We hope you can join us for the Highlands Groundbreaking Ceremony- Wednesday, October 23, 2024 beginning at 9:30 am at Highlands School.
We are so excited for this opportunity to celebrate with our wonderful community members and business organizations that have supported this journey.
The Macon County Board of Education will hold their Regular Scheduled Meeting on Monday, November 4, 2024 beginning at 6:00 pm at Bartram Academy, located at 158 Union School Road, Franklin, NC 28734
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
Notice:
Special Called Meeting/Budget Work Session, Friday, October 18 @ Noon.
MCS October 14th, 2024 Board Meeting Live Stream
(live stream begins at 6:00 pm)
Click the link below to access the live stream:
https://vimeo.com/event/4654275
Early Release for Students - Wednesday, October 30- 11:30 Dismissal
If you are in need of afterschool care for our early dismissal day of Wednesday, October 30, check out these programs. Registration is required.
Macon County Schools will hold a mandatory staff development session on Wednesday, October 30th. With that being said, the Macon County School System will have an early release for students on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Franklin area students will be dismissed at 11:30 am. If childcare is needed, there will be several childcare options offered throughout the county. Please visit our website for details.
Here is a resource for students and families dealing with feelings in the aftermath of a major storm .
https://teachingstrategies.com/readyrosie-storm-en/?sbrc=1ofgXdO7_Vqga8jy9C5FjMA%3D%3D%24m9cDzFTq76eVt9_ruKuT7g%3D%3D
On behalf of the Macon County School System and the Macon County Board of Education, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Carroll Daniel Construction for the generous donation of supplies for our students and their families! Your support has made a significant impact on our community. We truly appreciate your commitment to supporting our students. THANK YOU!
THANK YOU!
Happy National Principal Month!
A very special thank you to all Macon County Schools Principals for your unwavering dedication, leadership, and support. Your commitment to our education and well-being makes a lasting impact. We appreciate all the hard work you put in every day to create a positive and inspiring school environment. Your guidance truly helps us reach our ultimate potential!
We are beyond thankful for each of you!
The Macon County Board of Education will hold their Regular Scheduled Meeting on Monday, October 14, 2024 beginning at 6:00 pm at South Macon Elementary School, located at 855 Addington Bridge Road, Franklin, NC 28734.
The meeting will be live-streamed and can be accessed by visiting www.macon.k12.nc.us
Electrical and communication services have improved throughout Macon County. Supplies and shipments are arriving into our area including routine fuel shipments. Therefore, in the best interest of our students, Macon County Schools- Franklin, Highlands, and Nantahala will operate on a regular schedule beginning tomorrow, Thursday, October 3, 2024. Afterschool Edventure will also begin services for students on Thursday, October 3. The Macon County School System has worked diligently with the Macon County Emergency Management staff to make this decision. As we navigate returning to school, accommodations and provisions will be made as needed to best support and serve our students and families now and in the days ahead.
Macon County Schools-Franklin, Highlands & Nantahala will be closed for students on Tuesday, October 1 and Wednesday, October 2. Both days will be optional workdays for faculty & staff. Meal pickup for students will be available on Wednesday, October 2 from 11:00-12:00 at East Franklin Elementary School, Iotla Valley Elementary School, Cartoogechaye Elementary School and South Macon Elementary School.
The Macon County School System, in collaboration with the Macon County Emergency Management staff, will continue to provide school system updates as they become available.
Due to the impacts of the hurricane in our area, Macon County Schools - Franklin, Highlands & Nantahala- will be closed for students tomorrow, Monday, September 30. This will be an optional teacher workday. Please stay safe and take care of each other. Updates will follow as needed.
Macon County Schools is proud to announce the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Franklin High School, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for our community’s students.
The new Franklin High School will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide a modern and engaging learning environment. The school will feature advanced classrooms aimed at fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and enriching opportunities for our students.
“This new high school represents a tremendous leap forward for our community,” said Josh Lynch, Macon County Schools Superintendent. “We are thrilled to break ground on a project that will provide our students with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in an ever-evolving world.”
