Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 7, due to LABOR DAY. Enjoy the long weekend.
1A #1 STATE-RANKED SWINK LADY LIONS TAKE DOWN LADY LAMAR VOLLEYBALL IN A NON-LEAGUE MATCH
For a non-league matchup, the #1 State-ranked Class 1A Lady Lions pair up against the Lady Thunder at the Lamar Community Building on Thursday evening
It marked the first meeting between the two programs in the new state ranking MaxPreps era.
Lamar entered the match with a 3-1 mark after winning three straight.
Swink, from the Class 1A High Plains League, came in unbeaten at 4-0 and ranked No. 1 in the MaxPreps rankings.
The Lady Lions had yet to drop a set after sweeping St. Mary’s, Las Animas, La Veta and, most recently, Cheyenne Wells.
Lamar pushed the top-ranked Lady Lions to five sets before falling in the last three sets to result in the fall of the Lady Thunder.
The Lady Thunder opened strong, winning the first two sets 25-19 and 25-23 to put Swink on its heels.
Swink regrouped under the leadership of Head Coach Blasingame and rallied to take the final three sets by scores of 25-8, 25-12 and 15-9.
Senior hitters Daisy Heberlie and Emma Gacnik helped lead the Lady Lions’ comeback victory.
Senior Larriana Taggart also made an impact, anchoring Swink’s defense with a strong performance.
Senior Kashjlyn Blasingame added to the Lady Lions' attack with amazing sets on Thursday night against the Lady Thunder.
#LadyLionsVolleyball #SwinkLions
Congratulations to the 2026 Swink Homecoming Candidates:
Back Row L to R: Larriana Taggart, Mia Mendoza, Emma Gacnik, Daisy Heberlie, Kathlyn Blasingame, Madalyn Tafoya, Karlee Knabenshue
Front Row L to R: Hunter Crump-Merwin, Jayden Jenkins, Bowdy Norkyke, Whitley Brice, Hayden Reynolds, Gannon Hart
#2026Homecoming #SwinkLions
Homecoming 2026 is next week. Come out and support the Lions.
September 1, 2026
For more information, contact:
CDE:
Jeremy Meyer, Director of Communications,
meyer_jeremy@cde.state.co.us or 720-668-6434.
The Denver Broncos Foundation:
Megan Boyle, Sr. Manager of Strategic Communications
Megan.Boyle@Broncos.nfl.net
Attendance Works:
Catherine Cooney, Communications Director
catherine@attendanceworks.org
News Release
CDE and the Denver Broncos Foundation launch Denver Broncos Attendance Network
DENVER – The Colorado Department of Education (CDE), the Denver Broncos Foundation and the national nonprofit initiative, Attendance Works, today launched the Denver Broncos Attendance Network; a learning cohort for school leaders focused on improving student attendance.
The Denver Broncos Attendance Network includes 42 schools from seven school districts and one BOCES. Representatives from these schools participate in ongoing professional learning, resources, and toolkits to support local efforts to improve attendance and decrease chronic absenteeism.
In Colorado, about one in four students have been chronically absent since 2023, and CDE has set a goal to decrease chronic absenteeism by half over the next five years through its Every School Day Matters! Attendance Campaign.
“We’re proud to partner with the Denver Broncos Foundation and Attendance Works to help more students show up, stay engaged, and thrive,” said Dr. Susana Córdova, Colorado’s education commissioner. “Every day in school is an opportunity for students to learn, build relationships, and feel connected to their school community.”
The Denver Broncos Attendance Network participants are:
Aurora Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
East Otero R-1School District
Harrison School District 2
Julesburg School District
Las Animas RE-1 School District
Mapleton School District
Moffat School District 2
Montezuma-Cortez School District
Northeast BOCES
Pueblo School District 60
Rocky Ford R-2 School District
Santa Fe Trail BOCES
Swink 33 School District
Yuma School District
Vice President of Community Impact and Executive Director of the Denver Broncos Foundation Allie Engelken said: "With this partnership, we are investing in strategies that strengthen student belonging, reduce barriers to attendance, and advance CDE's Every School Day Matters! campaign. We know that when young people feel connected to school, they are more likely to attend consistently, develop strong social and emotional skills, and achieve positive outcomes that prepare them for their futures. We look forward to partnering with participating schools and districts to help more students thrive, both in and out of the classroom.”
For more information about the Denver Broncos Attendance Network, visit the Denver Broncos Attendance Network website.
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The Colorado Department of Education’s vision is to create equitable educational environments where all students and staff in Colorado thrive. Our role is to improve student outcomes and ensure students and families across Colorado have access to high-quality schools by serving, guiding, and elevating our state’s 178 school districts and BOCES.
For more information, contact:
CDE:
Jeremy Meyer, Director of Communications,
meyer_jeremy@cde.state.co.us or 720-668-6434.
The Denver Broncos Foundation:
Megan Boyle, Sr. Manager of Strategic Communications
Megan.Boyle@Broncos.nfl.net
Attendance Works:
Catherine Cooney, Communications Director
catherine@attendanceworks.org
News Release
CDE and the Denver Broncos Foundation launch Denver Broncos Attendance Network
DENVER – The Colorado Department of Education (CDE), the Denver Broncos Foundation and the national nonprofit initiative, Attendance Works, today launched the Denver Broncos Attendance Network; a learning cohort for school leaders focused on improving student attendance.
