Dear Clear Creek School Community,

Welcome to the 2025 - 2026 school year! It is with great excitement and sincere gratitude that I introduce myself as the new principal of Clear Creek Elementary. I am honored to join this exceptional school community, and I look forward to working together to support the growth, learning, and success of every student.
I am the proud mother of a CMS high school graduate! I have a firsthand understanding and a great appreciation for schools working in partnership with families in order for our students to have a successful educational journey. This year, I will continue to ensure Parent Engagement is one of our focus areas. 
As an educator with over 25 years of experience in elementary education—as a teacher, instructional leader, assistant principal and principal for the past 7 years, I bring with me a deep commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments where all children feel seen, heard, and valued. I believe that strong relationships between home and school are essential, and I am excited to begin building those partnerships with you.

At Clear Creek Elementary, we will continue to focus on:
-Academic excellence through engaging and supportive instruction
-Positive school culture rooted in kindness, respect, and responsibility
-Whole-child development, including social and emotional well-being
-Open communication and collaboration with families and the community

I am eager to get to know your child(ren) and to work with you to ensure they feel confident, challenged, and inspired every day. You can expect regular updates from me throughout the school year, and I encourage you to reach out anytime with questions, feedback, or ideas.

Thank you for welcoming me into the Clear Creek family...Home of the Dragons! I can hardly wait to meet each of you at Open House on Wednesday, August 20th. We will host two sessions, 12 - 2pm & 4 - 6pm! I'm looking forward to an exciting year of fun learning and growth! Go Dragons!

Warmly,
Joyce Fullington, Principal
joyce.fullington@cms.k12.nc.us