SVHS Headlines

Email: satkins@swanvalley.k12.mi.us

Website: https://www.swanvalleyschools.com/
Location: 8400 Ohern Road, Saginaw, MI, USA
Phone: (989)921-2401

November:

November 13th- Student Government Spirit Day/ Rhyme without Reason (partners dress like a rhyme: cat/bat

November 13th- Trimester 1 Exams Begin/ Trimester One Exam Schedule

November 14th- Trimester 1 Exams- Dismissal @10:45/ Trimester One Exam Schedule

November 15th- Trimester 1 Exams- Dismissal @10:45/ Trimester One Exam Schedule

November 18th- Trimester 2 Begins

November 27th - 29th- Thanksgiving Break

December:

December 6th- Amazing Race

December 9th- NHS Blood drive

December 11th- Symphony Band Concert @ 7:00pm

December 17th- NHS Applications Due

December 17th- BPA Regionals

December 23rd- through January 5th- Christmas Break

January:

January 6th- School Resumes

January 15th- Student Government Spirit Day/ Country V/S Country Club

January 20th- No School

January 27th- NHS Induction

Monday- Universal color for happy is yellow.

Wear your yellow shirt or sweatshirt.

During lunch- Write a happy message on a yellow post it (it will go around the school).

Tuesday – MIX it up

Wear mismatched socks and don’t let anyone sit alone.

If you see someone sitting alone, start up a conversation.

Wednesday- Universal color for kindness is pink.

Wear your pink shirt or sweatshirt and be kind to people

Thursday- Name Tags

Nametags will be given out in your first hour classes.

Write your name on them and introduce yourself to someone new

Friday- Vikings

We are a big team!! Let’s support each other by wearing your Viking colors.

During lunch- Seen someone do something nice? Write it down on the yellow ribbon

(we hang up the chain in the cafeteria).

As we approach the end of October, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress our school community has made this month. From guest speakers to engaging classroom discussions, it’s been a vibrant time filled with creativity and collaboration. I encourage everyone to continue fostering this sense of community and support as we head into November. Remember, each one of you contributes to the unique fabric of our school, and together, we can achieve great things. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!

I hope everyone had a safe and happy Halloween. I understand it has passed, but as I was writing this blurb, we still had a few days until trick or treating. In the spirit of Halloween this week my topic is fear.

Fear is a control tactic. The more someone installs it into you, the more power they have over you. Threatening language and threats of pain are the most common. However, there are numerous fears someone can use for control. Fear should not exist in our schools, but the harsh reality is there is more fear today than ever. Do not fall victim to fear. Take a break from watching the horrible stories on the news, and social media. The less you hear about it, the less worried you will be. Fear does not control you; you control you. Don’t give it the attention it craves. Live your life, don’t live in fear.

Stay safe, stay vigilant

November 1st marked the change to our Dress Code outlined by our Handbook.

Beginning Nov 1st, we ask that students no longer wear shorts to school.

SVHS Student Handbook 2024-25

School of Choice for SVHS, Havens and Shields will be open from November 4 to November 15, 2024.

Open grades are 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 9th, minimum of one student per grade. The accept and denial letters will be sent out November 18th.

School of Choice for the SVMS will be open November 25 to December 10. Open grade is 8th, minimum of one student per grade. The accept and denial letters will be sent out December 11th.

Schools of Choice Application 2024-2025

Before/After School Academic Assistance Program

All teachers are available to give students extra help from 7:20-7:30am and from 2:15-2:40pm in that teacher's classroom. Please see the calendar below or click on the following link:

AST Calendar for the week of 11/4/24

Parents, please remember to call the attendance line (921-2411) when your child is absent. Students will be marked unexcused otherwise.

Swan Valley School District is hiring Substitute Custodians.

Back ground check required. Starting rate of pay is $16.65 per hour. This position could lead to a full-time position with benefits. Apply in person only at Swan Valley Administration Building, 8380 O’Hern Road Saginaw, MI. 48609. Monday thru Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Starting Date: ASAP

Officers - BPA Fall Leadership Conference

Mia Delago, Joe Bryce, Nolan Erlenbeck, Keegan Palmer, and Sylvia Henderson

Already this autumn season, we are seeing an increase in pneumonia cases.

