📜🌾 Step Back in Time with 4th Grade! 🏛️✨

Our 4th-grade Falcons had an incredible day exploring Wisconsin’s rich history at Old World Wisconsin! Students got to step back in time, explore historic farmsteads, and discover firsthand how early settlers lived and built communities across our home state.

From hands-on discovery to outdoor exploration, our Falcons made history come alive today! Great job representing Salem, 4th grade! 🦅❤️
about 5 hours ago, Jennifer Griffith
A historical interpreter in period attire speaks to a group of students outdoors in front of a red barn and wooden wagon during a field trip.
A student holds a large wooden hoop on a grassy field while participating in historical outdoor games.
A student spins a wooden hoop around her waist on a grassy field outdoors.
A student uses a wooden stick to guide a rolling hoop across a grassy field outdoors.
A student spins a wooden hoop around her waist on a grassy field outdoors.
Three students stand at an outdoor picnic table arranging wooden geometric puzzle pieces.
A student displays a completed geometric pinwheel pattern made from painted wooden triangles on a picnic table.
Students sit at wooden desks inside a historic one-room schoolhouse during a field trip lesson.
A costumed educator teaches in front of a large slate chalkboard inside a historic log schoolhouse.
🧪👻 Mad Scientists at Work in 6th Grade! ⚗️✨

Our 6th-grade Falcons turned into mad scientists today! Hands-on science took a festive, spooky turn as students mixed up bubbling potions, tested creative reactions, and explored the amazing world of chemistry.

From colorful concoctions to mind-boggling experiments, our 6th graders proved that learning is pure magic when you get hands-on in the lab. Way to unleash your inner scientists, 6th grade! 🦅🔬💥
about 7 hours ago, Jennifer Griffith
A student dressed in an inflatable dinosaur costume performs a foaming science experiment at a classroom table.
Two students, one wearing a cowboy hat, conduct a science experiment with cups of foaming liquid at the front of a classroom.
A student dressed in a Hawaiian lei costume points to a flask while demonstrating a science experiment alongside a classmate.
Two middle school students conduct a science experiment with liquids and cups at a classroom demonstration table while peers watch.
Two students dressed in hot dog costumes mix liquids during a classroom science experiment demonstration.
A student dressed in a Toad costume carefully pours liquid into a cup during a science experiment demonstration in class.
🎃✨ Pumpkin Magic & Falcon Buddies! 🍂🦅

Our classrooms are filled with fall fun, hands-on learning, and so much seasonal spirit!

Our younger Falcons got their hands sticky exploring the inside of pumpkins—scooping seeds and getting a hands-on sensory lesson in pumpkin science! 🎃🖐️ To make the day even sweeter, our older Falcon buddies joined in to help out with autumn crafts, read stories together, and share in some festive classroom treats and spooky fun. ✂️📖🍪

We love seeing our students of all ages learning, creating, and celebrating together! 💙🖤
1 day ago, Jennifer Griffith
Photo collage of young elementary students participating in a hands-on classroom activity exploring and scooping out pumpkins together at tables.
Photo collage showing elementary students sitting on a classroom alphabet rug, paired with a photo of a festive Halloween party snack plate.
Photo collage showing elementary students working together on fall paper crafts at classroom tables and reading on a rug.
🌼💀 Honoring Tradition in 8th Grade Spanish! 🕯️✨

Miss Mueller’s 8th-grade students have been exploring the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)! To celebrate and learn about this meaningful holiday, students created special ofrendas (altars) and displays to honor and remember those who have passed away.

It’s wonderful to see our Falcons connecting with world cultures, reflecting on family traditions, and bringing their learning to life. Beautiful and thoughtful work, 8th grade! 🦅🧡
1 day ago, Jennifer Griffith
Three students standing behind a decorated Día de los Muertos classroom project dedicated to Toto from The Wizard of Oz.
Four students holding a Michael Jackson vinyl record and photo cutouts beside a decorated Día de los Muertos project box in class.
🎃👻 Spooktacular 7th Grade Adventures at Salem School District! 🚜🌾

Our 7th Grade Falcons took a festive virtual Halloween hayride and explored virtual haunted houses using VR headsets in the middle school library this week.

