SALEM HIGH SCHOOL
OCTOBER 3 - OCTOBER 10, 2021
Early Release Day 10-6-21
Lunches
Moving forward, lunch will be served on all three cafeterias:
- 1st floor- Taco Bar & Home Cooking
- 2nd floor- Pizza Station & Deli/Salads
- 3rd floor- Grill Station & Deli/Salads
Scholars will be able to eat on all three floors, and when the weather allows, in the courtyard located across from the 1st floor cafeteria's serving area.
Scholars are expected to remain in the cafeteria during lunch, unless they have been given a pass (prior to lunch) to see a counselor or teacher.
The October menus are up! You can find them on the SPS website here.
Homecoming
Homecoming
It's Dress Up day and the class with the most dressed up scholars will receive spirit
points. (No full faced masks or items that resemble weapons allowed)
10/5 - Dress in Tie dye. This one is a staff favorite
10/6 - Which Witch Wednesday: Twin with another SHS person
1st Spirit Fire 6:30 - 8:30 at SHS Practice Fields. This event will be filled with fun activities to
celebrate all our scholars.
- Mechanical Bull
- Blow up obstacle course
- Spirit Fire
- hamburgers and hot dogs
- Time dedicated to celebrate fall athletics, band and JROTC.
10/7 - Saugus vs. Salem 7pm at Bertram Field
1999 State Championship Witches will be honored at Halftime
10/8 - Homecoming Dance at Geswell Field 6pm - 9pm.
IT'S A GREAT TIME TO BE A WITCH!
Early Childhood Program
We Got Spirit
2021 SHS Band
Touchdown Catch
Computer Programming
Super Fans
College and Career Counseling Corner
University of Southern California
Website: www.usc.edu
Enrollment: Undergraduates 20,351
Graduates 27,970
About: University of Southern California (USC) is a large, co-ed, private university located 3 miles from downtown Los Angeles. As a leading private research university, USC prides itslef on diversity; in their majors and curriculum, faculty, and scholars. USC is dedicated to excellence in scholarly research that advances human knowledge and offers many undergraduate research opportunities outside of the classroom in addition to research scholars can expect in courses. It's location makes it the perfect place to offer such a variety of programs and become a home to a variety of scholars as Los Angeles is known for being a hub of pop culture and innovation. Campus is large and offers scholars a space away from the hustle of a big city with its own community feel.
Fast Facts:
- scholar faculty ratio 8:1
- 96% retention rate of first-year freshmen returning as sophomores
- USC is very diverse with about 63% of undergraduates representing minority groups.
- The most popular majors are Health Professionals and Business/Marketing.
- Some of the many notable USC alumni include: Shonda Rhimes, George Lucas, John Wayne, Judd Apatow, Will Ferrell, and many, many others
- USC meets 100% of financial aid need for eligible scholars
- NCAA Division I Sports, PAC 12 Conference
What is Needed to Apply:
- Completed Common Application and Personal Essay
- USC Supplemental Essay
- Official Transcript
- 1 Counselor or Teacher Letter of Recommendation
- SAT/ACT (Optional)
- Some majors require a portfolio, resume and/or additional writing samples
Average GPA: 3.85
Average Standardized Test Scores: SAT - 1360 - 1510 / ACT 30-34
Virtual Visit: https://admissions.usc.edu/meet-us/virtual-tour-programs/
Energy Auditors
Typical Tasks Associated with This Career:
- Find ways to save electricity by installing systems to lower power use during peak demand.
- Prepare reports of energy analysis results and recommendations for energy use.
- Prepare reports of energy analysis results and recommendations for energy cost savings.
- Collect and analyze data related to energy use.
- Inspect and evaluate building exteriors, mechanical systems, and electrical wiring to determine how much energy each uses.
- Perform tests to locate air leaks.
- Calculate potential energy use savings, using knowledge of engineering, construction, and energy use.
- Recommend alternative energy sources, where applicable.
- Inspect and test new equipment installation. This includes water heaters, insulation, and windows.
Expected Income: Average $83,900
Job Growth: Faster than average 8.5%
Related High School Coursework
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Computer Technology
- Physics
- Career Technical Education (Electrician, Carpentry)