Spartan Newsletter

Dec 2nd-13th: Quarters for Christmas

Dec 3rd: Student of the month breakfast

Dec 3rd: Talent show call backs

Dec 4th: Wrestling @ SaJHS

Dec 11th: Mini Conferences 3-4pm (English, science, fine arts, and language)

Dec 11th: Basketball v MJHS @SaJHS

Dec 11th: Wrestling v SFJHS @ SaJHS

Dec 12th: Mini Conferences 3-4pm (History, Math, CTE, and PE/Health)

Dec 12th: Winter Choral Concert @SHHS

Dec 13th: Winter band concert @ SHHS

Every three years the counseling department seeks input from parents to help improve and update counseling services provided to our students. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey below. Thank you!

Nebo would love your participation in this month's mental health series events. Below are links to register for events and pdfs with more information about events!

Here are the links to register:

Mental Health Series

https://parentguidance.org/mhsindex/

Ask a Therapist

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ULF4Kp1gR_-9JAttK18mBA#/registration

SheTech Explorer Day is a hands-on tech conference for high school girls from grades 9th through 12th, February 24, 2025. This day-long event includes hands-on workshops in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Our ultimate goal is to expose girls to technology in a fun atmosphere while they meet STEM role models to learn more about opportunities in those fields. Girls who attend will have access to internships, receive a SheTech certificate, access pathway information, and become part of a community that provides girls have opportunities in STEM!

Talk to your school counselor to register!

For more information: SheTech Explorer Day

The state has contracted with Varsity Tutors to help students. Students can access it through Clever and it does have free content. There is also content that needs to be paid for. The district will not pay for any additional services but families can if they choose to at a discounted rate because of the partnership with Nebo.
Here is a link to their website:
https://go.varsitytutors.com/viewer/2b4fb96fc6294dd10d337f79993bd2ca

Americorp (STEM Action Center) is looking for 44 individuals that are good in math and willing to tutor students that are 2 or more grade levels behind in math. Here is the information that I know about:

Benefits for Members:

• A living stipend equating to approximately $15/hour.
• An education award upon completion of service, bringing the total benefit to about $18/hour.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be able to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must be willing to show up, care deeply about kids, and bring a positive attitude.

Here is the information and link. We would love them to be here at Salem Jr to help our students so make sure they put Salem Jr on their application.

To learn more or to apply, stem.utah.gov/ammp

Our Payson Community Center is an important part of United Way’s efforts to build stronger, more connected communities across Utah County. Similar to the success we’ve seen at our South Provo center, we’re focused on creating a welcoming hub where local families can access free educational programs and community events. This includes offerings such as early education, literacy, STEM classes, digital literacy classes for adults, and more. Here is the link to see the classes we offer and to register for classes (https://unitedwayuc.org/payson-community-center/). I have also attached our calendar for this semester's classes that go through December 6th.

Our goal is to create a space where children and adults alike can thrive, connect with their neighbors, and gain valuable skills and support. We believe these resources will be a tremendous asset for the families at Salem Junior High, and I would love to explore how we can work together to ensure these programs best serve your school community.

Outreach Opportunities
In addition to connecting with you, I’ll also be reaching out to your school’s PTA to further explore ways we can collaborate and support your school families. If you or the PTA are open to sharing information about our center with your school community—whether through announcements, newsletters, or community events—we would be grateful for your support. Please feel free to reach out if you’re interested in discussing how we can work together to help share these valuable resources with your community. I’m happy to meet and discuss how we can make a meaningful impact together.

Sub for Santa – Holiday Assistance for Families
I also wanted to take a moment to remind you about our Sub for Santa program, which provides holiday gifts to children in Utah County, including books, educational toys, and winter clothing. This program serves over 4,700 children and their families each year, and the application window is open until December 6th. We’d love your help in sharing this opportunity with families at your school so they can access this wonderful resource as well. Here is the link for families to sign up to receive or donate (https://unitedwayuc.org/get-involved/sub-for-santa/).