SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

June 13 - June 18 - Finals Week

June 20 - Last Day of School

Final exam Schedule for scholars in grades 9 - 11 can be found below. It is important that scholars attend all finals. These are early release days which end at 12:30. Teachers will be available for tutoring, checkins, and makeup exams from 12:30 - 2:35 during Finals.

Link to Finals Schedule: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UuEC6nH7JUfxTNKO4doaEUvTBgl2h85dnSkbJDOkc_Y/edit?usp=sharing

LEAP for Education Summer Work Program has a few spots available for students not currently enrolled in LEAP’s school-year programs, and they're excited to open applications for the next . All applicants will be notified one week after the application window closes about placement or waitlist status.

This is an opportunity for students to explore career paths, build their networks, and develop skills while earning an income.

Who Can Apply:
Students ages 14–19 living or attending school in Salem or Lynn. Multilingual learners are welcome - we will have a special cohort to support them.

Program Details:
Location: Salem State University
Dates: July 7 – August 14, 2025
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: $15/hour for payroll-eligible youth; others can participate as volunteers

Application Deadline: Friday, June 6th
If you have any questions, email us at Summerwork@leap4ed.org.

Best,
The LEAP Summer Work Program Team
Summer Work Program team
978-219-9881 | summerwork@leap4ed.org
www.leap4ed.org | 35 Congress Street, Suite 102, Salem, MA

Link for Further Information: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzA5MzY3MjMyNTMw/m/NzY2MjEzMDU3MDg5/details

Transportation applications for the 2025-26 school year are now open in the Aspen Family Portal.

All students who wish to ride the bus for the 2025-26 school year must submit an application, even if the student currently rides the bus or is considered a mandatory rider. A completed application must be submitted by Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Applications received after July 1, 2025, will not be accepted except in extenuating circumstances to allow proper time for processing and routing.

• Transportation Application Letter: ENG | ESP | POR
• VIEW: Transportation Application Instructions
• Step-by-Step Bus Application in Aspen: ENG | ESP | POR

For more information, visit the Salem Public Schools Transportation website or contact us at:

• T: (978) 740-1240
• dbido@salemk12.org
• jbarros@salemk12.org

In the last month our Witches have thrived in a supportive and inclusive community that values academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. From exciting athletic events to outstanding arts and extracurricular programs, there’s always something happening that brings families together. Being a part of the Witch City legacy means being part of something truly special!

Be About It!

#GoWitch

The Future of Salem High School is Bright! Check out these members of the Class of 2029 that took advantage of our Shadow Day Program.

Shadow Days:

Shadow Days will be held during the school day. Students will be paired with a student in 9th grade and follow their schedule with them. We look forward to welcoming your student into the Salem High School community.

Angelise '29 is looking forward to CTE Courses specifically Early Childcare! #GoWitch LET'S GO WITCHES!

Lachlan '29 is looking forward to Photography, Soccer, and Jazz Band! #GoWitch LET'S GO WITCHES!

Congratulations to the Class of 2025, families and Salem High School faculty! For the first time in 20 years Salem High School held graduation at Bertram Field and it was a great night for our families and graduates. There is so much to celebrate with this class, but what stands out most is their character. This class brought about a huge shift in culture from Unified Athletics to over 200% increase in AP tests taken. The members of this class were fully present in all that they did and I can't wait to see what comes next for them! #GoWitch

To open Senior Week Thursday, May 29, members of the Salem High School Class of 2025 celebrated the second annual Senior Solstice in which they paraded through the elementary schools they once attended.

Seniors were greeted by former educators and raucous students applauding and showing signs wishing good luck.

