Issue 1, 2015 2016

In This Issue

Student of the Month

Most Improved Student of

the Month

Nominees for Student of the

Month

Nominees for Most Improved

Student of the Month

Club Information

Student Spotlights

Bailey Kuntz

Dylan & Kensley

Brandemuehl

Congratulations!

Student of the Month:

Anthony C.Anthony C.Anthony C.Anthony C.

Anthony C. was chosen as Student of The Month due to his excellent work in Health class. He completes work on time and has made an A on every assignment thus far. His

grades portray the type of work eth-ic that set the standard for our stu-dents. Im sure he will continue to excel in Health class as well as other classes. Thanks Anthony and keep it

up!!

-Mr. Richardson

Congratulations!

Most Improved

Student of the Month:

Katherine V.Katherine V.Katherine V.Katherine V.

I am happy to nominate Katherine V. as the Most Improved Student of the Month for Spanish 3 Honors. Katherine joined SCVCS late, and therefore had a great

deal of work to make-up in a short time. Not only has she caught up on most work, she attends ClassConnect sessions and participates in class discussions, as well. I am very proud of Katherine and look forward to her flourishing throughout

the year!

-Ms. Betris

SCVCS is proud to recognize

two students monthly for at-

taining Student of the Month

status: one student for overall

Student of the Month and one

for Most Improved Student.

SCVCS teachers and advisors

recommend students for this

honor.

Each month we will have vari-

ous prizes for our winners. This

month we will be sending

each an SCVCS t-shirt!

Congratulations to all of our

nominees and winners!

Student Achievement

Newsletter

High School Edition

SCVCS Induction Day

will be October 23rd at the SCVCS office in

Columbia. The following clubs will be pre-

sent: Beta, NEHS (English), SHF (French), Mu

Alpha Theta (Math), NHS, Rho Kappa (Social

Studies), NSHS (Science), SHH (Spanish).

Hope to see you there!

Student of the Month Nominees

Student of the Month Nominees

Bailey English 1 Henry H.

Cullop Advisor Kathleen H.

Harrill Advisor Simon K.

Hylton Advisor Carlie P.

Surratt English Hunter C.

Walker Advisor Jacob H.

Waters Advisor Carly B.

Wilt Guidance Emily K.

Young Advisor Ajha W.

Connell Web Design Catherine W.

Connell Computer Fundamentals Audrey P.

Covert Personal Finance Amber E.

Covert Digital Arts Ashley W.

Covert Computer Fundamentals Colton H.

Folks Game Design Kylie B.

Folks Sports and Entertainment Catherine L.

Folks Computer Fundamentals Nicole C.

Howze Image Design & Editing Lahra G.

Howze Marketing I Carrington A.

Howze Computer Fundamentals Jarrod C.

Nyland Hospitality & Tourism Lillian M.

Nyland Entrepreneurship 1 Daystar T.

Nyland Computer Fundamentals Charles R.

Patterson Computer Fundamentals Brandon Myles C.

Patterson Computer Literacy Paula B.

Patterson Computer Science Kylie B.

Baumann Spanish 1 Lois F.

Benton Electives/Other Albert K.

Betris Spanish 3 Honors Nicole C.

Betris Spanish 2 Erin F.

Blanton Electives/Other Maggie S.

Davis Electives/Other Michael F.

DeWalk Physical Education Charles R.

Haynes Family Consumer Science Danielle B.

Haynes Culinary Arts Caitlynn D.

Haynes Early Childhood Cheyenne B.

Richardson Health Anthony C.

Spicer Electives/Other AraBella L.

Wheeler Music Appreciation Amanda R.

Witbeck Life Skills Taniyah F.

Young French 3 Ian S.

Brewer English IV Payton R.

Brewer Honors English IV Joshua B.

Brewer AP English Literature Stephen C.

D'Annunzio English 204 Noah R.

D'Annunzio English 203 Josiah D.

Knoerr English 103 Kayla B.

Lowery English 3 Myles B.

McMahon English/Writing Marshall C.

Student of the Month Nominees

Ray English 203 Jaden Y.

Renfroe English 103 Kenneth S.

Sasser Honors English 104 Jordan J.

Sasser English 103 James J.

Smoak English 303 Traditional Tara H.

Smoak English 303 Block Sarah Kate S.

Smoak English 306 CR Addison G.

Team English 403 Block Timothy G.

Team English 403 Victoria L.

Team AP English Language Catherine L.

Blankenship Honors Algebra 1 Tyler R.

Blankenship Developmental Algebra William J.

Blankenship ACT Prep Nichole C.

Carroll Probability and Statistics Ashley P.

