South Carolina Virtual Charter School

March 2017 Newsletter

Issue 5, 2016-2017

South Carolina
In This Issue
Virtual Charter
Photography Club School
Winners
is proud to recog-
Student of the Month nize two students
monthly for attain-
Most Improved ing Student of the
Student of the Month Month status: one
student for overall
Nominees for Student of the
Student of the Month Month and one for
Most Improved
Nominees for Most Student. SCVCS
Improved Student of teachers and advi-
the Month sors recommend
students for this
Honor Roll Drawing honor.
Winners
Each month we will
Testing Information have various prizes
for our winners!
Club Information This month we will
be sending out an
Student Spotlight, SCVCS t-shirt to
Carter Kirkland each of our
winners.
Staff Spotlight,
Cindy Reed Congratulations to
all of our nominees
and winners!

Photo of Lake Jocassee in Salem taken by

NOELLE R., student member
of the SCVCS Photography Club.
 Photo of Paris Mountain State Park taken by
NATALIE H.,
student member of the SCVCS Photography Club.
Congratulations!
Student of the Month:
Henry Mack III
Congratulations Henry Mack,
III on being my Student of the
Month in Law and Order!!
Henry stays on top of his as-
signments in the class and has
excellent grades. He does
very thorough work and pro-
vides very thoughtful answers
to questions and labs. His
grade is currently the highest
in the class, and he performs
just as well in my Criminology
class that he is also enrolled in!
It is evident that Henry is very
interested in the area of Crimi-
nal Justice and could have a
bright future in the field!
-Ms. Jolly
SCVCS t-shirts are now available!
They are $10 (cash only) and may be
purchased at social outings in
Beaufort, Columbia, Charleston,
Greenville and Myrtle Beach.
Congratulations!
Most Improved Student of
the Month:
Carter Smith
Carter Smith joined SCVCS sec-
ond semester. Arriving mid-year
can be a little overwhelming,
but not for Carter! He has not
only learned the online system
quickly, but he also has been
extremely successful in the Alge-
bra course. He attends Class
Connect sessions, gets all of his
work completed on time, and
asks questions if he doesnt un-
derstand something. Since he
was not in the course first semes-
ter, he has made a point to at-
tend the End of Course Review
Sessions during Office Hours. He
attends each and every week!
Great job, Carter. We are so
glad you are now a part of the
SCVCS family!
-Ms. Reed
 Teacher: Subject: Nominee:
Kendrick Government Begum A.
Langford Prob and Stats Block Begum A.
Clouse Astronomy Benjamin A.
Genco Honors Geometry Xavier A.
Connell Web Design Jeremy A.

