Hoping to give players a place to sit and rest, as well as store their equipment, senior Van Stephens has chosen to design and build benches for the tennis courts. The project is to help him complete his Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts.

The volleyball court was covered in pink, but the message behind it went far beyond the color. Salem High School Head Volleyball Coach Renee Stidam was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2026. The team chose to support their coach by wearing pink, the color that represents breast cancer awareness.

A new season brings fresh sounds as the marching band takes the field with a unique theme this year. With months of work already in place, these students are ready to bring their show to life with plenty for the audiences to look forward to.