Schools, Offices Closed for Labor Day
In observance of Labor Day, all Johnston CSD schools and offices, including Community Ed and KTC, will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6. They will re-open at their normal time on Tuesday, Sept. 7.
Governor Reynolds, Iowa DE award $325,000 to JCSD mental health support
DES MOINES — Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Education have announced over $8.6 million in competitive grants awarded to 64 school districts to assist them in providing mental health support and other wraparound services to students...
Booster Bash Kicks Off on Aug. 20
JCSD 2021-22 Health & Safety Handbook Approved
At the August 06, 2021 special board meeting of the Johnston Board of Education, board members voted 7-0 to approved the JCSD 2021-22 Health & Safety Handbook, outlining mitigation and school health and safety procedures as students and...
2021-22 Back-to-School Events
Mark your calendars for a variety of back-to-school events to kick off the 2021-22 school year. We can’t wait to welcome back all of our Dragon learners in person, with masks optional for students and staff. The flyer...
Dragon Scholarship Fund Virtual Auction is July 11-18
The DSF Auction is Going Virtual! The Dragon Scholarship Fund Virtual Auction will be held from July 11 through July 18. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the event from the comfort of your own home! Registration...
Heidemann Selected as New Lawson Elementary Principal
Nikki Heidemann has been selected as the new principal of Lawson Elementary in the Johnston Community School District. Heidemann is currently the assistant principal of Southview Middle School, an eighth- and ninth-grade building in the Ankeny Community School...
JCSD Summer Food Service Program Kicks Off June 10
Johnston Community School District is participating in the USDA Summer Food Service Program which will allow for a safe and streamlined service of nutritious meals. Daily Grab-n-Go Breakfast and Lunch meals will be provided at each location June...
Last Day of School Info
The 2020-21 school year is nearly complete! Students’ last day is Wednesday, June 2. It is a full length day, meaning there is no early out. Grades 6-12 dismiss at 2:50 p.m. and grades K-5 dismiss at 3:35...
Teachers, Retirees Honored at Annual Reception
After a school year like no other, Johnston teachers and staff celebrated their hard work at the annual Johnston Chamber Educator Appreciation event on Wednesday, May 26. Fellowship, laughter, and accolades were shared. Among those honored were the...