Due to the expected incoming severe weather, we are going to dismiss at 1:00 pm today. This dismissal will allow us to transport all students home, as well as have our bus drivers return before the weather arrives.
The safe rooms at all three school buildings will be open to the community for tornado warnings.
Salem High School Prom will be held Saturday, April 27, at Cornerstone Hall from 7-11 p.m. Ticket sales will be sold April 1-12 - NO LATE SALES. All tickets are $50. For information, contact Mrs. Brewer at kbrewer@salemschools.us or Mrs. Elgin at melgin@salemschools.us.
It's that time of year again for the Annual M(art)ch Madness! March is not only for basketball and shamrocks; it is also Youth Art Month. We are having our own M(ART)CH MADNESS to see what piece of art is voted the champion for this year's contest.
Our theme for this year is Illustrations created by Illustrators. Illustrations are a unique art form in that they help to tell a story or can carry a story without even needing words. You can't judge a book by its cover, but there is something magical about illustrations that literally draw people into a story and affect how you experience a book.
We hope you will participate with us! You can vote for your favorite illustrations here: https://forms.gle/LZ52zy6Dyfad18rq5
Salem High School has created a team for the blood drive. Join our team, Salem High School Indiana, on the #RedCrossBloodApp and help the American Red Cross save even more lives. https://redcrossblood.app.link/jointeam-65ea04793cc65/55674
Student Council will host a spring blood drive with the Red Cross on Monday, March 18, in the main gym from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The February issue of the SHS News is out! This is a publication put together by our newspaper and digital media class.
Join us for Night of the Arts on Monday, March 4, in the ROC (new gym) at SMS from 6-8 p.m.
As a precaution, if tornado warnings are issued this evening, all three safe rooms on the Salem Community Schools campus will be open for those who need a place to take shelter.
Say Yes to the Prom Dress will be held March 10 from 12-2 p.m. at SHS!
Students in Mrs. Elgin's Principles of Teaching class is working on introductory lessons this week. Brooklyn introduced the differences between sensory, short term and long term memory. Kendall introduced jump roping and Zander introduced ecosystems at the creek. They had to choose a state standard and build the lesson around that standard. It is a beautiful day to take learning outside!
Senior night will be held tomorrow night for all winter sports athletes. The recognition will take place between the JV and varsity games, at approximately 7 p.m. We are proud of these student-athletes and the dedication to their sports. We hope you will join us!
Taking dual credit classes in high school is just one of the many benefits of being a student at Salem High School. This graphic only represents classes offered through Ivy Tech, we also have students taking classes through Vincennes and IU. The dual credits will transfer to ALL Indiana colleges and universities and most out of state schools as well. That means many SHS graduates that go on to college are able to graduate after 3 years, saving several thousand dollars in tuition.
Attention parents: This letter was sent home with your child in January. We will be conducting this state-wide Indiana Youth Survey in the next 10 days. Thank you for your cooperation!
The SHS Student Council is planning dress up days in honor of Valentine's Day next week! Show your school spirit and help us celebrate a fun week!
Save the date!! April 13 is the next Bohemian Supper Club! Come hear SHS alumni, retired teachers, as well as current students and staff, perform! It's always a fun night! Tickets go on sale March 1.
Mrs. Kritzer and the SHS JAG classes attended the JAG Career Development Conference last Friday.
Freshmen JAG students read to elementary school classes for their January service learning project. Look for a story coming soon about Mrs. Kritzer and the JAG program!
Salem middle and high school band members participated in the solo and ensemble contest last week and brought home 12 gold and 5 silver medals. Congratulations to everyone!
The following students participated:
SMS:
Claire Schmaltz
Cole Cissna
Clara Zinser
Jace Canada
Carson Shields
Jamison Hoke
Alex Blake
Lyric Kay
SHS:
Delainey Predmore
Tim Pate
Hannah Brown
Addix Hoke
Anna Hobbs
Madison Setser
Corbin Karnes
Raewyn Perry
Carolyn Casey
Ben McClure
Audrey Bower
Jordan Pham
Rhianna Perry
Graham Houchin
Dallin Thomas
Schneck Medical Center and the Schneck Foundation donated an AED machine to Salem High School. Pictured, from left, are Schneck representatives Shelby Eggers and Stephanie Flinn, Principal Troy Albert, and Dr. Eric Fish, from Schneck. We appreciate their support of our students and community! #LionPride
Senior Delainey Predmore was named an Indianapolis NBA All-Star Rising Star in association with the NBA All-Star Legacy Grants. This award includes a $2,400 scholarship for each Rising Star payable to the college, university, or postsecondary institution they attend after high school graduation.
Predmore was nominated by the Washington County Family YMCA, who said Delainey Predmore is a driven young woman who cares deeply for her community.
As stated by her nominator, "Delainey Predmore has provided years of consistent service and dedication with the Washington County Family YMCA. Before Delainey accepted a position as a Day Camp Counselor, she volunteered with our Summer Day Camp Program as a Counselor in Training.”
In addition to her work with the Washington County Family YMCA, Delainey is a member of the National Honor Society and the winter guard, as well as the Salem High School marching band. She is also a member of several other school clubs and organizations, including the student council and Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD).
Delainey serves her community as the current 4-H president, camp counselor at Camp Rivervale, Salem band concession stand volunteer, and Sunday school assistant teacher at Wesley Chapel UMC.
Her nominator continued to say, “While I have been her direct supervisor for the past three years, I have had the opportunity to watch her grow personally, and as a member of our team. Delainey is a positive influence on her peers and a strong asset to any group that she is placed in.”
Congratulations, Delainey! #LionPride
