Mark your calendar and get ready for Underclassmen Picture Day September 5! Every underclassmen will have their picture taken for the yearbook in their English class. If a student does not have an English class, he/she will receive an appointment time. Order forms are available through in the English class. Picture packages day prices range from $12-$40. Checks can be made out to Strawbridge Studios, or you can pay online by clicking the image and entering code 103822. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. High-Washington at lhigh@richland2.org or 803.699.2999 ext 84363. Students should dress nicely (and in dress code, of course!)
Friday, August 31, 2018
Open House Next Week, Sept 4th
Tuesday, September 4th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM is our first Open House for the 2018-19 school year, where you will get an opportunity to meet your son's or daughter’s teachers. We are asking that you park in our upper parking lot located near the marquee off of Hard Scrabble Road. When you turn into the lot, there will be JROTC Cadets to direct you to Parking Lot C.
Schedules will be distributed in the center hallway beginning at 4:45 PM so that you will have time to meet with all your student's teachers.
You will also be able to sign up for the AT THE VIEW Daily, our online daily newsletter and update your child's Annual Registration through Parent Portal. We will have newsletter subscription stations at the end of each of the hallways, and there will be Ridge View staff in the Library Commons to assist you with your Annual Registration.
We look forward to seeing you tonight at Open House next Tuesday, September 4th.
COLLEGE: 2018 National College Colors Day Contest Today 8/31!
Friday, August 31st National College Colors Day Contest!
Wear your College Shirts in celebration of National College Colors Day! The first period class with the most number of people wearing College Shirts (this includes the teacher) will win a free breakfast courtesy of the College Center! Tweet Out pictures of your class using #CollegeColorsDay @rvhs2college
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Intruder Drill Scheduled for Friday, August 31st
Ridge View will have an Intruder Drill on Friday, August 31st. While the drill is in process our school will be placed on lockdown which means that no one will be allowed to enter or exit the building.
We are legally obligated to have a minimum of two intruder drills per year and practicing helps ensure our students are prepared in the event that we have to place our school on lockdown in an actual emergency situation.
There will be no weapons involved in this exercise. However, our goal is to provide a drill that is as realistic as possible to help employees and students know what to do in the case of a real emergency. We will have school counselors, our school psychologist, our school nurse and administrators on standby to address any of our students or employees during and after the drill.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Ross at 803.699.2999 ext. 84504 or by email at braross@richland2.org.
ACADEMICS: Congratulations to Ridge View Blazer for Apprenticeship Signing
Richland District Two held their Apprenticeship Signing Day for two students selected to participate in the Youth Apprenticeship Program. The event took place on Wednesday, August 29 at 9 a.m. at RAM Clutches, located at 201 Business Park Blvd. in Columbia. They are a local manufacturer of race car clutches and the district's first Youth Apprenticeship program partner. Junior Logan Zeis not only received invaluable work experience at RAM Clutches this summer, but he also got paid. While in the Youth Apprenticeship Program, Zeis will receive education pertaining to the job, work approximately 2000 hours for the next two years, and receive wages that will increase to reflect his experience and expertise while at RAM Clutches. Richland Two is the first and only school district in the Midlands to provide this valuable opportunity to its students. We are super proud of Logan for being selected.
ACADEMICS: Scholars Magnet Fundraiser, Sept 18th
On Tuesday, September 18, Diablo's Southwest Grill (460 Killian Road, Suite 5, Columbia, SC 29203) is hosting a spirit night on behalf of Scholars Academy Magnet for Business and Law. 10% of the receipts between 5-8pm will be donated to our program. If you've never been to Diablo's, it's fantastic. Check out the menu here. We'd love to have you support the program by having a delicious meal with the Scholars Magnet students!
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
SAFETY: In Case of an Emergency
Ridge View students, faculty, and staff should be ready in case of an emergency while at school. We will be conducting multiple drills throughout the semester and school year to ensure that our students, faculty, and staff are prepared in the event of an actual emergency.
