SVHS Viking Highlights & Accolades

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2025–2026

Athletics

• Palmetto 1–20 Classic All-Star Game: Congratulations to our Spring Valley Vikings and Coach Norman Washington for being selected to represent in the prestigious Palmetto 1–20 Classic All-Star Game!

• Baseball College Signings: Congratulations to Brady Evans (Coker College) and Jacob Smoak (Presbyterian College)!

• Cross Country Champions: For the first time since 2021, the Spring Valley Vikings delivered an incredible performance.

  • Outstanding finishes: Joseph Robinson (2nd), Brendan Hitchcock (3rd), Noah Taylor (5th), Ryan Barry (8th), Ethan Outlaw (9th).

• Boys’ Cross Country (State Championship): Congratulations to the Spring Valley Boys’ Cross Country Team for finishing 3rd in the state at the SCHSL 5A Division I Boys State Championship 🏅

  • 🏅 Brendan Hitchcock – 6th place (All-State Honors)

  • 🏅 Joseph Robinson – 9th place (All-State Honors)

• Cross Country Region Champions: Spring Valley Vikings Cross Country are Region Champions! Our athletes delivered an incredible performance, showcasing hard work, determination, and true Viking spirit.

  • 👏 Outstanding races from: Joseph, Noah, Ryan, Ethan

  • Andrew – JV Region Champion!

• Volleyball All-Region: Congratulations to senior libero Malaya Dewey for being named to the All-Region Team!

• Swim Team State Championships (5A Division 1): Congratulations to the Viking Swim Team!

  • Boys: 8th out of 23 teams | Girls: 14th out of 23 teams

  • William Alexander: 2nd (200 freestyle) + 1st (50 freestyle) State Champion

  • Farrah Ballouli: 3rd (50 freestyle) + 2nd (100 freestyle)

  • Boys 400 freestyle relay: 3rd (Bayley Johnson, Joshua Loffredo, Andy Li, William Alexander)

• State Swim Meet Qualifiers (Oct. 10–11, 2025 | USC Blatt Pool):

  • Boys: Josh Adams, William Alexander, Brayden Anderson, Preston Collins, Josiah Echevarria, Bayley Johnson, Andy Li, Josh Loffredo, Milan Vu

  • Girls: Camille Anderson, Langley Aslin, Farrah Ballouli, Maya Dukes, Jasmine Emokpae, Tori Li, Annabelle Marrin, Mary Elizabeth Pierce, Greher Sexton

• Varsity Football First Win (Aug. 22, 2025): Spring Valley earned its first win of the 2025 season vs. Richland Northeast—22–19!

• State Player of the Week Nominee: Congratulations to Kavion Dawson for being nominated for State Player of the Week (7 tackles, 2 for loss, 1 sack, 2 interceptions in an OT win vs. Richland Northeast).

• Homecoming Court Winners:

  • King & Queen: Than Clarke & Mi’Kayla Boyd

  • 1st Runner Up: Tyler West & Jamie Campbell

  • 2nd Runner Up: Thomas Little & Ariana Robinson

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Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• Regeneron Science Talent Search (2026 Scholar): Congratulations to Spring Valley Discovery senior Ella Jennings Baker, named a 2026 Regeneron STS Scholar. Each scholar receives a $2,000 award, and the school also receives $2,000 in recognition.

• AP School Honor Roll (2025): Spring Valley High School is proud to be designated a Bronze-level school on the College Board’s 2025 AP School Honor Roll, recognizing growth in AP access and student outcomes.

• National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (2026): Congratulations to Ella Barker, Jacob Carter, Sreeman Parise, Ainsley Ropel, Broden Hurd, and Colin Tang!

• BigFuture Ambassadors: Congratulations to senior Morgan Miller on being accepted into the BigFuture Ambassadors Program (Fall 2025).

• College Board National Recognition Awards: Congratulations to the following students earning College Board National Recognitions:
  Savana-Lee Heffner-Parrish, Aubree Burnell, Damaris Enriquez-Dominguez, Judy Nguyen, Thomas Wilson, Jolina Deng, Brendan Hitchcock, Matthew Hagler, Simon Jackson, Lily Hetzel, Maira Gilani, Joshua Bonig, Aidan Wetherton, Jonathan Scott, Anish Patwardhan, Ellis Hook, Harry Barlett, Tara Ramkumar, Madison Simon, Abdulrahman Zaatar, Manith Bannernahally, Anoushka Palshikar, Sadhana Anchoori, Sagnik Chakrabarti, Sreeman Parise, Orion Hack, Mikayla Boyd, Debasmita Mishra, Madisyn Lockhart, Ella Baker, William Alexander, Ashish Maddipati, Milan Vu, Colin Tang, Yashas Peddireddy, Austin Gaskins, Arpith Gopu, Tori Li, Mamathi Murugesan, Nicholas Eberhardt, Somy Jain, Inaya Siddique, Kennedy Vanderlunt, Arieleus Taine, Harshdeep Wadhwa, Akshaj Raj Padigela, Ainsley Ropel, Niyah Haywood

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Career Readiness and Student Programs

• CCR Qualifiers (WIN): Congratulations to the 25 seniors who qualified for CCR based on their accomplishments on WIN:
  Patience Baltrip, Jeremiah Bennett, Kingston Braye, Lamonte Calhoun, Ira Cooper, Johnathon Duncan, Emery Dunning, Triniti Dunlap, Theron Graham, Kamorie Green, JaylaRose Henderson, Zayden Hickmon, Hadleigh Lankford, Jaden Leslie, Vanessa McCann, Katelyn McNeil, Nicholas McWhite, Mariah Moody, Terrence Palmer, Shymiek Reid, Cameron Sussman, Emmalee Towler, Hannah Viray, Naeem Vogt, Kamryn Young

• Youth Apprenticeship (Prisma Health): Congratulations to Casey Shaw and Justin Washington on being accepted into a youth apprenticeship program with Prisma Health.

Regional DECA Results

• 1st Place Winners

  • Ofek Cohen-Inbar – Automotive Services

  • Dhruv Tangri – Entrepreneurship

  • Mamathi Murugesan – Entrepreneurship

  • Olivia Xu – Restaurant & Food Service Management

  • Debasmita Mishra – Business Finance

• 2nd Place Winners

  • Gisele Atim – Marketing Communications

  • Shivani Lolla – Accounting Applications

• 3rd Place Winners

  • Kobe McNeil – Business Finance

  • Kaden Edouard – Entrepreneurship

• 4th Place Winners

  • Inaya Siddique – Business Service Marketing

  • Sreeman Parise – Accounting Applications

• 5th Place

  • Tejal Kalan – Apparel & Accessories Marketing

FBLA Competitive Results

• Dhruv Bavishi – 1st Public Administration and Management

• Khalil Richardson – 3rd Job Interview; 5th Personal Finance

• Hayden Mercado – 1st Sports and Entertainment Mangement

• Kobe McNeil – 1st Personal Finance; 1st Securities and Invesments; 2nd Banking and Financial Systems

• Dhruv Tangri – 1st Career Portofolio; 2nd Personal Finance

• Ethan Bell – 2nd Intro to Marketing Concepts; 2nd Intro to FBLA; 3rd Journalism

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Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• Art in the Airport (2026): Congratulations to senior Jason Peay, selected for the Art in the Airport exhibit at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (July–September 2026).

• SC State Fair Art Display: Congratulations to art students selected to display at the SC State Fair:
  Ni’Asia Green, Yacoob Jatoi, Hayden Mercado, Kelsi Tobias, Sarah Clarkson, Logan Arneson, Briana Bonds, Sha’Niyha Hopkins, Morgan Miller, Kennedy Brand, Meredith Bowen, Ariana Robinson, Torri Blacks-Bonaparte, Jamie Campbell, Savana-Lee Heffner-Parrish, Jason Peay, Leola Kendal, Lucie Kendall, Lucero Marmolejo, Langston Burns, Rylee Cleare, Toryn Jenkins, Danielle VanDenBerg

  • Special congratulations: Daiyon Ashford (10th Grade Honorable Mention—Photograph) and Oliver Davis (10th Grade Honorable Mention—Drawing).

• Moody Tournament of Bands: The SVHS Marching Band earned 2nd place (Class 2A) and 5th overall out of 12 bands. Their final performance of “Westward Bound” took place at the home football game vs. West Florence on October 31.

• Honor Orchestras (SCMEA Region III): Congratulations to:
  Alice Lee, Jonah Robinson, Morgan Lewis, Christopher Galdo, Danielle Lewis, Arely Mendez, Kevyn Rogers, Ashlyn Nelson, William Daugherty, Gabrielle Stewart, Oscar Vargas-Gomez, Leola Kendall, Nawal Smali, Londyn Drammeh, Henry Holton

• SC American Choral Directors Association (State Honor Choir): Congratulations to Fletcher King, selected from over 1,200 auditions statewide.

• Richland District Two Honors Choir: Congratulations to:
  Caitlyn Jenkins, Kyra Poindexter, Breyon Philpot, Violet Montalvo, Sidney Stanmore, Nyasia Harrod, Maya Brock, Londyn Moore, Rosemary Amick, Fletcher King, Fernando Gutierrez Vela, Cameron Mathis, Ronald Lay Cantarero, Ellen Shelton, Maya Dukes, Timberly Stefan, Tanedra Battle, Carter Farr, Dorothy Purvis, Foster Woods, MaKenna Druell, Stella Clark, Kymir Cumbee, Raylon Taylor, Gabriel Lokodi

  • Special recognition: Fletcher King (95) and Foster Wood (94) ranked among the highest scores in the district.

• Clemson University Declamation Contest (52nd Annual | Oct. 25, 2025): Congratulations to World Language students earning medals:

  • Ofek Cohen-Inbar (Gold) and Joshua Ramirez (Silver) — Spanish 3

  • Also representing SV: Alejandro Holloway, Krina Patel, Giselle Atim

  • (460 participants across SC, NC, and GA)

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Student Leadership, Service, and School Pride

• Winter Days 2025 Impact Highlights

  • Adopted 16 families, impacting 39 individuals through Families Helping Families

  • Collected 1,003 children’s books for Richland Two’s Ready to Read program

  • Raised $8,470 for Make-A-Wish South Carolina

  • Donated 3,050+ toiletry items to Transitions Homeless Shelter

  • Collected 492 new toys for Toys for Tots of Columbia

  • Gathered 41,048 servings of canned and non-perishable food items for families across Richland Two and the Midlands, including donations to Harvest Hope Food Bank and the Salvation Army

  • In addition: Spring Valley’s School and Community Outreach Committee mentored student leaders at several elementary schools, helping them organize mini service drives and teaching the importance of servant leadership.

• Peace Pole Dedication Ceremony (Tuesday, November 18): Spring Valley High School proudly held a Peace Pole Dedication Ceremony, sponsored jointly by the Spring Valley Rotary Club, Satellite Club, in partnership with the SVH Interact Club.

• Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge: Congratulations to our team earning 1st Place (Midlands Division):
  Kaden Edouard, Daniel Fomby, Christian Holroyd, Palencia Juarez, Joyce Liu

• Student Council Advisor of the Year: Congratulations to Mrs. Olisa Ashford, named the 2025 Southern Association of Student Councils Advisor of the Year, with Student Council placing:
  1st—School Spirit | 1st—Community Service Outreach | 2nd—Leadership Outreach/Mentoring | 2nd—Citizenship & Patriotism Projects

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Academics Competition

• Academic Quiz Team: The Spring Valley Academic Quiz Team kicked off the Midlands Collaborative regular season in impressive fashion on Monday, December 8th, at Camden High School, earning two decisive victories to start the year undefeated.

  • Match Results: Spring Valley 35, Lugoff-Elgin 15 | Spring Valley 35, North Central 9

  • Team Members: Vedant Pinglikar (12), Jacob Etheridge (10), Jaxon Hale (10), Sebastian Jones (9), Kingsley Wang (9), Myles Dennis (9), and Manish Gobinath Vimala (9)

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Staff Recognition

• Early Momentum Award: Congratulations to Andrea Clutts, Technology and Learning Coach, for receiving an “Early Momentum” award.

• Doctorate Achievement: Congratulations to Spring Valley social studies teacher Regina Dilley on earning her Doctorate Degree.

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2024–2025

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (2025):

  • Semifinalist: Congratulations to Anagha Gowda!

  • Candidates: Congratulations to Anagha Gowda, Ibrahim Jatoi, Fionn O’Connor, and Ali Wallam—selected as candidates for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

• National Merit Scholars: Congratulations to Anagha Gowda, Beverly Holton, Zahi Siddique, and Ali Wallam!

• National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists: Congratulations to Henry Berg, Max Berg, Lee Dillon, Mary An Gardiner, Anagha Gowda, Emna Guedhami, Beverly Holton, Ibrahim Jatoi, Srianeesh Kalva, Fionn O’Connor, Vianne Phan, Zahi Siddique, Hayden Thorpe, and Ali Wallam!

• Regeneron ISEF Qualifier: Congratulations to Colin Tang (Discovery Magnet)—selected to compete at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Columbus, OH (May 10–16)!

• STEM Educator Recognition: Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Spigner—named a Regeneron Science Talent Search 2025 Teacher of Merit and a 2025 STEM Educator of the Year Finalist!

• Perfect Scores (SC READY): Congratulations to Sebasstian Kassza and Shaman Arya—perfect scores, placing them in the top 1% statewide.

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Schoolwide Recognition

• Top Magnet School of Excellence (2025): Spring Valley High School has been named a 2025 Top Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America. Ms. Kim Bouchey, Mr. Jeff Temoney, and Dr. Michelle Wyatt will be recognized at the national conference in Nashville (April 7–11, 2025).