Student Howze
Wood
Image Design & Editing
Psychology
Jeremy A.
Gavin A.
of the Sherbert Geometry Tech Jordan B.
Brittany B.
Month Genco
Patterson
Geometry
Computer Science Jorden Serena B.
Nominees Waters Advisor Jorden B.
Boykin Geography Federica B.
Brewer Honors English IV Natalie B.
Jolly Public Service Michael B.
Benton Learning Strategies Evan B.
Boyd Biology Kayla B.
D'Annunzio English 204 Kayla B.
Smoak English 303 Block Piper B.
Haynes Culinary Arts Alicia B.
Kendrick Anthropology Sally B.
Smoak English 303 Sally B.
Whitehead Anatomy Kierra B.
Yon English 103 Andrew B.
Capone Honors English 104 Ainsley C.
D'Annunzio English 203 Yuriy C.
Willis Algebra II Marsha C.
Renfroe English 2 Nolan C.
Haynes Fashion Design Anthony C.
Witbeck Family/Consumer Science Jennifer C.
Jolly Criminology Catherine C.
Kendrick Archaeology Brandon Myles C.
Patterson Advertising Susan C.
Carroll Prob and Stats Block Briana C.
Whitehead Veterinary Science Briana C.
Betris Spanish 3 Honors Alexandra D.
Brewer English IV Alan D.
Forrest Honors US History Yea D.
Folks Game Design Josiah D.
Walker Advisor Shantal E.
Pennington Government Stephanie E.
Brewer AP English Literature Erin F.
Howze Marketing II Erin F.
Morris Physics Erin F.
Cullop Advisor Sierra F.
Lauricella Honors Biology Payton F.
Green Geography Alexis G.
Reed Algebra 1 Alexis G.
Dowling Developmental Algebra Christopher G.
Green Geography Block Christopher G.
Davis Math Arianna G.
Spicer Transition Skills Daisa G.
Forrest US History Owen G.
Hawkins Forensic Science Briana H.
Team English 403 Samuel H.
White Electives/Other Lauren H.
Hylton Advisor La'Donica H.
Nyland Restaurant Management Richard H.
Smith Earth Science Richard H.
 Teacher: Subject: Nominee:
Willis PreCalculus Jennifer H.
Richardson Forestry Austin H.
Durner US History Zelena H.
Pennington U.S. History Raja J.
Student Shuler
Folks
Algebra 2
Google Basics
Christina J.
Ma'Kayla J.
of the Covert Personal Finance Sean J.
Month Nyland Computer Fundamentals Carter K.
Richardson Health Sandra L.
Nominees Haynes Early Childhood Anna L.
Witbeck Health Science 2 Anna L.
Hawkins Biology Brianna L.
Blankenship Honors Algebra 1 Ella L.
Team AP English Language Jessica L.
McMahon Life Skills Katia L.
Miriam Advisor Maeko M.
Patterson Computer Fundamentals Maeko M.
Brown Ag Science Candi M.
Hatcher Honors Chemistry Caitlin M.
Carroll Algebra 2 Block Ariella M.
Smith Earth Science Block Jack M.
Betris Spanish 2 Lauren M.
Brown Environmental Science Holly M.
Langford Prob and Stats Year Long Holly M.
Durner AP US History Brendan M.
Boykin Economics Nicholas N.
Blankenship Math Readiness Madison P.
Porter Advisor Lauren P.
Hooper Advisor Audrey P.
Clouse Chemistry Tanner P.
Capone English 103 Wilson P.
Steele Entrepreneurship Lauren Q.
Shuler Honors Algebra 2 Noah R.
Lowery English 3 Reagan R.
Howze Computer Fundamentals Sydney R.
Spicer Transition Skills Jasper R.
Blanton Writing Jasper R.
Baumann Spanish 1 Alexa R.
Chambers Geography Rebekah R.
Lauricella Biology Rebekah R.
Hatcher Chemistry Block Gabrielle R.
Knoerr English 103 Block Gabrielle R.
Chambers World History Sajwa S.
Morris Physical Science Lexi S.
Yon Journalism Anna S.
Knoerr English 103 Christopher T.
Team English 403 Block Emma T.
Nesbitt Advisor James T.
Taylor Advisor Ashanti T.
Patterson Sports Marketing Madeline T.
Cromer Electives/Other Caroline W.
Covert Digital Arts II Jesse W.
Calhoun Advisor Abigail W.
Connell Computer Fundamentals Jake W.
DeWalk Physical Education Sakinah W.
Hatcher Chemistry Sierra W.
Dowling Dev. Algebra Block Spencer W.
Young Advisor Mattie Y.
Wood Economics Taylor Lindsey Y.
Young French 1 Aubrey Z.
Most Improved Student of the Month Nominees
Teacher: Subject: Nominee:
