Swain East Elementary School

💙✨ Kindness Week – PJ Day: Dreaming of Kindness! ✨💙

Today we got cozy for PJ Day as we kicked off Kindness Week by “Dreaming of Kindness!” 💤🌙

Kindness Week starts tomorrow! 💛

Sorry for the late post — but it’s never too late to choose kindness. We can’t wait to see our students shine this week!

🚔💙 Happy National School Resource Officer Day! 💙🚔

National SRO Day is Sunday, Feb. 15! We are so thankful for Officer Melvin!

💕 What a SWEET time at our Valentine’s Dance! 💕

5th graders at East Elementary made cakes from scratch as they embarked on learning about the properties of matter, and how heat and a catalyst can cause a chemical change that binds the ingredients together.

Behind every successful school day is a team of dedicated professionals ensuring students arrive safe, on time, and ready to learn.

This week, we are proud to celebrate Bus Driver Appreciation Week. Our transportation team navigates more than just roads; they navigate the responsibility of student safety and well-being with incredible grace.

Please join us in thanking these essential members of our educational workforce for their commitment and hard work. 🏫🚛

This is a reminder that Swain County Schools will be closed on Friday, February 13 for a scheduled, mandatory teacher workday.

🚌💛 Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! 💛🚌

📚🎩 Happy Dr. Seuss Day! 🎩📚
Join us Friday, March 6 as we celebrate reading and all things Dr. Seuss!

Dress up if you can and get ready for a fun day full of books and smiles! 😊📖

💖 Valentine’s Dance is THIS Thursday! 💖

❄️ Important Update ❄️

Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule! 🍎

Swain County Schools is looking for substitute teachers! Whether you're a retiree, a stay-at-home parent, or looking for a career change, subbing offers:
Ultimate Flexibility: Set your own schedule; work as much or as little as you want.
Career Exploration: Test different grade levels and subjects to find your fit.
Skill-Building: Sharpen skills in leadership, public speaking, and adaptability.
No "Home Work": Your day ends when the bell rings—no grading or lesson planning.
Community Impact: Be the reason our students keep learning.

Join us!
Kelly Education Hiring Event
February 26th
10:00 to 2:00 PM
Front Lobby
Board of Education

This week, we celebrate National School Counseling Week! The counselors of Swain County Schools are the heartbeat of our district, working tirelessly to support students’ mental health, academic goals, and personal growth. Thank you for helping every student dream big and reach their full potential. We appreciate everything you do!

Pictured (L-R): Lindsay Altizer (Swain East Elementary), Anna Roland (Swain High School), Neil Holden (Swain West Elementary), Katie Aldridge (Swain Middle), Ian Roper (Swain High School), and Ciera Wiggins (Swain Middle).

Road conditions have continued to deteriorate over the past few hours. Consequently, Swain County Schools will be closed today, February 5, for students. It will be an Optional Teacher Workday for staff. We apologize for any inconvenience. The safety of our students, families, and staff is of our utmost importance.

Due to wintry precipitation in parts of the county, Swain County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay today, February 5. Please stay safe and monitor for further updates.

Swain County Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. However due to forecasted freezing temperatures we will be monitoring road conditions in the morning.

Happy National School Counseling Week!

Due to deteriorating road conditions, Swain County Schools will now be closed for students today, Wednesday, February 4th. This will be an Optional Teacher Workday.

The safety of our students, families, and staff is our top priority. We apologize for the late notice and any inconvenience this change may cause. Please stay safe and off the roads if possible.