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Good evening, Seneca Valley!
New month, New quarter, New look! We hope that this new layout will be more user friendly; each issue will now highlight only brand-new information, with tabs and links provided for deeper dives and archived content.
I hope everyone is having a good weekend and remembered to set their clocks back one hour for the end of Daylight Savings Time!
Please read the Seneca Valley High School (SVHS) Green and Gold newsletter for important Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and Seneca Valley updates.
Reminder that Monday is a professional day and Tuesday is election day so there will be no school for students.
We hope that you have a great week of school!
Ricardo Hernandez, Principal
Upcoming Important Dates:
Upcoming Important Dates:
11/2 & 11/3 No school for students
11/4 First Day of 2nd Marking Period
11/11 Open House 7:50-11:00am
11/12 Report Card Distribution
11/23 Parent Conferences
11/23-11/25 Early Release Days
New this Week!
New this Week!
The No Hate Tour Assembly
The No Hate Tour Assembly
All students had the opportunity to be experience The No Hate High School Tour this week. This is an incredibly impactful educational program that uses the energy and excitement of action sports to deliver critical bullying prevention tools, techniques, and information to students in a relatable, peer-to-peer manner. The program features top BMX stars that teens admire performing high-energy action sports shows on campus while speaking to the students about their own experiences with bullying, overcoming obstacles, being an ally, inclusion, kindness, surrounding yourself with positive influences, problem-solving, mental health awareness, and other important subjects.
Check out photos here.
New Student Site
New Student Site
We have added a student focused page to our website so student can access all the important information in one location. Please have them check it out!
https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/student-life-sv/home
The Depths of the Valley Horror Edition
The Depths of the Valley Horror Edition
Edition II of Depths of the Valley Horror! Please enjoy this installment of our TENTH Depths of the Valley Literary Magazine--publication in May!
Open House at SV 11/11
Open House at SV 11/11
We are excited to open our doors on November 11th from 7:45- 11:10am and welcome any parents and caregivers who would like the opportunity to visit morning classes and participate in listening circles to give us feedback.
We are asking everyone who plans to attend to complete the Attendance Form Here so we can plan accordingly.
Access the full memo here.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher Conferences
We will be offering both virtual and in person conferences on Monday November 23rd. Virtual appointments will be available from 12:30-3:30 (by appointment only and in person conferences will be available from 5:00-7:00.
Look for more information to come!
SV Spotlight of the week
SV Spotlight of the week
Seneca Valley Named a Top 25 Engineering Source School
Seneca Valley Named a Top 25 Engineering Source School
Seneca Valley High School has been recognized by the University of Maryland’s A. James Clark School of Engineering as one of its Top 25 Source Schools for the 2026–27 academic year!
This honor reflects the dedication of our outstanding teachers and staff, who serve as critical links in preparing in-state talent for world-class higher education. The Clark School’s undergraduate engineering programs are currently ranked #22 nationally by U.S. News & World Report.
Congratulations to our Screaming Eagles for continuing to soar in STEM!
SVHS PTSA
SVHS PTSA
We are excited to share that we had a PTSA meeting and elected a board. More information will be shared about future meetings and how you can get involved to support Seneca valley.
Message from SV Boosters
Message from SV Boosters
Visit us on social media!
IG: #seneca_boosters and #stormtheeagle
Facebook: Seneca Valley HS Boosters
X (Twitter): @svhsbooster
Joins us for fun in Concessions- Sign up Here!
We are currently still looking for volunteers to fill: Concessions Chair, Fundraiser Chair, Nomination Committee:and Square Administrator. If you have any interest in filling any of the roles, please reach out.
Best, Tisha Chrobak, Seneca Valley High School Booster President 2024-2027
Next Meeting: Nov 10, Tues 6-8pm
Fundraiser: Join Seasonal Roots for just $30 and Seasonal Roots will make a $20 contribution to the SVHS Boosters!
Access the Boosters Site for all the Information here
This week in Athletics
This week in Athletics
Student Athletes, Families, and Screaming Eagle Fans!
#SVProud #OneValley #RallyTheValley
Use the link for this week’s Weekly update for Athletic Info.
