We live in a world surrounded by technology. As a result of this, our students' ability to succeed will increasingly depend on understanding how technology works, no matter which field they choose to pursue.

 

Interestingly enough, only a tiny fraction of us are learning how technology works. Only 35% of all high schools teach computer science.

 

That's why Salisbury Academy teaches coding beginning in kindergarten and why our students in grades K-4 joined in on the largest learning event in history this week: The Hour of Code. A movement to promote coding literacy and interest in computer science, Hour of Code is a series of labs that take place each year during the week of December 3-9. More than 100 million students worldwide have already participated in Hour of Code. 

This week, SA students mastered coding terminology and advanced through 13 levels of code in the program "Dance Party." Joining in with their animated character creations, students danced along to tunes from Bruno Mars, Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry, and Sia (just to name a few). SA students know from experience that coding is fun. This week's coding labs served as an exciting reminder of this! 

 

  Make your gift to the Every Gift Counts Annual Fund

As a thank you for contributing to the Every Gift Counts Annual Fund, we're giving away a reserved parking spot!

Students in K-8 are invited to compete in our Salisbury Academy school-wide Endangered Species Awareness Poster Contest.  The top 3 winners in each age division will be sent to the NC Zoo to compete in the state-wide Endangered Species Awareness Poster Contest.

Finding the right gift for all of your student's teachers can be difficult. Make your life easier and show your appreciation to the entire staff in one check! All families who participate will be listed on a note accompanying the gifts. 

The deadline for contributions to PSA's Teacher and Staff Christmas Gifts is the end of the school day on Wednesday, December 12. Any contributions after that are welcome but will be applied to the End of Year Gift.

Grades 1-8 December Menu

JK/K January Menu

Grades 1-8 January Menu

Students in grades sixth through eighth would appreciate your donations towards the participants at Rowan Vocational Opportunities (RVO). Seventh and eighth grades will take the donations to RVO on Friday, December 14 and throw a Christmas party for the participants there. There is a particular need for personal items. We are asking for your help with the following:

• Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, deodorant, hand sanitizer, disposable women's and men's razors, shaving cream/gel, Q-tips, lip balm, lotion and hand cream, cosmetic and vanity kits, shampoo and conditioner, shower gel, bar soap, tissues, perfume/cologne)
• Combs and brushes
• Men's and women's sweatshirts (and hoodies) and sweatpants (medium to 5XL)
• Thermal tops and bottoms (medium to 5XL)
• Men's crew-neck and V-neck t-shirts (large to 5XL)
• New or gently-used men's (or unisex) coats, jackets, and sweaters (all sizes)
• Gloves, scarves, hats, toboggans
• socks and underwear
• personal blankets/throws
• Construction paper (no crayons or coloring books, please)
• small stocking stuffers
• Adult-sized Santa hats (These are a big hit at our party.  We use them as "prizes," and it is always great when there are enough to go around.)

These items will be collected in the homeroom classrooms and can be dropped off with Mrs. Coulter at any time.  Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated and will be used by Mrs. Coulter to purchase priority items.  Please contact her with any questions.  Please send all items by Wednesday, December 12.

JLT Fieldhouse is offering something for everyone over the holiday weeks! Holiday mini-camps will run Dec. 19-21, and open gyms will be offered Dec. 23, Dec. 27, and Dec. 30. Private lessons are available as well. 

View the 2018 JLT holiday flyer 

Enter Promo Code HOLIDAY18 NOW through December 29 and save 15% off $75.00!

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