River Valley High School

River Valley High SchoolWhat is there to do here?ClubsThe following groups are clubs on campus. A few groups may be associated with elective classes, however, you may join the club without being enrolled in the class.

National Honor SocietyNational Honor Society is a national organization that recognizes students who show outstanding achievement in scholarship, leadership, character, and service. We are a community service organization that is committed to making our school and community better, but we also believe in making sure our members are always the best they can be by getting the best grades and staying out of trouble.

National Honor SocietyTo be in National Honor Society, students have to keep and maintain at least a 3.2 cumulative grade point average You have to be voted in by a panel of teachers who agree that the student is a good representative of leadership and character. By the national rules, you cant get invited to join NHS until spring of your sophomore year, but you have to start working for it now by getting good grades and staying out of trouble!

Forever Christian ClubAll Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness 2 Timothy 3:16The FCC shall educate students about the bible and other religions. It will promote Christianity and the belief in the God of the bible.

Forever Christian ClubThe Christians Club shall promote and maintain orderly conduct, high academic standards, and Christ like attitude.The FCC shall be open to any students wishing to participate in the activities and studies provided by the club. Meetings are on Wednesdays at lunch in Mrs. Cornelisons room.

Desert EcologyMeetings are on Fridays at lunch in E-105, Mrs. Cornelisons room.

The club participates in a 22 mile backpacking trip to Havasupai Falls

Renaissance A reward club for students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 3.0 is Silver3.5 is Gold4.0 is Platinum. It also looks excellent on your college applications.Students with Gold or Platinum may waive a final at the end of the semester. All renaissance members get out early for lunch on Wednesdays. All get out of class activities are Renaissance ONLY this year.

Speech and DebateTradition of WinningWe have won over 100 tournaments.We have over 60 individual state championships.We have won state 12 times, runner-up 4 times, 3rd twice, 4th once.We are one of the largest teams in AZ.We have two goals: develop each students skills to succeed, then win STATE.

Local and National AwardsArizona Speech/Debate Educator of the Year, 01-02.Community Achievement Award, Educational Programs, 02.National Federation Interscholastic Speech and Debate Association Outstanding Speech & Theater Educator Award, Section 7, which is California, Hawaii, New Mexico, Arizona, 02

Local and National AwardsNational Forensic League, National Award for Excellence in Speech, 07.National Forensic League, 100 Club, Top 10% of national chapters: 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006.

Season & TournamentsSeason:Start: First Day of School; Meet Tuesday/Thursday 3:05 to 5:05 End: April 1st* 7 months of competing 8 months coaching8 to 12 tournaments a year.Tournament:Friday:2:00 pm until 10:00 p.m.Saturday:7:00 am until 8:00 p.m.Total 20 hours River Valley Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Judo* Must have* Physical on file* Waiver of liability and parent consent.*Proof of insurance

facebook@ River Valley High Jiu Jitsu*Our first informational meeting will be zero hour Thursday August 14. In Mr. Howells room A-103. *Classes will begin August,18 so be sure to get your paper work in before then. Our schedule is posted on facebook @ River Valley High Jiu Jitsu and change days usually around 7 A.M.Classes are in the mornings in the wrestling room behind the new gym.

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Gay-straight Alliance (GSA)The Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) promotes awareness of homophobia and anti-LGBTQ bullying and harassment and encourages the population of River Valley High School to accept and respect all individuals regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Meetings are onGay-straight Alliance (GSA)The GSA holds several events or days of action during the year including Ally Week in October and the International Day of Silence in April.The GSA is open to any an all students who want to make River Valley High School a safe and welcoming place.

Student CouncilStudent Council: handles most events on campus; spirit weeks, pep rallies, dances, etc.. We meet as a class everyday during 3rd period and conduct business meetings every Thursday. Students must have a 2.5 GPA to run for a class office. They must have a 3.0 and have been on student council for at least one year to run for a student body position.See Mrs. Queen or a Student Council member for information.

Novel Ninjas- Creative writing clubWe get together and write together on various topics. We participate in National Novel Writing Month, which is in November. We share our stories and plan to compile our work for a book to be in the library. Listen to announcements, there will be a meeting early in the school year to set the meeting day and time for the year.

Theater Productions/Drama ClubFor information see Mrs. R in C-101We put on two plays per year - one in the fall and one in the spring. You can perform or work backstage to put on play productions viewed by the community and school.

