There will be a District AIG Parent Meeting on Tuesday, August 25 at 5:30pm in the Central Office.

If your child is in this program, plan to attend this information session.

2 days ago, Swain County Schools
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Showing Up for Swain: Building Our Future Together

Every family, business, and neighborhood in our county is impacted by chronic school absenteeism. We invite all community members to join us for a crucial public meeting to tackle this challenge together and support the future of our students and workforce.

Event: Showing Up for Swain: Building Our Future Together
Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Swain Middle School Media Center

What to Expect:
A presentation on recent Swain County Schools attendance data.
An overview of how daily attendance shapes academic success and long-term workforce readiness.
The official launch of the county-wide Swain Attendance Task Force.

Solving this challenge takes an entire community. Whether you want to join a task force committee, display a support window cling at your local business, sponsor student incentives, or simply share your insights, every voice matters at this table.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Thank you for your dedication to Swain County, our schools, and our youth!

3 days ago, Swain County Schools
flier Every family, business, and neighborhood in our county is impacted by chronic school absenteeism. We invite all community members to join us for a crucial public meeting to tackle this challenge together and support the future of our students and workforce.
Today is the Day! Come meet your teachers!
Swain County Schools will host Open House today, 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 – 4:00 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!
9 days ago, Swain County Schools
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Upcoming Webinar: When School Feels Hard: Understanding Anxiety and Avoidance in Kids

Wednesday, August 19 | 7–8pm ET
Chinwé Williams, Ph.D.

The start of a new school year brings excitement for some kids and teens and dread for others. In this webinar, we’ll explore what’s driving school anxiety and avoidance in kids, when it may signal a need for additional support, and practical strategies to help children feel more confident, connected, and ready to learn.

As always, the webinar is free, and you'll have a chance to ask questions live.

Register Here!

11 days ago, Swain County Schools
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Swain County Schools Afterschool Program Registration Opening Soon

Registration for our FREE K–8 Afterschool Program opens this Friday, August 7th, at 9:00 AM.

Key Details:
Registration Opens: Friday, Aug 7 @ 9:00 AM
First Day: Tuesday, Sept 8
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, until 5:30 PM
Grades: K–8
Cost: FREE for participating students

Important Note: We anticipate a waitlist. Applications will be reviewed based on prior behavior, attendance, and submission time. Families will be notified of acceptance the week of August 17th.

(Note: Pre-K Afterschool applications are managed directly through Bright Adventures.)

Register here (link opens Aug 7 at 9 AM):
https://forms.gle/RQkYRhiNkfgw395d7

19 days ago, Swain County Schools
Promotional flier for Swain County Schools Afterschool Program for grades K-8. Registration opens Friday, August 7th at 9:00 AM. Key details: Program is FREE for participating students and begins September 8. Operates Monday through Thursday until 5:30 PM. Notification of acceptance will be given the week of August 17. Applications are subject to a waitlist based on behavior, attendance, and submission time. Pre-K program is managed separately through Bright Adventures. Registration link: https://forms.gle/RQkYRhiNkfgw395d7. Features photos of smiling young students in classroom settings and the Swain County Public Schools logo.
Huge shoutout and thank you to these four high schoolers for really stepping up to help Swain County Schools this summer!
Ayden Smiley, Noah Brown, Landon Cochran, and Kregg Parton worked alongside our maintenance team all summer—painting, mowing, trimming, and doing whatever was needed to get our campuses looking sharp and ready for the new school year.
We truly appreciate their hard work, great attitudes, and dedication to our schools!
19 days ago, Swain County Schools
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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.
25 days ago, Swain County Schools

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!

about 1 month ago, Swain County Schools
Graphic announcing that 2026–2027 student registration is now open for Swain County Schools. The flyer includes instructions for first-time student enrollment, including completing an online registration form, additional steps for kindergarten students, and the requirement that kindergarteners be 5 years old by August 31, 2026. It also provides instructions for returning families to complete the annual update through the Parent Portal and notes that students cannot receive school-issued devices until the update is complete. The Swain County Public Schools logo appears at the top, and five smiling elementary-aged children are pictured along the bottom of the graphic.

