Black History Assembly

Spring Valley High School celebrated Black History Month by holding a special assembly on February 28th.  The event was titled, Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future. Click here for more photos.

Winter Sports Awards Night

The Winter Sports Awards Night will take place on Wednesday, March 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Gym. 

2014 SVEF Senior Scholarships

Attention Seniors!  Check out the scholarships ranging from $300 to $1,000 offered by the Spring Valley High School Education Foundation to see if you fit the criteria for one or more.  Applications are due no later than April 1.  You can also access these at www.supportspringvalleyhigh.org and click on "Scholarships". Stop by the Education Foundation office, C-161 in the Atrium, if you have questions. Click here for list of 2014 SVEF senior scholarships. Click here for copy of 2014 senior scholarship application.  

Pre-Festival Concert

Join us for the Pre-Festival Concert on Tuesday, March 4th, at the Spring Valley Auditorium beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Spring Valley Concert Band and the Spring Valley Symphonic Band will perform along with the Summit Parkway Honor Band. This concert will be adjudicated by three judges to give us an assessment prior to our assessment performance at the state level. Admission is free, so bring your family and friends out to support our awesome bands under the direction of Mr. David Allison.

Thank You Viking Family

Thank you Viking Family for supporting the SV Education Foundation's 28th annual auction to benefit academics here. During the event, over $2,000 was raised to fully fund a free in house SAT workshop next year and $3,350 of the $4,000 needed for a professional video camera for Media Arts and Photography Classes. Donations may still be made by sending a check payable to "SVEF" with 'video camera' in the memo line to the foundation office at the school. Congratulations to Lauren Groseclose who won a $100 cash prize donated by a friend of the Auction for the student who sold the most tickets to the event.  

Lady Vikings Play 3rd Round of State Playoffs Tonight

Our girls basketball team will be playing in the 3rd round of the playoffs tonight, February 25th, at Dorman High School at 7:00 p.m. The winner will advance to play for the Upper State Championship at the Bon Secure Arena in Greenville on Friday, February 28th. Good luck to our Lady Vikings!

Calling All Volleyball Players

Volleyball information meeting @ 4:00 p.m. auxiliary gym or PE classroom after school, Tuesday, March 11, 2014.

• Team Camp
• 2014-2015 Tryouts
• Spring and Summer Strength & Conditioning
• Volleyball Skills & Drill Techniques
• Uprising 9th graders are welcome to attend.

Chanse Sonsalla Earns Perfect Score on SAT Reading

Congratulations to Chanse Sonsalla for earning the highest possible score of 800 on the SAT reading section.  Hats off to Chanse!  

Register for the Alive @ 25 Class at Spring Valley

Alive @ 25 is an early intervention program to help prevent traffic violations, collisions and fatalities among teen drivers sponsored by the National Safety Council. The program is designed to prevent the No. 1 killer of teens, automobile crashes. Classes are taught by off-duty deputy sheriffs, municipal police officers and SC Highway Patrol officers. The course is delivered in one 4.5 hour program which focuses on the behaviors, decision-making and risks facing young drivers every time they get behind the wheel. In order for students to register for a parking permit they must have a valid driver's license and proof that they have taken the Alive @ 25 driver safety course. The next Alive @ 25 class at Spring Valley will be held on April 7th from 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. Click here to register for the class. 

Support Your Lady Vikings Softball Team

Come support your Lady Vikings Softball Team as we raise money to help update our facilities.  This Friday, February 28, Buffalo Wild Wings just off Two Notch is hosting a Spring Valley Softball night.  Just present the attached ticket to your server to let them know you are supporting your Lady Vikings. Thank you in advance for all your help, and we hope you get to enjoy a delicious meal from Buffalo Wild Wings on Friday! Click here for ticket.

