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 students, parents and the community about the dangers of fake pills made from deadly fentanyl. Fentanyl being disguised as candy Fentanyl is currently very common in our community; it is a powerful synthetic opioid that [...]

2023-05-09T12:11:32-08:00May 8, 2023|

Tips for staying healthy this winter season

This winter, the whole Salem-Keizer community can work together to keep our schools, students and community safe and healthy. Remember to follow some simple precautions to prevent illness: Stay home when sick. Avoid contact with people who are sick. Avoid the sharing of cups and utensils. Wash hands regularly for at least 20 seconds. [...]

2023-01-06T16:37:17-08:00January 3, 2023|

Back to school 2022-23

School offices opening dates 2022-23 August 8: Elementary school offices open August 15: Middle school offices open Year-round: High school offices open year-round First day of school dates 2022-23 Grades 1-12 September 6: First day for Grades 6 and 9 September 7: First day for Grades 1-5, 7-8, 10-12 (*Because this is a Wednesday, this [...]

2022-10-19T10:40:46-08:00September 6, 2022|

Salem-Keizer early education programs available for 2022-23 school year

Children in the Salem-Keizer community have an opportunity to enroll in early childhood education programs to support their foundational learning during the 2022-23 school year. Salem-Keizer Public Schools currently has openings available for enrollment in three early childhood programs to serve children three and four years of age. Enroll your child today to help [...]

2022-07-20T07:45:12-08:00June 22, 2022|

Face coverings optional effective March 12

​​As you likely know, there have been significant changes in recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Oregon Health Authority, and Oregon Department of Education regarding face coverings in schools. We have carefully reviewed the guidance and met with our community health partners to provide expertise and feedback on these changes. All groups [...]

2022-03-04T18:55:22-08:00March 4, 2022|

Family engagement nights August 4 and 6, 2021

SKPS invites families to engage with district leaders on back-to-school planning for fall Chuukese | English | Marshallese | Russian | Spanish | Swahili Salem-Keizer Public Schools plans to provide full-time, in-person instruction for all students. SKPS wants to hear from families. Please see the Zoom links below to join a virtual session and Q&A on [...]

2021-08-10T15:54:33-08:00July 22, 2021|

Grab-N-Go Meals information summer 2021

Summer Grab-N-Go Meals 2021 Summer Grab-N-Go Meals available through Friday, Sept. 3 The following sites will be serving summer Grab-N-Go meals to the community Monday - Friday between 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. These locations will begin serving meals on Monday, June 21 and run through Friday, September 3. Arabic | [...]

2021-07-28T12:48:35-08:00July 21, 2021|

Registration closed for free summer programs | Las inscripciones para los programas gratuitos de verano han cerrado

The registration window for summer programs closed on Monday, May 31. A lottery system was used to select students, and families have been notified of program placements. El plazo de inscripción para los programas de verano finalizó el lunes, 31 de mayo. Se utilizó un sistema de lotería para seleccionar a los [...]

2021-08-20T09:17:47-08:00June 1, 2021|

It’s time to complete online registration & enrollment verification

It’s time to complete the registration/enrollment verification process for the 2021-22 school year! Completing this process early ensures our district can best prepare for staffing, program offerings and more. Complete registration and enrollment verification for 2021-22 school year Steps to complete online registration & enrollment verification (1.) Gather needed documents: Proof of age (new [...]

2021-05-06T08:58:02-08:00May 5, 2021|

Beyond: creating opportunities and launching your future | Crear oportunidades para el futuro

When secondary students (middle and high school) return for the start of the third quarter, students will spend Feb. 2 and 3, 2021, participating in a new, exciting event called “Beyond: Creating Opportunities and Launching Your Future.” All students will be attending on Feb. 2 AND Feb. 3 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. [...]

2021-07-22T10:31:53-08:00January 22, 2021|