Crocker Math Tech 2 Josiah D.

Dowling Developmental Algebra Ashley P.

Genco Geometry Christopher B.

Langford Precalculus Sean M.

Reed Algebra 1 Charles O.

Sherbert Geometry Tech David D.

Sherbert Geometry Honors Alexis H.

Shuler Block Algebra 2 Yasmien B.

Shuler Algebra 2 Ja'Nya B.

Willis Algebra II Kayla K.

Willis Honors Algebra II Joshua H.

Boyd Biology Alina N.

Brown Biology Raphael A.

Brown Agricultural Science Caroline S.

Clouse Physical Science Rachel B.

Clouse Chemistry William B.

Hatcher Chemistry Brian T.

Hatcher Honors Chemistry Erin F.

Hawkins Forensic Science Catherine C.

Hawkins Applied Biology II Colleen H.

Lauricella Honors Biology Yena D.

Lauricella Biology Blanton C.

Lauricella Health Sciences Wyatt T.

Morris Physics Joshua B.

Morris Physical Science Angel D.

Smith Earth Science Samuel H.

Smith Block Earth Science Lauren T.

Smith Astronomy Jordan S.

Boykin Law and Order Bonnee B.

Boykin Government Maria Alejandra A.

Chambers Geography Ariel T.

Chambers World History Charles R.

Durner US History Catherine C.

Durner AP US History Catherine L.

Forrest U.S. History Lillian W.

Jolly US History Paula B.

Jolly Criminal Justice Jamie L.

Pennington Government Britaini G.

Pennington Anthropology Zachary H.

Wood Psychology Carly B.

Wood Economics Lillian M.

Most Improved Student of the Month Nominees

Most Improved Student of the Month Nominees

Cullop Advisor Megan H.

Harrill Advisor Adrian J.

Hylton Advisor DeShawn M.

Walker Advisor Valeria G.

Waters Advisor Kristian B.

Wilt Advisor Boaz L.

Young Advisor Zaria V.

Connell Web Design Ashley W.

Connell Computer Fundamentals Sarajane V.

Covert Personal Finance Tiffini K.

Covert Digital Arts Serena C.

Covert Computer Fundamentals Jessica S.

Folks Game Design Jesse W.

Folks Sports and Entertainment Shane R.

Folks Computer Fundamentals Cierra D.

Howze Image Design & Editing Sierra F.

Howze Marketing I Sydney P.

Howze Computer Fundamentals Jacob B.

Nyland Hospitality & Tourism Dillon M.

Nyland Entrepreneurship 1 Teri M.

Nyland Computer Fundamentals Michael M.

Patterson Computer Fundamentals Katrinia G.

Patterson Computer Literacy Taylor L.

Patterson Computer Science Noah J.

Baumann Spanish 1 Page B.

Benton Electives/Other Anthony B.

Betris Spanish 3 Honors Katherine V.

Betris Spanish 2 Cierra D.

Blanton Electives/Other Kyle C.

Davis Electives/Other Erica S.

DeWalk Physical Education Kimberly G.

Haynes Family Consumer Science Matthew P.

Haynes Culinary Arts Identity J.

Haynes Early Childhood Trixie Diane J.

Richardson Health Alex B.

Spicer Electives/Other Adam A.

Wheeler Music Appreciation Meredith T.

Witbeck Life Skills Amber E.

Young French 3 Stephen J.

Brewer English IV Noah P.

Brewer Honors English IV Alaina R.

Brewer AP English Literature Christian B.

D'Annunzio English 204 Mekenzie C.

D'Annunzio English 203 Hannah G.

Knoerr English 103 Wesley A.

Lowery English 3 JohnsieAnn S.

Most Improved Student of the Month Nominees

McMahon English/Writing Justin M.

Renfroe English 103 Finey X.

Sasser Honors English 104 Abigail J.

Sasser English 103 Alexxis P.

Smoak English 303 Traditional Zachary S.

Smoak English 303 Block Eleanor C.

Blankenship Honors Algebra 1 Megan C.

Blankenship Developmental Algebra Caitlyn T.

Blankenship ACT Prep Carlie P.

Carroll Probability and Statistics Timothy G.

Crocker Math Tech 2 Grace V.

Dowling Developmental Algebra Damian H.

Genco Geometry Tanner P.

Reed Algebra 1 Adalia H.

Sherbert Geometry Tech Megan H.

Sherbert Geometry Honors Rachel B.

Shuler Block Algebra 2 Chad S.

Shuler Algebra 2 Karlie D.

Willis Algebra II Abby S.

Willis Honors Algebra II Anthony A.

Boyd Biology Seeley L.

