SBI Agent Will Wright and his K-9 Ruige recently toured the Swain High parking lot. Ruige is specially trained to sniff firearms and explosives. Special thanks to the Sheriff's office, SBI and Town of Bryson City Police for their work in helping keep our schools safe!
2 months ago, Swain County Schools
SBI Agent
For those interested in tonight's Senior Parent/Family College meeting, The meeting will formally start at 5:30 PM in the SCHS Media Center -- NOT 6:00 PM. We apologize for any conflicting information, and we hope to see many families joining us tonight!
2 months ago, Swain County High School
Events for 9/16-9/21
2 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
events for the week of sept 16
In loving remembrance of those we lost on September 11, 2001
2 months ago, Swain County Schools
September 11
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics will do an on-site presentation for Swain High on Tuesday September 17 at 8 am
2 months ago, Swain County Schools
NCSSM On-Site Presentation
The SCHS Maroon & White Ball will soon be upon us! The dance will be held on September 28th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM in the Gymnasium. Please check the attached flyers for more information, including the dress code and school policies for the event. We hope to see you there!
2 months ago, Swain County High School
SCHS MAROON & WHITE BALL. Tickets $15 at the door. September 28th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. SCHS Gymnasium. Outside Guests must have prior approval to attend - ask Mrs. Yow for a guest form.
ATTIRE: The dress code will be semi-formal. Students attending MUST be appropriately dressed or will not be admitted. Girls can wear formals, party & cocktail dresses, or nice dress-up clothes. Boys can wear tuxedos, suits, or dress pants and ties. PICTURES WILL BE TAKEN AT THE DANCE. Price lists will be available.
Dances are school functions. Absolutely no alcohol or controlled substances, including tobacco or vapes, will be tolerated. All school policies will apply. Students found with or under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance will not be allowed to attend dances, the Fall Formal, or the Prom for a full calendar year from the date of the offense. Anyone acting suspiciously at the dance will be checked. Students who receive out of school suspension for 4 days or more, for any reason, will not be allowed to attend the Fall Ball or Prom in that given calendar year. Any student who was evaluated by our threat assessment team and was determined high risk or imminent risk will not be allowed to attend these dances in the given calendar year.
Flyer showing picture price listings for SCHS Fall Ball
Events for the week of 9/9-9/13
2 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Events for upcoming week
DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR CHILD's YEARBOOK TODAY! There is a $15 dollar discount if you order by the end of today!
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
buy your yearbook today
Senior Parents: Scan the QR code and begin working on your child's personal Senior Ad for the yearbook. Full page: $250; 1/2 pg.: $130; 1/4 pg: $70; 1/8 pg: $40. Prices will increase in October.
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
QR code for senior ads
One of the oldest traditions at Swain High is our yearbook, the Ridge Runner, which predates even the Maroon Devil mascot. The Ridge Runner is a history book, documenting the story, successes, culture, and lives of Swain High’s students year after year. Each year, Swain High’s yearbook staff of students, along with their faculty adviser, work to create a book that will provide a window, for this generation and generations to come, into their time here at Swain High. However, the yearbook is an expensive project, and book sales alone cannot cover the cost of its production. If you own, manage, or are associated with a business in Swain County, we, the Swain High Yearbook Staff, could really use your help. Your ad purchase will not only provide an attractive promotion for your business within the Ridge Runner but will also be a valuable contribution to our efforts to provide a beautiful yearbook that this community can be proud of. If you have questions or are interested in purchasing an ad, please contact our yearbook faculty adviser, Ben Cutler (bcutler@swainmail.org), and our staff will follow up with you promptly.
