SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

1/28/24 - Salem Philharmonic Concert Series 3-5pm

2/2/24 - End of 2nd Term

2/8/24 - Open Mic Night

2/9/24 - Report Cards Posted to Aspen Portal

Jake Fritz in his first year at Ramapo College of New Jersey has earned his position in the rotation this volleyball season. Jake is continuing to make Salem High School proud of his accomplishments! #GoWitch

This Wednesday Salem High School will begin monthly drawings for being on time to school. Every scholar that is on time to school will receive a ticket that they place their name on and place in the bucket for the item they would like to win.

We will still continue to enforce three tardies a term and scholars will need to make that time up in detention.

If a scholar or family is having a hardship with attending school on time, please reach out gburns@salemk12.org

Exciting News! Salem High School students now have the opportunity to stay for dinner any day after school! Dinner will be served in the SHS first-floor cafeteria from 3:05 PM - 4:35 PM starting this coming Monday 12/11. These meals are FREE for all students.

We are excited to announce that the 2024 Applications for the Apprenticeship Program are now open until January 31st. As a reminder, all applicants MUST submit their application BEFORE they apply for the scholarship. Below is the link to the JATC website, once on the page select “click here to apply”. Applicants will be prompted to create an account to apply. Please follow the Applicant Login Instructions listed on the right-hand side of the page.

Electrical and Telecommunications Apprenticeships offered by Local 103, IBEW and Boston Chapter NECA - Boston JATCBoston JATC

The Community Office at Saltonstall is now open every Tuesday and Thursday 4 -7pm. The community office provides additional supports for high school scholars in all academic areas.

Free college access program for juniors and seniors after school at SHS through LEAP for Education’s College Success Program.

For questions, contact Norma Ramirez, Site Coordinator, at nramirez@leaap4ed.org or 978-414-5383.

Sign Up Now: https://leap4ed.formtitan.com/high-school-registration#/

Completely free after school program for students grades 9-12 where you can get homework help, try different activities, go on fun field trips, explore your career interests and meet new people! We are a drop-in center therefore you can come whenever you are available, perfect for those who have a busy schedule as well!

If you’re interested or you have questions, contact Ivana Buenopena, Teen Center Manager, at ibuenopena@leap4ed.org or 978-228-1196.

Tradition, Pride, and Excellence is often overstated by most educational institutions. I believe this too often understated at Salem High School. The long history of academics, athletics, and excellence in the arts is nothing short of impressive. Whether you walk the halls of Salem High School and admire the academic plaques or enter the field house and see the many banners and jerseys on the walls, there is no doubt Salem High School has fostered more than its share of special moments. So while many talk about tradition, pride, and excellence, Salem High School is steeped in these values.

The community of Salem High School is built to support every scholar in reaching their dreams and maximizing their fullest potential. The many accolades that have been placed on our scholars past, present, and future were not accidents but from the intentional choices of a caring and committed school community! We welcome our next generation of Witches while we honor those that came before and bestowed the expectation of excellence in all that we do.

Be About It!

#GoWitch

Salem High School once again is engaging in a rigorous four-day international relations simulation. #GoWitch

Harvard Model United Nations is a four-day international relations simulation for high school students held annually in downtown Boston. At HMUN, delegates gain insight into the workings of the United Nations and the dynamics of international relations by assuming the roles of world leaders and international decision makers. HMUN is an exciting opportunity for young leaders to debate the most pressing issues of the day and to draft innovative, creative solutions. Participants will develop several skills throughout this process, including but not limited to: public speaking, negotiation, teamwork, leadership, and policy crafting.

