Hot off the presses!
Today US News & World Report published their 2025 Best Middle Schools rankings, and the news is great for Swan Valley Middle School! We earned a Best Middle Schools badge for our placement among the top 40% in the state (248 out of 1998 = the top 12.4%).
Here’s a look at what the published about our district, including the new rankings:
https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/middle-schools/michigan/district-103290
A shout out to the amazing staff and students in our building!
The 7th Grade Volleyball teams continued their perfect season with a pair of commanding victories this week, remaining undefeated with a 3-0 record.
Monday, Nov. 11 - Alma Panthers
Both the 7th Grade B and A teams faced off against the Alma Panthers on Monday, and both squads walked away with 3-0 wins.
The B Team started strong, winning all three sets: 25-17, 25-11, and 25-19. Grace Horny was the standout player, leading the team in serving with an impressive 13 points, including several aces. Piper Sova also contributed significantly with 5 points from the service line. At the net, Alayna Metiva, Aubrey Allore, and Kenley Townsend each had a kill. Meanwhile, Mia Castillo was solid in the back row, leading the team with digs and ensuring Alma had few chances to rally.
The A Team was equally dominant, cruising to victories with set scores of 25-1, 23-3, and 25-16. Harper Wagner had a remarkable performance, serving 18 points in a row to kick off the 2nd set. Ryelle Thompson was also strong at the service line with 14 consecutive points, while McKenna Miller added 9. Maeva Sobol was instrumental in setting up the offense, leading the team in assists. At the net, Maci Wilson might be small but she is mighty and contributed 4 kills to keep the Panthers on their heels.
Wednesday, Nov. 13 - Ithaca Yellowjackets
On Wednesday, the Vikings traveled to Ithaca, and both teams kept their streaks intact with more convincing wins.
The B Team once again swept their opponent with set scores of 25-15, 25-12, and 25-5. Grace Horny was on fire, racking up 26 serving points, 15 of which were aces. Piper Sova added 9 serving points over the course of three sets. Alayna Metiva, Aubrey Allore, and Emily Rocha contributed a kill each at the net, while the team's strong defensive play, led by Horny’s serving and Castillo’s digs, kept Ithaca on the defensive.
The A Team matched the B team’s performance with a 3-0 sweep: 25-12, 25-13, and 25-10. Serving was again a key factor, with Addison Ball, Maggie Kennelly, and Ryelle Thompson stepping up to lead the charge. McKenna Miller had her best game of the season at the net, tallying 8 kills, while Harper Wagner added 5 kills. Ryelle Thompson led the offense with 10 assists, and together with Evelyn Miller and Wagner, they combined for 10 additional assists, setting up their teammates for success.
Looking Ahead:
The Vikings' undefeated streak will be put to the test next Monday as they face a tough challenge against the Freeland Falcons on the road. With both teams playing at such a high level, this upcoming matchup is sure to be an exciting one! Be sure to catch the action as these teams look to keep their perfect records intact.
Go Vikings!
🎉🏆 And the Results Are In! 🏆🎉
As part of our Spanish curriculum, students complete regular Duolingo assignments to build their language skills. But some truly dedicated learners went above and beyond, competing all marking period to earn the most XP in their class!
🎉 Congratulations to the top 3 XP earners from each hour:
1st Hour: Aiden C., Lexus J., and Carley K.
2nd Hour: Roman R., Ella H., and Parker F.
3rd Hour: Benjamin K., Silas M., and Lorraine D.
4th Hour: Ryder M., Grace H., and Charles S.
5th Hour: Alina Z., Velia F., and Savannah C.
7th Hour: Charlie F., Sutton H., and Taelor S.
These students have shown incredible dedication, determination, and a passion for learning Spanish (and Duolingo)! To celebrate their hard work, they each earned a prize pack, which included a Duolingo magnet, a Duolingo sticker, and a Duolingo mask (as modeled by some students!)
Keep up the amazing work, everyone! Good luck to the competitors this marking period!
1st Marking Period Perfect Attendance
Congratulations to Kyra & Jaxson! They are the TOP DAWGS this week .
