11:30 AM Dismissal on Friday, February 11 for students
This is a reminder that Swain County Schools will be dismissing students at 11:30 am on February 11, 2022 for a regularly scheduled PLC day.
News & Announcements
Latest Calendar Posted/Please note new Early Release Days
The School Board approved upcoming calendar changes including an 11:30 am early dismissal on Friday, December 17 as well as early dismissals on January 14th, February 11th and April 1st. Download an updated copy of the calendar.
Two Hour Delay/No Buses on Icy Roads - 1/31/2022
Swain County Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed schedule on Monday, January 31st, 2022. Buses will not travel on icy roads.
Two Hour Delay/No Buses on Icy Roads - 1/19/2022
Swain County Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed schedule on Wednesday, January 19th, 2022. Buses will not travel on icy roads.
Schools closed for students/10 month staff on Jan 18
Swain County Schools will be closed for all students and 10 month staff on Tuesday, January 18. This will be a No Day and moved to the end of the year. 11 and 12 month employees should consult the following link https://bit.ly/SCSLeave
No School 1/7/2022
Due to the strong probability of black ice in the morning, and to overcome staffing shortages created by COVID-19, there will be no school for Students Friday, January 7th.
It will be an optional teacher workday for staff. Thank you for your understanding.
It will be an optional teacher workday for staff. Thank you for your understanding.
Native American Policies & Procedures Public Hearing
Notice of Public Hearing - Board Policy 4060, Native American Policies and Procedures, is being reviewed and updated for the 2022-2023 school year. We solicit the community's input during this review process at https://bit.ly/Swain2022Policy4060. Our current policy is linked on our website. There will be a public hearing to discuss this policy on Monday, January 10, 2022 at 5:45 pm at the County Administration Board Room located at 50 Main Street, Bryson City, on the third floor. If you have any questions or comments, you may complete the feedback form on our website.
Schools will dismiss at 11:30am on Friday, December 17
Schools will dismiss at 11:30am on Friday, December 17
Native American Policies & Procedures
Swain County Schools strives to provide Native American children of school age equal access to all programs, services, and activities offered within the Swain County School District. Please click on the article for more information.
Swain County Health Department will be offering a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination clinic for children age 5-17.
Swain County Health Department will be offering a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination clinic for children age 5-17 years. The event will be held in the gym at West Elementary School on Wednesday November 10th, 2021 from 4-6pm. Please call 828.488.3198 ASAP to pre-register your child for a vaccine. Children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.