District News
Salem-Keizer School Board announces selection of next superintendent
During the March 7, 2023, special school board meeting, the Salem-Keizer School Board of Directors announced the selection of [...]
In-district transfer open March 1-31
Students who want to attend a school other than their assigned school next fall (2023-2024 school year) must apply [...]
All Salem-Keizer comprehensive high schools designated as Unified Champion Schools
McKay, McNary, North Salem, South Salem, Sprague, and West Salem high schools have officially earned recognition from the Special [...]
EDGE online program 2023-24 applications open through March 31
Families can apply for enrollment in the Enhanced Digital and Guided Education (EDGE), the district’s online learning program, starting [...]
Stay connected – StudentSquare app now available!
StudentSquare is the new platform for Salem-Keizer students to stay informed and connected to their school, classes and activities. [...]
Public viewing opportunities for middle school curriculum adoptions
Salem-Keizer Public Schools would like to invite families, community members and staff to review curriculum materials being considered for [...]
Kindergarten registration open for the 2023-24 school year
Kindergarten registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open! Free full-day kindergarten Children who will be 5 years [...]
We are hiring! Job fair March 21 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a Job Fair on Mar. 21, 2023, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Salem-Keizer Public Schools district [...]
Native Education Parent Advisory Committee Nominations Open
Starting April 3, the Native Education Parent Advisory Committee (NE PAC) for Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) will hold its [...]
Awesome 3000 returns Apr. 29 – Volunteers needed!
The United Way of the Mid Willamette Valley is proud to welcome you back to the Awesome 3000! Since [...]
SIA Advisory Committee Presentation – February 27, 2023
February 2023 meeting The Student Investment Account Advisory Committee met for its second session of 2023. The meeting began [...]
OSAA Wrestling State Championships – SKPS student-athlete spotlights
Seventeen student athletes from across the district came home with some hardware this past weekend as they competed at [...]
Preparing for inclement weather
The district is actively monitoring the weather and the forecast. If there are any weather-related impacts to school operations, [...]
Inspire the new logo for Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Leaders at Salem-Keizer Public Schools have recently learned a lot from students, staff, families and the community about their [...]
North Salem and McKay high schools earn Oregon banner status from Special Olympics
North Salem and McKay high schools received recognition this today, Feb. 21 from the Special Olympics Oregon for their distinction as [...]
Fake fentanyl: What parents and students need to know
Oregon has lost several students to fentanyl in the last few years. Linked below are fact sheets to help educate [...]
Statewide immunization exclusion day Wednesday, Feb. 15
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 is the statewide immunization exclusion day. If your child is not up-to-date on required vaccinations [...]
Black History Month 2023 – Black Resistance
This year the Association for the Study of African American Life and History chose “Black Resistance” as the theme [...]
Announcement of new Director of Communications and Community Relations
With nearly 18 years of experience in communications and journalism, and 15 years serving Salem-Keizer schools, Aaron Harada has [...]
Community honors 15 educators with 2023 Crystal Apple Award recognition
Fifteen local educators were honored with Crystal Apple Awards on Friday night during the 24th annual celebration of excellence [...]
Superintendent search update: February 13, 2023
Earlier this year, Superintendent Christy Perry announced her plan to retire at the end of the 2022-23 school year. [...]
Music as a tool for justice: A Salem Reads event for teens
Join the discussion Middle and high school students are invited to join a discussion about the role of music [...]
SKPS leaders share opportunities and challenges with local and state officials
More than a dozen state representatives, leaders and education professionals gathered to discuss the future of public education and [...]
February is National Career Technical Education (CTE) Month
Video in English (captions are available in English and Spanish) February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) [...]