As another school year winds down, Salisbury High School continues to thrive but says goodbyes and brings new beginnings.

With graduation June 9, seniors walked across the stage and are ready to take their next steps. The rest of the student body is soaking up the final weeks of school while already diving into summer activities and traditions.

On June 7, the elementary school held its annual Ice Cream Festival which was a fun-filled event that brought the entire community together. Despite less-than-perfect weather, the turnout was strong, and the event was a big success. Inside the school, families found games like toilet paper toss, Skee-Ball and Plinko, where student and adult volunteers helped younger kids play and hand out tickets. These tickets could be exchanged for prizes or entered into raffle baskets packed with goodies.

Other indoor attractions included a bounce house, face painting and tables full of food and snacks. Outside, the fun continued with a dunk tank, food trucks, a sand art station where kids created colorful bottle designs and a visit from the local fire department. Children had the chance to explore the fire truck and learn about the tools firefighters use. The energy was high all afternoon and it was clear the kids had an amazing time.

Meanwhile, summer sports are already gearing up across Salisbury and the surrounding area. Volleyball and cheer open gyms have officially started, giving students the opportunity to stay active, improve their skills and bond with teammates.

Many Salisbury sports participate in summer league scrimmages, with girls basketball playing in the Forks Township summer league, while boys basketball competes in Whitehall. Girls soccer is also active in Whitehall, boys soccer plays at Murray H. Goodman Stadium and field hockey competes at Bethlehem Catholic High School.

Even as we say goodbye to the senior class, the spirit of Salisbury lives on through events like the Ice Cream Festival and the growing list of summer programs. Whether you’re volunteering, competing or just cheering from the sidelines, there are plenty of ways to stay connected and involved as we move into summer.