The Panther's Paw

From the Principal's Desk

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Dear Panther Families,

As we begin November, I want to spend this month intentionally reflecting on gratitude, gratitude for our students, our staff, our families, and the opportunities we have each day to grow together. With Pre-ACT testing approaching next week, this is also an important time for students to stay focused, use the support available to them, and remember that preparation is built one day at a time. I am grateful for the teachers who challenge and encourage our students, for the families who continue to support them, and for the students who keep showing up and working toward what comes next. As we move through this month, I hope we all take time to recognize the people and opportunities helping us along the way, because success is rarely achieved alone. At North Johnston, we are many minds doing one work, supporting every Panther as they prepare for their future.

🐾 On The Prowl

Read on for upcoming events and deadlines you need to know.

November 3 - NO SCHOOL

November 5 - Progress Reports

November 5 - NJHS & SSS Joint FAFSA night at SSS from 6:00 - 7:15

November 9 - Mandatory Winter Sports Parent Meeting

🐾 Paw Prints Around Campus

See below for our proud moments around campus. We are leaving paw prints of greatness everywhere we go!

HOSA Trunk or Treat brings Panther's Together

North Johnston’s HOSA Trunk or Treat returned for its second year this Halloween, bringing students, families, and community members together for a fun evening on campus. Around 20 decorated trunks welcomed children for trick-or-treating, with students from HOSA, Band, and the Academy of Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing helping make the event special. Academy students added an interactive twist by bringing out student-created games for children to play for candy, while Band created a memorable zombie experience that added plenty of Halloween spirit. More than anything, the evening was filled with smiles, laughter, and students using their talents to create a meaningful experience for others. We are proud of the way our Panthers continue to build community through service, creativity, and teamwork.

Students in North Johnston’s Academy of Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing brought their learning to life at the HOSA Trunk or Treat by sharing a student-created game with families and children.

These projects were more than just fun, they were built through the same processes engineers use in the real world. Students practiced design thinking, critical thinking, problem solving, iteration, and responding to constructive feedback as they tested, revised, and improved their ideas. Experiences like this highlight the value of the Academy: students are not only learning engineering concepts, they are applying them in authentic ways that build creativity, confidence, collaboration, and skills that can lead to future opportunities in college and careers.

🐾 Parent Paw-spectives

NJHS Student Services offers an amazing resource for families to find college and career resources. Be sure to check out the November Student Services newsletter for the latest opportunities and information. Don't miss out!

If your child is interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, public safety, and STEM there is an opportunity to learn about these fields on Monday. Encourage them to sign up for the JCC Sirens, Scrubs, and Science for their Pulse B on Monday, November 2nd!

This Wednesday, November 4, the University of Mount Olive will be at NJHS presenting information Your student can sign up on All Timely!

Helpful Links:

Tardy Policy

Infinite Campus Parent Portal

New Traffic Patterns

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