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Monday, June 30, 2014

ATHLETICS Highlight: SC State Announces Signing Simpson

Class of 2014 graduate Taylor Simpson is in South Carolina State University's Bulldog Zone newspaper.  His new track and field coach, Tim Langford, feels Taylor will "add depth to the distance runners on both the cross country and track and field teams."  We are so proud of Taylor and can't wait to hear more about his accomplishments at SC State.  To read the article, click on the image.

Sunday, June 29, 2014

REMINDER: School Closed This Week

In observance of Independence Day, we will be closed June 30th through July 4th.  We will reopen for our regular Summer hours on Monday, July 7th at 8:00 AM.  Have a safe holiday.

Saturday, June 28, 2014

ATHLETICS Focus: Blazer Football Goes To Summer Camp


The Blazer football team speaks to and demonstrates their skills to the participants in the Lake Carolina Elementary summer program.

ACADEMICS Focus: Need A Transcript?

Are you a current student or graduate of Ridge View?  Need a transcript for college, a scholarship, or the NCAA?  Please click on the image to go to the Parchment website and to submit your request.

Friday, June 27, 2014

AT THE VIEW Recap (Spring 2014) Now Available

For your enjoyment, AT THE VIEW has produced a special edition newsletter which complies our 2014 Spring events and accomplishments!!  Click on the image to access the newsletter.  You can also view it and other news via the Quick Link buttons on the Ridge View website.

ACADEMICS: Biohealth Magnet Student Completes Her Internship

Kiera Royster, a Biohealth Magnet student had the opportunity to intern in her career of choice, an RN in Respiratory Therapy at Providence Hospital on Forest Drive.  Many thanks to Providence Hospital and for their support of our future healthcare workers!!!

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Closed the Week of June 30th

In observance of Independence Day, we will be closed the week of June 30th.  We will reopen for regular Summer hours on Monday, July 7th at 8:00 AM.  Have a safe holiday.

ATHLETICS Highlight: Cadets Attend in Junior Olympics

On June 24th, our JROTC cadets participated in the U.S. National Junior Olympic Championship.  They begin the first day with a relay.  On the second day, the cadets will attend the CMP U.S. National 3 Position Air Rifle championship.  The cadets who compete in this event are the 1op 150 sporter class shooters.  We look forward to hearing more about their results and wish them good luck in the championships. If you want to check out the target images, please click on the image.

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Have You Turned In Your Proof of Residence?

Richland School District Two schools are currently conducting the annual proof of residence for all Richland School District Two students. In order to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted transition from the 2013-2014 school year to the 2014-2015 school year, we urge you to bring/send/scan in your proof-of-residence for your RVHS Blazer.  The Guidance Department will accept either an electric, landline phone, cable, or water bill as proof-of-residence.  If you would like more information, click on the image.

ACADEMICS Focus: Need An ACT Waiver

The deadline to sign up for the September 13th ACT is August 8th.  If you received a waiver from Ms. Bishop before the end of the 2013-14 school term, then it is valid for the September test.  If you were unable to obtain a waiver before the end of the school year, you will need to apply for Free/Reduced lunch for the 2014-15 school year first.  Once school begins and the Guidance Department receives your approval for free/reduced lunch, you can get your waivers.  New waivers will be available at the beginning of August.  You may want to begin checking with the Guidance Department during the last week of July to see if they received the new waivers.

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Don't Forget To Vote Today!

Don't forget to vote in the runoffs today.  The race for the state superintendent of education remains in the spotlight.  Based on the June 10th primaries we have candidates on the ballot from both the Democratic and Republican parties.  The Democratic candidates are Sheila Gallagher and Tom Thompson.  The Republican candidates are Sally Atwater and Molly Spearman.  

Even if you did not vote in the primary, you can vote today.  If you did not vote on June 10th, you have the choice of voting in either the Democratic or Republican runoff.  You will not be able to vote in both.  If you did vote in the primary, you must vote in the same party for the runoff.

Please remember your vote is important.  The next state superintendent will set the direction for public education in our state for the next four years.  Please encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to vote today.  Polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.  And again YOUR VOTE COUNTS!!

