Spring Valley High School Announces Robin Bacon as Interim Head Football Coach

Robin Bacon will serve as the Interim Head Football Coach at SVHS effective immediately. Coach Bacon has served as SVHS Offensive Coordinator since 2010 and has been an integral part of the rebuilding process that has led the Vikings to three consecutive winning seasons including an undefeated regular season in 2013.

Coach Bacon recently coached in the Max Emfinger All-American Bowl played in Lafayette, LA on December 3rd and was an assistant coach in the 2008 North-South Game held in Myrtle Beach. Coach Bacon has Head Coaching experience at AC Flora High School, serving there from 1999 to 2009. He was also the Athletic Director at Lower Richland in 2009-2010.

Coach Bacon is a National Board Certified Teacher in Social Studies and is currently teaching Career Prep at SV and RNE. He is married to Marcia and they have two children who are SV students, RJ and Linnea.

Junior Achievement in the Classroom

L to R: Lori Summers, Valerie Wright, Kathy Simmons(Program Director Junior Achievement of Central SC)

Junior Achievement is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to inspire young people to succeed in a global economy. Mrs. Summers Personal Finance classes would like to thank Mrs. Valerie Wright for volunteering her time and bringing Junior Achievement, to the classroom. Mrs. Wright, a volunteer with JA, has worked with Mrs. Summer’s personal finance classes for six weeks, helping the students with career success, soft skills and developing a digital profile along with necessary job skills that employers demand from new employees.

Viking Sports Wrap

JV Girls Basketball

The JV Lady Vikings defeated Lugoff-Elgin 42-12 last night to move to a 12-2 overall record, 6-0 in the Region.  We were lead in scoring by Breanna Martinez with 15 points.  Tierney Porter and Ebony Graham both added 8 points, Tiara Sumpter 3 poiints, Shalyn Jacobs , Kamryn Beaman, Ti'Asia Williams and Fredi Pritchett all added 2 points.  The JV Lady Vikings will be back in action on Monday, February 2, 5:30 p.m. @ Blythewood. 

Congratulations to SVHS Photography Students

Nikitha Sashi

Congratulations to the Spring Valley High photo students that had their work selected to be exhibited in the 2015 SC Schools Photography competition. The competitive exhibit is an annual event run by Winthrop University and professor of Fine Arts, Phil Moody. This year's show was judged by USC's photography program coordinator and professional photographer, Kathleen Robbins. The exhibit of 33 selected high school photographs will be exhibited in the Columbia Museum of Art's Education Gallery through February with a reception on February 7th at noon. 

Saipriya Sairam

Students from across the state could submit up to 3 images to be considered for the competition. The following SV students had work selected that can be viewed on the Columbia Museum of Art website.

Jordan McCormack

Jordan McCormack- 3 images selected

Saipriya Sairam- 3 images selected

Nikitha Sashi- 2 images selected

Anastasia Korol- 1 image selected

In summary, out of the 33 photos chosen, Spring Valley was represented the most with 9 images. In addition, Saipriya and Nikitha have placed in the top 3 from the show. We will find out the day of the reception what place they were awarded with 1st place being a $200 prize, 2nd being $100 and 3rd being $50. 

Anastasia Korol

Interested in Becoming a Mentor for SV's MAN UP Program?

Spring Valley's MAN UP mentoring program will have a mentor training Tuesday, February 3rd, at 4:00 in the Multi-Purpose Room.  If you are interested in becoming a mentor for the MAN UP program we would love to have you.  If you know someone who may be interested in becoming a mentor please encourage them to join us Tuesday.  Anyone interested in becoming a mentor must attend the training and agree to a background check prior to being assigned a mentee.  For more information please contact Mr. KaRon L. Webb by phone at 699-3500 ext. 69364 or email at kwebb@richland2.org.  

To Cure Cancer, We Must First Understand It

On Jan. 29th, Mrs. Spigner's AP Biology class conduced a mini-symposium in the Media Center and presented research they conducted on various types of cancers.  This simulated real-world research-style presentations and allowed students to showcase their projects to invited teachers, students and other SV faculty and staff.

P.J. Dozier Selected to Play on McDonald's All American Team

Congratulations to P.J.Dozier for being selected to play on the McDonald's All American Team. The game will be played on Wednesday, April 1st at Chicago's United Center. Click here for more info.

Congratulations to our SV Region Band and All-State Band Students

Congratulations to our many students who auditioned for the SCBDA Region 3 Band, and for those who made the cut to audition for the All-State Band. After the final auditions, were held on Saturday, January 24th, we have 4 students representing Spring Valley in the All-State Band, and 15 students representing Spring Valley in the SCBDA Region 3 Band.

