Last Friday, our students came together to participate in our annual school-wide poetry slam. Students started by writing and performing their own poems in class. Some students then were invited to participate in the school slam. This year was the first year that we required all students in the school slam to perform their own poetry. Teachers agreed that overall the quality of the poems used was great and the performances were much better than years past. 

Some might assume that with SAGE testing happening at school, students have already slipped into summer mode. That is definitely not the case here at Salem Junior High. Our 9th-grade history and English classes are working on a cross-curricular project that has them working hard and learning a lot.

The following students were chosen for April's Student of the Month. They have been coming to class with great attitudes and have been working hard. Their teachers have been really impressed with them and we want to recognize them for their hard work. Make sure to congratulate them when you see them.

Lagoon day is on 5-17-18

Cost is $50

You can pay on 4-25-18

Students who want to sit with their friends must pay at the same time

In order to be eligible to go to Lagoon, students must meet the following requirements:

• No more than 2 tardies
• No sluffs
• No fines or fees
• No behavior issues or citizenship U’s

For the 2018 season, Lagoon is introducing the "Summer Fever Fundraiser." Students and families are able to get a jump on Summer Fun at Lagoon. The Summer Fever Fundraiser is an exclusive discount to our Nebo families. Lagoon will rebate a portion of each ticket sale back to our Nebo District Foundation, which helps fund grants for schools and teachers to better serve our students.

 We're excited to announce that Salem Jr High h

Lexy Webster took 3rd place in the state spelling bee championship on Saturday, March 10. She said it was a great experience and she had a lot of fun. She received a brand new laptop and bragging rights for doing so well (although Lexy definitely isn't the type to brag about herself). Lexy has been taking part in spelling bees since 4th grade and has always done really well. This is the last year that Lexy is eligible to participate in the bee, so it was an excellent way to finish her run.

Track and Field season is about to start. To join, you just need to get a form from the office, sign up on registermyathlete.com, get a doctor's physical, and pay a $45 fee to the finance office.

There is going to be a Pre-Season meeting with the coaches during advisory on the 27th of February. This year looks like it's going to be a fun year.