MEDTWO CLASSES

STUDENTS INTERESTED IN HEALTH SCIENCE CAREERS, PLEASE COME LEARN ABOUT MEDTWO CLASSES

An information session for MedTwo courses will take place on Monday, October 2, 2017, during lunch at 12:20pm in the Multi-Purpose Room.

Last year over 215 students participated in evening health science seminars and the innovative course, Careers in Rehabilitation, which was held at Ridge View High School. This year, seminars will be offered at RVHS, but also at each high school in the district.

The first MEDTwo seminar is planned for mid- October and will be presented by a forensic pathologist from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department!

Viking Sports Wrap

Football

9/21

The Spring Valley JV football team improved to 3-1 with a blow out win over White Knoll 33-14. The defense was dominant through out the game only allowing only two first downs for the entire game. These defensive players all had tackles for losses, sacks, or big plays to stop WK offensive drives during the game, Roman Goldston(TFL), Johnathon Sanders (2 sacks), Chandler Sherrill(TFL), Andreas Martinez(sack), Johnathon Hefner(TFL,Caused Fumble), Danny Evans(CF), John Goodwin(Fumble Recovery), and Isiah Miller(Pass Breakup).

Offensively the young Vikes were lead by QB Maddux Harrell who carried the ball 7 times for 135yds with 2 TD runs of 56yd and 1yd. Roman Goldston got things started with a 5yd TD run in the opening drive. Danny Evan bulldozed his way in from the 3yd line for a 2nd Quarter score and Harrison Godwin, on a 4th and 1, exploded through the middle, trucked the safety and ran for a 36yd TD. Hunter Rodgers also had a good game running the ball at both QB and RB with a very impressive run of 38yds.

The JV is off next week and return to action on Thursday, Oct 5th @ River Bluff.

9/22

The SV Varsity Football defeated White Knoll 48-13 on Homecoming to run their record to 6-0.

The Vikings were led on defense by K’onte Brown 12 tackles, 2 Tackles for loss, 1 sack, John Crim 8 tackles, 2 Tackles for loss and 1 sack,  Maximus Shropshire 7.5 tackles and 1 tackle for loss and 1.5 sacks, Ajoni Tonge 7 tackles 1 caused fumble and 1 fumble recovery, Channing Tindall 16 Tackles, 2 Tackles for Loss, 1 sack, KeAndre Jones 16 Tackles, 3 Tackles for Loss, 1 sack, he also had a 42 yard TD run and  Jalen Geiger 3 tackles and a 46 yard interception return. 

On offense the Vikings were led by Quincy Hill 12 Rushes for 174 yards and 2 TD Pass 5 for 10 for 119 yards and 2 TD’s yards, Anthony Wilson had 69 all-purpose yards and 2 TD’s 1 Rushing and 1 Receiving. Malik Wesley had 1 reception for 41 yards, Jaylon Morris had 5 rushes for 46 yards and 1 TD and 1 reception for 19 yards and a TD. The offensive line led by Craig Cash, Aidan Long, Donovan Toomer, Reggie Stewart, Matthew Branch led the Viking offense to 391 yards rushing on 42 carries. Alex Herrera was 6-6 on Extra Points and had a 44 yard punt.

The Viking are now 6-0 on the season and 2-0 in Region 5 AAAAA. We have a bye this week but play Irmo in 2 weeks at Irmo HS

Girls Golf

9/19

Yesterday the Lady Vikings hosted the Cardinal Newman Lady Cardinals and one individual player from Heathwood Hall on a beautiful afternoon at the Woodlands country club.  Although, several lady Vikings had career low days, it wasn't enough to overcome the lady Cardinals team score of 195 to Spring Valley's score of 224. 

Overall low medalist for the match was Lextyn Petz for Cardinal Newman and low medalist for Spring Valley was Payton Starmack.  Other lady Vikings contributing to the team score were: senior Caroline Lumpkin, senior Paris Stevenson and freshman Millie Spivey.

9/21

The Lady Vikings hosted the Blythewood Lady Bengals yesterday at Woodlands.  Although we had a strong showing from our 3 seniors, Payton Starmack who was the overall low medalist of the match and Caroline Lumpkin and Paris Stevenson who shot their lowest career scores, the Lady Bengals were too strong to overcome from top to bottom.  Blythewood team defeats Spring Valley with a team score of 196 to 210.

Players contributing to Spring Valley's overall team score were: Payton Starmack, Caroline Lumpkin, Paris Stevenson and Millie Spivey.  The Lady Vikings will take on the Cardinals from Cardinal Newman next Thursday at Members club at Woodcreek. 

Volleyball

9/19

The Varsity Lady Vikings fell to Blythewood, 0-3, in a region game on Tuesday, September 19th. The ladies fought to the end with Junior Chandler Murria leading the team with 6 Kills and 4 blocks and Freshman Elise Taylor stepping up with 3 Kills and 2 Aces. Match scores were 20-25, 13-25 and 18-25. 