True to the spirit of the United Nations, HMUN strives to foster a constructive forum for open dialogue on a range of complex issues, including international peace and security and economic and social progress. We ask delegates to think critically about the world around them, and to think in new and ambitious ways. What is the purpose of multilateral organizations like the United Nations? What can they achieve? How do we balance national interests with the interests of the international community? How do we ensure that those with power use it responsibly? What can young people do to affect change in their own communities and the world at large? (https://www.harvardmun.org/about-what)

Last weekend Salem High School Robotics competed at North Andover High School. What an experience for our Witches. This program is growing and is part of the engineering and computer science pathways at Salem High School.

Juan Lopez 3

Marc Berube 40

Tom Doyle 33

Mike Fritz 23 (Captain)

Pedro Jimenez 21

Mike Giardi 14 (Captain)

Rick Brunson 12 (Captain)

Joey Toups 24

Jamie Galaris 44

Juny Velez 31

George McDonald 20

Matt Canney 42

Erik Leibowicz 13

Jason Malko

Team Manager: Jamie Armstrong

Asst Coach Wayne Hanscom

Asst Varsity Coach Jim Silvio

Head Coach Jack O'Brien

Podcast: Salem High Boys Basketball Coach Tom Doyle – Witches to Honor 1990 State Championship Team Friday Night

https://www.msonewsports.com/podcast-salem-high-boys-basketball-coach-tom-doyle-witches-to-honor-1990-state-championship-team-friday-night-7-p-m/

Salem 54, Marblehead 49: With the 1990 state championship team holding a reunion, this year's Witches kept themselves in the Northeastern Conference title race with an impressive home win. Freshman Elian Rodriguez scored 24 points with three steals and three assists and classmate Jordan Maxson notched 18 while going 5-of-6 at the free throw line to help ice the triumph. Rocco Ryan and Devante Ozuna were huge on the glass with seven rebounds each and Corey Grimes collected six as Salem improved to 8-3.

Salem Gymnastics is growing and improving each match. This impressive group of scholar athletes demonstrate incredible athleticism and creativity.

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 - Coming Soon

Grade 9 Counselors

Maureen Beaudet Last Names A - K

Alice Ryan Last Names L - Z

Grade 10 Counselors

Kerry McHugh Last Names A - K

Rachael Kozlowski Last Names L - Z

Grade 11 Counselors

Maureen Beaudet Last Names A - L

Alice Ryan Last Names M - Z

Grade 12 Counselors

Kerry McHugh Last Names A - K

Rachael Kozlowski Last Names L - Z

Multilingual Learners Newcomer - Intermediate Counselor 9-12

Claribel Paulino

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 FAFSA is here! Almost all trade schools, colleges, and many gap year programs require the FAFSA to be eligible for financial aid.

Please note that many schools have February 1 priority deadlines for financial aid, so it is important that you and your family fill this out as soon as possible.

If you are not sure of your plans, please fill out the FAFSA so that you are eligible for financial aid if you choose to participate in or attend a program that accepts the FAFSA.

We will be offering FAFSA support here at the high school and there are FAFSA Days around the state that can also provide assistance.

*Note: You and your guardians must each have an FSAID to complete and submit your FAFSA.

1. Create your FSAID Account for you and your guardian/parent - https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch

2. FAFSA Application Link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

If you need support to complete your FAFSA please feel free to access the following:

FAFSA Day - https://masfaa.org/fafsaday/

Uspire – Confidential Text Messages: 978-300-8878

SATs next test date is March 9th and the registration deadline is February 23rd . If you or your scholar is unsure if a subject test is required with the application to a certain school, please contact your scholars’ counselor. See your counselor if your scholar needs a fee waiver. Register Here

*Salem High School will be offering in school SAT Day for all 11th graders in April.

As students prepare for the digital SAT, it’s critical for them to have access to free, best-in-class, official SAT resources. Khan Academy® has partnered directly with College Board to help students focus on the exact skills they need to succeed on the digital SAT. With Khan Academy's digital SAT test prep course, students can sharpen their skills with thousands of practice questions, videos, lessons, and hints, plus test-taking tips and strategies.

Click here to sign up for practice exams and other resources through College Board!