• Student Council National Recognition: Congratulations to Spring Valley Student Council—named a 2025 National Gold Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC) / NASSP.

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Career Readiness and Student Programs

• DECA State CDC Highlights (2025):

  • Congratulations to Kobe McNeil—1st Place in Principles of Finance and qualified for International DECA (Orlando)!

  • Top 10 Finalists: Somya Jain & Mamathi Murugesan (Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making), Debasmita Mishra (Principles of Finance), Inaya Siddique (Restaurant & Food Service Management) + EPIC Scholarship Winner.

• DECA Regionals: Congratulations to Inaya Siddique (3rd Place—Restaurant & Food Service Management) and Olivia Zimmer (Top 6), advancing to state!

• FBLA Spring Conference (2025): Congratulations to Zia Samules and Alyssa Chelsea Samson for representing SVHS—Zia Samules earned 2nd Place in Advertising.

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Student Leadership and School Pride

• National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Induction (2024–2025): Congratulations to SVHS inductees and officers:

  • Kaliah Allen, Alexandra Brown, Ari Harris (Vice-President), Savana-Lee Heffner-Parrish, Aniyah Johnson (Secretary), Jayla Johnson, Morgan Miller (President), Helen Nobles, Shaniyah Odom (Treasurer), Jaden Quinn, Zia Samules, Jonathan Scott, and Kamryn Young (Historian).

• Miss Spring Valley Pageant (2025) Winners:

  • Miss Freshman: Alysa Jones

  • Miss Junior: Zamora Johnson

  • Miss Senior: Ope Ogun

  • Miss Spring Valley 2025: Rayne Berry

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Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• ARTEFFECT Unsung Heroes (2025 Finalists): Congratulations to art students Jason Peay and senior Clare Hassell—selected as 2025 Competition Finalists!

• ArtFields Jr (Statewide Juried Exhibit | Lake City, SC): Congratulations to Ethan Goodrich, James Patrick, Clare Hassell, Euri Kelley, and Vi Phan—exhibit runs April 25–May 3.

• National Scholastic Art Recognition:

  • Congratulations to Jason Peay—Girl with the Grillz selected as a National Silver Key winner (after earning a regional Gold Key).

  • Congratulations to Clare Hassell—1st Place for Black Roots in the My Street, My Story youth arts contest (displayed at Richland Library Community Art Gallery and featured through Jasper Project/Online).

  • SC State Fair Art Recognition: Congratulations to Makiya Vargas, Tri Li, and Piper Wargel—Honorable Mention awards.

• Scholastic Art Awards (2024–2025): Congratulations to all SV award recipients across the region—Gold Key winners advancing to national competition (including standout recognitions for works such as Amid the Butterflies, Floppy, Grandparents, Nutflix Original, and more, as listed in your notes).

• Playbill Cover (National Top 10): Congratulations to Delaney Savitz—Alice by Heart recognized by PLAYBILLDER.com as a Top 10 playbill cover in the nation!

• Choral Music:

  • Festival Disney: Congratulations to SVHS choral students—Superior rating (95.2/100) and 4th out of 18 schools nationwide.

  • SC Concert Performance Assessment: Congratulations to SVHS Honor Choral students for earning an Excellent Rating.

  • All-State / Honor Choir: Congratulations to Abbigail Branson (SC All-State Choir) and Jaden Quinn (SC ACDA Honor Choir).

• Orchestra:

  • SCMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival (2025): Congratulations to participating SV orchestra students earning Superior/Excellent ratings:

    • Shaman Arya (Cello Solo—Excellent)

    • Londyn Drammeh (Viola Solo—Superior)

    • Leola Kendall (Viola Quartet—Superior)

    • Patrick Murr (Violin Solo—Superior)

    • Liam Shure (Cello Solo—Superior)

  • Newberry College Honor String Orchestra Clinic (2024): Congratulations to Madison Hutchinson, Norah Peters, Nawal Smali, and Ella Gillam.

  • SCMEA Region III Honor Orchestra (2024): Congratulations to:

    • Jonah Robinson, Charles Savitz, Andy Li, Gabrielle Stewart, Leola Kendall, Lea Austin, Liam Shure, Henry Holton, Brayden Sosa, Emily Barlow, Londyn Drammeh, Aneesa Abdur-Rasheed

  • All-State Orchestra (2025): Congratulations to Leola Kendall, Emily Barlow, and Brayden Sosa!

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Athletics

• Cross Country State Champion: Congratulations to Brendan Hitchcock—SCHSL 5A Division 1 Individual Boys Cross Country State Champion!

• Girls Lacrosse: Congratulations to SVHS Girls Lacrosse for defeating White Knoll (11–9) and securing a winning season record!

• Varsity Golf Highlights:

  • Blazer Invitational: Congratulations to the SV Varsity Golf Team—3rd Place (John Thompson, Zeke Spivey, Cooper Scott, Hinton Walker).

  • Magnolia Tournament: Congratulations—3rd Place overall; John Thompson (3rd medalist) and Zeke Spivey (5th medalist).

• Cheerleading (State Qualifier): Congratulations to SV Viking Cheerleaders and Coach Cori Zimmerman—qualified for the F1 Division 1 State Championship, with Varsity placing 7th in 5A Division 1.

• Strength & Conditioning Recognition:

  • State Strength Meet: Congratulations to 10 SV student-athletes placing at state; SV finished 8th out of 24 teams in 5A.

  • Region Strength Meet (State Qualifiers): Congratulations to 11 SV student-athletes placing and qualifying for state.

  • Palmetto Power Clean Championship (All-State Team): Congratulations to all SV placers listed, including multiple top-3 finishes across weight classes.

• College Signings (Student-Athletes):

  • Track & Field: Joel Amos (The Citadel), Kal Thomas (Lander), Kelsey Chisholm (USC Upstate), McKensley Parks (Spartanburg Methodist), Kaylee Thomas (Winston-Salem State), Chenoa Haygood (Columbia College), Tristan Williams (Columbia College)

  • Volleyball: Jadyn Chestnut (Johnson C Smith), Grayson Graham (Claflin), Grayson Graham (Volleyball—Claflin)

  • Cheer: Rayne Berry (Columbus State), Jordan Thomas (SC State), Raye/Rayne Berry (Limestone University — as listed)

  • Wrestling: Cameron Dean (Lander)

  • Basketball: Mariana Moodey (Francis Marion), Lauren Crosland (Lander), Daniel Bledsoe (Erskine)

  • Golf: John Thompson (Howard University)

  • Swim: Deon Ellisor (Columbia College)

  • Softball: Eryn Wright (Converse University)

  • Lacrosse: Carlos Thompson (Point University)

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Academic Teams and Competitions

• Mock Trial: Congratulations to the Spring Valley Mock Trial Team—2nd Place at Midlands Regional, qualifying for state (March 7, 2025). Team members listed:

  • Ibahim Jatoi, Debasmita Mishra, Sadhana Anchoori, Kylie Park, Surya Thiagu, Amanda Kimpson, Mamathi Murugesan, Manith Bannenhalli, Fletcher King, Anagha Gowda, Max Berg, Rudra Paterl, Henry Berg, Mez Vandelay

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Staff Recognition

• Teacher of the Year (2025–2026): Congratulations to Mrs. Cathy Stinson, selected as Spring Valley High School’s Teacher of the Year!

• District Teacher of the Year Finalist: Congratulations to Mrs. Rona Stuart—named a Richland Two District Teacher of the Year Finalist!

• Teacher of the Month (RSD2): Congratulations to Ms. Ryan Shelton, spotlighted as Richland District Two Teacher of the Month!

• Coaching Fellowship (Tomorrow’s 25): Congratulations to Coach Cori Zimmerman and Coach Matt Oberly—selected for the Tomorrow’s 25 Coaching Fellowship (two of only 25 statewide).

 

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2023–2024

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (2024) Candidates: Congratulations to Sanvi Divekar, Jackson Dowey, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Abagail Greer, Jisoo Lee, Iraine Taine, Ryan Young (also listed: Emma Hook).

• National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists: Congratulations to Sanvi Divekar, Jackson Dowey, Shirhan/Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Abagail Greer, Emma Hook, Jisoo Lee, Ava Phelps, Iraine Taine, and Bella Ward.

• National Merit Finalists: Congratulations to Sanvi Divekar, Jackson Dowey, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Abagail Greer, Emma Hook, Jisoo Lee, Ava Phelps, and Iraine Taine.

• AP School Honor Roll (2023): Spring Valley High School recognized for the 2023 AP School Honor Roll, strengthening a college-going culture and expanding opportunities for college credit.

• U.S. News Best High Schools (2023–2024): Spring Valley earned national and metro-area rankings, placing Top 20 out of 243 high schools in South Carolina and in the top 40% nationally.

• BigFuture Scholarship: Congratulations to Shandon Kelly for completing steps on the BigFuture dashboard and earning a $500 scholarship!

• Cooke College Scholarship Semifinalist: Congratulations to Jena Saleh—named a Cooke College Scholarship semifinalist.

• Regeneron Science Talent Search: Congratulations to Mrs. Michelle Spigner—named Regeneron STS 2024 Teacher of Merit.

• Regeneron STS Scholar: Congratulations to Ava Phelps—named a Regeneron STS 2024 Scholar.

• AP Research Perfect Scores: Congratulations to Lillian Amick, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Jisoo Lee, Shivani Patel, Ava Phelps, and Marina Slaubaugh.

• College Board National Recognition Programs: Congratulations to students earning academic honors, including:

  • NAARA: Alexander Lance, Harmonie Frederick, James McGee, Jayda Graham, Jayden Williams, Jordan Benjamin, Jordynn Palmer, Kaleb Kelly, Kierra Merriweather, Logan Kelly, Matius Williams, Moise Hippolyte

  • NHRA: Elianna Tracy, Sarah Hernandez

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Discovery Magnet Achievements and Research

• SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS | March 23, 2024 | College of Charleston): Congratulations to SVHS Discovery Magnet students—72 students presented research; 61 awards earned.

• Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (JSHS) Winners (2024): Congratulations to Abdullah Amir, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Abbey Lee, and Shivani Patel—selected as finalists for National JSHS (May 1–4, 2024 | Albuquerque, NM).

  • Shrihan Ganesh Babu: 1st Place + $1,500 scholarship

  • Abdullah Amir: 3rd Place + $500 scholarship

  • Abbey Lee & Shivani Patel: also selected to attend National JSHS

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Schoolwide Recognition

• Magnet Schools of Excellence (2024): Spring Valley High School named one of the Top 2024 Magnet Schools of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America.

• National Certified Demonstration Magnet School: Magnet Schools of America recognized SV’s Explorations and Discovery Magnet programs as a National Certified Demonstration Magnet School. Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Wyatt, Ms. Kim Bouchey, and our magnet teachers!

• Innovation Cup (R2I2): Congratulations to Spring Valley High School and Principal Mr. Jeff Temoney—recipients of the Innovation Cup for sharing the most student innovators with R2I2.

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Fine Arts, Performing Arts, and Literary Arts

• Spring Valley Art Exhibit (2024): Congratulations to all student artists placing in the 2024 Spring Valley Art Exhibit—with special congratulations to Ethan Goodrich, Best in Show (2024)!

  • Artists recognized include: Fletcher King, Asia Adams, Amyah Barry, Anya Rassolov, Tamiya Washington, Somya Jain, Lizzie Bonovich, Anya Hopkins, Tim Vo, Savannah Yoo, Ethan Goodrich, Katie Norris, James Patrick, Daniya Ashford, Cayenne Wallsmith, Carlos Perdomo Alvarado, Elizabeth Huffman, Darniel Foster, Payton Thomas, Karma Robinson, Jack McDonald, Miyaki Waterton, Juliet Gregg, Tristen Torres, Aliyah Andrews, Clare Venn, Shanaya Haywood, Sky Bennett, Jasper Evans, Neveah Smith, Buthaynah Penna-Hakkim, Andrea Batts, Greg Isaac, Iraine Taine, Kyrie Dae, Vianne Phan, Reese Morgan, Alana Moonan, Neko Goldston, Emily Smoak, Johniah Fields-Green, Emma Hook, Euri Kelley, Mbia Mvondo, Satvik Nelakuditi, Sanraj Pal, Marina Slaubaugh, Megan Whitley, Hunarmeet Gill, Rachel Medez Joachin, Madison Moye, Sophia Myrick, Ellie Pittman, Shan Thomas.

• Elmbridge Literary Competition (FAME | 2024): Congratulations to senior Mbia Mvondo—3rd Place for her short story “Dinner At The Millers” (to be published in May).

• Scholastic Art Awards (Southeastern Region): Congratulations to award recipients including:

  • Vianne Phan: Gold Key (Drawing & Illustration) “Wring”; Honorable Mention “Loopy Portrait”

  • Reese Morgan: Honorable Mentions (Comic Art) “Duchess” and “The Knave & The Joker”

  • Satvik Nelakuditi: Silver Key (Comic Art) “Joseph’s World”

  • Iraine Taine: Honorable Mentions (Digital Art) “Frustration” and “Morning Light”

  • Daniya Ashford: Silver Key (Printmaking) “Daniya/Ascending” and (Drawing & Illustration) “Three-Daniymensional”

  • Euri Kelley: Silver Key (Printmaking) “빨간 여자”

  • James Patrick: Gold Key (Drawing & Illustration) “RAWR:3D”

  • Kyrie Dae: Gold Key (Digital Art) “The Art of Letting Go”

• SC State Fair Art Recognition: Congratulations to:

  • Somya Jain (Honorable Mention), Vi Phan (3rd Place), Neko Goldston (Honorable Mention)

  • Additional student artwork selected for display: Alana Moonan, James Patrick, Reese Morgan, Satvik Nelakuditi, Ellie Pittman, Daniya Ashford, Emma Hook

• Central Region Youth Art Month (YAM): Congratulations to Savannah Yoo, Daniya Ashford, Vianne Phan, Triston Washington, and Neko Goldston—artwork featured in the Central Region YAM exhibit.

