SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

September 9 - Virtual Meeting Senior Parents 6pm - 7pm

September 10 - Little Mermaid Info Session 2:45 in Auditorium

September 11 - Picture Day

September 17 - Meet the Teacher Night 6pm - 8pm

September 23 - NEACAC College Fair at Salem State University - 11th Graders and Invite Only 12th Graders

September 23 - In person Senior Parent Meeting 6pm - 7:30pm - Salem High School Library

September 23 - Early Release Day

September 25 - 11th Grade Class Elections

Preparing for a Successful Senior Year

6:00–7:00 p.m.

Join us online!

Topics Include:

• Graduation requirements
• College and career planning
• Important senior dates and deadlines
• Financial aid and scholarships
• Senior events and activities
• Family questions and answers

Senior families, please join us as we share essential information and resources to help every member of the Class of 2027 finish strong!

Link will be sent out: Tuesday Afternoon.

This year's fall/winter musical is Disney's The Little Mermaid!

Are you interested in auditioning for the show, creating costumes, building sets, or making props? Would you like to help with hair and makeup, lights and sound, or stage crew during the show?

Come to the Drama Club Fall Info Session on Thursday, September 10 at 2:45 PM in the Auditorium. Ask us your questions, and get some answers!

Save the Date: Auditions are Wednesday 9/23 and Thursday 9/24, with callbacks the following week.

For more information, please contact Ms. Hamilton French in room 184 or at lhamiltonfrench@salemk12.org

Every student at Salem High School will /is assigned a chromebook . This will allow every student the opportunity to access our online ecosystem of learning tools. With that said, Salem High School teachers are intentional about teaching students how to search for and use online tools.

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At Salem Public Schools, we believe that access to modern technology is an essential component of 21st-century learning. Digital tools empower our students to research, collaborate, create, and build the critical skills necessary for their futures.

Many school districts charge annual technology or device fees just for a student to receive their assigned computer. We choose not to do this as we firmly believe that financial means should never be a barrier to a student’s education or access to technology.

At the same time, maintaining our technology inventory requires shared responsibility and accountability. While routine access is free, students are expected to treat their district-issued devices with care. In accordance with School Committee policy, in 2026 - 2027 fees will be assessed when a device suffers accidental or intentional damage:

• First Incident: Every student receives one free accidental repair or replacement per school year. We recognize that accidents happen, and this policy ensures a first-time mistake won't result in a financial penalty.

• Subsequent or Intentional Incidents: Any additional damage within the same school year, or damage deemed intentional, will incur repair or replacement fees charged directly to the family as follows:

• $30 invoice for intentional damage that is repairable

• $100 invoice for intentional damage that unable to be repaired

• $100 for a lost Chromebook

By working together to keep devices safe and functional, we can ensure that high-quality technology remains accessible to every student in our district.

The expectation will be that cell phones (this includes any mechanical or electrical device that is capable of playing, recording, storing, or transmitting sounds, images, or data and that are not provided as part of the educational process by school) are off and away during the school day across our schools. We want our students to be fully present throughout the school day so that they can meaningfully engage with their peers, teachers, and the important content that is being shared with them. We believe strongly in the importance of face-to-face conversations and socialization to build meaningful relationships among our youth. If a student needs to contact home during the school day, they can request to use the phone in the school’s office. If it is necessary for a parent to reach their child, they should contact the school office to get a message to their child.

This school year, based on feedback from students they will start the school year with a slightly different procedure with phones. Students will not have to put their phone in a YONDR pouch. Phones must be away from 7:45 - 2:35 pm. Students are also asked to refrain from using ear buds and headphones unless instructed. The goal of this is to maximize time on learning as well as have students interact and enjoy their time with their peers.

During the Day:

• Families who have urgent or emergency situations can reach their students by contacting the Salem High School Main Office 978-740-1123.

• Any student that needs to make a phone call during the day can do so in the main office, with teacher permission, or with their grade level secretary.

“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

Salem High School opened its doors with purpose and possibility. Our ninth graders began by building community, forming connections, discovering their place, and learning what it means to belong to Salem High School. Then, students in grades 10–12 arrived ready to bring that community fully to life.

Across the school, the energy was unmistakable: students welcoming one another, collaborating, solving problems, sharing ideas, and stepping confidently into a new year. These moments capture more than a successful opening—they reflect a school community ready to connect, contribute, and grow together.

