Partnership Announces Inaugural Fore the Kids Golf Tournament
Johnston County — The Partnership for Children of Johnston County is thrilled to announce its inaugural Fore the Kids Golf Tournament, scheduled for Friday, April 4th, at the Country Club of Johnston County. The Partnership aims to raise funds to support programs and initiatives that enhance the well-being and development of children in Johnston County. Proceeds from the event will fund resources like parenting classes, training for the early childhood workforce, and children’s books. The event will include
Read to Grow JoCo Hosts Third Annual Kindergarten Readiness Nights
Johnston County – This spring, Read to Grow Johnston County will host its Kindergarten Readiness Nights at five select elementary schools: Benson, South Smithfield, Four Oaks, West Smithfield, and Selma. These events aim to prepare rising kindergarteners by offering information, skills practice, and support to parents and children. Attendees will get to practice the lunch line, take a tour of a school bus, and rotate through several hands-on learning stations. Each station provides a chance to practice
Partnership Seeks Participants for Second Cohort of Free Child Care Academy
Johnston County — The Partnership for Children of Johnston County is excited to announce that it is now accepting participants for the Child Care Academy’s second cohort. The program offers free comprehensive training and support to individuals interested in pursuing a career in child care. Participants will complete all required training sessions, health screenings, background checks, and fingerprinting. The program also includes professionalism training, interview practice, classroom observations,
New Story Walk Open in Selma, NC
SELMA, N.C. The first Story Walk in Selma has arrived! It is located along the walking path around Blackley Athletic Park at 601 W. Noble Street. The Story Walk concept offers families the opportunity to enjoy some light physical exercise while reading stories along the path. Through this walk around the park, participants are guided through questions to ask their children, leading to meaningful family conversations and an easy start to Early Literacy. The Story Walk is easily accessible and within walking
JUNIOR WOMEN’S LEAGUE PRESENTS $12,000 COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT TO PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN OF JOHNSTON COUNTY
Smithfield, N.C. - On Thursday, March 4th, 2021, the Junior Women’s League of Smithfield presented a Community Impact Grant award to Partnership for Children of Johnston County for $12,000. Funds were raised during JWL’s Diaper Drive in the Fall of 2020. Due to a quick pivot from the Junior Women's League of Smithfield's Touch-A-Truck committee, the hard work of our members, and the incredible support of our community (and beyond), JWL was also able to donate more than 31,000 diapers, as well as wipes