Transylvania County Schools
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Attention, incoming Blue Devils! Brevard High School's Freshman Orientation is just around the corner, and it's the perfect way for the Class of 2030 to kick off their high school journey.
On Thursday, August 20, from 10:30am to 3:00pm, incoming freshmen can pick up their Chromebook, get their schedule early, meet their teachers, learn the ropes from upperclassmen, and connect with classmates through games and activities.
After orientation, stick around for the BHS Back to School Bash from 3-6pm!
To register, visit bit.ly/bhsdevils30 or scan the QR code on the flyer. Questions? Call 828-884-4103.
On Thursday, August 20, from 10:30am to 3:00pm, incoming freshmen can pick up their Chromebook, get their schedule early, meet their teachers, learn the ropes from upperclassmen, and connect with classmates through games and activities.
After orientation, stick around for the BHS Back to School Bash from 3-6pm!
To register, visit bit.ly/bhsdevils30 or scan the QR code on the flyer. Questions? Call 828-884-4103.
As Transylvania County Schools graduates crossed the Brevard Music Center stage during the 2026 commencement ceremonies for RHS. BHS and DRS, our community looked on with pride. But, what many did not see, was the rows and rows of teachers and staff who came to support these awesome graduates. They come every year, to every graduation. Why? Because they care. They are invested in each student's success. If you were able to get close to those teachers on graduation day, you'd see these educators beaming with pride, a tear in the eye for some, as they watched their students cross the stage. They built solid relationships and challenged every student. They watched these scholars work hard...and fail... and try again... and win...and change and grow over the years. These teachers, on graduation day AND throughout each students' education experience, were THERE.
Hi Transylvania County families! Deciding it's time to enroll your child in kindergarten is a major milestone for parents and young learners. If it's time to enroll your child in kindergarten, educators and other caring, highly-qualified staff members at Transylvania County Schools are excited to partner with you in your child's education! Please mark your calendar for these kindergarten Jump Start dates and, if you have questions, don't be afraid to reach out to your child's future school!
VIDEO HERE | As summer heats up, so does summer bond project work across our school campuses! As we look at the work happening now, we also wanted to pause and reflect on some of the major county-funded school projects and upgrades completed during the 2025–2026 school year.
These upgrades were only possible because of you, the Transylvania County community. While there is more work in progress, these accomplishments are a reminder of how much our neighbors support and value our students, teachers, and local public education.
Take a look at just some of the amazing things we accomplished and completed together last year. 🎬
#buildingastrongertomorrowtoday #FutureReady
School administrators participated in a professional development session today focused around the newly released instructional framework, Ascend.
The framework, presented to the TCS Board of Education in May, provides an outline of effective teaching practices to be used across grades K through 12.
The framework is a collaborative project created by teachers, student voices, and district leads. The framework will go into effect for the 2026 2027 school year.
The framework, presented to the TCS Board of Education in May, provides an outline of effective teaching practices to be used across grades K through 12.
The framework is a collaborative project created by teachers, student voices, and district leads. The framework will go into effect for the 2026 2027 school year.
Update provided by Transylvania County
School may be out but there's still plenty of activity as contractor Blum Construction begins summer renovation projects at Rosman Elementary School (RES), Brevard Middle School (BMS), and Brevard High School (BHS) Here’s a look at the some of the roofing work underway last week! 👀
Learn more about the Transylvania County School bond projects below:
🚩 What are bonds?
Bonds are a method of funding to help pay for large-scale projects like these school renovations. A complete plan for projects had to be created and submitted before the bonds could be sold. The first bonds were sold at the end of 2024 so the projects could begin. The County will pay the bonds back over time according to a pre-established schedule. The County has been planning and saving for school bond payments over multiple years.
🚩 What are the school bond projects?
These are capital (construction/renovation) projects to conduct major updates and repairs to ALL Transylvania County Schools. The scopes of work were identified through a comprehensive assessment by contractor Axias; approved by both the Board of Education and the Board of Commissioners; and finalized in an Interlocal Agreement by Transylvania County and Transylvania County Schools in February 2025.
🚩 Want to stay in the loop on school renovations?
The School Bond Project Manager delivers a report on the renovation and construction work at the 2nd Board of Commissioners meeting every month, as well as at Board of Education Meetings. His reports are also available on the County website at https://www.transylvaniacounty.org/transylvania-county...
School may be out but there's still plenty of activity as contractor Blum Construction begins summer renovation projects at Rosman Elementary School (RES), Brevard Middle School (BMS), and Brevard High School (BHS) Here’s a look at the some of the roofing work underway last week! 👀
Learn more about the Transylvania County School bond projects below:
🚩 What are bonds?
Bonds are a method of funding to help pay for large-scale projects like these school renovations. A complete plan for projects had to be created and submitted before the bonds could be sold. The first bonds were sold at the end of 2024 so the projects could begin. The County will pay the bonds back over time according to a pre-established schedule. The County has been planning and saving for school bond payments over multiple years.
🚩 What are the school bond projects?