ELDA Testing Announcement

The English Language Development Assessment (ELDA) will be administered during the month of March to all English Language Learners. This test is required by the State of South Carolina for all English Language Learners. ELDA consists of four tests designed to measure academic and social language proficiency in the domains of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and is given to students  who have Limited English Proficiency.  Is it important that students taking the test get a good breakfast, get to school on time, and report to class on time each testing day.  Parents, please try not to schedule any appointments on your child's test dates as this is a very important test and we would like for students to do their best.  Your child will be provided information this week regarding the specific dates, times, and locations of his or her test. For more information about the ELDA Exam please contact April Shell, School Testing Coordinator at (803) 699-3500, ext. 69074.

Congratulations Dr. Patrick Hawkins

Dr. Patrick Hawkins has been invited to perform a solo recital at the upcoming national convention of the Historical Keyboard Society of North America. The convention will be held at the National Music Museum on the campus of the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. Dr. Hawkins is scheduled to perform music by Maria Hester Park and Franz Joseph Haydn upon a square piano built by the firm of Muzio Clementi in the early 1800s. This summer of 2014, Dr. Hawkins plans on recording a solo CD playing a restored William Geib piano c. 1831. Hats off to Dr. Hawkins!

Yearbook Senior Ads

Parents, your high school student is special to you, and they are experiencing a time in their life that will fly by. Take the opportunity to recognize them with a personal ad in the 2013-2014 Spring Valley High School yearbook, Saga. The yearbook is the perfect place to recognize your student’s accomplishments and commemorate his or her senior year with photos and a written sentiment. The yearbook lets your student remember all the special people and happenings from this school year, and you can put a personal touch on the book that will be cherished for years. Personal ads are available in a variety of sizes and prices. Click here for more details.

Viking Sports Wrap

On Saturday, February 22nd, in the 2nd round of the state playoffs, your Lady Vikings defeated Wade Hampton 42-27.  Scoring for the Lady Viking was Cierra Carter with 22 points and 5 rebounds, Akia Dunlap-9 points, Megan Davis-4 points, Keisha Greene-3 points, and Bayleigh Ponds and Raven Fleming with 2 points each. Raven Fleming also had 5 rebounds and 2 blocked shots. With this win, the Lady Vikings advance to the 3rd round of the state play-offs where they will travel to Dorman High School on Tuesday, February 25th. Please come out support your Lady Vikings!!

Ring Ceremony Canceled

The Ring Ceremony has been officially canceled, and ring delivery is scheduled for this Friday, February 28 between 11:30-1:30 p.m. in the Atrium.

Class of 2014 Upcoming Senior Events

Class of 2014, this is your year!  Below is information relating to senior activities. Mark your calendars for the following events, you don't want to miss your final activities as a Viking senior with your friends.

• Thursday, May 1 - Senior drive-in movie night - 7:30 pm
• Thursday, May 8 - Senior bowling at Royal Z - 6:30 to 8:30 - cost is $8 for shoes and 2 hours of bowling (must buy tickets in advance)
• Tuesday, May 13 - Senior "Battle of the Sexes" (classes night - girls vs guys)
• Thursday, May 22 - Senior banquet at the Lake House at Lake Carolina - tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance

Innovative Educator Awards

Ms. Stephanie Finnell adds great energy and excitement in the School Counseling Department through her excellent innovative ideas. She constantly implements programs such as  Man Up which is a mentor program, Care Crew which are student facilitators, Study Skills groups, Counselor Corner, and Attendance Improvement Incentives. She is a true advocate for students and for the School Counseling Program. She works hard, is well respected by faculty, and never has a non-productive or bad day. 

Mr. Dale Soblo is an outstanding teacher and a leader in bringing new pedagogical approaches into his classroom and in modeling them for other teachers.  He has become a great facilitator for students to take responsibility for their own learning, through his version of the flipped classroom, and he's been willing to work with other teachers interested in using flipped classroom methods to supplement their instruction.  Mr. Soblo's efforts benefit not only his own students, but also faculty and students throughout our school.