Clinic Level All-State: 9th and 10th Grade

Christopher Juhn- 4th chair All-State Clarinet

Gloria Kim- 7th chair All-State Clarinet

Dennis Patterson- 3rd chair All-State Euphonium

Senior Level All-State: 11th and 12th Grade

William Edwards- 1st Alternate All-State French Horn

Clinic Level Region: 9th and 10th Grade

Breanna Murrin- 10th chair Region Clarinet

Patrick Davis- 23rd chair Region Clarinet

Ryan Brock- 1st Alternate Region Clarinet

Jala Coleman- 1st Alternate Region Bass Clarinet

Melody Davis- 11th chair Region Trumpet

Eloise Lamie- 1st Alternate Region French Horn

Mazen Cotran- 4th chair Region Percussion

Senior Level Region: 11th and 12th Grade

David Coulter- 2nd Alternate Region Flute

Nicolas Threatt- 3rd chair Region Bassoon

Jessica Perry- 23rd chair Region Clarinet

Ethan Dilley- 3rd chair Region Alto Saxophone

Justin Stombler- 16th chair Region Trumpet

William Edwards- 5th chair Region French Horn

Austin Myers- 4th Alternate Region Trombone

Nate Hammonds- 2nd Alternate Region Tuba

Spring Valley Education Foundation Auction Coming Soon!

On Saturday, February 28, 2015, the Spring Valley Education Foundation will hold its 29th Annual Auction, "Chinese New Year!" 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. You may call or email Christine Wells for more information (803.699.3500, ext. 69061 or cwells@richland2.org).

Schedule for Yearbook Club Pictures

Monday, February 2, 2015  Main Gym @ lunch

12:20: Beta, NHS, Latin

12:25: SNHS (Science), Techical Honors, FBLA

12:30: HOSA, Circle of Friends

12:35: NSHS (Spanish), Call to Action

12:40: Stuco, FCA, Interact, Math/Mu Alpha Theta

Stefanie Martin Memorial

The Spring Valley family will be planting a tree in memory of our friend, Stefanie Martin, Spring Valley Class of 2014, on Friday, January 30th at 4:00 p.m. We are inviting all of Stefanie's friends to join us in front of the school across from the gym parking lot.

Viking Singers Performing at Benedict College

The Spring Valley High School Viking Singers will be performing as part of the Opera-Tunity Foundation's "AND STILL I RISE" tribute to Maya Angelou. The choir festival will take place on Tuesday, February 3 at 7:30 pm at Benedict College in Antisdel Chapel. We hope to see you there!

2014-15 Second Nine Weeks Honor Roll

Congratulations to our Honor Roll students!

Viking Sports Wrap

Varsity Wrestling Team

The varsity boys wrestling team revenged it's Friday night lost to RNE with a 39-36 victory.  The win moves the teams record to 26 and 11 to close out the regular season.  The team will attempt to make a post season run beginning this Saturday as we host the regional duals at Spring Valley.

SV Student Featured in WLTX Story

Senior Rachel Benefield is the top Girl Scout salesperson for South Carolina Mountains to Midlands and last year even earned a trip to Europe through cookie sales. Click here for link to story.

SV Junior Grace Smith Passionate About Souper Bowl of Caring

Spring Valley's Grace Smith is helping tackle hunger and poverty. Read the piece on Grace in The State newspaper.  Way to go Grace!

Viking Sports Wrap

Girls Varsity Basketball

On Friday the  Lady Vikings defeated Westwood 65-19 to improve to 15-4 on the season to hold the # 1 spot thus far and remain undefeated  in the Region through one round of Region play. Stat leaders were: Bayleigh Ponds- 15 points,  Akia Dunlap - 11 points, 4 rebounds, Christian Hithe - 10 points, Shantay Taylor - 9 points, 5 rebounds, Megan Davis -6 points , 6 steals, Brittany Joyner - 6 points, Dominique Hill - 2 points , 5 steals, Anaja Matthews - 2 points, Christian Wall- 2 points, 4 rebounds, Joi Jones- 2 points.

SV Collects for the Souper Bowl of Caring

Did you know that 140 million Americans watch the Super Bowl football game every year? Meanwhile, about 50 million Americans struggle to put food on the table every day.  This is a problem that we can face.  This year, we, as a school, will be raising money in order to tackle hunger through Souper Bowl of Caring.  This is a national youth-led movement to channel the excitement of the football game that, since it was started 24 years ago, has raised over 100 million dollars for those in need. The cool thing is, Souper Bowl of Caring started right here in Columbia, with students that went to Spring Valley.  Please donate any spare change in the purple boxes in teacher's classrooms.  Also, for one dollar, you can buy a paper football, write your name on it, and put it on the back wall on the first floor.  These can be purchased from any Call 2 Action member and some teachers.  All funds raised will go directly to the Gamecock Pantry.   Do your part. Together, we can tackle hunger.

