WINTER BREAK
Winter Days 2025: Thank You, Viking Nation! 💚💛🎄
As our Winter Days school-wide community outreach comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to every student, staff member, family, and community partner who contributed. Your generosity and commitment continue to make Winter Days one of Spring Valley’s most meaningful traditions.
Since 1984, Winter Days has remained the largest annual community outreach initiative at Spring Valley High School. This beloved project unites our Viking community in service—supporting local agencies, families in need, and organizations that rely on our care and compassion.
Each year, our committee chairs work closely with community partners to identify needs, set collection goals, and coordinate a wide range of charitable drives. Their leadership—paired with the overwhelming generosity of our students and families—allows us to make a lasting impact throughout the Midlands.
This year’s outreach included donations toward:
- Cans & Non-Perishable Food Items
- Toys
- Families Helping Families
- Homeless Outreach Items
- Children’s Books (K–5)
- Make-A-Wish South Carolina
We are proud to share that, once again, our students exceeded their goals in every category! Your donations directly support families facing real challenges and uplift our community when it matters most.
Winter Days brings out the very best of Viking Nation—compassion, service, unity, and the true spirit of giving.
Thank you for helping us keep this cherished legacy alive and impactful.
Together, we continue to make a difference. 💚💛✨
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
The following school partnerships were instrumental in assisting Spring Valley Winter Days in their giving efforts. Many of our partner schools hosted mini Winter Days programs in their respective schools, allowing students to see firsthand what it means to give to others who are less fortunate.
- Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary
- North Springs Elementary
- Polo Road Elementary
- Pontiac Elementary
- Windsor Elementary
- Center for Inquiry
- Center for Knowledge
- Summit Parkway Middle School
- E.L. Wright Middle School
Winter Days in the Spotlight: Spring Valley Shares Our Story with WLTX
Spring Valley was grateful for the opportunity to share the story of Winter Days with Whitney Sullivan at WLTX, alongside our amazing Student Body President and Winter Days Chair, Imani Howard, and our Student Activities Director, Mrs. Olisa Ashford.
Our Spring Valley Vikings are truly leading with heart, and it was an honor to spotlight the incredible ways our students are giving back and making a real impact across our community. We are so proud of this work—and even more proud of these young leaders who continue to represent Viking Nation with service, compassion, and excellence.
Thank you, WLTX, for helping us highlight what makes Spring Valley special. 💚💛
Fall Semester Wrap-Up 🎬💚💛
We’re excited to share a video recap of the Fall Semester that features clips and footage captured by our Valley Media Team throughout the semester. This video highlights the moments, memories, and milestones that made this fall at Spring Valley so special.
A special thank you to Mady Anderson for bringing these clips together and creating an amazing video that truly reflects the spirit and pride of Viking Nation.
As we head into the second semester, Vikings, get ready — 2026 has so much to look forward to! From new teachers and classes to prom, spring sports, and graduation for the Class of 2026, there are many exciting moments ahead.
Here’s to finishing strong and making even more memories at The Valley! 💚💛
Stockings of Stories: FIERCE Spreads Holiday Cheer at North Springs Elementary
On Wednesday, December 17th, Spring Valley High School’s FIERCE Female Mentoring Group visited North Springs Elementary for a morning of service, leadership, and holiday joy.
Our FIERCE ladies spent time reading with students in Kindergarten through 1st grade, helping create meaningful moments that encouraged literacy and connection. After storytime, the group partnered with the Kindergarten classes for a holiday project—making festive holiday cards and sharing encouragement with our youngest learners.
To wrap up the visit, FIERCE delivered 132 “Stockings of Stories” filled with books and goodies for students in Pre-K through Kindergarten. Seeing the excitement on students’ faces reminded us why this outreach matters—and how powerful it is when student leaders use their time to uplift others.
We are grateful to North Springs Elementary for welcoming our Vikings and giving our students the opportunity to serve. The best compliment of all: North Springs has invited FIERCE to return in the spring, and we cannot wait to continue building this partnership.
