Swain County Middle School Yearbook Sale! 📢
Students, Parents, and Guardians! It's time to capture the memories of the 2025-2026 school year. 📸✨
Our annual yearbook sale is NOW OPEN. Secure your copy for just $25! 💸
Pre-order by MARCH 29, 2026 to completely avoid all shipping fees! That’s right, order early and pay $0 for shipping. 🚚💨❌
How to Order:
Scan the QR code on the pre-sale flyers (look for the "SCAN HERE" and "click" graphic) 📲👇
Visit Treering and search for "SMS Yearbook." - CLICK HERE! 💻🔎
🍎 Reminder: 5th Grade Family Night is Almost Here! 🍕
Future Swain Middle School families, don’t forget—our 5th Grade Family Night is coming up! Transitioning to middle school is a big step, and we want you ready to hit the ground running.
When: Thursday, March 12
⏰ Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Swain Middle School Cafeteria
✨ What to Expect:
Meet the Teachers – Put faces to names before the school year starts.
Explore Opportunities – Clubs, sports, and electives await!
Learn the Expectations – Tips to succeed at SMS.
🍕 Bonus: Pizza dinner while you learn!
Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there!
📚🏛️ Learning History Where It Happened!
Last week, students in Mrs. Lucas’s 6th Grade Social Studies class took a trip to the Bryson City Heritage Museum to bring their studies to life!
During their visit, students explored how historians learn about the past by examining primary and secondary sources. From historical artifacts and photographs to written records and exhibits, students were able to see firsthand how evidence from the past helps tell the story of our community.
Experiences like this help our students understand that history isn’t just something you read in a textbook — it’s something you can see, analyze, and connect with!
A big thank you to the staff at the Bryson City Heritage Museum for helping our students become young historians for the day!
Swain County Schools recognized several students at the February Board of Education meeting with "Our Best and Then Some" awards! 🏆
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students for the positive impact they have on our schools and community every day.
🌟Weekly Act of Kindness – Take a Moment 🌟
Life moves fast, and it’s easy to feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. That stress can sometimes spill over into how we treat others.
This week’s challenge: Take a moment.
✅ Notice when you’re feeling overwhelmed
✅ Pause and take a deep breath
✅ Reflect before you respond
When we slow down and give ourselves a moment, we can respond with patience, understanding, and kindness instead of frustration.
Let’s all challenge ourselves to pause, breathe, and remember we’re on the same team.
We can't wait to welcome the Class of 2039. To get started:
1️⃣ Complete the online form here: https://bit.ly/4cVyZtG
2️⃣ Call your school to schedule an in-person appointment.
Swain East: 488-0939
Swain West: 488-2119
Don't forget: In-person appointments are March 31 (East) and April 1 (West). See you soon!
Excellence in Action: Our Middle Schoolers Rise to the Challenge 🎓✨
We are thrilled to share the recent performance data for our students enrolled in Computer Science. Despite being measured against high school students and peers from 23 other middle schools statewide, our students are truly holding their own! 📈💪
Regional Leaders: SMS students surpassed high school performance in 15 of 21 assessed standards in the Western Region. 📍🏆
Statewide Standouts: SMS students outperformed high schoolers in 9 of 21 standards across the entire state. 🥇🌍
Being one of the few middle schools in the state to offer this advanced curriculum is a privilege; seeing our students succeed at this level speaks volumes about the dedication and hard work happening in our classrooms every day. 💻🧠
Congratulations to our students on these remarkable results! 🎊🙌
🍎 Big Moves are Coming: 5th Grade Family Night! 🍕
Attention future Swain Middle School families! Transitioning to middle school is a huge milestone, and we want to make sure you’re ready to hit the ground running. Join us for an evening of info, community, and pizza!
The Details:
-When: Thursday, March 12th
-Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
-Where: Swain Middle School Cafeteria
✨ What’s on the Agenda?
-Meet the Teachers: Get to know the faces you'll see in the halls next year.
-Hear the Opportunities: Learn about all the exciting clubs, sports, and electives waiting for you.
-Learn the Expectations: Get guidance on how to succeed at SMS.
Pizza Dinner: Enjoy a slice while you soak in the info!
Don't miss out on the start of your Swain Middle School journey. We can't wait to see our future 6th graders there!
Support Our Students & Shop Local at the Swain Middle School Farmers Market!
Get ready to celebrate spring with our Swain County community! We are thrilled to announce the 1st Annual Swain Middle School Farmer’s Market on April 25th.
This event is more than just a market; it’s an opportunity to invest in our local students while enjoying the very best our community has to offer. Whether you're looking for fresh local produce, a unique handmade gift, or just a fun morning out with the family, there’s something for everyone!
