Welcome new SA families! We're so glad to have you as some of our newest Jaguars. Below, find helpful information to help you acclimate to your new school home. With questions, please don't hesitate to contact SA's Director of Admission, Allison Doby.
ASK for grades 3k-8
After-school childcare is available on school days until 5:30 p.m. for students in grades 3K-8. The cost for ASK is $13 per day or $220 per month. If the child is picked up later than 5:30 p.m., the ASK director has permission to charge a late pick-up fee of $25 in addition to the cost of ASK. SA offers Extended Day on Fridays after early release dismissal. Extended Day will offer various enrichment activities for both the lower school and middle school from early release until 3:30 p.m. each Friday that ASK is in session. There will be a $7 fee for Extended Day. Contact ASK Director Dakota Raney at ask@salisburyacademy.org with questions. Phone numbers for ASK are: JK/K (704)314-6992 and Grades 1-8 (704)433-0613. Families will be billed at the end of the month based on Extended Day and ASK attendance. Checks made payable to Salisbury Academy.
Allergy and Medical Forms
A list of required new student forms can be located here: Salisbury Academy Policies, Forms, and Handbooks
Giving Culture
As an independent School, Salisbury Academy relies on tuition and fees to financially support the costs of our exemplary learning environment. Tuition and fees at Salisbury Academy account for approximately 80% of our annual operating budget. The remaining 20% is funded by generous support from corporate and individual friends of Salisbury Academy. Please reach out to Director of Annual Giving Tracey Baird at tbaird@salisburyacademy.org for more information.
The Annual Fund
The mark of any great independent school is a strong Annual Fund, both in dollars raised and in parent participation. Unrestricted, tax-deductible gifts to the Annual Fund help the school meet its budgetary goals and empower Salisbury Academy’s students and faculty. We ask every family to support the Annual Fund each year with a tax-deductible gift. Learn more about the SA Annual Fund.
Athletics
Fifth through eleventh grade students have the opportunity to participate in SA's athletics programming. With questions, please contact Coach Tommy Wilson, Athletic Director at twilson@salisburyacademy.org.
Billing/Tuition Questions
For billing and tuition questions, please contact Shannon McCoy, Business Manager, at smccoy@salisburyacademy.org.
Calendar
Our school calendar can be found here: Calendar for Salisbury Academy
Communication
Look for Jag Weekly school newsletters in your email inbox each Sunday Morning, whole school email and text updates, and direct communication from your child's classroom teacher. With email and phone information updates please contact Director of Admission Allison Doby or Director of Marketing and Communications Lizzy Roy. For regular updates on the happenings at SA, follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
Core Knowledge
Salisbury Academy is part of a growing network of schools across the country that uses the Core Knowledge Sequence for grades JK-8 and is finding great success as measured both by standardized tests and by the students’ enjoyment of learning.The Core Knowledge Sequence is a planned progression of specific content that builds upon itself year after year while enhancing students’ critical and higher-order thinking skills. In each grade, students explore a broad range of historical, scientific, and cultural topics. This wide array of subject matter not only develops a deep understanding of science, social studies, and the arts but also establishes the strong vocabulary necessary for true reading comprehension and prepares students for later educational success.
Directory of Staff/Students
Visit our SA Staff Directory. For a student directory, create your parent account in the Facts application.
Family Handbook
View the 2023-24 Family Handbook for 3K-8th here. View all handbooks on our Policies, Forms, and Handbooks page.
Field Trips
At Salisbury Academy, learning extends far beyond the classroom. To view a sampling of our dynamic field trip destinations, visit our Field Trips page.
Immunizations
See the latest NC immunization requirements on our Policies, Forms, and Handbooks page.
Lunch
Students may bring a lunch from home or purchase a catered lunch Monday - Thursday catered by Habeeb Catering (3K-8) and Chef Brown (9-11). View the weekly newsletter for this month's lunch menu. Students in grades 9-11 will have the opportunity to eat off campus on Fridays. Additionally, 3K-8 students are asked to please bring a refillable water bottle to school each day as well as a morning snack. Students attending ASK (after-school programming) will need an after-school snack as well.
NCSEAA Scholarships
Learn more about the Opportunity and Disability Scholarships on our Affordability and Tuition page.
New Parent Orientation
Information on New Parent Orientation will be sent by our Director of Admission, Allison Doby. With questions, please don't hesitate to contact her.
PSA
Our Parents of Salisbury Academy organization is a large one because the members are all of us - every SA parent and caregiver. This dedicated group is a necessary and invigorating support system for our faculty, staff and students. Learn more about the PSA
School Hours
3K: 8:30 - 2:30 p.m. / Junior Kindergarten: 8:30 - 2:45 p.m. (Friday dismissal: 1:10 p.m.) / Kindergarten: 8:05 - 2:55 p.m. (Friday dismissal: 1:05 p.m.) / Lower School (Grades 1-4): 8:05 a.m. - 2:55 p.m. (Friday dismissal 1:05 p.m.) / Middle School (Grades 5-8): 8:05 - 3:10 p.m. (Friday dismissal 1:20 p.m.) / Upper School (Grades 9-11): 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Friday dismissal 1:30 p.m.)
School Pictures
School portraits and sports pictures are taken by Blair Phillips Photography each fall and spring. Information on any upcoming picture day is shared in the Jag Weekly school newsletter.
School Store
Salisbury Academy offers periodic sales of school gear (clothing, keychains, headbands, etc.) in our school pop-up shop. Information for pop-up shops will be shared in the school newsletter. Additionally, SA merchandise can be purchased on several sites including Lands' End and Sideline Stores. Learn more
School Supplies
View this year's school supply lists
Special Events
School events in a typical year include Back-To-School Night, Grandpersons Day, the SA Talent Show, Field Day, and PSA events encouraging fellowship and fun.
Summer Camp
Information on summer programming can be found on the SA Summer Camp page. Contact Haylie Dixon to inquire.
Uniform Closet
Gently used uniform items are available for a significantly reduced price through the PSA Uniform Closet. Stop by SA's front office during school hours to visit the closet and search for items.
Uniform Policy
View our Lower School and Middle School Uniform Policies on the Uniforms page. Uniforms are required for first grade and up and are not required in 3K, JK, or K.