📚✏️ Swain Middle School 2026-2027 School Supply Lists Are Available!✏️📚
We know summer has just begun, but we wanted to give our families a head start on preparing for the upcoming school year!
The 2026-2027 Swain Middle School supply lists are now available. Getting supplies early can help families take advantage of summer sales and spread out back-to-school shopping over the next few months.
We hope everyone is enjoying a well deserved summer break, and we look forward to welcoming our students back for another great year at Swain Middle School!
☀️ Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer!
You are invited to a drop-in Meet & Greet with our Superintendent, Dr. Brandon Sutton!
Come out to connect, hear about his exciting mission and vision for our schools, and share your own valuable feedback. We want to hear from you!
🗓️ When: Monday, June 8th
⏰ Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm (Drop-in)
📍 Where: Swain County Schools Central Office
☕ Perks: Light refreshments will be served!
We look forward to seeing you there and working together for the future of our students. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post! 👇
You can view tonight's graduation ceremony here
https://youtube.com/live/me1F8yVqtS0?feature=share
Congratulations Swain Class of 2026!
Kids aged 18 and under are invited to join us for free meals at the Swain East Elementary School Cafeteria. We are offering free breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday all summer long!
🗓️ Dates: Monday, June 8th – July 24
📍 Location: Swain East Elementary School Cafeteria
⏰ Times:
Breakfast: 7:30 am – 8:30 am
Lunch: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Meals must be consumed on-site. For more information, please call 828-488-3129 ext. 5139. Come picnic with us!
🗓️ Dates: Monday, June 8th – July 24
📍 Location: Swain East Elementary School Cafeteria
⏰ Times:
Breakfast: 7:30 am – 8:30 am
Lunch: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Meals must be consumed on-site. For more information, please call 828-488-3129 ext. 5139. Come picnic with us!
🎓 You’re Invited! 🎓
Join us THIS EVENING as we celebrate our amazing students at the
8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony!
📅 **Tuesday, June 2, 2026**
⏰ **5:30 PM**
📍 **Swain County High School Gymnasium**
1415 Fontana Rd.
Let’s honor our 8th graders as they close one chapter and begin an exciting new one. We are so proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone together!
🎉 We made it! Tomorrow, June 3rd, is officially the last day of school!
Just a reminder that it is a half-day. High school buses will depart at 11:00 AM. Have a fantastic, safe, and wonderful summer break! ☀️🌴
Upcoming Webinar: Supporting Boys: Mental Health Strategies for Young Men
When the boys in your life shut down, act out, or seem to be struggling beneath the surface, it can be hard to know how to help. Many parents and caregivers wonder how to start the conversation — and how to make it stick.
Join Cartwheel and Chris Smith, LCSW, CGP, psychotherapist and Director of the Looking Ahead program, for a free live webinar: Supporting Boys: Mental Health Strategies for Young Men on Tuesday, June 4 from 12–1 pm ET.
Parents and caregivers will learn practical strategies to recognize the signs of mental health challenges in boys and young men, understand why struggles often go unspoken, and open the door to connection and support at home. Chris will also share how everyday relationships and routines can play a powerful role in a young man's emotional wellbeing.
🎓 You’re Invited! 🎓
Join us tomorrow evening as we celebrate our amazing students at the 8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony!
📅 **Tuesday, June 2, 2026**
⏰ **5:30 PM**
📍 **Swain County High School Gymnasium**
1415 Fontana Rd.
Let’s honor our 8th graders as they close one chapter and begin an exciting new one. We are so proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone together!
☀️SMS Field Day 2026!
What an incredible day of fun, laughter, and celebration at SMS Field Day! Our students enjoyed an action-packed day filled with water balloons, water slides, basketball games, volleyball matches, and even a dunking booth that kept everyone smiling.
More than just a day of fun, Field Day was a celebration of an amazing school year. We are proud of the growth, achievements, and perseverance our students have shown throughout the year. It was wonderful to see our school community come together to make lasting memories and celebrate all that we have accomplished.
A huge thank you to our staff, volunteers, and everyone who helped make this day such a success. We are grateful for a school community that works hard, supports one another, and knows how to celebrate together!
Here's to a fantastic year and an even brighter future for SMS! 🎉
Join us for a Meet & Greet with our new Superintendent!
Swain County Schools family, you’re invited to meet Dr. Brandon Sutton on Monday, June 8th from 3:00pm–4:45pm.
Come hear his mission and vision for our district, share your valuable feedback, and enjoy some light refreshments.
📍 Location: TBD based on RSVPs (so please let us know you're coming!)
📝 RSVP: Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the link below to fill out the quick form.
We look forward to seeing you there!
👉 RSVP here: https://forms.gle/eJG4QbGurRj9QNoFA
Swain County Schools family, you’re invited to meet Dr. Brandon Sutton on Monday, June 8th from 3:00pm–4:45pm.
Come hear his mission and vision for our district, share your valuable feedback, and enjoy some light refreshments.