Thank you to everyone who supported Stockings of Stories and helped make this visit possible. FIERCE is proud to lead with purpose—one story at a time.
Spring Valley Hosts 2025 FBLA Regional Leadership Conference
Spring Valley was proud to host the 2025 FBLA Regional Leadership Conference on December 6, 2025. We welcomed schools from across the region as students competed, connected, and showcased their leadership and career-ready skills in a wide range of events.
From strong presentations to standout teamwork, our Vikings represented Spring Valley with confidence and excellence. Congratulations to all of our participants—and a special shoutout to our winners listed below!
Thank you to our FBLA advisors, judges, volunteers, and visiting schools for helping make the day a success. We’re proud of our students for continuing to lead, compete, and shine.
Congratulations to Mrs. Melissa Dissinger! 💚💛
Congratulations to Mrs. Melissa Dissinger, who has been awarded a $250 grant from the Richland Two Education Foundation for the 2025–2026 school year!
Mrs. Dissinger’s grant will support the purchase of a high-resolution document camera for her science classroom. This resource will allow students to easily project and share lab results and data with the class, encouraging discussion and deeper understanding of scientific findings. Students will be able to explain their data, troubleshoot challenges together, and visually connect concepts alongside verbal instruction—benefiting all learners, especially those who thrive with visual supports.
The document camera will also enhance classroom demonstrations, enabling students to clearly view measurements, scientific equipment, and experiments in real time.
Mrs. Dissinger shared her appreciation for the opportunity, noting how this technology will strengthen instruction and student engagement in science.
Thank you to the Richland Two Education Foundation for continuing to invest in our teachers and provide tools that enrich learning at Spring Valley High School. 💚💛
Spring Valley Key Club Spreads Holiday Cheer 🎄💚💛
The Spring Valley Key Club had a wonderful time giving back and being of service to the Salvation Army this holiday season. Through their efforts, our students helped spread joy, kindness, and the true spirit of the holidays within our community.
We are proud of our Key Club members for their continued commitment to service and for representing Viking Nation with heart. Thank you for making a difference this holiday season! 💚💛
Faculty & Staff Celebrate the Holidays at Annual Holiday Social 🎄💚💛
Spring Valley faculty and staff wrapped up the first semester and celebrated the holiday season together at our annual Holiday Social. This year’s theme, Elf, reminded everyone of the joy, laughter, and cheer that make the holidays special.
Faculty and staff enjoyed great food, fellowship, games, and more as they came together to relax, connect, and reflect on a successful semester.
A special thank you to the Spring Valley Education Foundation for sponsoring the food for this event and for their continued support of our faculty and staff.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this event memorable. View the pictures below to see the smiles, laughter, and cheer shared at The Valley! 💚💛
SVHS Librarian & City Poet Laureate Pens Poem for Finlay Park Reopening
Spring Valley High School is proud to celebrate Mrs. Jennifer Bartell Boykin, our school librarian and the Poet Laureate of the City of Columbia, for her newest commissioned work honoring a major moment in our community.
As Poets.org explains, “An occasional poem is a poem written to document or provide commentary on an event. It is often intended to be read or performed publicly.” In that spirit, the City of Columbia commissioned Mrs. Boykin to write an occasional poem for the reopening of Finlay Park in downtown Columbia.
Mrs. Boykin’s poem, “Finally Finlay,” was presented for the first time at the City Council’s regular meeting on December 16, 2025.
The video featured above includes Mrs. Boykin reading the poem alongside visuals from Finlay Park’s opening day on November 15, 2025. The footage was captured by New Sky Film Production, helping bring the poem’s imagery and message to life.
A meaningful symbol woven throughout the poem is the Carolina Wren—whose nest inspired parts of the park’s design—appearing as a sign of hope. “Finally Finlay” ultimately positions the park as a place of joy, enjoyment, and peace for the people of Columbia and beyond.