The Denver Broncos Attendance Network includes 42 schools from seven school districts and one BOCES. Representatives from these schools participate in ongoing professional learning, resources, and toolkits to support local efforts to improve attendance and decrease chronic absenteeism.
In Colorado, about one in four students have been chronically absent since 2023, and CDE has set a goal to decrease chronic absenteeism by half over the next five years through its Every School Day Matters! Attendance Campaign.
“We’re proud to partner with the Denver Broncos Foundation and Attendance Works to help more students show up, stay engaged, and thrive,” said Dr. Susana Córdova, Colorado’s education commissioner. “Every day in school is an opportunity for students to learn, build relationships, and feel connected to their school community.”
The Denver Broncos Attendance Network participants are:
Aurora Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
East Otero R-1School District
Harrison School District 2
Julesburg School District
Las Animas RE-1 School District
Mapleton School District
Moffat School District 2
Montezuma-Cortez School District
Northeast BOCES
Pueblo School District 60
Rocky Ford R-2 School District
Santa Fe Trail BOCES
Swink 33 School District
Yuma School District
Vice President of Community Impact and Executive Director of the Denver Broncos Foundation Allie Engelken said: "With this partnership, we are investing in strategies that strengthen student belonging, reduce barriers to attendance, and advance CDE's Every School Day Matters! campaign. We know that when young people feel connected to school, they are more likely to attend consistently, develop strong social and emotional skills, and achieve positive outcomes that prepare them for their futures. We look forward to partnering with participating schools and districts to help more students thrive, both in and out of the classroom.”
For more information about the Denver Broncos Attendance Network, visit the Denver Broncos Attendance Network website.
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The Colorado Department of Education’s vision is to create equitable educational environments where all students and staff in Colorado thrive. Our role is to improve student outcomes and ensure students and families across Colorado have access to high-quality schools by serving, guiding, and elevating our state’s 178 school districts and BOCES.
Are you in need of some Swink Gear for the new year?!?
Check out the Swink Fall Spirit Shop at the following link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/fgAHKAbwqM
Check out the September Health and Wellness flier.
Amberley Snyder presented to Swink Students on resilience with her presentation "Get Back on the Horse."
Samual got to demonstrate how difficult it is to learn how to operate a wheelchair at the beginning.
Samual got to demonstrate how difficult it is to learn how to operate a wheelchair at the beginning.
Come watch the Lady Lions as they take on Cheyenne Wells on Tuesday, September 1. Games will be as follows: C team, followed by JV, and then Varsity.
Lions Life for the Week of August 31.
We hope the addition of the lunch menu options will help students and parents decide on what they will enjoy for lunch for their entree. There are also many more options for sides and the fresh fruit/vegetable bar. Please check the website or app for the full menu options.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Wishing everyone a Happy and Great Labor Day Weekend coming up!
It takes everyone: Schools Don't Run on Teachers Alone! Thank you to every staff member who makes Swink School special for our students and puts in extra effort every day to keep things running smoothly. So many things happen behind the scenes, and all staff members do so much that we appreciate it more than we can ever share and thank them for. Thank you to all of the Swink School Staff.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Swink School District is excited to partner with Chartwells and Hanagan Farms to provide locally grown, fresh watermelon for our students' meals. Fresh cantaloupe has also been available for some meals.
Get ready for Swink's 2026 Homecoming, as it is early this year. Homecoming 2026 is September 8-11, 2026. See the attached flier for details of each day.
Don't forget to RSVP for the Amberly Snyder presentation "Get Back on the Horse" that is Thursday evening, August 27.
Lions Life for the Week of August 24, 2026.
Please be sure to check out the flier in other posts and scan the QR code to RSVP for Amberley Snyder's presentation on Thursday evening.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Please be sure to check out the flier in other posts and scan the QR code to RSVP for Amberley Snyder's presentation on Thursday evening.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Be sure to come out to the Swink Volleyball Home Opener on Thursday, August 20, as they take on the St. Mary's Pirates. C-Team starts at 4:30 pm, with JV and Varsity to follow.
Reminder that no fans are allowed on the new gym floor at any time, especially after the game, in an effort to protect the newly repainted floor.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Reminder that no fans are allowed on the new gym floor at any time, especially after the game, in an effort to protect the newly repainted floor.
#SwinkLions #GoLions
Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Thursday, August 20, so families can enjoy Kids Day at the Arkansas Valley Fair. Have a great long weekend.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to meet rodeo competitor Amberley Snyder, a nationally known speaker on overcoming adversity and building resilience. Families and community members are invited to join us for a free dinner and presentation on Thursday, August 27th, from 5:30 pm-7 pm. Please RSVP to the school. Click here to RSVP. For more information, click here: https://canva.link/b49ccr2mk30mfg4
The Class of 2027 celebrates Senior Sunrise as a kickoff for the first day of their senior year together at an early morning sunrise at the football field. #Classof2027 #SwinkLions
Tomorrow, Monday, August 17, is the First Day of School for the 2026-2027 school year. Swink Staff is so excited to welcome all the students back into the building in the morning. Students, be sure to get a good night's rest so you are ready for the excitement in the morning. #SwinkLions #GoLions
