The Spartan Newsletter

September 11 - Cross Country @ Mapleton Jr.

September 15 - Girls Tennis @ Payson Jr.

September 17

- Girls Tennis @ SHHS

- Parent Teacher Conferences

September 18 - Cross Country @ Payson Jr.

September 21

- Staff Development Day (Half-Day Schedule)

- Mental Health Screener @Diamond Fork MS 4-8pm

October 2 - Statewide Read-a-Thon

We know mornings can be hectic, alarms mysteriously stop working, and sometimes everyone gets into the car before realizing someone is still looking for a shoe. 👟

Here are the attendance basics for students and parents/guardians:

📝 Absences

All absences must be excused by a parent or guardian during the term in which the absence occurred.

Parent tip: Don’t wait until the end of the term to remember that your student was absent three weeks ago. Future-you will appreciate it. 😄

⏰ 1st Period Tardies

Parents or guardians may excuse up to 5 first-period tardies per term.

Once those five are used, students may choose to work off additional tardies by:

• Working with a teacher

• Attending Math Lab

Students: Five may sound like a lot… until you realize you've already used four. 👀

Parents: Yes, we know mornings happen. That's why there are five. 😉

🚶 Tardies During the School Day

Tardies that occur during the school day cannot be excused by a parent or guardian unless the student was previously checked out through the office.

Students may choose to make up these tardies.

In other words: “But my mom said it was okay!” doesn't magically erase a tardy.

🏫 Closed Campus

Salem Junior High is a closed-campus school.

Students may not leave campus without being properly checked out through the office by a parent or guardian.

And yes, this includes lunch. 🍕🥪

Want to leave campus for lunch? A parent or guardian needs to check you out through the office.

Students: The sidewalk is not a secret exit.
Parents: Please help us keep track of your humans. We like knowing where they are. 😄

👯 Group Check-Outs

We do not allow group check-outs.

We know it can be tempting to think, “Since you're checking out my student, can you just take these five other kids too?”

Unfortunately, that's not how this works. 😂

Because group check-outs create additional challenges for teachers and staff, each student must be checked out individually through the office.

Lunch-Time Check-Outs 🍕

Trying to find a student during lunch can sometimes feel like a Where’s Waldo adventure! To make things easier, please check students out a little before lunch or after lunch is over.

Let’s save everyone the lunchtime scavenger hunt!

⭐ The Attendance Golden Rule

Be here. Be on time. Stay on campus. Follow the check-out rules.

We promise we're not trying to ruin anyone's day. We're just trying to keep track of approximately a million junior-high-sized humans while making sure everyone is safe, accounted for, and where they're supposed to be.

Thanks, parents and students, for helping us make attendance a little less dramatic! 💙

Hello Spartan Families,

We are in need of a few volunteers to donate some food items for the upcoming Parent Teacher Conference teacher dinners on September 17. Please visit our Signup Genius to find what items are needed. Thanks for supporting our teachers!

Dear Parent or Guardian,

Nebo District is offering a mental health screener for students on the evening of September 21, 2026, at Diamond Fork Middle School from 4 pm to 8 pm. We will be using Terrace Metrics software to measure mental and emotional strengths, as well as screen for anxiety, depression, trauma, and suicidal ideation of students in grades 6-12. Students in grades 3-5 may participate to be screened for mental and emotional strengths, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

If you would like to participate, please sign up here for an appointment. The assessment tool takes an average of 15 minutes to complete. Afterward, you and your student will meet with a school counselor or social worker to discuss the results of the assessment and receive resources, as needed.

Link to Parent Information Video (5 minutes)

Prior to taking the mental health screener, a consent form needs to be completed by the parent/guardian. The consent form will be available upon arrival at the screener event.

If you have any questions, please contact your school counselor.

Sincerely,

Jade Andersen

Coordinator of Student Services

Joining National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is a great opportunity to grow as a leader, serve your school and community, and be recognized for your hard work and character. To qualify, students need at least a 3.0 GPA and all “S” marks in citizenship. Members build teamwork and leadership skills, participate in service projects that make a difference, and strengthen their applications for future opportunities like scholarships, jobs, and college. It’s a chance to connect with other motivated students and create a positive impact together. Apply by September 9th.

Candidates will be notified regarding selection or non selection by September 11, 2026.
Following notification, a formal induction ceremony is held at the school to recognize all the newly selected members on September 17, at 6:00 PM

SaJHS Member Selection Process

Salem Jr. High is excited to offer a Weightlifting Intramural for any student looking to get stronger, faster, and more confident in the weight room!

We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 2:40–3:40 PM. Workouts are football-focused, emphasizing strength, speed, athletic development, and injury prevention, but all students are welcome, regardless of sport or experience level.

Whether you’re an experienced lifter or brand new to the weight room, you’ll learn proper technique, build confidence, and train in a positive, team-focused environment.

Come work hard, get stronger, and become a better athlete! 💪

Please follow us on social media for more school information and fun!

School Website: https://www.sajhs.nebo.edu/o/sajhs
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalemJuniorSpartans
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajhsspartans

Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://nebout.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/nebo.jsp