The year is just beginning, and Salem High School is already showing what’s possible when every student feels they belong and every voice has a place

This summer, Saylor, Katelin, Amirah, Ann-Neyissa, Janessa, and Justin had the opportunity to participate in MEDscience at Harvard Medical School, where they took part in an exciting week of hands-on learning, teamwork, and real-world medical experiences. The MEDscience team shared how much they enjoyed working with our students and put together highlight videos capturing some of the energy, collaboration, and learning from their week. Check out the highlight videos and see our scholars in action! We are proud to see SHS students taking advantage of opportunities to explore their interests, challenge themselves, and discover possibilities for their futures. Way to represent SHS!

Dear Salem High School Community,

I am pleased to introduce Michael Daly as the new Athletic Director for Salem High School. Michael brings a remarkable record of educational leadership, athletic administration, coaching, program development, and student-centered service. We are excited to welcome him to the Salem Witches family and to the broader Salem Public Schools community.

Michael joins us after seven years as Director of Athletics and Co-Curricular Director at Deering High School in Portland, Maine. He brings more than a decade of experience in secondary-school athletic administration and educational leadership, along with 20 years in collegiate athletics administration and coaching at the NCAA Division I and II levels.

Throughout his career, Michael has expanded opportunities for students, strengthened coaching programs, improved athletic facilities, and supported inclusive participation. At Deering, his leadership helped add new sports and co-curricular programs, build successful cooperative teams, increase student involvement, and create pathways for students to belong, lead, and thrive.

Michael's career reflects a deep belief in the power of athletics to develop character, connection, resilience, and leadership. His accomplishments include two NCAA Division II national championships as the head women's lacrosse coach at Stonehill College, extensive experience at University of New Hampshire, Merrimack College, Saint Anselm College, and induction into both the Stonehill College Athletics Hall of Fame and the Northeast-10 Conference Hall of Fame.

Most importantly, Michael shares our commitment to creating exceptional experiences for every student-athlete. I am confident that his vision, energy, and collaborative leadership will strengthen our programs and honor Salem's proud athletic tradition.

Please join me in welcoming Michael Daly to Salem High School. We look forward to the leadership, relationships, and opportunities he will bring to our students, coaches, families, staff, and community.

Sincerely,

Glenn Burns

Welcome to SY26-27 Early College!

Students going to SSU or NSCC campus this fall, you will receive separate emails from me this week regarding logistics. SSU classes start 9/2 or 9/3. Most NSCC courses start the week of 9/16, but some students have an asynchronous or on-campus course that starts 9/2. Check SSU Navigator or NSCC Navigate for your schedule and room numbers.

Students taking classes with professors coming to SHS, your professors start in a couple of weeks! In the meantime:

• 10th graders and NSCC Speech/First Year Experience (G or H Block) will go to their co-teachers classroom.

• G and H Block Early College go to the 2nd floor IMC classroom during Early College blocks until professors start. I look forward to seeing you there on Thursday!

Reach out or stop by the IMC classroom Thursday 9/3 from 11:00AM-12:30PM or 1:45PM-2:45PM if you need anything:

Here are some helpful links:

• Click here to complete SY 26-27 Family Expectation & Handbook Acknowledgement if you have not already.

• Early College Resources

We are looking for volunteer guest speakers for this year’s Early College programming. We are especially interested in hearing from folks who work in health and human services (e.g. healthcare, criminal justice, social work, education), business, or who are willing to share their own college and career journey. Reach out to akirby@salemk12.org

Alexandra Kirby

Early College Coordinator

Nominations are getting ready to open for our Operation Homefront hosts the Military Child of the Year® Awards!!

Every year (now in its 19th year) Operation Homefront hosts the Military Child of the Year® Awards. The awards are open to military children between the ages of 13-18. There are 7 recipients 1 child from each branch of service and each recipient receives $10,000 CASH, a laptop, other donated goodies, and a 3-day trip to Washington, D.C. with us and their families.

Children are entered by nominations. Anyone that knows a military child can nominate any military child. So, you may nominate your students, friend’s children, children can nominate their siblings and best friends and so on. The awards are open to Active Duty, reserves, Gold Star, National Guard, AND retired military children. The program is entirely FREE and exclusive to military children, and you do not need to create an account to submit a nomination.

If you know a military child, we would love to hear their story!!

If interested please email:

Danielle.Campbell@OperationHomefront.org
OperationHomefront.org

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