Pneumonia is a respiratory infection in which the air sacs in the lungs become inflamed and filled with fluid or pus, making it difficult and painful to breathe. It can be caused by a bacteria, virus, or fungus. Pneumonia is often the consequence of a COVID or influenza infection. It is spread through respiratory droplets in the air or from touching contaminated services and then touching our faces (nose, mouth, eyes), similar to the way other respiratory infections are spread. Symptoms include fever, dry cough, headaches, body aches and weakness. However, instead of feeling better within a few days, symptoms worsen and may include chest pain, shortness of breath, a rapid heart rate, shaking/chills and/or a blueish tint to the lips and nailbeds. Pneumonia can be diagnosed per chest xray, sputum sample or blood cultures. Treatment includes antibiotics (for pneumonia caused by bacteria), bronchodilators (to help ease breathing), fluids and LOTS OF REST!! A person with pneumonia may remain contagious for up to 48 hours after starting an antibiotic and fever has stopped, and it may take from one week to one month before full recovery. Untreated pneumonia can lead to a lung abscess, sepsis and ultimately respiratory failure. Some of the infections that can lead to pneumonia can be prevented with vaccines. These include the flu vaccine, the pneumococcal vaccines, and the COVID vaccine. Meticulous hand washing, cough etiquette and immunizations are the best public health measures we can take to keep ourselves and those around us healthy this season!

Kimberly Newman, RN BSN

District Nurse, Swan Valley Schools

November:

Starting on October 14th we will be offering more variety during lunch. The deli station will now offer a daily new selection, not deli everyday.

Monday: Nacho/Taco Station
Tuesday: Chicken Tender Basket with homemade dipping sauces
Wednesday: Nacho & Taco Salad Station
Thursday: Deli Cart and Pre-Order Deli
Friday: Deli Cart and Pre-Order Deli

Pre Orders will only be available on Thursday and Friday.

All navigation is now done with the "Site Navigation Dropdown" in the upper left.

Please visit our school website under Foodservice for menus, carb counts and nutrition facts. For the 2024 2025 school year, all breakfast and lunches will be free of charge. Please remember money must be on your account prior to purchasing a la carte items.

Checks are to be made payable to Swan Valley School District.

Please click on the Food Service Login Link below to access your account. The link is also on the SV web page under food service.

https://foodservice.swanvalleyschools.com/

Upcoming College Rep Visitations:

Northern Michigan- Tuesday, November 5th @ 9:00

Western Michigan- Tuesday, November 5th @ 11:00

Grand Valley- Tuesday, November 5th @ 12:30

Ferris State- Friday, November 8th @ 12:45

CMU -Tuesday, November 26th @ 9:00

Oakland University- Tentative

Merrill Industries/ Skilled Trade Field Trip Presentation

When: Tuesday, November 19th

Location: Merrill Industries

Time: 8:00- 2:30

The purpose of this field trip is to expose interested students to the many possibilities of a future in the world of Skilled Trades. More details and permission slips will be given to those students that are interested in attending.

Hey Seniors! Want to win a $2,000 scholarship?

This year's essay prompt is:

What Will your legacy be?

Learn more at LMCU.org/Hutt

The deadline for entries is 1/8/2025

2024-25 Application Fee Waivers

The long anticipated fee waiver information for Michigan College Month is here! You can find the flyers here, as well as attached to this email. Additionally, the Michigan Institution Updates site has been updated for this year as well. Here you'll find a list of all public and private, 2-year and 4-year colleges in Michigan. You can find institution-specific information, such as admissions, financial aid, campus life, etc. on this site.

Michigan College Month Application Fee Waivers Flyer

Happy applying!

WINTER SPORTS START / TRYOUT DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS

-Varsity Poms (tryouts were held last spring for the current school year)

-Varsity Hockey (tryouts took place on Monday, October 28th and Tuesday, October 29th)

-Varsity Competitive Cheer - Tryout Dates: Tuesday, November 12th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Lecture Hall / Old Auditorium); Wednesday, November 13th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Back Gym); Friday, November 15th, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (Back Gym)

-Varsity Boys and Girls Wrestling - Start Date: Monday, November 11th, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

-Varsity Boys and Girls Bowling - Tryout Date: Thursday, November 14th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Crooked Creek)

-Freshman Boys Basketball - Tryout Dates: Monday November 11th - Wednesday, November 13th, 2:30-4:00 p.m. (Main Gym)

-JV Boys Basketball - Tryout Dates: Monday November 11th - Wednesday, November 13th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Main Gym)

-Varsity Boys Basketball - Tryout Dates: Monday November 11th - Wednesday, November 13th, 4:00-6:00 p.m. (Main Gym)

*All students are required to have the FamilyID Sports Registration completed by a parent or legal guardian (once for the school year) and an updated physical on file in the athletic office to be able to participate on the first day.

