Saturday Tutoring for 10th Graders
Gear Up Spring Valley will hold Saturday Tutoring for 10th grade students beginning on Saturday, February 3, 2018 in room C148 with Mr. Jackson. The program times are 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Students can receive reduced detention hours and assistance with all math levels. If your child is interested in attending any of the sessions register at: Saturday Tutoring If you have any questions please contact Ms. Blassingame or Mr. Jackson
Yearbook Senior Ads
Express love and congratulations to the seniors in the 2018 yearbook. Please see the attached Senior Ad form. Earlybird Deadline to submit ads is February 2, 2018 ( Final deadline is Friday, March 2, 2018).
1st Annual Viking Race
On February 17th at 10:00am our school will host the Viking Race. Teams of 5 will compete in this ultimate test of endurance, strength, and determination for a grand prize of $500! Each team will complete many obstacles, including a sled push, carrying a casualty dummy on a stretcher, and pulling a military Humvee. Registration is open to anyone! Registering only costs $10 per person, and forms can be found in the main office. There will be an interest meeting on January 31st during Lunch. See you there!"
New Alive at 25 Session! Rare Opportunity!
This is a rare opportunity to take your Alive at 25 class during the school day on Tuesday, February 27th. If you are a Junior who will be taking the ACT on February 27th, you cannot sign up for this Alive at 25 class since it will take place during testing.
This Alive at 25 session will take place on:
Tuesday, February 27th from 8:45 am-1:15 pm in room C145.
If you are registered for Alive at 25 on this date, you will report directly to that classroom at 8:40 am.
In order to park at SVHS, a student must take the Alive @ 25 class sponsored by the SC Chapter of the National Safety Council. To sign up for the class you must sign-up online at the scalive@25 website. The cost of the class is $35 (there is an additional $3.00 charge for debit or credit transactions). Each class lasts 4 1/2 hours. These class may fill up quickly, so please sign up ASAP.
Alyssa Williams Recognized as Technology Leader
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“With technology jobs projected to grow faster than all other job sectors in the next decade, it’s imperative that we nurture the computing aspirations of women, who will make up half the professional workforce,” said Lucy Sanders, CEO and Co-founder of NCWIT. “This award allows us recognize and encourage talent that might otherwise be overlooked.”
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing was created to encourage the computing aspirations of young women, introduce them to leadership opportunities in the field, and generate visibility for women’s participation in technology fields. Winners are acknowledged for their outstanding aptitude and interest in technology and computing, leadership ability, academic history, and plans for post-secondary education.
Thirteen young women will be honored at a reception hosted by IT-oLogy and Winthrop University in February. The group includes 11 winners, two honorable mentions, and one honorable mention national recipient.
The recipients of the 2018 NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing – South Carolina are:
Alexa Bell, Porter-Gaud School, Charleston, SC
Alyssa Williams, Spring Valley High School, Columbia, SC
Lauren Chen, Dutch Fork High, Columbia, SC
Gelsey Jaymes, Porter- Gaud School, Charleston, SC
Mary Kathryn Davidson, South Carolina Assoc of Independent Homeschools
Brandy Barfield, Lexington High School, Lexington, SC
Eleanor Lee, Porter- Gaud School, Charleston, SC
Samantha Sobich, Porter- Gaud School, Charleston, SC
Claire Levy, Richland Northeast High School, Columbia, SC
Jenna Nesmith, Academy for Arts Science & Technology, Myrtle Beach, SC
Chelsea McDonald, Irmo High School, Irmo, SC
Honorable Mention
Kaylie Smith, Blythewood High School, Blythewood, SC
Jennifer Major, T L Hanna High School, Anderson, SC
Viking Race Interest Meeting Tomorrow
Arabian Nights Prom 2018
Prom tickets will go on sale starting this week. Tickets will be sold on Wednesdays at lunch in the Atrium lobby. All school fees must be paid prior to buying a prom ticket. Ticket prices will increase bi-weekly, so get your tickets early!
Seniors are eligible for 1 free ticket and must sign up for their free ticket during ticket sales. All fees MUST be paid to get your free ticket. If your date is an underclassman then you must purchase a date ticket. Juniors who are graduating early are not eligible for a free ticket.
If your date is not a Spring Valley student, you must complete a "Prom Guest Form" and return it to Mrs. Dickerson in the Counseling Office no later than Friday, April 20t
American Mathematics Competition
The American Mathematics Competition (AMC 10/12) exam will be offered at Spring Valley H.S. on Wednesday, February 7th and Thursday, February 15th. Please see Mrs. Stiffler in D127 to register. Cost is $2.00.
Update: Railroad and Road Closures
Please note: tomorrow morning (Wednesday, Jan 30th) the following crossings will close. It may take 2 days for completion. These may or may not affect school traffic.
- North Brickyard
- Bookman Rd
- Old Two Notch Rd
The following will re-open tomorrow (Wednesday, Jan 30th):
- Sparkleberry Extension
- Metso Way
- Fashion Drive
Arabian Nights Prom 2018
Prom tickets will go on sale starting this week. Tickets will be sold on Wednesdays at lunch in the Atrium lobby. All school fees must be paid prior to buying a prom ticket. Ticket prices will increase bi-weekly, so get your tickets early!
Seniors are eligible for 1 free ticket and must sign up for their free ticket during ticket sales. All fees MUST be paid to get your free ticket. If your date is an underclassman then you must purchase a date ticket. Juniors who are graduating early are not eligible for a free ticket.
