• Music Concert Date Changed

    1/20/2023 - The Guitar and Intro to Music Concert has been changed from the 24th to the 31st.

  • 5th Grade Parent Night

    1/11/2023 - Thursday, February 23rd
    6:00 at Salk
    If you'll have a 6th grader coming to Salk next year, please plan on coming to our informational night. Students and parents/guardians are welcome. Click on the link above for more information.

  • No School Monday, January 16th

    1/6/2023 - There will be no school on Monday, January 16th to celebrate the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Assembly Schedule

    1/6/2023 - We have a different bell schedule on Friday, January 13th so that we can celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. School will start and end at regular times. If you're a student who has an altered schedule, please click on the link above to make sure you're at school on time.

  • Shadle Parent Night

    1/3/2023 - Shadle's parent night for current 8th graders will by Wednesday, January 25th at 6pm in the Shadle Theater. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Winter Break

    12/12/2022 - Winter break is December 19th - January 2nd. We hope you have a restful and safe break. Happy holidays!

  • Dress Up Days

    12/8/2022 - December 12-16
    Wednesday: ugly sweater
    Thursday: red and/or green
    Friday: comfy holiday

  • Winter Concerts

    12/2/2022 - Please join us in the Salk gym at 7:00pm for the following winter concerts...
    Choir & Orchestra
    Tuesday, December 6th
    Band & African Drums
    Wednesday, December 7th

  • Secret Snowflakes

    12/2/2022 - For the last two weeks before break, friends or parents can purchase secret snowflakes for students.
    $1 - festive holiday postcard
    $3 - 12oz cup filled with candy
    $5 - Rudolph Hershey bar, candy canes, candy
    Students can purchase during lunches and parents can purchase in the business office beginning Wednesday, the 7th. "Snowflakes" will be delivered during 6th period on Fridays.

  • Tree of Sharing

    12/1/2022 - We have a Tree of Sharing up in our office. Please consider stopping in to grab a tag and buy a gift for our Salk families in need. Gifts must be turned in to the office unwrapped by December 12th. We really appreciate your generosity in making our families' holidays brighter.

  • Christmas Bureau

    12/1/2022 - The Christmas Bureau provides gifts and food to those in need at Christmastime.
    December 8-15
    Spokane Fair & Expo Center
    Click on the link above for details.

  • Bell Schedule Friday, December 2nd

    11/28/2022 - We will be on a different bell schedule on Friday, December 2nd to accommodate the time it will take to change passwords. School will still run 9:00 - 3:30. Click on the link above to view the bell schedule.

  • Order Your Yearbook Now!

    11/28/2022 - Right now, the cost for ordering a yearbook is $20. The price goes up to $25 after winter break, so order now! Click on the link above to order online.

  • Watch for Carolers!

    11/28/2022 - The Salk and Shadle choirs will be caroling around the neighborhood on Thursday, December 1st from 6:30-8:00. Please give them your attention and applause if you happen to see them.

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    11/22/2022 - There's no school Wednesday, November 23rd - Friday, November 25th. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Salk!

  • Report Cards Came Home

    11/15/2022 - Quarter 1 report cards came home with students on Wednesday, the 16th. Ask your student if you didn't see it. They were distributed in their 6th period classes. You can also check grades on Powerschool.

  • Sgt. Steve Big Band

    11/8/2022 - Stephen Friel, the EWU Jazz Studies and Saxophone Instructor, is presenting a big band holiday concert on Friday, November 25th at the Bing Crosby Theater. Write "Salk" on the back of your ticket, turn it in to our school office, and Sgt. Steve will give $5 back to the school. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Veteran's Day Assembly

    10/27/2022 - Join us on Thursday, November 10th at 9:20 in the gym to celebrate our veterans. Click on the link above for the bell schedule.

  • Red Ribbon Week

    10/24/2022 - October 24th - 28th
    Celebrate living drug free this week with some fun activities and dress-up days.
    Daily: Look for pumpkin eggs to turn into the office to be entered into a drawing.
    Monday: Silly Sock Day
    Tuesday: Silly Hat Day
    Wednesday: Fancy Dress Day, raffle entries and giveaways at both lunches
    Thursday: Favorite Style Day
    Friday: Red/White Out Day

  • Video Production Club

    10/24/2022 - If you are interested in being a part of the Spartan News and want to learn video editing, audio, and camera work then sign up! Click on the link above for more information.

