Welcome to the Swansea Public Schools Digital Backpack!
Following is the list of flyers that would have come home in paper format, now easily viewed digitally. We hope to provide parents, guardians and students with direct access to information and events in our community in a manner that streamlines access and reduces waste.
The Swansea YMCA is now offering a before school care program, with transportation to Gardner and Brown School! Limited spots available!
Celebrate Apple Season at Martin House on Sunday, September 20th.
Did you know that Baystate Textiles gives rebates back to SwanseaSchools based on the donations in those white bins at all the schools? Click image to learn all about their Massachusetts School Box Program.
Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish. Click image for information and registration.
Come join the fun spreading the Healthy Kids mission to our community! Volunteers are needed for 5 race days to assist in a variety of simple tasks. The local Community Coordinator will send details via email as the race gets closer. Tasks may include but are not limited to: Setting up the race course, stretching the runners, course marshaling to guide runners in the right direction, assisting in the finish line chute, timing races, recording times, holding the finish line for the runners, and breaking down the course upon the conclusion of the race. This is a fun and rewarding event that benefits our local community! Community service hours and signed papers are available upon request. Thank you for your interest in helping our community and fostering a healthy lifestyle for today's youth! Click to register
Come find out what Girl Scouts is all about at Troop 889's upcoming Family Welcome Meeting, Tuesday, September 15th at Joseph Case Junior High School!
We are excited to share with you that the Boys & Girls Club of Fall River will host an Open House on September 15, 16, and 17. All Outside School Time programs are included in the $25 annual membership, from homework help to swimming lessons, recreational sports, STEM, arts, music, nightly dinner and more. All kids ages 6-18 are welcome at the Club. Children must be accompanied by an adult during open house. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Rachael Sirois at rsirois@fallriverbgc.org or 508-672-6340. Click Image for website.
Join Bristol Ultimate Defense on Friday, September 18th from 5:00–6:30 PM for Board Breaking for Better Grades! For just $10 per child, kids will have a fun, exciting karate experience while building focus, confidence, discipline, and better habits they can use in the classroom and beyond. We’re also offering some amazing limited-time sign-up promotions through the event! Call/text 401-474-1502 to learn more or come to the event and check them out in person. Click image for more information and registration.
Drive-Through Flue Shot Clinic on Saturday, OCtober 17th. Click image for registration website.
The second annual Swansea Family Fun Day coming in October! Join us for a family day full of food trucks, sweet treats, activities, and vendors! Click image to visit our FB page for more info!
YMCA is now enrolling for afterschool care.
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Montella's Karate Academy is offering a free intrductory lesson. for students ages 4-12.
The Swansea SEPAC is looking for volunteers to join the board for 2026-2027. Email for more information
Go to beascout.org or click image for more information on Scouting America.
Start your fun Girl Scout adventure today. At Girl Scouts, your girl will discover what sparks her curiosity — whether that's butterfly walks, stargazing, launching a rocket, or diving into robotics. With experiences tailored to her grade level, she’ll make new friends and become part of a community that supports your whole family. There's a place for every girl here. Click for more information.
The Town of Swansea is sharing a Smart Recycling Guide for proper recycling in Massachusetts. Please click image to view this flyer and information page or to access it in additional languages.
Visit our Food Assistance webpage for a comprehensive list of programs available locally. Click Image for more info
The Title 1 Presentation is available for viewing by clicking the image.
Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth offers free parenting videos, now also available in Spanish.
The Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) connects individuals and families to the full range of treatment services for mental health and substance use offered in Massachusetts, including outpatient, urgent, and immediate crisis care. Call for real-time support, initial clinical assessment, and connection to the right evaluation and treatment.