Create It Discovery Day

Calling all 9th through 11th grade students! Are you curious  about careers in information technology?

Saturday, March 1st 12PM - 5PM

IT-oLogy 1301 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201

• Tour of the University of South Carolina

• Panel discussion with IT professionals

• Exploring IT majors with USC students

• Hands-on technology activities

The event is FREE but registration is required! Click here to register.

Doodle 4 Google

Like to draw? Tech savvy? Want to earn a $30,000 scholarship? Check out this year's Doodle 4 Google contest. There is just one month left for K-12 students to turn their daydreams into doodles for this year's Doodle 4 Google and have the chance to be a Doodler for a day

2nd Round SCHSL Basketball Playoffs

2nd Round SCHSL Basketball Playoffs

Both our boys and girls basketball teams won their games last night and will be hosting the 2nd round of the SCHSL playoffs on Saturday, February 22nd, here at Spring Valley. Girls team will play Wade Hampton, with the girls game starting at 3:00 p.m. The boys team will play Byrnes at 4:30 p.m. Please plan to come out and support our team(s as they seek to advance. Ticket price is $6.00 (2 games for the price of 1, that does not happen too often for playoffs). 

2014 Taco Bell Viking Cup March 6th-9th

The 2014 Taco Bell Viking Cup will be held on March 6-9, 2014, hosted by Spring Valley High School in Columbia, South Carolina!  The 2014 Taco Bell Viking Cup will feature 32 of the top girls soccer teams in South Carolina. The inaugural event began in 1993 as a four-team round-robin tournament.  As the quantity and quality of girls soccer programs in South Carolina has grown, the tournament has kept pace.  The premier girls pre-season invitational in South Carolina (and one of the nation's largest high school soccer tournaments) annually attracts South Carolina's top girls programs.  Our goal is to bring together all of the teams atop the state rankings each year (AAAA-top 15, AAA-top 10, AA-A-top 5, rounded out with the best of the rest).  While there is some subjectivity and guesswork involved, the field always includes nearly all of the top in-state programs.  The result is a highly competitive event that serves as both a test of strength for the teams involved as well as a predictor of things to come during the upcoming high school season.  This great gathering of high school talent has also made the Taco Bell Viking Cup attractive to college coaches on the recruiting trail - we annually host between one and two dozen college coaches during the event (mostly from South Carolina, but sometimes from neighboring North Carolina and Georgia). Click here for more details.

Viking Soccer Night @ Moe's Southwest Grill

Take the night off from cooking and join the Viking Soccer players for dinner at Moe's Southwest Grill, in the Village at Sandhills, Thursday, March 27th from 5-9 p.m. The boys' and girls' soccer teams will receive a percentage of the total proceeds. The money will be used for equipment and expenses.  You can print the flyer or display it on your mobile phone, but you must make sure it is clear that you are supporting Viking soccer. Thank you for your support!  For more information call (803) 730-1543.

From the College & Career Information Center

1. Sparkleberry Country Fair Scholarship- Due: Monday, February 24th  $1000    3.0/ Attend SC College or University/1 essay/ one Photo

2. Stephen E. Hefner Scholarship- Due: APR 30, 2014   $5000 Nomination/ Recommendation/ 2.5 GPA/ Scholastic achievement, Leadership service, etc...

3. Richland County Association of Education Office Professionals- Due: APR  18, 2014     $500 2.0 GPA/Attend SC College or University/Letter of Recommendation/ Essay

4. Dr. Sarah Sanchez- Due:  APR 30, 2014   $500 Recommendation/Essay

5. SC Education Association - Due: March 15, 2014   $1000 Attend SC College or University/ Major in Education 3.0 GPA/ Leadership/ Financial Need

Letter Jackets Are In

If you ordered a letter jacket in December, they have arrived and can be picked in Coach Hunter's office in Bates Hall.

