SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

May 25th - Memorial Day (No School)

May 27th - Senior Recognition Night

May 28th - Spirit Fire

May 29th - Senior Solstice and Senior Prom

June 1st - 5th - Senior Week

June 5th - Graduation at Bertram Field

Volunteers are still needed to chaperone the After Prom Party from 11:00 PM to 2:30 AM. Any time and support you can contribute to this event is greatly appreciated! If you'd like to help make the night a success, please sign up using the link below:

Email the After Prom Committee with any questions at: salemhighafterprom@gmail.com

Ticket information:

-Prom AND Senior week: $100

-Prom only: $75/ticket

-Senior Week only: $30

-Cash and Check are the only payment methods accepted.

-Tickets on sale during lunch outside Student Activities beginning May 4th, last day to reserve tickets is May 19th.

If there is a financial hardship please email or speak with Mrs. Mansfield, lmansfield@salemk12.org

Salem High School Graduation:

Date / Time: June 5th, 6pm - 8pm

Location: Bertram Field

No tickets are required for graduation. Family, friends, and community members are all welcome to join us in celebrating this special and memorable moment.

If the event that the forecast does not cooperate this event will be moved to the Salem High School Fieldhouse. It will take place on the same date and same time.

We ask that individuals do not bring balloons and signs to the graduation. These obstruct the views of others that are their to enjoy this special moment. We will ask that you leave them in your car, if you attempt to bring them to your seat at Bertram Field or SHS Fieldhouse.

Hello Class of 2027,

This year will mark the 3rd annual Senior Solstice event taking place on May 29th. The event marks the passing of the torch from the graduating seniors to the rising seniors. This means we need to hold our election for the coming school year now.

Any junior, member of the class of 2027 interested in running for a class officer position must pick up nomination papers. They will be available starting Monday 5/ 11 at Student Activities, and are due back to me by Monday 5/18. Elections will take place during Crew on Friday 5/22.

Please see me with any questions.

Mrs. Mansfield

“BE ABOUT IT”

• Live the values of our school community; show pride, respect, and responsibility not just by saying it, but by consistently doing it.

• Follow through on commitments, whether that’s in academics, athletics, arts, or personal goals.

• Model integrity by letting your behavior reflect your intentions—be the example others can count on.

“BE ABOUT IT” means don’t just talk about who you are or what you stand for, prove it every day through effort, character, and action.

Be About It!

#GoWitch

Congratulations to Liz on her commitment to University of Penn State. #GoWitch

Congratulations to Myrene on her commitment to Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.#GoWitch

Class of 2026 Future Educators

Priscilla Aquino Carmona - Salem State University, Early Childhood Education

Pauline Babineau - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Harmony Eastman - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Lucas Fox - University of Massachusetts Amherst, Music Education

Daisy Gomez - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Dinaycha Gonzalez - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Jurkely Hernandez Duran - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Monserratt Juarez - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Amya Lambray - North Shore Community College, Early Childhood Education

Mariana Lugo - Bunker Hill Community College, Early Childhood Education

Donald Masella - Berklee College of Music, Music Education

Finn Seaberg - Salem State University, Studio Art & Education

We are proud of these young people that are already looking to engage and inspire future generations!

On Thursday evening, Salem High School proudly celebrated our Career Technical Education students during the annual CTE Senior Awards Night. The event recognized the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our seniors across multiple career pathways as they prepare for college, careers, and industry opportunities beyond graduation. We are incredibly proud of the passion, professionalism, and perseverance demonstrated by this outstanding group of students and grateful to the families, educators, and community partners who have supported them throughout their journey.

Notable Placements for this year's Class of 2026:

IBEW

Masonry Union

Plumbers Union

UMass Amherst - Full Scholarship

Virginia Tech - Full Scholarship

Salem High School is thrilled to celebrate this year’s Athletics and Performing Arts state champions during our Championship Rolling Rally Saturday, May 30.

The Salem community is invited to join us as we parade through Salem to celebrate our individual and team State Championships:

• Boys Basketball (MIAA Division 3 State Champions)

• Alexia Coleman (Wrestling: MIAA Division 2 132lb State Champion)

• Grant Dwyer (Swimming: MIAA Division 2 200 IM & 500 Free State Champion)

• Salem High School Marching Band (NESBA Division 3 Champion & MICCA 5-Star Gold Medal Rating)

• Salem High School Jazz Ensemble (MAJE Gold Medal)

The Rolling Rally will kick off from SHS at 11 a.m. and will continue down Lafayette Street and onto the Salem Common for a ceremony in honor of our champions.

