Swink Schools will have a 2-hour delayed start on Monday, January 26, due to inclement weather and to allow for all surfaces to be cleared for safety. No Breakfast will be served. #StayWarm
Swink FCCLA hosted the regional FCCLA Conference on Friday. Many of the Swink FCCLA members are headed to state in early April after their spectacular performance. A huge shout-out to all the community volunteers who served as judges despite the cold weather. Thank you to the members who also served as runners to help the day run smoothly and efficiently. We are so thankful to serve in such a giving community of adults and students.
Lions Life for the Week of January 26. A busy week of home activities this week. Come out and support the Swink Lions.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Winterfest 2026 is coming soon with Lights, Camera, Action.
February 2-5, 2026, is just around the corner. Stay tuned for more information on the week, including dress-up days, Throwback Game, Community Bonfire, Cheerleader Performance, and much more.
February 2-5, 2026, is just around the corner. Stay tuned for more information on the week, including dress-up days, Throwback Game, Community Bonfire, Cheerleader Performance, and much more.
Swink Students looking to become future healthcare heroes took a tour of Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Students were able to see behind the scenes of the hospital and explore career opportunities in the healthcare field. They visited several departments, including the lab, radiology, operating room, respiratory, and physical therapy.
Swink School and the students would like to thank the staff at AVRMC for this amazing opportunity.
Swink School and the students would like to thank the staff at AVRMC for this amazing opportunity.
Mark Your Calendar as "Throwback Night" is officially back this year in the Old Gym.
Thursday, February 5, 2026. We will have JH Girls at 4 pm, followed by HS Girls, and then conclude with HS Boys.
This night is also Winter Fest and Parent Night.
#GoLions #SwinkLions
Thursday, February 5, 2026. We will have JH Girls at 4 pm, followed by HS Girls, and then conclude with HS Boys.
This night is also Winter Fest and Parent Night.
#GoLions #SwinkLions
The high school basketball games at Walsenburg on Thursday, January 22, will start at 4:30 pm with the addition of two quarters of JV girls.
Lions Life for the Week of January 19, 2026. It's a busy week for our students and athletes. #GoLions #SwinkLions
Congratulations to our Swink Wrestlers on taking 2nd place at the Eads Tournament on Saturday. #GoLions
Congratulations to Keegan on being named one of the R&M Broadcasting Graphic Designs wrestlers of the Santa Fe League Tournament. He also placed 2nd today in the league tournament.
Other Swink Wrestlers also placing today were:
Logan-3rd
Carter-5th
Chase-5th
Congrats to all the wrestlers and coaches. Good Luck in future tournaments. They travel to Eads on Saturday.
Thank a School Board Member!
January is School Board Recognition Month, and the Swink School District #33 is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools.
“School board members serve countless hours working to make public education the best it can be for every child,” said Larry Lyder, Superintendent. In a climate of change and challenges, they develop policies and make tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that affect the entire community and the lives of individual students. They bear responsibility and oversight in Swink School District #33 for an annual budget of approximately $11 million, 300 students in grades K to 12, more than 55 employees, and 1 campus.
"Preparing today’s students to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow is a tremendous task. As elected officials, school board members are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of our school children,” said Lyder.
“We proudly salute these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding, and school facilities. Their service ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by those most familiar with the needs of our community’s children and families,” said Lyder. "These dedicated individuals deserve recognition and thanks for their unfailing commitment to the continuing success of our students now and in the future,” he said.
The members serving the Swink School District #33 are Bob Bamber, President, Andrew Grover, Vice-President, Dianna Milenski, Secretary, Eric Hanagan, Treasurer, and Hannah Muth, Director.
“Great leadership always begins with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference. Please join us as we applaud these local leaders for truly caring about our kids,” he said.
January is School Board Recognition Month, and the Swink School District #33 is joining other districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for their commitment and contributions to our public schools.
“School board members serve countless hours working to make public education the best it can be for every child,” said Larry Lyder, Superintendent. In a climate of change and challenges, they develop policies and make tough decisions on complex educational and social issues that affect the entire community and the lives of individual students. They bear responsibility and oversight in Swink School District #33 for an annual budget of approximately $11 million, 300 students in grades K to 12, more than 55 employees, and 1 campus.
"Preparing today’s students to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow is a tremendous task. As elected officials, school board members are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of our school children,” said Lyder.
“We proudly salute these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding, and school facilities. Their service ensures that decisions about local public schools are made by those most familiar with the needs of our community’s children and families,” said Lyder. "These dedicated individuals deserve recognition and thanks for their unfailing commitment to the continuing success of our students now and in the future,” he said.
The members serving the Swink School District #33 are Bob Bamber, President, Andrew Grover, Vice-President, Dianna Milenski, Secretary, Eric Hanagan, Treasurer, and Hannah Muth, Director.
“Great leadership always begins with a willing heart, a positive attitude, and a desire to make a difference. Please join us as we applaud these local leaders for truly caring about our kids,” he said.
Swink Lions' Families--I am sharing with you the approved calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. We are fortunate to have the full week off at Thanksgiving again for families to travel and celebrate. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out: larry.lyder@swink.k12.co.us. Additionally, we will have off the Thursday of the Ark Valley Fair for families to attend Kids' Day at the Fair.
#SwinkLions
#SwinkLions
Santa Fe League Wrestling is Thursday at Rocky Ford.
#SwinkLions #SwinkWrestling #GoLions
#SwinkLions #SwinkWrestling #GoLions
Here is the Lions Life for the Week of January 12, 2026.
Busy week ahead for the Lions. Let's get out there and support them.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Busy week ahead for the Lions. Let's get out there and support them.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
The Basketball Games for tonight against Fowler are a go. Games will start at 4:30 p.m. with the JV girls, followed by the Varsity Boys and then the Varsity Girls.
Thank you to our maintenance/custodian crew for their hard work and efforts to get everything cleared and ready for the games
Conditions are currently just wet, as we want to make everyone aware that it is expected to refreeze later. Please exercise caution.
The Wrestling Tournament at Limon for today has been cancelled. Please stand by for information on the Basketball Games, as a decision will be made around 2:00 pm.
Swink School District Currently has the following Job Openings for the 2026-2027 School Year:
Business Manager
High School English
Elementary Teacher
Head High School Volleyball Coach
Head High School Football Coach
Assistant High School Football Coach
Please complete the application at the following link: https://www.swinkk12.net/page/employment-opportunities
Business Manager
High School English
Elementary Teacher
Head High School Volleyball Coach
Head High School Football Coach
Assistant High School Football Coach
Please complete the application at the following link: https://www.swinkk12.net/page/employment-opportunities
Swink School is researching a move to a new SIS (Student Information System) called ALMA. If the district moves in this direction, it would replace GoEdustar. We invite parents to attend a demonstration of ALMA on Thursday at 6 pm in the conference room.
Swink School would like to say "THANK YOU" to everyone who donated food and/or gift cards for the holiday season to help support our local families. Your generosity is greatly appreciated by many.
Welcome to 2026. Here is the Lions Life for the returning week of January 5, 2026. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the building on Monday morning.