📍 Location: TBD based on RSVPs (so please let us know you're coming!)
📝 RSVP: Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the link below to fill out the quick form.
We look forward to seeing you there!
👉 RSVP here: https://forms.gle/eJG4QbGurRj9QNoFA
Swain Field Day is this Thursday. Please wear athletic wear. Students should bring a change of clothes, money, and sunscreen. Please consider donating a baby pool for our Slip and Slide Kickball game! Thank you so much!
Act of Kindness Challenge:✨ Encourage and Appreciate Someone Each Day. ✨
As we head into the final 6 ½ school days of the year, we are filled with gratitude for an incredible school year and the amazing growth we have seen from our students, staff, and school community.
A kind word, a helping hand, or a simple thank you can make a lasting impact.
Thank you to our staff for the dedication, heart, and hard work you pour into our students every single day. Let’s continue lifting each other up and finish this year STRONG! 💪📚🍎
🎓 You’re Invited! 🎓
Join us as we celebrate our amazing students at the
8th Grade Moving Up Ceremony!
📅 **Tuesday, June 2, 2026**
⏰ **5:30 PM**
📍 **Swain County High School Gymnasium**
1415 Fontana Rd.
Let’s honor our 8th graders as they close one chapter and begin an exciting new one. We are so proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to celebrate this milestone together!
WOO HOO!! YOU ALL ROCK! 🙌🎉
A gigantic shout-out to our incredible teachers, students, and families for making today's testing an absolute, roaring success!
In fact, our Principals have been bragging all afternoon about just how incredibly hard their students worked today. They could not be prouder of the focus, determination, and grit shown in every single classroom! 🌟👏
Talk about a total team effort. Check out these amazing numbers:
📊 ~740 3rd-8th grade students scheduled to test today.
🚫 Only 5 students did not attend.
An attendance rate that high only happens when everyone works together.
🍎 To our Teachers: Thank you for your endless prep, encouragement, and dedication.
🏡 To our Families: Thank you for getting kids to bed early, managing morning routines, and reinforcing the importance of showing up.
🎒 To our Students: Thank you for showing up, bringing your A-game, and making your principals brag!
But wait... it's not over yet! 🏁 We have TWO MORE DAYS of testing left. Let’s keep this incredible momentum going, stay focused, and finish strong! 🚀💪
A gigantic shout-out to our incredible teachers, students, and families for making today's testing an absolute, roaring success!
In fact, our Principals have been bragging all afternoon about just how incredibly hard their students worked today. They could not be prouder of the focus, determination, and grit shown in every single classroom! 🌟👏
Talk about a total team effort. Check out these amazing numbers:
📊 ~740 3rd-8th grade students scheduled to test today.
🚫 Only 5 students did not attend.
An attendance rate that high only happens when everyone works together.
🍎 To our Teachers: Thank you for your endless prep, encouragement, and dedication.
🏡 To our Families: Thank you for getting kids to bed early, managing morning routines, and reinforcing the importance of showing up.
🎒 To our Students: Thank you for showing up, bringing your A-game, and making your principals brag!
But wait... it's not over yet! 🏁 We have TWO MORE DAYS of testing left. Let’s keep this incredible momentum going, stay focused, and finish strong! 🚀💪
📝 Testing season is here, Swain County students! You’ve done the work—now just remember to rest, fuel up, and do your best. ⚡️
WE'RE HIRING!
Swain County Public Schools has several rewarding openings available for teachers, support staff, and athletic coaches. Come grow with us and make a difference in our community!
See all open positions and apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Swain County Public Schools has several rewarding openings available for teachers, support staff, and athletic coaches. Come grow with us and make a difference in our community!
See all open positions and apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
We are delighted to acknowledge the achievements of our students who presented at the Maroon Meeting. During the event, four special staff members, Ryan McMahan, James McNab, Mike Dehart, and Deb Cloer, were honored for their outstanding leadership.
In addition to the recognition, pins and stickers were distributed to both staff and students, symbolizing their participation and support for Mental Health Awareness.
WE'RE HIRING!
Swain County Public Schools has several rewarding openings available for teachers, support staff, and athletic coaches. Come grow with us and make a difference in our community!
See all open positions and apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Swain County Public Schools has several rewarding openings available for teachers, support staff, and athletic coaches. Come grow with us and make a difference in our community!
See all open positions and apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
EOG Week is HERE at Swain Middle School! ✏️📚
We’ve prepared ALL year for this moment. Now it’s time to be your BEST:
✅ For yourself✅ For your classmates✅ For your school
✅ For your families✅ For your community
Spread kindness, encourage one another, and give your best effort every single day!
Let’s show the rest of North Carolina who Swain Middle School is! #GoBeYourBest #SwainMiddle #EOGReady
Mrs Lucas's sixth grade social studies classes have been studying ancient civilizations and their governments and applying it to the United States government. Students took part in mock trial by signing up for roles, analyzing key evidence and participating in a jury process.