If your date is not a Spring Valley student, you must complete a "Prom Guest Form" and return it to Mrs. Dickerson in the Counseling Office no later than Friday, April 20th.
2018 Junior Science & Humanities Symposium Results
Ten Spring Valley Discovery students submitted research papers to the 2018 Department of Defense-sponsored Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS), which took place on January 26, 2018, at the University of South Carolina. Based on their written research papers, the following students were chosen as Semifinalists. Semifinalists were competing for the opportunity to attend and compete for scholarships at National JSHS in Hunt Valley, Maryland (all expenses paid).
Vamsi Gorrepati (10)
Pranav Guntupalli (10)
Jareer Imran (10)
Isak Jatoi (11)
Abhijith Nair (10)
Gillian Patton (11)
Pallavi Rao (10)
Elizabeth “Lily” Shytle (10)
Kristina Trifonova (11)
In the finalist round Lily Shytle earned first place ($2,000 scholarship), and Gillian Patton earned second place ($1,500 scholarship). Both will compete in oral presentation sessions at the National JSHS conference. Kristina Trifonova won fifth place overall and will compete in the National JSHS poster session. Finally, Jasmine Hughley (10) also earned first place in her session. Congratulations to these students and their research teachers--Dr. Joanne Bedlek-Anslow, Mr. Dale Soblo, and Mrs. Michelle Spigner.
Spring Valley's FBLA Excels at District II Conference
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members competed during the FBLA District II Conference on Saturday, January 27th at Westwood High School. Students competed in 15 areas and ranked well enough in all 15 areas to move on to the FBLA State Leadership Conference to be held in Charleston, SC during March 16-17th. When you see these students around campus, make sure to congratulate them on a job well done!
Advertising
1st Place Madison Welch
Computer Problem Solving
1st Place Rebekah Bishop
Economics
2nd Place Ashtan Goodwin
Graphic Design
2nd Place Siarah Wilson
Healthcare Administration
4th Place Miyah Reed
Impromptu Speaking
2nd Place KeSean Harris
5th Place Ajaliyah Merritt
Insurance and Risk Management
1st Place DeKira Wilson
Introduction to Business Communication
1st Place Jasmine Hughley
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure
1st Place Alicia McCall
Introduction to Public Speaking
1st Place Tierra Simmons
Journalism
2nd Place Kyr-Sheena Stevens
Networking Concepts
1st Place Sydney Hannibal
Organizational Leadership
1st Place Cameron Burris-Greene
3rd Place Amaiya Johnson
Personal Finance
2nd Place Antonia Kincaid
Public Speaking
1st Place Taylor Williams
Mrs. Shelia Jones and Mrs. Monica Lawton, Advisers
Dr. Way, Chaperone
Mrs. Shelia Jones nominated for SCBEA Teacher of the Year
The SCBEA is responsible for assisting teachers in the development of business education programs that are relevant and current. SCBEA also provides current information on new trends, speakers and effective leadership in business education.. The program is patterned after the National Business Education Association (NBEA) Awards program with the intent to inspire, promote, honor, and reward outstanding achievement in and contributions to the profession.
Spring Valley High School and Richland School District 2 are proud to support Mrs. Jones in her nomination for this distinguished honor. The winner will be announced during the 2018 SCBEA Conference held in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina during January 31 - February 3, 2018.
Congratulations to Our FBLA District II Conference Winners!
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members competed during the FBLA District II Conference on Saturday, January 27th at Westwood High School. Students competed in 15 areas and ranked well enough in all 15 areas to move on to the FBLA State Leadership Conference to be held in Charleston, SC during March 16-17th. Congratulations on a job well done!
Advertising
1st Place Madison Welch
Computer Problem Solving
1st Place Rebekah Bishop
Economics
2nd Place Ashtan Goodwin
Graphic Design
2nd Place Siarah Wilson
Healthcare Administration
4th Place Miyah Reed
Impromptu Speaking
2nd Place KeSean Harris
5th Place Ajaliyah Merritt
Insurance and Risk Management
1st Place DeKira Wilson
Introduction to Business Communication
1st Place Jasmine Hughley
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure
1st Place Alicia McCall
Introduction to Public Speaking
1st Place Tierra Simmons
Journalism
2nd Place Kry-Sheena Stevens
Networking Concepts
1st Place Sydney Hannibal
Organizational Leadership
1st Place Cameron Burris-Greene
3rd Place Amaiya Johnson
Personal Finance
2nd Place Antonia Kincaid
Public Speaking
1st Place Taylor Williams
Mrs. Shelia Jones and Mrs. Monica Lawton, Advisers
Dr. Way, Chaperone
Million Women Mentors
Million Women Mentors South Carolina is a movement connecting STEM stakeholders with girls and young women, through mentoring and collaboratin with business, education, industry, military and non-profit organizations, to increase interest and confidence of young women to pursue and succeed in STEM edcution and careers.
MWM is now accepting Student Lead applications. If you have a student interested in STEM education and careers, please see the attached documents to learn more about this initative and the student application process.
For additional information, please contact Dr. Kaye Shaw at kshaw@sccommerce.com.
1st Annual Viking Race
On February 17th at 10:00am our school will host the Viking Race. Teams of 5 will compete in this ultimate test of endurance, strength, and determination for a grand prize of $500! Each team will complete many obstacles, including a sled push, carrying a casualty dummy on a stretcher, and pulling a military Humvee. Registration is open to anyone! Registering only costs $10 per person, and forms can be found in the main office. There will be an interest meeting on January 31st during Lunch. See you there!"
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