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).
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.
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.
Swain County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday February 4. However, we will continue to monitor road conditions overnight and will reevaluate in the morning.
February Webinar: Helping Kids Build Healthy Relationships with Food
Conversations about food and body image can come up in many ways at school and at home. From student stress to peer dynamics, these topics can feel hard to navigate without the right tools.
Join Cartwheel and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant, Dana Sedlak, LCSW, CEDS-C, for a free, live webinar on helping kids build healthy relationships with food and their bodies on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 12–1 pm ET.
Parents and caregivers will leave with tools they can use right away at home and as kids head back to school.
Swain County Schools will be closed for students tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3. It will be an Optional Teacher Workday for staff. Staff may communicate with their supervisor regarding the workday and leave.
Swain County Schools will be closed for all students and 10 or 11-month employees on February 2, 2026. This day will be made up at the end of the school year. All 12-month employees will be contacted by their supervisors for work options.
Swain County Schools will be closely monitoring the weekend weather and road conditions and will make an initial decision regarding school operations on Sunday evening. We may re-evaluate early Monday morning if necessary.
Stay tuned to our Facebook pages, school website, and automated alert system for the latest updates.
Stay Safe and Warm!
Stay tuned to our Facebook pages, school website, and automated alert system for the latest updates.
Stay Safe and Warm!
❄️🎉 Only TWO weeks away!
Swain County Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th, due to forecasted extreme cold. This delay will allow for better daylight for all drivers and safer travel conditions. We encourage everyone to dress warmly to ensure safety while waiting for buses or traveling to school.
Due to the likelihood of black ice and freezing temperatures tomorrow morning, Swain County Schools will be closed to students, Monday, January 26th. This will be an optional teacher workday for staff. Thank you.
Swain County Schools is actively monitoring the changing weather forecast for this weekend. Due to the prediction of rain on Sunday, we will make an initial decision regarding school operations on Sunday evening.
However, because temperatures are forecasted to drop Sunday night, we may need to re-evaluate based on conditions Monday morning.
In the unlikely event of a significant weather emergency resulting in widespread power outages, we will utilize every available resource to keep you informed.
Please stay tuned to our Facebook pages, school website, and automated alert system for the latest updates.
Thank you for your patience, and stay safe.
However, because temperatures are forecasted to drop Sunday night, we may need to re-evaluate based on conditions Monday morning.
In the unlikely event of a significant weather emergency resulting in widespread power outages, we will utilize every available resource to keep you informed.
Please stay tuned to our Facebook pages, school website, and automated alert system for the latest updates.
Thank you for your patience, and stay safe.
Swain County Schools recognized several students at the latest 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.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students for the positive impact they have on our schools and community every day.
👶✨ Calling All 5th Grade Families! ✨👶
📘✨ Yearbook Time, Swain East Families! ✨📘
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! 💜💛
❄️ Winter Festival Update: New date — February 12th! ❄️
Swain County Schools will be closed Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day.
King, Jr. Day.
