Spartan Newsletter

March 5 - Mini conferences (history, math, CTE, PE/health)

March 5 - Joint percussion concert @VVMS 6pm

March 11 - District advanced choral festival

March 11 - Orchestra festival show @SHHS 7:30pm

March 12 - School community council 3pm

March 13 - End of term 3

March 16 - Beginning of term 4

March 18 - Half day dismissal @11:15am

April 6-10 - Spring break

Yo-Yo Competition Winners!

All participating students did wonderfully in our yo-yo competition on Feb 13th. The winner for 8th grade was Kaiden Neilsen and for 9th grade Jack Schouten. Jack and Kaiden won our grand prize - a professional duncan yo-yo.

Mental Health Screener

Nebo District is offering a mental health screener for students on the evening of March 23, 2026, at Spring Canyon 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.

Math Lab

Salem Jr provides after school math services every week Tuesday through Friday! Have your student stay after school for math help. Below are the rooms where math lab is held.

JH Track and Field

Salem Junior High Track and Field

Registration is open at registermyathlete.com and is open to all 8th and 9th grade boys and girls who want to join us to run, jump or throw.

Parent Meeting is on 3/3

First day of practice 3/9

Any questions please contact Coach Grisham as carmen.grisham@nebo.edu

JH Boys Tennis

Greetings Parents!

I am Ben Sutton, the new coach of the Salem Jr High Boys Tennis team! If your boy is interested in playing on the team, please fill out the Boys Tennis Interest Survey.

By way of introduction…
I live in Salem with my wife and 4 children at home
I am not a full time teacher, I work in Provo
I enjoy tennis, but have never played competitively
I’ve decided to coach tennis out of an interest in helping boys develop interest in, and improve their skills with, the sport. I’ll provide a structured environment that encourages them to realize that their efforts are what determines their success. Should be a great time!

Some preliminary information that may help…
Boys of all skill levels are encouraged to participate.
Matches will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30, starting on March 24th.
Practices will be held Mondays and Wednesdays after school, starting 2-3 weeks before the first match.
At this level of play, I will not be super strict about attendance, but expect to use the “reasonable parent” standard…If your boy will not be attending practice or matches, I expect communication about it ahead of time.
I am not expecting to have “try outs” unless interest is excessive.
The Survey will help me get organized and best serve you and your boy. If you’re interested, please fill it out!

Boys Tennis Interest Survey

Feel free to email or text me with any specific questions.

Intramural Weight Lifting

Salem Jr. High is excited to offer a weight lifting Intramural opportunity for students who want to get stronger, faster, and more confident in the weight room. The group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30–7:30 AM and is football-tailored, focusing on strength, speed, and injury prevention—but all are welcome, no matter their sport or experience level. Whether you’ve lifted for years or have never touched a barbell, this club is designed to teach proper technique, build confidence, and create a positive team environment. Come work hard, improve, and start your day strong!