Brown Biology Lauren T.

Brown Agricultural Science Owen G.

Clouse Physical Science Owen G.

Clouse Chemistry Kyle K.

Hatcher Chemistry Brianna J.

Hatcher Honors Chemistry Autumn T.

Hawkins Forensic Science Albert K.

Hawkins Applied Biology II Nora D.

Lauricella Honors Biology Charles R.

Lauricella Biology Abigail N.

Lauricella Health Sciences Ashley P.

Morris Physics Emma T.

Morris Physical Science Hannah C.

Smith Earth Science Miguel V.

Smith Astronomy Savanna Claire M.

Boykin Law and Order Karsen E.

Boykin Government Stephen J.

Chambers Geography Anthony B.

Chambers World History Blake B.

Durner US History Katie N.

Durner AP US History Joshua P.

Forrest U.S. History Lizandra R.

Jolly US History AraBella L.

Jolly Criminal Justice Simone T.

Pennington Government Owen G.

Pennington Anthropology Joshua Kaleb H.

Wood Psychology Joshua M.

Wood Economics Shaite S.

For more information about SCVCS High School clubs, activities, field trips and events, visit us at:

www.scvcshighschool.blogspot.com

Club Descriptions Club dates can be found on the school calendar on the school home page.

Most clubs meet online in the SCVCS Clubhouse. http://tinyurl.com/SCVCSclubhouse.

Beta Club This meeting is for all Beta Club Members. Sponsors: Holly Dowling and Cindy Reed

Book Club

The SCVCS High School Book Club meets monthly to enjoy open discussion about the 2015-2016 YABA Nominees. The SCVCS High School Book Club is open to all students enrolled in high school cours-es. Sponsor:. Holly Sasser

FBLA

FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing careers in business and the largest student busi-ness organization in the world with a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for real-world professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career suc-cess. Sponsors: Brooke Nyland, Fran Howze, Julia Folks, Meredith Covert, Michelle Patterson, Aimee Connell

FCA

FCA will allow students the opportunity to serve, socialize, and impact others through their faith in Je-sus Christ. All high school students are welcome to attend. Faculty Leaders: Brooke Nyland, Kenny Richardson, Joni Crocker, Terri Betris, Jessica Sherbert, Cindy Reed, Harriet Smith, Holly Dowling, Jean-ette Suler, Jessica Sherbert, Lynn Brown, Mark Davis, Michelle Patterson, Shannon Team

Hunters/Gatherers

and Homesteaders

Come join us to learn more about the outdoors and surviving off the land with self-sufficient living. Sponsor: Jodie Cromer and Kay Chambers

Mu Alpha Theta

Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society dedi-cated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and pro-moting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students. Mu Alpha Theta meets once monthly and our regular meetings are open to all SCVCS students. Sponsor: Ms. Patra Langford

National Art Honor

Society

NAHS is an established honors program for students with an interest and proven success in visual arts. Open to all students. Sponsor: Jim Wheeler

National Honor

Society This meeting is for members of the National Honor Society. Sponsor: Susan Brewer

Photography Club

Students will learn different aspects of photography such as the use of light, shadow, angle, etc. Topics will be discussed in monthly meetings. We will use personal knowledge from both stu-dents, sponsors, online tutorials, and guest speakers. Sponsors: Harriet Smith and Melissa Boyd

Red Cross Club

The Red Cross club meets once a month to explore the many services provided by the Red Cross, and to discuss mission-related service projects that focus on preparedness, blood services, and fundrais-ing. Sponsor: Jim Wheeler

Science Club/

Science National

Honor Society

The Science Club is open to all students that are interested in participating in science beyond the classroom. We do a live Demo at each meeting. Science Club Activities will begin in Novem-ber. Student enrolled in Honors level Sciences are encouraged to join the Science National Honor Society. Sponsors: Andrea Lauricella,. Lorena Hatcher,. Penny Morris

Rho Kappa - Na-

tional Social Studies

Honor Society

Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. Rho Kappa provides national recogni-tion and opportunities for exploration in the social studies. Sponsor: Lee Ann Forrest

Spanish National

Honor Society

The Sociedad Honoraria Hispnica (SHH) is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Span-ish and/or Portuguese, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portu-guese (AATSP). Sponsor: Terri Betris

Tri-M (Music)

If you enjoy music, join us to listen to and participate in discussions of musicians, composers, music composition, musical styles, and the music business. Open to all high school students. Sponsor: Jim Wheeler

Writers Roundtable

Come share your poetry, fiction, or other creative work in a fun, supportive environment! Explore writing websites, contests, and helpful tips. Well shake things up and try new things each month so that you stay motivated. Newcomers always welcome. Just pop in! Sponsors: Melissa DAnnunzio & Melissa Creech-Renfroe

SCVCS Student Spotlight: Bailey Kuntz Bailey Kuntz has been riding horses since she was three years old and now that

practice has paid off. She recently qualified for the Junior Nationals Final Rodeo in Iowa,

something for which every rider does not qualify. She qualified by finishing fourth in the

state in barrel racing. When asked how she became interested in riding horses and com-

peting in rodeos she said, I have been riding horses since I was 3 years old. My dad grew

up riding and training horses and my mom grew up raising cattle. It just came naturally to

me.