1 day ago, Jennifer Griffith
Students sitting at round tables in a school library wearing virtual reality (VR) headsets during a class lesson.
Students gathered at tables throughout a school library wearing virtual reality headsets while participating in a modern interactive activity.
Students wearing VR headsets and holding hand controllers sit at library tables during an educational virtual reality session.
A group of students sitting around a table in a school library using VR headsets and controllers for a collaborative learning activity.
🎃📖 Boo-riffic Storytime in 4K! 👻✨

Our youngest Falcons got a special Halloween treat today! Mr. Sandberg spent time visiting our 4K classe to read 5 More Sleeps 'til Halloween. The students were captivated by the Halloween countdown, and Mr. Sandberg did an absolutely boo-riffic job bringing the story to life!

We love seeing our leaders share the joy of reading with our little Falcons! 🦅🧡🎃
2 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
their teacher reads a book from an office chair at the front of the room.
A teacher and a class of young elementary students pose together for a group photo in front of a display board in their classroom.
A male teacher reads a picture book with animated facial expressions to a group of young students sitting on a patterned rug in a primary classroom.
Elementary children sit on the classroom carpet during story time as their teacher reads a picture book aloud near an interactive display screen.
A teacher holds up an open picture book while reading aloud to young elementary students seated on the classroom floor.
🎃👯 Seeing Double at Salem! 👻✨

Great minds really do think alike during the spooky season!

2 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
A smiling teacher and young student posing together in a classroom, both wearing matching black shirts with white spiderweb patterns.
🕶️✨ Kindergarten Shines Bright for Red Ribbon Week! 😎🌈

Our Kindergarten Falcons took center stage today, rocking vibrant neon colors and cool sunglasses to show everyone that their futures are extra bright! Their energy set the tone for our entire school as we celebrate making healthy, positive choices.

Students and staff across our whole K-8 building joined in on the neon fun, but our littlest Falcons definitely stole the show with their big style and even bigger smiles.

Way to lead the way and shine bright, Kindergarten! 🦅💛✨
2 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Close-up of a hand holding up a pair of blue star-shaped novelty sunglasses.
image that says kindergarten super stars our future's so birght we gotta wear shades with an image of star shaped sunglasses
A teacher and kindergarten students wearing colorful star-shaped sunglasses pose together in front of a classroom smartboard.
staff and student all dressed in neon pose in school hallway
three staff members wearing neo pose in school hallway
🦅 SALEM FAMILIES! SOMETHING SPECIAL IS COMING!

Our Curriculum Night & Family Fun is continuing to grow, and we are excited to welcome our families and community into Salem School!

🐕 NEW! Kenosha County Sheriff's Office K9 Presentation!

🐶 Therapy Dogs at Salem! We will also have several therapy dogs at the event as part of their special training day. Families will have a chance to meet them, pet them, and enjoy a fun way to relax and de-stress during the evening.

🎺 Live Pep Band performances
🎨 Student Art Gallery Walk
📚 Classroom presentations and student learning showcases
🎟️ Falcon Passport Challenge with chances to win prizes
🍕 Food and family fun

🤝 Meet community partners, including Salem Community Library, Future Falcons Soccer, Salem PTO, and more!

And we are still working on additional activities and surprises!

📅 Thursday, November 5 | 5:00 to 7:00 PM

📋 RSVP BY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2!

👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiW4oMVm9-x-rS1DuKNreA_qFvme3cZl6SV82fhVpQ6DHOdw/viewform?usp=dialog

Bring your family, explore our school, and celebrate everything Salem has to offer! 🦅
3 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
flyer for Curriclum Night & Family Fun on Thursday Nov. 5th.
🏀 Spirit, unity, and true Falcon Pride in action! 🦅✨

This is what community looks like at Salem: our 8th graders showing up to cheer on and support our girls’ basketball team! Seeing our students rally together and lift each other up shows the power of school spirit and being part of something strong.

Way to bring the energy and represent our Falcon family! 💙🖤
3 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
A student basketball player in a white #12 jersey shoots a free throw at the hoop during a school game while other players look on.
Fans and students watching a school basketball game from gymnasium bleachers, with two girls holding up a bright pink cheer poster in the stands.
Two girls on gymnasium bleachers holding a handmade pink poster supporting #12 that says, "Rose's are Red Violets Are Blue Charlee Might DUNK on You!"
💙 Big Falcon Pride in Action! 🍭

Thanks to the hard work of our National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students and the sweet support of our Salem School community, our lollipop sale raised $1,144!

