Mark your calendars! 🗓️
Swain County Schools will host Open House on Thursday, August 13. Check out the schedule below to find the specific times for your school:
🏫 Swain East: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🏫 Swain West: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🏫 Swain Middle School: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🏫 Swain Academy: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🏫 Swain High School: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We can't wait to see all of our students and families there!
Swain County Schools will host Open House on Thursday, August 13. Check out the schedule below to find the specific times for your school:
🏫 Swain East: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🏫 Swain West: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🏫 Swain Middle School: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🏫 Swain Academy: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🏫 Swain High School: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
We can't wait to see all of our students and families there!
Save the Date!
Join Dr. Brandon Sutton for an important community discussion on how we can work together to tackle chronic absenteeism and support our students.
📍 Location: Swain Middle School Media Center
⏰ When: Aug 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Every day in school counts—let's build our future together! Stay tuned for more updates.
Join Dr. Brandon Sutton for an important community discussion on how we can work together to tackle chronic absenteeism and support our students.
📍 Location: Swain Middle School Media Center
⏰ When: Aug 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Every day in school counts—let's build our future together! Stay tuned for more updates.
Last week, Nine Swain High students traveled to Appalachian State University for Design Camp, sponsored by GEAR UP! Over four immersive days, our Maroon Devils dove into Design Foundations, Apparel Design, Industrial Design, and Interior Design—guided directly by App State faculty, students, and industry professionals.
Campers went through the full creative process from concept to creation: sketching ideas, participating in critique sessions, listening to professional designer keynotes, and touring state-of-the-art campus studios. They brought their ideas to life by building scale models for every discipline and wrapped up the week showcasing their work at a special reception for families!
A huge thank you to GEAR UP for giving our students this incredible, hands-on opportunity to build real-world problem-solving skills!
A note about GEAR UP
GEAR UP stands for "gaining early awareness and readiness for undergraduate programs" and it is a federally funded college access program designed to increase the number of students who are prepared to enter and succeed in college. Gear Up's goal is to make sure that every student in Swain has every option available to them when it is time to make decisions about their future!
Some of the Services Gear Up Offers:
One on one college or career advising
Virtual tutoring available 24/7
Application assistance
Financial aid assistance
College Visits
ACT prep resources
Now Open! Student Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year
Whether you're enrolling a student for the first time or completing your returning student's annual update, registration is now open!
✅ New students: Complete the online registration form and follow the enrollment instructions.
✅ Returning students: Log in to the Parent Portal to complete your annual update.
Kindergarten students must be 5 years old by August 31, 2026.
We look forward to welcoming our students for another great school year!
We're Hiring! Great schools are built by great people.
Swain County Public Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in rewarding roles supporting our local student-athletes. If you have a passion for mentoring and want to make a positive impact in our community, we have coaching opportunities available!
We have positions open for both Middle School and High School Athletics, including roles in:
Basketball (Assistant Boys and Girls Coaches)
Cheerleading (Head JV Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach)
Football (Assistant Coach)
Wrestling (Head Coach and Assistant Coach)
Track (Assistant Coach)
For a complete list of positions, detailed job descriptions, and to submit your application, please visit our employment portal: https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Swain County Public Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in rewarding roles supporting our local student-athletes. If you have a passion for mentoring and want to make a positive impact in our community, we have coaching opportunities available!
We have positions open for both Middle School and High School Athletics, including roles in:
Basketball (Assistant Boys and Girls Coaches)
Cheerleading (Head JV Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach)
Football (Assistant Coach)
Wrestling (Head Coach and Assistant Coach)
Track (Assistant Coach)
For a complete list of positions, detailed job descriptions, and to submit your application, please visit our employment portal: https://swain.schoolspring.com/
🎒 Save the Date: Swain County Back to School Bash! 📚
Hey Swain County families! It’s almost that time of year again. Mark your calendars for a fun-filled morning to help our elementary students get ready to kick off the new school year!
🗓️ Date: August 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon (Note: School supplies are available while supplies last!)
📍 Location: Swain County Recreation Indoor Facility (240 West Deep Creek Road)
👧👦 Eligible Students: Pre-K through 5th Grade
What to Expect:
✏️ Free school supplies
🤝 Community resources
🎉 Fun activities & games
🍿 Great food and tons of fun!
If you are interested in having a booth you may sign up here.
Help us spread the word by tagging a friend or sharing this post.