SAT Prep Workshop

Viking Sports Wrap

Girls Varsity Basketball
The Lady Vikings lost to Irmo last Saturday in overtime 44-48. A hard fought comeback during regulation led to an exciting finish. Cierra Carter finished with 28 points. She was 11 for 13 from the free throw line. Akia Dunlap added 7 points , Megan Davis 6 points and Briana Hill netted 3 points. Raven Fleming hauled in 9 rebounds. The Lady Vikings are 20-3 overall and finished 8-2 in the Region.

1st Round SCHSL Basketball Playoffs
Both our boys and girls basketball teams will be hosting the first round of the SCHSL playoffs on Thursday, February 20th, in a doubleheader here at Spring Valley. Both teams will play Woodmont High School, out of Greenville, with the girls game starting at 6:00 p.m. Please plan to come out and support our teams as they seek to advance.

Job Opportunities for Students

Pet walker needed.  Family living in Summit Parkway is looking for a student to let their dog out and play with it for about an hour every afternoon. Prefer an early dismissal student.  Excellent pay. Contact Mrs. Irwin at 803-467-8363.  Contact Mrs. Morgan in E330 if you need more details.

Fort Jackson is offering Lifeguard Training. Register at the Solomon Center on Fort Jackson or click here to register. Must be at least 15 years old.

Congratulations National Merit Finalist

Top L to R: Aakash Shingala, Linda Thomas, Gregory Rassolov
Bottom L to R: Himabindu Vinnakota, Benjamin Fechter, Jedidiah Gist

All six students who were named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists in September have advanced as National Merit Finalist! We are delighted to have the opportunity to congratulate these outstanding students and celebrate their advancement as Finalist.  The students are: Benjamin Fechter, Jedidiah Gist, Gregory Rassolov, Aakash Shingala, Linda Thomas, and Himabindu Vinnakota.  

Calling All Volleyball Players

Volleyball information meeting @ 4:00 p.m. auxiliary gym or PE classroom after school, Tuesday, March 11, 2014.

• Team Camp
• 2014-2015 Tryouts
• Spring and Summer Strength & Conditioning
• Volleyball Skills & Drill Techniques
• Uprising 9th graders are welcome to attend.

USC College of Engineering and Computing Free Open House

As part of National Engineers Week, USC's College of Engineering and Computing (CEC) will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, February 22 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Swearingen Engineering Center at 315 Main Street on the USC Columbia campus. The free event will feature dozens of interactive exhibits that highlight the CEC’s programs and research including the following:

• A helicopter landing
• Fuel cell demonstrations
• Electric and hybrid vehicles
• A concrete canoe
• A cornstarch pool
• Robots
• Computer Games
• Segway Rides
• Lab tours
• Visit from Cocky

Congratulations Orchestra Students

Congratulations to members of the Spring Valley High School Orchestras! They have been chosen to perform for the 2014 South Carolina School Boards Association Conference at the Embassy Suites in Myrtle Beach. This performance will take place on Friday, February 21st, at 11:00 am. Thank you for your support of the Spring Valley High School orchestra program!

3rd Multicultural Food & Arts Family Festival

Career Focus: IT Careers

Click here to view technology newsletter. 

Education Foundation Auction Is This Saturday

On Saturday, February 22, 2014, the Spring Valley Education Foundation will hold its 28th Annual Auction, "La Dolce Vita!" to benefit Spring Valley High School.  The auction will be at The Tennis Center at The Members Club at WildeWood beginning at 6:00 PM. This always festive and fun evening will include a wide selection of both live and silent auction items, terrific food, and a host of 300 – 350 parents, family, faculty, community neighbors and other friends of Spring Valley High School. Your support is crucial in helping Spring Valley continue to offer a nationally recognized, top-notch education to every student, and to remain a major asset to the Northeast Columbia community. Tickets are available in the Foundation office at Spring Valley or you may purchase them online at www.supportspringvalleyhigh.org. You may call or email Jonnie Corning for more information (803.699.3500, ext. 69061 or jcorning@richland2.org).

