Swansea High School

Join us for our School Improvement Council Meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2025 at 6:00PM in the SHS Media Center. We hope to see you there! Únase a nosotros para nuestra reunión del Consejo de Mejoramiento Escolar el martes 13 de enero de 2025 a las 6:00 p.m. en el Centro de Medios de SHS. ¡Esperamos verte allí!

Please take a look at this week's "Week At A Glance" to stay up to date on events at Swansea High School!!

Due to worsening conditions, we are dismissing 30 minutes earlier: Early Childhood Center - 10:30 AM Sandhills Primary/Elementary - 10:50 AM Frances Mack Intermediate - 11:50 AM Sandhills Middle School - 11:00 AM Swansea High Freshman Academy - 11:45 AM Swansea High - 12:00 PM

FAFSA Season is upon us!!!! The video linked below explains what FAFSA is, so if you are interested in attending a FAFSA Information Session and Workshop please come to either session that works best for you. Either the FAFSA Brunch on Monday, January 13th at 9:00AM or FAFSA Night on Thursday, January 16th at 6:00PM. Please also take a look carefully at everything you need to bring to the sessions, including social security numbers, Chromebooks, etc. Link for FAFSA Video: https://youtu.be/NmEP38x-1Z8?feature=shared

Lexington Four, in coordination with other Lexington County school districts, will transition to early dismissal for all schools, tomorrow, Friday, January 10, 2025. A significant chance of winter weather exists for tomorrow afternoon. To provide time for buses, students, and staff to safely complete their afternoon travel before the winter weather arrives, schools will follow the normal half-day schedule listed below. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Additionally, all afterschool activities, daycare, and athletics are canceled for tomorrow. Half-Day Schedule Early Childhood Center - 11:00 AM Sandhills Primary/Elementary - 11:20 AM Frances Mack Intermediate - 12:20 PM Sandhills Middle School - 11:30 AM Swansea High Freshman Academy - 12:15 AM Swansea High - 12:30 PM

WIDA Testing for English Language Learners will begin on Monday, February 3, 2025 through Friday, March 7, 2025. Parents and students will receive additional communication regarding specific test dates for students. Las pruebas de WIDA para estudiantes del idioma inglés comenzarán del lunes 3 de febrero de 2025 al viernes 7 de marzo de 2025. Los padres y los estudiantes recibirán comunicación adicional sobre las fechas específicas de los exámenes para los estudiantes.

Attention SHS Students! It's time to sign up for VirtualSC courses! Juniors & Seniors: Sign-Up begins January 8th Sophomores: Sign-Up begins January 15th Deadline to Request Courses: January 22nd Classes start on January 29th! Don’t miss your chance to explore new subjects and skills!!!

Welcome Back, Tigers!!! Get ready to dive back into learning and fun on Tuesday, January 7, 2025! School Hours: 8:35 AM - 3:35 PM Car Rider Drop-off starts at 7:50 AM See you all bright and early! 🌟

Please take a look at this week's "Week At A Glance" to stay up to date on events at Swansea High School!!

REMINDER!!! Swansea High School invites you to the annual Ring Ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Lexington Four Performing Arts Center. Join us as we celebrate this special milestone with our students!! Visit www.jostens.com for more information or questions regarding ring purchases. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please take a look at this week's "Week At A Glance" to stay up to date on events at Swansea High School!!

Swansea High School’s Holiday Spirit Week is here!!!! December 16th–20th, 2024 Show your holiday spirit each day with these fun themes: Monday: Baby, It’s Cold Outside – Wear your favorite scarf or cozy socks. Tuesday: You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch – Wear green to cheer up the Grinch. Wednesday: Walking in a Winter Wonderland – Wear blue and white. Thursday: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer – Wear red to shine bright like Rudolph. Friday: Festive Friday – Wear your favorite festive holiday sweater. Join the fun and make this week special!

We Still Believe in Fairy Tales!!👑✨ The Miss Swansean Pageant is coming up on March 1st at the Lexington 4 Performing Arts Center! Applications are now available for students in grades 9-12 in the SHS Front Office. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this magical event! 🌟

Reminder!! Join us for the 5th Annual Holiday Lights Drive today from 5:45PM to 7:00 PM at Swansea High School (enter through Parking Lot 2). Enjoy a festive evening of Christmas lights!!!! We can't wait to see you there!!!

Swansea High School Presents: Sleighing for the Holidays!!!🎄🎶 Get into the holiday spirit with an enchanting evening of music featuring our Concert Band, Chamber Ensembles, and more! Date: December 10, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: LEX4 Performing Arts Center Join us as we celebrate the season together! Don’t miss this festive event filled with joy and holiday cheer!!!

Swansea High School invites you to the annual Ring Ceremony on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Lexington Four Performing Arts Center. Join us as we celebrate this special milestone with our students!! Please note that all balances must be paid 24 hours prior to the event. Visit www.jostens.com for more information or questions regarding ring purchases. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please take a look at this week's "Week At A Glance" to stay up to date on events at Swansea High School!!

Join us for the 5th Annual Holiday Lights Drive on December 13th from 5:45 to 7:00 PM at Swansea High School (enter through Parking Lot 2). Enjoy a festive evening of Christmas lights! Admission is free, but donations are welcome and appreciated. Don’t forget to bring your letters for Santa! Sponsored by the SHS Student Council and supported by the Lex4 Family.

Virtual SC Exams are next Tuesday, December 10th and Wednesday, December 11th! Last names A-Joh will take their exams on Tuesday and last names Jon-Z will take their exams on Wednesday. Students will need to report to the Media Center (with their charged chromebook) by 8:45AM on their scheduled exam date.

Attention Parents/Guardians: The SC Department of Public Health (DPH) is partnering with Swansea High School to offer flu vaccines and nasal sprays to students. Clinic Date: December 18, 2024 Registration Deadline: December 8, 2024 There is no cost to you. To register, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the provided link below and use the validation code 13201034. https://apps.dhec.sc.gov/health/SCIAPPS/Public/SLVCValidate Let’s keep our students healthy this flu season! For more details, check the flyer or contact the school.