Congratulations to the Ridge View High School Marching Band for winning the River Bluff Band Competition on Saturday September 28th. The RVHS Marching Band won 1st Place in Color Guard, 2nd Place in Percussion, High Music Caption, High Visual Caption, High General Effect Caption, and 1st Place overall in 4A. In addition, RVHS had the 3rd highest score of the competition.
Monday, September 30, 2019
FINE ARTS: RVHS Marching Band
Congratulations to the Ridge View High School Marching Band for winning the River Bluff Band Competition on Saturday September 28th. The RVHS Marching Band won 1st Place in Color Guard, 2nd Place in Percussion, High Music Caption, High Visual Caption, High General Effect Caption, and 1st Place overall in 4A. In addition, RVHS had the 3rd highest score of the competition.
ACTIVITIES: Today is the Final Day of Kindness Month!
In celebration of the District's Kindness Month and Ridge View's 25th Anniversary, StuCo invites you to perform 25 acts of kindness. Acts can be small and simple such as complimenting someone or large like buying gifts for all of your friends! Get creative and send us your acts via Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat to @RidgeView_StuCo. Random posts will be selected and given a prize so make sure you follow us to be eligible to win!!
SCHOLARSHIP: Voice of Democracy Scholarship Due Next Month!
Submissions are now being accepted for the "Voice of Democracy" scholarship for next year! Students who will be in 9-12 grades by the deadline of October 31, 2019 are eligible to apply. Check out the details here!
Sunday, September 29, 2019
ACTIVITIES: Jostens Returns for Ring Orders Thursday!
Jostens will return on Thursday, October 3rd to assist Juniors and Seniors in ordering their official class ring or other jewelry. Representatives will be available from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM in M-141 for students and parents. To place your order, you need a completed order form as well as the required $60 deposit. Appointment times will be sent to Juniors while Seniors may come during lunch or with a pass from a teacher. Catalogs and order forms can be found outside of M-141. Contact Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org with any questions.
Chick-fil-A Interviews TOMORROW, Sept 30th
Representatives from Chick-fil-A on Killian Rd will be on campus on Monday, September 30th from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM to conduct interviews. Interviews will be held in the School Counseling conference room and the Career Center. Students must be at least 16 years old and have their own transportation to the Killian Road Chick-fil-A. If interested, please see Ms. Barnes in the Career Center or contact her by email or phone (arbarnes@richland2.org or 803.699.2999 ext. 84226).
AES $500 Scholarship Deadline, Oct 6th
The deadline for the 14th Annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2019. This $500 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.
The scholarship is available to all seniors and students attending a post-secondary educational facility. There is no application packet and applicants are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. All applicants must do is submit an essay between 500 and 1000 words answering the following questions.
- When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful?
- What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?"
In addition to the essay, students must include their full name, the name of their current school, and plans for the following year to scholarships@aesengineers.com. Winner(s) will be notified within 2 weeks of the deadlines by email.
More information can be found by clicking on the image.
Intruder Drill TOMORROW, Sept 30th
We will have an Intruder Drill tomorrow morning, September 30th. While the drill is in process, Ridge View will be placed on lockdown which means that no one will be permitted 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.
Saturday, September 28, 2019
ACADEMICS: Scholars Kicks of R2 Ready to Read Campaign
The Scholars Academy Magnet for Business and Law at Ridge View High School is are to work with the Richland Two R2 Ready to Read program this year, which works to collect new or gently used books for the personal libraries of K-2 students in our district. If you have children’s books to donate, please drop them off at the main rotunda or contact Nicole Walker at nwalker@richland2.org to coordinate collection.
Friday, September 27, 2019
ACTIVITIES: Jostens Returns for Ring Orders on Thursday
Jostens will return on Thursday, October 3rd to assist Juniors and Seniors in ordering their official class ring or other jewelry. Representatives will be available from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM in M-141 for students and parents. To place your order, you need a completed order form as well as the required $60 deposit. Appointment times will be sent to Juniors while Seniors may come during lunch or with a pass from a teacher. Catalogs and order forms can be found outside of M-141. Contact Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org with any questions.