Fans are invited to cheer along the route then join us on the Salem Common to continue the celebration. The ceremony is expected to start at 11:45 a.m.

S.H.E.L.L. (Salem High Educator Learning Lab) is a flexible, student-centered approach to education that is designed to support academic growth, exploration, and innovation. The Learning Lab provides educators with time, guidance, and resources to strengthen skills, receive targeted support, collaborate with peers, and extend learning beyond the traditional classroom.

Through SHELL, Salem High School is deepening its commitment to personalized learning—creating an environment where students can ask questions, try new strategies, get feedback, and build confidence as learners. Whether students need extra help, enrichment opportunities, or a place to work and reflect, SHELL is designed to bring educators together and design a meaning learning environment that will meet students where they are and help them move forward.

In order to provide our whole school community an understanding of some of the great things happening at Salem High School we have created a podcast that we will be using to tell our story and more importantly let our students and educators shine!

Episode 3.2 - Student Agency: This week we are revisiting episode 3 of our leadership series! Senior Charlie Feldmann-Conners stops by the studio to talk about how getting involved at Salem High School shaped her journey. She shares what she’s learned along the way — and why saying “yes” to extracurriculars can open doors to growth, leadership, and connection.

Salem High School’s Pops Concert was a wonderful evening that showcased the incredible talent, creativity, and dedication of our student musicians. From energetic ensemble performances to memorable solo moments, the concert highlighted the hard work of our students and music staff while bringing together families, friends, and community members to celebrate the arts at SHS. The evening was a true reflection of the passion and spirit of our music program.

Click on Image Below to Enjoy a Bit of the Show!

Oscar is headed to Husson University

Mia is headed to Amherst College

Hello SHS Students and Families,

Welcome new and returning Early College students! All Early College families must complete the Family Expectations & Handbook Acknowledgement Form (SY26-27 Early College Handbook translation is in process). We have reached out to rising Sophomores and Seniors who requested/applied for Early College. If you are a rising junior, we are still working on your schedule, but you should be hearing from us soon!

We have extended the Early College application deadline to June 12, although some pathways have a waitlist. You may still get a head start on your college general education requirements while earning SHS credit–FOR FREE.

Registration- Some students have additional steps to confirm their registration (e.g. SSU registration form, NSCC Readiness checklist). Registration also depends on your SY26-27 schedule availability, overall student enrollment, and professor staffing. If you are opting out, please let your C3 counselor and I know by June 1.

I am available for virtual and in-person lunch drop in sessions on May 21 from 10:30-12:30. Please let me know if you will attend in person. If joining virtually, click here: https://meet.google.com/gjr-dcvd-bjq. We can also make an appointment, or please reach out if you have any questions or concerns: akirby@salemk12.org

We are looking for volunteer coaches and guest speakers for next year’s Early College programming. To be eligible, you must have an active CORI on file with SPS. We are especially interested in hearing from folks who work in healthcare, criminal justice, social work, education, business, or who are willing to share their own college and career journey.

Alexandra Kirby

Early College Coordinator

Please make sure to move your data from your school account to a personal account before your account is disabled.

Important Date:
Your school account will be turned off on Friday, June 12, and you will lose access after that date.

Easier option: Transfer Emails and Google Drive Files.
Please follow this guide to use Google Transfer. This tool allows you to move your emails and Google Drive files to a personal Gmail account.
Important Notes:

• Personal Gmail accounts include 15 GB of free storage. If your school account contains more than 15 GB of data, the transfer may fail unless you purchase additional storage.
• Files in Google Drive that you do not own or cannot edit will not transfer. This includes files shared with you.
• To keep shared files, make a copy that you own before starting the transfer.
• If you use your school account for other services such as Spotify, PlayStation, or any others, please change it to your personal account.

Option 2: Download Other Google Data.
If you do not have a Gmail account or if you want to save other data, such as Google Photos or YouTube content, please follow this guide to use Google Takeout. Google Takeout allows you to download a copy of your data.

