Monica Ruffin
Assistant Principal of Jones Senior High School
Ms. Monica Ruffin holds twelve years of experience as a classroom teacher and curriculum specialist. For the past two years, Ms. Ruffin has served as an Assistant Principal at a K-8 school. Her educational background involves an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from North Carolina Central University and a master's degree from East Carolina University in Elementary Education. Ms. Ruffin also obtained a K-12 Principal's License from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Ms. Ruffin was selected to participate in the NC Future Ready Leader 22-23 cohort with other assistant principals across the state of NC.
Stella Miller Downs
Principal of Pollocksville Elementary School
“I am excited and honored to be Principal of Pollocksville Elementary School. I have a long history with the Pollocksville community. I grew up in Pollocksville and attended Pollocksville Elementary. I feel that I have come full circle by leading the school where I started. I take pride in this endeavor.”
OPEN HOUSE
Jones County Public Schools Leadership Retreat with Dr. Lesley Eason #LeaderInMe #Leadership Matters
Employment Opportunities for 2023-2024 School Year
PreK Registration is still open.
Employment Opportunity for 2023-2024 School Year
PreK Registration
We would like to give a big thank you to our mentors for supporting our beginning teachers.
Character Education & Veteran Teacher Roundtable
PreK Registration Information!
JCPS wishes all our amazing teachers and teacher assistants a Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! The dedication that each and every one of you possess is truly inspiring. Your impact on your students' lives is immeasurable and everlasting.
Thank you for creating a safe and supportive learning environment, motivating your students to reach their maximum potential, and instilling a love of learning. We recognize, appreciate, and applaud your hard work and commitment to your craft.
Thank you for being the incredible role models our students deserve. Thank you for molding the future of our society. Keep up that fantastic work!
JCPS gives a big thank you to its amazing school nurses! Your dedication to keeping our children healthy and safe is truly admirable and has long-lasting, positive impacts on our communities.
From administering medications and treating injuries to providing emotional support and promoting healthy living, you provide constant compassion, care, and support to our students. Because of you, we have a safe and healthy environment for learning and growth.
Thank you for your commitment to our students. Thank you for your hard work. We are grateful for everything you do and celebrate you this week and every week.
Jones County Public Schools will be participating in an interagency emergency response drill event with Jones County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management on Monday, May 8th. The campuses of Jones Senior High School and Trenton Elementary School will be closed to the public on this date.
Science Night!
We apologize for any inconvenience but please adhere to the following message:
Fire (Non Vehicle): Road Closed
Location: SR-1105 (Catfish Lake Rd) Both Directions in Jones County, East of Maysville, Near NC-58
Start: Today @ 1:54 PM
End: 4/28 @ 9:00 AM
Description: Wildfire. For emergency use only.
Impact: High
Trenton Elementary School was honored by the Jones County Board of Education for having the highest teacher attendance for the third quarter. Congratulations TES!
Kindergarten Registration Information
You are invited to the Educators of Color Event, to be held on April 3 @ 5:30 at JSHS. The Educators of Color board consists of Barbara Lee, Suddona Murrell, Nadine Gordon, Kayli Kreais, and Jimmy Frederick. I've also invited Dawn Kantz from LCC and teachers representatives from all elementary schools. Dinner will be served at the event for the students and the parents. Thank you, and hope you all have a great day.
Community Meetings with Parents & Community Members