November Spirit Day & Assembly 💙
It was a family fun evening at our first Family Movie Series in the Swan Valley Performing Arts Center! Be sure to mark your calendar for DOUBLE FEATURE coming December 8th. Kick off the holiday season with Elf and/or Kung Fu Panda 4.
https://secure.smore.com/n/srxje
Please take a minute to read our weekly announcements.
Honoring all veterans
The B-Well program came in to Mr. Felsing's nutrition classes today and taught students about the health benefits of squash. Students then got the opportunity to cook and eat squash in four different forms.
The 8th Grade Viking Volleyball teams traveled to Frankenmuth to kick off their season. The B team dominated all 3 sets with great serving from Lexi Lopez and Cayla Pagano. Rylie Nachtweih and Vivienne Ardouin led the way on the court with great passing and setting!
The A team played a long 3 set match, losing 2 sets to 1. Norah Jennings came in clutch to extend the game to set 3 by serving 6 consecutive serves to win set 2! Ava Stroud was magnificent setting, scrambling, and everything in between for the Vikings!
Both teams will be back in action next Monday against Alma!
With only two days of practice and a very quick start, the 7th grade Vikings, approached the court with both excitement and a lot of nerves. The nerves quickly faded as they took control of the game against the Frankenmuth Eagles.
Swan Valley 7th grade B team played first with an impressive performance, defeating Frankenmuth in straight sets: 25-8, 25-12, and 25-20. For many on this team, it was their first official volleyball game. This team has a lot of hidden potential that is sure to shine as the season progresses.
The team’s serving was a key factor in their overwhelming win, with Cameryn Kornecky leading the charge with an impressive 13 service points. Her aggressive serves, including several aces, kept the Frankenmuth defense scrambling and helped her team build an early lead in each set. Grace Horny followed closely behind with 12 service points, contributing a variety of strong serves that kept the pressure on Frankenmuth throughout the match. Horny’s performance was complemented by her smart play at the net, where she also added several key tips that caught the opposing defense off guard. Alayna Metiva was equally important to the team’s success, contributing 6 service points and playing aggressively in the back row.
The 7th Grade A team put on an impressive show, sweeping Frankenmuth in straight sets with scores of 25-19, 25-7, and 25-13. In the first set, the A team faced a bit of early resistance, with Frankenmuth managing to keep things close for a while. But the team quickly found their rhythm, with strong serves and consistent passing that helped them maintain control.
From the serving line, McKenna Miller, Addison Ball, and Ryelle Thompson were contributing factors to the team’s strong offensive. McKenna’s 11 serving points set the tone, while Addison’s 7 and Ryelle’s 6 points, kept the pressure on Frankenmuth throughout the match.
At the net, Harper Wagner was unstoppable with her 8 kills, but she wasn’t alone. Addison Ball contributed 5 kills. Ryelle Thompson set up her teammates beautifully with 5 assists.
In both the A and B team games, each individual effort, whether it was a serve, a set, or a kill, contributed to the bigger picture of a hard-working team. The players didn’t just rely on one or two standout performances; instead, they all chipped in and supported one another, building the momentum as the matches went on.
The team's depth for both A & B team is a huge advantage this season. With such a strong foundation, these teams are bound to be a lot of fun to watch—not just because of their skill, but because of the energy and excitement they bring to every match. Fans will definitely be in for a treat as these girls grows together. This season is shaping up to be something special!
The 7th graders will face Alma & Ithaca away next Monday and Wednesday.
Congratulations to the 8th grade students who scored a 1010 or better demonstrating their College & Career Readiness.
Congratulations to the 8th grade students who scored in the Top 10 of Swan Valley Middle School!
Attention Viking Fans! Swan Valley Varsity Volleyball will take on Frankenmuth tonight at 6:00 p.m. at Carrollton High School in the District Finals! Lets pack the stands to show support and cheer on the Lady Vikes! Tickets can only be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/2122323. Cash or passes will not be accepted.
Go Vikings!
Throw Back Thursday - Brough to you by the 2010's: Dress Up Days
October's BWELL staff challenge winner! The focus was wellness bingo and creating a better environment for students and staff. Congratulations to Angie Luter who received 6 bingos!
We are extending the deadline to order to Sunday, November 10th!
This week's top DAWGS.... Vivienne Ardouin & Jacob Farr !