Get all the Athletics Info at: https://www.svhsathletics.org/
Upcoming SV Events
Upcoming SV Events
"Clue" Fall Play
From the table to the screen to the stage, CLUE has been entertaining audiences since 1943 and now promises chuckles, intrigue, and excitement on the Seneca Valley stage this fall.
This fast-paced, satirical whodunit will delight audiences ages 10 and up. Rated PG for mild innuendo and a bit of light murder.
November 12, 13, 14 @ 7pm and November 14 @ 2pm, 2026
Tickets online at www.svhsbop.com;
$10 Adult and $7 students.
Group discounts
Group of 5: $40
Group of 10: $75
Golden Ticket (one adult pass to all 4 shows): $32
Festival Francophone
Seneca Valley is hosting this year's Festival Francophone! Join SVHS and other schools to celebrate National French Week and the diversity of French speakers from Montgomery County on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 6-8 pm in the cafeteria. Check out these posters for more information. Sign up to attend or volunteer.
Reminders & UPdates From MCPS!
Reminders & UPdates From MCPS!
Dual enrollment - spring registration
Spring registration for Dual Enrollment begins on Monday, November 2nd! Due to fiscal constraints, there has been a reduction of funds for Dual Enrollment. Only students who meet the state's College and Career Readiness (CCR) standards designation as determined at the end of Grade 10 will be able to take classes at no cost. Access information on payment and courses more Here
Give your INPUT: 2027-2028 Calendar Survey & Closure & Consolodation Study
As MCPS continues to develop the 2027-2028 school calendar, the district is seeking more input from you!
Complete this second survey to share input on the proposed draft calendar for the 2027-2028 school year. The survey will close on Friday, Nov. 6. Take the survey.
School Closure and Consolidation Study: Last Round One Virtual Session; Nov. 2
MCPS is wrapping up the first phase of community engagement sessions on the elementary and middle school closure and consolidation study. The final opportunity to provide feedback in a virtual meeting is: Join on Zoom — Mon, Nov. 2, 6-7 p.m.
If you’ve already attended one of our sessions, please take the time to share your perspective on our feedback form. Your valuable input will be reflected in our updated FAQs, which will be available in the coming weeks. The form is open through Wednesday, Nov. 4.
A second round of engagement sessions will be held in late November and early December.
Visit mcpsstudy.org to review study information, explore frequently asked questions, learn about the process and find opportunities to share your feedback. Learn more.
Public Comment on Two Policies Due Nov. 6
The Board of Education is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to two policies — Policy IPD: Travel Study Programs, Field Trips and Student Organization Trips and Policy BLB: Rules of Procedures in Appeals and Hearings.
The comment period for Policy IPD closes Friday, Nov. 6. Submit comments on Policy IPD.
The comment period for Policy BLB closes Friday, Nov. 6. Submit comments on Policy BLB.
Remembrance and Reconciliation Lessons
Emancipation Day in Maryland is celebrated annually on November 1st to honor the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. November is also designated as Remembrance and Reconciliation Month in Montgomery County, Maryland. During this month, the Division of Teaching and Learning provides five K–12, 15-minute lessons that must be taught during November, culminating in a student feedback survey. This will be done at Seneca Valley Nov 23-25th.
Parent/Caregiver Letters [English / Spanish] Resources for Talking About Race and Racism [English / Spanish]
Nominate an Outstanding Educator today!
Do you know a teacher, librarian, or media specialist who goes above and beyond to support students in National History Day® (NHD)? Recognize their hard work by submitting a nomination for the Maryland History Day Teacher of the Year Award!
Deadline: December 15, 2026
Nominate: Submit the educator’s contact details, courses taught, and a brief description of why they are being nominated via the online Nomination Form https://tinyurl.com/MdToyNomination
Eligibility: Any educator supporting NHD student projects this year. Self-nominations are welcome!
Criteria: Nominees should show strong dedication to NHD, enthusiasm for guiding student projects, and creative, culturally responsive history instruction using diverse primary sources.
Recognition: Selected winners receive a plaque, prize money, and recognition at the Maryland History Day Ceremony on May 8, 2027, at UMBC.
Opportunities for Students
Opportunities for Students
*NEW* USG Lab Crawl: Open to high school students interested in engineering, technology, health or life sciences. Discover what it’s like to learn and work in these fields through interactive simulations and hands-on activities. Event is from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2 at the Universities at Shady Grove, Building IV, 9631 Gudelsky Drive in Rockville. Register.
