Mrs. Riley Goes to India!

We are so excited! Our Teacher of the Year, Sakinah Riley,  has a phenomenal opportunity this summer.  For two weeks she will visit and study in India through the Center for International Understanding.  An area of focus is to forge positive relationships.  Additionally,  there will be an emphasis on the similarities in our socioeconomic standings and also a greater exploration in implementing technology.  Mrs. Riley wants to enhance the use of technology in her classroom in ways that will engage her students.  We are so grateful to the Blanche and Julian Robertson Family Foundation Award for funding this awesome educational experience.  We look forward to hearing all about her trip upon her return.  Congratulations Mrs. Riley!

Back to Business!

Welcome to 2nd Semester!  With our weather delays coupled with testing, it seemed that we would never escape our 1st Semester!  As we move forward, I want to encourage our students to get back to business.  We have much to accomplish during the remainder of the school year and now is certainly not the time to lose focus.  So consider the following as you plan for the last half of our first year together:

1.  Your attendance is crucial!  At the end of our 1st Semester, I had the tough job of making decisions about attendance appeals for course credit.  While I'm glad that this process exists for students who experience trauma, it should not be relied upon as an alternative to attending school.  We need you here everyday!  Remember after 8 absences, your credit is in jeopardy.
2.  Get involved!  Even if you were unable to join a club or play a sport during the 1st Semester or in previous years, it is not too late.  Show your school spirit and support our athletes and coaches by attending games. We need you and value your input and ideas.  If Salisbury High School does not have a club or activity that interests you, help us create one!
3.  Respect yourself and others!  Follow the rules and treat others as you would like to be treated.  Do  random acts of kindness.  Show everyone what it means to be a Salisbury Hornet!  Dress appropriately every day.  Use your phone and other e-devices only as they are allowed.  Choose language that your grandmother would be proud of!

I hope that this semester more than meets your expectations as we all get back to business.  Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!

SGA Winter Dance

Tomorrow is the first day of Second Semester!  Students should report to homeroom upon arriving at school so that they may receive their schedule.  As we move forward with the remainder of our school year we are so excited!

SGA will sponsor a Winter Dance on February 9th.  Information about tickets will be announced this week.  Tickets will be on sale for $10 in advance this week and next week but the price will increase the week of the dance.  This fabulous event will take place at the American Legion Post 342 on Lincolnton Road.  More details will be shared during morning and afternoon announcements so listen up!  Get your tickets and make plans to attend!  Parent chaperone volunteers should contact our SGA advisor, Mr. Scarvey.  Have an Incredible Week everyone and Go Hornets!!

Testing, Testing!

As we wrap up our testing week, I want to commend our students for working so diligently this week!  I know it is not easy to return to school after a break and then prepare for and complete semester exams.  Our students have done a  phenomenal job!  Thanks also to our teachers and staff for their flexibility as we had many shifting roles during this week.

Tomorrow is a make-up exam day but also an early-release day.  This day does count for attendance so students who wish to be counted present must attend whether they have a make-up exam or not. Second semester begins on Wednesday January 23rd. Thanks to you for your patience this week and I look forward to seeing you soon! Have an Incredible Week and Go Hornets!