These are capital (construction/renovation) projects to conduct major updates and repairs to ALL Transylvania County Schools. The scopes of work were identified through a comprehensive assessment by contractor Axias; approved by both the Board of Education and the Board of Commissioners; and finalized in an Interlocal Agreement by Transylvania County and Transylvania County Schools in February 2025.
🚩 Want to stay in the loop on school renovations?
The School Bond Project Manager delivers a report on the renovation and construction work at the 2nd Board of Commissioners meeting every month, as well as at Board of Education Meetings. His reports are also available on the County website at https://www.transylvaniacounty.org/transylvania-county...
Sharing House’s Back to School Program provides school supplies, socks, shoes, and haircuts for K-12 students in Transylvania County!
Learning doesn't stop when the school year ends! TCS District and School Administration gathered in Asheville recently for a professional learning session focused on mission, values, and goal setting. Our leaders took time to reflect on their own practices and sharpen their focus heading into the 2026-2027 school year. The work continues!
#Buildingastrongertomorrowtoday #TCSYes #FutureReady
#Buildingastrongertomorrowtoday #TCSYes #FutureReady
Hi TCS community,
Supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year are here! Make sure to take a look on our TCS website:
https://www.tcsnc.org/page/back-to-school-guide
Note: For high school students, lists will be given by each teacher during the first week of school.
Have a great summer!
Stay connected! Transylvania County Schools connects directly with families through text and email messages throughout the school year, but there are several ways to recieve the latest updates and information from TCS. However you choose to follow along, we're glad you're here. Thank you for being a key partner in your child's education.
Welcome to our newest learners!
We are so excited to welcome our future students! Kindergarten Jump Start is a special time for rising kindergarteners to explore their new school, meet their teachers and classmates, and participate in fun activities to get comfortable before the first day of school.
This program is cost-free for all families. Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates at our elementary schools:
🏫 Pisgah Forest Elementary (PFE)
Dates: August 4, 5, and 6
Time: 7:30 am – 11:30 am
🏫 Brevard Elementary School (BES)
Dates: August 4 and 5
Morning Session: 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Afternoon Session: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
🏫 Rosman Elementary School (RES)
Dates: August 3, 4, and 5
Morning Session: 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Afternoon Session: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
🏫 T.C. Henderson School of Science and Technology (TCH)
Dates: August 10, 11 and 12
Group Sessions: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
(Two different groups rotating)
Date: August 12 (with Parent Picnic!)
Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Parent Picnic!
We are so excited to welcome our future students! Kindergarten Jump Start is a special time for rising kindergarteners to explore their new school, meet their teachers and classmates, and participate in fun activities to get comfortable before the first day of school.
This program is cost-free for all families. Mark your calendars for these upcoming dates at our elementary schools:
🏫 Pisgah Forest Elementary (PFE)
Dates: August 4, 5, and 6
Time: 7:30 am – 11:30 am
🏫 Brevard Elementary School (BES)
Dates: August 4 and 5
Morning Session: 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Afternoon Session: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
🏫 Rosman Elementary School (RES)
Dates: August 3, 4, and 5
Morning Session: 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Afternoon Session: 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
🏫 T.C. Henderson School of Science and Technology (TCH)
Dates: August 10, 11 and 12
Group Sessions: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
(Two different groups rotating)
Date: August 12 (with Parent Picnic!)
Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Parent Picnic!
TCS teachers and administrators recently attended the Gear Up Academic Innovation Conference in Asheville.
RMS Science teacher, Ashlee Zachary, was awarded the Innovation Teacher of the Year. Along with grant money to fund projects in her classroom, Mrs. Zachary will also travel to Argentina with Go Global to explore international learning.
BMS Science teacher, Adam Dibert, was awarded funds to create a Weather Station for hands on learning.
RMS Principal, Julie Queen, was awarded a grant to strengthen their Job Shadowing Experience for grades 6-8.
Gear Up Coordinator, Angela Cannon, and TCS Social Worker, Olivia Shuler, participated in a Showcase Expo highlighting the House Systems at BMS and RMS.
Gear Up Appalachian State is a seven year grant that supports grades 6-12 to expose students to opportunities for Education, Enlistment, and Employment.
RMS Science teacher, Ashlee Zachary, was awarded the Innovation Teacher of the Year. Along with grant money to fund projects in her classroom, Mrs. Zachary will also travel to Argentina with Go Global to explore international learning.
BMS Science teacher, Adam Dibert, was awarded funds to create a Weather Station for hands on learning.
RMS Principal, Julie Queen, was awarded a grant to strengthen their Job Shadowing Experience for grades 6-8.
Gear Up Coordinator, Angela Cannon, and TCS Social Worker, Olivia Shuler, participated in a Showcase Expo highlighting the House Systems at BMS and RMS.
Gear Up Appalachian State is a seven year grant that supports grades 6-12 to expose students to opportunities for Education, Enlistment, and Employment.
TCS school nutrition staff are offering FREE MEALS this summer! Free meals will be available for all children 18 years and younger. All children regardless of school enrollment are eligible.
