For information on the status of utilities, debris sites, etc., we want to share the following resources. As communications are restored and more information becomes available, these sites will be continue to be updated. Drinking Water Systems: Public Water Supply Situation Report Tracking Debris Disposal Sites: Active Temporary Debris Disposal Sites NCDEQ Situation Report Tracking System NCDPS Hurricane Helene – Storm Information NCDPS County Emergency Management Agencies How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Hurricane Helene For information on any of the above go to the Department of Environmental Quality at https://www.deq.nc.gov/news/deq-dashboard

Walmart’s Hurricane Helene Information page, which provides up-to-date details on store and club closures. You’ll also find information on how we’re supporting local communities with essential supplies and relief efforts as these resources become available. Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation are committing an initial $6 million in support of hurricane relief efforts, including donations of food, water, essential supplies, and grants to organizations providing relief to these devastated areas. As part of this commitment, Walmart will match customer donations to the American Red Cross 1:1, up to $2.5 million, when they donate to support hurricane relief at the registers in stores and clubs and on Walmart.com from Oct. 1 – Oct. 13. We are committed to working together to ensure that those affected have the support they need. To stay informed, please use this link for real-time updates on our current relief activities. https://corporate.walmart.com/purpose/community/disaster-response/hurricane-helene

Grab and Go lunches will be available for Swain County Students from 12-2 today at Swain County High School

Due to continued connectivity issues, Swain County Schools will not be in session for students Tuesday or Wednesday. Tuesday will be an annual leave day for staff and Wednesday will be an optional teacher workday. We are working with our provider to reestabilsh communication as soon as possible.

Swain County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, Sept. 30th. Additional information for the remainder of the week will be released as soon as possible. With current communication limitations, we ask that you share this message with others to ensure all are informed.

Attention Parents of 8th Graders! GearUp needs your input! Please take a moment to complete our GearUp Parent Survey for a chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Your feedback helps us support you and your student better. How to participate?: Scan the QR code in the image or reach out to Taylor Dodge at tdodge@swainmail.org if you have any questions. Thank you for your support! Together, we can make a difference!

Coaches needed.

JV Football wins over Cherokee

Important message about school for Thursday and Friday.

Volleyball game postponed. Make up date Sept 30th.

Lady Devil Volleyball travels to Andrews today. Start time is 4pm.

JV Football will be in action today against Cherokee. Game time slated for 6 pm

Your players of the week. JV Football - Entire team, JV Cheerleading - Delaney Sneed, Cross Country - Emma Nations and Garry Thompson, Soccer - Owen Outlaw, Midget Football - Hunter McMillian, Band -Noah Barnes, Volleyball - Aubree Barker

Weekly Act of Kindness Challenge! Let’s spread kindness one door at a time! This week, challenge yourself to hold the door open for others—students, teachers, everyone! Make it your own: When you hold the door open, greet each person with a smile and a friendly "good morning" or "have a great day!" This small addition can make the act even more uplifting. A simple gesture can brighten someone’s day and create an even more welcoming atmosphere at Swain Middle School! Who’s in?

Meet day tomorrow for your Maroon Devil Cross Country team. Location is Kituwah Mounds. Time 9 am for boys, followed by the girls.

In a double OT time game your JV Football team beats Murphy.

A thrilling volleyball match win yesterday for your Lady Devils against Robbinsville.

JV Football in action against Murphy today at 6.

Volleyball plays Robbinsville today at 4.

Weekly Act of Kindness Challenge - Update! This week's challenge was all about spreading positivity by leaving a kind note for someone every day. And wow, did our students deliver! We had an incredible number of students participate, sharing kindness and brightening up our school with thoughtful words and gestures. We are SO proud of our amazing students here at SMS! Let's keep the kindness going as we head into next week. Stay tuned for our next challenge—together, we can make every day a little brighter!