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Art Club |
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Art is an adventure into an
unknown world, which can only be explored by those willing to take
the risks. –Mark
Rothko. Art club is run by Mr. Nelson |
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Biology Club |
Biology Club meets every Wed after school. We are in charge of maintaining the marine aquarium on display in the science wing of our school. We are also judge the elementary science fair and are involved with projects such as making solar heaters, rain barrels, and other 'green' projects. Biology Club is run by Mr. Lovrien.
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Quiz
Bowl |
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Quiz Bowl is
an academic extra-curricular activity for students in grades 9-12.
High School participants meet one morning and one afternoon per week
to study for upcoming tournaments. For more information on
lettering, participation, etc., please contact Jessica Simmons at
jessica.simmons@k12.sd.us
. Students at the high school level will participate in 7 or 8 local
tournaments. |
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Destination Imagination |
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Destination Imagination is a creative
problem solving activity that prepares students to work together to
solve problems. Teams compete at the regional, state and global
levels. The season runs from September through May, and is open to
all students grades 3-12 in Brandon Valley. For more information, or
to register a team contact Jessica Simmons, Coordinator, at
jessica.simmons@k12.sd.us. The direct link for competition dates is
http://bw005.k12.sd.us/Academic Competitions.htm
for additional information visit
www.idodi.org
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Drama Club |
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In Drama Club they take trips
to different plays, then later they would discuss everything about
the play. Mrs. M. Sittig is the
coordinator. |
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes |
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any information on this as of right now, but should be in the
future. Mr. Marso is the coordinator. |
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FFA |
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The FFA is an organization,
that competes in different types of agriculture events. The Fall
events are: Ag. Broadcasting, Ag Sales, Parliamentary Procedure, Job
Interview, Ag Issues and the FFA Creed Speaking. The Spring events
include: Dairy Foods Judging, Dairy Cattle Judging, Horse Judging,
Livestock Judging, Ag. Mechanics, Natural Resources and Food Science
Technology. The FFA puts on their own events such as the Tractor
Drives, FFA Week, and Bowling throughout the year. Fruit Sales is
their fundraiser for the year. The eligible members include anyone that has
taken one of Mr. Griesse's classes. The Brandon officers are Austin
Carlson; President, Ellen Minihan, Vice-President; Ryan Samsel,
Treasurer; Cassie Shroeder, Secretary; Cierra Bultje, Reporter;
Laura Broekemeier, Reporter; Wyatt Sundvold, Sentinel; Debbie
Cooperrider, Sentinal; and Mr. Griesse, Advisor. You can access the
state FFA website. |
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Junior Duck Stamp Club |
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Jr. Duck Stamp Club meets
Thursday after school. Students study ducks and their
environment, paint a duck and submit it in a state-wide high school
competition. Winners compete nationally. President is
Brad Hamer; adviser is Mrs. Sewell. |
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Mentor/Tutor |
- Mentors work one-on-one with elementary or middle school students who
need a buddy, role model or someone that will work with them individually on an
academic subject.
- Tutors work with elementary or middle school students either on a
one-on-one basis, in small groups, or work with a whole class and help a teacher on
academic subjects.
- Please contact Mrs. Stemwedel for more information about being a mentor
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National Honors Society |
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National Honor Society is a
national organization which recognizes outstanding scholarship,
leadership, and volunteerism. The Chapter in Brandon Valley High
School must follow the national constitution. In the spring of their
junior year, students with a GPA of 3.4 or higher are notified of
their academic eligibility. They may then apply for membership by
filling out an application (Assessment Sheet
Personal Data Sheet) that requires
proven leadership experiences and proven community service
experience. In addition, the character of each nominee is reviewed
by the faculty. Incidences of academic dishonesty or violations of
law that resulted in nonparticipation in extra-curricular activities
will be taken into account during the character review. Students who
become academically eligible following the completion of their
junior year or the completion of the first semester of their senior
year are notified of their academic eligibility and invited to apply
for membership in NHS. All members of NHS must do a minimum of 5
service hours a semester. Advisors are Kent Anderson, Al Hogie, and
Joli Gallagher |
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Oral
Interpretation |
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Oral Interpretation is a
performance activity that allows students to perform plays and other
pieces of literature for an audience using just voice and body. No
props or costumes are allowed; the focus is on creating a character
and/or a scene. Students may perform by themselves or with groups of
other students. The performances are then entered into competitive
tournaments. In the fall semester, a class is offered to prepare
students for performances and competition. There is also the
opportunity to work after school for students who want to compete
but are unable to take the class.
For more information, contact
Ms. Koehn |
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Peer
Helpers |
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Peer Helpers program is based on a simple premise: Within every
school, an informal "helping network" exists. Students with problems
naturally seek out other students who they can trust. They seek them
out for advice, help in getting assistance, or just to provide
empathetic listening. The Peer Helpers program utilizes this
existing helping network and provides training to students who are
already serving as informal helpers. The training gives them skills
to more effectively help others.
Peer
Helpers have additional roles within our school. They serve as
student ambassadors whenever new students enter the district,
provide referrals when appropriate, assist with special projects,
and promote a positive attitude in school. Identification of Peer
Helpers is done by the students in the fall of entering freshmen
year.
Meetings are held whenever necessary. Mrs.
Stemwedel, Mrs. Lupkes, and Mr. Thorson are the
coordinators for the Peer Helpers.
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Photography Club |
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Photography Club meets Tuesday
after school. You don't need a camera just an interest in
photography. Photo Club is responsible for the Got Milk?
booth at the semi annual BV Health Fair and other photo
opportunities. President is Megan Peltier; Adviser is Mrs.
Sewell. |
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Public
Speaking |
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Students who are interested
in competitive public speaking can work on extemporaneous speaking
and original oratory. Both are activities in which students research
and write speeches on either current events or a topic of their
choice and present these speeches in a competitive setting. Students
interested in this can take the oral interpretation class and use
that class time to prepare for their speeches or can work
independently after school to prepare.
For more information, contact
Ms. Koehn |
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Student
Council |
Student
Council representatives are elected by their class in the spring
preceding their governing school year. As an elected representative,
the primary responsibility is to bring the views and concerns of
your class to the council meeting. At the council meeting you must
make decisions based on your wisdom and judgment of the situation as
well as the views and concerns of the class.
Once a council decision has been made, it is the responsibility of the
representative to support the decision, keeping in mind that whatever is adopted
by a council could, however, be changed at a later date.
Meetings are held at the beginning of each month. Mr. Thorson and Mrs.
Lupkes are the
coordinators for the Student Council. |
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SALSA |
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made up of 300+ members from the four Sioux Falls area high schools,
is an organization focused on volunteerism. The HELP!Line Center
facilitates group meetings and links high school students to
volunteer opportunities in the community through this program.
Volunteering enables students to explore careers and increase
awareness of community needs. Meetings at Brandon Valley are
held Thursday mornings at 7:15 in the library.
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