Good news for families: Mental health support through Cartwheel doesn’t stop when school does.
This summer, students and families in Swain County Schools can still access:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatric providers with no waitlists
💻 Virtual appointments with afternoon, evening, and weekend availability
👨👩👧 Parent guidance sessions with practical support for parents and caregivers for everyday challenges
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with Medicaid; in-network with most insurance
Summer is a great time to get connected to care and help students be ready for fall. Learn more and get started: cartwheelcare.org/families
Happy Fourth of July to our students, families, friends and staff!
Ready to shape the next generation of leaders? Swain County Schools is hiring Middle & High School CTE Teachers! Enjoy a supportive environment nestled right in the beautiful mountains of Bryson City.
Apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Apply today ➡️ https://swain.schoolspring.com/
A huge thank you to Kierra Shook and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for sharing their expertise at the Swain County Schools Reading Camp. As a proud Swain alumna, Kierra provided inspiring words about her career as an Astro Engineer, while park representatives spoke about all aspects of the beautiful place we call home.
EOC and EOG Final Exam Score Reports are now available on your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Directions to access this report are posted below.
Please contact your child's school should you require assistance or to request a paper copy.
Make a Difference Every Day. Change a Life Forever.
Swain County Schools is hiring Special Education Teachers! We invest heavily in our educators with signing bonuses, a 10% salary supplement for self-contained classrooms, strong mentorship, and a deeply collaborative school culture.
Join our dedicated team in Bryson City and help our students thrive!
Start your journey with us today: https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Questions? Contact us at 828-488-3129.
SWAIN COUNTY SCHOOLS CELEBRATION!
Educators and school leaders from across the state gathered in Raleigh this week for the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative Summer Convening, and Swain County Middle School was front and center!
Please join us in celebrating two of our incredible staff members for their outstanding recognition at the state level:
Heather Herron has been named the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative Educator of the Year! This is a massive honor that recognizes her incredible dedication, leadership, and the tremendous impact she makes daily in our schools and community.
Ryan McMahan, Swain Middle Principal, was honored as a state Finalist for the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative's Educators and Leaders of the Year, highlighting his exceptional commitment to excellence and our students.
We are incredibly proud to have these outstanding educators representing Swain County Schools and leading the way in innovation and student success. Please help us congratulate Heather and Ryan!
Educators and school leaders from across the state gathered in Raleigh this week for the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative Summer Convening, and Swain County Middle School was front and center!
Please join us in celebrating two of our incredible staff members for their outstanding recognition at the state level:
Heather Herron has been named the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative Educator of the Year! This is a massive honor that recognizes her incredible dedication, leadership, and the tremendous impact she makes daily in our schools and community.
Ryan McMahan, Swain Middle Principal, was honored as a state Finalist for the Golden LEAF Schools Initiative's Educators and Leaders of the Year, highlighting his exceptional commitment to excellence and our students.
We are incredibly proud to have these outstanding educators representing Swain County Schools and leading the way in innovation and student success. Please help us congratulate Heather and Ryan!
Thank you to everyone who came out to the Meet and Greet with Swain County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Brandon Sutton, earlier this month! We received a lot of valuable feedback from our community.
If you weren't able to attend, we still want to hear from you! We’ve created a short form where you can submit your input on the questions asked at the event.
https://forms.gle/7WqZMtTbiDER9i5MA
🍎 We are hiring! Swain County Schools is looking for passionate Special Education Teachers to join our team.
Discover the benefits of working with us, including signing bonuses, a 10% salary supplement for self-contained classrooms, strong mentorship, and a collaborative, supportive culture.
If you're ready for a rewarding career in a beautiful, welcoming community, we invite you to apply today!
🔗 Apply at https://swain.schoolspring.com/
Discover the benefits of working with us, including signing bonuses, a 10% salary supplement for self-contained classrooms, strong mentorship, and a collaborative, supportive culture.
If you're ready for a rewarding career in a beautiful, welcoming community, we invite you to apply today!
🔗 Apply at https://swain.schoolspring.com/
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!
We want to inform our school community that a West Elementary School bus was involved in a minor fender bender this morning in the Bryson City Ingles parking lot.
No students or staff were injured. The students were safely transferred to an alternate bus and have already arrived at school.
No students or staff were injured. The students were safely transferred to an alternate bus and have already arrived at school.
🎉 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! ☀️🌴
