ACADEMICS: Emilei Addington State Semifinalist for NASA
Congratulations to Scholars Academy Magnet for Business and Law senior Emilei Addington for being named the state semifinalist for the NASA Future Engineers Lunar Mission Essay Contest. Read her entry here: https://www.futureengineers.org/artemismoonpodessay/gallery/47437
Click here to view all the names that made the Semifinalist list.
Have You Purchased Your Yearbook Yet?
ATHLETICS: Ridge View Girls and Boys Basketball Banquet
Click the flyer to view all the photos from the banquet
Richland 2 Virtual Teacher Recruitment Fair
Don’t forget to register for our April Virtual Teacher Recruitment Fair.
We are so excited to share this month’s video with you. Monet talks with Dr. Nicole Swineheart, an ambulatory equine veterinarian. Please find time to watch and share with your classes. Click here to view the full interview.
Prom will be held on May 1st at R2i2. Due to COVID-19 procedures, space is limited. Students have the option of attending Session 1 (7 PM-9 PM) or Session 2 (10 PM-12 AM). A limited number of tickets are on sale for $40 until April 23rd. All tickets must be purchased online through the parent’s Parent Portal account and students should register themselves and their guest if applicable through Parent Portal prior to purchasing tickets. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Bovidge at abovidge@richland2.org or Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org.
ATHLETICS: Ridge View Blazers Sideline Storeis NOW OPEN
Need some Ridge View Merchandise? Check out our NEW Ridge View Sports Online Store! To launch our Grand opening, treat yourself to 25% off with the code Spirit21(valid until 4/30/21). Items ship directly to you!
ACADEMICS: Magnet Schools of America Scholarship Application Open
$1,000 postsecondary scholarship award that may be used for expenses including textbooks, technology and other related educational materials at a two/four year college or career and technical training institution.
ONLY 1 Applicant per school. If you are interested please email Ellen Harrison, eharriso@richland2.org for the application packet.
ATHLETICS: 2nd Annual Blazer Golf Classic
Ridge View Boys Golf held their 2nd Annual Golf Classic on March 30,2021. Click here to view the pictures from the Golf Classic.
ACTIVITIES: Final Blood Drive on April 26th
Ridge View will host its final blood drive of the school year on April 26th. The Bloodmobile will be located at the front of the school from 9:30 AM to 3 PM. Sign up by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using the code RVBlazers. In addition, there is a special promotion! Donors between the ages of 16 and 24 will receive a $10 e-gift card!! Students, take advantage of this opportunity!! If you are 16 years old, you may donate but must complete the parent permission form that is located outside of M-141. Contact Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org with any questions!
Seniors, Cap & Gowns will be delivered on April 15th in the cafeteria parking lot. All orders must be paid in full and students should remain in their vehicles and follow the blue line to receive their items. Please arrive at your appointment time (found here). If you have not ordered your items necessary for graduation, you need to do that as soon as possible by visiting thegraduationcenter.com. Contact Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org with any questions.
ACADEMICS: Sarah Hasan Named to Ron Brown Scholars
Congratulations to Scholars Academy Magnet for Business and Law senior Sarah Hasan for being accepted as a Ron Brown Scholars Capstone program member aka Captain.
We are so proud of you!!! – Mrs. Walker
ACTIVIES: Prom Tickets Are on Sale!
Prom will be held on May 1st at R2i2. Due to COVID-19 procedures, space is limited. Students have the option of attending Session 1 (7 PM-9 PM) or Session 2 (10 PM-12 AM). A limited number of tickets are on sale for $40 until April 23rd. All tickets must be purchased online through the parent’s Parent Portal account and students should register themselves and their guest if applicable through Parent Portal prior to purchasing tickets. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Bovidge at abovidge@richland2.org or Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org.
Congratulations to 3 of our seniors, Grace Hardwick, Sarah- Emily Shephard, and Yazmine Latimore on passing their first part of the National Registry EMT Certification with Westwood Fire and Rescue.
Happy Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month
The Month of March was Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month. We would like to thank Ms. Kanisha Jenkins and Mr. Jeffrey Sincavage for everything you all do for Ridge View High School and Our Athletic Department!
March 2021 Student of the Month
ATHLETICS: Boys Golf Victory over Westwood High School
Congratulations to the Ridge View Boys Golf Team for their victory over Westwood on Thursday April 1st. The Blazers battled the Redhawks at LinRick under windy conditions and cooler temperatures to pull out the win. The final score of the match was Ridge View 210 Westwood 218. The Blazers were led by junior Brent Wilson who shot a 3 over par 40.
