SMITHFIELD-- Clint Eaves, Assistant Principal at Clayton High School, has been named Johnston County Schools Assistant Principal of the Year. The honor was bestowed during the monthly Principals' meeting on Tuesday, May 15, as his parents-- Larry and Grey Eaves-- and his wife, Dana, made a surprise appearance to congratulate him. Eaves, a Clayton High alumnus, has worked for the Johnston County Schools since 1998, when he started his instructional career at his alma mater as a math teacher. His father Larry still teaches math at the school. Clint has also served as an Assistant Principal at Corinth-Holders School. Jerry Smith, his principal, has nothing but praise for "one of the best young folks around. He's very mature, very organized, and has a lot of common sense, which is good for this career. He has a good rapport with everyone."
