Johnston Elementary

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...

Greetings Parents, Staff, and Stakeholders, You are welcome to provide feedback via THIS GOOGLE FORM regarding the plan linked below for the BCS Schools designated as low-perf...

One year ago, Dr. Rob Jackson hit the ground running as the new superintendent of Buncombe County Schools, conducting a “listening and learning” tour of all 45 schools, hosting pa...

Buncombe County Schools (BCS) employs thousands of extraordinary staff across the district. BCS takes pride in recruiting the best in order to inspire, educate, encourage and elev...

The Warrior Wellness Center at Clyde A. Erwin Middle is officially open for care. A chilly morning was warmed by a supportive crowd that attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on M...

Every student in Buncombe County Schools (BCS) has a right to an educational environment that is safe, respectful, and caring. The BCS Code of Character, Conduct, and Support rec...

🎉❤️ Congratulations to all the 2024 BCS District Teachers of the year. At the Sept. 12, 2023, Teacher of the Year banquet, the BCS Communications Department celebrated all seven d...

This notice from the Buncombe County school board is for parents in regards to the newly ratified senate bill 49. Notice of Parental Rights The Board of Education values pa...

Please see link and instructions below to nominate an outstanding BCS educator for the Rotary Club of Asheville's Teacher of Excellence Award! 2023 Teachers of Excellence Aw...

All Buncombe County Schools will participate in Community Eligibility (CEP) or Universal Meals this year. These programs provide breakfast and lunch at no cost. Parents will not h...

The Buncombe County Schools Board of Education is committed to providing a safe, inviting, and civil educational environment for all students, employees, and other members of the ...

Dear BCS Staff and Families- Last week our Board of Education voted to make a change to next year's school calendar. The optional teacher workday originally scheduled for F...

Johnton's Meet the Teacher will take place on August 25 from 12:30-2:30 pm. Stay tuned for more information!

Hello, Parents and Guardians: We hope you are having a wonderful summer! If you are interested in getting more involved with your child's school, please consider applying fo...

Two students are riding in style this summer all thanks to a dedicated community partner. The Kiwanis Club of Buncombe County sponsors a bike giveaway at Johnston Elementary. T...

The last week of school is an exciting time for all Buncombe County Schools (BCS) students, and this year two organizations decided to make it a little more special for students a...