This summer, meals will be offered at Champion Park Pool, Pisgah Forest Elementary School and through our Home Delivery Program.
Here is a link for our families to sign-up for the Pisgah Forest Elementary and Home Delivery programs. Sign-ups are not required at the Champion Park Pool Location.
https://forms.gle/Nw9EQPYSTV3DS2yC9
This summer, meals will be offered at Champion Park Pool, Pisgah Forest Elementary School and through our Home Delivery Program.
Here is a link for our families to sign-up for the Pisgah Forest Elementary and Home Delivery programs. Sign-ups are not required at the Champion Park Pool Location.
https://forms.gle/Nw9EQPYSTV3DS2yC9
Behind the scenes of every TCS graduation is this dedicated team of tech experts, who make sure things run smoothly, and that families who couldn't make it to graduation were able to watch in real-time online. Thank you!
Behind every cap and gown is a unique story of challenges overcome, resilience and hard work, teachers who believed, and families and friends who cheered you on every step of the way. Now, the Class of 2026 is ready to take the next steps. We are so proud of each and every student, and we are excited to see what the future brings. Congratulations, graduates!
#FutureReady
Photos
Scan the QR Code to view and download 2026 graduation photos, or follow THIS link.
More RHS graduation photos are available HERE, courtesy of Amanda Metcalf.
More BHS graduation photos are available HERE, courtesy of InProcess/Christie Whitt
Newspaper coverage
🎓 Congratulations to our Pisgah Forest Elementary 5th Grade SHIELD Graduates!
What an incredible day! So many proud parents and families came out to celebrate their 5th graders as they complete this important milestone and prepare for the next step in their journey...middle school!
Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, Transylvania County Schools and the Transylvania County Sheriff's Department introduced the SHIELD Program for all 5th grade students. Taught by our amazing School Resource Officers, SHIELD is a new, updated initiative that equips students with age-appropriate lessons and practical tools to help them make safe, healthy choices.
The SHIELD Program focuses on key areas that impact today's youth:
🚫 Drug Prevention
🧍 Stranger Safety
💻 Internet Safety
🤝 Peer Mentoring
💪 Bullying Prevention
This program is strengthening the partnership between our schools, families, and community. These students have shown just how ready they are to tackle the next chapter!
Remember...Once a ranger, always a ranger!
What an incredible day! So many proud parents and families came out to celebrate their 5th graders as they complete this important milestone and prepare for the next step in their journey...middle school!
Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, Transylvania County Schools and the Transylvania County Sheriff's Department introduced the SHIELD Program for all 5th grade students. Taught by our amazing School Resource Officers, SHIELD is a new, updated initiative that equips students with age-appropriate lessons and practical tools to help them make safe, healthy choices.
The SHIELD Program focuses on key areas that impact today's youth:
🚫 Drug Prevention
🧍 Stranger Safety
💻 Internet Safety
🤝 Peer Mentoring
💪 Bullying Prevention
This program is strengthening the partnership between our schools, families, and community. These students have shown just how ready they are to tackle the next chapter!
Remember...Once a ranger, always a ranger!
Registration is open!
Last week, the TCS School Nutrition Department picked up 144lbs of Organic Romaine Lettuce from Clem's Organic Gardens in Pisgah Forest. We will be serving this lettuce in all schools this week and next week! This purchase was funded through ASAP's Farm to School Grant awarded to Transylvania County Schools. Clem's Organic Gardens is GAP certified, which is a state requirement for farmers to sell to School Nutrition programs. We are so excited to partner with our local farmers!
Yesterday wrapped up the final meeting of Disc-O Club at Brevard Elementary School and what an amazing spring it has been! This afterschool program, started and led by EC teacher Heather Layton, taught students the skills of throwing and catching discs and introduced them to two fantastic sports: Disc Golf and Ultimate Frisbee.
One of the highlights from the semester was a field trip to the Brevard College Disc Golf Course earlier this month, a memorable experience for all involved!
A huge thank you to Mrs. Layton and BHS NHS volunteers Averie McCall and Nisha Mooney, who showed up every Tuesday to help make this club a success. Your dedication made a real difference!
This photo is from our very first session. Look how far we've come! We can't wait to see Disc-O Club spin back around next year!
Can you guess how much rain fell at Brevard Elementary over the past four days? ☔
Friday through Monday brought a whopping 5.46 inches of rain to BES!
Brevard Elementary's 5th graders read the rain gauge to the nearest 100th of an inch and entered their data into the CoCoRaHS system — a national network where real scientists use community-collected rainfall data for research and weather forecasting.
Transylvania County Schools is proud of these young scientists!
Friday through Monday brought a whopping 5.46 inches of rain to BES!
Brevard Elementary's 5th graders read the rain gauge to the nearest 100th of an inch and entered their data into the CoCoRaHS system — a national network where real scientists use community-collected rainfall data for research and weather forecasting.
Transylvania County Schools is proud of these young scientists!