Complete Article with Pictures: https://salemk12.org/news/salem-high-school-class-of-2025-senior-solstice/

This Saturday Salem High School celebrated Girls in Sports Day. It was amazing to be part of such a community event with our high schoolers sharing their passion and skills with our elementary schoolers. #GoWitch

• The Cinnamon Roll of Happiness, a short play directed by Lizzy Mahady
• A Death Wish of a Mission, a staged reading of a short play written by Liana Galvan
• New York, a 10 minute musical written by Mara Laskowski
• Run This Town, a 10 minute musical performed by Foundations of Musical Theatre students
• Music/dance videos created by Global Dance students Julissa Telemaco and Taliyah Perrin
• A monologue by Liv Davis

Students worked on all aspects of these productions, from designing and building sets, to acting, to making props and sourcing costumes. Some of the actors are new to drama or normally backstage working on tech, and are making their stage debuts at the encouragement of their director friends!

How to Access your College and Career Counselor:

1) Scholars can ask for a pass from their teacher to see a counselor

2) Scholars can email their counselor regarding a concern or to make an appointment.

3) Scholars can also use the counselors' YouCanBookMe Links below

Kerry McHugh - https://kmchugh.youcanbook.me

Alice Ryan - https://msryansalemhigh.youcanbook.me

Maureen Beaudet - https://maureen-beaudet.youcanbook.me

Rachael Kozlowski - https://mskoz.youcanbook.me

Claribel Paulino - https://cpaulino.youcanbook.me

Alexandra Kirby - Early College Coordinator - akirby@salemk12.org

Meet your counselor! No matter where your scholar is on their journey in high school, their counselor can help provide valuable and useful information to guide them to post secondary success. Your scholar’s counselor will meet both individually and in groups to create a high school and postsecondary plan that meets your scholar’s unique needs. Please feel free to make an appointment anytime to get to know how this department can help your family and scholars in any way!

The U.S. Education Department (USED) has announced that the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be launched through a new process. Starting on Tuesday, October 1, USED will release the 2025-26 FAFSA form for testing with a limited set of students and institutions. The department will make the application available to all students on or before Sunday, December 1. This process will allow USED to test and resolve issues before making the form available to all students and contributors.

Massachusetts students can find information about college financial aid on this shared web site and through the Department of Higher Education’s Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Salem High School Counselors will continue to work with our community partners to provide continual support around the financial aid process as the year progresses including workshops, one-on-one support in person and virtually, and student lesson planning.

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: Quebec City, Quebec Canada

Mascot: Victor Eagle

Enrollment: 55,000

GPA Average: 3.0

SAT Score Average: 1200

ACT Score Average: 27

• Oldest French-language university in North America: Founded in 1663 as the Séminaire de Québec, it received its university charter in 1852.
• Located in Quebec City: A UNESCO World Heritage site and the only walled city in North America.
• Large student body: Over 47,000 students, with a significant number of international students.
• Major research university: Ranked among the top 10 Canadian universities in research funding, with numerous research chairs, centers, and institutes.
• Environmentally conscious: The first voluntarily carbon-neutral university in Canada, with 64% of the campus dedicated to green space.
• Offers over 550 programs: Including over 125 online programs, according to the University of the Arctic.
• Part of Quebec City's vibrant community: The university actively engages with the local community and contributes to its vibrancy

Virtual and In-Person Tours: https://www.ulaval.ca/en/ulaval-experience/campus-tours

Website: https://www.ulaval.ca/en

Education Required: Bachelor's and for some Master's Degree

Typical Tasks Associated with This Career:

• Collecting digital evidence from computers, servers, phones, and other devices
• Analyzing malware or tracing the origin of cyberattacks
• Recovering deleted files and encrypted data
• Writing detailed forensic reports for legal or internal use
• Testifying in court as an expert witness
• Staying updated with the latest hacking methods and forensic tools
• Using tools like EnCase, FTK, Autopsy, X-Ways, and Wireshark
• Collaborating with law enforcement or legal teams during investigations

Expected Income: Average $100,000

Job Growth: 14% over next 10 years

Related High School Coursework

• Computer Science / Programming (Python, Java, etc.)

• Mathematics (especially algebra and statistics)

• Information Technology (networking basics)

• Science (especially physics and general science logic)

• Digital Media / STEM electives

• Forensic Science, if offered

• AP or Honors English (for strong report writing and communication)