You may view the Auction Catalog here.

School Closed Fri, Feb 14

Based on winter weather reports that are predicting icy conditions, and with the safety of our students, parents and employees in mind, Richland School District Two schools and administrative operations will be closed tomorrow, Friday, February 14th. This includes all after school sports, programs, activities and clubs. Students will return to class on Wednesday, February 19th. 

There is no information about makeup days at this time. 

Saturday work detail/detention will also be cancelled.

School Closed Thur, Feb 13

Based on winter weather reports that are predicting snow and icy conditions, and with the safety of our students, parents and employees in mind, Richland School District Two schools and administrative operations will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 13th. This includes all after school sports, programs, activities and clubs. 

School Closed Wed, Feb 12

Based on winter weather reports that are predicting snow and icy conditions, and with the safety of our students, parents and employees in mind, Richland School District Two schools and administrative operations will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. This includes all after school sports, programs, activities and clubs. 

Viking Sports Wrap

JV Girls Basketball

The JV Lady Vikings remain undefeated on the season by defeating a really good Irmo team last night 44-30.  Great defensive team effort. We were led on offense by Sabrina Martinez with 17 points, Malayah Montgomery added 10 points, Anaja Matthews 6 points, Cierra Wilson and Denikwa Anderson 4 points each and Breanna Martinez 3 points.  Record 16-0!

Basketball Games Rescheduled or Canceled

The Varsity basketball games with Irmo on Tuesday, February 11th, has been canceled. Make-up is scheduled as follows:

1. Saturday, February 15th, Girls 5:00, Boys 6:45.

B/JV Games on Thursday, February 13th vs LR/RNE are canceled and WILL NOT BE MADE-UP.

Bell Schedule for Tuesday, February 11th

Based on winter weather reports that are predicting icy traveling conditions and with the safety of our students, parents and employees in mind, Richland School District Two will operate on a half day schedule today, Tuesday, February 11.

A half day schedule means: (1) Middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.; (2) Elementary schools will dismiss at 12:10 p.m.; (3) High schools will dismiss at 12:50 p.m.

All afterschool athletic, extracurricular and other activities and clubs are canceled. This includes afterschool child care programs and the Boys and Girls Club programs.

District officials will continue to monitor weather conditions with the assistance of Richland County Emergency Preparedness.

Spring Valley will run our regular schedule for periods 1-4 and lunch today. Seniors and juniors with off campus privileges will be able to leave as usual at the beginning of lunch.  All other students must remain in the cafeteria or gym until dismissal at the end of lunch directly to their cars and buses.

1st Period:  8:40-9:29

2nd Period: 9:34-10:23

3rd Period: 10:28-11:22

4th Period: 11:27-12:16

Lunch:       12:16-12:50 

High School Will Dismiss at 12:50 Today

Due to inclement weather, and with the safety of our students, parents and employees in mind, Richland School District Two schools will dismiss early today. Middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Elementary schools at 12:10 p.m. High schools at 12:50 p.m. This includes all after school sports, programs, activities and clubs.  School and lunch schedule will follow shortly.  

7th Annual Student Leadership Conference

The African American Male Leadership Institute at Midlands Technical College is pleased to present the 7th Annual Student Leadership Conference. The theme for this year’s conference is “Growing from the inside out: the return on your investment.” This fun-filled educational event will take place on Friday, March 21, 2014 on the Airport Campus of Midlands Technical College. We will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will wrap up around 2:00 p.m. During the conference, students will participate in morning and afternoon concurrent sessions, as well as hear from a dynamic keynote speaker in the afternoon.

