Congrats to the SHHS track team!  Boys took first place, dominating by 80 points, while the girls rocked second at region championships!

Sadie Lundquiest, Brayden Wright, Kammi Oman, Nick Brain, Walker VanTassell Nicole Carter were nominated for this month's 'Skyhawk of the Month.'  Be sure to congratulate them!

Quinton Muir, son of SHHS teacher Lori Muir, had a tumor relapse and is fighting cancer again.  In December, his routine scan showed tumor growth in new areas of his spinal cord.  The Primary Children's team began a series of chemotherapy in January; however, in March, Quinton was rushed by ambulance to Primary Children's in a state of partial paralysis.  It was determined his tumor was continuing to grow despite chemotherapy.

His team of doctors switched tactics and are now battling the tumor with radiation, so the family drives Q to the Huntsman Center every day for a total of five weeks to receive this treatment.  In addition to radiation, he is receiving a rare chemotherapy drug.  His fight with cancer is expensive, so we want to help support the Muir Family in offsetting some of the costs of his medical care.  

Ways to help:

-Consider donating sellable items from your home to our parking lot sale.  Call Leslie Gordon or Jan Daley at SHHS and they will set up a time for you to drop your items off at the school. (801-423-3200 ext 6)

-Come and shop at our yard sale and silent auction Saturday, May 17.  We already have some exciting items to offer, including swim passes, hair coloring/styliing services, and more!  

-Support "Q Week" this week.  SHHS will be competing with Salem Junior High, where Q currently atrtends.  

Thanks for your support!  Leslie Gordon, Jan Daley, Josie Reynaud, Annette Nelson and Carrie Christensen

Salem Hills High School students have been hard at work this year interning for various businesses.  Breanna Hughes dedicated her time to Woodland Dental in Salem.  The internship program is a great way to experience hands-on learning in a field of interest for students.  

The following students were recently recongnized as "Skyhawk of the Month." Be sure to congratulate them!

Marissa Gale, Jovan Martinez, Sophie Hartline, Kevin Holdaway, Sierra Syddall, and Shadrach Ashton

SHHS senior MaKala Swalberg participated in the Miss Payson Pageant and recieved 2nd attendant over Spring Break.  Makala represented Salem Hills exceptionally well with her poise and grace.  Be sure to congratulate her! 

John Ottosson, President of William Penn University in Oskaloosa, Iowa and Joe Kirhkam, successful business owner presented to Salem Hills High School faculty last week regarding teens and success.

Ottosson, a Swedish immigrant, struggled with a language barrier as a youth and was considered at-risk. Through these challenges, Ottosson discovered that the positive reinforcement teachers provided him was invalueable.  "My instructors saw me as more than an immigrant," he said.   “They held me accountable, but encouraged me as well. It gave me the confidence needed to do my best in life."

Ottoson’s long-time friend Joe Kirkham accompanied him on the visit.  “ We have been friends for many years; and come from different backgrounds, but we've learned that understanding the perspectives of others is huge in business and life successes."  Kirkham is owner and developer of Moscow Sports, a hugely succesfull start-up company based out of the university's town.

The two freinds know when to keep it professional, but add that hard work and fun creates successful, happy individuals, students, and employees.  

The following students were recently recognized as "Skyhawk of the Month":

Blake Taylor

Nicholas Brian

Steele Rapier

Laricia Lamb

Sharley Bell

Tessa Fitzgerald

Ashley Black

1: What did you find most interesting about your trip?

“I loved being able to see so many different cultures and people. Washington D.C. has a lot of different things to see, especially the people, and I loved it. I was assigned a roommate from my school and then we roomed with two random girls from anywhere in the country. At first I was nervous to room with two girls from any of the 50 states, but I knew whatever happened, it would be great. I absolutely loved my roommates. They became my best friends and I still talk to them. They were from Michigan and were so much fun to be with. That would be considered the most interesting part of my trip: meeting new people.”

2: Was it difficult to get the sponsorship money?  How long did it take you? 

“It was difficult getting sponsors because I had to be willing to ask them for money, which was a challenge.  Everyone was nice whether they donated or not, but I understand that money is tight in most businesses right now and it was so kind and selfless for them to donate even a small amount to my cause. Every penny made a difference!”

3:  Who sponsored you?

Central Bank (Spanish Fork) $50

Canyon View Dental,  $25

Linda Peterson, retired teacher, $250

Mountain View Family Pharmacy $50

Dr. Kendall J. Barrows Orthodontics  $100

Dr. Cloward Dentistry $50

Dr. Thomas Orthodontics $50

American West Bank (Salem) $100

 4:  Why did you want to go?

“I wanted to go to Washington D.C. to gain a greater understanding of America's history and government. There is nothing like seeing history and government close-up. My dad mentioned  that he thinks every student should go to Washington D.C. before they graduate, and I found that to be true. It has also been on my bucket list from a young age to go to Arlington Cemetery. I can cross that off now!”

 5:  Explain your days.  Who did you meet?  What did you see?

“My day consisted of a very tight schedule because there is so much to see. We would wake up around 6:30 every day and wouldn’t go to bed until about one in the morning.  We would see something new every single day.  The first six days we were in D.C.,  and then took a bus to Jamestown, which is about two hours outside city boundaries. When I arrived there, I felt like I went back in time. One of my favorite memories was the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. It represents honor, integrity, triumph, and success. I believe all the founding fathers were inspired by God and seeing the memorials and quotes from the founding fathers confirmed that for me! I loved D.C. and hope someday I will be able to go back and learn more. There was so much to see in so little time, but it gives me a good excuse to go back again. “