🎒 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! ☀️🌴
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.
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
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/