It’s Love the Bus Month and this week we're celebrating School Bus Driver Appreciation Week!
Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and for always going above and beyond to ensure our students get to and from school safely. You are not just drivers — you are a vital part of our school community and district, and we are so lucky to have you. Your kindness, patience, and commitment make all the difference. We appreciate you more than words can express!
Be sure to show your bus drivers some love this week and thank them for their dedication to the safety of our students!
** Upcoming Kindergarten Orientations **
Happy School Counselor Week!
This week, we celebrate the heart and soul of our school community – our incredible School Counselors! They are always there to guide, support, and empower our students to reach their full potential. Whether it's offering advice, a listening ear, or helping navigate challenges, they truly make a difference every day.
Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and commitment to our students’ well-being and success!
The Macon County Board of Education will hold their Regular Scheduled Meeting on Monday, February 17, 2025 beginning at 6:00 pm at Franklin High School, located at 100 Panther Drive, Franklin, NC 28734
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month!
We’re proud to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our CTE department and the hard work, dedication, and passion of our students and educators. From hands-on learning to career-ready skills, CTE is shaping the future of our workforce.
This month, let's honor the impact of CTE and continue to support the growth of talented individuals who are ready to lead in various industries.
The Macon County Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 beginning at 8:30 am in the board room of the Macon County Schools Administrative Offices.
The Macon County Board of Education has approved the 2025-2026 school calendars. Please click the link below to access.
https://www.macon.k12.nc.us/documents/resources/calendars/344200
MCS January 27th, 2025 Board Meeting Live Stream
(Live stream begins at 6:00 pm.)
Click the link below to access the live stream.
https://vimeo.com/event/4876995
Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate on a regular schedule for tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025.
Due to frigid temperatures and extra time needed for buses to idle prior to running routes, Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate two-hour delay for tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025. Please stay warm and be safe!
Due to the forecasted single-digit temperatures, Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22nd. The extreme cold conditions will prevent buses from starting and additional idle time is necessary to ensure the fleet runs safely and effectively.
Important Weather Update for Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Due to the forecasted single-digit temperatures, Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21st. The extreme cold conditions will prevent buses from starting on time, and additional idle time is necessary to ensure the fleet runs safely and effectively.
Please plan accordingly and stay warm!
Reminder: The Macon County School System will be CLOSED this Monday, January 20th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Students and staff will return on Tuesday, January 21st.
Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate on a regular schedule for Friday, January 17, 2025 with no buses on icy roads.
Special Called Meeting Notification:
Macon County Schools-Franklin area will operate on a two hour delay on Thursday, January 16, 2025 with no buses on icy roads.
Due to continued icy conditions on many secondary roads and freezing temperatures expected again tonight and tomorrow morning, Macon County Schools-Franklin area will have a Remote Learning Day on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Due to continued icy conditions on secondary roads and freezing temperatures expected tonight and tomorrow morning, Macon County Schools-Franklin area will have a Remote Learning Day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
On Tuesday, January 7, PowerSchool alerted North Carolina public schools to a cybersecurity incident impacting student and teacher data across their global client base, including school systems in multiple states. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) notified us on January 11 that PowerSchool confirmed that the threat had been contained and that the compromised data was not shared and had been destroyed. For additional information concerning the breach and measures to protect against identity theft, please see the memorandum on our website via the link below.
https://5il.co/34ydn
January is School Board Appreciation Month!
We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, leadership, and hard work of our school board members. Their commitment to ensuring the success of our students and the strength of our community is invaluable. Thank you for all you do to support our schools, staff, students and families!
Your passion for education and relentless advocacy make a lasting impact every day. We appreciate you!
Macon County Board of Education: Jim Breedlove-Board Chair, Melissa Evans-Board Vice-Chair, Stephanie Laseter-Board Member, Hilary Wilkes-Board Member, Diedre Breeden-Board Member and Josh Lynch-Superintendent of Schools/Secretary to the Board of Education.