Admission Requirements for 4-year SC Public Colleges


If you are planning to attend a South Carolina 4-year public college, you must meet the following admission requirements:
  • 4 units of English
  • 4 units of Mathematics
  • 3 units of Laboratory Science
  • 2 units of same Foreign Language
  • 3 units of Social Science
  • 1 unit of Fine Arts
  • 1 unit of an Elective
  • 1 unit of Physical Education or JROTC
To review the specific courses required for each subject and other admission requirements for South Carolina public colleges, please click the image above.  Additional information can be found at The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education’s website at http://www.che.sc.gov.  If you have any questions about these requirements, please contact the Guidance Department at 803.699.2999 ext. 298.

ACADEMICS Spotlight: Kaplan's Summer Event Series


Monday, June 23, 2014

ATHLETICS Highlight: Bush Named One of the 5 Great Girls

Congrats to Arlicia Bush.  She is named in The State as one of the "Five Other Great Girls" in an article about an athlete from Heathwood.  We are so proud of what she has accomplished during the 2013-14 school year and look forward to watching her shine next school term and in the future.  Click the image to read the article.

ACADEMICS Focus: Requirements For A High School Diploma

A student in high school needs a minimum of 24 credits to graduate from high school.  The credits are divided into the following categories: 
  • 4 credits of English/Language Arts
  • 4 credits of Mathematics
  • 3 credits of Science (see Statement 1 below)
  • 3 credits of Social Studies, includes the following:
    • 1 credit of U.S. History and Constitution 
    • 0.5 credits of Economics
    • 0.5 credits of U.S. Government 
    • 1.0 credits of any other Social Studies course 
  • 1 credit of Physical Education (or JROTC)
  • 1 credit of Computer Science (including Keyboarding)
  • 1 credits of Foreign Language or Career & Technology Education (see Statement 2 below)
  • 0.5 credits of Health
  • 6.5 credits of Elective courses 
  1. Students entering South Carolina public high schools in the Fall of 2011 or thereafter must pass Biology to earn a diploma. 
  2. To meet the state high school diploma requirements for students in a college preparatory program, one unit must be earned in a foreign language.  Most four-year colleges and universities require at least two units of the same foreign language; and many are now requiring three units of the same foreign language.  For students in a career and technology program, one unit must be earned in occupational education. 
  3. Students must demonstrate proficiency in computer literacy before graduation. 
If you have any questions about high school graduation requirements, please contact the Guidance Office at 803.699.2999 ext. 298.

Sunday, June 22, 2014

ATHLETICS Highlight: Cross Country Practice At Sandhills

This is just a reminder that conditioning and Saturday morning workouts will be held at Sandhills for the remainder of the summer.  Please check the Cross Country calender for practice times.  Also don't forget to send your mileage every weekend.

JROTC Cadets Attend Leadership Challenge

A positive attitude is all that matters!
Major England and First Sergeant Cannon attended Fort Jackson's JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge along with 14 of their cadets from June 9th to June 15th.  The JCLC is designed to develop leadership skills and foster the team building concept while improving a Cadet's self-esteem. Some of the events included rapelling tasks, obstacle course, high ropes/low ropes, canoeing, drown proofing (constructing raft), using a compass, map reading, recognizing military rank, first aid, ACT/SAT questions, JROTC knowledge questions, and the Cadet Creed. The Cadets were also assigned to a company with other JROTC Cadets from throughout South Carolina, which provided them with an opportunity to meet other Cadets and share knowledge of their program. The mission and goal of JROTC were constantly enforced. The mission of JROTC is to "motivate young people to be better citizens" while the goal is for them to "graduate high school." Our Cadets proudly represented Ridge View and the Blazer Battalion. Aaahoooah!!!  To read more about the challenge click, here.  More pictures can also be found on our Flickr page.
Back Row (L-R): Deion Pitts, Logan Eastman, Nichelle Rodriguez, Malik Hamilton, Joseph Guider, Maxwell Scott, Jasmine Roberts, Jonathan Smith, Miles Baldwin, & Tremayne Davies.
Front Row (L-R): Harry King, Akila Webb, Major (Ret.) Gene England, Tarik Hamilton & Nia Brown.

Saturday, June 21, 2014

ACADEMIC Focus: What Do I Need To Get Promoted?

Grade classification and advisory assignments are based on the following:

  • 9th grade: Promotion from the 8th grade
  • 10th grade: 5 units to include 1 English credit and 1 Mathematics credit
  • 11th grade: 12 units to include 2 English and 2 Mathematics credits
  • 12th grade: 18 units to include 3 English and 3 Mathematics credits
No more than 2.5 units may be applied for any one summer school period.  No more than 1 course in English or Mathematics (new or review) may be taken during a regular school year without authorization from the principal.

