SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

January 23 - End of Quarter 2

February 3 - Report Cards Emailed to Families

February 5 - On Track Conferences for Grade 12

February 5 - Parent/Guardian Conferences 2:40 - 3:40

February 6 - On Track Conferences for Grade 9

February 9 - Start of Winterfest

February 10 - 5-7pm Parents come and learn about course offerings and develop your child's schedule

Salem High School is looking for donations to support local shelters and individuals experiencing homelessness.

Student Donations: From January 26th - January 30th during school hours items can be dropped off at Student Activities in RM 150B.

All Other Donations: Donations can be dropped off at the front desk in the lobby of Salem High School.

We are extending item collection through this week because the of the snow days and short week last week.

Last week Salem High School started our course selection process for current grade 9 - 11 students. This part of the process is more about educating students what is available rather than locking them into courses.

Students Watched videos that were created by each department and then had an opportunity for Question and Answer with academic coaches and lead teachers. This part of the process will be completed this week.

Here are the course selection forms for each grade:

Rising 10th Graders

Rising 11th Graders

Rising 12th Graders

Program of Studies

On Thursday parents will have access to course selection data through Naviance. An email will be sent out to remind all parents on how to access Naviance this week.

February 10th will be parent course selection evening from 5-7pm

“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

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 2 - Sea Excursions:

Join Senior Guywintz as he takes us aboard the SSV Corwith Cramer for a two-week sailing expedition through Cape Cod Bay and the Gulf of Maine! In this episode of the S.H.E.L.L. We Talk About It podcast, Guywintz sits down with Science Instructional Coach Jackie Burns to discuss his adventures in the S.E.A. Expedition High School Program. They chat about life as a crew member, exploring the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, and how this real-world journey connects to his science studies at Salem High School.

Special Thanks: A huge thank you to the Norman H. Read Trust for generously funding the scholarship that made this experiential learning opportunity possible.

Congratulation to our Witches as they topped Malden High School this past Friday Evening. They put together an incredible program and being Senior Night made it all the more special.

TRADING BUCKETS WITH ...

Nate Lane

Salem High senior captain

1. What is your earliest basketball memory?: The Salem Cartoon League. I was probably six years old going in there, not knowing anything really about the sport. But after that I would watch every Celtics game with my family, shoot around in my grandparents’ backyard with my brother and cousins whenever I could, and really fell in love with the game.

Salem News: https://www.salemnews.com/sports/hardcourt-happenings-q-a-with-salems-nate-lane-playoff-prognostications-an-ihs-uprising-and-more/article_5aa1f5ab-41d0-44ad-a142-0707b4fb05d4.html

January 19

APPLY NOW for SY26-27 (if you are new to Early College).

Spring 2026 classes start with the professor THIS week:

• SSU-Tues Jan 20

• NSCC-Wed Jan 21 (MDA107), Thurs Jan 22 (FFL100). On-campus starts Jan 21 or Feb 4.

• You have until Monday, January 26 to make changes (add/drop) to your college courses. There will be no record of the course on your high school or college transcript if you drop it.

We will be distributing textbooks and materials this week during check ins.

On-Campus Seniors only, friendly reminder that there ARE college classes on

campus during February and April vacations. Spring break (no classes on campus) is March 16-20.

Click for:

• Early College Handbook, Handbook in Spanish Handbook in Portuguese.

• SHS/SSU/NSCC Support & Contacts.

Alexandra Kirby

Early College Coordinator

We are thrilled to begin another exciting year and to support every student in their journey to growth and success. Through our C3 College, Career, and Counseling Department, we encourage all students to Dare To Grow because your future knows no boundaries.

We are excited to share that our students have already started more than 200 college applications to schools across the country! You can view the interactive map here to see where students are applying: C3 College Application Map.

This information comes from Naviance, which students can access through ClassLink. Parents can also access their student’s information using their Naviance username and password.

If students or families need support accessing Naviance, please reach out to your student’s counselor for assistance.

C3 also has a number of upcoming workshops and post-secondary events to support your planning:

• Senior Early Decision/Early Action Virtual Night – Tuesday, September 2nd (more information to follow the first days of school)

We encourage all students to take advantage of these opportunities, explore possibilities, and reach goals beyond what they thought possible.