ACADEMICS: PSAT Practice Test for Juniors ONLY
The Richland District Two GEAR Up program is offering a PSAT Practice Test on Saturday, September 22nd from 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM at R2i2. This practice is only for Juniors enrolled in the district. There will be 25 openings for our Ridge View Juniors. Interested students must sign up with Ms. Williams in D-78 before September 19th. There is $10 registration fee to assist with the cost offset the cost of the materials, breakfast, and snacks. Please contact Ms. Leah Williams for more information (lwilliams@richland2.org or 803.699.2999 ext. 84378)
Last Chance to Pick Up Chromebooks, Wednesday August 29th
Any freshmen who did not come to Chromebook distribution on Monday, August 27th or Tuesday, August 28th will receive a pass from their English teacher and report to D-82 during that class period. Upperclassmen who are new to Ridge View and have not received a Chromebook will receive a pass from their teacher and report to D-82 during any period to be issued one.
ACTIVITY: Class Meetings Occur During First Week
We have had a great school opening! One of the most important events held was the class meetings. During these meetings, we highlighted some of our common expectations regarding behaviors, academics, and what Blazer PRIDE looks like.
Below are the links to each grade level presentation for your information. Please review as we work together to have the best year ever at RVHS. As always if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact one of the members of the Ridge View Administrative team.
Class of 2019 (Seniors): Click here
Class of 2020 (Juniors): Click here
Class of 2021 (Sophomores): Click here
Class of 2022 (Freshmen): Click here
As a reminder, Open House is next Tuesday, September 5th from 5 - 7 PM. More information to come in future posts.
COLLEGE: 2018 Annual ED OP College Fair Sept 5th
Wednesday, September 5th
Seniors will attend the Annual ED-OP College Fair from 11:15am -11:45am. Juniors will attend from 11:45am-12:15pm. Parents are invited to attend the College Fair with their student but must check-in with Ms.Corbin in the rotunda. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Dana Aldighieri, College Information Specialist at (803)699-2999 ext. 84395.
COLLEGE: 2018 National College Colors Day Contest, 8/31
Friday, August 31st National College Colors Day Contest!
Wear your College Shirts in celebration of National College Colors Day! The first period class with the most number of people wearing College Shirts (this includes the teacher) will win a free breakfast courtesy of the College Center! Tweet Out pictures of your class using #CollegeColorsDay @rvhs2college
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
ACADEMICS Knox's Class Equation of Life
Thank you to Ms. Knox for allowing Mr. Keith Price and other admin to create and share our "Equation of Life" with your algebra students. This is such a unique way to build relationships and community.
UGA's Vet School for A Day, Sep. 19th
University of Georgia is having their annual Vet School for A Day program will be held on Wednesday, September 19th. All juniors and seniors that are interested in learning more about a career in Veterinary Medicine will need to submit an application form and recommendation form by Monday, September 3.
For more information please click the image above.
For questions, please contact Rachel Peoples, Senior Event Coordinator, at rpeoples@uga.edu.
ATHLETICS; Cross Country Kicks Off Their Season
The cross country team kicked off their season with their traditional trip to the Providence Invitational Saturday. JR Captain Logan Zeis lead the team, finishing 21st out of over 200 runners in a time of 18:01 for the 5K distance race. Soph Tyler Gadson came to the line next in 20:37, shortly followed by upperclassman Quentin Joseph in a time of 20:52 and soph Tyler Hardin at 21:05. 2nd year returner SR Tybrell Thomas rounded out the top 5 Varsity runners with 21:21.
3 Varsity girls competed as well, JR Captain Jada Mack, and returners JR Carly McPherson and soph Keyani Turner respectively, running 24:57, 25:56 and 26:06, solid 1st meet efforts. Coaches (Kenison & Stack) were pleased with all the JV and V teams' accomplishments and is looking forward to seeing their new members compete soon in CIU's Palmetto State Festival this saturday.
SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Events
Sept 3
School Holiday
Sept 4
Open House 5 - 7 PM
Sept 5
Ed-Op College 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Large Gym
Sept 7
Club B.E.T.A. 8 PM - 12 AM Large Gym
Sept 9
Cuts for Gabbiee 1 - 5 PM Master HairCare Lab
Sept 10 - 14
Homecoming Week
Sept 11
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Sept 12
Junior/Senior Parent Mtg 8 AM Auditorium
Open House, Tuesday, Sept 4th
Tuesday, September 4th from 5:00 - 7:00 PM is our first Open House for the 2018-19 school year, where you will get an opportunity to meet your son's or daughter’s teachers. We are asking that you park in our upper parking lot located near the marquee off of Hard Scrabble Road. When you turn into the lot, there will be JROTC Cadets to direct you to Parking Lot C.
Schedules will be distributed in the center hallway beginning at 4:45 PM so that you will have time to meet with all your student's teachers.
You will also be able to sign up for the AT THE VIEW Daily, our online daily newsletter and update your child's Annual Registration through Parent Portal. We will have newsletter subscription stations at the end of each of the hallways, and there will be Ridge View staff in the Library Commons to assist you with your Annual Registration.
We look forward to seeing you tonight at Open House next Tuesday, September 4th.
Monday, August 27, 2018
This Week AT THE VIEW
Monday, August 27th
- 5:30 PM -- CAT Freshmen & Sophomore Parent Mtg Library Commons
Tuesday, August 28th
- Last day to drop semester classes
- 4:30 PM -- Girls Golf vs Irmo & Cardinal Newman Oak Hills Golf Club
- 5 PM -- Girls Volleyball Tri-Match vs White Knoll & Sumter White Knoll HS
- 5:30 PM -- Cross Country Parent Mtg Multipurpose Rm
- 6 PM -- New Choir Parent Mtg Room C-74
- 6:30 PM -- Orchestra Parent & Uniform Mtg Orchestra Room
- 5 PM -- Girls Tennis vs Lugoff-Elgin
- 4:30 PM -- Girls Golf vs Spring Valley Windermere Club
- 5 PM -- Girls Volleyball @ Hammond (JV game @ 5 PM; Varsity @ 6:30 PM)
- 6 PM -- CAT Junior & Senior Parent Mtg Library Commons
- National College Colors Day
- 8:30 AM -- Cross Country @ Palmetto State Festival Columbia International Univ
- 9 AM -- Masters Singers Retreat
Community and Relationship Building 1st Week of School
COLLEGE: 2018 National College Colors Day Contest, 8/31
Friday, August 31st National College Colors Day Contest!
Wear your College Shirts in celebration of National College Colors Day! The first period class with the most number of people wearing College Shirts (this includes the teacher) will win a free breakfast courtesy of the College Center! Tweet Out pictures of your class using #CollegeColorsDay @rvhs2college
Saturday, August 25, 2018
New Richland Two Chromebook Insurance Information for 2018
A prepaid device insurance premium of $20 is required for all middle school and high school students for the current school year. The premium is required, and if not paid, the student is assessed the full cost of repair or replacement for all incidents.
The premium must be paid in full before October 1 in order to qualify for protection. If not paid in full before October 1, any partially paid amount will be credited to the student’s account, and the protection plan will not be in effect. Students newly enrolled to the district after September 1 have 30 days from the date of enrollment to pay for coverage in full in order to take advantage of the protection plan.
Friday, August 24, 2018
2018 Annual ED-OP College Fair
Wednesday, September 5th ED-OP College Fair for Juniors & Seniors
Seniors will attend the Annual ED-OP College Fair from 11:15am -11:45am. Juniors will attend from 11:45am-12:15pm. Parents are invited to attend the College Fair with their student but must check-in with Ms.Corbin in the rotunda. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Dana Aldighieri, College Information Specialist at (803)699-2999 ext. 84395.
2018 National College Colors Day Contest!
Friday, August 31st National College Colors Day Contest!
