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The Summer Experience. Summer Programs for APS Students
Summer Camp enrollment officially opens tomorrow - Tuesday, April 1. If you have questions, please call CCAA Expanded Learning office at 330.761.7998 and ask for Tiffany Lundy.Call (330) 761-3067 or email expandedlearning@apslearns.org.
If you would like your student to participate in any of our programs, please visit our district website, https://ccaa.akronschools.com/expanded-learning/summer-experiences to search for camps by your next year’s grade and building. Make special note of the camp's location - spacing is limited.
Food Drive. Monday, May 12th - Wednesday May 21st
"Be a Good Neighbor" Food Drive. We will collect items starting on Monday May 12th through Wednesday May 21st. We are collecting non-perishable items and ask that you do not send anything packaged in glass. All items raised will be given to the Good Neighbors Food pantry to assist families in need of food in the Akron community. Our hope is that by collecting and donating food, our students can feel that they have helped make a difference in their community. See attached fliers for more information.
Soaring Eagle Newsletter April
Scholastic Book Fair. Week of May 12 -16th
Iready Spring Testing in Math and Reading. Starting the Week of May 12th
Family Reading Night. Wild About Reading. Thursday, May 15th 4-6 PM
RSVP Form was sent home with students to return with number of family members attending.
Deborah Holliday is Sam Salem Teacher of the Year 2025
Hi, I’m Deborah Holliday, and I’m honored to be recognized as Teacher of the Year for this school year for Sam Salem. I have been teaching for 17 years, all within Akron Public Schools, as an Intervention Specialist. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with students in a variety of special education settings, including cross-categorical classrooms, resource rooms, and specialized AIM and ACHIEVE units. No matter the role, my goal has always been the same—to create a welcoming, supportive classroom where every student, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to learn and grow.
I have a strong passion for special education and love finding creative ways to help my students succeed. I use strategies like multisensory instruction and individualized support to ensure all students have access to meaningful learning experiences. I also enjoy collaborating with my colleagues, serving on leadership teams, and helping to create a positive school environment for both students and staff.
Outside of teaching, I’m always looking for new ways to learn and grow. I hold multiple degrees in education, and a doctorate in philosophy, and I love attending workshops, presenting at conferences, and sharing ideas with other educators. When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy cooking, astrology, and spending time with family and friends. Teaching is more than a job to me—it’s a passion, and I feel lucky to do what I love every day!
Marco Pizza Night. Wednesday, May 14th
Amazing Shake Finalists-M'Kenie Young Fifth Grader
No School for Students Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day.
Soaring Eagle Newsletter March
The Sam Salem track team consisted of Kennan Popovich, Stanley Rouser, Madden Hodas, Brydon Bracey, Mikell Fry, Legacy Poole, Ae'lena Williams, Sadie Stults, M'Lonie Cox, Terrielle Wright, Isabella Ferguson
Brydon Bracey boys 170 yard run 12th place
Isabella Ferguson girls 170 yard run 5th place
Madden Hodas standing long jump 1st in his heat and 2nd overall
M'Lonie Cox 50 yard steeple race 9th place
Girls Relay Team: 1st place in their heat and 3rd place overall
Terrielle Wright
Sadie Stults
Ae'lena Wright
Legacy Poole
M'Kenzie Young Amazing Shake Finalist!
Marcos Pizza Winners
Families,
Remember, today Wednesday, March
12, 2025, is Marco's Night. Enjoy a night free of cooking and cleanup. Remember, a portion of the sale goes towards Sam Salem and the student activities we host. The classroom with the most orders also wins a free class pizza party. Support the school and save yourself from the stress.
Amazing Shake Final Round. March 14th.Sam Salem's M'Kenzie Young
There is exciting news happening at Sam Salem! Our very own M'Kenzie Young (5th grader in Ms. Brown's class) has made it to the Final 4 (final round) of the Amazing Shake Competition!!! She will compete this Friday morning, March 14th.
February 2025 Soaring Eagle Newsletter
Wednesday, March 12th Marco Pizza Night
Families,
Remember, today Wednesday, March
12, 2025, is Marco's Night. Enjoy a night free of cooking and cleanup. Remember, a portion of the sale goes towards Sam Salem and the student activities we host. The classroom with the most orders also wins a free class pizza party. Support the school and save yourself from the stress.
220ish students that started in the competition, these students are included in the final 12 competing to go to the next round. We are also the school with the most students competing in this round!
Districtwide Kindergarten Open House Thursday, March 27th 3-5 PM