SWANSEA HIGH SCHOOL - 1ST QUARTER ACADEMIC HONORS & AWARDS CEREMONY
Swansea High School is excited to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of our students during our 1st Quarter Academic Honors & Awards Ceremony!
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: Lexington Four Performing Arts Center
Students selected for recognition will receive an invitation to the ceremony, and notification letters will be mailed home to parents/guardians with additional information regarding the event.
We look forward to celebrating our students for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence!
Congratulations to our outstanding Tigers!
#RiseUpHigher
#TigerPride
#AcademicExcellence
REMINDER: FAFSA NIGHT IS TODAY!
Swansea High School seniors and families are invited to join us TODAY, Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. for our FAFSA Night!
Location: SHS Media Center
Time: 4:30–6:30 p.m. (Drop-In)
Counselors and financial aid experts will be available to provide step-by-step assistance with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), answer questions, and help families explore financial aid opportunities for college, technical school, and career training.
Please review the attached flyer for a list of documents and information needed to complete the FAFSA.
We look forward to seeing our seniors and their families this evening!
REPORT CARDS GO HOME TODAY!
Tiger Families,
Please be on the lookout for your student’s report card, which will be sent home with students today.
We encourage parents and guardians to take a few moments to review grades with their student, celebrate successes, and discuss any areas where additional focus or support may be needed.
Let’s continue working together to help our Tigers finish strong!
After monitoring the weather forecast for Sunday, we have made the decision to cancel the 2026 Swansea Homecoming Parade due to the expected weather conditions.
We appreciate everyone who signed up and was planning to participate. Thank you for your time, support, and understanding as we put the safety of our participants and community first.
We hate that the weather isn't cooperating, but we appreciate everyone being willing to be a part of making Homecoming special.
Thank you all for your support! 💜💛
Attention Seniors!
SHS is hosting a FAFSA Drop-In on October 15th from 4:30-6:30 PM in the media center! If you are planning on continuing your education after high school this meeting is for you! Please take a look at the flyers for everything you and your parent/guardian will need.
Why should you complete the FAFSA?
Access Free Money
• Qualify for federal grants like the Pell Grant.
• Get financial aid you never have to repay.
• Unlock state grants and institutional scholarships.
Unlock Campus Jobs and Loans
• Access paid federal work-study part-time campus jobs.
• Qualify for low-interest federal student loans.
• Secure flexible repayment options if you borrow money.
💜💛 IT’S HOMECOMING TIME, TIGERS! 💛💜
Get ready to kick off Swansea High School Homecoming 2026 with one of our favorite traditions — the Homecoming Parade! 🎉🐯🥁
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 Parade Route: The parade will begin at Doug Bennett Stadium and end at Swansea High School.
Come out, line the parade route, show your Tiger Pride, and help us celebrate SHS as we officially begin an exciting week of Homecoming festivities! 💜💛
🌧️ INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE: In the event of inclement weather, notification regarding the cancellation of the Homecoming Parade will be shared on Friday, October 9th. Please monitor our school communication channels for updates.
🏈 HOMECOMING GAME
Swansea Tigers vs. Lower Richland Diamond Hornets
📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM
We can’t wait to see our students, families, alumni, and community come together to celebrate! Let’s show up, show out, and fill Swansea with PURPLE & GOLD! 💜💛
🏀 TIGER BASKETBALL TRYOUTS! 🐯💜💛
It’s almost time to hit the court! Swansea High School Young Men’s Basketball will hold tryouts for B-Team, JV, and Varsity.
📅 November 2nd–3rd
⏰ 4:00 PM–7:30 PM
📍 SHS Freshman Academy
Come ready to work hard, compete, and show what you can bring to the Tiger Basketball program! 🏀🔥
Let’s go, Tigers! 🐯💜💛
After-School Tutoring Begins This Week!
Swansea High School students, after-school tutoring begins Tuesday, October 6th! Students are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to receive additional academic support and strengthen their skills.