WSV News January 23, 2015

Upcoming College and Military Representative Visits

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30th-- A US Army Recruiter, SSG Townsend, will be in the commons area during lunch. If you're looking for a summer job, visit SSG Townsend and learn more about the Army Reserves. (Benefits: Two consecutive summers of employment, up to $1800 monthly pay, $24,000 for college, and possibly up to $20,000 bonus.)

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd-- A representative from University of South Carolina will be at Spring Valley at 9:30. Juniors should sign up in Naviance. Seniors who have been accepted, applied, or deferred are welcome to come ask questions about your next steps and should sign up in Naviance. Location TBA.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5th--A representative from Liberty University will be at Spring Valley from 11:30- 1:00 in C103. Juniors and seniors can sign up to attend through Naviance.

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​MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9th- A representative from Columbia College will be in the  in the counseling conference room at 10:30. Junior and senior ladies are encouraged to sign up through Naviance. Columbia College has rolling admissions and applications are still welcome!

​THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19th-- A representative from Winthrop University will be here at 11:30. Juniors and seniors are welcome. Winthrop has rolling admissions and applications are still welcome! If you're interested in attending please sign up through Naviance.

Viking Sports Wrap

JV Girls Basketball defeats Westwood 42-27

B-Team Boys defeats Westwood 65-36

JV Girls Basketball

The JV Lady Vikings defeated Westwood 42-27 last night. Leading scorer was Tireny Porter with 23 points. Ebony Graham added 8 points, Breanna Martinez 5 points, Ti'Asia Williams, Kei'Yona Jordan and Tiara Sumpter added 2 points each. The JV Lady Vikings will be back in action on Thursday, January 29 at home against Lugoff-Elgin. Record 11-2, Region 5-0

B-Team Boys Basketball

The B-Team rebounded with a strong game against Westwood. The final score was 65-36, which improves our record to 8-2 overall. We got out to an early lead and the entire team did their part to keep that lead. The leading scorers in the game were Lincoln Smith with 17 points and Darius Cohens with 15 points. Great game by all! Next game is February 2nd at Blythewood at 6:45 pm.

Viking Sports Wrap

JV Girls Basketball defeats Dutch Fork 30-25

B-Team Boys Basketball lose to Dutch Fork 

Wrestling lose to Cardinal Newman 44-25

JV Girls Basketball

The JV Lady Vikings defeated a really good Dutch Fork team 30-25 last night.  Great win for the team.  We were led in scoring by Ebony Graham with 10 points.  Sabrina Martinez added 9 points, Breanna Martinez 6 points, Kristina Wall 3 points and Tiara Sumter 2 points.  The JV Lady Vikings will be back in action tonight at home against Westwood at 5:30 p.m. Record 10-2,  4-0 in the Region.

B-Team Boys Basketball

The B-Team suffered a heartbreaking loss last night against Dutch Fork. Dutch Fork made a 3-pointer at the buzzer to take the game. It was a hard fought game by the entire team, just fell a little short. The leading scorers in the game was Lincoln Smith with 12 points and JaCobie Elkins with 8 points. We look to rebound against Westwood at home Thursday night, January 22.. 

Varsity Wrestling

The Varsity Wrestling team fell last night to Cardinal Newman 44-25. Tomorrow night in the main gym is both our senior night and our breast cancer awareness match at 6 pm.  The team will be wrestling rival RNE and in an attempt to get more students to become wrestlers, we will be throwing shirts into the stands. Please help us promote this... attached you will see a flyer for the match.

Summer Enrichment Scholarship

Juniors, there are a lot of Summer Enrichment Programs at colleges and universities around the United States. We have a $500.00 scholarship opportunity if you are looking for a way to help pay for it! Look for it under Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Columbia Chapter in Naviance. Come see us in the CIC if you have any questions about summer programs! 

Honor Roll Students Recognized for Academic Excellence

Mitch Uehling, owner of CiCi's Pizza, partnered with Spring Valley High School to recognize all of the Super Star students who made the "A" and "A/B" honor roll.  Students received a coupon for a free buffet as long as another was purchased with it. Congratulations to all these hard working students! Thank you CiCi's for all you do for Spring Valley. Go Vikings!

