SVHS Headlines

Email: satkins@swanvalley.k12.mi.us

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

September:

September 30th- No school/ In-service Day

October:

October 2nd- Count Day

October 2nd- NHS Blood Drive

October 7th- LifeTouch Picture Retakes

October 9th- Midland Marching Band Showcase @6:00 pm

October 11th- Homecoming Football Game vs Powers @7:00 pm

October 12th- Homecoming Dance @7:00 pm

October 31st- Halloween Costume Contest during lunch

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

It sure doesn't feel like Fall!

Even though these days are hot, our students are staying cool in school. There is a lot happening every day here and students can become overwhelmed. Remind them we have help for them and all they need to do is ask an adult.

We will be practicing several drills throughout the year and reassure your students that the drills are necessary to keep them safe.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Atkins

Careless Driving: A person who operates a vehicle upon a highway or a frozen public lake, stream, or pond or other place open to the general public including an area designated for the parking of vehicles in a careless or negligent manner likely to endanger any person or property, but without wantonness or recklessness, is responsible for a civil infraction.

This is the ticket one might receive for damaging property (including car accidents), or speeding through our lots. To the best of my knowledge, this is 3 points and $300+ ticket. These past weeks I have been monitoring the lots, most of us have been doing a great job. Let’s keep our kids safe. As a friendly reminder, it is only 10mph through all of the parking lots and service drive (by the baseball field) and it is posted. I understand how stressful mornings can be trying to get kids ready for school; being a parent myself. Running late happens, but do not put others in danger because of your own tardiness.

Cutting through parking spaces. This is a great way to cause an accident, or hit someone. There are lanes provided for traffic. Try to think of the parking lines as buildings and go around them to the appropriate traffic lanes. Driving through parking spaces falls into the definition of careless driving under the part “likely to endanger”. If the parking lot is empty, not so likely. If school just got dismissed, very likely. Again this is just a reminder. This year in this aspect has been going great. Let’s keep it up.

Stay safe, stay vigilant

September:

Can you please put in the announcements that homecoming tickets will go on sale on Monday, October 7th? Tickets can be purchased for $15 every day, Monday, October 7th - Friday, October 11th during both A and B Lunch.

Please be aware that no medication, including over-counter-medication, will be administered to any student without a completed Medication Authorization Form containing a healthcare provider’s signature as well as a parent/guardian signature. This is to comply with Michigan Law/Michigan School Health Code (380.1178-380.1179a) and the Swan Valley School District policy (8670). This policy is to ensure the safety of the student and for protection of liability for school staff. We appreciate your cooperation. You may obtain the Medication Authorization Form from the district’s website (swanvalleyschools.com) or pick-up a copy from the school office. Please contact me at 989-921-2621 or via email @ knewman@swanvalley.k12.mi.us should you have questions or concerns. I would be happy to help obtain your healthcare provider’s signature for your convenience. Thank you!

Kimberly Newman, RN BSN

District Nurse, Swan Valley Schools

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

The time is fast approaching for the Fire Department’s Annual Pancake Breakfast. We will be back at Station 1 and with the new additions, we are excited for everyone to come on out. With all of the activities and vendors that we have lined up, as well as yummy pancakes, it’s guaranteed to be a great time for all.

Congratulations! Swan Valley High School has been selected as one of the high school sports programs to receive funds from the 2024 McDonald’s High School Sports Digital Fundraiser!

On October 3rd, local area McDonald’s restaurants will be raising money for local high school sports programs. Restaurants will be donating 20% of all Mobile Order & Pay sales made in the McDonald’s App on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 to your school’s athletic department.

Here is the restaurant that will be raising money for YOUR school’s athletics! 20% of all their Mobile Order & Pay sales on October 3rd will go DIRECTLY back to your athletic department!

· 7778 Gratiot Avenue McDonald’s (Restaurant Contact: Brandon Coates, brandon.coates@us.stores.mcd.com, 517-402-8080)

We want to invite you to share the news! The more orders made in the McDonald’s App, the more money raised for your school!

Attached are graphics for your school that you may print or share online!

And of course, if your school spirit is high, contact or visit the McDonald’s above to see you can add some spirit to the event and work together to promote to the local community!

Questions, just email us at michigansportsdaymcd@gmail.com or call 1-800-435-9539.

Seniors, join your classmates for a locker painting event on Sunday, September 22nd, from 1-4 PM. This event costs $10 to cover the paper and protective covering. Sign-up in the cafeteria at both lunches on September 4th, 5th, and 6th; or in Mrs. Baldwin's room before or after school. Payment of cash or check is due at sign-up. See Mrs. Baldwin if you need to use Venmo. Let's get your senior hallway looking awesome, while having fun with your classmates.

If you already have your senior picture chosen for the yearbook along with your baby picture please email those to Mr. LaBrake at the following email address- tlabrak@swanvalley.k12.mi.us

All pictures are due by December 1st

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.

Rally in the Valley Flyer

Attention baseball families who were not able to make it to last week’s meeting - Baseball is using an app called BAND for communication. Please download the app and join the SV baseball band using the QR code. This is for all levels Freshman-Seniors.

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.

Attention any Swan Valley High School students looking for community service hours!

BOYS SOCCER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

The Athletic Department is looking for boys soccer ticket takers and ball boys/girls on the following dates and times at Roberts Community Park:

Monday, September 30th, 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 3rd, 4:30 p.m.

*Ticket takers will be needed from 3:45-5:15 p.m.

**Ball Boys/Girls will be needed from 4:15-6:15 p.m.

Please contact Mr. Stephens or stop by the Athletic 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 Children's Zoo Volunteers Needed!!!!

The Saginaw Children's Zoo is looking for volunteers to help us run Zoo Boo activity stations, and your smiling face could be one of them!

Zoo Boo is an edZOOcational, Halloween-themed event that happens on weekends-only in October at the Saginaw Children's Zoo, and we need volunteers like you to help us execute this beloved event for our community. Our activities are simple to run and include games like Plinko, matching games, a coloring station, etc. Zoo Boo is a great opportunity for individuals, students (ages 13-17*), and organizations to gain volunteer hours!

Volunteer shifts are from 9:30AM-1:30PM, 1PM-5PM, or all day.

Currently, our greatest need for volunteers is on October 5 & 6, October 19 & 20, and October 26 & 27.

If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering at this event, please email info@saginawzoo.com with the following information so that we can keep an accurate idea of our volunteer headcount:

• First and Last Name and, if applicable, Organization Name

• Total number of people volunteering with you, like friends/family/coworkers/classmates (volunteers may be split up to best suit our station needs)

• Contact email and phone number

• Any dates and shifts you are interested in volunteering

• Are you under 18? Yes/No

*Children ages 13-17 are welcome to help out at the event, but we kindly ask that an adult volunteers with them.

Thank you for considering volunteering your time to help us put on this event! We wouldn't be able to do it without volunteers like you, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Have a WILD day!

Saginaw Children’s Zoo

(989) 759-1408

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

Food Bank of Eastern Michigan

Food Bank of Eastern Michigan Community Service Opportunity

Welcome to the Swan Valley Web Portal. 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/

SISD Instructional Services is forwarding important information from one of our MDE consultants regarding National Suicide Prevention Week. This email contains vital resources and updates that are crucial for supporting our community and raising awareness during this observance. We encourage everyone to review the details and integrate these resources into our ongoing efforts to promote mental health and well-being.

Indigenizing Suicide Prevention Information