Swain County High School

School will operate on a normal schedule at all locations on Thursday, April 2nd.

Swain County High School, Swain Academy, Middle School and PreK have been made aware of the current boil water advisory issued for the Town of Bryson City. In response to this all student and faculty drinking water sources have been covered and made off limits for use until the boil advisory is lifted. All students and staff will be provided with bottled water for their consumption on Thursday, April 2nd. Additionally, students may bring water bottles filled from home for their use. Students will not be allowed to refill their personal water bottles from public water sources. They may use the bottled water to do so if they would like.

Swain County High School and Swain Academy utilizes a storage tank that is filled weekly using public water. This tank was refilled on Tuesday evening before the water disruption and boil advisory. Out of an abundance of caution, this tank will not be used for any service other than non-potable restroom facilities until the water has been tested for purity.

Lunches will be served on a regular schedule but will be prepackaged and require no water supply from the cafeteria. Milk and bottled water will be available with lunch at the middle and high school.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and stay in communication with local officials. Should conditions change, we will notify students, staff, and families promptly. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Supporting our students means supporting the whole family! 💜📚 Swain County Schools has partnered with Cartwheel to offer a free monthly webinar series designed specifically for our parents and caregivers.

From managing "big feelings" to navigating tough conversations about substance use and mental health, these sessions provide practical tools you can use at home immediately.

The next one is April 15, 12-1pm and is titled "5 Keys to Parenting a Child with ADHD"
Register here!

Check out the upcoming schedule, register for free, and view past webinars here!

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is excited to announce the return of its Summer Internship Program for 2026! This 12-week paid program runs June 1 – August 21, offering hands-on experience in tribal government for young adults interested in public service. Interns earn $15/hour, working 40 hours per week!

Eligibility: Ages 16–24

Open to high school students, recent graduates, college students, and those not pursuing higher education but interested in government and community service. Interns gain professional development, leadership training, mentoring, and real-world experience across multiple EBCI divisions.

Applications are open now through March 31st.
> CLICK HERE TO APPLY <

As Spring Break inches closer (2 weeks from today!) here's a reminder about the school calendar for the rest of the year. You'll also see the 2026-2027 calendar is out as well. PDF's of both can be found on our website. https://www.swain.k12.nc.us/

Swain County Schools will be closed for students tomorrow, Friday, March 13 for a planned workday for staff. Thank you.

Future Educators in the Making!
On March 2, eight of our standout Swain High students traveled to Mars Hill University for the 2026 Teacher Cadet Conference. They joined peers from Buncombe, Haywood, and Henderson counties to dive deep into the world of education.
Swain representatives included: Shelby Kirkland, Emma Herron, Kiera Dyer, Addisyn Mathews, Maddison Ball, Madison Walkingstick, Peyton Allen, and Norah Dunlap.
Highlights of the Day: From classroom management and SEL (Social Emotional Learning) to Career and Technical Education (CTE), our Cadets attended specialized sessions led by "Teachers of the Year" and school administrators.
"The entire day was fun, engaging, and felt like a big success," said Madison Walkingstick. "The sessions were informative about how to manage a classroom and connect with students."
The Heart of the Mission: Student Norah Dunlap summed up the inspiration behind the trip: "Model the teacher that inspired you to become one, so you can change someone else's life like they changed yours."
We are so proud of these future leaders!

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.