Swain County Schools to Operate on Regular Schedule, Enhanced Law Enforcement Presence Planned
Bryson City, NC — August 21, 2025 — Swain County Schools will operate on a regular schedule, including ALL bus routes, on Friday, August 22.
In collaboration with local law enforcement, extra safety measures will be in place. Swain County deputies will be following buses in the Alarka area and maintaining a continuous patrol presence. Families and staff can also expect to see increased law enforcement visibility at West Elementary throughout the school day.
Swain County Schools remains in close communication with the Swain County Sheriff’s Department to ensure the continued safety of students and staff, and will implement any additional precautions as needed.
“We sincerely thank Sheriff Brian Kirkland and his team for their ongoing support and partnership in keeping our schools and community safe,” said district officials.
We at Swain County Schools are thankful that are students and staff are safe. Thank you to our law enforcement personnel for you continued service to the students, staff, and families of Swain County Schools.
Adventure, laughter, and learning — our GEAR UP Summer Camp had it all! 🌞📚 From field trips to new skills, this summer was one to remember!
UPDATE: THE LINK IS LIVE!
The Swain County Schools Afterschool Program application will open on Friday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m. Families interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to complete the application promptly, as spaces are limited.
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
The Swain County Schools Afterschool Program application will open on Friday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m. Families interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to complete the application promptly, as spaces are limited.
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
The Swain County Schools Afterschool Program application will open on Friday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m. Families interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to complete the application promptly, as spaces are limited.
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
The Swain County Schools Afterschool Program application will open on Friday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m. Families interested in enrolling their child are encouraged to complete the application promptly, as spaces are limited.
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
Click the link below to access the application on Friday, August 8th at 9am:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevQr__Bml292h2GII53RsHcNiv8pPVKT3fnHlaH5-73Zx1rQ/viewform?usp=header
Eric Stephenson has been named the Assistant Principal for Swain High School
Dennis Jones has been named Director of Safety and Transportation
Lisa Waldroup has been named EC Director
Barbara Sneed has been named Executive Director of Federal Programs
Back to school bash!
It's not to late to sign up to substitute in Swain County Schools - drop by Thursday the 24th between 10-1 to sign up
Arizona Blankenship is running in the U20 US Track and Field Championships in Eugene Oregon
Swain County Schools has the following job openings available
Welcome to our new Principal at East Elementary School, Mr Mike Treadway!
Kindergarten Registration Reminder
Attention, rising seniors! Senior portraits will be Wednesday, July 23 in the Swain Arts Center. You must have your portrait made to be included in the 2025–26 yearbook.
Graduation for the Class of 2025 will be outside at Swain County Memorial Stadium at 7:30 this evening
Reminder that tomorrow, Thursday the 29th is the final day of school for the 2024-25 school year, buses will run at 11 am tomorrow
Video from this year's Special Olympics, held at Swain High https://youtu.be/XEPK2S36Enc?feature=shared