Community members, local leaders, faculty, staff and students are all invited to join us for this momentous occasion as we celebrate the beginning of a new chapter in education for our town. The ceremony will include remarks from key stakeholders, a symbolic groundbreaking event, and an opportunity for attendees to learn more about the project and its impact. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Renee Burt 828-524-3314 ext. 1020 or renee.burt@macon.k12.nc.us no later than October 9, 2024.
Macon County Schools- Franklin area- will have a remote learning day on Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27, due to forecasted flash flooding and inclement weather approaching western NC. Please know that student and staff safety is our top priority and our decision to move to remote learning was made in collaboration with the Macon County Emergency Management Staff.
Macon County Schools Pre-K Update:
The Macon County School System has an opening for a 4-year old at South Macon Elementary School. Private pay as well as subsidy pay will be accepted. For more information or to apply, please contact Valerie Norton at 828-524-3314 ext. 1041 or valerie.norton@macon.k12.nc.us
On Wednesday, September 18, Macon County students attended Noon Rotary. During this time, students were able to share about their experiences with Southwestern Community College Public Safety pathway and the new Firefighter Academy. In addition, Hunter Jamison, a former Franklin High School graduate and current employee of the Macon County Sheriff's Office, was able to share his experience as he is a product of the Public Safety pathway. A very special shout out to Larry Pickens for his dedication to this program and these students! Students pictured: Leighton Benedict-FHS, Tiana Gregory-FHS, David Rogers-FHS, Maveric Waldroop-FHS, Gavin Small-Highlands School and Hunter Jamison-Macon County Sheriff's Offfice.
The Macon County Sheriff’s Office has just released the following statement:
MACON COUNTY- NC SHERIFF’S OFFICE
On Monday September 9, Nantahala School administration received information that a student made a threat of violence against the school. The student in question was interviewed and charged with the following:
⁃ 1 felony count of Communicating A Threat of Mass Violence on Educational Property
No further information will be released on the student as they are a juvenile. Nantahala School is NOT considered to be under any type of threat at this time.
We want to urge parents to speak with their children about how their words matter. In this day and age, we have zero tolerance for any comments made that put any Macon County school’s safety into question.
Macon County Sheriff’s Office and Macon County Schools’ top priority is the safety of our children and we will continue to thoroughly investigate any potential threats to school safety. Those who are found to have communicated threats regarding school safety will be charged accordingly.
The Macon County School System would like to add the following:
MACON COUNTY SCHOOLS
We are thankful for the partnership between our schools, the Macon County Sheriff's Office, and our students and staff who were involved in reporting this incident. Let this serve as a reminder that any and all threats are taken very seriously! If you see or hear something, report it!
A message from Macon County Schools Superintendent Josh Lynch:
Macon County School Family,
The act of violence against Apalachee High School in Winder, GA, has shaken all of us. As a former teacher and principal, as well as a parent of students in our school system, a tragedy such as this reminds me that our children and our educators are precious gifts. As superintendent of schools, I am reminded of the importance of keeping our schools safe.
We will use this tragedy as an opportunity to work with our school administrative teams to revisit processes and procedures surrounding vigilance and access to our school buildings and grounds. We will also communicate with the Macon County Sheriff’s Office, Highlands Police Department, Franklin Police Department and the NC Highway Patrol who regularly visit our schools and campuses.
All of us play a part in taking care of our children and helping them feel safe. Remind yourself, your students, and your family that if and when something doesn't “feel right” or something seems suspicious, to report it immediately to a school official or to a member of law enforcement. Parents, please revisit the severity and consequences of pranks against school safety with your children.
Throughout the week, our focus will be to support students and staff. Our school counselors, social workers, and psychologists are available to assist those who may need support or have questions following such an event. Please monitor your child’s mood and behavior and reach out to a professional if you need help.
Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation. We must continue working together so that our students feel the care and concern we have for them, and they recognize the importance placed on their health, well-being, and safety.
Please join me in keeping the Winder community in your thoughts and prayers.
Josh Lynch
Superintendent