The JV girls came out with a BIG win, beating the Bengals in 2 sets; 25-23 and 25-15. We are very proud of our JV girls who were down 7-17 in the first set and came back due to the killer serves from Sophomore, Angel White, 5 of them being Aces. Also, a shout out to Sophomore, Leila Richardson who wrapped up the game with her serves which included 3 Aces. Way to go JV girls!

Cross Country

9/20

Yesterday, the Boys Cross Country Team defeated St Joe's and 5 other teams to move to 12-0 on the regular season. St Joe's was ranked 1st in 2A and 6th out of all classifications combined. Steven Andreen, Amir McCall, Murray Jones, Jacob Ho and Robert Godfrey were the Viking scorers. 

9/23

The Boys and Girls cross country teams traveled to Bristol TN to compete in the Bristol Cross Invitational this past weekend. On a difficult course the Boys Varsity team finished 2 in the Large School division while the boys JV team finished 6th. The Girls Varsity finished in 15th and the Girls JV finished in 3rd. Steven Andreen ran a 17:10 as the top finisher for the boys and Ahja Amos ran a 22:41 as the top finisher for the girls. 

ATTENTION ALL PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING FANS AND ENTHUSIASTS:

The Spring Valley Athletic Department is hosting “SHOWDOWN IN THE VALLEY 2” on Sunday, October the 8^th in the SV Main Gym. Palmetto Championship Wrestling will be bringing in local and national talent to this event and the headliner is WWE Hall of Famers “Rock and Roll Express.” In addition, our very own Head Football Coach, Robin Bacon, will be participating in the show. Come on out, you will not be disappointed! Doors open at 2:00 and the show begins at 3:00 on Oct 8^th.

Tickets are currently on sale. 

Spring Valley High School Students... you can purchase a discounted student ticket for Showdown in the Valley 2. The ticket will be a $5 bleacher ticket and only 1 ticket per student can be purchased. See Coach Hunter in the main gym during lunch to purchase your ticket.

Seats are Filling Up Quickly! October 11th ACT Workshop Registration - Deadline to Register is October 6th!

On October 11th, all 9th and 10th grade students will be taking the PSAT. Registered 11th grade students will also be taking the PSAT.

If you are a Junior (who is NOT registering to take the PSAT) or a Senior...this opportunity is for you!

Spring Valley will offer an ACT Prep Workshop during PSAT testing. If you wish to register for this workshop, complete the registration below.

Remember...

• This is for the ACT Workshop on October 11, 2017.
• This workshop is ONLY open to non-PSAT testing Juniors and Seniors.
• There is no cost to attend this ACT Workshop.
• It is FREE thanks to the generosity of the SV Education Foundation.
• The workshop will be held in the Auditorium from 8:40 am - 12:45 pm. Bring paper, pencils, and a water bottle.

Registration is limited to the first 150 students.
Only 64 seats remain!  
The deadline to register is Friday, October 6th!

Your student muse be logged-in to their student account to register.

NON-RICHLAND 2 EMAIL ADDRESSES WILL NOT WORK.  If you are an employee of Richland 2, your student must be logged-in to their account, not yours, to register!

If you have questions, e-mail Mrs. Bishton at lbishton@richland2.org.

Click here for the ACT Workshop Registration!

PSAT PARENT Information Night

HURRICANE RELIEF

Key Club with the help of NHS will be collecting monetary donations for victims of the recent Hurricanes from September  25th- October 6th.  Donations can be made at the atrium desk, media center, or to any Key Club or NHS member.  We will be collecting in the mornings and after school at the car rider line and also during lunch in the commons and main gym.  Every little bit will help!  Your change can make a change!  For more information please see any Key Club member and/or advisor.

Alpha Academy Mentoring & Scholarship Program

Each year the Omicron Iota Lambda Chapter accepts male high school juniors and seniors into the Alpha Academy to provide mentorship and guidance to prepare them for college and adulthood. The Alpha Academy aims to promote academic excellence, leadership development, social enhancement, civic responsibility, and the appreciation for cultural heritage.

Program participants, known as Beaux, will participate in community service projects and several workshops including: The College Experience, Resume Writing, Public Speaking, and Etiquette. At the completion of the Alpha Academy, Beaux are formally presented at the annual Beautillion. The Beautillion celebrates and recognizes scholastic, athletic, and civic accomplishments of these young men and acknowledges their accomplishments throughout the Alpha Academy. Senior Beaux who have completed all requirements are presented with awards and college scholarships. Junior Beaux are awarded a scholarship to attend the Southern Regional Leadership Conference, a week-long summer leadership development conference sponsored by the 7 states that compose the Southern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

 Alpha Academy Application 
We are seeking deserving young minority males to participate in our program who meet the following minimum requirements:
• High school junior or senior during 2017-2018 school year
• Exemplifies good character
• Demonstrates leadership ability
• Participates in extracurricular activities

Please submit your completed application to the address located on the application by September 26, 2017. The selection committee will select an appropriate number of candidates who have met the criteria listed above. Each selected participant (Beau) will be required to participate in cultural, educational, and leadership development programs from September 2016 until June 2017.