Swan Valley High School
Email: satkins@swanvalley.k12.mi.us
Website: https://www.swanvalleyschools.com/
Location: 8400 Ohern Road, Saginaw, MI, USA
Phone: (989)921-2401
October:
October 31st- Halloween Costume Contest during lunch
November:
November 2nd: Rally in the Valley @ Horizons Conference Center
November 4th- 15th- Hidden Harvest Food Drive
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
Please join us at the Swan Valley Performing Arts Center next Wednesday, October 23rd at 7 pm for a community performance from the touring company "The Lion Heart Experience".
Specializing in worth-infusing performances and speaking in schools nation-wide, Joe Vercellino and the Lion Heart Crew create waves in the world of education by placing the spotlight on identity and worth. Through masterful original music from the city of Detroit
alongside visual-art and a powerful narrative; Joe and The Lion Heart crew show how both worth and identity are the core influence in everything from school violence, bullying, teen anxiety/depression all the way to high teacher turnover in schools and issues at home.
Throughout the year, Joe and The Crew travel, speaking and performing in schools and
conferences as The Lion Heart Experience; a school assembly designed to infuse young
people with a sense of self-worth and purpose.
With strong themes of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), mental-health awareness, drug,
alcohol and suicide prevention, The Lion Heart Experience has significant impacts on both
preventing and alleviating teen-anxiety in schools nation-wide.
Enjoy the Fall Season!
I hope everyone takes some time and slows down to enjoy the fall season. Too often, we are rushing from one activity to another, and we miss the little moments that make life special. So, take a walk through the leaves and enjoy the crisp autumn air-it will be winter before you know it.
Every Sunday during football season, commentators give some off the wall stat about a player, such as “This quarterback has never lost in 40 degree weather.” I find myself wondering who keeps track of those facts. I certainly do not. I have never paid much attention to statistics. Typically, I use this platform as a way to connect the public with police, and give some insight on why police do some of the things they do. Which is why I do not share statistics in my blurbs.
However, statistics are everywhere, even in police work. If one intersection has more accidents than another, where do you think the stops signs, or traffic lights are going to be placed? If a road has more residents and houses, then the speed limit is probably going to be slower than another. Same goes for crime, or in my position, complaints at the schools. If a certain area has more crime being committed, the greater the police presence will be (or should be).
In short, police presence will be less, when the crime is less. Statistics prove it. Same goes for me at the schools. If there are complaints being made at the same place, at the same time, I’m more than likely going to be present at that place at that time. The fix is very simple; stop bringing attention to yourself (I mean generically, not singling anyone out). If you are doing what you are supposed to be doing, you are much less likely to see police action.
Stay safe, stay vigilant
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
Looking for Law Day volunteers!
Law Day is an event in the spring where a Swan Valley team competes against another school team in a mock trial. We are looking for possible jurors, witnesses, and lawyers. We work with an attorney advisor and there will be some after school time needed to meet and prepare starting in January. It is a great experience at
the Saginaw County courthouse to see a real courtroom and its proceedings.
If interested please see Mrs. Nicholas or Mrs. Wiley.
‘Tis the season…respiratory germs are already on the attack! Influenza and COVID-19 are circulating in our school community with symptoms such as fever, cough, congestion, sore throat and body aches. Keep in mind that these germs can be contagious to others up to two days before the onset of symptoms! Infections from Influenza and COVID-19 typically last 5-7 days, with the first 3 days being the most “miserable” in terms of symptoms. Complications of these infections, such as pneumonia, often affect those with high-risk conditions such as asthma, diabetes, obesity, and chronic heart, liver and kidney disease. Immunocompromised people, such as those on steroid therapy or chemotherapy, are also considered high risk for complications and are more likely to be hospitalized with influenza or COVID.
Anti-viral medications are available to help lessen the length of time one may be ill. These anti-viral medications are most helpful if taken within the first 48 hours of symptoms. Vaccination against Influenza and COVID-19 are the best preventative measures. The Influenza vaccine will protect against 3 strains of flu and is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. There is good news this season for those with an egg allergy—they too can receive the Influenza vaccine without worry of an allergic reaction! The updated 24-25 COVID vaccine is also recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. Previous COVID vaccines are no longer used/available. October is a great time to update your seasonal vaccines!! Wishing you a happy and healthy autumn season!
Kimberly Newman, RN BSN
District Nurse, Swan Valley Schools
The Havens Holiday Shoppe will be on Havens Elementary half day, Friday, December 13 and we are looking for vendors - the spots are FREE. For the next week, we will be taking applications from Swan Valley Families only!
If you would like to participate as a vendor, please fill out the form below. We will try to accommodate everyone, but we will be more strict this year in not having more than one vendor per type of item - so please be specific in the forms on what you are intending on selling. You'll be sent an email the following week if you are accepted or not with further instructions.
SV Family Small Business Vendors - please fill out this form:
**Please do not share these links with vendors outside of Swan Valley student families. We will make these links public IF NEEDED within the next couple of weeks. I want to give Swan Valley Families first dibs.