Today, we proudly presented the donation to The Sharing Center to help provide Thanksgiving meals for local families in need this holiday season. 🦃✨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who bought a lollipop and supported this cause. We are so proud of our Falcons for giving back and showing what leadership and community are all about! 🦅💙
3 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Thank You graphic with student holding a check alongside adults. Text: NJHS lollipop sale allowed Salem School to donate $1144 to The Sharing Center for Thanksgiving meals.
Batter up in P.E.! 🥎💥

Ms. Freund’s 2nd graders stepped up to the plate this week to learn the proper technique for hitting a softball off a tee. Beyond practicing their swings, our young Falcons focused on two essential skills on and off the field: teamwork and staying safe with equipment! 🦅✨

Way to work together and hit a home run in gym class, Falcons! 💙
3 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Elementary student standing at a tee-ball station preparing to hit a yellow ball in a school gym during PE class.
Student swinging a green plastic bat near a tee-ball stand in a school gymnasium.
Student swinging a green plastic bat near a tee-ball stand in a school gymnasium.
Students lined up near a tee-ball stand with a yellow ball inside a school gym.
Boy in an orange shirt swinging a blue plastic bat near a tee-ball stand in a gym during PE class.
Girl holding a red plastic bat lined up to hit a red ball off a tee-ball stand in a gym
Two students adjusting a tee-ball stand together on the school gymnasium floor.
Student lining up a green plastic bat to hit an orange ball off a tee-ball stand in a gym.
students participating in physical education activities across a school gymnasium floor
elementary students running and playing games during PE class in a gym.
Salem School is proud to host our annual Veterans Day Program! We invite all veterans and their families to join us as our Falcon family recognizes and honors the brave individuals who have served our country. 🦅❤️🤍💙

🗓 Date: Wednesday, November 11

⏰ Time: 8:45 AM

📍 Location: Salem School

If you are a veteran or know a veteran who would like to attend, please complete our Veterans Day Assembly RSVP form by Monday, November 9.

🔗 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/BTy6zVYq4ZRgwvia6

Thank you for your service and dedication to our country!
4 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Salem School honors and remembers all who served. Thank you to our veterans and military families for your courage, service, and sacrifice. Happy Veterans Day!
🦈 More jawsome shirts spotted in Ms. Meier’s 3rd-grade class! 🦅

These hard-working Falcons earned their fin-tastic t-shirts by demonstrating outstanding positive behavior and setting a great example in the classroom every day. Way to lead by example and show off that Falcon PRIDE!
4 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Two students showing off their custom tie-dye shirts featuring a shark jaw graphic with the text "JAWSOME."
The reverse side of their shirts, showcasing awesome Roblox artwork—complete with characters and the Roblox logo on the left, and a Roblox builder with a wrench on the right!
A wonderful classroom picture featuring the students and their teacher (Ms. Meier) all rocking their "JAWSOME" shirts together.
The 8th grade is designing calaveras (skulls) for their Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) unit. Día de los Muertos is a time to celebrate loved ones who have passed and the good moments they shared in life. It's a great opportunity for them to show off their creative side!
4 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
A student sitting at a classroom desk coloring a sugar skull drawing with markers.
Students working at classroom desks on sugar skull art projects using markers and laptops.
A student holding up a paper sugar skull drawing to cover their face while sitting at a classroom desk.
Two male students standing in a classroom, holding up their completed sugar skull drawings
Two students sitting side-by-side at classroom desks, drawing sketches on paper next to laptops.
Two female students sitting face-to-face at classroom desks, coloring sugar skull artwork together.
Two students leaning over their classroom desks, focused on coloring detailed sugar skull drawings.
A student at her desk using markers from a pencil pouch to color a detailed sugar skull drawing.
A student at a desk filling in a detailed sugar skull drawing with colorful markers.
A student using a laptop screen to reference a colorful sugar skull design while drawing at a desk.
🔴 Kicking off Red Ribbon Week in true Falcon style! 🦅

For Day 1, our Salem family showed up loud and proud for School Spirit Day, wearing their favorite Falcon gear and school colors to celebrate making healthy, drug-free choices. We love seeing our students united, proud, and ready for an inspiring week ahead! 💙✨
5 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Two young elementary students smiling in a classroom, wearing blue Salem Falcons school spirit t-shirts while standing on a colorful carpet.
🦅 FALCON FAMILIES! DON’T FORGET TO RSVP!

Salem School Curriculum Night & Family Fun!

