This just in: Ali “The Mischievous Superintendent” Elf Update: Last night, while everyone in Swan Valley School District was tucked in tight, Ali the Elf was very busy conducting some “important superintendent business.”
First, she climbed up to the rooftop of Havens Elementary to “inspect snow quality for emergency day decisions.” (She gave it an A+, by the way ❄️😄)
Then she snuck into every building across the district, checking:
✔️ Are the hallways shiny?
✔️ Are the whiteboards squeaky clean?
✔️ Do the Vikings need more candy canes? (Her answer: ALWAYS.)
One custodian reported finding her attempting to schedule a snow day “just for morale,” despite there being no snow in the forecast. When questioned, Ali claimed, “I don’t control the weather… yet.”
Swan Valley Elf Watch – Special Report
This just in: Ali “The Mischievous Superintendent” Elf has once again been spotted roaming the halls of Swan Valley School District after hours, carrying what witnesses describe as “an unreasonable number of candy canes” and “a clipboard of questionable authority.”
At approximately 9:42 p.m., security cameras captured Ali staring into a Christmas fire with intense focus. District officials originally believed she was deep in thought, planning professional development sessions. However, investigators have now confirmed she was actually debating whether hot cocoa should be considered a school supply.


Anyone know the name of this Viking Elf and who it is…and where she might show up next? Drop your comments below.

Andrea Kerns – Havens Elementary
Allison Strachota - High School
Beth Pufahl – Havens Elementary
It’s time to get your DECEMBER vote on! Anyone can vote: Students, staff, parents and members of the community. Use this link to nominate: https://bit.ly/3MwxqnA


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As winter weather approaches, here’s a quick reminder of how Swan Valley decides on snow days or delays:
Roads are checked as early as 4:30 AM
Weather and visibility are monitored closely
Decisions are announced by 5:30 AM
You’ll get updates through robocalls, texts, email, our website, and local news. Please make sure your contact info is current in Skyward.
🏆 Viking Snow-Day Prediction Contest!
Think you can guess the first snow day of the year? Drop your prediction in the comments below! ⬇️
Your first prediction is the only one that counts. Winner gets a small Surprise and bragging rights!
Stay safe, stay warm, and GO VIKINGS! 🛡️❄️

Guess who stole the spotlight on WNEM’s Education Matters? 👀
Our very own Therapy Dog Extraordinaire, RIGGS! 🐶✨
With wagging tail energy and professional cuddler expertise, RIGGS sat down for an exclusive interview to share how he helps students feel calm, confident, and cared for every day. ❤️📚
From hallway "paw shakes" to stress-relief snuggles, this four-legged educator is proving that sometimes the best teachers come with fur and floppy ears!
🎥🐕 Check out the segment on Monday at 9:00AM and see why Swan Valley is pawsitively proud!
#SwanValleySchools #EducationMatters #TherapyDog #PawsomeEducation #WNEM #GoodVibes






Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Ogemaw Heights in the regional finals on Saturday, November 15th at 1:00 p.m.
If you can't make the game, you can listen to the game live on classichitcountry.com. Check out the cool promotional sound clip at the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kSy8mfAiX5NfHaZFFriCpWNZ0M9qJEft/view?usp=sharing.
Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.
Tickets will be $9 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5338963?schoolId=MI3680. No cash sales or passes allowed. There will be card readers at both gates.
Go Vikings!


With food allergies affecting 1 in 13 children in the U.S., Swan Valley School District and our food service partner, Chartwells K12, recognize how important it is to take a careful and compassionate approach to support students and families who manage food allergy issues every day. 💙
Swan Valley's Foodservice Team completed FARECheck, a comprehensive food allergen training program certified by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) — the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to food allergy awareness, education, research, and advocacy. 🥗✨
This certification means our team is trained to safely prepare and serve meals for all students, creating a dining environment where everyone can feel confident and cared for. 🍎
We’re so proud of our team’s dedication to student health, safety, and inclusion! 🙌
Please reach out via email to mpavlik@swanvalley.k12.mi.us if you need to create a specialized dietary plan for your student.
#SwanValleyStrong #FARECheckCertified #ChartwellsK12 #FoodAllergyAwareness #SafeMealsForAll #SchoolPride

Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Ogemaw Heights in the regionals finals on Saturday, November 15th at 1:00 p.m.
Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.
Tickets will be $9 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5338963?schoolId=MI3680
Go Vikings!
Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Whitehall in the district finals TONIGHT at 7:00 p.m.
Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.
Tickets will be $7 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5263516?schoolId=MI3680. NO CASH OR PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED. There will be card readers at both gates.
Go Vikings!


SWAN VALLEY VOLLEYBALL DISTRICTS - WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH, 7:00 P.M.
Swan Valley Varsity Girls Volleyball will take on Freeland at home on Wednesday, November 5th at 7:00 p.m. in the district semifinals. ALL SPECTATORS, INCLUDING STUDENTS, MUST PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET at the following link or use the card reader at the gate: https://gofan.co/event/5193087?schoolId=MI3680. CASH OR PASSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Lets pack the house and show our Viking Pride!
Go Vikings!

Swan Valley Varsity Football Playoffs - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH, 7:00 P.M.
Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Whitehall in the district finals on Friday, November 7th at 7:00 p.m.
Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.
Tickets will be $7 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5263516?schoolId=MI3680. NO CASH OR PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED. There will be card readers at both gates.
Go Vikings!
This Thursday and Saturday at 7 pm in the Performing Arts Center!
Free admission!
Doors Open at 6:15!

Kim Saylor – SVHS, SVMS & PAC
Victoria Schoenow - Havens Elementary
Mike Groom – Havens Elementary
It’s time to get your NOVEMBER vote on! Anyone can vote: Students, staff, parents and members of the community. Use this link to nominate: https://bit.ly/3MwxqnA