Killian Rd Chick-fil-A Interviews Monday, Sept 30th
Representatives from Chick-fil-A on Killian Rd will be on campus on Monday, September 30th from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM to conduct interviews. Interviews will be held in the School Counseling conference room and the Career Center. Students must be at least 16 years old and have their own transportation to the Killian Road Chick-fil-A. If interested, please see Ms. Barnes in the Career Center or contact her by email or phone (arbarnes@richland2.org or 803.699.2999 ext. 84226).
FINE ARTS: River Bluff Band Competiton
RVHS Marching Band will travel to the River Bluff Band Competition on Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 6:45 pm.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Athletics: JV Football Game Changed to 6:30 pm!
The JV Football Game Time Changed to 6:30pm Thursday at Keenan. Please spread the word!
Alpha Academy Applications Due Tomorrow!
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
PSAT & No Late Start, Oct. 16th
All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors (who registered) will take the PSAT9 or the PSAT/NMSAT on Wednesday, October 16th. We will not have Late Start or Early Bird classes on this day. - #2 pencils (two) - no mechanical pencils
- a graphing or scientific calculator
- Ridge View student ID
What should students not bring?
- Any devices, including smartwatches, that can be used to record, transmit, receive or playback audio, photographic, text, or video content
- Protractors, compasses, rulers
- Highlighters, colored pens, colored pencils
- Binders or notebook paper
- Dictionaries or other books
- Food and drinks, including bottled water
Please do not be absent or tardy on October 16th. Testing will begin promptly at 8:45 AM. Students will report to their testing location and NOT to first period class. More information will be sent to students' school email addresses.
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Killian Rd Chick-fil-A Is Hiring
Representatives from Chick-fil-A on Killian Rd will be on campus on Monday, September 30th from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM to conduct interviews. Interviews will be held in the School Counseling conference room and the Career Center. Students must be at least 16 years old and have their own transportation to the Killian Road Chick-fil-A. If interested, please see Ms. Barnes in the Career Center or contact her by email or phone (arbarnes@richland2.org or 803.699.2999 ext. 84226).
Deadline to Register for R2i2 Tour, TOMORROW, Sept 25th
There is a tour scheduled on Tuesday, October 1st for 2nd and 3rd-year students who are interested in taking classes at R2i2. If interested, register with Ms. Barnes in the Career Center before September 25, 2019.
ACTIVITIES: Celebrate Kindness Month!
In celebration of the District's Kindness Month and Ridge View's 25th Anniversary, StuCo invites you to perform 25 acts of kindness. Acts can be small and simple such as complimenting someone or large like buying gifts for all of your friends! Get creative and send us your acts via Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat to @RidgeView_StuCo. Random posts will be selected and given a prize so make sure you follow us to be eligible to win!!
Monday, September 23, 2019
Senior Parent Meeting, TOMORROW Sept 24th
Parent Meeting and Financial Aid Night
Tuesday, September 24th
5:30 - 7:00 pm
in the Auditorium
Receive important information about
Senior Year
FAFSA
Grants
Scholarships
(Life, Hope, & Palmetto Fellows)
Intruder Drill, Sept 30th
We will have an Intruder Drill on Monday morning, September 30th. While the drill is in process, Ridge View will be placed on lockdown which means that no one will be permitted 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.
FINE ARTS: Irmo Band Competition
RVHS Marching Band will travel to the Irmo Band Competition on Saturday October 5, 2019 @ 8:15 pm.
