Swartz Creek High School

Back-to-School Information and Helpful Tips for Families Swartz Creek Community Schools will welcome students back for the 2025–2026 school year on Wednesday, August 20. Please note that the first day will be a half-day PM for all students. See dismissal times by building listed below. To help families prepare for a smooth start to the school year, here are a few helpful tips: 1. Ease Into a Routine: Start adjusting your child’s bedtime and wake-up time now. Getting into a consistent routine before school begins helps students feel more rested and ready to learn. 2. Practice Lunch Skills: If your student is in the younger grades, take time to practice opening lunch items such as snack bags, containers, and juice boxes. This helps build independence and confidence during lunch time. 3. Organize Supplies: General supply lists can be found on our district website. Teachers will also communicate classroom-specific needs. Having a few basic items packed and ready in your child’s backpack is a great starting point. 4. Talk About the School Day: Discussing what to expect on a typical school day can ease first-day jitters and help your child feel more confident heading into the new year. 5. Label All Belongings: Make sure your child’s backpack, lunchbox, water bottle, and outerwear are clearly labeled. This increases the chances of lost items making their way back home. Early 5s and Kindergarten Families: You will receive information in the mail regarding a one-hour welcome meeting on the first day of school. Parents attend this session with their child to help support a confident and positive transition into school. ⸻ Open House Dates: Monday, August 19 Grades K–5: • Syring Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Morrish Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM • Dieck Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Elms Elementary: 6:30–7:30 PM • Gaines Elementary: 6:00–7:00 PM Middle School (SCMS): • 4:00–6:00 PM “Welcome Back” event High School (SCHS): • Monday, August 26: 6:00–7:00 PM ⸻ First Day of School: Wednesday, August 20 (Half-Day PM) Dismissal Times: • Swartz Creek High School: 11:16 AM – 2:20 PM • SCVLC: 11:26 AM – 2:25 PM • Swartz Creek Middle School: 11:26 AM – 2:30 PM • Dieck, Elms & Gaines: 12:30 PM – 3:25 PM • Morrish & Syring: 12:50 PM – 3:45 PM ⸻ Please note: Building office staff will return to work the week of August 12, and principals will be sending emails with important school-specific details to help families feel fully prepared for the first day. We look forward to an amazing school year ahead. Welcome back, Dragons!

📢 Summer Updates 📢 SUMMER SCHOOL Summer School will run July 7–31, primarily online, with a few required in-person days. 📝 Full info here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kNIsgW4lnvG6odpiUCbrIeSJZDupsXTdNEsPfbni1uU/edit?usp=drivesdk 📌 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7MB-GrvoP8GOlzx4lUy82Ygf-vbGq_fHJQj3Jaoh_j--qhg/viewform FALL SCHEDULE PICK-UP (at the High School) 🔹 Grades 10–12: Thursday, Aug. 14, 11 AM – 4 PM 🔹 Grade 9: Thursday, Aug. 14, 5 PM – 8 PM Can’t make it? Schedules will be available on PowerSchool after Aug. 14. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out: • Behavioral Health Urgent Care Genesee Health System 422 W. 4th Ave., Flint | 810-496-5500 Walk-in: M–F 8 AM–10:30 PM | Sat/Sun 10 AM–5 PM Phone support available 24/7 • National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call or text 988 • Crisis Textline: Text HOME to 741741 Wishing all of our Dragons a safe, fun, and restorative summer!

Hello Parents, This is a reminder that girls summer basketball practices, camps and league games have begun. Practice at high school, Monday and Tuesday 2-3:30, Wednesday and Thursday 10-11:30 next week. Pass it along to incoming 9th graders! Go Lady Dragons!!🏀 Join our band group for up to date information: https://band.us/n/a7a4A1A0oapam

Please be sure to check out our last Family Newsletter of the 2024-2025 school year. Enjoy your summer Swartz Creek Dragons https://5il.co/3iop8

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🌟 Connections to Wellness in the Creek – FREE Event! 🌟 Join us for a FREE community event focused on health and wellness! 📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025 🕙 10 AM - 1 PM 📍 Swartz Creek Middle School, 8230 Crapo St., Swartz Creek What to Expect: ✅ Prizes & Drawings – including a $500 Meijer gift card! ✅ Mobile Food Pantry ✅ Free Brunch Provided by The Pig and The Hen ✅ Health & Wellness Resources Sponsored By: • Platinum: Genesee Health System, Meijer • Gold: FPCU, PFCU, Dragons Youth Football • Silver: Calvary Christian Church, Center for Emotional Wellness, iWellness Services, Sloan Museum, Sovita Credit Union • Bronze: Genesee Conservation Services, Huntington Bank, Recovery Pathways Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with local resources and enjoy a fun-filled day with your family! See you there!

Please be sure to check out the March 11 Family Newsletter for up-to-date happenings at Swartz Creek High School https://5il.co/39xw7

Attention Class of 2025 #SeniorMemories

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Please be sure to check out the Parent Newsletter for up-to-date happenings at Swartz Creek High School https://5il.co/36hst

Please be sure to check out the Parent Newsletter for up-to-date happenings at Swartz Creek High School https://5il.co/357uu

Please be sure to check out the last Family Newsletter of 2024 for the up-to-date happenings at SCHS Happy Holidays to all of our Swartz Creek families!! https://5il.co/33g50

SCHS Student Council is hosting a Holiday Celebration. We welcome our Dragons families to come out and enjoy this event.

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Senior Parents, Please save the date for Financial Aid Night on Monday, December 16th, at 5 pm. Bring your senior student and learn about college financial aid options, processes for applying, and the FAFSA. This meeting will be held in the high school cafeteria. The FAFSA for 2025 grads is now open! You can complete the FAFSA at fafsa.gov!