Calling all aspiring thespians! Auditions for the SHS fall theatre production of "Hadestown: Teen Edition!" begin next week.
SHS and HEA students interested in auditioning should review the information on the SHS Performing Arts website for details about the production and audition procedure.
Auditions will happen at SHS on Monday, August 11, Tuesday, August 12, with possible call backs on Wednesday, August 13 - all starting at 4 pm.
Students who accept a role on the team will be expected to participate on the following dates:
Then, rehearsals Monday, Tuesday Wednesdays from 4:10-6 pm
Until Oct 20th, then M/T/W from 4:10-6:30 pm
Tech week Nov 3rd - M/T/W/Th 4:10-9 pm
Shows
Friday, November 14th 7 pm
Saturday, November 15th 2 pm, and 7 pm
Please reach out to Andre Wilkins, Director of Music/Theatre at
awilkins@salidaschools.org or 719-530-5427 with any questions.
12 days ago, Kim LeTourneau
Sports Physical Night
When: August 4th, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Salida Middle School Gym
Who: All incoming SHS & SMS 5th-12th grade student athletes
Cost: $10 per student, cash or check
All athletes must have a current physical on file (completed in the last year) before they are allowed to participate in practice or games. Getting a physical done now will cover your athlete for the '25-'26 year.
A parent or guardian must be present with each student. Physical forms will be provided.
Chaffee County Public Health will be on-site at Sports Physical Night offering adolescent vaccinations. We will have Tdap, MenACWY, HPV, Polio, Hep A, Hep B, and MMR. Many adolescents need these vaccinations, especially those going into 6th grade, college, or those who have started a series but have not completed that series. Please have your insurance card with you. Parents either need to be present with their child or can give verbal consent over the phone. They will bill health insurance for those who have it, and there is no charge for those who don't have insurance. (Please bring your health insurance card.) Please visit the Chaffee County Public Health Immunizations & Disease Prevention website and fill out the child health questionnaire and the Insurance registration form in advance. (Note - you don't have to be an athlete to come for an immunization - all students are invited to participate).
Thank you to the medical doctors and professionals who are donating their time to support our community's student athletes!
Learn more about Spartan Athletics at salidaathletics.com
For questions about Spartan Athletics, reach out to Athletic Director Marko Hahn, mhahn@salidaschools.org
For questions, reach out to Anastacia Fraijo, anastacia.fraijo@hrrmc.net
20 days ago, Kim LeTourneau
HEA Walkabout Night
Thursday, May 1, 2025
4:30pm-5:30pm
HEA Building (310 E. 9th Street)
Come join us for an evening where students share with the community all they have learned & experienced during Semester 2 at HEA.
4 months ago, Amy Courtney
Grandfamilies Listening Session at Boys & Girls Club in Salida, Thursday May 1st 5:30-6:30PM
Meet other grandparents and share a light dinner. Childcare provided
4 months ago, Amy Courtney
Tech help is coming to Horizons Exploratory Academy! Join us on February 26th from 2:20-4:00 PM at 310 East 9th St in Salida
We are hosting a FREE tech support session for older adults. Students will be providing personalized assistance to help you navigate your devices and tech tools with ease! Bring your devices and questions!
Questions about the event? Call 719-626-1417
6 months ago, Amy Courtney
Come play Bingo to support Horizons Exploratory Academy!
On December 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. the community is invited to join in for a night of community, prizes, and fun to support the experience-based high school program. This event helps supplement district funding and raise additional money for educational trips and outdoor adventures!
$10 for the first Bingo Card, $5 for each additional card.
9 months ago, Kristie Servis, HEA and Crest Principal
12 months ago, Kim LeTourneau
Salida Schools Hosts Local First Responders for Active Shooter Training on 7/10
about 1 year ago, Salida Schools
The Salida School District Board of Education will not be holding their normal monthly meeting for the month of July 2024.
about 1 year ago, Salida Schools
Salida Schools Host Local First Responders for Active Shooter Training on 7/10
Local First Responders will conduct a multi-agency active shooter training at Salida High School on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. The community should expect to see an increased number of emergency vehicles and first responders in the area before and during the drill.
The training exercise will focus on coordinated emergency response to an active shooter on campus and is being organized by the Salida Police Department in collaboration with other agencies including Salida Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Colorado State Patrol (CSP), Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), and Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office.
Jones Avenue, New Street, and State Streets will be closed in preparation for and during the drill.
No students will be involved in the drill. Some school district personnel will be on hand to observe, but will not participate in the drill. Because of the sensitive and tactical nature of the activities, the training is also closed to the general public and any media presence.
As part of the ongoing efforts of the school district and first responders to student safety, the drill aligns with the protocols of the Emergency Operating Plan that guides these partnerships. Salida Schools will also conduct reunifications drills after students return for the ’24-’25 school year, in addition to required routine drills throughout the year.
For additional information please contact Kim LeTourneau at 719-530-5225 or
kletourneau@salidaschools.org.
about 1 year ago, Salida Schools
Horizon's Exploratory Academy celebrated graduation on May 18, 2024 at The SteamPlant Event Center. Thirteen of the sixteen graduates participated in the ceremony, recognizing the largest graduating class from HEA in at least the last 10 years.
Huge congratulations to the dedicated group of students and a thank you to the teachers and staff who help guide these young minds to their next chapter!
about 1 year ago, Salida Schools
A big shout out to the Horizons Exploratory Academy Graduating Class of 2024!!
The list of graduates includes 16 students who successfully completed the requirements set forth by the Salida School District and State of Colorado - making it the largest graduating class from HEA in at least the last 10 years .
The list of graduates included:
Maddox Arosemena-Hill
Gavin Forrest Barron
Evan Thomas Damon
Steffen Anthony DeLeo
Abram Nathanial Durbin
Emma Scotty Holden
Alyssa Nicole Lenhart
Preston Vaughn Martin
KayLynne Hope Meston-Grindle
Danielle Elizabeth Morgan
Daisy Bear Nichols
Morgan Ann Nichols
Anthony Eugene Scott Schadegg
Remus Marsh Simpson
Eliza Marie Sisneros
Tatiana Nicole Zoberski
HEA math teacher Sue Ceglowski joined her students, also dressing in a cap and gown, as she gets ready to step into the next chapter in her story - retirement! Thank you Sue for several decades of dedication to education and supporting students in the Salida Schools' community!
Thank you to Jodi Breckenridge Petit for the photos!
about 1 year ago, Kim LeTourneau