ACADEMICS Focus: Scholars Students on WISTV Tomorrow

Scholars students at recent State House rally
in support of a new trial for George Stinney
On Sunday, June 22nd, Scholars Academy students Kiana Sweatt and Aaliyah Harrell will appear on the WIS television show Awareness at 11 am as part of a panel discussing the requested re-opening of the George Stinney case. Stinney, the youngest person to be executed in the state of South Carolina, is believed by some to be innocent of the crimes he was convicted of. An advocacy group has requested a new trial from the state of South Carolina and is awaiting word on whether or not that will happen. Sophomore Scholars Academy Magnet students studied the case as part of their Research I class and have become advocates for social justice through what they have learned.

Friday, June 20, 2014

ACADEMICS Focus: Sweatt in WIS Story About Stinney Case

Check out the WISTV story about the support of reopening the George Stinney case. In this story, Ridge View Scholars Academy sophomore Kianna Sweatt was interviewed about her opinion of the George Stinney. Click on the image to view the video.
Katherine Robinson, younger sister of George Stinney

ACADEMICS Focus: Horton Interviewed by WLTX

Check out the WLTX story about the rally at the S.C. State House in support of reopening the George Stinney case. In this story, Ridge View's Myckenzie Horton was interviewed about our Scholars Academy magnet students role in support of George Stinney. Click on the image to view the video.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Today Show Coverage of Saving Eliza

News of the O'Neill family's attempt to save their daughter Eliza by raising money to fund researching a cure for Sanfilippo Syndrome made it on to the Today Show this week. To watch the Today Show's coverage click on the image. For more information on how you can help, please visit http://www.gofundme.com/ElizaONeill.

ACADEMICS Focus: Scholars Students Rally at State House

On Monday, June 16th, the Scholars Academy sophomores attended a rally at the S.C. State House in support of reopening the George Stinney case. Stinney, the youngest person to be executed in the state of South Carolina, is believed by some to be innocent of the crimes for which he was convicted.  An advocacy group requested a new trial from the state of South Carolina and is awaiting word on whether or not that will happen.

The students spent the semester studying the case as part of their Research I class, and will continue advocacy work related to the case in the fall.  The students were interviewed by WIS.  The links to each broadcast are below.
WIS News - Live at 5 Interview                                  WIS News 7:00 Report                                WIS Sunrise Report

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

REMINDER: Facilities Survey - We Need Your Input!!


We've had a busy and successful year at The View, filled with many joyful moments and a few sad ones.  But our spirits are strong; and we remain vigilant and hopeful for the future of our students and our school.  With that in mind, we need you help in completing a brief survey regarding the facilities at Ridge View.

Please click on the image above to access the survey.  Also, share this post with your Ridge View student, since we would like to include their voices in our decisions.  The survey asks you to rate several potential upgrades and renovations according to priority, from 1 = "Not important" to 5 = "Very important".  In the final question, we ask that you list any additional facilities concerns you may have but were not listed in the survey.

We ask that you complete this survey today if you have not already done so.  Thank you for your continued support of Ridge View High School.  If you are unable to complete the form online, please contact Allen Upchurch, one of our Assistant Principals, by phone (803.699.2999 ext. 234) or by email (aupchurc@richland2.org).

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

ACADEMIC Focus: Blazer Academy Welcomes the Class of 2018!

The Blazer Academy is a one-year program that strives to help our freshmen make a positive transition into high school.  The Academy fosters strong parent-teacher-student relationships through consistent communication and monitoring of students' progress academically, emotionally, and socially.  The lead teacher, Ms. Sharon James, and the administrators, Mr. Allen Upchurch and Mrs. Laura Peterson, not only hold high expectations for students' learning and social development, but adopt a caring and supportive approach to student problems.

On June 6th, the Blazer Academy held a Parent meeting for the Class of 2018 in which they explained the program, discussed the keys to a successful freshmen year, and presented the English and Math summer requirements for all freshmen.  If you missed this meeting, you can view their presentation by clicking on the image.   The Summer Math Calendars, which are due at the first week of school, are also available on the Blazer Academy website.