  • Mid-quarter ends today!

    10/7/2022 - The first mid-quarter of the year ends today, Friday the 7th. Teachers will be entering grades today. Check Powerschool beginning Tuesday, the 11th to see your student's mid-quarter grades. Still haven't set up Powerschool? Click on the link above.

  • Fund Run

    10/6/2022 - Our ASB fund run kicks off on Monday, October 17th! Please consider sending in donations with your students or donating online. The run will take place on Friday, the 28th. Check back for more details and how to donate online.

  • October Newsletter

    10/5/2022 - Read all about what's happening at Salk this month. Click the link above to read our newsletter.

  • Unity Day

    10/4/2022 - Unity Day is Wednesday, October 19th. Please wear orange to raise awareness about bullying. Let's focus on kindness and inclusion for everyone.

  • Awesome Dude Night

    10/3/2022 - Join us for Awesome Dude Night!
    Wednesday, October 19th
    6:00pm - 7:00pm
    We're inviting Salk students and any father figures over 18 years of age. The cost is $2.50 per person. There will be lots of games, donuts, and apple cider. We hope to see you there!

  • PSAT Testing

    9/29/2022 - 8th grade students will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 12th. There's no change to the schedule. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Dance Team

    9/29/2022 - Dance team will begin Tuesday, October 4th. Click on the link above for the calendar and how to register.

  • We Have Merch!

    9/27/2022 - We now have an online store with hundreds of different apparel and accessory items available. The store never closes. All items will be shipped to your house 10 days after the order is placed. Click on the link above to go shopping.

  • Honor Roll Assembly

    9/26/2022 - We'll be celebrating out students who earned a 3.5 gpa or above during second semester last year. This celebration will take place Thursday, September 29th in the gym. 7th graders will gather at 1:45, and 8th graders will gather at 2:40. Parents are welcome to take their kids with them right after the assembly. You should have received an email and/or phone call to let you know your student made the honor roll.

  • Mod Pizza Fundraiser

    9/14/2022 - Please consider supporting our ASB by purchasing pizza from the Shadle MOD on Thursday, September 15th. Use the code MODF7910 if ordering online.

  • Picture Day

    9/14/2022 - Picture day is Wednesday, September 28th. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Purchase Salk Gear!

    8/31/2022 - We have several fun new designs and shirts to choose from this year! The deadline is Sunday, September 18th. Click on the link above for the flyer and QR code.

  • What to Bring on the First Day of School

    6/30/2022 - On the first day of school, please bring a backpack, paper, pencils, and pens. Teachers will let students know if they need to bring additional supplies. Click on the link above for a list of our fees and supplies available for sale.

  • Report Cards and Checking Your Student's Grades

    6/21/2022 - We will not be sending out report cards this summer. Please check Powerschool before July 1st to see your student's grades for Quarter 4 and Semester 2.

  • Powerschool Down for the Summer

    6/16/2022 - Powerschool access for students and parents will be turned off during the summer. It will be turned on a few days before school starts in the fall. Click on the link above for more information about Powerschool.

  • Free Summer Bus Pass

    6/10/2022 - STA is providing free summer bus passes to all kids ages 6 - 18. Pick up yours at your local library beginning June 15!

  • Last Day of School

    6/6/2022 - The last day of school is Friday, June 17th. Students will be dismissed at 12:00pm. Click on the link above for the bell schedule.

  • 8th Grade Celebration

    6/1/2022 - We'll be celebrating our 8th graders with a big party on Thursday, June 16th. This is for 8th grade students only. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Silverwood

    5/31/2022 - The music department is visiting Silverwood on Saturday, June 4th. Please return permission slips and pay $15 to the business office if you haven't already.

  • Guitar Celebration

    5/31/2022 - Come see our guitar classes play on Thursday, June 2 at 7:00pm!