👉 RSVP HERE:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiW4oMVm9-x-rS1DuKNreA_qFvme3cZl6SV82fhVpQ6DHOdw/viewform?usp=dialog

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕔 5:00 to 7:00 PM

Join us for an evening of learning, food, fun, and community connections!

📚 Meet your teachers and explore what students are learning!

🎉 Enjoy our Falcon Fun Zone, games, and activities!

🍕 Grab some food and enjoy family time!

🤝 Connect with local organizations and community partners!

🎟️ Complete our Falcon Passport Challenge for a chance to win prizes!

👧 Supervised Child Watch: We are planning limited child watch for potty trained Salem students in 4K through 3rd grade while parents attend presentations. Availability depends on staffing and space.

📋 PLEASE RSVP BY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2!

Your RSVP helps us plan for food, activities, and child watch. Even if you’re only attending part of the evening, we’d love to hear from you!



We can’t wait to see our Falcon families! 🦅

Soar to Success. Together We Rise.
5 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
flyer for Curriclum Night & Family Fun on Thursday Nov. 5th.
🍬 Democracy in Action (and Sweetness!) in 3rd Grade! 🗳️

Our 3rd graders recently took hands-on learning to the next level with their very own 3rd Grade Candy Election! As part of their social studies unit on the U.S. Constitution and how our government works, our young Falcons got a firsthand look at the election process from campaign trail to ballot box.

Here is how the voting unfolded:

📢 The Campaign: Each class selected their majority's top candy, and student delegates visited other classrooms to campaign for Sour Patch Kids, Kit Kats, Hershey's Chocolate, and Zots.

🪪 Check-In at the Polls: After creating custom voter IDs in homeroom, students presented their IDs to Mr. Sandberg and Deputy Brown to receive their official ballots.

🗳️ Casting the Ballots: Guided by Mrs. Payne and Mrs. Renner, students made their choices and placed their ballots into our official ballot box. (A special Falcon shoutout to Mr. McNeill for building the ballot box and Mrs. McNeill for decorating it!)

And the official winner of the 3rd Grade Candy Election is... 🥁 ZOTS! 🍬⚡
5 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Photo collage featuring elementary students giving classroom presentations, displaying colorful artwork, and participating in school activities.
Photo collage showing elementary students giving presentations in front of their class and participating in a ballot box voting activity.
Photo collage of elementary students participating in a classroom voting activity, casting ballots into boxes while teachers assist.
Photo collage of elementary students presenting projects and holding drawings in a brightly lit classroom with a digital display board.
Ms. Longrie’s class had a fun time learning about animal traits and survival during science. They got to pretend to be birds and used different “beaks” to determine which would be most efficient for each scenario!
6 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
Elementary students sitting on a colorful classroom rug smiling during a group lesson with an interactive display board.
Students sitting on a classroom carpet, using plastic tools to pick up small items into cups for a hands-on activity.
Two young students working together on a classroom floor activity using plastic tweezers and worksheets.
A student sitting on the classroom carpet, participating in a hands-on activity with paper cups and worksheets
Four students gathered in a circle on a classroom rug, working together on an interactive activity.
Four young students working together on a rug in front of an anchor chart easel during a classroom lesson.
Elementary students working in small groups on a colorful classroom rug during a hands-on science lesson.
Students sitting on a carpeted classroom floor using tweezers to gather small items for a science activity.
WINGS students learned parts of the pumpkin in a unique way, a no “goo” approach! Yarn and pumpkin seeds filled a styrofoam pumpkin with an extra-special treat.
7 days ago, Jennifer Griffith
A student working on a hands-on science project, pulling orange yarn pulp out of a craft pumpkin.
A smiling young male student placing orange yarn inside a craft pumpkin during a classroom lesson.
A teacher and a smiling young student posing together at a table while holding a completed craft pumpkin.
A young student smiling as he proudly presents his finished craft pumpkin filled with orange yarn.
A student and teacher smiling together at a classroom table with a pumpkin craft activity.
A student at his desk carefully lifting long strands of orange yarn out of a craft pumpkin.
A young student focusing on adding orange yarn strands to a craft pumpkin during a hands-on class activity.
A student making a funny face while examining pumpkin seeds next to his yarn-filled pumpkin craft.
A student smiling as he holds up a tiny plastic pumpkin piece next to his pumpkin craft at his desk.
A young student with curly hair placing orange yarn into a craft pumpkin at a classroom table.