• USC Beaufort Emerging Artist Competition: Congratulations to Neko Goldston—3rd Place for “Blu”.

• Orchestra Performance Ratings (SCMEA):

  • Festival Orchestra: Superior rating (SCMEA CPA)

  • SVHS Orchestra: Excellent rating (SCMEA Region 3 Concert Performance Assessment)

• All-State Orchestra (2024): Congratulations to Leola Kendall, Abbey Lee, and Brayden Sosa.

• Newberry College Honor String Orchestra Clinic (2023): Congratulations to Gabrielle Stewart, Caroline Venn, Tyler Williams, Aneesa Abdur-Rasheed, and Emma Randall.

• SCMEA Region III Honor Orchestras (2023): Congratulations to:

  • Charles Savitz (1st Violin), Damaris Enriquez-Dominguez (1st Violin), Maira Gilani (2nd Violin), Debasmita Mishra (2nd Violin), Leola Kendall (Viola), Lea Austin (Viola), Henry Holton (Bass), Kartik Valluri (1st Violin), Abbey Lee (1st Violin), Brayden Sosa (2nd Violin), Nicholas Brown (Cello), Emily Lee (Cello), Kaleb Kelly (Cello—2nd Alternate).

• Recognition of Excellence Awards (Nov. 9, 2023): Congratulations to Jennifer Bartell Boykin—honoree.

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Athletics

• Boys Tennis Region Champions: Congratulations to the SVHS boys’ tennis team—Region 3–5A Champions with an undefeated 10–0 region record!

• Swim State Champions (5A SCHSL):

  • Patrick Quirk: State Champion (100 Backstroke)

  • Boys 200 Freestyle Relay: State Champions — Andrew May, Patrick Quirk, JoJo Frey, Sammy Urs

• Viking Boys Swim Team: Congratulations—Blue Devil Invitational Champions!

• Volleyball Recognition: Congratulations to senior Remiah Stripling (Setter/OPP)—named to the 2023 Midlands All-Area Second Team.

• Competitive Cheer: Congratulations to Coach Cori Zimmerman and the Competitive Cheer team—earned the opportunity to compete in the SCHSL 5A Competitive Cheer State Championship.

• Viking Invitational Cheer Meet (Oct. 11): Congratulations—Varsity: 2nd Place | JV: 1st Place (trophy stayed home)!

• College Signings (Student-Athletes):

  • Alan Hartwell — Football (Limestone University)

  • Presten Jackson — Baseball (Southwest Virginia Community College)

  • Devan Crumpton — Track (University of South Carolina)

  • Jakori Herring — Track (USC Beaufort)

  • Additional signings listed: Katerina Stevens (Shorter University), Angel Camacho (Brewton-Parker College), Walker Thompson (Claflin University)

• All-Star Selection: Congratulations to Devan Crumpton—selected for the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives North vs South All Star Bowl (Dec. 9, 2023).

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Student Leadership, Service, and Special Honors

• DAR Youth Volunteer Award: Congratulations to Shivani Patel—winner of the South Carolina Outstanding Youth Volunteer award (Daughters of the American Revolution).

• Congressional Award (Gold Medal): Congratulations to senior Harmonie Frederick—earned the Congressional Award Gold Medal (highest level).

• USC Power Forward Program: Congratulations to Xavier Sanchez—accepted into the USC Power Forward program.

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JROTC and Military Programs

• Unit Evaluation: SV Air Force JROTC earned the highest rating of “Exceeds Standards” from the U.S. Air Force.

• Warrior Challenge Champions: Congratulations to SV JROTC—1st Place Honors as the overall Warrior Challenge Meet Champion!

• Raider Team Recognition: Congratulations to the SV JROTC Raider Team—1st Team Honors Champions (first time) and 3rd Team Honors (Mixed Team) at the Red Devil Challenge (Liberty High School).

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Academics and Competitions

• Academic Quiz Team: Congratulations to Spring Valley’s Academic Quiz Team—perfect 6–0 season, swept the region, and advanced to the State Academic Challenge Tournament (March 2024). Team: Henry Berg, Srianeesh Kalva, Ashish Maddipati, Fionn O’Connor, Michael Papaletsos, Vedant Pinglikar, Hunter Shissaias.

• Theater Festival Recognition: Congratulations to SV Players Evelyn Contreras, Pidge Dubberly, Maggie Edmundson, Robin Marshall, Mbia Mvondo, Leah Torres, Elliot Naddell—earned honorable mention overall at the 2024 PDA/SCITS Theater Festival for An Experiment by Brent Holland.

  • Individual awards: Leah Torres, Robin Marshall, Evelyn Contreras.

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Staff Recognition

• Teacher of the Year (2024–2025): Congratulations to Ms. Rona Stuart—selected as Spring Valley High School’s Teacher of the Year.

• TED Talk Speaker: Congratulations to Dr. Wendy Harriford-Platt—selected as a TEDx Speaker (“Generations of Learning: A Lifelong Journey from College Dropout to Inspiring Educator”)

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2022–2023

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• State Winner (SCACD Conservation Poster Contest): Congratulations to Sarah Alyssa Hernandez—named a state winner in the “Healthy Soil, Healthy Life” poster contest (South Carolina Association of Conservation Districts).

• National Merit Scholars (2023): Congratulations to Stephanie Babinec and Madison Han—named 2023 National Merit Scholars.

• National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (2022–2023): Congratulations to Stephanie Babinec, Aleena Chattha, Madison Han, Justin Kong, Ryan(t) Leadbitter, Christopher Ravan, Jacob Stoll, Adams Stone, Sai Siddharth Thumsi, and Anna Todd.

• National Merit Finalists (2023): Congratulations to Stephanie Babinec, Aleena Chattha, Madison Han, Justin Kong, Ryan Leadbitter, Christopher Ravan, Jacob Stoll, Sai Siddharth Thumsi, and Anna Todd—among the approximately 15,000 finalists announced by NMSC.

• U.S. Presidential Scholar (2023): Congratulations to Cathy Tang—named a 2023 United States Presidential Scholar, one of only two students in South Carolina to receive the honor (and the only student in the Midlands noted).

• U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (2023) Candidates: Congratulations to Carson Aycock, Madison Han, Jacob Stoll, Cathy Tang, and Sai Siddharth Thumsi—selected as candidates for the 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

• National Honor Society Scholarship Semifinalist: Congratulations to Cathy Tang—selected as a National Semifinalist for the National Honor Society Scholarship.

• Perfect Scores & Academic Milestones:

  • Jisoo Lee: perfect 800 SAT Math and 800 SAT Reading.

  • Sanvi Divekar: perfect 800 SAT Math and a perfect 36 ACT.

  • Madison Han and Sai Siddharth Thumsi: perfect 36 ACT (also listed elsewhere as seniors).

  • Madison Han: perfect score on the AP Research Exam.

• College Board National Recognition Programs:

  • National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars: Maximiliano Hernandez, Gabriella Mejia.

  • National African American Recognition Program Scholars: Anya Hopkins, Antwan Scott, Marc Hines, Mckenzie Simmons, Myron Dobson, Rachel Johnson, Ryan Young, Ryann Johnson, William Smith, Xavier Simmons, Salyia Salters, Everlast Chigoba.

• Regeneron Science Talent Search (2023):

  • Congratulations to Mrs. Michelle Spigner—selected as a Regeneron STS 2023 Teacher of Merit.

  • Congratulations to Madison Han—named a Regeneron Science Talent Search 2023 Scholar.

• Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest (2022): Congratulations to Jisoo Lee—earned Honorable Mention in the Poetry & Spoken Word Category.

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Discovery Magnet Achievements and Research

• SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS | April 2, 2022 | USC–Aiken): Congratulations to SVH Discovery Magnet students—67 students presented research and earned 57 total awards.

• Community Service (Magnet Programs): Congratulations to Discovery & Explorations students and families for removing 32 bags of litter along Two Notch Road (Aug. 20, road adoption initiative continuing from Aug. 2021).

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Academics and Competitions

• Clemson Calculus Challenge (April 21, 2023): Congratulations to the SV Calculus Team—earned 3rd Place in the school competition. Team: Alex Pan, Madison Han, Jacob Stoll, Dev Patel, Cody Miller, Siddharth Thumsi, Shashwat Yadav, Jackson Dowey, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Jisoo Lee, Tu Vo, Kavin Saravanan.

• College of Charleston Math Competition: Congratulations to the SVHS Math Team—earned 3rd Place overall. Team: Ali Wallam, Emna Guedhami, Alex Pan, Raymond Chen, Patrick Li, Vianne Phan.

  • Patrick Li: earned an honorable mention for his individual Level 2 test score.

• Mock Trial (Regional + State):

  • Historic State Qualification: Congratulations to the Mock Trial team—advanced to State for the first time since 2011 (regional competition at the Decker courthouse). Team: Adams Stone, Meghan Pasala, Anagha Gowda, Lilian Gillam, Max Berg, Surya Thiagu, Sadhana Anchoori, Ibrahim Jatoi, Krish Patel, Ria Patel, Miles Wells, Damion Jackson.

  • State Competition Finish: Congratulations—earned 6th Place at the state competition. Team listed: Anagha Gowda, Lilian Gillam, Max Berg, Meghan Pasala, Adams Stone, Surya Thiagu, Sadhana Anchoori, Damion Jackson, Ibrahim Jatoi, Krish Patel, Ria Patel, Miles Wells.

• Palmetto Boys State Delegates (2023): Congratulations to James Goodson, Robert McGriff, William Smith, Allen Hartwell, Joseph Swick.

• Palmetto Girls State Delegates (2023): Congratulations to Lillian Amick, Logan Paige Davis, Chandler Lawton, Maegan McGriff, Ava Phelps, Ellie Pittman.

• Student Council Leadership (SCASC | 75th Annual Convention | Sumter, SC):

  • Chandler Lawton: elected SCASC State President.

  • Regina Mariano: elected District 4 Vice Chair.

• Student Council National Recognition: Congratulations—Spring Valley Student Council named a 2022 National Gold Council of Excellence by NatStuCo/NASSP.

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Athletics

• College Signings (Student-Athletes): Congratulations to the following students continuing academic and athletic careers:

  • Poojith Reddy (Anderson University), Mya Sumter (Claflin University), Lacey McArthur (Spartanburg Methodist), Madison Entzminger (Columbia College), JaiDah Liebert (Spartanburg Methodist), Aubrie Evans (University of South Carolina), Layla Holmes (University of South Carolina), Jaden Bush (University of South Carolina), CJ Rich (Presbyterian), Alex China (Catawba College), Hayden Cunningham (Olivet College), Evan Javis (West Point), Jordan Chestnut (The Citadel), Zion Fuller (Allen University), Nigel Ancrum (University of Tennessee), CJ Banks (Methodist University).

  • Additional signings listed: Kamille Cunningham (Converse College), Colton Jones (Anderson University), Kiarra Thomas (Converse College), Derrick Thompson (Anderson University), Aaliyah Berry (University of North Carolina), Hensley Parks (Savannah State University).

  • Baseball signings listed: Brent Gibbs (College of Charleston), Wyatt Tucker (Coker College).

• Cross Country State Championship: Congratulations to the Vikings—finished 11th overall in the 5A Cross Country State Championship Race.

• Homecoming Court: Congratulations to Homecoming King & Queen: Evan Javis and Ariel Lugo; 1st Runner-Up: Jaden Bush and Aaliyah Berry.

• Football Recognition: Congratulations to Evan Javis (RB/SS)—nominated for Mr. Richland County High School Football Player of the Year.

• MaxSpeedFitness Recognition:

  • Coach of the Month (September): Congratulations to Cori Zimmerman.

  • Female Athlete of the Month (September): Congratulations to Mya Sumter.

• World Languages (Clemson Declamation Contest): Congratulations to senior Maximiliano Hernandez—earned 1st Place in Spanish 4B at the 49th Clemson University Declamation Contest.

• SV Varsity Women’s Basketball: Congratulations—won an away conference game vs. National Ford in Fort Mill, SC (78–48).

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Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• Orchestra Solo & Ensemble (SCMEA | May 1–2, 2023 | Westwood HS): Congratulations to participating students and their performance ratings:

  • Excellent: Jamie Campbell (Solo Viola), Sai Thumsi (Solo Violin)

  • Superior: Khishi Jain (Solo Violin), Ibrahim Jatoi (Solo Cello), Salyia Salters (Solo Cello), Kartik Valluri (Solo Violin), India McQuirter & Myles Blair (Viola Duo), Nadira McFadden & Pedro Robertson (Violin/Bass Duo), Londyn Drammeh/Tyler Williams/Thomas Landon (Viola/Cello Trio), Nawal Smali/Mairin Ramon Castillo/Immanie Jacques (Violin Trio), Patrick Li/Meghan Pasala/Ava Phelps/Ibrahim Jatoi (String Quartet)

• Orchestra Performance Assessment (March 23, 2023): Congratulations—String Orchestra: Excellent | Concert/Chamber Orchestra: Superior.

• All-State & Region Honor Bands:

  • SC All-State Honor Band: Cathy Tang, Lyn Yu, Ryan Leadbitter, Colin Tang.

  • Region 3 Honor Band: Samuel Yim, Mary Ann Gardiner, Henry Yi, Colin Tang, Nikita Bowers, Max Berg, Ayden Marsden, Srianeesh Kalva, Johnny Mallebrera Ortiz, Kavin Saravanan, Elizabeth Huffman, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Everlast Chigoba, Eliott Rurey, Aiden Anthony, Alexander Lance, Caleb Anthony.

