Additionally, Swain County Schools will be closed all of next week, from Monday, April 6th through Friday, April 10th, for Spring Break.
Classes will resume on Monday, April 13th. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and restful break!
School will operate on a normal schedule at all locations on Thursday, April 2nd.
Swain County High School, Swain Academy, Middle School and PreK have been made aware of the current boil water advisory issued for the Town of Bryson City. In response to this all student and faculty drinking water sources have been covered and made off limits for use until the boil advisory is lifted. All students and staff will be provided with bottled water for their consumption on Thursday, April 2nd. Additionally, students may bring water bottles filled from home for their use. Students will not be allowed to refill their personal water bottles from public water sources. They may use the bottled water to do so if they would like.
Swain County High School and Swain Academy utilizes a storage tank that is filled weekly using public water. This tank was refilled on Tuesday evening before the water disruption and boil advisory. Out of an abundance of caution, this tank will not be used for any service other than non-potable restroom facilities until the water has been tested for purity.
Lunches will be served on a regular schedule but will be prepackaged and require no water supply from the cafeteria. Milk and bottled water will be available with lunch at the middle and high school.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and stay in communication with local officials. Should conditions change, we will notify students, staff, and families promptly. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The afterschool program is canceled at PreK and Middle School for today.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation in ensuring our students' safety.
This message is also posted on Swain County Schools website and social media. Please contact your child’s school with any questions.
🌤️ Weekly Kindness Challenge: Bring Your Own Weather
At our school this week, we’re focusing on one powerful idea:
You can’t control everything around you—but you can control what you bring into it.
Let’s choose to be:
✔️ Calm when things feel stressful
✔️ Kind in every interaction
✔️ Steady and supportive for one another
Our challenge is simple:
Be the positive, peaceful presence in every classroom, hallway, and conversation.
Together, we can create an environment where everyone feels supported, respected, and valued.
We don’t wait for a great day…
we create one!
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!
Supporting our students means supporting the whole family! 💜📚 Swain County Schools has partnered with Cartwheel to offer a free monthly webinar series designed specifically for our parents and caregivers.
From managing "big feelings" to navigating tough conversations about substance use and mental health, these sessions provide practical tools you can use at home immediately.
The next one is April 15, 12-1pm and is titled "5 Keys to Parenting a Child with ADHD"
Register here!
Check out the upcoming schedule, register for free, and view past webinars here!
🌟Weekly Act of Kindness🌟
This week, focus on living in the moment ⏳✨
-Every day you come to school is an opportunity—to learn 📚, to grow 🌱, to explore your interests 🎯, and to become the person you want to be.
-Take a moment to appreciate that opportunity 🙏 Not everyone gets it.
-Show kindness by being present 👀—listen when others speak 🗣️, support your classmates 🤝, and give your best effort 💯 in everything you do.
-Be here. Be thankful. Do your best. 🌟
Make this week count!💫
As Spring Break inches closer (2 weeks from today!) here's a reminder about the school calendar for the rest of the year. You'll also see the 2026-2027 calendar is out as well. PDF's of both can be found on our website. https://www.swain.k12.nc.us/
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! 💻🔎
🏫 Swain Middle School – Weekly Act of Kindness Challenge
Give Your Best – The Final 48½ Days!
🏈 Athletes don’t run half speed.
⚾🥎 Players don’t swing in slow motion.
🎺 Musicians don’t skip practice.
They give their best every day.
📚 Before anything else, you are students. With 48½ days left, let’s bring that same effort to the classroom! Your EOGs are your final games.
✨ Show kindness in everything you do by giving your best effort in your academics!
💙 You are more than a number on a page.
🔥 We are Swain Middle School. Let’s finish strong!
🎉 Swain Students Shine at Regional History Day! 🎉
On Saturday, March 15th, students from Swain Middle School, along with one student from Swain High School, competed in the Regional History Day Competition at Blue Ridge Community College.
Students who participated included:
Elsie-Mae Clayton, Jozie Smith, Cadence Williamson, Zaida Roughton, Zooey Roughton, Emma Nations, Emma Pegg, Aubree Barker, Nico Houston, Charlie Clapsaddle, Frank Carrasco Fernandez, Marissa Hammons, Rae Bradley, Mellayna Schenck, Tate McGaha, Axel Wilmot, Madison Weston, Ophelia Lambert, Owen Outlaw, Xander Litzau, Jessi Powers, Hannah Millsaps, Kathy Jenkins, Preston Bennett, and Avery Roland.
These students represented Swain with hard work, creativity, and outstanding historical research. They did an amazing job presenting their projects and showcasing their knowledge!
🏅 We are especially proud to announce that two Swain Middle School students, Elsie-Mae Clayton and Madison Weston, have advanced to the State History Day competition!
🏅 Avery Roland from Swain High School also advanced to the State competition!
Please join us in congratulating all of our participants for their dedication and effort. We are incredibly proud of each of them and wish our state qualifiers the best of luck at the next level!
Swain County Schools will be closed for students tomorrow, Friday, March 13 for a planned workday for staff. Thank you.
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!
