Thank You!

As you know, Friday is my last day at SHS.  In case you missed it, I have accepted an executive director position in Guilford County.  I want to thank everyone at SHS and this community who welcomed me and supported me during my time here.  As excited as I am about this new opportunity, I will greatly miss being here and I will especially miss our kids.  This will always be HOME so I am sure that our paths will cross again!  Have an Incredible School Year and Go Hornets!

United Way Day of Caring

Each year United Way volunteers from throughout Rowan County participate in the Day of Caring!  We are so pleased and grateful to have had the men of the Salisbury Fire Department to work at Salisbury High School!  Here are some pics and be sure to take a look at their awesome work in our stadium the next time you are visiting with us!  Have an Incredible Weekend and Go Hornets!

Never Forget!

September 11th is known as Patriot Day.  Patriot Day was signed into law on December 18, 2001 as a day to remember those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on our country.

On Patriot Day, Americans should fly their flags at half-staff and observe a moment of silence to honor those individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks.  On September 1, 2001, two hi-jacked civilian aircrafts crashed into the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City.  A third hi-jacked aircraft crashed into the Pentagon outside Washington, DC.; and a fourth aircraft crashed in southwestern Pennsylvania after passengers tried to take control of the aircraft in order to prevent the hi-jackers from crashing the aircraft into an important symbol of democracy and freedom.  Thousands of innocent people lost their lives in this tragedy.

Today, we remember and honor those who gave so much so that we may continue to enjoy our freedom.  We will never forget!

Crosby Scholars - Apply Today!

Greetings! This year, our 9th and 10th graders have a fabulous opportunity to learn all they ever wanted to know about continuing their education after high school.  Crosby Scholars is a unique college access program available to all RSS students in grades 6-10.  By becoming a Crosby Scholar, our students will be better prepared academically, financially and personally to succeed in the college admission process. Understanding the college entry process and expectations NOW will make a tremendous difference! The best thing about it is that it's absolutely free!  There are some program requirements to include participating in informative academies and remaining drug and alcohol-free!  I would love for every SHS 9th and 10th grade student to become a Crosby Scholar!

For more information contact the Rowan County Crosby Scholars Office at (704) 638-6235 or info@crosbyscholarsrowan.org or visit the website at www.crosbyscholarsrowan.org.  Students who sign up by this Friday, September 13, will receive a free T-Shirt.  Students can see Ms. Steele for help applying.  Apply today!  Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!

Fantastic Opening Week!

We are off to a fantastic start so far!  Yes, I know it is still very early but I am so excited!  Grade-level assemblies were held for each class to encourage students to do their best this year.  We have worked diligently to ensure that student schedules reflect the best possible academic opportunities for our students.  Kudos to our wonderful guidance staff for their continued efforts to this end.  Our athletics are jumping and I look forward to an exciting sports season as always.  Here are a few pictures from our opening week.

The Marching Hornet Band gives quite a show in our stands during football!

Students in Math 2 Class use ramps to equate speed based on various inclines.

Hornets Varsity Volleyball!!  These girls go hard and keep the crowd pumped!

All smiles!  And why not? Lady Hornets Tennis team is amazing!  They have rings to prove it!

SHS teacher work together using Problem-Based Learning! We are excited about the STEM Academy!

Happy School Year!

Welcome to the 2013-2014 school year!  We are so excited and ready for another great year.  I hope that everyone had a safe and fun summer and that you are coming to us rested and ready to learn.  We do have a few new programs at SHS!  Look to hear more about the following:

1.  STEM Academy for all grades
2.  Crosby Scholars for grades 9-10
3.  College Advisors Corps for grades 11-12
4.  PowerSchool - Parent Portal coming soon!

Check here for updates and celebrations throughout the year.  Please come out and support our athletes and coaches this fall.  Our sports schedule can be found on our school website.  I look forward to seeing you soon!  Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!

SHS - STEM Academy

We are so excited!  In June Salisbury High School received approval to transform our stellar Academy of Math and Science into a full STEM Academy.  STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.  Each of our feeder schools have also been designated as STEM schools which is also exciting for our school.  The STEM Academy will provide our students with opportunities to challenging course offerings that will prepare them for College and Career Readiness.  Our teachers will receive extensive training on how to integrate problem-solving techniques into their classroom instruction.  Technology will be used to enhance the curriculum.  Moving forward, we will develop more course offerings in Engineering as well as expand the options for Career and Technical Education.  Students in the Academy will continue to have the opportunity to graduate with the distinction of being identified as a STEM Academy Scholar.  More information about the Academy will be provided at the start of the school year.  As always thanks so much for your support! Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!