• All-State Orchestra (2023): Congratulations to Patrick Li, Brayden Sosa, and India McQuirter.

• Midlands Region Honor Orchestra (2022): Congratulations to Patrick Li, Tori Li, Brayden Sosa, Ibrahim Jatoi, Meghan Pasala, Abbey Lee, Sai Thumsi, Kartik Valluri, Ava Phelps, Abagail Greer, Nicholas Brown, Sophia Myrick, Pedro Robertson.

• Newberry College Honor String Orchestra (2022): Congratulations to Tori Li, Ava Phelps, Shreya Kumar, Salyia Salters, Aneesa Abdur-Rasheed.

• Scholastic Art Awards (2023 | Southeast Region): Congratulations to:

  • Ella Harmon: Honorable Mentions (“Memory Project Portrait”, “Prisma”) — Painting

  • Hanaa Jatoi: Gold Key (“Heaven 2.0”) — Printmaking

  • Rachel Mendez Joachin: Honorable Mentions (“Revelations”, “Sanctum”) — Printmaking

  • Alana Moonan: Gold Key (“I’m Cool with Whatever”) — Printmaking

  • Reese Morgan: Gold Key + Honorable Mention (“Tea Party”, “Queen”) — Comic Art / Printmaking

• District Showcase (Nov. 17): Congratulations to art teacher Josh Drews and students Ella Harmon, Reese Morgan, and Pedro Robertson—created artwork live at the Richland Two State of the District event.

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JROTC and Military Programs

• Top Gun Drill Championship (2023 | McEntire ANG Base): Congratulations to the SVHS JROTC Drill Team—1st Place State Championship (Precision Drill); 1st in 7 categories, 2nd in 3 categories, and SV Color Guard rated BEST in the state.

• Citadel Drill Competition (Oct. 15, 2022): Congratulations—placed 2nd.

• Ashley Ridge Combined Meet: Congratulations—won overall championship in Drill and Raider competitions.

• Fort Dorchester Combined Meet: Congratulations—Drill, Raider, and Academic teams won 1st place; earned 1st in 13 of 17 categories and the title of Overall Champion.

• J-100 Air Force JROTC Character to Leadership Scholarship: Congratulations to Cadet Colonel Sarah Hedley—selected to receive this prestigious scholarship.

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Staff Recognition

• Teacher of the Year (2023–2024): Congratulations to Mr. Julian Hale—selected as Spring Valley High School’s Teacher of the Year.

• Poet Laureate (City of Columbia): Congratulations to Jennifer Boykin—recognized as Columbia’s second Poet Laureate, serving a four-year term.

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Career Readiness and Workforce

• Dominion Energy Apprenticeship: Congratulations to graduate Justin McElveen—first to secure a full-time position in Dominion Energy’s apprentice lineman program through the SC Chamber Foundation partnership.

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Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2021–2022

Staff Recognition and Community Pride

• Hall of Fame Honor: Congratulations to world language teacher Carmen Nazario—inducted into the Puerto Rico Volleyball Hall of Fame.

• Arts Education Excellence: Congratulations to SVHS art teacher Josh Drews:

  • Recipient of the Columbia Museum of Art’s 2021–2022 Mac Arthur Goodwin Award for outstanding contribution to arts education in South Carolina.

  • Presented with the Winthrop University Fine Distinguished Alumnus Award (2021) for outstanding contribution to the arts.

• Distinguished Alumni Recognition: Congratulations to SV English teacher Nancy Scott Glenn—recognized as a Distinguished Young Alumni of the South Carolina Honors College.

• Teacher of the Year: Congratulations to Ms. Melissa Dissinger—named SVH 2022–2023 Teacher of the Year.

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Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• Poetry Contest Finalist: Congratulations to sophomore Jisoo Lee—finalist (high school category) in the MUSC Septima P. Clark Poetry Contest.

• U.S. News Ranking: Spring Valley High School ranked 20th in South Carolina (out of 246 high schools) by U.S. News & World Report.

• National Magnet Recognition: Spring Valley High School named a National Magnet School of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America.

• U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (2022) Candidates: Congratulations to Parth Desai, Zachary Huang, Shriya Kapoor, and Christopher Li—selected as candidates for the 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

• National Merit Scholarship (2022) Finalists: Congratulations to seniors Scott Dillon, Angel Huang, Zachary Huang, Christopher Li, Elizabeth McCallum, and Pranav Poola—named finalists in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship program.

• Coca-Cola Scholars Semifinalists (2022): Congratulations to Eileen Chen and Jillian McNally—selected as semifinalists in the 2022 Coca-Cola Scholars Program.

• Carolina Master Scholar: Congratulations to Payton Davis—recognized as a Carolina Master Scholar.

• College Board National Recognition Programs:

  • National African American Recognition Program Scholars: Aniya Johnson, Bethany Benjamin, Chinira Godfrey, Gregory Bailey, Kaelyn Felix, Lauryn Keels, Paige Bervine-Burke, Paige Turner, Sarah Hedley, Zarah Burleson.

  • National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar: Angelina Cain.

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Discovery Magnet and Research Excellence

• National Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (National JSHS | Tri-Service | Kirtland AFB | NSTA): Congratulations to Discovery students Shriya Kapoor, Eileen Chen, and Cathy Tang, accompanied by Michelle Spigner.

  • Eileen Chen: 3rd Place Medicine & Health oral competition + $4,000 tuition scholarship.

  • Cathy Tang: 1st Place Chemistry poster presentation + $500 award.

• Regional Science & Engineering Fair (USC Region II): Congratulations to Discovery teachers Dr. Michelle Wyatt, Michelle Spigner, Heather Alexander and Discovery students—earning 57 awards. Highlights include:

  • Shyam (Shrihan) Ganesh Babu: 1st Place Grand Male/President’s Award and 1st Place Engineering.

  • Satvik Nelakuditi: 2nd Place Grand Male/President’s Award and 1st Place Computer Science.

  • Meghan Pasala: 1st Place Grand Female/President’s Award, 1st Place Behavioral & Social Sciences, and 2022 Community Innovation Award.

  • Cathy Tang: 3rd Place Grand Female/President’s Award, 1st Place Chemistry, plus multiple specialty awards (Yale Science & Engineering Association Outstanding Achievement; USAID Award).

  • Additional students and specialty awards listed in your entry (Physics, Biology, Geology, Psychology, Metric Association awards, and more).

• Stockholm Junior Water Prize (2022 | State Winner): Congratulations to Discovery sophomore Lily Zhang—named the 2022 South Carolina Stockholm Junior Water Prize state winner.

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Student Leadership and Clubs

• Key Club District Leadership: Congratulations to junior Nidhi Guntupalli—elected Carolinas Key Club District Editor (2022–2023).

• Youth Leadership Recognition: Congratulations to freshman Kaelyn Hartwell—featured participant for Youth Corps at the annual fundraising luncheon.

• Chess: Congratulations to Dylan Chau, Zachary Huang, Sahildeep Singh, and Jacob Stoll—earned 2nd Place at the 2022 SC Scholastic Chess Championships (Greenville).

  • Jacob Stoll: 1st place individually (5 wins, 0 losses).

• FBLA (SCFBLA State Leadership Conference | March 26, 2022):

  • Dev Patel: Business Calculations—2nd Place

  • Shivani Patel: Intro to Parliamentary Procedure—2nd Place

  • Harsha Avula: Intro to Financial Math—2nd Place

• Student Council (SCASC | March 11–13 | Airport HS): Congratulations—earned:

  • 1st Place Community Service (4A/5A)

  • 2nd Place School Pride (4A/5A)

  • Gold Honor Council Award

  • Robert McCreary (SB President): Terry McCoy Leadership Award

  • Chandler Lawton (SB Officer): elected District 4 Vice Chair (listed as 2022–2022 in your text)

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Fine Arts

• Spring Valley Art Show (2022): Congratulations to all students placing in the 2022 Spring Valley Art Show (judged by SC illustrator/sculptor Kevin Jones) across Art 1/2/3, Photo, Media Arts, AP Studio exhibits, and special awards.

• Scholastic Art Awards (Southeastern Region): Congratulations to:

  • Abby Boland: Silver Key (Printmaking) Headspace

  • Kyla Gwen Soriano: Gold Key (Printmaking) Monuments

  • Zack Vereen: Silver Key (Digital Art) Version of Reality

• Atlantic Institute Art & Essay Contest: Congratulations to Gabriella S. Mejia—placed in the high school art category (theme: “Social Connections: Maintaining Humanity in the Age of Social Media”).

  • Also listed: Gabriella Mejia won 1st Place in the 2022 Virtual Awards Ceremony for the Art & Essay contest (same theme).

• Orchestra Program State Recognition: Congratulations—SVHS Orchestra earned the Outstanding Performance Award (OPA): Silver for 2021–2022 (highest achievement for orchestra programs in SC, per your entry).

• SCMEA CPA Ratings: Congratulations to SV Orchestra—String Orchestra: Excellent; Concert/Chamber Orchestra: Superior.

• All-State Orchestra (2022): Congratulations to Patrick Li, Ibrahim Jatoi, Abagail Greer, Christopher Li, and Pranav Poola.

• Newberry College Honor Orchestra: Congratulations to Jayda Graham, Anya Hopkins, Shreya Kumar, Salyia Salters, Nadira McFadden, Devyn Williams.

• SCMEA Midlands Region Orchestra (2021) & 2021–2022 District Honor Orchestra: Congratulations to the many students listed (Patrick Li, Kartik Valluri, Abbey Lee, Brayden Sosa, Abagail Greer, Ibrahim Jatoi, Sophia Myrick, Nicholas Brown, Makayla Harrison, Christopher Li, Pranav Poola, Meghan Pasala, Connor Swayne, Robert McCreary, Pedro Robertson, and others).

• District Honors Choir (2021–2022): Congratulations to accepted chorus students: Margaret Harper, Parker Holt, Mason Gaskin, Paige Turner, Olevia Warner, Ariana Cruz, Hayley Stack, Cameron Hemby, Jordin Thomas, Kamron Cotton, Zachary Silvera, Kendall Williams, Amari DeCosta.

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Athletics

• Viking Drill Team: Congratulations—won the 2022 Drill Team State Championship at the Top Gun Drill Meet for the second year in a row.

• Competitive Cheer: Congratulations—qualified for State for the 3rd straight year, placing 5th out of 32 teams statewide.

• Softball Signing: Congratulations to senior Cydney Cooper—signed with Claflin University (Softball).

• Golf: Congratulations to freshman John Thompson—finished 1st on the U.S. Kids Fall Tour and qualified for the Southeastern Cup in Myrtle Beach.

• Equine Scholarship: Congratulations to junior Taylor Manning and her horse The Aviator (“Ava”)—earned top scores at the SC State Fair Equine Scholarship competition and youth horse show (Oct. 15–17, 2021), receiving a $2,000 scholarship (S.C. Farm Bureau Federation).

• Football Honors:

  • Congratulations to SVHS QB DeQuandre Smith—named WLTX Player of the Week.

  • Congratulations to Ky Tayo—selected for the Touchstone Energy North/South All-Star football game and signed with Georgia Southern.

• Girls Player of the Year Nominee: Congratulations to senior Ariana Wilkes—one of 16 nominees for 2022 Richland County High School Girl’s Player of the Year.

• Coaching Honor: Congratulations to the Spring Valley Boys Track Team and Coach Oberly—named 2022 SCTCCCA Boys’ 5A State Track Coach of the Year.

• State Champions (Boys Track & Field): Congratulations—Spring Valley won the 2022 SC Class 5A Boys Track & Field Championship on May 20, 2022 (noted as first track state championship in a decade).

• Ultimate Frisbee: Congratulations—Vikings Ultimate Team earned 2nd Place in the 2022 SC High School State Ultimate Championship Tournament (Chapin, SC).

• Athlete College Signings (14): Congratulations to the following students recognized during the signing ceremony:

  • Ariana Wilkes (Hampton University), Jack Aldighieri (The Citadel), CJ Anderson (North Greenville University), Victoria Noel (Newberry College), Justin McElveen (Allen University), Mondell Hutto (Independence C.C.), DeShun Jordan (Louisburg College), Belle McGuirt (University of South Carolina), Rhett Moore (Nova Southeastern University), Khalil Cooke (Brunswick Community College), Keyshawn Ralands (Allen University), Dashawn Mingo (Limestone College), Joaquin Graham (Tusculum University), Nick Roberts (USC-Sumter).

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Student Awards and Recognition

• Pink Diamond Step Team: Congratulations to Shaniah Wilson, Kha’Shira Weaver, Angel Smallwood, Reshawana Tucker, Makayla Harrison, Jahzara Hutto—won the $500 grand prize in the Stomp Out Crime Community Outreach Competition.

• Columbia Urban League Young & Gifted Awards: Congratulations to the many SV students honored for excellence in Academics, Arts, Athletics, Leadership, and Technology (full list included in your entry).

• Top Ten & Outstanding Achievement (Graduating Class):

  • Valedictorian: Zachary William Huang

  • Salutatorian: Christopher Jun Yin Li

  • Additional Top Ten listed: Eileen Lu Chen, Scott Brent Dillon, Shyam Ganesh Babu, Angel Isabella Huang, William Arnold Johnson III, Elizabeth Andrea McCallum, Madeline Grace Nealey, Pranav Mahadevaswamy Poola

  • Outstanding Achievement Award: Aaliya Gabrielle Wiggs

• Hall of Fame Induction (Staff): Congratulations to Layne (Bee) Siceloff—inducted into the E.L. Bowsher High School Athletic Hall of Fame (with her 2001 championship softball team).