Wear your College Shirts in celebration of National College Colors Day! The first period class with the most number of people wearing College Shirts (this includes the teacher) will win a free breakfast courtesy of the College Center! Tweet Out pictures of your class using #CollegeColorsDay @rvhs2college
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
2018 College Colors Day Contest
Wear your College Shirts in celebration of National College Colors Day! The first period class with the most number of people wearing College Shirts (this includes the teacher) will win a free breakfast courtesy of the College Center! Tweet Out pictures of your class using #CollegeColorsDay @rvhs2college
Monday, August 20, 2018
New 2 THE VIEW -- Olivia Semlar
Salve! Ms. Olivia Semler will be our new Latin teacher. She earned a Bachelor's in classical languages from USC, and recently finished her Master of Arts in comparative literature with a concentration in classical languages at USC as well. She lives with her wonderful husband, Bobbe, and our adorable cat, Lilac, in downtown Columbia. Mrs. Semlar loves to cross-stitch, watch anime, and play video games. She is also very excited to be a part of the Ridge View community!!
We are also excited to have Mrs. Semlar at Ridge View. Welcome!!!
Sunday, August 19, 2018
Richland 2 Is Hiring
Join a Premier Team
Richland Two is hiring for the 18-19 school year.
Please apply at www.richland2.org/workintwo
New 2 THE VIEW -- LaVernda Ragins
LaVernda Ragins, our new Social Worker, has been working for the past two years with the Continuum of Care as the Regional Program Director. Prior to Continuum of Care, she worked as the Lead School Social Worker in Fairfield County School District, as well as a School Social Worker for a total of 12 years at Fairfield Central High School and Gordon Odyssey Academy (Alternative School). Mrs. Ragins also worked in Richland 2 as a School Social Worker at Spring Valley High School and Bridge Creek Elementary for one year.
She has a passion for working with young people and is very excited to return to the school system and begin working directly with students again. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Johnson C. Smith University and a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of South Carolina. She is married and has two children Kyndall (14) and Kaden (9) who attend Richland Two Schools.
Saturday, August 18, 2018
New 2 THE VIEW -- Alan Wolf
Mr. Alan Wolf is Ridge View's new Assistant Administrator. Married with three children, his wife also teaches in the Richland 2 School District. Mr. Wolf has been in education for over 25 years and looks forward to helping make Ridge View High School a premiere high school in the district and the country.
Welcome Mr. Wolf to Ridge View!!!
New 2 THE VIEW -- Heb Nu
This will be Mr. Heb Nu's 13th year of teaching math. He is married with two children, ages 11 and 15. His name is of Egyptian decent and means "Festival of the Hidden God". He believes students learn best through experience and application. Mr. Nuenjoys teaching because he believe everyone can learn something new, whether it be about math, another subject, or a different perspective. He also enjoys reading and cooking.
Welcome to Ridge View, Mr. Nu!!
Friday, August 17, 2018
ATHLETICS: Blazers vs Bengals Football Game Tickets ON SALE!!
Tickets for tonight (August 17th) Ridge View vs. Blythewood Varsity Football game are NOW ON SALE in the Main Office at RVHS between the hours of 8 AM - 4 PM. Each ticket is $7. Season passes are also available for $30. Advance tickets for tonight's game are also available online at https://gofan.co/app/events/32119.
Fans unable to purchase their tickets ahead of time are able to purchase tickets on a cash only basis tonight at the game. Ticket booths open at 6:30 PM. Fans should plan on arriving early to ensure entry into the game.
The game is being played at District Stadium #2 located at 10901 Wilson Blvd. in Blythewood, SC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM. Ridge View is the home team. The seating plan map is available online at RidgeViewSports.com.
Go Blazers!
New 2 THE VIEW -- Alesha Love
Alesha Love is a Ridge View graduate and will be one of our new math teachers. She received her Bachelors and Masters from Winthrop University. She was recruited from high school to run track at Winthrop, where she holds four school records. She really loves meeting new people, helping others, and traveling. Since Ms. Love comes from a military family, she has been a little bit of everywhere, including teaching English to Chinese students in China last summer, which was humbling experience. She is excited to join the RV family again and is ready to have an awesome school year!
Welcome to Ridge View, Ms. Love!!
