Bright Adventures Prek

This year PreK & SMS are partnering to provide an opportunity to develop leadership skills and try out Education. These past 9 wks we have had an amazing group of 8th Grade Leaders who have worked in our classrooms daily. We will miss them as they are off to their next rotation!

One more fun animal visited us today! Mr. Richie Jenkins & Bob the Horse walked to school today. Today was Bob's first day at school and we were ALL excited. Bob has excellent horse manners and Mr. Richie told us all about horses!

A huge shout out to Mr. Josh Anthony from Tuckasegee Farm Animal Rescue & Petting Zoo for bringing 3 baby goats for us to meet! They will be having a Kid Friendly Haunted Petting Zoo the week of Halloween and will be open Noon-11pm if you're looking for a fun place to visit!

Not only did we dress up and participate in farm activities - but we met some REAL Farmers & Farm Animals! First up is Ms. Monica Holmes and her 4 chickens. We got to pet "Hoodie," saw different color eggs, and saw what a spur looks like.

More farm day dress up pictures and farming activities - thanks to our parent volunteers today! More pictures to come!!

Cuteness overload is coming your way!! Today is FARM day at Bright Adventures! Check out these adorable little farmers and critters! Lots more pictures to come!

Today, Ms. Shelby Cook from Swain County Soil & Water Conservation visited us and brought some extra special guests - WORMS!! Our kiddos loved learning about them! Thank you, Ms. Shelby!

Our Best and Then Some - Felicity Roberts Bright Adventures

Our Best and Then Some - Channah Raxter Bright Adventures

It's Fire Safety Month! Today we learned about smoke detectors and what to do when the alarm goes off. Did you know??? If your home doesn't have one, you can call the Bryson City Fire Department to get one!

Our little leaders love to help Mr. Ed!

Swain County Schools will operate on a regular schedule for Thursday October 3rd and Friday October 4th

FEMA can help with assistance after a disaster like Helene. This article has good useful info on contacting FEMA, how to file, website, phone number etc. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/state/north-carolina/article293256609.html#campaignName=raleigh_afternoon_newsletter&linkType=nmeintro

Swain County Schools will be offering Grab & Go lunches again today for students. Pick up will be at the Swain High School cafeteria!

For information on the status of utilities, debris sites, etc., we want to share the following resources. As communications are restored and more information becomes available, these sites will be continue to be updated. Drinking Water Systems: Public Water Supply Situation Report Tracking Debris Disposal Sites: Active Temporary Debris Disposal Sites NCDEQ Situation Report Tracking System NCDPS Hurricane Helene – Storm Information NCDPS County Emergency Management Agencies How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Hurricane Helene For information on any of the above go to the Department of Environmental Quality at https://www.deq.nc.gov/news/deq-dashboard

Walmart’s Hurricane Helene Information page, which provides up-to-date details on store and club closures. You’ll also find information on how we’re supporting local communities with essential supplies and relief efforts as these resources become available. Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation are committing an initial $6 million in support of hurricane relief efforts, including donations of food, water, essential supplies, and grants to organizations providing relief to these devastated areas. As part of this commitment, Walmart will match customer donations to the American Red Cross 1:1, up to $2.5 million, when they donate to support hurricane relief at the registers in stores and clubs and on Walmart.com from Oct. 1 – Oct. 13. We are committed to working together to ensure that those affected have the support they need. To stay informed, please use this link for real-time updates on our current relief activities. https://corporate.walmart.com/purpose/community/disaster-response/hurricane-helene

Grab and Go lunches will be available for Swain County Students from 12-2 today at Swain County High School

Due to continued connectivity issues, Swain County Schools will not be in session for students Tuesday or Wednesday. Tuesday will be an annual leave day for staff and Wednesday will be an optional teacher workday. We are working with our provider to reestabilsh communication as soon as possible.

Swain County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Monday, Sept. 30th. Additional information for the remainder of the week will be released as soon as possible. With current communication limitations, we ask that you share this message with others to ensure all are informed.

Important message about school for Thursday and Friday.