Salt River Schools

Students at the Accelerated Learning Academy received their traditional O'odham skirts made by Sistine Lewis. At the end of last school year, students had the wonderful opportunity to participate in a skirt demonstration workshop facilitated by Lewis.

Sapé, Ms. Mozo for sharing the photos.

The Salt River Schools SEED Program and Community Recreational Services Adaptive Recreation invite families to learn simple songs and fun ways to incorporate music and movement at home! ✨🕺🎶
The event is ideal for ages 2-5 years-old and siblings are welcome! Join us on Thursday, September 10 from 5-6p.m. in the Early Childhood Education Center Multi-Purpose room.

For more information contact:
SEED Program: 480-362-2214
Visit: ECEC.SaltRiverSchools.org
CRS Adaptive Recreation: 480-362-339

📢 NOW ACCEPTING ECEC POLICY COUNCIL NOMINATIONS! 📢
For Early Childcare Education Center enrolled families ONLY.

Your voice matters! Your leadership matters! Your child matters! The Early Childhood Education Center is currently looking for parents and guardians who are interested in serving on the Head Start Policy Council. Policy Council is an opportunity for you to be an active participant in your child’s early education. Nomination forms are now being accepted for yourself or another parent.

📅 Nominations are DUE by Friday, August 21.

Pease contact Chantilly E. Snelling at 480-246-5060 or email [email protected] with any questions.

Visit ECEC.SaltRiverSchools.org to complete a nomination form and learn more about the Policy Council.

On July 29th, our Salt River Schools teachers and staff gathered for our annual Welcome Back Breakfast. It was a morning filled with smiles, encouragement, and a great breakfast, of course! First attendant to Jr. Miss Salt River, Thaila Silverhorn provided a welcome address. After speaking, Thaila encouraged staff to join her in a social dance. Salt River Schools Education Board Chair Kyland King and Superintendent Sheryl Houston shared inspiring words reminding staff that when we root for one another, we create a stronger foundation for our students to grow, learn, and succeed. Teachers and staff then participated in a traditional rock, paper and scissors game that incorporated rooting for one another.
We were also honored to hear from keynote speaker Jacob Moore, ASU Tribal Nations Policy Institute Advisory Board member who shared the importance of American Indian education and the impact it has on our students, families and the Community.

Sapé, to our amazing speakers for their uplifting words and our SRS staff who worked behind the scene to make this great annual event happen!

Join Salt River Higher Education Program at our next scheduled orientation session on Thursday, August 13 from 12-1p.m. in the Education Board Room.

The Salt River Higher Education Program offers early college outreach, financial assistance, and education career advising to enrolled SRPMIC members through our orientation sessions! Let us help you meet your goals and our scholarship program application deadline!

Call the Higher Education Program at 480-362-2547 with any questions.
Visit: HE.SaltRiverSchools.org

The Accelerated Learning Academy Saturday School begins this Saturday, August 15 from 8:30-11:30a.m.

The ALA Saturday School is a FREE opportunity led by certified teachers from diverse content areas at every session, which are held in person in the ALA Library. Remote options are also available.

Saturday School is a great opportunity for students to catch up and/or move ahead in their courses. Students are encouraged to attend every session that works for their schedule.

Saturday School runs from 8:30-11:30 a.m. in the ALA Library (or remote). *Dates/Location subject to change.

For more information, call 480-362-2130 or email [email protected]

On Wednesday, July 22, Salt River School and Community Relations held their annual Journey Through the Middle School Maze Youth Conference. The middle school bound attendees had a great day participating in various activity sessions and learning about what to expect from middle school. Students listened to encouraging speeches from keynote speakers SRPMIC Councilmen David Antone and prominent Community member Aarick Mack.

The Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona facilitated an engaging group activity that demonstrated building resiliency and healthy relationships. Students stacked plastic cups on top of one another without using their hands but using string and rubber bands instead. Students learned the importance of teamwork and communication.

Salt River School and Community Relations shared a presentation informing students about Junior High expectations, emphasizing good grades and attendance. Community member and small business owner of Tigg Bakes, Victoria Wood, shared her experience about pursuing a successful alternative career path as a professional baker. Wood facilitated a cookie decorating activity, where she shared different decorating techniques with students.

Notable Salt River traditional basket weavers Alice Manuel and her daughter Reanne Brown shared the importance of traditional basket weaving and the dedication and hard work required to create the intricate baskets. The day ended with a Social Dance with Piipaash Dance Group Bird Singing and Dances by the River.

Sapé, Salt River Schools SCR department, Councilmen Antone and Community supporters who took part in the conference to help make sure our youth are prepared for their journey through middle school.

DON'T FORGET! ‼ Salt River Elementary School families with kindergarten students! The Kindergarten Orientation is TOMORROW Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 3-4:30p.m. in the CRC.

During this orientation session, parents will meet their child’s Kindergarten teacher, review classroom curriculum and teacher communication, and review the Salt River Schools Student & Parent Handbook, which is mandatory for all enrolled students and guardians.

Questions? 480-362-2400 | SRES.SaltRiverSchools.org

Salt River Elementary School families with kindergarten students are invited to attend Kindergarten Orientation on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 3-4:30p.m. in the CRC.

During this orientation session, parents will meet their child’s Kindergarten teacher, review classroom curriculum and teacher communication, and review the Salt River Schools Student & Parent Handbook, which is mandatory for all enrolled students and guardians.

Questions? 480-362-2400 | SRES.SaltRiverSchools.org