Viking Sports Wrap

Varsity Girls Basketball

On Friday, February 7th, your Lady Vikings defeated arch rival Ridge View by a score of 52 to 42.  Scoring for the Lady Vikings: Cierra Carter – 26 points and 8 rebounds, Raven Fleming – 8 Points, Akia Dunlap and Bayleigh Ponds both had 7 points, Megan Davis – 3 points and 6 rebounds, and Keisha Greene – 1 point. Briana Hill had 4 assists and 4 steals. The Lady Vikings have an overall record of  19-2. Their region record is 7-1. Come out and support the Vikings at the Valley on Tuesday, February 11th versus Irmo.

Support Your Lady Vikings Softball Team

Come support your Lady Vikings Softball team as we raise money to help update our facilities.  This Tuesday, February 11, Buffalo Wild Wings just off Two Notch is hosting a Spring Valley Softball night.  Just present the attached ticket to your server to let them know you are supporting your Lady Vikings. Thank you in advance for all your help, and we hope you get to enjoy a delicious meal from Buffalo Wild Wings on Tuesday! Click here for ticket.

Spring Valley High School Ring Ceremony

Reminder:  Your entire class ring balance must be satisfied prior to this ceremony in order to participate. Payments can be made online at www.ringsc-com. Students may pay on the day of the ceremony with cash or money order only! Casual attire must be worn. NO jeans, tennis shoes, shorts etc. Light refreshments will be served immediately following the ceremony.

Job Opportunity For Students

Marco's Pizza at 10054 Two Notch Road (by Hobby Lobby) is now hiring.  They will open by March 3rd. Apply at www.Marcos.com, tell them you are a Spring Valley student on the application or go to the store and apply. They are training new employees now. See Mrs. Morgan in E330 if you need more information.

Congratulations Mimi Harding

On February 6th, Mimi competed in the live performance round of the SCBDA State Master Recital. The top soloists from every band in the state submitted an audition recording of their performance of a major solo concerto or sonata. Out of the taped auditions, 16 students were selected to perform in The Master Recital that was held February 6th in Charleston as part of the State Music educators Conference (SCMEA). Mimi's performance earned her first place from each of the judges. She will receive a scholarship, as well as the opportunity to be recognized and perform her solo at the All-State Clinic for the Hall of Fame Banquet on the weekend of March 14-16. Bravo Mimi! 

Students Get Hands-on Experience During Job Shadow Day

Spring Valley welcomes Danielle Murrin from Kelly Mill Middle, Dekira Wilson from Kelly Mill Middle and Maddux Harrell from Summit Middle, for annual Job Shadow Day. Job shadowing is a great way for students to learn more about a particular field of work by seeing it "up close and personal". A job shadowing experience might make a difference in the life of a student by giving that student a new vision for their future.

Viking Sports Wrap

JV Girls Basketball

The JV Lady Vikings defeated Ridge View 32-22 yesterday to move to 15-0 on the season. We were led on offense by Anaja Matthews with 13 points, Breanna Martinez and Malayah Montgovery both added 6 points, Sabrina Martinez 3 points, Shalyn Jacobs and Ciera Wilson with 2 points each. We will be back in action on Monday, February 10 at 5:30 pm at Irmo. 

B-Team Basketball

The B-Team defeated Ridge View last night in exciting fashion with a 47 - 44 final score. The scorers in the game were; Jonathan Mikell (16) Robert Gantt (10), Darian Childress (9), Daveon Davis (7), John Kennedy (5), and Brendan Hicks (2). Overall, great effort and great win by the team!

Viking Sports Wrap

Wrestling

The wrestling team  qualified 12 wrestlers out of 14 weights for the lower state tournament last night at the individual regional championship.  The team was led by the regional championship performance of senior Brandyn Thompson while the following wrestlers earned all-region honors last night: Kyle Coward, Kadarius Bunch, Jordan Stiffler, Kyree Harris, Sam Bell and Rene Rodriguez.  The team is next in action Saturday, February 8th, as they travel to Rock Hill to compete in the dual team championships.