Spartan Newsletter

Feb - Black history month

Feb 2-6 - National counselor week

Feb 3 - Basketball @SaJHS

Feb 3 - Student of the month breakfast

Feb 4 - Battle of the books

Feb 5 - NAEP Testing

Feb 6 - Midterm

SheTech Explorer Day is a hands-on tech conference for high school girls designed to spark interest in STEM through interactive workshops and real-world challenges. Girls explore fields like robotics, coding, digital media, and health sciences while engaging with industry mentors and female role models. The day features inspiring speakers and a collaborative TechChallenge, encouraging innovation, problem-solving, and creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Explorer Day is open to all girls in grades 9th-12th and will be held at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah, on February 24. Talk to Mrs. Daley in the counseling to register!

The ALC will be having an open house on February 5th from 4 to 6 PM. Come learn about the various programs that are offered to high school students. See flyer below.

Salem Junior High will participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on Thursday, February 5, 2026. NAEP is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students know and can do in various subjects. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics, within the U.S. Department of Education. NAEP is different from our state assessments because it is a common measure of achievement across the

country. Please see the attachment for more information.

Congratulations to the January students of the month! Ella Esplin, Ted Gordon, Taya Littlefield, Haley Willis, and Daisy Gonzalez.

The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) has released a new parent education video developed in response to S.B. 98 (2025): Parental Education on Student Use of Technology Amendments. The video provides parents and guardians with clear, accessible information about technology-related risks and safety considerations for students.

INFORMATION:

Check out their youtube channel: USBE Prevention YouTube Channel

For more information visit USBE’s Safe Use of Technology webpage for additional information.

During the 2025 Legislative Session, the Utah State Legislature passed S.B. 98, aimed at increasing parental awareness about the safety and legal risks students may encounter when using technology.

In collaboration with Bonneville Communications, the Utah State Board of Education has created a brief, informative video to help families better understand issues such as:

• Risks associated with sharing personal information online

• Dangers tied to creating or sharing sexual or nude images, including artificially generated images

• Practical ways families can support safe and responsible technology use

  
  

USBE has made this resource available statewide to ensure every parent has the opportunity to learn about these important topics.

Thank you for empowering your family with the knowledge they need to guide and protect students in today’s digital environment.

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.

SHHS girls golf try outs are Feb 24th and 26th. Check out the flyer below for more info.

Want to get involved? Salem Jr is looking for coaches for our upcoming track and field season as well as boy's tennis. Just apply through the district website (nebo.edu) then click 'jobs' and search 'Salem Jr'.

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!

Join our running/weight training/conditioning intramural to help get ready for spring sports! See flyer below for sign ups and details.

Want to learn more about SHHS sports? Check out the ppt below.