Haynes Early Childhood Adam A.
Forrest US History Alejandra Albores R.
Waters Advisor Hannah A.
Benton Learning Strategies Eddie A.
Forrest Honors US History Emma B.
Patterson Computer Science Regina B.
Knoerr English 103 Block Miranda B.
Green Geography Neli B.
Dowling Dev. Algebra Block Serenity Brockman M.
Carroll Prob and Stats Block Alicia B.
Jolly Law and Order Courtney C.
Lauricella Biology Katrina C.
Cromer Electives/Other Aaron C.
Clouse Astronomy Breanna C.
Covert Personal Finance Carson C.
Pennington Government Leilani C.
Yon Journalism Allison C.
Betris Spanish 2 David C.
Brown Environmental Science Mia D.
Betris Spanish 3 Honors Anna D.
Walker Advisor Amina D.
Folks Google Basics Rachael D.
Cullop Advisor Alan D.
Willis Algebra II Semaj D.
Brewer English IV Symone D.
Nyland Computer Fundamentals Caleb E.
Patterson Advertising Phillicya E.
Howze Image Design & Editing Luke F.
Renfroe English 2 Ashton F.
Green Geography Block Ashton F.
Jolly Criminology Nicholas G.
Spicer Transition Skills Arianna G.
Whitehead Veterinary Science Kiana G.
Morris Physics Yuri G.
Brown Ag Science Owen G.
Dowling Developmental Algebra Grace H.
Smith Earth Science Block Brendyn H.
D'Annunzio English 204 Caleb H.
Baumann Spanish 1 Stefani H.
Lowery English 3 Garrison H.
Haynes Culinary Arts Richard H.
Hawkins Forensic Science Morgan H.
Howze Computer Fundamentals James H.
Boykin Geography Mikarra H.
Kendrick Anthropology Carmen H.
Langford Prob and Stats Year Long Donaishia J.
Yon English 103 Alley J.
Smith Earth Science Endreas J.
Hylton Advisor James J.
Morris Physical Science Sean J.
Covert Digital Arts II Audrianna K.
Brewer Honors English IV Chloe K.
Nyland Restaurant Management Attiyah L.
Chambers Geography Mikaeel L.
Kendrick Archaeology Attiyah L.
D'Annunzio English 203 Trinity L.
Genco Geometry Trinity L.
Most Improved Student of the Month Nominees
Teacher: Subject: Nominee:
Witbeck Family/Consumer Science Jessica L.
Folks Game Design Michael L.
Miriam Advisor Mason Loyd M.
Connell Web Design Reilly M.
Smoak English 303 Savannah M.
Boyd Biology Hanna M.
Whitehead Anatomy Kylee M.
Boykin Economics Candi M.
White Electives/Other Jasmine M.
Spicer Transition Skills Avery M.
Team English 403 Emily M.
DeWalk Physical Education Bailey M.
Blankenship Honors Algebra 1 Saviah M.
Hatcher Chemistry Block Bradley M.
Porter Advisor Joseph M.
Davis Math Joseph M.
Patterson Computer Fundamentals Mireydy M.
Carroll Algebra 2 Block Elijah N.
Hatcher Chemistry Khaliya N.
Shuler Honors Algebra 2 Alina N.
Shuler Algebra 2 Laurann N.
Witbeck Health Science 2 Samantha O.
Smoak English 303 Block Ryan O.
Durner US History Isabella O.
Jolly Public Service Terrick P.
Capone Honors English 104 Noah R.
Willis PreCalculus David R.
Connell Computer Fundamentals Malachi R.
Sherbert Geometry Tech Taylor R.
Howze Marketing II Christopher S.
Hooper Advisor Deleonshi S.
Richardson Health Austin S.
Steele Entrepreneurship Kaleb S.
Clouse Chemistry Nolan S.
Pennington U.S. History Nolan S.
Genco Honors Geometry Savannah S.
Lauricella Honors Biology Jordon S.
Wood Psychology Nathaniel S.
Knoerr English 103 Ryan T.
Nesbitt Advisor Shaiann T.
Hawkins Biology Kalianna T.
Haynes Fashion Design Jasmine T.
Taylor Advisor Myia T.
Blankenship Math Readiness Faith U.
Capone English 103 Jesse V.
Patterson Sports Marketing Harley V.
Wood Economics Zaria V.
Durner AP US History Abigail W.
Young French 1 Emily W.
Kendrick Government Dylan W.
Calhoun Advisor Michael W.
McMahon Life Skills Hanna W.
Young Advisor Fantasia W.
Chambers World History Fantasia W.
Richardson Forestry Mattie Y.
Langford Prob and Stats Block Christopher Y.
Blanton Writing Bobby Y.
Hatcher Honors Chemistry Sophia Z.
 Principals Honor Roll $100
Gift Card Winners:

Teachers Honor Roll $50

Gift Card Winners:

End of Course Exams (EOCs)

are coming soon! Those students who are taking an EOC will receive an email in
mid-late March with your testing schedule. Dont confuse EOCs and final ex-
ams! EOCs are taken in-person and are only for students taking English 1, Alge-
bra 1, Continuing Algebra, Biology, and US History. If you are not taking any of
these courses, you do not have an EOC. Final Exams are taken online the last
week of school. If you have any questions about final exams, contact the
teacher for that class.
If you are taking an EOC course and have not yet completed our survey to se-
lect your preferred testing location, please do so by going to
http://tinyurl.com/2017EOCSurvey. The survey will close on Friday, March 17th.
 Club dates can be found on the school calendar on the school home page.

Most clubs meet online in the SCVCS Clubhouse. http://tinyurl.com/SCVCSclubhouse.

Beta Club This meeting is for all Beta Club Members. Sponsors: Holly Dowling and Cindy Reed
The SCVCS High School Book Club meets monthly to enjoy open discussion about the 2015-2016 YABA
Book Club Nominees. The SCVCS High School Book Club is open to all students enrolled in high school cours-
es. Sponsor: Holly Sasser
Come join other students who enjoy crafting. Share pictures and talk about types of crafts you enjoy
Craft Club making. We will highlight a different type of craft each month. We will also come up with a theme for
each month. Sponsor: Jeanette Schuler
FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing careers in business and the largest student busi-
ness organization in the world with a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for real-
FBLA world professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career suc-
cess. Sponsors: Brooke Nyland, Fran Howze, Julia Folks, Meredith Covert, Michelle Patterson, and
Aimee Connell
Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society dedi-
cated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and pro-
Mu Alpha Theta moting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students. Mu Alpha Theta
meets once monthly and our regular meetings are open to all SCVCS students. Sponsor: Patra Lang-
ford
National Honor
This meeting is for members of the National Honor Society. Sponsor: Susan Brewer
Society
Students will learn different aspects of photography such as the use of light, shadow, angle,
Photography
etc. Topics will be discussed in monthly meetings. We will use personal knowledge from both students,
Club
sponsors, online tutorials, and guest speakers. Sponsors: Harriet Smith and Melissa Boyd
The Red Cross club meets once a month to explore the many services provided by the Red Cross, and
Red Cross Club to discuss mission-related service projects that focus on preparedness, blood services, and fundrais-
ing. Sponsor: Terri Betris
The Science Club is open to all students that are interested in participating in science beyond the
Science Club/
classroom. We do a live Demo at each meeting. Science Club Activities will begin in Novem-
Science National
ber. Student enrolled in Honors level Sciences are encouraged to join the Science National Honor So-
Honor Society
ciety. Sponsors: Andrea Lauricella, Lorena Hatcher and Penny Morris
Rho Kappa - Na-
Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and
tional Social
seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. Rho Kappa provides national recogni-
Studies Honor
tion and opportunities for exploration in the social studies. Sponsor: Lee Ann Forrest
Society
The Sociedad Honoraria Hispnica (SHH) is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Span-
Spanish National
ish and/or Portuguese, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portu-
Honor Society
guese (AATSP). Sponsor: Terri Betris
Students Ministering and Serving Him will allow students the opportunity to minister, serve, socialize, and
SMASH (FCA) impact others through their faith in Jesus Christ. All high school students are welcome to attend. Spon-
sors: Kenny Richardson, Brooke Nyland, Cindy Reed, Heather Ray and Adam Steele
The goal of SGA is to provide an opportunity for students to learn and participate in the democratic
Student Govern-
process and leadership develop. Students will also be provided the ability to represent their fellow
ment Association
(SGA) classmates to help promote positive school relations among students, faculty, and staff. Sponsors:
Michelle Patterson and Casie Jolly
If you enjoy music, join us to listen to and participate in discussions of musicians, composers, music
Tri-M (Music) composition, musical styles, and the music business. Open to all high school students. Sponsors: Adam
Steele and Donnette Baumann
Come share your poetry, fiction, or other creative work in a fun, supportive environment! Explore writ-
Writers ing websites, contests, and helpful tips. Well shake things up and try new things each month so that
Roundtable you stay motivated. Newcomers always welcome. Just pop in! Sponsors: Melissa DAnnunzio and
Melissa Creech-Renfroe