ATHLETICS: Ridge View Blazers Sideline Store is NOW OPEN
Need some Ridge View Merchandise? Check out our NEW Ridge View Sports Online Store! To launch our Grand opening, treat yourself to 25% off with the code Spirit21(valid until 4/30/21). Items ship directly to you!
Congratulations to Michael McQueen on his selection as a North-South All-Star! Big time honor! First time for a Ridge View Wrestler since 2003.
ACTIVITIES: Final Blood Drive April 26th
Ridge View will host its final blood drive of the school year on April 26th. The Bloodmobile will be located at the front of the school from 9:30 AM to 3 PM. Sign up by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using the code RVBlazers. In addition, there is a special promotion! Donors between the ages of 16 and 24 will receive a $10 e-gift card!! Students, take advantage of this opportunity!! If you are 16 years old, you may donate but must complete the parent permission form that is located outside of M-141. Contact Ms. Fennell at pfennell@richland2.org with any questions!
ACTIVITIES: Student Body President Interviews Dr. Bell for Women’s History Month
Ridge View’s Student Body Pres. Yazmine Latimore did a great job interviewing SC Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell about Covid, her career path & advice for students pursuing their pathways to purpose.
Click here to view the FULL interview with Dr. Bell
ACTIVITIES: Free Styling Sessions for Prom!
Senior ladies, are you attending Prom? Check out this video for tips from Erin Hopkins, a personal stylist and image consultant! Want more personalized advice about makeup, jewelry, or other accessories? Sign up for a FREE virtual consultation on April 3rd or April 17th by contacting Ms. Fennell today!! You can swing by M-141 or email her at pfennell@richland2.org to secure your spot!
Richland Two is planning to offer SOAR (Summer Opportunity for Academic Readiness), a FREE, in-person extended learning camp.
Please note SOAR is separate from the Read to Succeed Summer Reading Camp offered by the district each summer. This is separate from the traditional summer school for middle and high school students who need summer school to be promoted to the next grade. Students cannot participate in both. SOAR is separate from Special Education Extended School Year (ESY) Services that is offered each summer. Some Special Education students will have the option of attending both SOAR and ESY. Click here to read more information about SOAR. Email info@richland2.org if you have any questions.
If you’re interested,log into your Parent Portal account between March 22-March 31 and indicate:
Babies and young children are eager to learn about everything in the world around them. Play is an essential part of this process. Join us, March 31st at Noon, as we share tips on creating an interactive, fun, activity-based environment for young children to explore during those critical developmental years of infancy through toddlerhood.
Thank you to Ridge View High School’s Assistant Principals, Dr. Evans, Mrs. Myers, Mr. Ross, and Mr. Young, for all that they do for the Staff, Students, and Community.
Please view below a special message from Ridge View’s StuCo members!
SOAR: Summer Opportunity For Academic Readiness
Richland Two is planning to offer SOAR (Summer Opportunity for Academic Readiness), a FREE, in-person extended learning camp.
Please note SOAR is separate from the Read to Succeed Summer Reading Camp offered by the district each summer. This is separate from the traditional summer school for middle and high school students who need summer school to be promoted to the next grade. Students cannot participate in both. SOAR is separate from Special Education Extended School Year (ESY) Services that is offered each summer. Some Special Education students will have the option of attending both SOAR and ESY. Click here to read more information about SOAR. Email info@richland2.org if you have any questions.
If you’re interested,log into your Parent Portal account between March 22-March 31 and indicate:
Students, are you are interested in participating in our dodgeball tournament? Sign up in M-141 by Wednesday for only $3. The game will be played on Thursday April 1st, during lunch and will cost $1 for all spectators!! Proceeds will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund.
ACTIVITIES: Free Styling Sessions for Prom!
Senior ladies, are you attending Prom? Check out this video for tips from Erin Hopkins, a personal stylist and image consultant! Want more personalized advice about makeup, jewelry, or other accessories? Sign up for a FREE virtual consultation on April 3rd or April 17th by contacting Ms. Fennell today!! You can swing by M-141 or email her at pfennell@richland2.org to secure your spot!
Benefits of Using Sign Language with Young Children
This webinar establishes the proven benefits of signing with young children as well as highlighting some steps you can take to be successful in using signs. Join us, March 30th at Noon, as we demonstrate practical signs you can incorporate when communicating with young children.