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2020–2021

School Recognition

• U.S. News & World Report: Spring Valley ranked Top 25 high schools out of 243 high schools in South Carolina.

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STEM and Academic Honors

• STEM Signing Day: Congratulations to Nemisa Samathapudi—selected as one of two students in the district for the 2021 STEM Signing Day presented by Tallo and Boeing.

• National Merit (Finalists): Congratulations to Sparsho De, Madeline Dissinger, Andrew Juhn, Parth Patel, Ella Rescigno, and Sirawit Shimpalee—2021 National Merit Scholarship Finalists.

• National Merit (Semifinalists): Congratulations to Sparsho De, Madeline N. Dissinger, Andrew J. Juhn, Parth A. Patel, Ella M. Rescigno, and Sirawit Shimpalee—named semifinalists in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program.

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Magnet Programs and Research Excellence

• Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (JSHS) | Virtual | Feb. 12, 2021: Congratulations to 32 Spring Valley Magnet students who presented research virtually. Semifinalists listed in your entry include:

  • Parth Desai, Shriya Kapoor, Aisha Siddique, Paulina Trifonova, Taahera Islam, Srestha Samaddar, Spandana Anchoori, Yash Patel, Sirawit Shimpalee, Eileen Chen, Sparsho De, Evelyn Plakal, Parth Patel, Taylor Hankins, Simran Tippabhatla, and others named in your list.

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Fine Arts and Scholastic Recognition

• Scholastic Awards (2021 | Southeast Region):

  • Visual Art:

    • Asa Arnold — Two Worlds (Honorable Mention, Digital Art)

    • Abigayle Hansley — Drowned (Honorable Mention, Digital Art)

    • Alia Kemp Davis — More than a Feeling (Honorable Mention, Painting)

    • Zuriyana Martinez — Growing Up (Silver Key, Digital Art)

    • Paulina Trifonova — Crushed (Silver Key, Drawing & Illustration); Dungeons & Dragons (Silver Key, Painting); Thematic Portraits Portfolio (Honorable Mention, Art Portfolio)

  • Creative Writing (Ridha Fatima):

    • Dear Winter (Silver Key, Poetry)

    • A Grim Reaping (Honorable Mention, Sci-Fi/Fantasy)

    • Aging (Honorable Mention, Poetry)

    • Spirits (Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction)

    • WISE (Honorable Mention, Sci-Fi/Fantasy)

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Orchestra and Music Achievement

• SVHS CPA Festival Orchestra: Congratulations—earned a Superior rating at the SCMEA Virtual Concert Performance Assessment (CPA).

  • Orchestra students listed: Eileen Chen, Christopher Lee, Nadira McFadden, Ava Phelps, Abbey Lee, Hanaa Jatoi, Lauren Epps, Abby Greer, Shreya Kumar, Sophia Myrick, Salyia Salters, Robert McCreary, Pedro Robertson.

• SCMEA All-State Orchestra (2021 | virtual audition): Congratulations to Justin Kong, Eileen Chen, Christopher Li, and Erik Daquilanea.

• SCMEA Region III Honor Orchestra (2021 | virtual audition): Congratulations to the students selected, including:

  • Abbey Lee (violin), Kartik Valluri (violin), Khushi Jain (2nd alternate, violin), Justin Kong (cello), Pedro Robertson (bass), Eileen Chen (violin), Christopher Li (violin), Pranav Poola (violin), Bhavani Tuppale (violin), Spandana Anchoori (violin), Erik Daquilanea (viola), Tremayne Ansani (viola), Connor Swayne (cello).

• SCMEA Virtual Solo & Ensemble Festival (Fall 2020): Congratulations to orchestra students earning ratings:

  • Superior: Erik Daquilanea (Viola), Salyia Salters (Cello), Bhavani Tuppale (Violin), Jayda Graham (Cello), Makayla Harrison (Bass), Victoria Noel (Viola), Meghan Pasala (Violin)

  • Excellent: Shreya Kumar (Cello), Devyn Williams (Violin), Joseph Swick (Viola), Sai Thumsi (Violin), Serenity Ward (Violin)

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Band Achievement

• SCBDA Region & All-State Seats (2021): Congratulations to 31 Spring Valley Band students earning Region and All-State seats (full roster included in your list), including Cathay Tang, Lyn Yu, Ye Joon Shin, Satvik Nelakudii, Johnny Mallebrera, Kavin Saravanan, Bella Ward, Elizabeth Huggman, Shrihan Ganesh Babu, Ryan Leadbitter, Scott Dillon, and many more.

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Career and Technical Education (CTE)

• NCCER Accreditation: Congratulations to building construction teacher Mr. Mikel Trapp—completed the process for his class to become an NCCER Accredited Training and Education Facility, giving students a head start toward careers in construction.

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FBLA Recognition

• Advisor of the Year: Congratulations to FBLA teacher Shelia Jones—named South Carolina FBLA Advisor of the Year.

• SCFBLA Virtual State Leadership Conference (March 27, 2021): Congratulations to students placing across events, including:

  • Jaden Parker (1st, Agribusiness); Dev Patel (1st, Business Calculations); Alex Jiang (1st, Business Law); Leini Rodriguez (1st, Intro to Business); Camryn Shadd (1st, Intro to Business Communication); Robert Capers (1st, Intro to Business Procedure); Chandler Lawton (1st, Intro to Parliamentary Procedure); Tierra Simmons (1st, Networking Concepts)

  • Plus additional Top 2–4 finishes listed in your entry (Advertising, Healthcare Admin, Insurance/Risk, Journalism, Securities & Investments, Annual Business Report, and more).

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Athletics

• Viking Cup Scholarship: Congratulations to Karah Barry—2021 recipient of the Spring Valley Viking Cup Ashley Nicole Dent Memorial Scholarship.

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Staff Celebrations

• Teacher of the Year: Congratulations to Ms. Andrea Clutts—named SVH 2021–2022 Teacher of the Year.

• Faculty Award: Congratulations to Spring Valley teacher Lindsey Rega—selected as the 2020 South Carolina Academy of Science Teacher of the Year.

• Doctorate Achievement: Congratulations to Assistant Principal Paul Dobyns—earned his Doctorate Degree. Congratulations Dr. Dobyns!

• Coca-Cola Scholars Semifinalist: Congratulations to Ronit Pathak—selected as a semifinalist in the 2021 Coca-Cola Scholars Program.

• All-National Honor Symphony Orchestra: Congratulations to Eileen Chen—selected by audition for the 2020 NAfME All-National Honor Symphony Orchestra.

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2019–2020

Signature Student Honors

• MiKayla Turner (Culinary Arts CATE Completer) — selected for the prestigious CATE Design Award.

• Alyssa Williams — announced as a $2,500 National Merit Scholarship winner.

• Jeffrey Blackwell — named 2020 Midlands WBL Student of the Year.

• Jeriaha Harris — named 2019–2020 Turnaround Student of the Year.

• Shahani Scholarship ($5,000 each): Congratulations to James Agens, Martina Bryant, MiKayla Metz, Morgan Reupke, and Citlaly Rojo.

• Atlantic Institute Art & Essay Contest: Congratulations to Ese-Oghene Oniovotevwo Agbatutu—Top 10 (High School Essay category) for the theme “Embracing Differences & Encouraging Uniqueness.”

• Silver Pen Award: Congratulations to Anika Nair—2nd place, receiving a $750 scholarship.

• Prudential Spirit of Community (SC): Congratulations to Pallavi Rao and Tyler White—named top runners-up (Distinguished Finalist medallion).

  • Tyler White also qualified for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.

• Congressional Award Gold Medal: Congratulations to Brandon Gibbs.

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School Recognition and Magnet Distinction

• U.S. News & World Report: Spring Valley ranked Top 20 high schools out of 245 in South Carolina.

• Magnet Schools of America: Spring Valley named a National Magnet School of Excellence for the 4th year in a row.

• National Institute for Magnet School Leadership: Discovery and Explorations programs successfully met the Magnet School Standards of Excellence (rigorous national standards).

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Discovery Magnet Research Excellence

• SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS) | 2020:

  • 69 Discovery magnet students submitted research papers for the March 28 meeting at Furman University (Greenville).

  • Students earned 40 awards. Oral competition was canceled due to COVID-19, but written papers continued.

  • Congratulations to Discovery students listed: Sirawit Shimpalee, Vamsi Gorrepati, Ronit Pathak, Ridha Fatima, Evelyn Plakal, Sanjana Parise, Sydni Moore, Aisha Siddique, Tremayne Ansani, Zachary Huang, Ethan Ho, Shyam Ganesh Babu, Shriya Kapoor, Simon Wyatt, Andrew Mott, Paulina Trifinova, Angel Huang, Sreya Maddipati, Apurva Mitta, Ella Blalock, Kathleen Dotson, Sparsho De, Wesley Fletcher, Yash Patel, Madeline Nealey, Eva Camlin, Bhavani Tuppale, Sahil Thakkar, Spandana Anchoori, Parth Patel, Simran Tippabhatla, Taahera Islam, Zachary Vereen, Dylan Chau, Parth Desai, Christine Encarnacion, Andrew Juhn.

• U.S. Presidential Scholar Honors (Discovery):

  • Finalists: Vamsi Gorrepati, Pallavi Rao

  • Candidates: Vamsi Gorrepati, Pranav Guntupalli, Jareer Imran, Pallavi Rao, Amal Verma, Alyssa Williams

• Teacher Recognition: Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Wyatt — named SC JSHS Teacher of the Year (2020).

• Ms. Lindsey Rega — selected as SC Academy of Science 2020 Teacher of the Year and SC JSHS 2020 Teacher of the Year (also recognized by SCAS for excellence in secondary science & mathematics teaching).

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Fine Arts Highlights

• National Scholastic Art Award: Congratulations to Isabelle “Max” Singleton — National Silver Key for “Hanging Around” (pen & ink), continuing SV’s national-level arts presence.

• Southeast Regional Scholastic Art Awards (33 awards): Congratulations to SV art students earning Gold Keys, Silver Keys, and Honorable Mentions, including Siri Avula, Leanna Bryant, Paulina Trifonova, Kathy Do, Sydney Duda, Anthony Frazier, Tianna Fuller, Abigayle Hansley, Marot Lamie, Matthew Locklear, Jordan Nealey, Isabelle Singleton, Ryley Starmack, Jessica Wigley, and others listed.

• SC State Fair Art Exhibit Awards:

  • Kathy Do — 1st Place

  • Isabelle Singleton — 3rd Place

  • My-Tien Truong — Honorable Mention

• Art Education National Honor: Congratulations to Joshua Drews — selected for the National Secondary Art Educator Award, to be presented at the 2020 NAEA National Convention (Minneapolis).

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Orchestra and Music Achievement

• Rising Stars Piccolo Spoleto (Audition Selection): Congratulations to the Spring Valley HS Chamber Orchestra selected to participate, including:
  Eileen Chen, Ronit Pathak, Christopher Li, Tyson Ansani, Bhavani Tuppale, Ethan Sosa, Maxwell Williams, Pranav Poola, Jasiah Tippett, Spandan Anchoori, David Noel Jr., Belisa Aguilar-Wright, Mahogany McCreary, Mary Shadd, Ailani Fraser, Erik Daquilanea, Tierra Simmons, Justin Kong, Connor Swayne, Rebecca Isherwood (plus guest bassists Victoria Correa and Robert McCreary).

• SCMEA All-State Orchestra (2020): Congratulations to:

  • Eileen Chen (Concertmaster), Christopher Li (1st Violin), Pranav Poola (1st Violin), Ailani Fraser (Viola), Bhavani Tuppale (3rd Alternate Violin), Ronit Pathak (1st Violin), Tyson Ansani (2nd Violin), Erik Daquilanea (Viola).

• SCMEA Region III Honor Orchestra (2019): Congratulations to selected students including Eileen Chen, Pranav Poola, Christopher Li, Bhavani Tuppale, Ailani Fraser, Keyshawn Anderson, Pedro Robertson, Robert Swick, Ronit Pathak, Ethan Sosa, Tyson Ansani, Spandana Anchoori, David Noel, Erik Daquilanea, Tremayne Ansani.

• District Honors Choir (Westwood HS): Congratulations to participating students including Jenna Brice, Mackenzie Speight, Olivia Narvaiz, Christian Ciego, LeQwan Wilson, Maurice Gary, Zachary Cunningham, Jeremiah Scruggs, Alurea Andrews, Braylin Peterson, Hailey Wood, Kayla Frick, Sameia Milledge, Victoria Frye.

• SC All-State Choir (2020): Congratulations to Victoria Frye, Olivia Narvaiz, Mackenzie Speight, and LeQwan Wilson (also noted as top 10% statewide in auditions).

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Band and Performing Arts

• Marching Band: Congratulations to the Spring Valley Marching Band for earning SUPERIOR ratings from all judges and top honors in Music, Color Guard, and Percussion.

• All-State and Region Band Seats: Congratulations to the many SV band students earning All-State and Region III seats (full roster included in your entry).

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Academic Teams and Student Organizations

• Math Team: Congratulations to the SVHS Math Team — 1st Place overall at the University of South Carolina Annual HS Math Contest.

  • Grand Champion: Sparsho De

  • Team and top scorers included Sid Gianey, Sparsho De, Zachary Huang, Wesley Fletcher, Christopher Li (with multiple individual placements listed).

• FBLA (State / National Qualifiers):

  • SVHS FBLA ranked in 12 areas qualifying for the National Leadership Conference (Salt Lake City).

  • Parth Patel elected SC FBLA District II Vice President.