Upcoming Campus Visit Opportunities

Seniors, if you have been accepted to a college, but you haven't visited the campus, take a look at some events coming up across the state. If you don't see your college listed visit the Admissions page and search for upcoming visits. Juniors, now is the time to start your college search. You don't want to wait! 

Special campus visit events coming up:

Columbia College Dance Open House- February 6th-7th

Juniors and Seniors interested in a dance major. Spend the weekend at Open House and audition for a dance scholarship to Columbia College. Click here to register online. 

Anderson University First Glance- February 16th 

Check the Anderson site for information for music, art, or theatre scholarship competition visits. 

Representative from Liberty University at SV

A representative from Liberty University will be at Spring Valley on Thursday, February 5th from 11:30- 1:00 in C103. Juniors and seniors can sign up to attend through Naviance. See Mrs. Dickerson in the CIC if you have any questions. 

Report Cards Go Home Today

Report cards will be sent home with students on Thursday, January 22nd.

Did you know...?

You can always check on your student's grades and attendance via Parent Portal.

All Spring Valley teachers maintain academic calendars on their websites to keep parents informed of major assignments.  You can add these calendars to your own Google Calendar with two mouse clicks.  Here's a video showing you how to do it.

Johnson & Wales University Field Study

Please contact Mrs. Morgan in room E330 or mmorgan@richland2.org if you are interested.

Viking Sports Wrap

Varsity Girls Basketball
Spring Valley 50   Dutch Fork 48

On Tuesday, the Lady Vikings knocked off the # 1 ranked pre-season team in the state and defending State Champions Dutch Fork. It was truly a total team effort. Leading the way in scoring was Akia Dunlap with 17 followed by Christian Hithe with 15, Megan Davis had 9, Shantay Taylor- 7 and Joi Jones tallied 2 points. Joi Jones and Shantay Taylor grabbed 8 rebounds each followed by Chriatian Hithe with 5. Christian Hithe had 4 takeaways followed by Akia Dunlap  with 3. The Vikings are 14-4 overall and remain undefeated and in 1st place in the region at 4-0. Next up is a road trip to Westwood on Friday. GOOOOOO Vikings!!!

Applications Now Open for National Technical Honor Society

What is NTHS?

The National Technical Honor Society is a non-profit, honors, service organization for students enrolled in occupational, vocational and technical programs.  The mission of NTHS is to honor student achievement and leadership in career and technical education, promote educational excellence, award scholarships, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership.

HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER OF NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY?

To become a member of the NTHS, students must meet the following criteria:

• Second Semester Sophomore, Junior or Senior
• Currently enrolled in a second level CATE course or successful completion of two CATE courses in the same program of study 
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher 
• Grade of A or B in your technical class or special recognition (student of the quarter, etc.)
• Faculty and/or staff recommendations 
• Active involvement in a school organization
• No major discipline problems

Full time students inducted as NTHS members are eligible to apply for scholarships through NTHS.org.

"Success Favors the Prepared Mind"

Please complete the following application if you would like to be considered for admittance into NTHS.  All applications are due to Mrs. Summers in C213 or Mrs. Jones in C333 no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 3:33 pm. Click here for application.

PLEASE SEE Mrs. Summers C213 or Mrs. Jones in C333 if you have questions.

Applications are due no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 3:33 pm.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Prom Tickets for Sale

Prom tickets will be sold on Thursdays at lunch in the atrium lobby. Seniors receive one free ticket but they must sign up. If a senior's date is from another school, they must purchase a date ticket.

There are two ticket prices - a single ticket and a couple ticket. The couple tickets are $10 more. Get your tickets early because the prices will go up!

Date                    Single                  Couple           Jan. 22, 29             $25                        $35          

Feb. 5, 12              $35                        $45

Feb. 19, 26            $45                        $55

March 5, 12           $55                        $65

March 19               $65                        $75

April 9

Tickets at the door - $100

SV Robotics Team Qualifies for State Championship Competition

On Saturday Jan. 17th, Spring Valley's Robotics team -- 120E Green & Gold Robotics -- competed in the Warrior Robo Rumble Icicle Open in Seabrook, SC. Green & Gold Robotics placed 5th in the round-robin matches, then we formed an alliance with the Saber-Toothed Tigers and the Orcas for the elimination matches.  Our alliance made it to the finals, but then lost. Meanwhile, we won the robot skills award and the design award. Winning the design award qualifies us for the state championship competition in Chapin on March 7.  Way to go Green & Gold Robotics!

Congratulations to our CATE Students of the Quarter

Click here to view.