Sunday, September 22, 2019
This Week AT THE VIEW
Monday, September 23
- 5:45 pm -- Swim Meet @ Blythewood Country Club (formerly Windermere)
Tuesday, September 24
- 4:30 pm -- Girls Golf @ Lugoff Elgin - Camden Country Club
- 5 pm -- Girls Tennis @ York
- 5:30 pm -- Senior Parent Meeting & Financial Aid Night - Auditorium
- 5:30 & 6:30 pm -- JV/Varsity Volleyball vs York
Wednesday, September 25
- 2 pm -- Girls Golf @ River Bluff - Golden Hills
- 4 pm -- Swimming @ White Knoll/Blythewood - Country Club of Lexington
Thursday, September 26
- 5 pm -- Girls Tennis vs Richland Northeast
- 5:30 & 6:30 pm -- JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Richland Northeast
- 5:45 pm -- Swimming vs White Knoll/Irmo - Blythewood Country Club
- 6 pm -- JV Football @ Keenan
Friday, September 27
- 7:30 pm -- Varsity Football vs Keenan @ Ridge View HS
Saturday, September 28
- 8:45 am -- Cross Country Low Country Invitational - Johns Island
Upcoming Events
- Oct 2 -- Summer Reading Celebration
- Oct 7-11 -- Homecoming Week
- Oct 7 -- PTSO/SIC Meetings & Alive at 25
- Oct 9 -- Moments for Mom
$500 Scholarship Deadline Approaching
The deadline for the 14th Annual AES Scholarship is October 6, 2019. This $500 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.
The scholarship is available to all seniors and students attending a post-secondary educational facility. There is no application packet and applicants are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. All applicants must do is submit an essay between 500 and 1000 words answering the following questions.
- When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful?
- What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?"
In addition to the essay, students must include their full name, the name of their current school, and plans for the following year to scholarships@aesengineers.com. Winner(s) will be notified within 2 weeks of the deadlines by email.
More information can be found by clicking on the image.
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Athletics: Congratulations to the Women's Golf Defeating Heathwood Hall
Congratulations to the Women’s golf team on defeating Heathwood Hall by a score of 218 to 232. This is the best overall team score so far this year. Imani Belton was the low medalist for RV with a 43. Caitlin Walters shot her career low of a 54. Keep up the great work ladies. The Blazers are back in action on Tuesday September 24, against Lugoff-Elgin at Camden Country Club at 4:30 pm.
Tour of R2i2 Scheduled for Oct 1st.
There is a tour scheduled on Tuesday, October 1st for 2nd and 3rd-year students who are interested in taking classes at R2i2. If interested, register with Ms. Barnes in the Career Center before September 25, 2019.
FINE ARTS: River Bluff Band Competition
RVHS Marching Band will travel to the River Bluff Band Competition on Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 6:45 pm.
Friday, September 20, 2019
ATHLETICS: Girls Golf Defeats River Bluff
Congratulations to the Ridge View Girls Golf team on beating River Bluff with a score of 235-263! Imani Belton was the low scorer with a 43. Great job ladies!
ACTIVITIES: National Beta Club Applications Due TODAY!
Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores, do you have a 3.0 GPA or higher? Interested in community service? Have a desire to be a student leader? If the answer is yes to all three questions, consider joining the National Beta Club. The application process is now open until 4 PM September 20, 2019. Print the application found here for the RV chapter's objectives and a list of requirements. For more details contact Ms. Alesha Love, the new National Beta Club sponsor at alove@richland2.org.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Alpha Academy is Accepting Male Seniors
The Omicron Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated invites male seniors to participate in its upcoming season of Alpha Academy. The objective of the Alpha Academy is to offer enriching experiences for young men to expand their network of like achievers and mentors, and to further develop skills through a variety of civic and cultural activities beyond the scope of the normal high school curriculum. Alpha Academy participants (Beaux) will participate in monthly interactive sessions that focus on five key areas of development: Leadership and Mentoring, Professional and Academic Enrichment, Personal Growth, Cultural Awareness, and Community Service. Interested students should click on the image to access the application or contact the program's director Mr. Jarvais Jackson at jarvais.jackson@gmail.com.
FINE ARTS: Rock Hill Band Competition
RVHS Marching Band will travel to the Rock Hill Band Competition on September 21, 2019 @ 3:15 pm.
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