During the last week of school, bookshelves and reading materials were delivered to media coordinators across the district. The bookshelves were donated and built by the Jackson County Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Committee. Thank you so much for your partnership! #ElevateJCPS
That's a wrap on the 2025-2026 school year! We hope all of our students and families have a great summer.....we will see you next year! #jcpsnc#ElecateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
3rd-6th graders at Blue Ridge School and Early College started their day Tuesday with a Mental Health Awareness Walk.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Yesterday, students at Scotts Creek School practiced “washing their worries away,” talking about ways to let go of stress and take care of their minds and hearts.
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Yesterday a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new Cafeteria & Kitchen at Fairview Elementary School. This is a great opportunity for more space and accessbility! A huge THANK YOU to our Jackson County Commissioners on recognizing this need! #ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
It's Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week! We will be recognizing amazing individuals across the district who make JCPS a great place! Maria Stiles is a 1st grade teacher at Cullowhee Valley School. Thank you for everything you do for your students....we appreciate you! #ElevateJCPS
JCPS Superintendent Dr. Dana Ayers was honored during Tuesday night's school board meeting. Dr. Lillie Cox, Executive Director of the North Carolina Association for Teaching, Learning and Leading, presented Dr. Ayers with the 2026 Distinguished Educator Award.
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The Smoky Mountain High School JROTC Color Guard had the honor of presenting the colors at the Hometown Heroes event yesterday at Southwestern Community College. #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
Three JCPS students have been invited to attend NC Governor's School this summer!
Lia Jeffress, Dance, JCEC, Superintendent's Choice
Alyvia Holt, Natural Science, JCEC
Everleigh Kemp, Social Science, SMHS
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We are excited to invite you to attend the Fairview Cafeteria and Kitchen Groundbreaking Ceremony on Monday, May 4th at 1:00 pm.
This is an exciting time for Fairview Elementary School and we hope you will join us for the celebration. No need to RSVP, just join us!
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Spring is a busy season of planning! From pre-registration to graduation requirements, we are working hard to ensure every student stays on the path to success. Watch to learn more about how our counselors use Career Development Plans to help your student achieve their best.
Yesterday was a great day for the Healthy Snackmasters Competition. This year's competition was held at Cullowhee Valley School and featured great healthy snacks made by JCPS students! #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
The Portrait of a Graduate shows that student academic success matters, but so does a student’s ability to adapt, to collaborate, communicate, think critically, show empathy, learn and take personal responsibility. #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
This week, we celebrate the incredible school social workers who support the well-being and success of our students every day.
Thank you for the vital role you play in helping students. We appreciate all that you do! #ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
This morning, Scotts Creek School CTE teacher Johnathan Cauley was surprised with the news that he has been selected at the JCPS CTE Teacher of the Year! Congratulations Mr. Cauley! #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
We would like to congratulate Smoky Mountain High School cafeteria manager Janice Hoyle on her retirement! We appreciate everything Mrs. Hoyle has done our students and staff for the past 24 years. Congratulations Mrs. Hoyle! #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
We are proud to announce that JCPS has been selected as a recipient of the Exceptional Children’s Competitive Grant from NCDPI. The $65,600 grant will support transition programs for middle & high school students to improve post-secondary success. #ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar
Our Character Spotlight video highlights Fairview Elementary School SRO Tom Walawender. Officer Tom talks about the importance of establishing relationships with students. Thank you Officer Tom! Jackson County Sheriff's Office NC #jcpsnc#ElevateJCPS#JCPSTogetherWeSoar