Auditions for "Hairspray"

The SV Players are having auditions for the musical "Hairspray" on January 22nd and 23rd after school in the chorus room. For more information, please see Ms. McNeely in the drama room in A119. 

Hispanic Family Night

                Haga clic aquí para el aviador español

France Trip Parent Info Meeting Thursday

Do you love travel?  Ancient Roman history? WWI or WWII history?  Art?  Paris? The French language?  If you said "yes" to any of these, you will love our 2015 Journey to France in June.

Travelers do NOT have to be French students to participate!  Anyone who is interested is invited to attend our meeting this week on Thursday, January 22 in room E-325. The meeting will take place from 5pm until 6pm.

About our tour:

This is a custom designed trip that will appeal to those who wish to truly absorb the atmosphere in each location.  We'll see beautiful cities of Provence, tour vestiges of antiquity in the south of France, travel by TGV to Strasbourg, and finally finish our tour in Paris.

About our teacher travelers:

-Mr. Ugro was born and educated in Romania. For the past twenty years he has taught Latin, Greek, and French in Romania, England, and the US.

-Dr. Lars Seiler was born and raised in Germany, and has traveled widely through France and southern Germany.  His research and teaching interests include European cultural and social history of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

-Mrs. Stephens studied French at the University of South Carolina Honors College and Graduate School and has taught French at Spring Valley High School for eight years.  This will be her sixth trip to France.  

Please join us Thursday if you would like to know more!  

Today's Bell Schedule

Early Bird: 7:30-8:25

Advisory: 8:40-8:50

1st: 8:55-9:41
2nd: 9:46-10:32
3rd: 10:37-11:28
4th: 11:33-12:19

Lunch: 12:19-12:59

5th: 1:04-1:50
6th: 1:55-2:41
7th: 2:46-3:33

Foundation Auction Coming Soon!!!

On Saturday, February 28, 2015, the Spring Valley Education Foundation will hold its 29th Annual Auction, "Chinese New Year!" 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. You may call or email Christine Wells for more information (803.699.3500, ext. 69061 or cwells@richland2.org).

Applications Now Open for National Technical Honor Society

What is NTHS?

The National Technical Honor Society is a non-profit, honors, service organization for students enrolled in occupational, vocational and technical programs.  The mission of NTHS is to honor student achievement and leadership in career and technical education, promote educational excellence, award scholarships, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership.

HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER OF NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY?

To become a member of the NTHS, students must meet the following criteria:

• Second Semester Sophomore, Junior or Senior
• Currently enrolled in a second level CATE course or successful completion of two CATE courses in the same program of study 
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher 
• Grade of A or B in your technical class or special recognition (student of the quarter, etc.)
• Faculty and/or staff recommendations 
• Active involvement in a school organization
• No major discipline problems

Full time students inducted as NTHS members are eligible to apply for scholarships through NTHS.org.

"Success Favors the Prepared Mind"

Please complete the following application if you would like to be considered for admittance into NTHS.  All applications are due to Mrs. Summers in C213 or Mrs. Jones in C333 no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 3:33 pm. Click here for application.

PLEASE SEE Mrs. Summers C213 or Mrs. Jones in C333 if you have questions.

Applications are due no later than Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 3:33 pm.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Young Investors Club Welcomes Guest Speaker

The Young Investors Club welcomed Mr. Daniel Parga from Palmetto Citizens Bank.  Mr. Parga spoke to the class about traditional and Roth IRA accounts. He also spoke to them about the importance of investing young and early. Mr. Parga shared information with them about the most appropriate IRA account for young people to invest into as well.  

"TAG" Students

Every day, teachers, administrators, and counselors at Spring Valley look for students to "TAG." Students get TAGed by offering assistance to others, helping keep our school safe or clean, turning in lost and found items, good citizenship, being helpful to peers, or simply showing a little Viking pride. Each month, to show that we’re “Thinking of the Good Things You Do,” all TAG students will be recognized and will receive a token of appreciation from the school. Congratulations to the TAG students for the months of  November and December! 

Congratulations to the SV Orchestra Program

Congratulations to the Spring Valley High School orchestra program! Members of the Chamber, Concert, and String Orchestras will perform, as a special orchestra, for the 2015 South Carolina Music Educators In-Service Conference. The conference will be held here in Columbia at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, on February 5th through 8th. The orchestra will perform on Friday, February 6th at 1:00 pm in Salon A of the Convention Center. Spring Valley's orchestra was the only high school orchestra in the state selected to perform at this year's conference! Please congratulate the students on this wonderful honor! Thanks for your support of the Spring Valley High School orchestra program!