JCPS Student Services

Families, this one’s for you! 💙

Looking for resources, services, and support for a child with a disability? The Children with Disabilities Resource Fair is a free event connecting families with therapy providers, educational resources, community programs, assistive technology, and much more.

📅 Saturday, August 15
🕛 12:00–3:00 PM
📍 Wendell Community Center, Wendell, NC

This event also includes a calming corner for children, making it a welcoming space for families to explore available resources.

Learn more and register at the link in the comments. 🔗

Career exploration opportunity for HS students!

Join Campbell University on August 4, 2026, for Research Innovators: Finding A Cure! Get hands-on lab experience, connect with student mentors, and explore life-changing careers in pharmaceutical science and clinical research. 🧪 $50 includes t-shirt & lunch.

Link in comments. 🔗

Getting ready for the new school year? Make sure your 7th and 12th graders are up to date on required vaccines! 📚

Do you know a child impacted by grief or loss? 🌿 UNC Health Johnston’s Camp Courage provides free support, connection, and camp activities to help them navigate difficult times.

Link in the comments. 🔗

Kids and teens don't have to face grief alone.

Camp Courage brings together campers ages 6 to 17 who've lost someone they love for a day of art, music, games and outdoor fun with others who truly get it.

This free camp is open to Johnston County youth and led by social workers, grief counselors, chaplains and nurses who know how to make the day feel safe and fun.

📅 Saturday, September 12 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
📍 Sonlight Farms, Kenly, NC

https://www.unchealthjohnston.org/classes-events/camp-courage/

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline recently celebrated their 4th anniversary! 💜

For four years, 988 has been a standard three-digit lifeline providing free, confidential, and immediate support to anyone experiencing a mental health crisis, substance use struggles, or emotional distress.

Whether you prefer to call, chat, or text, compassionate help is always just a few taps away. You don’t have to go through tough moments alone.

📞 Call or Text: 988

💻 Chat: 988lifeline.org

🕒 Available: 24/7 / 365 days a year

Class of 2027! 🎓 Save the date for College for North Carolina - CFNC College Application Week. Several NC colleges & universities will waive application fees on CFNC.org during the week of October 19-25, 2026. Full list of colleges waiving fees released on October 1.

Forward, Stronger Together! 🤝 The JCPS Student Services district team loved connecting, growing, and aligning our vision at this week’s JCPS Leadership conference. We are energized and ready to continue supporting our incredible school communities across the district. Together, we’re building a stronger foundation for every student! 💙

Big news!! North Carolina is leading the nation in FAFSA completion growth! 👏 The Class of 2026 is up 11.1% compared to the same time last year.

Johnston County Public Schools FAFSA completions are are up 11.5% over last year! 📈 This milestone means more Johnston County students than ever are stepping into their next chapter with the financial support they need to make their dreams a reality. Shoutout to the dedicated educators and families who work behind the scenes to open doors for the Class of 2026!

North Carolina leads the country in FAFSA completion growth - NCSEAA (July 9, 2026) North Carolina has the highest growth in Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completions of any state in the country so far this year, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid. … Read more

Looking for a way to stand out, give back, and make real connections? 🙌

The Clayton Youth Council is officially looking for rising 8th–12th graders! Whether you're looking for community service hours, wanting to level up your leadership skills, or just looking for community - this opportunity is for you!

Link to apply is in the comments 🔗

Do you have a rising 8th – 12th grader in Johnston County who is interested in serving their community?

The Clayton Youth Council offers students the opportunity to:
- Participate in community service and volunteer projects
- Build leadership skills
- Attend fun activities and special events
- Make new friends while giving back to the community

📅 Meetings are held at 7:00PM on the first Friday of each month beginning in September. There is no membership fee to join!

If your teen is ready to make a difference and become a leader in the community, we encourage you to register today!

Register online at ClaytonParks.org/register

ACT and Collegewise are hosting a free workshop on July 15th at 7:30 EST to help families find and win college scholarships. Learn how to spot the best opportunities and cut down on college costs. 💰

Registration link in the comments. 🔗

Great resource alert! 🚨

ACT and Collegewise are hosting a free workshop on July 15th at 7:30 EST to help families find and win college scholarships. Learn how to spot the best opportunities and cut down on college costs. 💰

Registration link in the comments. 🔗