ACADEMICS Spotlight: Kaplan's Summer Event Series


Monday, June 16, 2014

COMMUNITY: #SavingEliza Postponed Until Tuesday, June 17th

Due to other breaking news, the Today Show, NBC's morning show will feature Eliza's story tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17th.

Ridge View's Offices & Programs Relocate For The Summer


Starting today, all offices and summer programs located in the main building of Ridge View will be relocated to the M-Wing for the summer.  The phone numbers to these offices will remain the same.  To see a list of the relocations, please click the image above.  We ask all parents and guests to park in B-lot, which is the parking lot next to the M-Wing.  All RV faculty, staff, coaches, students, and athletes should park in the Bus Lot.  

Beginning June 23rd the C, D, and E parking lots will be resurfaced.  So the gates to these parking lots will be locked.  Signs will be placed on all the gates to notify everyone where they should enter the building.

We want to apologize in advance to everyone for the inconvenience our relocations may cause, but it is all due to facilities upgrades and the beautification of our campus.

June Culture of Excellence Recipients


Ridge View teacher Jeffrey McMicken and the Public Relations Team were awarded the Ridge View Culture of Excellence award for June at our faculty end-of-the-year luncheon on Thursday, June 5th. This award is presented to teachers and staff who have made an exceptional contribution to Ridge View High School in one or more of the following areas: teaching and learning, collegiality, commitment to excellence, work ethic, belief that all children can succeed, and valuing diversity. In addition, they exhibit the four P's of an effective faculty member: Punctual, Positive, Professional and Proactive.  The View is very proud of Mr. McMicken and the PR Team, to include Bob Crowley, Gabriel Fonseca, Brenda Mack-Foxworth, Melissa Myers, and Carla Norton! Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students, parents, and community.

REMINDER: Facilities Survey - We Need Your Input!!


We've had a busy and successful year at The View, filled with many joyful moments and a few sad ones.  But our spirits are strong; and we remain vigilant and hopeful for the future of our students and our school.  With that in mind, we need you help in completing a brief survey regarding the facilities at Ridge View.

Please click on the image above to access the survey.  Also, share this post with your Ridge View student, since we would like to include their voices in our decisions.  The survey asks you to rate several potential upgrades and renovations according to priority, from 1 = "Not important" to 5 = "Very important".  In the final question, we ask that you list any additional facilities concerns you may have but were not listed in the survey.

We ask that you complete this survey by Wednesday, June 18th.  Thank you for your continued support of Ridge View High School.  If you are unable to complete the form online, please contact Allen Upchurch, one of our Assistant Principals, by phone (803.699.2999 ext. 234) or by email (aupchurc@richland2.org).

Sunday, June 15, 2014

COMMUNITY: #SavingEliza Featured on NBC Morning Show

Tomorrow on the Today Show, NBC's morning show, #SavingEliza will be the featured story.  There will be footage of Eliza and the Nationwide Children's Hospital, as well as interviews with her parents.  Ridge View and Eliza's parents would like to thank everyone for supporting Cure for Eliza.

A Parent's Praise

Below is a letter we received from Mrs. Cindy Brown.  Her student is enrolled in the Scholars Academy Magnet.  We want to say thank you Ms. Brown for we are honored by your words of praise.

"Scholars Academy has provided my son with an environment that encourages academic excellence, leadership, and community service.   My son, along with many of his peers, will graduate this year having taken 9 AP classes, as well as a member of the National Honors Society, the Science National Honor Society, and the Beta Club.  The curriculum is rigorous and challenging which prepares the students for the work they will confront in college.  These students are highly motivated, bright, and have a strong work ethic.

The Scholars program provides many opportunities for the student to explore leadership and community service activities as well.  My son participated in various after school events and served as an officer of the Scholars Symposium.  Through this he has learned accountability, time management, and the need to think of others.

Aside from the challenging curriculum, service opportunities, and wonderful teachers, the students develop a core group of friends that share the same work ethic and high standards as your student.  They attend after school functions together, lead study groups, and in general hold each other accountable for their individual success.

Scholars Academy has been a perfect fit for our son; and we have enjoyed seeing his academic and social growth over these past four years.  He is as prepared for college as he can be; and we have the Scholars Academy lead by Nicole Walker and a group of amazing teachers to thank for that. "

--Cindy Brown

FACULTY Kudos: Introducing Co-Author, Nicole Walker


Congratulations goes to Scholars Academy Magnet Director Nicole Walker, who recently co-authored an article with Dr. Mary Styslinger of the University of South Carolina.  The article was published in the Winter 2014 edition of the Journal of Reading Education and is entitled "Teaching in the Third Space: Understanding Pre-Service Teachers' Reading with Incarcerated Youth."