  • Guitar Celebration

    5/25/2022 - Join us for our guitar celebration at 7:00pm in the cafeteria.

  • Shadle Bagpipe Band Coming to Salk

    5/25/2022 - The Shadle Bagpipe Band will be visiting Salk on Thursday, May 26th during 6th period. Check with your teacher if you want to check them out.

  • Be You Club puts on a puppet show!

    5/20/2022 - This week, the Be You Club went to Ridgeview to put on a puppet show for 3rd graders about promoting good choices, teaching refusal skills, and sharing tips on why substance use is harmful.

  • Community Night

    5/19/2022 - Wednesday, June 1st
    6pm - 8pm
    Join us for an evening of celebrating our clubs and activities. The event is free, and there will be light snacks. Click on the link above for more information.

  • SPS Summer Connect

    5/16/2022 - Check out all of the camps and activities available this summer! Click on the link above.

  • Magic Lantern Movie Night

    5/10/2022 - The B Movie club will be hosting another night at the Magic Lantern. The Sandlot will be showing Tuesday, May 17. Trivia will start at 5:45, and the movie begins at 6:00. You need to have a permission slip turned in and your own transportation to and from the event. Permission slips are available in the office and room 238.

  • Community Charge for Change Fundraiser

    5/6/2022 - May 16 - 27th
    This is our main fundraiser for the year. Please help us to raise money to support our clubs, music programs, and sports programs. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Sports Update Due to Rain

    5/5/2022 - Today's track meet has been cancelled. Baseball will practice in the gym instead of playing a game.

  • Cinco de Mayo

    5/5/2022 - Happy Cinco de Mayo! Want to know more about it? Click the link above.

  • Salk Mania

    4/18/2022 - Salk Mania is Wednesday, April 27th! Buy your way out of 6th period for $3.00. Money will be collected in the cafeteria before school and during lunches April 25-27. All proceeds support PAC. Click on the link above for all the details.

  • SBAC Testing

    4/18/2022 - SBAC Testing will take place May 2 - June 3. Click on the link above to see the schedule.

  • A Night at Magic Lantern Theater

    4/12/2022 - Salk Movie Club presents
    A Night at Magic Lantern Theater
    Tuesday, April 26th
    at The Magic Lantern
    25 W Main St
    Only 100 spots available
    Permission slips must be returned by Friday, April 22nd.

  • Bus Route Changes

    4/11/2022 - Due to coverage ability, bus 155 has been dissolved. Please click on the link above to see new routes. Thank you!

  • Welcome Back!

    3/30/2022 - Welcome back! We hope everyone had a fun and safe spring break! Third quarter ends this Friday, the 15th. Let's work hard to finish the quarter strong.

  • Did you know?

    3/30/2022 - Did you know we have a Spartan Channel? Here you can see our weekly Spartan news, concert videos, and other event videos. Click the link above to check it out.

  • Spring Break

    3/25/2022 - Spring break is April 4th - 8th. Let's make the most of our last week before vacation! Get to school on time, and work hard in those classes!

  • Washington D.C. Trip - April 2023

    3/23/2022 - Are you interested in visiting Washington D.C. in April 2023? The deadline for sign-up is Friday, April 1st. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Down Syndrome Day Monday, March 21

    3/18/2022 - Monday, March 21 is Down Syndrome Day. Wear your funky socks to show your support and raise awareness. Have questions about Down Syndrome or just want somebody to talk to about it? Reach out to Mr. Anderson!

  • Early Release Friday, March 18th

    3/17/2022 - Students will be released at 2:15. Have a great weekend!

  • Masks Optional Beginning Monday, March 14!

    3/11/2022 - Face masks are optional beginning on Monday, March 14th! Please continue to practice social distancing, and respect those who choose to continue to wear masks.

  • We could use your help!

    3/9/2022 - Are you interested in volunteering? We have some field trips coming up and could use volunteers to chaperone. Click on the link above to fill out an application, and call our office to let us know you're interested. Thank you!

  • Orchestra & Choir Concert

    3/8/2022 - Please join us for our orchestra and choir concert on Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:00pm in the gym.

  • Band Concert

    3/8/2022 - Please join us for our band concert on Wednesday, March 16th at 7:00pm in the gym.

