JCPS Leadership 2026: Full Schedule

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9:45am EDT

Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:45am - 11:15am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Administrators will leave knowing how to see, name, cultivate, and protect strong Fundations instruction in their schools for improved student learning.

Speakers

Paige Barnes

Executive Director of Elementary Education

Executive Director of Elementary Education with experience as a teacher and school administrator, leading data-driven instructional coaching and professional learning to strengthen teaching practices, support school leaders, and improve student outcomes across schools.

Kasey Coley

NCDPI Early Literacy Specialist

Kasey Coley is an Early Literacy Specialist who supports Johnston County Public Schools, serving as a liaison across state, district, and school levels. She specializes in strengthening literacy systems through data-driven and instructional support.

Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:45am - 11:15am EDT
Room 229

1:00pm EDT

School Safety Expectations: Building a Culture of Preparedness and Responsibility

LIMITED

Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT

Room 229

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a clear overview of school safety expectations, protocols, and procedures to ensure a secure and supportive learning environment for all students and staff. Participants will review key practices related to prevention, supervision, emergency response, and communication.

Speakers

Chase Ferrell

Safety and Security Officer

Chase Ferrell has served JCPS over the last 20 years as an Assistant Principal, Principal, Central Office team member, and currently serves as the Safety and Security Officer for the district on the Superintendent's Cabinet. His passion is undeniably school safety. He firmly believes... Read More →

Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Room 229

10:45am EDT

PLC Work: PLC Common Assessment and Data Use

FILLING

Wednesday July 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am EDT

Room 229

Limited Capacity filling up

Hear one school's practice for unpacking and utilizing data to support instructional next steps through PLCs This session focuses on the essential role of common assessments within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and how strategic data use drives student achievement. Participants will explore best practices for designing aligned common assessments, analyzing student data with purpose, and using results to inform instruction and intervention.

Speakers

Lauren Watkins

Principal, Four Oaks Middle School

Wednesday July 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am EDT
Room 229

1:00pm EDT

Relationship Mapping

LIMITED

Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 229

Limited Capacity seats available

Rather than leaving connections to chance, schools use this strategic, VISUAL technique to identify, analyze, and strengthen connections between students and staff; ensuring every student has at least one, and preferably more, trusted adults in the building. Attendees will receive research based techniques that will be tailored to meet classroom, grade level, and whole school initiatives.

Speakers

Stacee Carr

Student Services Specialist

Stacee P. Carr is a dedicated Student Services Specialist with JCPS, bringing over 14 years of experience in fostering student success and personal development. Currently supporting 25 campuses, she serves as a vital bridge between district strategy and classroom impact. Stacee... Read More →

Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Room 229

12:00pm EDT

Instructional Leadership for Special Education Programs

FILLING

Thursday July 16, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT

Room 229

Limited Capacity filling up

Administrators will receive resources that outline what they should see when conducting EC Classroom observations. There will be a focus on instructional best practices that are unique to instruction within EC Classrooms (methodology, instructional resources, co-teaching, etc)

Speakers

Jill McKenna

Assistant Superintendent, Exceptional Children

As the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Children for Johnston County Public Schools, Jill brings over a decade of leadership experience as an EC Director across various district sizes. She holds degrees from Western Carolina University and NC State, having transitioned from... Read More →

Christina Robinson

EC Director

With over 20 years of experience in education, Christina Robinson has built a diverse background as a general and special education teacher, school administrator, and special education administrator. In her current role as Director in the Exceptional Children Department, she leverages... Read More →

Melissa Weber

EC Director

Melissa Weber is a dedicated Director in the Exceptional Children Department, bringing 29 years of extensive experience in teaching and leading educators in their support of students with disabilities. Throughout her career, she has consistently focused on providing inclusive educational... Read More →

Thursday July 16, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Room 229

9:45am EDT

1:00pm EDT

10:45am EDT

1:00pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

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