Salem High School is excited to announce the first annual on the spot admission days with Northern Essex Community College and Lesley University. Students can sign up for an appointment to meet with a college representative and complete the application in person for an on the spot decision to either institution.

January 29: Northern Essex Community College

• Any senior is eligible to attend the event to meet with an admissions representative

• No additional information is required prior to the meeting

• Scholars MUST sign up for an appointment with Ms. Grateaux to attend the event during their time slot

February 8th: Lesley University

• Any senior is eligible to attend the event to meet with an admissions representative

• Any senior that has been accepted or has a pending application is encouraged to attend

• Seniors attending the event should meet with their counselor prior to the event to fill out the common application

• Seniors interested in the BFA program must have their portfolios submitted to the school no later than February 5th.

• Scholars MUST sign up for an appointment with Ms. Gratereaux to attend the event during their time slot.

The Unify Against Bullying (UAB) Scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students who have demonstrated a commitment to unifying against bullying. This scholarship seeks to support their pursuit of higher education at accredited academic institutions. UAB is dedicated to empowering individuals who have the potential to make a positive impact on their communities and promote unity and inclusivity.

To be eligible for the Unify Against Bullying Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. High School Completion: Applicants must have successfully completed their high school education in Western Massachusetts.

2. Educational Enrollment:

Applicants must be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in one of the following:

• An accredited two-year community college

• An accredited technical college

• An accredited trade school

• A full-time undergraduate degree program (12 semester hours of credit or as defined by the institution) at an accredited four-year college or university.

3. Non-Transferable: Scholarships are non-transferable and must be accepted as awarded. Scholarship funds will not be paid to academic institutions outside of the United States.

4. Ineligibility: The following individuals are not eligible to apply:

• Officers, directors, members, or employees of Unify Against Bullying.

• Any individuals associated with the development or administration of the scholarship.

• Immediate family members (i.e., parents, children, siblings, or spouse) of any of the above.

• Persons living in the household of any of the aforementioned individuals, whether or not related. UAB reserves the right to disqualify any applicant from the scholarship at its sole discretion.

Application Requirements:

• Applicants must meet the scholarship's eligibility requirements

• Submit a completed application, including all required documents and information

• Agree to be bound by these Official Scholarship Rules

UAB expressly reserves the right to disqualify any applicant and/or applications that are inaccurate, incomplete, or that UAB believes in good faith to be generated by automated means or scripts or are the result of plagiarism.

Link: https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/unify-against-bullying-scholarship

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: Ames, IA

Mascot: Cy The Cardinal

Enrollment: 30,708

GPA: 3.7

SAT Score Average: 1180

ACT Score Average: 24

Iowa State University of Science and Technology, generally referred to as Iowa State, is a public flagship land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa, United States. It is the largest university in the state of Iowa and the 3rd largest university in the Big 12 athletic conference. Iowa State is classified as a Research University with very high research activity (RU/VH) by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Iowa State is also a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), which consists of 62 leading research universities in North America.

Founded in 1858 and coeducational from its start, Iowa State became the nation’s first designated land-grant institution when the Iowa Legislature accepted the provisions of the 1862 Morrill Act on September 11, 1862, making Iowa the first state in the nation to do so.

Iowa State's academic offerings are administered today through eight colleges, including the graduate college, that offer over 100 bachelor's degree programs, 112 master's degree programs, and 83 at the Ph.D. level, plus a professional degree program in Veterinary Medicine.

Iowa State University's athletic teams, the Cyclones, compete in Division I of the NCAA and are a founding member of the Big 12 Conference. The Cyclones field 16 varsity teams and have won numerous NCAA national championships. (https://kids.kiddle.co/Iowa_State_University)

Fast Facts: https://www.ir.iastate.edu/factbook/2022-2023

Virtual and In-Person Tours: https://www.youvisit.com/tour/iastate

Website: https://www.iastate.edu/