Congratulations to these amazing winners from East Elementary third grade for their outstanding entries in Swain SWCD's 2026 Bookmark Contest! Ella Boston placed first, Corlee Wegenka placed second, and Azrael Corbin placed third.
This year's contest theme was "We All Live in a Watershed" and these ladies hit it out of the park! Their designs were creative, eye-catching, and most notably, they highlighted how important it is to take care of our watersheds.
Ella's first place design has been printed into bookmarks to be distributed throughout the county! Come get yours from our office. 🔖📖 All three winners received goody bags and money prizes from Swain SWCD, and their drawings will also be on display at the Swain County Agricultural Fair in August. Great job! 🎉
This year's contest theme was "We All Live in a Watershed" and these ladies hit it out of the park! Their designs were creative, eye-catching, and most notably, they highlighted how important it is to take care of our watersheds.
Ella's first place design has been printed into bookmarks to be distributed throughout the county! Come get yours from our office. 🔖📖 All three winners received goody bags and money prizes from Swain SWCD, and their drawings will also be on display at the Swain County Agricultural Fair in August. Great job! 🎉
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.
📚🎉 Happy Dr. Seuss Day! 🎉📚
The countdown is over! 📣 Kindergarten Registration for Swain County Schools opens TODAY, March 6!
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!
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!
💙 National School Social Work Week 💙
💙 Celebrating our incredible school social workers this week! Thank you for championing students’ mental health, supporting families, and helping every child succeed. We appreciate you! 🙌📚 #SchoolSocialWorkerWeek #NC
Pictured (L to R)
Hannah Clemmer, School Social Worker at East Elementary School
Leah Pacey, Clinical Social Worker, East & West Elementary School
Ashley Walker, School Social Worker at SCHS and Swain Academy
Not Pictured: Cenda Dickey, School Social Worker, West Elementary School
Pictured (L to R)
Hannah Clemmer, School Social Worker at East Elementary School
Leah Pacey, Clinical Social Worker, East & West Elementary School
Ashley Walker, School Social Worker at SCHS and Swain Academy
Not Pictured: Cenda Dickey, School Social Worker, West Elementary School
Today, three employees were arrested by the Swain County Sheriff’s Office and charged with various crimes related to their employment at East Swain Elementary School. These charges result from a report by the Swain County Schools to law enforcement. Although the Sheriff’s Department can release certain details, including the names and specific charges, the Swain County Schools cannot provide additional details because, under federal and State law, students and employees are entitled to confidentiality from the school system. All three employees are on leave pending further investigation.
From the beginning, Swain County Schools has fully cooperated with law enforcement and will continue to do so.
Our first and highest priority at this time is ensuring that students at East Elementary have the staff support and resources they need. The staff at East Elementary is committed to maintaining a supportive educational environment for all students, and this will remain our focus. Questions, concerns, or information regarding the investigation or the charges should be directed to the Swain County Sheriff’s Department.
From the beginning, Swain County Schools has fully cooperated with law enforcement and will continue to do so.
Our first and highest priority at this time is ensuring that students at East Elementary have the staff support and resources they need. The staff at East Elementary is committed to maintaining a supportive educational environment for all students, and this will remain our focus. Questions, concerns, or information regarding the investigation or the charges should be directed to the Swain County Sheriff’s Department.
Dr. Seuss day is NEXT FRIDAY!
📘✨ ONE WEEK LEFT to grab your yearbook✨📘
It’s time to order your Swain East Elementary 2025-26 yearbook and capture all the great memories from this school year!
🖥 Order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com
🆔 Yearbook ID: 12465526
📅 All orders are due by March 6, 2026
Don’t miss out on this special keepsake your child will treasure for years to come! 💜💛
It’s time to order your Swain East Elementary 2025-26 yearbook and capture all the great memories from this school year!
🖥 Order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com
🆔 Yearbook ID: 12465526
📅 All orders are due by March 6, 2026
Don’t miss out on this special keepsake your child will treasure for years to come! 💜💛
Swain County Schools will operate on a normal schedule Tuesday, February 24.
Due to inclement weather, Swain County Schools will be closed today, Monday, February 23. It will be an Optional Teacher Workday for staff.
🪖💚 Kindness Week – Day 5: CAMO Day! 💚🪖
Today we wrapped up Kindness Week with Camo Day as a reminder that at our school, we don’t hide from kindness!
Today we wrapped up Kindness Week with Camo Day as a reminder that at our school, we don’t hide from kindness!
💪💙 Kindness Week – Day 4: Work It Out with Kindness! 💙💪
On Wednesday, February 18, district administrators received a report concerning the conduct of a classroom teacher. Upon learning of the matter, the district promptly notified local law enforcement and placed the employee on suspension with pay pending the outcome of an investigation. The district takes all reports involving employees’ conduct seriously and follows established procedures to ensure concerns are addressed appropriately and in accordance with district policy and applicable law. Because this matter involves an ongoing investigation and personnel issues, the district is unable to provide additional details at this time. The district will continue to cooperate fully with law enforcement and will take appropriate action based on the findings of the investigation. The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority.
✌️🌈 Kindness Week – Day 3: Tie-Dye Day! 🌈✌️
Being kind is GROOVY!💙💛💜
Being kind is GROOVY!💙💛💜
💙🤝 Kindness Week – Day 2: TEAM DAY! 🤝💙
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
💙🤝 Kindness Week – Day 2: TEAM DAY! 🤝💙
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
💙🤝 Kindness Week – Day 2: TEAM DAY! 🤝💙
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
Yesterday we “teamed up for kindness!” 🏈🏀⚽
💙✨ Kindness Week – PJ Day: Dreaming of Kindness! ✨💙
Today we got cozy for PJ Day as we kicked off Kindness Week by “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!
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!