Get a chance to be onstage and feel like a superstar! A Stitch in TimeThe main purpose of sewing club is to teach students, boys and girls, to sew. They learn to use a sewing machine and begin with simple projects, working their way up to pattern making. They also do community service projects In the past Christmas stockings were made for our soldiers. Currently the club is making super hero capes and pillow cases for children in foster care; the club wants children to know that others care for them.See Mrs. Brower in E-107 for more information.ArcheryThe Archery Club shall promote the art of marksmanship.The Archery Club shall promote and maintain good sportsmanship and high academic standards.The Archery Club shall be open to any students wishing to participate in the art of marksmanship.See Mr. Lechman for details.

Other clubs Art ClubSpanish clubYearbookFrench ClubSports TeamsCome out and play!Swim TeamThe first official day of practice for swimming is August 11. We swim at the Bullhead Municipal Pool. A van will take students who cannot drive to the pool and back to River Valley to be picked up. If you are interested in swimming, see Coach Riney in room B107.Listen to announcements for information on conditioning workouts before the season starts.

Never swum before? Thats okay! Come out anyways! It is a great way to exercise, compete, and/or stay in shape for winter and spring sports.

SoftballSoftball Team/Club Practice begins February 2014. Coach Amanda Amann (Varsity), Assistant Mark Ruckle (Varsity), Steve Hardesty (Varsity), Gary Howells (Varsity) JC Ferris(JV), Ed Marquez (JV). We will begin holding meetings sometime in September for upcoming fundraisers.

BaseballBaseballSpring SportFreshmen through SeniorsMust pass drug test and meet grade requirements like every other sportOpen Field will start in November (listen for the announcements)Regular practice starts in February (listen for the announcements) Coach LaCasse room E-101 for any questions

Other sports and activitiesAIA activitiesCross country Golf Coach LechmanFootball Coach Ruckle and Coach DuchaineauVolleyball Basketball Boys- Girls- Coach MooreSoccer Girls - Coach King Boys - Track and field - Wrestling Coach Brown Career and Technical Education ClubsThe following clubs are primarily for those who are taking the respective CTE class. Students in these clubs travel to competitions around the state and compete with skills they learn in their CTE classes.

FCCLA and CulinaryFCCLA is a student led, nationally affiliated organization whose goal is to promote leadership skills in young adults in Family and Consumer Science (FACS) classes, such as Culinary Arts. Culinary Arts is a Career and Technical CTE related field where students learn skills to use in building a career and aids in career planning.

FCCLAIt is well established that today's students learn best through hands-on, meaningful experiences. The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) youth leadership organization and the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) complete your Culinary Arts program by providing these experiences. FCCLA is the only Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) with the family as the central focus.

FCCLAFCCLA offers competitions and scholarship opportunities and integrates youth leadership and student-directed learning into your Culinary Arts classes. Arizona FCCLA has over 4,000 members; 1,000 members attended their state conference this year. For more information, contact Mrs. Jackson, meetings are Tuesdays at lunch

CulinaryStudents have several great opportunities through our Culinary program: 1. Earn college credits at MCC toward your Associates degree while still in high school!2. Successfully complete 2 years - Culinary Arts I and Culinary Arts II and earn a credit to satisfy a science credit.3. We are working on the same benefit for math credit!Students need to be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior, so plan for your sophomore year to take Culinary Arts!

SkillsUSAMission is to empower its members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible citizens.We elect officers.

Regional competition is in Yuma, state competition in Phoenix, nationals in KC, Missouri, and world championships in Germany.

SkillsUSA AwardsIn the brief two years of competition, we have had 4 regional winners, 7 state medalist, 3 state champions, and three national qualifiers.We have leadership training in Prescott, Phoenix and Washington D.C. See Mr. Jackson C-102 for details

HOSAHealth Occupations Students of AmericaAnyone interested in a health care career, such as: doctors, nurses, dental assistant, dental hygienist, radiologist, phlebotomist??

HOSAHealth Occupations Students of AmericaMeetings are the second Tuesday of the month in B-105 at lunch.For more information see Ms. Weber in B-105 or Mrs. Amann.Performing ArtsWe NOW have BAND, CHOIR and Keyboarding (the piano kind)See Mr. Carlson in G-101 or the counselors if you would like to add one of these classes!

Want to Ride Coasters? Join Math Club!Like free food? Join Math Club!

Dont want to do math? Thats OK with us.RVHS Math Club We have fun.Meetings Wednesdays at lunch in Mr. Grants room.