For more information about SCVCS High School clubs,

activities, field trips and events, visit us at:

www.scvcshighschool.blogspot.com
 SCVCS Student Spotlight: Carter Kirkland
Carter Kirkland has been playing basketball for years. He loves the game and has played at
several different levels. However, it doesnt stop there. He wants to become a college basketball
player like his dad was. Carter said, I have been playing basketball for 11 years. I have played
rec leagues, AAU, and in school. My dad played collegiate basketball and was a high school
and AAU coach for 17 years. My twin brother and I have played basketball for as long as I can
remember because we want to follow in his footsteps and play in college.
Carter went on to mention the pros and cons of basketball. Like most athletes, the pros far out
-weigh the cons. He said, The cons of playing basketball are the tiresome hours of working on all
aspects of your game. Also, there are going to be games where you are off or lose in a heart-
breaking last second shot. The pros are seeing your hard work pay off and being honored by
awards and championships. I cant imagine my life without basketball. I was a typical gym rat
with my dad always being the last person to leave the gym. I grew up knowing that basketball
would have a defining place in my life. The spirit of competition and the friends that I have made
on the teams that I have played on are irreplaceable facets of the game that I love. Carter is a
hard worker and enjoys practicing the game he loves, which makes it easier for him to be suc-
cessful on the court.
Since basketball is a team sport, we know that each player has their own role on the team. It is
important to know that team sports are won and lost by the team and each member must ac-
cept their role. Carter addressed this by saying, Playing point guard, I have to be the coach on
the court. I try to be the best encourager that I can be to my teammates. My advice to teens
that want to get involved in basketball is GO FOR IT! It is a team sport, it is important to know that
as a member of a team, you wont have to face adversities and the competition alone. You
have to accept the role that you have on the team. When you work as a team together, great
things can be accomplished. If you are willing to make sacrifices and work together through the
trenches, great things will come.
In closing, Carter gave five tips for students aspiring to play basketball. He said, (1) Practice.
Repetitive practice is something that is required for anything that you want to excel in. When you
think you have practiced enough, practice more. (2)Try to improve your overall game. Dont just
work on shooting. Work on all aspects of your game Remember that offense wins games, but
defense wins championships. (3) Your character means more than you know. Being coachable,
teachable, and a pleasure to work with on and off the court is ultimately what will put you and
your team on top of the game. (4) Know your role and adjust when necessary. There are games
that you will score 20. There are games that you just cant seem to hit the broad side of a barn.
You have to be aware enough and mature
enough to know that you might not be the spark
plug in shooting every game, but you can be in
another aspect. If the rock isnt falling for you,
find the one who it is falling for and get the assist.
(5)NEVER GIVE UP! Every athlete has slumps. A
night of misses could turn into a week a
month.... An injury could happen that causes an
unforeseen setback. Keep practicing and keep
your head up. The only way to fail something is to
quit. Remember that how you do one thing is
how you do everythingso NEVER QUIT.

Thank you for sharing your talents and insight with

us, Carter!
 SCVCS Teacher Spotlight: Cindy Reed
My name is , and I am a

Mathematics instructor at SCVCS. Its hard

to believe that this is my 18th year teaching.
Wow How time flies when youre having
fun! I have been teaching for SCVCS for the
last seven years. I enjoy getting to know stu-
dents outside of the classroom too, so I help
sponsor the Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society,
Beta Club, and the SMASH Club. I live in
Greenwood, SC and have lived here for
over 25 years.

After graduating from Clemson University in 1990, I went back to school and earned
my Masters of Education Degree from Lander University. I became a National Board
Certified Teacher in 2001, renewing the certificate in 2011. Learning never stops for
anyone! I believe that learning is a life-long process, and I can always learn some-
thing new to be better than I was the day before.

Spending time with my family is what I like to do most. My husband is a math teach-
er at a local high school, and we have two children Caroline (11) and Leland (8).
Since they are involved in sports, I spend a lot of time outside at practices, games, or
just playing in the yard. It is never a dull moment. Traveling is another activity I like

to do. Anyone that knows me well, understands that the beach is my happy place,
and I cant wait to get back there for Spring Break!

Teaching for SCVCS is the best job Ive ever had. The teachers, staff, and administra-
tion are phenomenal. Teaching is my passion, and I look forward to live Class Con-
nects and interacting with students. I am truly blessed to have this job and am
thankful every day for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our stu-
dents at SCVCS.

Thank you, Mrs. Reed. We appreciate all that you do for the students and staff at
South Carolina Virtual Charter School!