Thank you,

SPS IT Department

Families of college-bound seniors:

Please view our scholarships page as the following scholarships remain open:

• Wicked Running Club $1,000 Scholarship (May 15 Deadline) | APPLY NOW
• Massachusetts Association of Campground Owners Higher Education $1,000 Scholarship (May 19 Deadline) | APPLY NOW
• Salem Arts Association Art School $1,500/$500 Scholarships (June 1 Deadline) | APPLY NOW
• Stephen M. O’Grady Scholarships (Several at $1,000 each, June 1 Deadline) | APPLY NOW
• City of Salem and Waste Management Scholarship (three totaling $9,000, Dealing June 1) | APPLY NOW
• Environmental Leader $2,500 Scholarship (Deadline June 30) | APPLY NOW
• Ivy Panda Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting $1,000/$500 Scholarships (Deadline June 30) | APPLY NOW
• Gerondelis Foundation $7,500 Scholarship (Deadline July 1) | APPLY NOW
• Vets Helping Vets $2,500 Scholarship (Deadline Aug. 1) | APPLY NOW

Location: Richardson, Texas

Mascot: Temoc

Enrollment: 31,000+

Average GPA: 3.8

Average SAT Score: 1320
Average ACT Score: 29

Admissions: The University of Texas at Dallas Admissions

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is a nationally recognized public research university located in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Founded in 1969, UTD has rapidly grown into one of Texas’s leading institutions for innovation, technology, business, engineering, and research. Known for its strong STEM focus, modern campus, and emphasis on academic excellence, UTD attracts high-achieving students from across the country and around the world.

UT Dallas combines rigorous academics with extensive research opportunities, industry partnerships, and career-focused learning experiences. The university is especially recognized for preparing students for careers in technology, engineering, healthcare, finance, and scientific research while fostering entrepreneurship and innovation.

Colleges & Academic Programs

UT Dallas offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs through several schools, including:

• Erik Jonsson School of Engineering & Computer Science
• Naveen Jindal School of Management
• School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences
• School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
• School of Economic, Political & Policy Sciences
• School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology
• School of Interdisciplinary Studies

Students can pursue degrees in areas such as:

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• Business Administration
• Finance
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Biology
• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• Public Policy
• Healthcare Studies
• Economics
• Arts & Technology

UT Dallas emphasizes research, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and career readiness across all academic programs.

Areas of Academic Strength

• Computer science and software engineering
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Business and entrepreneurship
• Cybersecurity and information systems
• Neuroscience and behavioral sciences
• Data analytics and statistics
• Engineering and robotics
• Research and innovation

UT Dallas is particularly known for the highly respected Jindal School of Management and the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering & Computer Science.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

UT Dallas emphasizes hands-on learning through:

• Undergraduate research opportunities
• Corporate internships and co-ops
• Innovation and entrepreneurship programs
• Industry partnerships throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth region
• Study abroad experiences
• Career-connected learning opportunities
• Research labs and faculty mentorship

Students benefit from strong connections with major employers in technology, healthcare, engineering, and finance industries throughout Texas and beyond.

Clubs & Student Organizations

UT Dallas offers 300+ student organizations, including:

• Student Government
• Cultural and identity-based organizations
• Engineering and coding clubs
• Entrepreneurship organizations
• Performing arts groups
• Community service organizations
• Esports and gaming clubs
• Professional business organizations
• Club sports and recreation groups

Student life is known for its strong academic culture, innovation-focused environment, and growing campus engagement opportunities.

Athletics

UT Dallas competes in NCAA Division III athletics as a member of the American Southwest Conference.

Varsity Sports Include:

• Basketball
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Baseball
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track & Field
• Cross Country

The university continues to expand school spirit, student involvement, and athletic opportunities alongside its rapid academic growth.

Recent & Notable Developments

• Continued rise in national rankings among public universities
• Expansion of AI, cybersecurity, and engineering programs
• Increased investment in research and innovation initiatives
• Growth in experiential and career-connected learning opportunities
• Expansion of campus housing and student life facilities
• Strong internship and job placement outcomes in the Dallas-Fort Worth region
• Continued partnerships with leading technology and healthcare companies

Virtual Tour: https://enroll.utdallas.edu/visit/tours/virtual-tours/

Website: https://www.utdallas.edu/

Education Required:

A bachelor’s degree is required to become a teacher, along with state licensure or certification requirements.

Typical Tasks Associated with This Career

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned to curriculum standards
• Assess student learning and provide feedback
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Communicate regularly with students and families
• Manage classroom behavior and routines
• Collaborate with colleagues, counselors, and support staff
• Use data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth
• Participate in professional development and school initiatives
• Prepare students for college, careers, and civic engagement

• Learning management systems (Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology)
• Educational technology platforms
• Assessment and grading software
• Student information systems
• Presentation and communication tools

Expected Income

Average salary: $50,000–$95,000 depending on experience, education level, and location.

Projected Growth

4–6% growth over the next 10 years

Related High School Coursework

• English Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Child Development
• Public Speaking / Communication
• Government / Civics
• Education Pathway Courses
• Computer Science / Technology
• World Languages

• Tutoring or mentoring
• Coaching youth sports
• Camp counseling
• Peer leadership programs
• Volunteering with children or community organizations