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A photo depicting the "Learning Stairs" at Salida Montessori Charter School.
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Recent Features Stories

SHS Wrestlers at State

May 13, 2026

On February 19, 20 and 21, three members of the SHS Boys’ Wrestling team competed in the State Championship....

May 13, 2026

For many students at Salida High School, teacher Andrew Schultz has been more than just an educator....

May 13, 2026

Every summer, the river running through Salida becomes the center of activity. The Arkansas river draws...

Maggie Hughes
Maggie Hughes
Staff Reporter

Hi!! My name is Maggie Hughes and I'm a 9th grader at Salida High School. I run cross country and track, and am also a member of SHS student council. I love anything that involves being outside and the...

Wind of Life Blows Schultz Yonder
Ethan McFarland, Staff Reporter • May 13, 2026

For many students at Salida High School, teacher Andrew Schultz has been more than just an educator. Known for his thoughtful lessons, deep conversations, and his very unique way of speaking, Schultz has...

Wish Week for Jude
May 13, 2026

Lily Ericsson, Co-Editor-in-Chief | May 13, 2026

Throughout the season, the SHS Girls’ tennis team has been filled with many challenges and achievements. Qualifiers from Salida High School were in Colorado Springs from May 6 to May 9 for the Colorado State Championships.  One member of the tennis team, Junior Clara Harris, expressed her pride in their successes this season. She and her doubles partner, Freshman Shelby Miller won all of their...

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SHS Wrestlers at State

Lily Ericsson, Co-Editor-in-Chief | May 13, 2026

On February 19, 20 and 21, three members of the SHS Boys’ Wrestling team competed in the State Championship. Senior Sam Johnson, Senior Calhoun Hill and Sophomore Jake Johnson were the qualifying members of the team this year.  To compete in State competitions, each wrestler has to place in the top four at Regionals. Johnson placed first, Hill third, and Johnson third at Regionals this year....

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