SALEM HIGH SCHOOL

10/30/23 - No School

10/31/23 - No School

11/7/23 - No School

11/8/23 - Marine Corps Birthday Ball 6 - 8:30pm

11/10/23 - Veterans Day Observed - No School

11/15/23 - Fall Recital 7pm - 9pm

11/18/23 - JROTC Devil Dog Competition 8am - 10am

11/21/23 - Deck The Halls

11/22/23 - End of Term 1

11/22/23 - Early Release 12:30 and Pep Rally

11/23/23 - No School Thanksgiving #GoWitch

11/24/23 - No School

Created by students, for students

This is the first edition of the year of the Salem High School Writers and Poets Newsletter: https://www.smore.com/178fy

Salem High School has a long list of exceptional graduates. This Friday night I had the opportunity to catch up with Dante Roper and Breana Stead both are members Class of 2022.

Breana Stead continued to Salem State University School of Nursing from the Salem High School Medical Assisting Program. Breana is an exceptional scholar and just received 97.8 on her latest test, tied for the top of the class with another Salem High School graduate!

Dante Roper was a member of our Electrical Program at Salem High School and has continued in the field with Electrical Dynamics out of North Reading.

We are proud of our Witches and always roll out the red carpet when they come home, Once a Witch Always A Witch!

Emails will be sent to you directly from Geskus to order pictures from the retake.

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.

No matter your personal trajectory Salem High School has what you need to explore and create experiences necessary to reach your goals. We are proud of our scholar and the opportunities they have to grow into their passions!

Be About It!

#GoWitch

While creating products for the"Candy Cauldron" treat shop, scholars learned how to follow steps to manufacture a uniform product, take inventory, and create informational signage that contains only important information. They were also able to greet customers, take orders, count money give change, and deliver products to customers around the school.

Tilda Rieder, a senior at Salem High School, was named the recipient of the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (MASS) Award for Academic Excellence, Superintendent Dr. Stephen Zrike announced Monday. Ms. Rieder was presented a citation Monday, Oct. 16 at the Salem School Committee meeting by Dr. Zrike and Mayor Dominick Pangallo. The honor is presented to the outstanding senior who exemplifies academic excellence, models character and leadership qualities and consistent pursuit of excellence. Continue reading

This past Wednesday members of the Class of 2024 were supported as they engaged in;

- Resume Writing

- College Essay Writing

- Common Application

- Union/trade Information Session

The Class of 2027 engaged in with professionals across many industries. We are fortunate to have an incredible community that are looking to engage and train the next generation of professionals.

Senior Night: Special shoutout to our INCREDIBLE Seniors for all of the hard work, dedication, & love you’ve poured into our program! Cristal, Suz, Sky, Laila, Jess, Jesly, Isvely, & Kianny

On Senior Night all three Salem teams (Varsity, JV, and JV2) defeated Beverly.

Last Match of 2023 Big Win: Varsity & JV wrapped up the season with BIG wins vs Salem Academy! What better way to head into Halloween weekend than a Witch City Win!

Witches Beat Danvers 2-1!

Incredible game and comeback from our Witches. While our Wtiches fell short on the last play of the game, there is no doubt of the heart, skill, and drive our team possesses. Instant Classic in front of a packed house! #GoWitch

Salem News Article: https://www.salemnews.com/sports/short-but-sweet-peabody-stops-salems-two-point-try-to-win-a-classic-27-26/article_424b1418-7536-11ee-b799-1b5a90c5ebce.html

Large Photo Credit: Salem News

Click on Image to see Witches Bracket

Riley Fenerty represented the Witches this past Monday at the MIAA Division 3 North Golf Tournament. #GoWitch

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

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

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!

You can receive a scholarship of up to $40,000
(up to $10,000/year) towards an undergraduate degree in engineering or computer science and an offer to complete a summer internship at Amazon!

Applications are now OPEN and will close on December 15th at 4:00pm EST.

https://www.amazonfutureengineer.com/scholarships

Documents Needed:

High School Transcript

Teacher Recommendation

Salem High School has many college representatives to meet with prospective students during the Crew block Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during the school year. This is a wonderful opportunity for scholars to learn more about specific colleges that may align with their interests and post secondary career plans. Any junior or senior is able to sign up through Naviance or at the C3 desk to meet with a representative. A full list of schools are available on Naviance under the College Tab - Visits.

Upcoming colleges are:

Thursday: Lesley University

Friday: Syracuse University

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.

Lewis and Clark University

Location: Portland, OR

Website: https://www.lclark.edu/

Mascot: Pioneers

Enrollment: 2,100 undergraduate

About: Lewis and Clark is a private liberal arts institution situated on 137 wooded acres in Portland, Oregon. Students and faculty pursue new ways of knowing by combining classic liberal learning with pioneering collaboration. Exploring is at the core of Lewis and Clark’s identity, and this is reflected in their education. Classes at the university are grounded in critical thinking, written and verbal communication, teamwork, and problem solving. Lewis and Clark students represent the next generation of global thinkers and leaders who are unafraid to discard conventional thinking and outmoded preconceptions.

Fast Facts:

• Lewis & Clark offers 29 majors, 28 minors and many preprofessional programs such as Biology, Classics, Economics, International Affairs, Political Science, Theatre, and World Languages.

• The undergraduate curriculum is designed to be completed in 4 years. They are so committed to this timeline that if it takes students longer than 4 years, the college will cover an extra semester of tuition.

• Approximately 70% of students live on campus

• 30% of the student body identifies as students of color

• 16% of degree seeking students are the first in their family to earn a Bachelor’s Degree

• Students come from 47 states plus Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and military bases

What is Needed to Apply:

• Completed Common Application and Essay

• Official high school transcript

• School Counselor recommendation

• Teacher recommendation letter

Average GPA: 3.85 Average

Standardized Test Score: Test Optional however SAT range 1210-1390

Virtual Visit: To take a virtual campus tour or attend an information session visit

https://college.lclark.edu/offices/admissions/visits/virtual/ .

Respiratory Therapist Education Required: Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

*Certification in the field is also required.

Typical Tasks Associated with This Career:

• Set up and operate devices for patient treatment, such as ventilators, oxygen machines, and aerosol generators

• Perform emergency care, such as artificial respiration

• Follow doctors’ orders and consult with doctors if patients have bad reactions

• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment and assess patients’ condition

• Work with doctors, nurses, and other medical staff to oversee patient progress

• Maintain patients’ charts. Note evaluation and treatment information.

• Teach patients to use ventilators and other life support systems for home care.

• May perform non-traditional tasks, such as drawing blood

• Check lung function and adjust equipment for best results, following doctor’s orders

• Perform chest physiotherapy to remove mucus from lungs. Assist patents in breathing exercises.

• Teach or supervise respiratory care trainees and other staff

• Assist doctors in research and diagnosis

• Make emergency visits to fix equipment

• Run tests such as electrocardiograms or stress tests to assess lung functions

• Use blood gas analyzer to measure blood levels of oxygen and acidity

• Evaluate patients’ lung capacity. Compare oxygen readings to normal standards for age, weight, and other factors.

Expected Income: Average $72,740

Job Growth: 24% in the next 10 years

Related High School Coursework:

• Biology

• Anatomy & Physiology

• Healthcare

• Biomedical Science

• First Aid and CPR

• Chemistry

• Computer Technology