Johnston Elementary

At Johnston Elementary’s Community Day, the August summer afternoon was full of ”Joyful Johnstons” and laughter as teachers, students, and families gathered in the neighborhoods ...

In September of 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that the Asheville City and Buncombe County school systems jointly study the feasibility of a merger and design...

Buncombe County Schools families can find out in real time how close their school bus is to their stop. A new app called Edulog is now available for bus routes throughout the sc...

Buncombe County Schools' theme for the year is “Together We Rise,” which was evident with more than 3,000 BCS team members gathered to mark the return to school with Convocation....

In the heart of the Erwin District, a group of eager second and third graders dove into the pages of fair away lands for a Summer Reading Camp filled with stories, learning and f...

Rising JES Kindergarten Families: Kindergarten Camp is less than 2 weeks away! This exciting transition camp is 4 days for your rising Kindergarten Mighty Bear to acclimate them ...

Come and CHILL WITH US! We have missed you so much, we're coming to see you! Join us in Deaverview or Canterbury on August 6 at 2:00 pm. We'll be celebrating the JES family with...

At Johnston Elementary School (JES), the halls were alive with the sound of music and laughter as students embarked on an extraordinary project. With the help of a camera crew an...

Two exceptional third graders from Johnston Elementary had the thrilling experience of riding to school in a fire truck, a privilege awarded for demonstrating the most growth in t...

Johnston Elementary School (JES) recently took a significant step forward in promoting hands-on learning and community engagement by hosting its inaugural STEAM Night. With a focu...

Young architects at Martin L. Nesbitt, Jr. Discovery Academy are hard at work on a proposal for even younger clients - the fourth graders of Johnston Elementary School. The high...

The Buncombe County Schools Foundation (BCSF) celebrated local educators with a special event on May 7, 2024, held at the scenic North Carolina Governor's Western Residence, which...

Students from area schools gathered together for a joint Buncombe County Special Olympics event, showcasing their athletic skills in a series of adaptive sports. The event kicked ...

Buncombe County Schools (BCS) is proud to host a series of Town Hall meetings that serve as examples of intentional, inclusive decision-making for staff, students, and families. T...

In the heart of Johnston Elementary (JES), a vibrant piece of art is captivating people of all ages. Over winter break, A.C. Reynolds High School (ACRHS) sophomore Sage Roscoe p...

This school year, students at three BCS elementary schools spread their creative wings, thanks to a project that connected their classrooms with kids and conservationists in Mexic...

In June of 2023, the state legislature revised the law governing elections in BCS. Instead of six residency districts (based on the six high school attendance zones) and one at-la...

Buncombe County Schools believes that all students should be able to be safe at home and school from bullying or any unwanted and repeated acts of harassment or threats. It is cri...

Winter weather could be just around the corner! Below is a summary of our inclement weather protocols for our students. What happens when we must close our buildings to studen...

There’s something special about witnessing a child’s face light up when receiving a new toy. Kindergarteners from Johnston Elementary School (JES) filled one store in the Ashevill...