The Panther's Paw

From the Principal's Desk

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Dear Panther Families,

As we approach Veterans Day, I am reminded of the values of honor, pride, and commitment that are reflected in the service of our nation’s veterans, and that we strive to cultivate in our Panther community each day. Honor is doing what is right, pride is giving our best and representing North Johnston well, and commitment is continuing the work even when it is difficult. We see those values in our classrooms, on our athletic fields, through our clubs and organizations, and in the many opportunities our students have to prepare for their futures.

This week, I encourage each of us to take time to thank the veterans who have served our country and to consider how we can demonstrate those same values through our own actions. At North Johnston, we bring many different talents, experiences, and perspectives, but we are united by Many Minds, One Work, working together with honor, pride, and commitment to help every Panther reach their fullest potential.

🐾 On The Prowl

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

November 09 - Winter Sports Parent Meeting

November 10 - Pre-ACT

November 11 - Veteran's Day - No School

🐾 Paw Prints Around Campus

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

Panthers Compete on the State Stage

Congratulations to our North Johnston Cross Country team on an outstanding finish at the State Championships, where the Panthers placed 15th in the state. Competing against some of the best runners in North Carolina, our athletes represented NoJo with determination, endurance, and pride. Charlie Earp also turned in a strong individual performance, finishing 46th overall. We are incredibly proud of the work this team put in throughout the season and the way they represented North Johnston on the state stage. Way to run, Panthers! 🐾

North Johnston’s Unified program had a major reason to celebrate this week as the school was recognized as a Special Olympics National Banner School. This distinction honors schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusion, student leadership, and meaningful opportunities for students of all abilities to learn, participate, and belong together. We are incredibly proud of the students and staff who helped make this recognition possible and who continue to show what it means to build a school community where every Panther is valued.

Our JV and Varsity Cheerleading teams proudly represented North Johnston in competition this week, bringing energy, teamwork, and Panther pride to the mat. Their performance reflected the countless hours of preparation, practice, and commitment that happen behind the scenes. We are proud of the way these athletes supported one another, competed with confidence, and represented NoJo with excellence. Way to cheer, Panthers!

🐾 Parent Paw-spectives

Tenth Grade Parents please make sure your students are ready for the Pre-ACT on Tuesday. They will be testing starting at 7:30. So please remind your student to get rest, eat a good breakfast, and be on time to school.

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!

Helpful Links:

Tardy Policy

Infinite Campus Parent Portal

New Traffic Patterns

Don't forget to follow the North Johnston Panther Club on Facebook and North Johnston High Athletics on Twitter for the latest updates on sports.