REMINDER: RVHS Summer Camp Opportunities

Ridge View High School believes in the development of the whole child. While academic success is expected of our students, their involvement in extra-curricular activities is equally important. We are committed to providing our youth with the same experience. Our summer programs focus on the 4 A's of Academics, the Arts, Activities and Athletics. Currently, we are offering the following camps.
  • Youth Football Camp, June 14th
  • ACT/SAT Summer Prep Camp, June 16-19th
  • Musical Theatre Summer Intensive for High School, July 21 - August 1
  • Avid Summer Survival Camp, August 4-7th

If interested in these summer camp opportunities, please visit our summer camp website. for additional information.

Saturday, June 14, 2014

Facilities Survey - We Need Your Input!!


We've had a busy and successful year at The View, filled with many joyful moments and a few sad ones.  But our spirits are strong; and we remain vigilant and hopeful for the future of our students and our school.  With that in mind, we need you help in completing a brief survey regarding the facilities at Ridge View.

Please click on the image above to access the survey.  Also, share this post with your Ridge View student, since we would like to include their voices in our decisions.  The survey asks you to rate several potential upgrades and renovations according to priority, from 1 = "Not important" to 5 = "Very important".  In the final question, we ask that you list any additional facilities concerns you may have but were not listed in the survey.

We ask that you complete this survey by Wednesday, June 18th.  Thank you for your continued support of Ridge View High School.  If you are unable to complete the form online, please contact Allen Upchurch, one of our Assistant Principals, by phone (803.699.2999 ext. 234) or by email (aupchurc@richland2.org).

ACADEMICS Spotlight: Scholars Academy Supports George Stinney


The Scholars Academy Magnet Sophomore Research Seminar is putting social justice into practice through an intensive research project on George Stinney, the youngest person in the 20th century to be executed.  Stinney was charged with the first-degree murders of Betty Binnicker and Mary Thames in Alcolu, Clarendon County, South Carolina in 1944.  With no physical evidence or eyewitnesses to the murders, an all white jury, and having his family run out of town while he was on trial, young Stinney was sentenced to the Columbia Penitentiary to be executed by electric chair after a confession, of which there were no written records, was given.  In January, a motion was filed to reopen the case in hopes of exonerating Stinney.  

The students have spent the semester constructing a webpage with resources surrounding the case and have started Twitter and Instagram pages to inform people on the case in hopes of seeing this exoneration come to fruition.  On Wednesday, June 4, members of the Stinney extended family visited students to provide them with documents from the original 1944 trial, as well as relay stories of the family struggles and help provide insight into the needs of the movement today.  The Scholars Academy Magnet Sophomore class hopes to make a difference.  A rally for George Stinney will be held at the State House on Monday, June 16th at 12:30 PM.

Jada Brown Participates in "Showcase Miami 2014"


Jada Alaina Brown, Miss Ridge View 2013-2014, recently traveled to Miami Beach, Florida to participate in the ICE Model Talent Management's "Showcase Miami 2014." Jada is a graduate of the Barbizon Modeling and Acting School and a member of ICE MTM Agency. Jada was a part of the show opener modeling fashions provided by one of the designers at the show. She was presented with a medallion for her participation in the show, and she received "callbacks" from agents for the "new York Film Academy" and "bmg MODELS" who were judges at the showcase! Way to go Jada. The View is proud of YOU!


ATHLETICS Highlight: X-Country Conditioning Has Begun

Cross Country conditioning has already begun, but it is not to late to start working out. All participants must have a physical on file with the school that is date after April 1, 2014. For more information, click on the image. Come join us as we prepare for the 2014 season including our trip to Walt Disney World.

Friday, June 13, 2014

ALUMNI News: RV Alums Make Wofford's Dean's List

Wofford College has just announced that two of our Ridge View Alumni have been recognized for earning a spot on the Dean's List. Congratulations to Jordan Crosby and Adam Wirth!

ALUMNI News: Marino Speaks at Lake Carolina Promotion

Hats off to RVHS Graduate Nicholas Marino.  He finished his freshmen year at the University of South Carolina and was asked to be the guest speaker for Lake Carolina Elementary 5th grade promotion ceremony.  To read his speech, click on the image.  We are so proud of our RVHS Blazer - Class of 2013.