  • Numerous event placements included Faizan Vhora (1st, Business Calculations), Mario Garcia (1st, Intro to Parliamentary Procedure), Destini Austin (1st, Networking Concepts), and many more listed.

• FBLA District II Leadership Conference: Congratulations to the large roster of students qualifying to compete at the State Leadership Conference.

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Athletics and Student-Athlete Achievement

• College Signings: Congratulations to athletes signing to play at the next level, including:

  • Tyler White — Soccer, Johns Hopkins University

  • Mikayla Turner — Track & Field, Western Carolina

  • Amaryah White — Track & Field, Coastal Carolina

  • Hunter Rogers — Football, USC

  • Additional signings: Alisha Pitt (Volleyball, USC Aiken), Mary Sullivan (Softball, Queens University of Charlotte), George Wells (XC/Track, Brevard), Reese Lumpkin (Baseball, Winthrop), Lauryn Taylor (Basketball, Francis Marion), Matthew Morant (Tennis, Guilford)

• Strength Meet: Congratulations to freshman soccer player Gracie Wilson — 3rd place in her weight class and earned All-State honors at the SC Strength Coaches Association Female State Strength Meet.

• Cheer: Congratulations to the SV Cheer Team — qualified for the 5A State Championship.

• Swimming: Congratulations to Dan Todd — AAAAA State Champion in the 200 Freestyle at the SCHSL State Swim Meet.

• JROTC: Congratulations to Spring Valley JROTC:

  • 1st Place overall at the Annual Low Country Drill Meet (Charleston)

  • 2nd Place overall at the Annual Paladin Raider Competition (Furman)

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Leadership and Staff Recognition

• Teacher of the Year: Congratulations to Jennifer Wargel — named Spring Valley’s 2020–2021 Teacher of the Year.

• Shrine Bowl: Congratulations to Coach Mitchell Moton — selected as defensive coordinator for the South Carolina Shrine Bowl team.

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2018–2019

Major Awards, Recognition, and Staff Highlights

• Layne Siceloff — named one of three top finalists in South Carolina for the PAEMST award.

• Coach Perry Dozier — named SVHS Turnaround Coach of the Year, Region IV AAAAA Champions, and Region IV AAAAA Coach of the Year.

• Weslynn Hutto — Region IV AAAAA Champions and Coach of the Year.

• Steve Lea — Region IV AAAAA Champions and Coach of the Year.

• Julie Sandy — named NATA Safe Sport School Award recipient.

• Coach Matt Oberly — Region IV AAAAA Boys Cross Country & Boys Track Champions, and Region IV AAAAA Coach of the Year (BXC).

• Coach Megan Assey — SCHSL AAAAA Upper-State Champions, Region IV AAAAA Champions, and Region IV AAAAA Coach of the Year.

• MaryAnn Sansonetti-Wood — recognized as a Distinguished Teaching Award (K-12) recipient (National Council for Geographic Education) (listed in your 2018–19 notes).

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Magnet, Research, and Academic Excellence

• NMSI Partnership: Spring Valley welcomed as a partner in the College Readiness Program, recognizing commitment to expanding access and achievement in rigorous courses.

• Google Certified Educator: Debbie Easler (Technology & Learning) passed Level 1 and Level 2 exams to become a Google Certified Educator.

• Teaching Fellows (Class of 2019): Congratulations to seniors Austin Lea and Emma Louise White — named to the 2019 class of South Carolina Teaching Fellows.

• Yale Young Global Scholars: Congratulations to Ronit Pathak — accepted into the YYGS Program.

• Regeneron Science Talent Search: Congratulations to Discovery senior Kristina Trifonova — named a Top 300 scholar in the 78th Regeneron STS.

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National Merit and Presidential Scholars

• 2019 National Merit Scholarship recipients: Kristina Trifonova, Elizabeth Dillon, Gillian Patton, Paul Dubberly, Shubhanjali Minhas, and Isak Jatoi.

• 2019 U.S. Presidential Scholars: Congratulations to Gillian Patton and Isak Jatoi.

• Presidential Scholars candidates (2019): Gillian Patton, Isak Jatoi, and Elizabeth Dillon.

• National Merit Semifinalists (2019): Isak Jatoi, Gillian Patton, Shubhanjali Minhas, Elizabeth Dillon, Kristina Trifonova, and Paul Dubberly.

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Discovery / STEM Competitions and Delegations

• AJAS Delegates: Congratulations to Discovery students Erin Byrd, Ridha Fatima, Pranav Guntupalli, Jane McCallum, Andrew Mott, Parth Patel, Pallavi Rao, and Sirawit Shimpalee — selected as South Carolina delegates to attend/present at the American Junior Academy of Science (Feb 2020).

• USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair (March 15, 2019): Discovery students earned 45 awards, including multiple grand awards and specialty awards (student and award list included in your record).

• Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (JSHS): 12 Discovery students selected as semifinalists; notable placements included Pallavi Rao (3rd), Vamsi Gorrepati (4th), Shubhanjali Minhas (6th) and Kayla O’Grady earning 1st in her session.

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World Languages: Biliteracy and National Spanish Exam

• Seal of Biliteracy (SC): Congratulations to students earning Gold / Silver / Bronze, including Na’ama Hoffman, Karolina De La Paz Garcia, Alejandra Ramirez, Kristina Trifonova, Gillian Patton, William Alas Salazar, Ricardo De La Paz Garcia, Ethan Goodman, Isak Jatoi, Carlos Montes, Citlaly Rojo, Robert Young, Teresa Lorenzo-Diaz, Perla Bello Hernandez, Elizabeth Lopez, Lesli Morales, Anthony Sterling, Alyssa Williams, and others listed.

• National Spanish Exam (2019): SV students earned Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention recognition (full roster included: e.g., Angie Avila (Gold), Robert Young (Gold), Isak Jatoi (Gold), etc.).

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Fine Arts: Visual Art, Chorus, Orchestra, Band

Art

• SVHS Art Show winners:

  • AP Art Exhibits: 1st Zharia Fuller, 2nd Grace Scott, 3rd Ansley Rabon, HM Aliece Hurley

  • Best of Class (1st Place): Paulina Trifonova, Kathy Do, Bay Thomas, Ben Cates, Leanna Bryant, Lauren Cooney, Taylor Dunn, Jessica Wigley

  • Honorable Mentions: extensive list as provided.

• Scholastic Art Awards (Southeast Region): Spring Valley earned 24 awards, including 5 Gold Keys (Gold Key winners included Lauren Cooney, Hycliff Hernandez, Kayla Hunter (two categories), Callie Grace McManus).

• National Scholastic Art Award: Congratulations to Kayla Hunter for national recognition with “Kindling” (photography).

• SC State Fair Student Art Exhibit: Congratulations to award recipients including Oliver Narvaiz, Tianna Fuller, Kayla Hunter, and Callie Grace McManus (Best in Show – Photography).

Chorus

• Orlando Performing Arts Festival & Competition: SV Chorus earned an Excellent rating and 3rd Place overall out of 12 choral groups.

• Schmidt Vocal Competition: Congratulations to Ella Rescigno — 1st Prize and Best Sophomore (UNC School of the Arts).

Orchestra

• SCMEA CPA: Concert and String Orchestras earned EXCELLENT ratings.

• Region III CPA: Chamber Orchestra earned SUPERIOR ratings.

• SCMEA All-State Orchestra (2019): Eileen Chen, Esther Kim, Christopher Li, Matthew Li, Ronit Pathak, Tyson Ansani.

• SCMEA Region Three Orchestra (2018): roster included Eileen Chen, Ronit Pathak, Esther Kim, Christopher Li, Matthew Li, and others listed.

Band

• Concert & Symphonic Bands: earned “SUPERIOR WITH DISTINCTION” — perfect scores from all five adjudicators in prepared literature and sight reading.

• All-State & Region Three Bands: 32 Spring Valley band students earned seats (Clinic and Senior band rosters included in your list).

• Richland Two District Honor Band: Congratulations to the students selected (full roster included).

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Student Organizations: FBLA, HOSA, Quiz Bowl, Student Council, Robotics

FBLA

• SV FBLA students won in 9 of 12 areas at the SC FBLA Leadership Conference, qualifying for NLC in San Antonio, TX (key placements listed, including Sydney Hannibal (1st, Help Desk), Reagan Hannibal (1st, Intro to Parliamentary Procedures), Caleena Greene (1st, Organizational Leadership), etc.).

• FBLA District placements included multiple 1st/2nd/3rd place finishes (full roster included).

• Taylor Williams — appointed to the SC FBLA State President’s Council as Executive Assistant.

HOSA

• Recognitions included: Pallavi Rao as SC HOSA’s new State President, Umangpreet Gill as state officer candidate finalist, plus strong results at the State Leadership Conference (medals and finalist list provided).

Quiz Bowl

• SV Quiz Bowl Club won the 2019 Midlands Collaboration Quiz Bowl Tournament and advanced to the State Academic Challenge Tournament at Winthrop (team listed).

• SV Quiz Bowl won at Clemson’s Tiger Town Throwdown, qualifying for NAQT HSNCT.

Robotics

• Robotics team won the Judge’s Award and Sportsmanship Award at the Cougar Challenge (Jan 26, 2019).

• Robotics team won Excellence (most prestigious) award and a Skills Challenge score at the CATS Midlands Qualifier.

Student Council

• Earned placements at SACS Conference: 1st (Video), 2nd (Community Service), 3rd (Service to School).

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Athletics, Championships, and Signings

• Region Champions: Congratulations to SV Girls and Boys Basketball — Region Champions.

• College Intent / Signings: Congratulations to athletes signing letters of intent, including:
  Ahja Amos (XC/Track – Newberry), Aneisa Williams (Volleyball – Erskine), Max Shropshire (Football – Georgia Military), Kyle Fortner (Football – Maryville), Skyla Mack (Football – West Point), Akele Pauling (Football – Marshall), TJ Wise (Football – William Penn), Gerald Wright (Football – Shepherd), Malik Wesley (Football – UNLV), Alex Herrera (Football – USC), Anthony Wilson (Football – Georgia Southern), Jalen Geiger (Football – Kentucky).

• Mr. Richland County Football: Congratulations to Anthony Wilson — 2018 winner.

• WLTX Player of the Week: Congratulations to Ashley Williamson.

• Athlete signings (baseball/other): Congratulations to Destiny Coleman (Wingate), Taylor Lewis (Middle Tennessee State), Taylor Britt (US Air Force Academy), Ashley Williamson (William & Mary), Katelyn Lisznyai (Columbia College).

• Athletic training: Congratulations to Turner Prewitt — selected as a student athletic trainer for the SC team at the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas.

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JROTC and Drill Team

• Top Gun State Championship (2019): SVHS JROTC Drill Team won the State Championship (placed in 8 of 12 events; 1st in 4 events). Cadet roster provided in your text.

• Bulldog Classic (The Citadel, Oct. 20, 2018): Viking Drill Team earned 1st Place overall, placed in 10 of 13 categories, bringing home 11 trophies.

• Cadet Leadership: Congratulations to Senior Cadet Colonel Jocelyn A. Patino — selected as Wing Commander for the SC AFJROTC Cadet Leadership Course at The Citadel (June 16–22, 2019).

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School Culture and Milestones

• Homecoming Court (2018): Congratulations to Kyrie Lanham and Chandler Patterson (Queen/King), Casey Carter and Donovon Toomer (1st Runner-Up), Karolina De La Paz Garcia and Matthew Woodle (2nd Runner-Up).

• Culinary Arts: Congratulations — SVHS became a South Carolina ProStart School (nationwide two-year program linking classroom and industry).

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Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2017–2018

Student Programs, CTSOs, and Career Readiness

HOSA International Leadership Conference (41st Annual | Dallas, TX): SVHS HOSA earned national recognition among 7,000+ students.

• Competitive Event Finalists (Top 10): Deiveek Kerai (Sports Medicine), Emmaline Zeiler (Health Career Photography)

• Barbara James Service Award: Vamsi Gorrepati (Silver), Pallavi Rao (Bronze)

• Chapter Recognition: Outstanding HOSA Chapter, National Service Project (Certificate of Merit), HOSA Happenings Newsletter Recognition

• Student Attendees: Deiveek Kerai, Vamsi Gorrepati, Emmaline Zeiler, Pallavi Rao, Kushi Patel, Abhijith Nair

• Outstanding HOSA Chapter Contributors: Shubhanjali Minhas, Sreya Varanasi

• Advisor Attendees: Layne Bee, Lorie McDuffie

Certified Medical Office Administrative Assistant (CMAA) Titles: Congratulations to students earning the CMAA credential through the NHA exam:
Quatasia Robert-Pickney, Cailan Carter, Rebekah Bishop, Jasmine Gantt, Mikayla Jackson, Miyah Reed, Pilarr Lane, Eddie Young, Gurleen Bhambra, Ellie Eargle, Hanna Wells, Malaysia Irby

Special Education Job Olympics (R2i2 | April 25, 2018): SVHS students earned individual awards and ribbons—and won the FIRST PLACE TROPHY for the district.

Career & Technology Education (CATE): Congratulations to CATE Students of the Quarter (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Quarter recognitions listed in your source).

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF | Pittsburgh, PA | May 13–18, 2018):
Congratulations to Gillian Patton and Elizabeth “Lily” Shytle for being selected. Gillian earned 3rd place in the world ($1,000) in her category.

USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair (March 16, 2018):
59 Discovery students earned 62 awards.