C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition: Students in 6th through 12th grades are invited to participate in C-SPAN’s annual national video documentary StudentCam competition, which encourages them to think critically about issues that affect our communities. This year, students are being asked to create a five-to-six-minute video documentary on a topic that relates to the competition theme, “Mr. Speaker, I Rise To …”. Deadline: Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2027.
Speak Up, Save A Life Video Contest: Create an original video promoting awareness of the dangers of illicit opioids, overdose and fentanyl among teens. Secondary students can earn 10 SSL hours. Videos can be submitted in English or Spanish. First place wins $5,000, 2nd place, $3,000 and 3rd place, $1,000. Deadline: Monday, Nov. 30. Submit an entry.
Families Navigating Kids, Games, and Online Play: Wednesday, November 11, 3:00 PM Gaming is no longer just entertainment, it's a multibillion-dollar social ecosystem. In this session, we'll break down what modern gaming actually looks like, from in-game chats to microtransactions and livestream play, as well as the psychological design behind "endless play." We'll move beyond the old screen-time debate to share practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing in-game spending, and saying connected to your kid's digital world so you can support smart choices without shutting the game down.
Register HERE https://bit.ly/4dWHNPV Can't make the live webinar? Register anyway to access the recording on demand shortly after.
Student Service Learning (SSL)
Student Service Learning (SSL)
How to Submit SSL Hours at Seneca Valley
Students need 75 SSL hours for graduation
Students need 75 SSL hours for graduation
Find an opportunity:
➡️Check out this chart to get started
Complete the SSL form: MCPS Form 560-51
➡️How to fill out the SSL form: Click here for a video
Upload a pdf or picture of your SSL form to the google form linked below:
➡️SVHS SSL Submission Google Form
If you are unable to attach your completed MCPS Form 560-51 Form to the Google form, please email it please email it to me at: Paulina_M_Duffy@mcpsmd.org
If sending via email, please include your Student ID Number & "SSL Form" in the subject line.
Please note: Hours are updated regularly. Students should be able to view their updated number of hours by the end of each marking period.
➡️You can also upload a pdf or picture of your SSL form using this QR code
Click here for November 2026 SSL Announcements for MCPS Students/Families
Notes From the SVHS College & Career Center
Notes From the SVHS College & Career Center
Mr. Nalda, SVHS College & Career Navigator | Room 2408 | 240-740-6418 | Email | SVHS College & Career Center Website
Month Events: Applying to Colleges? PLEASE REVIEW!
The next major deadline is November 1! (including UMD for anyone applying)
MCPS & MICUA - On the Spot Admissions Event
On November 20 and December 4, MCPS will be hosting an on-the-spot, instant decision event with several Maryland Independent Colleges and Universities. This is an event where prospective students can meet with an admissions rep via Zoom and receive an immediate decision, which will sometimes include a scholarship. Click here for more info
Maryland Private College Application Days - Application Fees Waived!
Apply to Maryland’s private colleges with no application fees! Last day is November 9! Click here for more info
College & Career Representative Visits in the College & Career Center
To attend a college visit, students must register in Naviance (click to learn how) and have permission from their teacher in order to attend. It is the responsibility of each student to make-up any work they may miss. Unless noted, visits will take place in the College & Career Center, Room #2408.
Click here to learn more and see who is scheduled to visit SVHS this Fall!
Upcoming Scholarships
Upcoming Scholarships
November 01 - Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards
November 01 - Young Writers Awards
November 03 - Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Program
November 12 - Elks Most Valuable Student Award
November 12 - The Cooke College Scholarship Program
November 20 - National Honor Society (NHS) Scholarship
Other Opportunities
Paying for College and Trade School Fall 2026 - Thursday, 11/5/26, 6:30-8:30 PM Click here for more information and to register
Montgomery College Paying for College Webinar Series - November 11 – Financial Aid Programs: Explore the types of aid available – grants, loans, work-study- and the steps to apply. Click here for more information and to register
Monthly Newsletter
Message from Business Office
Message from Business Office
You can access useful links like school cash online directions and other business intormation here.
Other Links & Resources
Other Links & Resources
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