REMINDER: Summer SAT/ACT Camp

This summer Ridge View will have an SAT/ACT Prep Camp for all interested students from June 16-19th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Interested students can contact Nicole Walker at nwalker@richland2.org or click on the image for more information.

Thursday, June 12, 2014

ACADEMICS Spotlight: Kaplan's Summer Event Series


ACT Waivers Correction

Earlier this month, we posted that if you are on Free/Reduced lunch this school year and are interested in taking the ACT Test in September, you needed to pick up a fee waiver from Mrs. Bishop in the College and Career Center.  Unfortunately, these waivers will not arrive to the Guidance Department until late July or early August.  We apologize for the mistake and any inconvenience we may have caused you. Lastly, please do not forget to register for Free/Reduced Lunch for the upcoming year by clicking HERE.

ARTS Focus: End "R" Word Video Used In Training

Recently, Ridge View's Arts Leadership class filmed and produced a video challenging our community to spread the word to end the use of the "R" word.  We are so happy to announce that this video will be added to the employee training at the Midlands Center to explain to their staff why the "R" word is derogatory.  This video,  Brave Arts Leadership 2014, can now be found the home page of our blog or you can click on the image.

ATHLETICS Highlight: RVHS Scholar Athletes

The South Carolina High School League recognized 31 of our seniors as Scholar Athletes for their outstanding athletic and academic achievements. Our Scholar Athletes are Romae Atkinson, Jessica Brown, Lauren Carrizales, Jahleesa Coatie, Morgan Cross, Bria Dantzler, Connor Duheme, Rebecca Ebbrecht, Austin Elsenheimer, Zianne Florit, Jamelia Graham, JenTeal Hampton-Copeland, Corey Jager, Kenneth Johns, Sherman Jones, Chelsea Madden, Christian McKie, Javarrus Mickle, Mallory Michelich, Paolo Milan, Anthony Miranda, Michaela Nelson, Gregory Pilot, Sharese Salters, Jeymaris Sample-Hilerio, Taylor Simmons, Taylor Simpson, Cleveland Smith, Anna White, David White and Danielle Worrell.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

ACADEMICS Spotlight: Atkinson Recieves Women's Leadership Scholarship

Romae Atkinson is truly honored to be this year's recipient of the $1,000 Women's Leadership Scholarship given by Representative Mia McLeod. This is a one-time scholarship that was available to any high school senior, residing in House District 79, and who will be attending a South Carolina university, college or technical college in the fall.  We are so proud of you, Romae.  

ATHLETICS Highlight: Track & Field Award Winners

The Track & Field program recently held their awards ceremony. Visit the Track & Field page at ridgeviewsports for pictures or click on the image to see the 2014 Highlight Video. Congratulations to the following award winners. 

Girls Awards
  • MVP: Arlicia Bush
  • Outstanding Track Athlete: Kelsey Ballou
  • Coaches Award: Faith McKie
  • Team Spirit Award: Johnaida Eliscar
  • Most Improved: Amarrah Cooks
  • Scholar-Athlete Award: Mecca Mason and Mallory Mihelich

Boys Awards
  • MVP: Javarrus Mickle
  • Outstanding Track Athlete: Bakari Hargrave
  • Coaches Award: Cleveland Smith
  • Team Spirit Award: Sherman Jones
  • Most Improved: Carlo Milan
  • Scholar-Athlete Award: Trey Radford

Special Recognitions
  • Arlicia Bush, Amarrah Cooks, Johnaida Eliscar, and Faith McKie: set the state record in the 4x400 Meter Relay in a time of 3:49.07 
  • Javarrus Mickle: set the school record in the discus with a throw of 155' 9".

Class of 2014 Graduation Pictures Are Now Available!!

Pictures of the Class of 2014 Commencement Ceremony can be found in The State online newspaper as well as on the RVHS Flickr page.  Click on the image to access our Flickr page. 

ARTS Focus: Dance 2 Performs at Rice Creek

The Dance 2 classes went to Rice Creek Elementary as part of their dance exam. Students had to perform original choreography that was specifically created for a specialized audience. Prior to creating, students had to brainstorm appropriate music and subjects for Kindergarten students. This was a wonderful experience for our dance students.