  • Spirit Week 3/14 - 3/18

    3/7/2022 - Monday- Hippie Day
    Tuesday- Wild West Day
    Wednesday- Tacky Tourist Day
    Thursday- Green Out Day
    Friday- Comfy Dress Day
    Please remember to keep our dress code in mind when planning your outfits.

  • No Days Off In March

    3/4/2022 - Because we took some extra days off in January, there are no days off in March. Click the link above for the modified calendar.

  • Mod Pizza Fundraiser

    2/28/2022 - Please consider supporting our ASB by visiting the Shadle Mod Pizza this Thursday, March 3rd. Remember to mention Salk when you order or use the code: GR208937S if ordering online. Thank you!

  • Shadle 8th Grade Parent/Student Night

    2/18/2022 - Shadle will be having an in-person event for 8th grade parents and students. Learn about activities, clubs, sports, academics and more. Join them on Wednesday, March 9th at 6:00pm in the Shadle Auditorium.

  • North Central 8th Grade Parent Info Night

    2/15/2022 - Calling all 8th Grade Parents! If your student is going to NC next year, please join us for a meeting in the NC commons on Wednesday, March 2nd 5:30 - 6:30. Click on the link above for more information.

  • Cupid Grams

    2/9/2022 - Cupid Grams are on sale this week during lunch.
    $1 gets a note
    $3 gets candy and a note
    $5 gets a bag of kisses
    Parents can come to the business office or send payment with the student.
    Cupid grams will be delivered during 6th period on Valentine's Day.

  • New Student/Family Orientation Night

    2/9/2022 - If you're a new student for the 2022-23 year, please plan on attending our informational night in the gym on Thursday, February 24th.
    5th grade: 6:00-6:45
    6th grade: 7:00-7:45
    Click the link above for more information.

  • Shadle 8th Grade Parent Info Night

    2/4/2022 - Calling all 8th graders parents! Please join us for a virtual meeting on Wednesday, February 23rd at 6:00pm. Use the Microsoft Teams link: https://tinyurl.com/5d4yhvsm

  • Mod Pizza Fundraiser

    1/28/2022 - Help raise funds for Salk ASB by eating pizza! Visit the Shadle MOD Pizza 10:30am-11:00pm on Thursday, February 3rd and mention Salk at checkout. You can also order online with the code: GR208937S. Thank you for your support!

  • 7th Grade Basketball Updates

    1/21/2022 - Update for 1/20/2022
    Girls: no game at Glover
    Varsity Girls: will have practice at Salk after school and on Friday morning.
    JV Girls: no game or practice today and Friday morning practice.
    Varsity Boys will play at 4:15pm at Salk
    JV Boys will scrimmage themselves after varsity at 5:30pm

  • 7th Grade Basketball Date Changes

    1/13/2022 - Pictures have been moved to February 1st
    Boys in the morning, Girls in the afternoon

    Tuesday, January 18th practice is cancelled

  • Early Release

    1/13/2022 - This Friday, January 14th, is an early release day. Students will be released at 2:15.

  • Happy Holidays

    12/13/2021 - From all of us here at Salk, we wish you Happy Holidays! Have a great break, and we'll see you back on January 3rd.

  • Winter Band Concert

    12/10/2021 - Our winter Band and African Drums concert is Tuesday, December 14th at 7:00pm in the gym. Masks are required, and family groups may sit together with an empty seat or two between.

  • Orchestra & Choir Concert

    12/1/2021 - Our winter Orchestra and Choir concert is Wednesday, December 8th at 7:00pm in the gym. Masks are required, and family groups may sit together with an empty seat or two between.

  • Tree of Sharing

    11/1/2021 - Salk is doing a Tree of Sharing to help with Christmas gifts for our Salk Families. Click on the link above for more information.

  • What if You're Sick?

    10/13/2021 - Please click on the link above for information of when to stay home, when to get a Covid test, and when to return to school. Please help us keep everyone safe.

  • Coats For Kids

    10/12/2021 - We are collecting new and gently used coats in our office through October. Please consider donating to help kids in need. Thank you!

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