What an incredible day for a groundbreaking ceremony at Highlands School! This is a huge step toward creating an even better learning environment for our students. Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported this amazing milestone! Here’s to a bright future ahead! GO HIGHLANDERS!
A very special THANK YOU to George Young and Backlot Cinemas for the video from our FHS Groundbreaking Ceremony. Click the link below to view! We hope you enjoy!
https://f.io/oy069KzV
Disaster SNAP, a food support program administered by NCDHHS, is one of the relief programs available to counties affected by Hurricane Helene. Disaster SNAP will bring up to $120 million in short-term food benefits to households across Western NC, but we need help to get the message out to families and help them enroll. Applications are only open for 7 days, from Friday Oct.18 through Thursday Oct. 24! Please help us reach families in your school communities this week.
A few high-level notes on Disaster SNAP
(1) Families will get funds on an EBT debit card that can be used to buy groceries and hot food
(2) The program income limits account for disaster-related expenses and losses in income/wages, meaning that families who may not have been eligible for SNAP prior to the hurricane could still be eligible for Disaster SNAP.
(3) Income limits and benefit award is based on household size; a family of 5 may be eligible to receive up to $1,158.
(4) ALL families can apply for Disaster SNAP. Immigrant and undocumented families can also apply and foreign passports are an accepted form of ID.
(5) Families who are already enrolled in SNAP benefits through NC Food and Nutrition Services do NOT have to apply for Disaster SNAP.
Bus Drivers Needed!
FHS Groundbreaking Ceremony-October 18, 2024
Today, we witnessed something truly extraordinary as the Franklin High School Groundbreaking Ceremony unfolded! This milestone not only marks a significant chapter in our history but also paves the way for a brighter future. Thank you to everyone that made today possible! (additional pictures forthcoming)
Today, individuals from Macon County attended a training in Troy, NC. This training was sponsored by the I LOVE YOU GUYS Foundation. Todays training provided a general guide from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction on Incorporating and Operating The Standard Response Protocol and The Standard Reunification Method within a School Safety Plan. The I LOVE YOU GUYS Foundation can be reached at iloveuguys.org
Pictured L to R: Todd Gibbs- MCS , Kevin Breedlove-Highlands PD, Matt Bowman-MCSO, Robbie Holland-NCDPI, Brooke Keener-MCS, Sarah Holbrooks-MCS, Brent Holbrooks-Macon County Sheriff
Just a reminder, this Friday, October 18th is a teacher workday for Franklin, Highlands & Nantahala. Student will return on Monday, October 21st.
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.