October:
NATHAN HOWIE 10/01
LOCHLAN CANADAY 10/02
JOSLIN STEELE 10/2
ELLIANA SMITH 10/03
SYLVIA HERNANDEZ 10/05
PRESTON THURSTON 10/05
CAMERON CURBEY 10/07
SAMANTHA PEREZ 10/7
SAMUEL BURCH 10/08
ANNABELLA FLEMING 10/8
JESSICA LOCKWOOD 10/08
AIDEN MAXWELL 10/8
EMILY TURNER 10/08
SYDNEY BEEMER 10/9
JACK LAGAN 10/09
BART WRIGHT JR 10/09
ISABEL HERNANDEZ 10/10
TYLER MILBURN 10/11
MIA ROBINSON 10/11
KAMERON HENDERSON 10/12
RIYA SINGH 10/12
CLAIRE VAN BUREN 10/12
TRENNIDY ADAMS 10/13
MITCHE LBARNES 10/13
AYDAN DECESS 10/13
SCARLETT HUBINGER 10/13
JAYDIN HARVEY 10/14
CHLOE BRYCE 10/15
CASH ARDOUIN 10/16
BRAIDEN JANETSKY 10/17
BECKETT PRUDEN 10/17
GABRIELLA HALEY 10/20
ISABELLA HALEY 10/20
GRACE KERBY 10/20
DOMINIC ESPARZA 10/21
ISAVELLA GONZALEZ MILLAN 10/21
ARIANNA ROQUE 10/21
MADISON BROWN 10/23
LILLIAN REICHLE 10/23
ISABELLE COFFEL 10/24
SHILOH CHARBONEAU 10/25
SARAH ROUSSEAU 10/25
MR. BIRD 10/26
HENRY BOEHLER 10/26
GEMMA BURKHART 10/26
LOUREEN MIZOORY 10/28
COOPER HABINA 10/31
GRACE SPEAR 10/31
Want to enjoy a Sunday with your friends? Let’s go to Detroit with Mr. E for a Pistons v. Houston Rockets Basketball Game!
When: Sunday, November 10, 2024
Departure Time: Motorcoach Departs SVMS NOON
Return Time: Arrive Home around 8:00 PM
Who: 6th-12th Grade Swan Valley Student *Looking for a Great Time*
Cost: $85.00 Check to Swan Valley School District Pay at Middle or High School Office
Deadline: First 55 paid participants by Friday, October 25th
Included: Blue Lakes Motorcoach transportation, a lower bowl ticket, a group gift, and a shot on the Little Caesars Arena floor
Food and Drink: Students will need to cover their own concessions at the game
Questions - Contact: Mr. Erlenbeck 921-2675 berlenb1@swanvalley.k12.mi.us
Please see the attached sign up form below.
Seniors-If you do not have English this trimester, be prepared for next Thursday….College Application Day. You are to report to the library at the very beginning of 3rd period next Thursday, October 17. We will spend the time working on our college applications and Parchment accounts. Be sure to have your login information for Parchment.
Seniors-If you are planning to apply to Michigan State University, be sure to submit your application by October 15 to take advantage of the fee application waiver. You will need the application code which is Spartan1855.
Upcoming College Rep Visitations:
SVSU- Friday, October 25 @ 9:00
Lincoln Tech- Tuesday, October 29th @ 10:00
(Skilled Trade School in Indiana)
Northern Michigan- Tuesday, November 5th @ 9:00
Grand Valley- Tuesday, November 5th @ 12:30
Ferris State- Friday, November 8th @ 12:45
CMU -Tuesday, November 26th @ 9:00
Oakland University- Tentative
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!
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.
Until a 2nd weight room supervisor is hired, the weight room will only be open on the following dates and times in the next 4 weeks:
Tuesday, October 1st, 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2nd, 5-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 8th, 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 9th, 5-7:30 p.m.
Monday, October 14th, 6-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 15th, 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 16th, 5-7:30 p.m.
Monday, October 21st, 6-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 22nd, 6-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 23rd, 5-7:30 p.m.
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.
Interested in joining the National Honor Society? NHS is for Juniors and Seniors only. You need to have a minimum 3.40 cumulative GPA and at least 40 community service hours logged into the office - by the end of the first trimester. Mrs. Ray will be pulling GPA's and CS hours the week of November 18th, so get those CS hours logged into the office!
Any questions, please email Mrs. Ray at tray2@svsd.us
RALLY IN THE VALLEY AND 1ST ANNUAL SWAN VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND, 5:30 P.M.
The Rally in the Valley Event for the 2024-2025 school year will be on Saturday, November 2nd at 5:30 p.m. at the Horizons Conference Center (please see flier below). Also, the Swan Valley Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place as a part of the Rally with the ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m. and dinner to follow. In the first year of the Hall of Fame, Swan Valley's 5 team state champions and first 2 individual state champions, Mario Guerrero and Leah Dixon, will be honored. The Rally is a huge fundraiser for the SVAA which helps fund thousands of dollars of equipment and uniforms for Swan Valley Athletics. Come on out and show your support for Swan Valley athletes and honor our state champions, all while having a good time!
Tickets can be purchased in the Swan Valley School Offices or via Venmo. There is also information on how to become a business sponsor.
Go Vikings!
For more information please click on the following link.
Thomas Township Public Safety Building Volunteers Needed
In need of three students to help set up and provide hospitality.
When: October 23rd
Time: 4:15-6:15pm
If interested please stop in the high school office.
Thomas Twp -- Haunted Train Ride Volunteers Needed- See attachments below
2024 Thomas Township Haunted Train Ride Flyer
2024 Haunted Train Ride Policy
Haunted Train Ride Hold Harmless Form
Saginaw Country Club Volunteers Needed
Saginaw Country Club is looking for 10-12 volunteers (don't have to be a member) to volunteer on Friday, October 25th from 5-8 pm (event starts @ 6pm) for their SCC Halloween Party passing out candy. See flyer below for more information.
Volunteers should arrive by 5pm to go over instructions and plan on staying until 8 pm.
*Please bring your volunteer form with you so your hours can be verified*
Any questions please reach out to Alyssa or Aubrey at 989.793.2860
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.