• First Place Presidential Award (Females): Gillian Patton (advancing to ISEF)

• Third Place Presidential Award (Females): Elizabeth “Lily” Shytle (ISEF Observer)

eCYBERMISSION STEM Competition (16th Annual | AEOP):
9th grade teams earned top placements and recognition:

• The Lit Scientists: Josie Gardiner, Sydni Moore, Mariah Smith

• Fig Neutrons: Eric Brown, Trevonte Frazer, Sally “Ryen” Labrador

• The Olympians (Honorable Mention): Ridha Fatima, Taahera Islam, Srestha Samaddar
  (Team advisor: Dr. Michelle Wyatt)

Regeneron Science Talent Search (2018 Scholars):
Congratulations to Discovery seniors Vinita Cheepurupalli and Sarayu Das.

National Merit Scholarship Program (Finalists | 2018):
Vinita Cheepurupalli, Issac S. Lee, Thomas McLean, Matthew B. Payne

USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) Semifinalist:
Congratulations to Chloe Vandenberg, one of only two students in South Carolina to qualify.

U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (Candidates | 2018):
Vinita Cheepurupalli, Ishita Kapoor, Gloria Kim, Isaac S. Lee

Perfect Score Recognition:
Congratulations to Sum-Hin Lee for a perfect score on ACT Reading, Math & Science.

Benjamin N. Duke Memorial Scholarship:
Congratulations to Max Miller on receiving this renewable scholarship valued at $280,000+.

AP Scholar Recognition (2017):
Spring Valley recognized 51 AP Scholars across categories (National AP Scholar, AP Scholar, AP Scholar with Honor, AP Scholar with Distinction) as listed in your source.

Athletics

Coaching Honors:

• Coach John Jones: Named Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach

• Teresa Legette: Named Girls Basketball Assistant Coach of the Year

• Coach Megan Assey: Named USA Today’s South Carolina Girls Basketball Coach of the Year

Lady Vikings State Champions (5A Girls Basketball | March 2, 2018):
Spring Valley won the Class 5A State Championship, defeating Wade Hampton 49–37 at Colonial Life Arena.

College Athletic Signings (Spring 2018 Ceremony):
Khasmine Harris (Limestone—Cross Country), Julian Smith (Francis Marion—Basketball), Steven Andreen (USMA West Point—Track & Field), Robert Godfrey (Belmont Abbey—Track & Field), Xavier Glover (Belmont Abbey—Track & Field), Amir McCall (North Greenville—Track & Field), Jaiden Garner (Coker—Baseball), Ryan Gurganious (Spartanburg Methodist—Baseball), Grant Wells (Francis Marion—Baseball), Jacquez Terrell (Ferrum—Football), Jaylon Morris (Presbyterian—Football), Ajani Tonge (Presbyterian—Football), John Crim (Ferrum—Football), DeMarcus Craft (Ferrum—Football), Craig Cash (Ferrum—Football), Alex Haigler (Hiram—Football), DJ Skelton (Liberty—Football), CJ Barnes (Gardner Webb—Football)

Fine Arts and Performing Arts

NAHS/NJAHS Juried Exhibition (2018):
Congratulations to Jasmine Flora—her photograph “Fierce” was selected for national exhibition (66 chosen out of 1,160 submissions).

Band Performance Ratings (SCBDA Outstanding Performance Award):
Congratulations to SV Band students receiving Superior/Excellent/Good ratings (students listed in your source, including Will Norris, Tyrell Fleshman, Dawn Nguyen, Elizabeth Dillon, Jane McCallum, and more).

Orchestra Solo & Ensemble (SCMEA | Longleaf MS):
Congratulations to orchestra students earning Excellent/Superior ratings (Lucy Ellisor, Rebecca Isherwood, Caleena Greene, Sarah Swan, Sharon Johns, Kayla Hunter, Jasiah Tippett, Maxwell Williams, Spandana Anchoori, Ronit Pathak, Tyson Ansani, Matthew Li, Erik Daquilanea, Tierra Simmons, Sylvia Brown, Carolina Kim).

Piccolo Spoleto Festival (Charleston):
Congratulations to Ella Rescigno, named a “Rising Star Musical Solo Vocalist.”

Carnegie Hall Performance:
SV Choir performed Faure Requiem with 150 singers. Phillips Gilchrist and Zachary Young were accepted into Brevard College’s music education/voice program with top vocal scholarships.

Honor Orchestras / Bands / Choir Recognition:

• Richland 2 Honor Orchestra (2018): Matthew Li, Caleena Greene, Aaron Pearson, Sarah Swan, Tyson Ansani, Jasiah Tippett, Kayla Hunter, Ethan Sosa, Mahogany McCreary, Morgan Miller, Sylvia Brown

• SC American Choral Directors Association / Honors Choir & District Honors: Listed in your source.

Scholastic Art & Writing (National Silver Key):
Congratulations to Spencer O’Connor for earning a National Silver Key for “Yellow Fever.”

Student Leadership, Competitions, and School Recognition

Quiz Bowl Champions:
SV Quiz Bowl won the State Championship of Academics (HS Division One) (members listed: Jasdeep Singh, Isak Jatoi, Jareer Imran, Fatima Jatoi, Atifah Jatoi). Also won the Midlands Collaboration Tournament and advanced to the state tournament.

FBLA State Leadership Conference Awards:
Multiple placements listed in your source (including 1st/2nd/4th placements across events).

Million Women Mentors–SC:
Congratulations to Bridgette Ravindra, selected as a student lead.

Magnet Schools of America:
Spring Valley (Discovery & Explorations Magnet Programs) named a National Magnet School of Excellence (Merit Award).

JROTC and Military Recognition

Air Force JROTC (Unit SC-064):

• Earned Distinguished Unit with Merit Award (2017–2018)

• Received the highest possible inspection rating: “Exceeds Standards”

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2016–2017

Schoolwide Recognition and Support

• Global Education Excellence Award (EF Exchange Year): Spring Valley received the EF High School Exchange Year Global Education Excellence Award for commitment to international understanding and global awareness.

• Automotive Technology Program Support: Congratulations to the SV Automotive Technology Program for receiving $35,000 in support over the last 9 years from the Capitol City Corvette Club.

• State Ranking (Niche): Niche ranked Spring Valley as the 11th best high school in South Carolina (out of 217).

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Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• National Merit Scholarship Winner (2017): Congratulations to Frederick A. Drescher IV.

• National Merit Scholarship Winners (2017): Congratulations to Jenning Chen, Albert Huang, and Tanvi Mehta.

• National Merit Scholarship Finalists (2017): Congratulations to Jacob H. Brock, Jenning N. Chen, Frederick A. Drescher IV, Wenxin Fan, Albert L. Huang, Luke Marazzo, Tanvi M. Mehta, Elaine R. Patterson, Lisa C. Qu, Sanjay R. Ravindra, and Rishishankar E. Suresh.

• National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists (2017): Congratulations to Zane O’Mara, Frederick Drescher, Rishishankar Suresh, Christopher Juhn, Jacob Brock, Albert Huang, Sanjay Ravindra, Anson Bidwell, Luke Marazzo, Elaine Patterson, Sirila Padi, Jenning Chen, Madison Lynch, Tanvi Mehta, Wenxin Fan, Lisa Qu, and Abhiraj Gupta.

• U.S. Presidential Scholar (2017): Congratulations to Jenning Chen, named a 2017 U.S. Presidential Scholar.

• U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Candidates (2017): Congratulations to Jenning N. Chen, Frederick Drescher, Abhiraj Gupta, Albert L. Huang, Tanvi M. Mehta, Lisa C. Qu, and Sanjay F. Ravindra.

• Regeneron STS (Semifinalist): Congratulations to Luke Marazzo, named a semifinalist in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

• Perfect Scores & Top Testing:

  • ACT 36: Congratulations to Isaac Lee, Frederick Drescher, and Albert Huang for earning perfect composite scores of 36.

  • SAT 800: Congratulations to Vinita Cheepurupalli (SAT Math + SAT Reading 800s) and Albert Huang (perfect score on Chemistry SAT).

  • ACT WorkKeys Platinum: Congratulations to Sanjay Ravindra and Lauren Groseclose.

• AP Calculus BC Perfect Score (Worldwide): Congratulations to Jenning Chen—the only female and one of 11 worldwide to earn a perfect score.

• USA Biology Olympiad (Semifinalist): Congratulations to Jacob Brock—one of only two qualifiers in South Carolina.

• Serious Young Writers Workshop: Congratulations to MiKayla Turner, selected to participate at Columbia College.

• Science & Engineering Fair Recognition:

  • USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair: Congratulations to 54 Discovery students who competed.

  • Special congratulations to Vinita Cheepurupalli for a Silver Medal/Second Place Grand Award and selection to compete at I-SWEEEP in Houston.

• SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS): Congratulations to SV Discovery magnet students earning 43 awards, with Casey Carter, Elizabeth Bickel, Elizabeth Dillon, Elaine Patterson, and Aman Pitalia each earning 1st place in both written paper and oral presentation categories (as noted).

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Career Readiness and Student Programs

• Business Plan Competition (2017): Congratulations to winners:

  • 1st Place: Son Tran

  • 2nd Place: Da’Quan Dewitt

  • 3rd Place: Faizan Vhora

• FBLA Highlights:

  • State Leadership Conference: Congratulations to SV FBLA students placing in the top 10 in all categories; Zhane’ Bradley and Taylor Jeter advanced to Nationals (as noted), along with Morgan Benson, Amina Wallace, Siarah Wilson, and Keiyona Jordon.

  • FBLA District II Conference Placements: Notable winners included Taylor Jeter (Business Law—1st), Zhane’ Bradley (Graphic Design—1st), Siarah Wilson (Intro to IT—1st), plus additional placements listed in your notes.

• Technology Student Association (TSA): Congratulations to TSA students for bringing home 4 trophies at the SC TSA Conference, including:

  • Children’s Stories (3rd): Tyson Ansani, Jackson McFadden, Alyssa Williams

  • Prepared Presentation (2nd): Elaine Patterson

  • VEX Robotics (1st Robot Skills + 1st Elimination): Paul Dubberly, Murray McDaniel, Elaine Patterson, Nithin Saravanapandian

• NCWIT/IT-oLogy Recognition: Congratulations to Elaine Patterson for receiving awards for Aspirations in Computing and National Aspirations in Computing.

• Scholarships & Awards:

  • South Carolina Teaching Fellow: Congratulations to Bianca Gilyard.

  • NTHS/HOSA Scholarship: Congratulations to Alyssa Hathorne.

  • Dream Keeper Scholarship: Congratulations to Amina Wallace.

  • Parchment Scholarships: Congratulations to Aspen Evans, Meredith Kimmer, Maya Ingram, and Sunshine Spiva.

  • Jefferson Award (February): Congratulations to Tylar Watson.

  • Turnaround Student (2017): Congratulations to Savannah Medina.

  • Eagle Scout Award: Congratulations to Jeffrey R. O’Keefe.

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Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• Orchestra (SCMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival): Congratulations to SV Orchestra students for earning Good, Excellent, and Superior ratings across solo and chamber performances (full groupings listed in your notes).

• Orchestras (SCMEA Concert Performance Assessment): Congratulations to the SV Orchestras for earning Excellent ratings in String & Concert Orchestras and Superior ratings in Chamber Orchestra.

• Band (SCBDA State Concert Performance Assessment): Congratulations to SV Band students—Concert Band and Symphonic Band earned Superior ratings with Distinction.

• All-State / Region Music Honors:

  • SC All-State Band: Congratulations to Chris Juhn, Gloria Kim, Timothy Johnson, and Jane McCallum.

  • SC All-State Orchestra: Congratulations to Cassidy Johnson.

  • SC All-State Choir: Congratulations to Phillip Gilchrist, Zachary Cunningham, Zachary Young, and Zane O’Mara.

  • District Honor Choir: Congratulations to the students selected for 2016–2017 District Honor Choir (names listed in your notes).

• Chorus Festival Ratings: Congratulations to Chorus 2 and Chorus 3 for earning Superior sight-reading ratings and Excellent performance ratings (as noted).

• Scholastic Art (National Winners | 2017): Congratulations to:

  • Jenning Chen (Gold Medal—Photography, Crushed)

  • Alekhya Mitta (Silver Medal—Drawing & Illustration, Chocolate Bunny)

  • Madeleine Parker (Silver Medal—Drawing & Illustration, Brenda)

• Spring Valley Art Show (2017): Congratulations to all student award recipients—highlighted winners include:

  • Best in Show: Austen Money

  • Plus 1st/2nd/3rd/HM awards across AP One Person Show, Media Arts, Art 1–3, 3-D, Painting, Printmaking, and Photography (as listed in your notes).

• Youth Art Month (State Winner): Congratulations to Madeleine Parker for winning the 2017 state Youth Art Month competition with Draco.

• Governor’s School for the Arts: Congratulations to Austen Money, accepted into the program.

• Poetry Publication: Congratulations to Zharia Casteal—poem Bleeding Black Pride accepted for publication in Pegasus.

• Poetry Out Loud: Congratulations to Alyssa Williams (SVHS winner; advanced to regional competition) and for competing at the state finals (as noted).

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Athletics

• Football (Season Opener Win): Spring Valley opened the 2016 season with a 21–13 win over Fort Mill on August 19, 2016 (as noted).

• Cross Country: SVHS Boys Cross Country won the Coaches Classic Invitational Championship Division for the second year in a row (and 3rd time in 4 years), competing against 58 schools in the division.

• Swim (Region Championship): Congratulations to Viking Swim Teams—Girls 2nd, Boys 3rd at the AAAAA Region Championship Meet.

• Athletic Signings: Congratulations to student-athletes signing to play in college, including:

  • Chase Hayes (Baseball — USC Sumter)

  • Ronald Hollins (Baseball — USC Lancaster)

  • Adam Duckett (Soccer — USC Aiken)

  • LaDarius Jefferson (Football — Concordia University)

  • Alexis Edgerton (Softball — Presbyterian College)

  • Plus additional signings listed: Shaun Moore, De’Prince Haynes, Paul Stokes, Elbert Turner, Myles Taylor, Jullian Watson (as noted).

