Dear TCS families,
Transylvania County Schools will have Virtual Learning Days on Monday, January 26 and Tuesday January 27 for all students. Students will learn from home both days. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of staff, parents and students.
The National Weather Service is now showing the possibility of ice accumulation and power outages starting this weekend across Transylvania County. Our area is under an Ice Storm Warning beginning on Saturday.
We will continue to monitor the forecast throughout the next few days, and will immediately let families know if there are any more changes to school operations. You can also follow our website and social media pages for updates.
Reminder: If students lose power on virtual days, they are given five extra days to complete their assignments once in-person school resumes.
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We want to make sure everyone in our school community is ready. Please take these steps now, if possible:
Prepare your devices – Charge your phones, tablets, laptops, and portable chargers.
Monitor reliable sources – Stay updated through local news, the National Weather Service, and Transylvania County emergency management and county social media pages. We'll share school-related decisions and updates on our website, through our phone alert system and on social media.
Gather emergency supplies – Make sure you have flashlights, batteries, and blankets on hand. Stock up on non-perishable food, water, medications, and pet supplies.
Stay safe – If ice develops, roads can become dangerous quickly. Please stay home and avoid travel if roads are slick.
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Tips from emergency management experts:
Please make sure you have plenty of food, water and supplies ready, including a way to stay warm if there is no electricity. Remember that you cannot use grills or propane heaters indoors because they produce a toxic gas that can be deadly.
It is best to only try to heat one room of the home, according to experts, who recommend putting blankets or towels over the windows to trap the heat inside, and having plenty of blankets or sleeping bags to keep warm.
Water pipes can also freeze and burst in these expected frigid temperatures. Try to maintain indoor heat (above 55°F), let cold water drip from faucets, open cabinet doors for warm air circulation, insulate exposed pipes, and seal air leaks in walls, especially near pipes entering the house. For outdoor pipes, disconnect hoses, shut off water, and cover faucets.
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The Sharing House provided information about the following winter storm resources:
- The City of Brevard, North Carolina released a statement that a warming station at the Brevard Fire Dept will be open to the public from Saturday, 1/24 to Tuesday, 1/26 from 9am to 7pm.
- Cove Shelter provides emergency shelter and supportive services for the unhoused and high risk individuals. They will be open through the storm.
- The Haven of Transylvania County has their shelter prepared and staff will shelter in place through the storm.
"Sharing House is open regular hours today, 1/23 for normal hours: 9-12pm and 1-4pm for all services. Stay safe, be prepared, and utilize our community resources if you need."
Thank you for helping to keep our community safe.
- The City of Brevard, North Carolina released a statement that a warming station at the Brevard Fire Dept will be open to the public from Saturday, 1/24 to Tuesday, 1/26 from 9am to 7pm.
- Cove Shelter provides emergency shelter and supportive services for the unhoused and high risk individuals. They will be open through the storm.
- The Haven of Transylvania County has their shelter prepared and staff will shelter in place through the storm.
"Sharing House is open regular hours today, 1/23 for normal hours: 9-12pm and 1-4pm for all services. Stay safe, be prepared, and utilize our community resources if you need."
Casa Compartida proporcionó información sobre los siguientes recursos para la tormenta invernal:
La Ciudad de Brevard, Carolina del Norte emitió un comunicado informando que una estación de calefacción en el Departamento de Bomberos de Brevard estará abierta al público desde el sábado 24/1 hasta el martes 26/1 de 9am a 7pm.
Cove Shelter proporciona refugio de emergencia y servicios de apoyo para personas sin hogar e individuos de alto riesgo. Permanecerán abiertos durante la tormenta.
The Haven del Condado de Transylvania tiene su refugio preparado y el personal permanecerá resguardado en el lugar durante la tormenta.
Sharing House está abierta hoy 23/1 en horario regular para todas los servicios: 9am-12pm y 1pm-4pm. Manténganse a salvo, estén preparados y utilicen los recursos de nuestra comunidad si los necesitan.
The recognition followed National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Jan. 9. TCS is grateful for our strong partnerships with the Transylvania County Sheriff's Department, the Brevard Police Department, the NC Highway Patrol and our SROs.
School Resource Officer Appreciation Day is coming up on February 15!
Reminder | Low temperatures are expected to last through next week, and we are asking that students stay indoors while waiting for the bus each morning. Bus drivers will sound the horn when arriving, and will give students extra time to leave their home and board the bus. Stay safe and warm. Thank you.
Mission | We are dedicated to academic excellence by fostering a safe, supportive, and innovative learning environment. Read more about the Transylvania County Schools Strategic Plan here: https://www.tcsnc.org/page/strategic-planning
Our district was the only one from North Carolina represented at the summit. This invitation reflects the strong reputation of our School Nutrition Department and the impactful work being done each day to ensure students have access to nutritious, high-quality meals. It was an honor to showcase our efforts and commitment to serving students and families.