Thursday, August 16, 2018
New 2 THE VIEW -- Juletta Weaver
Juletta Jo Weaver has been an educator for over three decades in eight countries and has served as secondary English teacher, middle school ELA and Math teacher, pre-k and kindergarten teacher, Adult Ed teacher, technical school/college professor, and curriculum developer. She accomplished National Board certification in Early Adolescence/English Language Arts. She is also a Fulbright alumni, ILEP alumni, and IREX Teacher Leader. Her areas of expertise include literacy across the curriculum, classroom assessment, and effective writing strategies.
Welcome to Ridge View, Mrs. Weaver!!
New 2 THE VIEW -- Ronald Kaigler
Ronald Kaigler, one of Ridge View's new CATE teachers, is entering my sixth year teaching. He is certified in business and marketing technology and has taught a number of different classes including Business Applications, Keyboarding, and Sports Marketing. Being in education has strengthened his ingenuity, resourcefulness, and creativity. He earned a B.A. in Art History from the University of South Carolina, an M.B.A. from Webster University, and is currently en route to earning an M.Ed. Married in December 2016, Mr. Kaigler enjoys working out, spending time with friends, movies, and games.
Welcome to Ridge View, Mr. Kaigler!!
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
New 2 THE VIEW -- Ahmad Stephens
We would like to introduce you to Mr. Ahmad Stephens, our new 9th grade Blazer Academy School Counselor. A native of St. George, SC he was educated in the public schools of Dorchester County and received his bachelors and masters from South Carolina State University. Prior to becoming a counselor, he was an elementary and middle school teacher. In his pastime Mr. Stephens enjoys writing music, traveling, spending time with family and friends, helping others, and playing sports. He feels it is an honor and privilege to be joining the Blazer family.
Ridge View feels the same. Welcome Mr. Stephens to Ridge View!!
New 2 THE VIEW -- Carlos Howard
Carlos Howard, our new Master Haircare instructor, was born in Columbia and describes his childhood as one of “humble beginnings” growing up in the Greenview Community in the northeast area of Columbia. Growing up he was very active in school, church, and his local community, participating in sports, cultural organizations, orchestra, and marching band. Mr. Howard received a BS in Business Management from the Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA.
He returned to Columbia in banking and invested in his own barber salon, athletic store, vending enterprise and real estate. Mr. Howard brings over twenty six years of professional industry experience and ten years of classroom experience to the Ridge View family. He is a active teacher in his local church assembly and enjoys present recreational activities such as weightlifting, traveling, bike riding, reading, puzzles and golf.
Welcome to Ridge View, Mr. Howard!!
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
New 2 THE VIEW -- Jordan Stafford
Mrs. Jordan Stafford is Ridge View's new Student Fees Secretary. She comes to us from Longleaf Middle School and has been in the District for 5 years. Growing up in Blythewood, she now lives in West Columbia with her husband of two years and twin girls Taylor and Raylin. She is excited to be returning to Ridge View, where she started her softball career while in the middle school and 9th grade. Mrs. Stafford enjoys cooking and hanging out with her family. She is a big USC fan and supporter of the March of Dimes.
Welcome Mrs. Stafford to Ridge View!!!
New 2 THE VIEW -- Quinn Brown
Ms. Quinn Brown will be Ridge View's new dance teacher. She graduate with a B.A. degree in Dance Education from Columbia College and went on to earn her M.S. degree in Education Media Design and Technology from Full Sail University. She trained under many famous dancers, performed in various cities in Brazil and at the American College Dance Festival in Mississippil, and is a national award winning choreographer as of June 2018. She also coached the dance line at Lower Richland High School and teaches recreational classes and coaches the mini competition team at Mrs. Jenkins Dance Academy.
Ms. Brown loves seeing her students' growth as they progress through the dance program and believes that it is never too late to start dancing. Her favorite quote is "There are shortcuts to happiness and dancing is one of them" by Vicki Baum.
Welcome to Ridge View, Ms. Brown!!
Monday, August 13, 2018
This Week AT THE VIEW
Monday, August 13th
- Welcome back Ridge View Teachers!!