We are honored to have Mrs. Boykin representing Spring Valley through her voice, creativity, and leadership in the arts. Congratulations on this incredible recognition and contribution to our city.
Teacher Thank You & Holiday Cheer Drive 🎁💚💛
Dear Families,
As the holidays approach and the year comes to a close, we invite you to join us in celebrating and supporting our incredible teachers and staff through the Teacher Thank You and Holiday Cheer Drive.
Your generous donations help fund Teacher Appreciation Week, year-round staff perks, and special events like our beloved Staff Holiday Social—including lunches, gift cards, and meaningful team-building activities.
💝 Every contribution makes a difference.
Suggested donation: $10–$50 per family
Donations may be made to the Spring Valley
Education Foundation at:
👉 https://spring-valley-education-foundation.square.site/
Thank you for honoring the educators and staff who inspire, support, and uplift our students every day.
Happy Holidays from The Valley! 🎄✨
BEANSTACK YEAR IN REVIEW
READING WITH BEANSTACK
Upcoming Fuel Your Future Sessions
Lunch & Learn Sessions Are Back!
Spring Valley Vikings, get ready to fuel your future with exciting career opportunities! Th
Upcoming Lunch & Learn Sessions:
- Friday, January 9:
- Husqvarna – Learn about careers in distribution, supply chain, and warehouse management.
- USC School of Medicine Genetics Counseling Department – Discover opportunities in genetics counseling and related fields.
Wednesday, February 19:
- Central Carolina Beauty College – Future cosmetology students, explore the opportunities and programs available in beauty and cosmetology.
Don’t miss these chances to gain insight, ask questions, and explore careers while enjoying lunch!
Mark your calendars and come ready to learn!
Lacrosse Schedule
Boys Basketball Schedule
Ladies JV & Varsity Basketball Schedule
Women’s Soccer Schedule
Introducing the Lightspeed Parent Portal 📱👨👩👧👦
We’re excited to share a new tool designed to keep you connected to your child’s digital learning — the Lightspeed Parent Portal!
With so many new technologies and online learning resources, your involvement in your child’s education is more important than ever. Through our partnership with Lightspeed Systems®, you can now gain visibility and control over your child’s internet usage on school-issued devices at home and after school hours.
With the Lightspeed Parent Portal, you’ll have access to:
- 📊 Weekly Student Online Activity Reports – Delivered straight to your email, these reports summarize your child’s browsing activity for the week.
- 🔍 Full Web-Based Portal – Gain in-depth visibility into your child’s online activity in real time. See when and what sites are accessed, pause screens, or manage app usage as needed.
📎 CLICK THE LINK BELOW to access the Parent Guide and get started with Lightspeed Parent Portal today:
👉 Lightspeed Parent Portal Guide
Stay informed, stay connected, and partner with us in supporting your child’s learning journey!
Bell Schedule
ID Sales
Ways to Serve Detention
STUDENT PRIVILEGE
- Only Seniors may leave for Lunch
- Seniors must have a Senior ID (navy blue with number 12) to leave campus. No ID, No Senior Privilege that day
- Seniors returning late from lunch may have Senior Privileges revoked
- The gym parking lot is not for student parking during the school day. Cars will be ticketed
- No lunch deliveries for any students
ATTENDANCE
TUTORING
We will offer both on-campus and virtual tutoring options. Offering both platforms allows us to provide more options for students to get academic assistance after school. Please visit the SVHS Tutoring website for a complete schedule of tutoring opportunities.
A special thank you goes out to the Spring Valley Education Foundation for funding this important initiative.
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PARKING
*TO PARK ON CAMPUS READ BELOW
To purchase a current SV parking tag, students must complete the parking agreement form, take Alive @25, purchase a $35 parking tag, and pay all school fees.
SVHS 2025-2026 PARKING AGREEMENT FORM
NO DELIVERS