Tuesday night, the 6th and 7th graders acted out their monologues and scenes in "Curtain Call." On Wednesday night, the 8th grade Advanced Theater class performed two one-act plays at "One-Act Attack." Both nights were at Brevard High School Auditorium.
Productions like these help students build confidence, practice public speaking, learn to work with scripts and collaborate as a team. All the students worked really hard and it showed. Great job!
#Buildingastrongertomorrow
Read more about the Strategic Plan on our website!
Teachers at T.C. Henderson School of Science and Technology joined Superintendent Dr. Lisa Fletcher on Monday for "Scoop with the Supe" - teacher edition!
The team shared what they love most about T.C. Henderson and the incredible things happening in their classrooms every day. They also brought forward great ideas to make things even better.
Thank you to these dedicated educators for their commitment to excellence, and for everything they do to help each student succeed.
The meeting will be held on Tuesday this month pursuant to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, which is observed on Monday, January 19.
This meeting is open to the public. It will be held in the Boardroom at the Morris Education Center located at 225 Rosenwald Lane in Brevard. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Additionally, the meeting will be live-streamed on Youtube.
Mark your calendar for the Kindergarten Readiness Rally on March 26!
Dear Transylvania County Schools community,
Brevard High School Principal, David “Mick” Galloway has decided to announce his retirement from Transylvania County Schools, effective February 28, 2026.
Principal Galloway has spent the last 31 years serving Transylvania County Schools, and we are so grateful for all of his amazing work during this time. His positive impact on our community, our students and staff has been tremendous. This impact will continue to benefit our schools for years to come as he pursues his next chapter. We are wishing him the very best as he takes his next steps.
The following is a message from Principal Galloway:
“I am beyond blessed to have spent the last 31 years serving Transylvania County Schools as a teacher, coach, athletic director, assistant principal, and principal. What began as a career quickly became a calling, and I am deeply grateful for the journey.
The relationships built with students, staff, families, and community members are what I will cherish most. Being able to work in the same school system I grew up in, while also raising my own family here, has been an incredible gift to me and my family. This community shaped me, supported me, and allowed me to give back to a system that has shaped my life from the time I entered the doors of Rosman Elementary as a kindergartner in 1977.
I owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to the colleagues who became lifelong friends, the mentors who guided me, and the students who inspired me daily. In every role I was fortunate enough to serve reinforced my belief in the power of public education and the strength of Transylvania County Schools.
As I close this chapter, I do so with a full heart and lasting appreciation. Thank you for the trust, the support, and the opportunity to serve such a remarkable school system. Transylvania County Schools will always be a part of who I am.
Go Big Blue!!”
Dear Transylvania County Schools families,
Due to low temperatures expected on the morning of Monday, December 15, we are asking that students remain indoors while waiting for the bus. Bus drivers will sound the horn when arriving, and will give students extra time to leave their home and board the bus. Stay safe and warm. Thank you.
We are just days away from the NCHSAA 4A State Championship Game! We are incredibly proud of BHS Football for making history!
To ensure a smooth and successful experience for the team and our travel party, please carefully review the following link, which contains essential logistics and stadium policies for this Saturday’s game at Lenoir-Rhyne University:
Required Game Day Information
We strongly urge every parent, family member, and fan to review this guide before departing for Hickory. The stadium has strict NCHSAA guidelines regarding parking, tickets, and entry.
🔗 ACCESS THE FULL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PARENT & FAN GUIDE HERE: https://view.gogipper.com/page/3684807
The guide includes crucial details on:
Tickets & Passes: Price ($20) and acceptance rules (Only NCHSAA State Passes accepted).
Parking: Specific lots for fan parking and associated costs.
Stadium Entry Guidelines: Information on prohibited items and clear bag policies.
Post-Game Meet-Up: Where to meet your son after the game is concluded.
Knowing these guidelines will significantly help reduce congestion and stress on game day.
Team Send-Off
Please remember to cheer the team on during their Send-Off Procession this Friday!
Send-Off Time (Approximate): 1:45 PM from the High School.
Route: The buses will travel through downtown Brevard and past several elementary and middle schools before departing for Hickory.
Thank you for your incredible support all season long. We look forward to celebrating this historic moment with you!
Go Blue Devils! 💙😈
Dear Transylvania County Schools families and staff, as we remain on a 2-hour delay, please note the following road closures:
East Fork Road
Dolly Masters Road
Gladys Fork Road
Jeter Mountain Road
Hannah Ford Road
Check here for updates: https://www.tcsnc.org/page/roads-closed-due-to-weather
Estimadas familias y personal de las Escuelas del Condado de Transylvania: debido a la posibilidad de hielo, junto con las bajas temperaturas continuas durante la noche, las Escuelas del Condado de Transylvania operarán con un retraso de 2 horas el martes 9 de diciembre. Esta decisión se tomó por precaución. ¡Gracias por su comprensión; manténganse seguros y abrigados!
Dear Transylvania County Schools parents and staff, schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay on Monday, December 8 due to inclement weather, and dangerous road conditions in parts of the county. Please continue to look out for updates and stay safe. Thank you.