• Recruiting Spotlight: Congratulations to Channing Tindall, who received an offer from the USC Gamecocks (as noted).

• Player of the Week Honors: Congratulations to:

  • Shalyn Jacobs (WLTX Player of the Week)

  • Jordan Stiffler (WLTX Player of the Week)

  • Plus additional weekly honors noted (CiCi’s Pizza Players of the Week and others).

• Golf Match Highlight: Payton Starmach led the Vikings with a 5-over 41 in a featured match win (as noted).

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JROTC, Drill, and School Spirit

• JROTC Top Gun Drill Competition: Congratulations to SVHS JROTC Drill Team—8 trophies and 4th place overall at McEntire Joint National Guard Base.

• Drill Team Success: Congratulations to the Viking Drill Team for multiple major placements, including:

  • 2nd place at the Irmo Drill Meet

  • 1st & 2nd in eight events at the Fierce Fox Challenge Drill Meet

  • 2nd place overall and 4 first-place finishes at the Tiger Drill Meet (Clemson University)

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Staff Recognition

• District Teacher of the Year (2017): Congratulations to Regina Dilley, named Richland Two’s 2017 District Teacher of the Year (also noted as a district finalist and later SVHS Teacher of the Year recognition in your list).

• Distinguished Teaching Award (NCGE): Congratulations to MaryAnn Sansonetti-Wood, recipient of the Distinguished Teaching Award (K–12) from the National Council for Geographic Education.

• SVHS Teacher of the Year (2016–2017): Congratulations to Mr. David Allison, named Teacher of the Year.

• Midlands Champions / Junior Champions on the Move: Congratulations to Mr. Ishmael Brown, selected as an honoree (as noted).

• SV Education Foundation Grants: Congratulations to grant recipients:

  • Mini Grants: Kim Bouchey, MaryAnn Sansonetti-Wood, Sandra Wells, Venesia Johnson, Daronda Blassingame, Adrienne Zweimiller, Denise Stiffler

  • Wishing Well: Susan Arling and Jennifer Hutter

• Dr. Patrick Hawkins Highlights: Congratulations to Dr. Hawkins for professional recognition and performances, including new recordings/releases and featured work (as noted), plus joining a new Early Music trio with a debut recital announcement.

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2015–2016

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• National Merit Scholarships: Congratulations to Krishna T. Gorrepati and Samuel H. Bell, recipients of National Merit Scholarships.

• National Merit Finalists (2016): Congratulations to Sam Bell, Krishna Gorrepati, Matthew Greene, Priscilla Li, Teebro Rahman, Rakib Siddique, Dorothy Grace Smith, and Matthew White.

• National Merit Semifinalists (2016): Congratulations to Samuel Bell, Krishna Gorrepati, Matthew Greene, Priscilla Li, Teebro Rahman, Rakib Siddique, Dorothy Smith, and Matthew White.

• Intel Science Talent Search Semifinalists (2016): Congratulations to Krishna Gorrepati and Mohammad Arammash (the only two students in South Carolina to receive this honor).

• Coca-Cola Scholar ($20,000): Congratulations to Krishna Gorrepati, named a 2016 Coca-Cola Scholar.

• Perfect SAT/ACT Scores: Congratulations to students earning perfect scores, including Krishna Gorrepati, Grace Smith, Matthew White, Amanda Irizarri Gonzalez, Joseph Ravan, Priscilla Li, Dylan Burke, Andres Pineda, Noah Fechter, Sanjay Ravindra, Priyanka Rao, Elaine Patterson, Abhiraj Gupta, Tanvi Mehta, Jenning Chen, and Vinita Cheepurupalli.

• Presidential Scholars Candidates (2016): Congratulations to Dorothy Grace Smith and Matthew White.

• Poetry Out Loud: Congratulations to Destiny Lewis, selected as a state finalist (and later noted as the winner), with Lydia Stewart named Runner-Up.

• National History Day (SC): Congratulations to Vinita Cheepurupalli, 1st place for her individual website project Penicillin: The Unexpected Encounter of a Miracle Drug.

• International Conference Presentation: Congratulations to Discovery sophomore Vinita Cheepurupalli for presenting her research paper Comparison of SVD and FFT in Image Compression at an international conference.

Academics, STEM, and Competitions

• Clemson Calculus Challenge: Congratulations to the SVH Calculus Math Team for major wins, including strong individual placements for Albert Huang and Jenning Chen, plus team awards.

• Coastal Carolina University Math Contest: Congratulations to SV students named overall school winner and earning 1st Place (Level 2), including Kayla O’Grady, Preston Carlton, Bridgette Ravindra, Erin Blalock, Shubhanjali Minhas, Jenning Chen, Albert Huang, Brennan Ravan, Vinita Cheepurupalli, Paul Dubberly, and Hanamei Shao.

• U.S. Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) State Winners: Congratulations to Discovery 9th grade teams

  • 1st Place: “Simply Southern Scientists” — Elizabeth Bickel, Erin Blalock, Sreya Varanasi

  • 2nd Place: “EnviroCom” — Elizabeth Dillon, Sydney Hannibal, Gillian Patton

• Robotics (Green & Gold Robotics):

  • Competed at the CREATE U.S. Open Robotics Championship (finished 36th out of 82).

  • Won multiple awards including Excellence Award at SC TSA State Conference and other recognition.

• USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair: Congratulations to Discovery students earning 59 awards (as noted).

• SC Junior Academy of Science (SCJAS): Congratulations to Discovery magnet students earning 47 awards (as noted).

• Junior Science & Humanities Symposium (JSHS): Congratulations to Spring Valley staff and students recognized at the state level (including Teacher of the Year honors).

Athletics

• State Track Meet Qualifiers: Congratulations to Jordan Bruner, Chris Staudt, Prince Howard, Javondii Myers, Mikayla Turner, Amaryah White, Ti’Ayla Landsdowne, Lanesa Mahon, and Dominique Hill (alternate).

• North/South All-Star Selections:

  • Breanna Martinez (North/South All-Star game)

  • Caroline Herrera (North/South All-Star Girls Soccer Team)

  • Christian Hithe and Donte Bruner (SC vs NC All-Star game)

• Lady Vikings State Champions: Congratulations to the Lady Vikings — 2016 AAAA State Championship.

• Wrestling: Congratulations to Kadarius Bunch for winning 2nd Place at the SC State Wrestling Tournament; plus additional SV wrestling qualifiers and Lower State qualifiers noted.

• Basketball Recognition:

  • Christian Hithe, Shantay Taylor, Dominique Hill selected to the All-Region Team (with Hithe earning “Player of the Year” as noted).

  • SV Varsity Boys Basketball: win over Westwood (72–59) and noted Co-Region recognition.

  • SV Lady Vikings: Region Championship (as noted).

• College Athletic Signings: Congratulations to student-athletes signing to continue academics/athletics (multiple signings listed across sports), including:

  • Dominique Hill (Girls Basketball — Converse College)

  • Gabrielle Coward (Girls Lacrosse — Erskine College)

  • Breanna Seawell (Girls Lacrosse — Erskine College)

  • Mark Duroux (Baseball — USC-Sumter)

  • Plus additional student-athlete signings listed in your notes.

Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• Band (SCBDA Solo & Ensemble Clinic): Congratulations to SVH Band students earning Superior ratings and an Outstanding Performance Award (full roster provided in your notes).

• Region Band Placement: Congratulations to students earning Region Band placements (names listed in your notes).

• Orchestra + Band Festivals: Congratulations to SVH Orchestra and SVH Band students receiving Superior Ratings in multiple festival settings (as noted).

• Choral Recognition: Congratulations to SV Viking Singers and chorus students earning Superior ratings and district selections (as noted).

• Clemson Declamation Contest: Congratulations to World Language students earning medals and representing Spring Valley (as listed).

• Visual Arts: Congratulations to:

  • Students recognized at the Scholastics Southeastern Regional Level (Gold/Silver Key and Honorable Mentions listed in your notes).

  • Ethan Drake — artwork selected for the district collection.

  • SV Visual Art Showcase winners (noted in your list).

• Rising Star Artist: Congratulations to Madeleine Parker, selected by Piccolo Spoleto as a Rising Star Artist.

Career Readiness, Organizations, and Student Programs

• Business Plan Competition (2016): Congratulations to:

  • 1st Place: Ashley Allen-Walkes

  • 2nd Place: Carlos Marquez-Hernandez

  • 3rd Place: Mia Wooden

• AFJROTC Sword of Excellence Award (2016): Congratulations to Spring Valley AFJROTC for receiving this top unit honor (as noted).

• Palmetto Boys State (2016): Congratulations to Todd Thomas, Brandon Jackson, and Mark Lawhorn.

• TRI-M Music Honor Society Inductees: Congratulations to Cassidy Johnson, Veronica McLean, Alyssia Mitchell, and Alan Port.

• AVID Honor Roll: Congratulations to SVH AVID students earning Honor Roll (quarters listed in your notes).

• Teaching Fellows Scholarship: Congratulations to Harley White, selected for the Teaching Fellows Scholarship at Columbia College.

• Sparkleberry Country Fair Scholarships: Congratulations to Joel Dickey, Makayla Woodford, Ainsley Cherubin, Pranathi Meda, and Austin Wiesehahn.

Staff Recognition

• National Geographic Certified Educator: Congratulations to MaryAnn Sansonetti-Wood.

• Library of Congress Summer Teacher Institute: Congratulations to Susan Adams, library media specialist, selected to attend the 2016 Institute.

• Outstanding Bandmaster: Congratulations to band director Mr. David Allison, recognized by Phi Beta Mu.

• National Tutoring Association Leadership: Congratulations to Ishmael Brown, selected as President-Elect and awarded Board Member of the Year (as noted).

• Teacher of the Year: Congratulations to Layne Bee, named 2015–16 Teacher of the Year.

• National Presentations/Invitations: Congratulations to staff recognized for national-level presentations and honors (as listed)

Spring Valley Viking Highlights | 2014–2015

Academics, STEM, and National Recognition

• South Carolina Stockholm Junior Water Prize (State Winner): Congratulations to Rakib Siddique.

• International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF): Congratulations to Discovery students Grace Smith, Jacob Cooney, and Tanvi Mehta for attending ISEF in Pittsburgh.

  • Special congratulations to Grace Smith for earning 3rd place in the world in Behavioral and Social Sciences (as noted).

• I-SWEEEP (International Competition): Congratulations to Discovery student Krishna Gorrepati, selected for the opening ceremony and recognized for his research project (as noted).

• National Merit $2500 Scholarship Winners: Congratulations to Richard R. Chen and Song H. Lee.

• The Washington Post Recognition: Spring Valley High School named one of America’s Most Challenging High Schools (as noted).

• Carson Scholar (2015): Congratulations to Anthony Frederick.

• National Achievement Scholarship Winners / Finalists: Congratulations to students recognized at the national level (as listed in your notes).

• Perfect SAT/ACT Scores: Congratulations to students earning perfect SAT section scores and perfect ACT score achievements (as listed in your notes).

Athletics

• Athletic Signings: Congratulations to student-athletes signing across sports (basketball, football, volleyball, track & field, baseball, softball) including the eight signings listed in your notes.

• Boys Track & Field: Congratulations to the team on a 6th place finish at the State Track Meet (as noted).

• Girls Basketball State Championship: Congratulations to the Spring Valley Lady Vikings — Class 4A State Champions (as noted).

• McDonald’s All American: Congratulations to P.J. Dozier, selected to the McDonald’s All American Boys West Team.

• Player of the Week: Congratulations to student-athletes recognized as WLTX Player of the Week (as noted).

Fine Arts and Performing Arts

• Band (SCBDA Solo & Ensemble Clinic): Congratulations to band students earning Superior and Excellent ratings (full roster and groupings provided in your notes).

• Orchestra: Congratulations to orchestra students and ensembles earning Superior/Excellent ratings across SCMEA events (as noted), plus statewide invitations to perform (as noted).

• Choral: Congratulations to the Viking Singers and chorus students selected for district honor chorus and earning strong festival ratings (as noted).

• Art Recognition:

  • Congratulations to art students with work selected for statewide exhibits and competitions (as listed).

  • Congratulations to Spring Valley Art Show award recipients (noted as 40+ awards in your list).

  • Scholastic Art/Writing awards for SVHS students (as listed).

• Declamation / World Languages: Congratulations to students earning medals and awards in French and other languages (as noted).

Student Leadership, Programs, and School Pride

• Student Council Officers Elected (2015–2016): Congratulations to the full slate of student leaders elected (names listed in your notes).

• eCYBERMISSION STEM Competition (State Winners): Congratulations to Discovery Freshman Teams:

  • “The Purifiers” — Alyssa Brunson, Sarayu Parise, Sreeja Varanasi

  • “Banana Squad” — Jasmine Flora, Mika McAnally, Spencer O’Connor

• Robotics (Green & Gold Robotics): Congratulations to the robotics team for strong finishes, awards, and VEX competition placements (as noted).

• Career & Technology Education Students of the Quarter: Congratulations to students recognized each quarter (lists included in your notes).

• National Technical Honor Society (NTHS): Congratulations to the students inducted (full list included in your notes).

Staff Recognition

• Teacher of the Year: Congratulations to art teacher Kara Luke, named 2014–15 Teacher of the Year.

• Coaching Recognition: Congratulations to coaches recognized for excellence and leadership (as noted).

• National Board Certification: Congratulations to staff recognized for National Board Certification and renewals (as listed).