- Varsity Girls Volleyball Scrimmage vs. Spring Valley 5 PM
Tuesday, August 14th
- Girls Tennis Scrimmage vs Fairfield Central 9 AM
Wednesday, August 15th
- Welcome back Ridge View Paraprofessionals!!!
- JV Girls Volleyball Scrimmage vs Hammond 5 PM
- Varsity Girls Volleyball Scrimmage vs Hammond 6:30 PM
Thursday, August 16th
- Girls Tennis Scrimmage #2 vs Fairfield Central 9 AM
- Bash the Bengal Tailgating 5 PM Auditorium Parking Lot
- JV Football @ Blythewood 6 PM
Friday, August 17th
- Cross Country Scrimmage @ Sandhills Research Park 6 PM
- Varsity Football vs Blythewood 7:30 PM
Saturday, August 18th
- Scholars' Magnet Back to School BBQ Multipurpose Rm 4 PM
New 2 THE VIEW -- Daniel Soderstrom
Daniel Soderstrom is a first-year Social Studies teacher at Ridge View High School. He graduated from the USC with a Bachelors in History and a Masters in teaching secondary Social Studies. During the 2017-18 school year, Mr. Soderstrom was student teacher under the leadership of Mr. Tinneny. Born and raised in Lexington, South Carolina into a Swedish-American family -- my grandparents migrated from Sweden. I am a graduate of Lexington HS and participated in the marching band, jazz band, and wind ensemble. I am greatly excited to begin my career as a teacher. I had a blast at Ridge View during my student teaching internship under the leadership of Mr. Tinneny. I greatly enjoyed the experience and have decided Ridge View is where I want to begin my career.
New 2 THE VIEW -- David Batchelor
Mr. David Batchelor has a Doctor of Musical Arts in composition from USC and will be our new chorus teacher. He is a tenor-baritone vocalist who has sung in some of the best choirs in the nation and performed internationally and within the US as a soloist in such places as the Seattle's Benaroya Hall and with the Ensign Symphony & Chorus. His music has traveled the globe to include his choral composition Genesis, which was taken on tour through Italy with conductor Nové Deypalan and the combined choirs of California's San Gabriel Valley. Mr. Batchelor, with his wife and two children, wants to make Ridge View High his permanent home and dedicates himself fully to each choir's success.
Welcome to Ridge View, Mr. Batchelor!!
Welcome to Ridge View, Mr. Batchelor!!
Welcome New Blazers!!
Did you miss our New to Ridge View Parent and Student Meeting on Tuesday, August 7th? No problem, click on the image to view the presentation.
Have You Paid Your Technology Insurance Fee?
If you didn't notice when you checked your child's fees in Parent Portal, there was a Technology Insurance’ fee of $20 is automatically included. This insurance fee must be paid in full before October 1, 2018. If it has not paid in full by this deadline, any partial payment will be credited to your child's account; and the fee will be removed automatically on October 1st. Students who enroll after September 1st will have 30 days from the date of enrollment to fully pay for insurance. After 30 days, any partial payment will be credited to the account, and the fee removed.
You will not be able to pay the technology insurance after October 1st (or after 30 days of the enrollment date). Any qualifying chromebook damages will be assessed at full cost according to the published policy.
Coverage from the 2017-2018 school year will remain in effect through September 30, 2018. Insurance for the 2018-2019 school term begins the date payment is paid in full and remains in effect through September 30, 2019. Any qualifying damage that occurs while both insurances are in effect will be applied towards the 2017-2018 policy. If you have any questions, contact our Technology Learning Coach, Mrs. Cheryl Hunter, at chunter@richland2.org.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
ACADEMICS: Summer Math Calendar Due Next Week
Congratulations, you are almost finished your summer math calendars. This is the last week. Looking forward to seeing all our Blazer freshmen next week. Still need to work on the last problems? Click on the image to access the 2018 Summer Math Calendar.
Thursday, August 9, 2018
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Summer Reading Lists
It is never to late to start your summer reading. There are two components to our summer reading program -- school-wide summer reading and an English Department Honors and AP Summer Reading program. If your interested in ebooks, download OverDrive or check out the Richland Library for electronic versions.
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