Our music program is excited to present their Winter concerts in the coming weeks. The Elementary program will perform on Thursday, December 12th at 7pm in the Salem Washington Academy auditorium. The Jr/Sr High program will perform the following week on Thursday, December 19th at 7pm in the Salem Washington Academy gymnasium. Our students have been practicing all school year and are eager to showcase their talents!
It’s a case of “déjà vu all over again”! Salem's High School Drama Club is bringing Groundhog Day, the Musical to the school auditorium! There will be performances at 7:00 pm on December 6th and 7th and 2:00 pm on December 8th. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Please note that this musical is rated PG-13 and is not recommended for children under this age.
The Scholastic Book Fair will be coming to the Salem Washington Academy Monday, Dec. 2nd through Friday, Dec. 6th in Room 123. The book fair will be open from 8 am to 2:30 pm each day. Preview what will be available at the book fair here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/salemelementaryschool1
It’s the season of giving! Our Backpack Program is seeking donations from the community to help fill the backpacks we distribute with essential, nutritious meals for families experiencing food insecurity. Currently, the program provides meals to 82 children across 40 families, and with your help, we can support even more! Learn how to donate here: https://www.salemcsd.org/article/1895981
Last week during a traditional tapping ceremony, seven students from Salem CSD were inducted into the National Honor Society in front of friends and family. The National Honor Society recognizes students for their success in four areas: academic achievement, leadership, service, and character.
Congratulations to the inductees, Gavin Eastman, John Getty, Oliver Hickland, Trudy Keith, Jenna McCauliffe, Cooper Saddlemire, and Breanna Vincent! Read more about the ceremony here: https://shorturl.at/cG6O2
Salem CSD sent nine student musicians to participate in the Northeast Instrumental Music Festival in Lake George! The students didn't receive their sheet music until they arrived at the festival, but they rose to the challenge and performed these pieces in front of an audience. Great job, everyone!
Congratulations to Mr. Talmadge’s 3rd grade class and Ms. Frolish’s 2nd grade class for winning the “Golden Garbage Can” award for their cleanliness in October! The Golden Garbage Can serves as a fun tool to remind students to be mindful of the messes they leave behind, and motivates them to keep a clean classroom. Each month, two classes are recognized—one from PreK-2nd grade and one from 3rd-6th grade—and they are awarded the Golden Garbage Can to display in their classrooms for the following month.
Our custodial team selects winners based on the cleanliness of the classroom. We thank our students for doing their part to help maintain our beautiful and historic school building! Who will win in November?
Congratulations Mandi Ridler! She was selected as Washington County's Favorite Teacher! #salempride @Ms_AdamsSWA
We are excited to welcome Healthy Smiles Dental Clinic back to Salem School this year for two on-site dental cleanings—one in December and another in June. This service makes it more convenient for parents and students by minimizing the time spent away from work and school.
Last week, students in PreK through 5th grade had a visit from Emma, a dental hygienist, who shared valuable information about dental health and how to protect their teeth. She taught them about the structure of teeth and how the different parts of our mouths work together. After the presentation, all elementary students received a list of tips for avoiding cavities and other dental issues, as well as a yellow parental consent form which gives the option to enroll. The pk1-grade 5 class with the most returned yellow forms will win a healthy snacks party!
Please return the completed consent forms with your child to sign them up for the clinic. High school parents were emailed these forms, and high school students will receive a paper copy in gym class which can be filled out and returned to the high school office.
Dismissal Schedule for our "Go Home Early Drill". Please note that there is a slight change from yesterday's posting.
2:05 Grades K-2 dismissal, Grades 6-12 walkers, pick-up and student drivers dismissed.
2:10 Grades 3-5 dismissal, Grades 6-12 bus riders dismissal
2:15 Buses leave campus (15 minutes early)
CHANGE IN DISMISSAL TIMES
There is a 1/2 day for all students on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Grades Pk-5 are dismissed at 11:20
Grades 6-12 are dismissed at 11:30
There is also an Emergency Release Drill on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8
PLEASE NOTE: PreK will still dismiss at 1:00 pm
Grades K-5 are dismissed at 2:05
Grades 6-12 are dismissed at 2:15
Additionally, please remember that there will be no school on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
The November Edition of the Elementary Newsletter is now posted on our website, Salemcsd.org.
Day 1 of NYS School Boards Association Conference. Excited to collaborate and network with Board Members Peter Thomas, Anne Dunigan and Tom Clary as well as with school board members and superintendents from across the state. @Ms_AdamsSWA #EveryStudentFutureReady #SalemPride
Our teachers hard at work today on our Superintendent's Day. Working with Ruben Perez on Research Based Strategies to Narrow the Achievement Gap. #EveryStudentFutureReady @Ms_AdamsSWA
There will be a Special Board of Education Meeting on Monday, October 7 at 6:00 pm in the High School Library. This meeting will go into an anticipated Executive Session only.
On Tuesday, October 15th the Board of Education will hold a Board Workshop in the High School Library at 6:00 pm. This workshop will be an information session on the Healthcare Consortium. The following night, Wednesday, October 16th, will be the regular Board of Education Monthly meeting in the High School Library at 6:00 pm. The public is welcome to both.
Jr/Sr High School Open House is Thursday, October 3rd at 6:00-7:15 pm
September 19, 2024
As you may be aware, there have been a series of threats happening to schools in the Capital Region today, as well as across New York State. The threats appear to be recycled or similar to those around the state.
Salem Central School District has yet to be a target of such a threat; however, we are prepared for the potential of that occurring. We take any threat very seriously and will follow all of our emergency protocols to ensure the safety of our students and staff. We will continue to monitor the situation.
Those who believe these threats to be a prank should understand that they have serious repercussions in terms of criminal charges.
Julie A. Adams
Superintendent of Schools
ALERT! It was reported by a resident running on the track early this morning (Sunday 9/1/24) that a medium sized bear came onto the campus from the Courthouse vicinity and crossed behind the building disappearing behind the bus garage.
There will be a Special Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 4:30 pm in the Distance Learning Room in the High School Wing. Please enter through the High School entrance off of Warren St. This meeting will be brief and will be for the purpose of appointments to our teaching and support staff. After the meeting please don't forget about the Back to School Potluck Picnic at the Historic Salem Courthouse from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