📅 Event Details:
When: April 25th | Time: 10:00 AM
Where: Swain Middle School (135 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC)
What to Expect: Live music, local vendors, games, and plenty of Swain pride!
🌽 Calling All Local Vendors!
Are you a baker, maker, farmer, or hobbyist? We want YOU to be part of our success! We are currently looking for:
-Fresh produce & farm vendors
-Cottage food creators & bakers
-Handmade craft & artisan vendors
-Small businesses and makers
By participating, you aren't just selling your goods—you’re helping fund vital school programs and bringing our community closer together!
Interested in a booth? Apply today by reaching out to Angela Barnes at abarnes@swainmail.org or calling 828-488-3480. Setup begins at 9:00 AM on the day of the event.
Let’s grow together, Swain County! Mark your calendars, spread the word, and we’ll see you at the market! 🎒🎶🍎
Pictured (L to R)
Hannah Clemmer, School Social Worker at East Elementary School
Leah Pacey, Clinical Social Worker, East & West Elementary School
Ashley Walker, School Social Worker at SCHS and Swain Academy
Not Pictured: Cenda Dickey, School Social Worker, West Elementary School
(L to R) Bentley Harris, JJ Phillips, Sully Smith, Aubree Barker, Elsie-Mae Clayton, Emma Ameh and (not pictured Frank Carrasco Fernandez)
Weekly Act of Kindness – We’re On the Same Team!
At Swain Middle School, we’re more than students and staff — we’re a family. We might agree or disagree, but at the end of the day, we are all Maroon Devils!
This week’s challenge is simple: Look out for each other!
✅ Invite someone sitting alone to join you.
✅ Help a classmate pick up dropped books.
✅ Offer a kind word to someone having a tough day.
✅ When disagreements happen, choose respect and kindness.
Being on the same team means we support, lift up, and care for one another. Maroon Devils look out for each other. Always!
Reminder!!!
8th Grade Families High school is just around the corner! Please check your email to schedule a 1-on-1 meeting. If you didn’t receive an email please call Swain High at 828-488-2152 ext. 5223 to schedule an appointment.
🍎 Big Moves are Coming: 5th Grade Family Night! 🍕
Attention future Swain Middle School families! Transitioning to middle school is a huge milestone, and we want to make sure you’re ready to hit the ground running. Join us for an evening of info, community, and pizza!
📅 The Details:
-When: Thursday, March 12th
-Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
-Where: Swain Middle School Cafeteria
✨ What’s on the Agenda?
-Meet the Teachers: Get to know the faces you'll see in the halls next year.
-Hear the Opportunities: Learn about all the exciting clubs, sports, and electives waiting for you.
-Learn the Expectations: Get guidance on how to succeed at SMS.
Pizza Dinner: Enjoy a slice while you soak in the info!
Don't miss out on the start of your Swain Middle School journey. We can't wait to see our future 6th graders there!
This critical investment will support sewer and water infrastructure, helping ensure a safe, reliable foundation for our future students and staff.
We deeply appreciate the time, effort, and commitment shown to our school and the Swain County community. Support like this makes a lasting difference for generations to come.
Weekly Act of Kindness: Be Present
This week, our Act of Kindness is all about reducing distractions and living in the moment—especially at school.
Put the phone away. Close extra tabs. Quiet the noise.
When you give your full attention, you’re showing respect and kindness to the people around you.
👉 Your challenge this week:
Give your full attention in class—eyes up, mind engaged
Listen without interrupting
Be present during discussions and group work
Enjoy moments without rushing or multitasking
Being focused in class is a kindness to your teacher, your classmates, and yourself. Learning happens best when we are truly here. Let’s choose to be present this week and make every moment count. 💫
🍎 Big Moves are Coming: 5th Grade Family Night! 🍕
Attention future Swain Middle School families! Transitioning to middle school is a huge milestone, and we want to make sure you’re ready to hit the ground running. Join us for an evening of info, community, and pizza!
📅 The Details:
-When: Thursday, March 12th
-Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
-Where: Swain Middle School Cafeteria
✨ What’s on the Agenda?
-Meet the Teachers: Get to know the faces you'll see in the halls next year.
-Hear the Opportunities: Learn about all the exciting clubs, sports, and electives waiting for you.
-Learn the Expectations: Get guidance on how to succeed at SMS.
Pizza Dinner: Enjoy a slice while you soak in the info!
Don't miss out on the start of your Swain Middle School journey. We can't wait to see our future 6th graders there!