Ryan Stephens

Athletic Director

Swan Valley School District

Attention Swan Valley High School students,

Starting Monday, October 28th, the High School Weight Room will be available for use after school to all students, athletes and non-athletes, Monday-Thursday, 2:30-7:30 p.m. Mr. Dustin Izzo has been hired as the new weight room supervisor to supervise and manage the weight room. Please note the blocked schedule for high school and middle school students in the first 2.5 hours.

Daily Weight Room Schedule, Monday-Thursday (starting Monday, October 28th):

High School Students - 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Middle School Students - 3:45-5:00 p.m.

All Students - 5:00-7:30 p.m.

When using the weight room, students are asked to abide by all rules in place and enforced by the weight room supervisor:

• Students should dress appropriately by wearing athletic apparel that they can change into and have free range of motion. Locker rooms will be available if needed to change in and out.

• Shirts and shoes (no sandals or crocs) must be worn at all times.

• Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle; there is a drinking fountain just outside the weight room with a water bottle dispenser.

• No food will be allowed.

• Absolutely no horseplaying will be permitted.

• All students must sign in before using the weight room.

Starting Monday, October 28th, the weight room will start its normal hours of operation from 2:30-7:30 p.m. with the first 2.5 hours being scheduled for middle and high school students separately.

If you have any questions, please see Mr. Stephens in the Athletic Office or email rstephens1@swanvalley.k12.mi.us.

Attention Swan Valley Parents / Guardians! The Swan Valley Athletic Association is looking for new members. It is the vision of the Swan Valley Athletic Association to provide our student athletes with outstanding opportunities. Parental support and involvement is crucial to this endeavor. For more information on the SVAA, please check out their webpage at the following link: https://www.swanvalleyschools.com/page/sv-athletic-association

Perks of becoming a BASIC member include:

-1 punch card for 10 popcorns and 10 drinks at home athletic events

-discount on Rally in the Valley ticket

-senior student is eligible to apply for the SVAA Scholarship

*Please click on the SVAA Membership Form 2024-2025 to view additional upgrades and perks.

**You can also sign up for membership on the SVAA Online Registration Membership Form.

Swan Valley Sports Hall of Fame:

The Swan Valley Athletic Association is also sponsoring the Swan Valley Sports Hall of Fame which will induct its first class at Rally in the Valley on Saturday, November 2nd at 5:30 p.m. at the Horizons Center. A $50 or $100 SVAA Membership will allow you to become a lifetime voting member of the Hall of Fame.

For more information regarding the Swan Valley Athletic Association, please reach out to President Angela Alworden at alworden@sbcglobal.net.

Saginaw County Animal Care & Control

Volunteers assist staff in three areas, dog walking, cat care and housekeeping. Our volunteers are a vital part of the organization! Every bit of time a volunteer gives is a true gift to the staff and animals. For more information please see the attached flyer

To apply please click on the following link and fill out the Volunteer Application.

Saginaw County

Our dental office is hosting our 2nd Annual Toy drive benefiting Toys for Tots!

Please help us help our community by donating a new, unwrapped toy.

The toy drive will go through Thursday, December 5th!

With a toy donation, you will be entered to win a $50.00 Meijer Gift Card!

Please LIKE our Facebook page & SHARE our Toys for Tots post to be entered to

WIN a VITALITY TOOTHBRUSH!

Thanks in advance for your help!

The office of Dr. Benjamin Lievense, DDS

5481 North Colony Drive, Saginaw MI 48638

(989) 791-2060

Mid-Michigan Section of AIChE Scholarship Opportunity

Engineering Exploration Scholarship

Who: Students in grades 9-11

What: Program scholarship covering tuition, room and board, up to $100 in program lab fees plus a $100 travel allotment to explore science and engineering through hands-on laboratory, classroom, and field experiences

Where: Summer Youth Program at Michigan Technological University (MTU) in Houghton, MI

More information available at: http://www.syp.mtu.edu/index.php

When: One-week session in the summer of 2025

Deadline: Applications due by midnight on Monday, November 25, 2024

Contact: Apply online at https://www.aiche.org/community/sites/local-sections/mid-michigan/engineering-exploration-scholarship

Questions? Contact Ted Calverley at 989-948-7078 or tcalverley@charter.net