Together, let’s make this a year of growth, exploration, and success.

Deciding what colleges to add to your list? One great resource to examines what factors goes into your college choice is Big Future at https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search.

Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina

Mascot: Sparty the Spartan

Enrollment: 5,500

Average GPA: 3.4 Weighted

Average SAT Score: 1060

Average ACT Score: 22

Admissions: https://uscupstate.edu/admissions/

The University of South Carolina Upstate (USC Upstate) is a public comprehensive university and a senior campus of the University of South Carolina system, located in Spartanburg, SC. USC Upstate is known for its student-centered approach, strong teaching focus, and commitment to access, affordability, and student success. The university combines small-class learning with career preparation and community engagement in the rapidly growing Upstate South Carolina region.

Colleges & Academic Programs

USC Upstate offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the following colleges:

• College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

• College of Business and Economics

• College of Education, Human Performance, and Health

• College of Science and Technology

• School of Graduate Studies

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Students can pursue degrees in business, nursing, education, psychology, biology, criminal justice, information systems, public health, and the liberal arts.

Areas of Academic Strength

• Nursing and health sciences

• Business and management

• Education and teacher preparation

• Psychology and social sciences

• Biology and applied sciences

• Experiential learning, internships, and undergraduate research

• Strong support for first-generation and transfer students

Clubs & Student Organizations

USC Upstate offers 90+ student organizations, including:

• Academic and professional clubs

• Cultural and identity-based organizations

• Service-learning and leadership groups

• Student Government Association

• Club sports and intramurals

• Honors and special-interest organizations

Athletics

USC Upstate competes in NCAA Division I athletics as a member of the Big South Conference.

Varsity Sports Include:

• Men’s & Women’s Basketball

• Soccer

• Baseball

• Softball

• Volleyball

• Cross Country

• Track & Field

Athletics contribute to school spirit and campus engagement, particularly basketball and baseball.

Recent & Notable Developments

• Expansion of health sciences and nursing programs

• Increased focus on career readiness and internships

• Growth in undergraduate research opportunities

• Continued emphasis on student retention and completion

• Recognition for affordability and regional impact

Virtual Tour: https://uscupstate.edu/admissions/visit-campus/

Website: https://uscupstate.edu/

Education Required:

A Bachelor’s degree in Sport Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field is typically required.

Common majors include:

• Sport Science

• Exercise Science

• Kinesiology

• Athletic Training

• Human Performance

• Health Sciences

• Biomechanics

Licensure / Certification Pathway (Role-Dependent)

Licensure and certification vary based on specialization:

• Strength & Conditioning / Performance

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

  • NASM, NSCA, or ACSM certifications

• Athletic Training

  • Master’s degree in Athletic Training (MAT)

  • Board of Certification (BOC) exam

  • State licensure required

• Exercise Physiology

  • ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP)

• Sports Science / Research

  • No licensure required; advanced education preferred

Advanced Degrees (Optional but Common)

An M.S. or Ph.D. in Sport Science, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or Biomechanics can support advancement into:

• High-performance and elite sport roles

• Research and data analytics positions

• Collegiate or professional athletics

• Academia and teaching

• Sports medicine or rehabilitation collaboration

Typical Tasks Associated with This Career

• Analyze athletic performance using physiological, biomechanical, and data-based methods

• Design and evaluate training programs to improve strength, speed, endurance, and recovery

• Monitor athlete workload, fatigue, and injury risk

• Collect and interpret data (GPS, force plates, heart rate, motion capture)

• Collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and medical staff

• Conduct fitness testing and performance assessments

• Apply principles of nutrition, recovery, and sport psychology

• Support injury prevention and return-to-play protocols

• Use technology and software to track performance trends

• Communicate findings through reports and presentations

Expected Income

Average annual salary: 80,000

Salaries vary by:

• Setting (high school, college, professional sports, private sector)

• Level of education and certification

• Geographic region

• Type of sport and level of competition

Projected growth: ~10% over the next 10 years

Related High School Coursework

• Biology

• Anatomy & Physiology

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Mathematics (Algebra II, Precalculus, Statistics)

• Health & Wellness

• Physical Education / Sports Performance

• Computer Science or Data Analysis

• Psychology

• English Language Arts (research, communication, presentations)