The next meeting of the Joint Liaison Committee- (Macon County Board of Education and Macon County Board of County Commissioners) will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026 beginning at 2:00 p.m.in the board room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices.
Discussion will include ongoing projects throughout the Macon County School System, potential projects throughout the Macon County School System and other business as necessary.
Discussion will include ongoing projects throughout the Macon County School System, potential projects throughout the Macon County School System and other business as necessary.
The Macon County Board of Education will hold a special called meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2026 beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices.
The purpose of this meeting is to prioritize capital outlay items. Other business as needed may also be conducted.
The purpose of this meeting is to prioritize capital outlay items. Other business as needed may also be conducted.

The Macon County Board of Education will hold their Regular Scheduled Meeting on Monday, October 19, 2026 beginning at 6:00 pm at Southwestern Community College-Franklin Campus located at 44 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC.
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us

It Custodial Appreciation-October 2-6 and we are celebrating our custodial team!
Today and every day, we recognize the dedicated custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming. Your hard work and care help create spaces where students can learn and staff can do their best each day.
To every member of our custodial team: we see your hard work, appreciate your dedication, and thank you for all you do. You are an essential part of our school community!!
Today and every day, we recognize the dedicated custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming. Your hard work and care help create spaces where students can learn and staff can do their best each day.
To every member of our custodial team: we see your hard work, appreciate your dedication, and thank you for all you do. You are an essential part of our school community!!
October is National Principals Month!
Join us in celebrating our principals for their leadership, dedication, and care for our school communities. From supporting teachers and staff to encouraging students to reach their goals, our principals help make our schools places where students can learn, grow, and succeed.
Thank you, principals, for the difference you make every day!
Join us in celebrating our principals for their leadership, dedication, and care for our school communities. From supporting teachers and staff to encouraging students to reach their goals, our principals help make our schools places where students can learn, grow, and succeed.
Thank you, principals, for the difference you make every day!
MCS September 28th, 2026 Board Meeting Live Stream
live stream begins at 6:00 pm.
Click the link below to access the live stream.
https://vimeo.com/event/6227115
live stream begins at 6:00 pm.
Click the link below to access the live stream.
https://vimeo.com/event/6227115
The next meeting of the Joint Liaison Committee will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the board room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices.

Macon County Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day.
We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend!
Students and staff will return on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
We look forward to seeing everyone back and ready for a great week!
We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend!
Students and staff will return on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
We look forward to seeing everyone back and ready for a great week!

The Macon County Board of Education will hold their Regular Scheduled Meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026 beginning at 6:00 pm at Iotla Valley Elementary School located at 1166 Iotla Church Road, Franklin, NC.
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us

Happy First Day of School!
Today marks the beginning of a brand-new school year, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back!
We wish each of you a year filled with learning, laughter, growth, new friendships, and unforgettable moments. We are grateful for the incredible educators, staff members, families, and community who work together each day to make our schools such special places.
To our students.....dream big, work hard, be kind, and make this year your best one yet!
Today marks the beginning of a brand-new school year, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our students, staff, and families back!
We wish each of you a year filled with learning, laughter, growth, new friendships, and unforgettable moments. We are grateful for the incredible educators, staff members, families, and community who work together each day to make our schools such special places.
To our students.....dream big, work hard, be kind, and make this year your best one yet!

WELCOME BACK STUDENTS!
The countdown is almost over—Monday, August 24th is the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
We are so excited to welcome our students back and kick off an amazing new school year!
Our classrooms are ready, our teachers and staff are excited, and we can’t wait to see our schools filled with smiling faces, new friendships, big dreams, and lots of learning! Whether you’re starting your very first day or returning for another great year, this is YOUR year to learn, grow, explore, and shine!
Get those backpacks ready, set those alarms, and bring your best smile! We can’t wait to see you Monday!
The countdown is almost over—Monday, August 24th is the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
We are so excited to welcome our students back and kick off an amazing new school year!
Our classrooms are ready, our teachers and staff are excited, and we can’t wait to see our schools filled with smiling faces, new friendships, big dreams, and lots of learning! Whether you’re starting your very first day or returning for another great year, this is YOUR year to learn, grow, explore, and shine!
Get those backpacks ready, set those alarms, and bring your best smile! We can’t wait to see you Monday!

Congratulations to our District Teacher of the Year Ms. Meg Mileti, District Principal of the Year Ms. Crystal Parker, and District Support Person of the Year Mr. Mike Arvey! This recognition is a wonderful reflection of your dedication, leadership, and commitment to the students, families, and staff you serve each day.
We also want to congratulate all of our Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year honorees at the school level. Being selected by your school is an incredible honor and speaks to the positive impact you have on those around you. Each of you represent our district so well. Your hard work, professionalism, and dedication help make our schools special places for students to learn and grow. We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for all that you do!
Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
We also want to congratulate all of our Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year honorees at the school level. Being selected by your school is an incredible honor and speaks to the positive impact you have on those around you. Each of you represent our district so well. Your hard work, professionalism, and dedication help make our schools special places for students to learn and grow. We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for all that you do!
Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

MCS August 17th, 2026 Board Meeting Live Stream
(Live stream begins at 6:00pm)
Click the link below to access the live stream:
https://vimeo.com/event/6124129
The next meeting of the Macon County Board of Education will be held on Monday, August 17, 2026 beginning at 6:00 pm in the board room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices, located at 1202 Old Murphy Road, Franklin.

New Hire Orientation is officially underway!
Our Human Resource Department got to kick things off with Superintendent Josh Lynch before welcoming our newest Macon County Schools family members. It’s always exciting to see so many new faces ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.
HR survived the first round of questions, the coffee is doing its job, and the excitement is definitely in the air! Here’s to an amazing school year filled with learning, laughter, and maybe just a little bit of organized HR chaos.
Welcome to the Macon County Schools family! We’re so glad you’re here!
Our Human Resource Department got to kick things off with Superintendent Josh Lynch before welcoming our newest Macon County Schools family members. It’s always exciting to see so many new faces ready to make a difference in the lives of our students.
HR survived the first round of questions, the coffee is doing its job, and the excitement is definitely in the air! Here’s to an amazing school year filled with learning, laughter, and maybe just a little bit of organized HR chaos.
Welcome to the Macon County Schools family! We’re so glad you’re here!

2026-2027 Open House/Orientation Info:

CONGRATULATIONS ALL!
You each represent your school and our district well! We are thankful for you today and every day!
You each represent your school and our district well! We are thankful for you today and every day!

MCS June 30th, 2026 Board Meeting Live Stream
Live stream begins act 6:00 PM
Click the link below to access the live stream:
https://vimeo.com/event/6027667
Live stream begins act 6:00 PM
Click the link below to access the live stream:
https://vimeo.com/event/6027667
Check out the May 2026 FHS Construction Update Video. So exciting!
https://vimeo.com/1199389485?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
https://vimeo.com/1199389485?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
The Macon County Board of Education will hold their regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 beginning at 6:00 pm at in the board room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices located at 1202 Old Murphy Road, Franklin, NC.
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us