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Buy a Business Ad
Residential or day programs for rising 7th through 12th graders Rob Andrews from NC School of Science and Math will host an informational session at Swain High School, Tuesday, September 17 at 8 am. We will be meeting in the LOBBY of the ARTS CENTER. If you are interested in learning more about NCSSM opportunities (residential, online and/or summer) please plan to attend. Please bring your DRIVER'S license and CHECK in at the MAIN OFFICE then come to the Arts Center lobby for the meeting Ian Roper (iroper@swainmail.org) will facilitate the NCSSM meeting. Please contact him directly with any questions about this meeting. You may also contact Rob Andrews directly with your questions about NCSSM opportunities:
3 months ago, Swain County Schools
NC School of Science and Math
Upcoming events for the Week of 9/2/24
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Events for the Week
For those who might be interested in the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, Rob Andrews from NCSSM will be hosting an informational session in the Swain High Arts Center on Tuesday, September 17 at 8 AM. If you are interested in learning more about NCSSM opportunities, please come join us! STUDENTS: Report to your 1st block teacher and wait for the announcement to call interested students to the Arts Center. PARENTS: Please bring your driver's license and check in at the front desk as a visitor, then come to the Arts Center lobby for the meeting. Ian Roper will facilitate the NCSSM meeting, any questions can be forwarded to him by email: iroper@swainmail.org. You may also contact Rob Andrews directly at: andrews@ncssm.edu. We hope to see you there!
3 months ago, Swain County High School
Flyer for NC School of Science and Math School Info Session. Held on Sept 17 at 8AM in the Swain Arts Center
Good morning, As many of you know one of our students lost their home in a fire last night. Our staff has reached out and gathered information about how we can support them in this time of loss. SCHS will serve as a collection point for this family. This is the information we have at this time. Clothes needed and sizes: Mens pants: 38/32 Mens tops: 2xl Shoes: 12 Womens pants 13/14 (easy to pull on) Womens tops: XL Thank you to everyone who has checked in on the safety and wellbeing of the family. The family is currently staying with another family member at this time. Thank you, Mrs. B
3 months ago, Swain County Schools
Announcements for the week of 8/26-9/2
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Events for the week 8/26-9/2
SCHS Announcements for the week.
3 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Events for the week of August 19
For the parents and students who missed the calls home earlier this week, Here is the current plan for device pickup for FALL 2024: Thursday 8/15 (TODAY) is Open House! Open House is from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, and will be for student schedule pickup and teacher meet-and-greet ONLY! Parents may choose to pay for any Tech fees early on this date but no students will be getting their device. Friday 8/16 will be for senior device pickup ONLY! Drop-in hours are from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday 8/19 is for SCC enrolled, online, and Swain Academy students ONLY! * Tuesday 8/20 is for AP English and US History students ONLY! * * On Monday and Tuesday, classes will be called down individually for pickup. Wednesday 8/21 is for freshmen ONLY! (The office will call kids down alphabetically) Thursday 8/22 is for sophomores ONLY! (The office will call kids down alphabetically) Friday 8/23 is for juniors ONLY! (The office will call kids down alphabetically) Teachers have been made aware of the pickup schedule and will work with their students regarding classwork. Thank you so much for your understanding and patience during this crazy time of year!
3 months ago, Swain County High School
Save the Date! SCHS Open house and parent meetings.
4 months ago, Sonya Blankenship
Back to School Announcement. Swain High school will have open house on Thursday August 15th from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. There will be a general parent meeting at 6:00 and a parent advisory committee meeting at 6:30. Parent
Class of 2025: Lifetouch will be at Swain High for rising senior pictures on July 24th, 2024. Please schedule your appointment today at: www.prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment
4 months ago, Swain County High School
SCHS Flyer with the following text: Senior Portraits with Lifetouch will be at Swain High on July 24th, 2024. This is now a ONE-DAY event! If you would like professional pictures to be made with Prestige Portraits please visit their website and sign up for an available time on the 24th: www.prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment. END DESCRIPTION.
Class of 2025: Senior pictures will be taken at Swain County High School on July 24th and 25th. Schedule your appointment today at: www.prestigeportraits.com/bookappointment
5 months ago, Swain County High School