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At Jackson County Public Schools, we don’t just teach—we inspire. We combine academic excellence with a supportive community to ensure every student finds their unique path to success.

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At Jackson County Public Schools, we understand that finding the right educational home means looking for a safe environment where your child can truly belong and excel. We bridge the gap between potential and achievement by pairing high-quality, data-driven instruction with the deep community partnerships needed to support every student, parent, and educator.

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September 17, 2024

American Indian Student Count Survey

The annual American Indian Student Count survey is underway in Jackson County Public Schools. Any student enrolled during the first school month, August 14 - September 11, 2024 and either an

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March 27, 2023

Rotary Youth Leadership Academy

Three students at Jackson County Early College were able to take part in the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA). RYLA is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary Clubs within

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March 15, 2023

2023 North Carolina State MPA

Smoky Mountain High School Concert Choir participated in the 2023 North Carolina State MPA (Music Professionals Adjudication) on Tuesday, March 14th at Brevard College. High school choirs from all

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March 2, 2023

Stuff the Bus Fundraiser

It's that time of year again to gear up for our Stuff the Bus Fundraiser! All donations will support our Back to School Bash held in August this year. Monetary donations can be made by either

February 27, 2023

NASCAR Technical Institute

Hohverg Palacios-Poxtan (pictured center), a student of Smoky Mountain High School, recently competed in an automotive technology competition on Saturday, February 11, at NASCAR Technical Institute

February 16, 2023

Healthy Snack Master Competition

The Jackson County School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) and the Healthy for Life (H4L) Action Team of the Healthy Carolinians Partnership are sponsoring the 11th Annual Healthy Snack Master

October 17, 2022

Impact Aid Survey

The annual Impact Aid Survey for Jackson County Public Schools is October 17, 2022. Public Law sets forth congressional policy by declaring that the United States Government shall provide financial

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October 6, 2022

Principal of the Year

Smoky Mountain High School Principal Evelyn Graning is the 2022-23 Principal of the Year for Jackson County Public Schools. An 18-year veteran educator, she has been an administrator at the school

September 30, 2022

Enrollment Survey

The annual American Indian Student Count Survey is underway in Jackson County Public Schools. Any student enrolled during the first school month, August 22-September 19, 2022 and is an enrolled

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September 23, 2022

JCPS EC Educator of Excellence

Congratulations to Catherine DeWeese from Smoky Mountain High School who was recognized as the 2022-2023 Jackson County Public Schools EC Educator of Excellence. (pictured 2nd from

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