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

about 2 months ago, Swain County Schools
Graphic Image with girl on phone promoting Cartwheel mental health support services.
Happy Fourth of July to our students, families, friends and staff!
about 2 months ago, Swain County Schools
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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/
about 2 months ago, Swain County Schools
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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.

about 2 months ago, Swain County Schools
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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

2 months ago, Swain County Schools
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🍎 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/
2 months ago, Swain County Schools
A promotional hiring graphic for Swain County Schools with an orange background and abstract geometric shapes. The text reads: "Swain County Schools, We Are Hiring Special Education Teachers." A central white box lists reasons to choose the district: Signing bonus available; 10% salary supplement for self-contained classrooms; Strong teacher support and mentorship; Collaborative school culture focused on student success; Small-town atmosphere with meaningful relationships. An italicized note at the bottom invites candidates looking for a rewarding career in a beautiful, welcoming community to join the family. The bottom banner reads: "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! 👇

3 months ago, Swain County Schools
Flyer graphic with a maroon textured background and white/grey oval text boxes announcing a "Meet & Greet" event. Top left oval text reads: "Meet & Greet: Dr. Brandon Sutton, Superintendent, Swain County Schools." Right-side oval text reads: "Monday, June 8th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm, Drop-in, Swain County Schools Central Office." Three bullet points on the bottom left read: Dr. Sutton will share his Mission and Vision for Swain County Schools. You’ll have the opportunity to provide valuable feedback at the meeting and after. Light refreshments will be served. The bottom right corner features the Swain County Public Schools logo, which includes a grey mountain silhouette and a stylized letter "S".
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!
3 months ago, Swain County Schools
A square illustration on a light teal and white background with colorful decorative banners and clouds. Large yellow text at the top reads: 'SUMMER FEEDING COME PICNIC WITH US!!!' The image features several children: a girl on the right jumping rope, a boy on the left painting at an easel, and three kids picnicking together in the bottom right corner near a woven picnic basket full of fruit. Key program details are clearly listed: • Eligibility: AGES 18 & UNDER • Start Date: MONDAY, JUNE 8th • Location: Swain East Elementary School Cafeteria • Meal Times: Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 am, Lunch: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm • Program Duration: Monday–Friday, June 8th – July 24 • Note: Meals are to be consumed on site. • Contact Info: Call 828-488-3129x5139 The bottom of the post includes small graphic icons: a 'Share' button in the left corner and a thumbs-up 'Like' icon in the right corner.

🎉 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! ☀️🌴

3 months ago, Swain County Schools
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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.

Register here: https://cartwheelcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oJWNkwgaTjC_7ncBC9Bitw?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_17129575#/registration

3 months ago, Swain County Schools
Promotional graphic for a Cartwheel webinar titled "Supporting Boys: Mental Health Strategies for Young Men" on Tuesday, June 4 from 12-1 pm ET, featuring speaker Chris Smith, LCSW, CGP.
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
3 months ago, Swain County Schools
Flyer for a "Meet & Greet" event with Dr. Brandon Sutton, Superintendent of Swain County Schools. The flyer features a maroon and light grey color scheme with a textured background and the Swain County Public Schools logo in the top right. The event is scheduled for Monday, June 8th, from 3:00pm to 4:45pm. The location is listed as "TBD based on RSVPs." Bullet points state that Dr. Sutton will share his Mission and Vision for the schools, attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback, and light refreshments will be served. The bottom right corner includes a call to action to RSVP via a QR code or the shortened URL: https://forms.gle/eJG4QbGurRj9QNoFA.
📝 Testing season is here, Swain County students! You’ve done the work—now just remember to rest, fuel up, and do your best. ⚡️
3 months ago, Swain County Schools
An informational and encouraging infographic from Swain County Public Schools titled "Students! You Got This!" set against a textured, dark maroon background. The top right features a white line drawing of a glowing lightbulb. The main text announces that testing season is here and outlines "a few small habits that can make a huge difference in performance and peace of mind." Four light grey, arrow-shaped callout boxes detail specific tips: Power Down: Recommends 8+ hours of sleep and turning off screens 30 minutes before bed. Fuel the Finish: Advises skipping sugary snacks for a breakfast with protein and complex carbs (eggs, oatmeal, yogurt). Just Breathe: Suggests "Box Breathing" (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4, exhale for 4) for overwhelm. Prep the Night Before: Recommends laying out an outfit and packing a bag ahead of time to minimize morning jitters. Text on the right side notes that East, West, and Middle School testing begins Wednesday, May 20th, and includes a note for parents on how simple encouragement lowers test anxiety. The bottom features the text "You’ve done the work, now just do your best!" alongside the Swain County Public Schools circular logo, which features a mountain range silhouette and a block letter "S".