Tutoring will be held from 3:45–4:45 p.m. in Room 151:
Tuesday - Math
Wednesday - Science & Social Studies
Thursday - English (English tutoring will begin next week due to there being no school this Thursday).
Students must sign up using the Google Form located in Google Classroom to attend.
We look forward to seeing our Tigers take advantage of this opportunity to stay on track and finish strong!!!
Homecoming Dance 2026!
Tigers, get ready to close out Homecoming Week with the Swansea High School Homecoming Dance!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tickets: $7.00
Tickets are on sale now during lunch, so be sure to purchase yours and join us for an evening of music, fun, and Tiger Pride!
Please note: The Homecoming Dance is for Swansea High School students only.
We can’t wait to celebrate Homecoming 2026 with you!
Homecoming with a Purpose: Canned Food Drive!
Tiger Family, as we celebrate Homecoming Week, we’re also coming together to serve our community! Swansea High School will host a Homecoming Canned Food Drive October 13th – 15th.
Bring canned goods to support your favorite Homecoming contestant in our Canned Goods “People’s Choice” competition. Outside donations should be bagged and clearly labeled with the contestant’s name to ensure they receive credit.
The final can count will take place Thursday after school, and the winning contestants will be crowned Mr. and Miss “Stripes of Service.”
Let’s show what Tiger Pride looks like through service. Share what you can and help us make a difference!!
Show your Tiger Pride and support the fight!
Get your official Swansea Strong Pink Out shirt and join our Tiger family for the Pink Out football game on Friday, October 30, 2026. Every shirt purchase includes a free Breast Cancer Awareness bracelet.
Shirt prices:
• Youth sizes (YS–YL): $10
• Adult sizes (S–XL): $15
• Sizes 2X and up: $20
Order by Friday, October 9, 2026: https://forms.gle/6cf6bdmYTSrTFZzFA
Please provide a valid email address to receive your invoice and pay for your shirt.
Let’s turn Swansea PINK and show that Tigers are strong together!
#SwanseaStrong
#PinkOut
#TigerPride
#RiseUp
It’s almost Homecoming Week, Tiger Family!
Swansea High School is getting ready for a full week of Homecoming 2026 festivities, October 11th –17th, 2026! We’re excited to celebrate our school spirit, traditions, and Tiger Pride all week long.
Here’s what’s planned:
Sunday: Homecoming Parade
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Pink Out Day
Wednesday: Dynamic Duo Day
Thursday: 2016 Throwback Day
Friday: Purple & Gold Day
Saturday: Homecoming Dance
Tigers, start planning your outfits and get ready to show your school spirit! We can’t wait to see everyone participate as we celebrate another memorable Homecoming Week at Swansea High School!!
#SwanseaHighSchool
#TigerPride
#SHSHomecoming2026
#HomecomingWeek
🎓 REMINDER, CLASS OF 2027! 💜💛
Seniors, don’t forget! The deadline to order your Class of 2027 graduation gear and senior items is approaching!
📅 ORDER DEADLINE: Monday, September 14, 2026
Visit Rhodes Graduation (www.rhodesgraduation.com) to place your order before the deadline.
Senior year is here!! OWN THE MOMENT! 🎓🐯💜💛
#SwanseaHighSchool
#SHSTigers
#ClassOf2027 #SeniorYear
#OwnTheMoment
#RoadToGraduation
💍 JUNIOR CLASS RING REMINDER! 💜💛
It’s time to order your Official Class Ring or Class Jewelry and celebrate this special milestone!
📅 Group Order Deadline: Monday, September 14, 2026
🎉 SHS Class Ring Ceremony: Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Seniors who did not order a class ring last year are also welcome to place an order with this year’s Junior Class!
Orders can be placed online through Jostens (www.jostens.com).
Don’t miss the deadline! We look forward to celebrating our Tigers as they receive their class rings in December! 🐯💍
#SwanseaHighSchool
#SHSTigers
#SHSRingCeremony
#TigerPride