Bailey explained that riding horses and participating in rodeo events gives her some-

thing to do in her spare time, travel a lot, and gives her a chance to always set new

goals. She tries to get other teens involved by using social media and talking to them

face to face. She went on to explain what she enjoys best about her hobby, I enjoy

making new friends and building my relationship with God! Rodeo and horses fit my life-

style. Even when Im having a bad day my horses are always there for me. I cant think of

anything I would change. I love everything about horses and rodeo, even the physically

hard chores that come with taking care of my horses. We can clearly see that Bailey re-

ally enjoys everything about horses and rodeo.

Bailey gives five tips for people who are just starting to ride horses and thinking about

getting involved in rodeo events. She said, (1)Learn how to ride correctly! Get lessons

from a knowledgeable trainer! (2) NEVER GIVE UP! You will have hard times but with, a lit-

tle bit of try, belief in yourself, a lot of practice, and prayer you will get through those hard

times! (3)Set a goal for yourself. Once you reach it set a new one. There are countless

ways to improve your riding. You will never stop improving.(4) PRACTICE!!!!! You learn by

practicing! You will never get any better at riding without practice! No matter what disci-

pline you choose to ride.(5)Never

let negative comments get you

down. Let that push you to do bet-

ter and prove them wrong. If there

is one thing I have learned, it is to

surround myself with positive peo-

ple and to have positive thoughts.

Thanks Bailey for sharing your

accomplishments and hobby with

us!!

Dylan and Kensley Brandemuehl have been dancing for 14 years. They perform with their ballet school four to six times a year and have also been asked to perform at an Indian culture fair. At an early age they were motivated by family members to dance. They state, Our cousin and his wife are both professional ballet dancers in American Ballet Theatre in New York City and he was our main inspiration when we first started at age 3.

Regarding the pros of their dancing experiences, the girls mention the sense of accomplishment they feel when they are performing on stage. Hearing the applause of 2,000 people once you fin-ish your variation is an indescribable feeling. On the downside, Dylan and Kensley explain that there are dangers involved with being a dancer. If youre not careful, you can seriously injure your-self. Last year, Kensley was out for a total of 6 months with 3 injuries in both of her knees.

As far as preparing for performances is concerned, the girls indicate that they rehearse two to three times a week in the time period leading up to tech week, which is the final week before the show begins. During tech week they rehearse every night for four hours doing full run-throughs of the show that they are performing. Dylan and Kensley have a ritual that they go through on the day of a per-formance. On the days that we have shows, we like to stay in a relatively calm state throughout

the day, listening to music, and take icy cold showers to get our blood flowing. The shows that the sisters are involved with take place in October, December, February, April, and May. The require-ments for the performances are contingent on the show that they are doing. They explain, Normally, you have to be completely healthy and injury-free one month before a show.

To get the word out about performances, the local news channel in Spartanburg generally provides information about upcoming events that Ballet Spartanburg will be producing. The Brandemuehls dance school also does a lot of outreach pro-grams for kids who would not be able to afford to take classes, or have the opportunity to attend a

show. They explain, We do free performances for local elementary schools and sensory sensitive performances for kids with disabilities and for the School for the Deaf and Blind. For example, you can see Dylan as Clara in 2010 for Orangeburg Civic Ballet - http://thetandd.com/news/local/a-

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The thing that Dylan and Kensley enjoy most about performing is the sense of freedom they experience when they are dancing. Once you master something, it is the best feeling. If they could change anything regarding their dancing experiences, they would like to alter the competi-tive atmosphere that comes with the sport.

For aspiring dancers just getting started, the

Brandemuehls have the following recommenda-

tions: Dont give up, believe in yourself, dont let

the successes of the people around you affect

you, stay focused in class, and listen to your

teachers and treat them with utmost respect.

SCVCS Student Spotlight:

Dylan & Kensley Brandemuehl

Kensley Dylan

Our thoughts and prayers are with all

of those across the state who have

been affected by the flood.

From our SCVCS family to yours...