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Good afternoon! Parents/guardians of student-athletes your student should have received a paper today about a fundraiser that is going on here for athletics. Link for the paper they received is in the caption explaining how the fundraiser will work, and how to sign up for it. If you have any questions please contact the school's athletic director at bledford@swainmail.org
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Swain County Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay for Wednesday Jan 22
Weekly Act of Kindness
Kindness is a powerful way to create a positive environment, and it often starts with the simplest of actions. A warm greeting, a kind word, or an encouraging message can set the tone for someone’s entire day. When we take the time to lift up those around us, we create a stronger, more supportive community where everyone feels valued and appreciated.
This week, let’s focus on starting each day with kindness. By beginning your morning with a thoughtful gesture, you can brighten someone’s day and set the stage for a great day ahead—for yourself and your classmates.
💡 Challenge for the Week:
Each morning this week, before the school day starts:
✅ Turn to the classmate on your left and right.
✅ Say the following:
“Good morning!”
“I’m glad you’re here today.”
“You’re going to do awesome today!”
“I hope you have a great day!”
✅ Watch how something as simple as these words can bring a smile and help build positive connections in your class.
Why It Matters:
✅ A kind word in the morning can set the tone for someone’s entire day.
✅ By sharing these positive messages, you remind others they are seen, valued, and capable.
✅ It helps build a culture of kindness and encouragement in your classroom and school.
Let’s see how much positivity we can create this week by starting each day with kindness! Remember: A little effort can make a big difference.
Updated SMC Middle School Conference Tournament. Game play is set to start again tomorrow at 1.
Come support your Lady Devils as they play Murphy in the SMC Conference Basketball Tournament. Game time is set for 12:45.
Come out and support your Maroon Devil basketball team as they play Robbinsville in the 1st round of the SMC Middle School Conference Tournament. Game time is slated for 2 PM.
SMC Middle School Basketball Tournament Bracket. Come out tomorrow to enjoy some great basketball.
Blue Ridge Health has a provider coming to do Sports Physicals for if your student athlete needs one. The dates are 1/22, 1/29, and 2/14. Athletes must have these in order to participate in athletics. Call them today to schedule.
Come support your Maroon Devil Basketball teams in their last regular season game of the year. We will recognize our 8th graders before their respective game. Game time starts at 4.
Regular Schedule for Thursday
Swain County Schools will operate on a two hour delay schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Buses may not travel on icy roads.
Track season is right around the corner. The first date for Track practice is scheduled for February 4th. Here is the SportsYou code to sign up for more information.
Swain County Schools will operate on a two hour delay schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Buses may not travel on icy roads.
Due to temperatures and continued icy conditions that are impacting side roads and driveways, Swain County Schools will not have school for students on January 14, 2025, and it will be an optional teacher workday for staff. These conditions are not only hindering bus transportation, but are also limiting the number of staff able to travel safely. Thank you for your understanding.
IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE- PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident
Recipients: Current and Former Parents, Staff and Students
On Tuesday, January 7, PowerSchool alerted North Carolina public schools to a cybersecurity incident impacting student and teacher data across their global client base, including school systems in multiple states. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) notified us on January 11 that PowerSchool confirmed that the threat had been contained and that the compromised data was not shared and had been destroyed. For additional information concerning the breach and measures to protect against identity theft, please see the memorandum on our website at https://www.swain.k12.nc.us/article/1962300
🌟 Weekly Act of Kindness Challenge 🌟
Message of the Week:
A new week is a new opportunity to make a difference—not just by your actions, but by how you prepare your mind and heart to be kind. Kindness doesn’t always happen by accident; it happens when you take the time to think about how you can make someone’s day better. By being intentional with your thoughts, you set the stage for a week filled with positive actions. Kindness starts in your mind and grows through your actions.
💡 Challenge for the Week:
This week, take 5 minutes each day to sit quietly and think on how you will show kindness:
Find a calm, quiet place.
Close your eyes and think about the people around you—your classmates, teachers, family, and friends.
Ask yourself:
-Who might need encouragement?
-Who could use a smile or a kind word?
-How can I help make their day better?
Set one small goal for yourself to act on that kindness.
There will be no school for students on January 10, 2025. It will be an Annual Leave day for 10 month employees.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE for Wednesday Jan 8th
11 o'clock start for schools
Swain County Schools will be closed for students on January 7, 2025 and it will be an Optional Teacher Workday for Staff.
