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Dr. Michelle Wyatt
Director of Magnet Programs
Spring Valley High School
120 Sparkleberry Lane
Columbia, SC 29229
803.699.3500 ext. 69208
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For 55 years Spring Valley High School has demonstrated a commitment to cultivating, energizing, and graduating high-achieving high school graduates. Spring Valley offers freshmen two distinct Magnet options: Discovery and Explorations (founded in 1995). Each program offers a unique opportunity for students to excel. Watch a brief introduction to our programs here.
For 55 years Spring Valley High School has demonstrated a commitment to cultivating, energizing, and graduating high-achieving high school graduates. Spring Valley offers freshmen two distinct Magnet options: Discovery and Explorations (founded in 1995). Each program offers a unique opportunity for students to excel. Watch a brief introduction to our programs here.
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Discovery
Discovery
Geared towards students currently enrolled in Algebra I or Geometry (in eighth grade), Discovery is an AP/Honors program for students with motivation, interest, aptitude, and commitment to academic success. This program offers students unique opportunities in the fields of science and mathematics, including individual research projects culminating in the opportunity to present research results at regional, national, and/or international competitions.
Geared towards students currently enrolled in Algebra I or Geometry (in eighth grade), Discovery is an AP/Honors program for students with motivation, interest, aptitude, and commitment to academic success. This program offers students unique opportunities in the fields of science and mathematics, including individual research projects culminating in the opportunity to present research results at regional, national, and/or international competitions.
Goal: Development of the TOTAL SCHOLAR
Explorations
Explorations
Geared towards students currently enrolled in Pre-Algebra or Algebra I (in eighth grade), Explorations is a College-Prep program designed to assist the motivated college-prep student by using problem-based learning, science and math classes infused with technology, labs, forensic science, career exploration, and a culminating 200 hour internship experience.
Geared towards students currently enrolled in Pre-Algebra or Algebra I (in eighth grade), Explorations is a College-Prep program designed to assist the motivated college-prep student by using problem-based learning, science and math classes infused with technology, labs, forensic science, career exploration, and a culminating 200 hour internship experience.
Goal: Career exploration and application of problem-solving learning skills across the curriculum
Note: ALL magnet classes must be taken in-person at Spring Valley High School.
For more information contact:
For more information contact:
Dr. Michelle Wyatt
Director of Magnet Programs
803) 699-3500 x69208 or mwyatt@richland2.org
The Discovery and Explorations magnet programs encourage all interested students to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to, access to, or treatment in its programs and activities. We are very proud of the diversity in our program and wish to continue providing all students with this learning opportunity.
Upcoming Events
8/5/25-Fresh Start for all freshmen! Come meet your teachers and find your classes!
Announcements
Spring Valley High School has been named a 2025 Top Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.
Spring Valley High School was named a 2024 Top Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.
Congratulations to Spring Valley Discovery senior, Ava Phelps, for being named one of the top 300 scholars in the 2024 Regeneron Science Talent Search.
Spring Valley High School’s magnet programs, Discovery and Explorations, seek to provide our students with an innovative, academically challenging experience centered on rigorous mathematics and science education through unique, student-centered research and internship opportunities. Our educators strive to establish meaningful relationships with each student and family, set consistently high expectations for all learners, empower each student with the tools to reach his/her full potential, and continuously inspire exploration, discovery and creativity in our students. Our vision is to develop a well-rounded scholar who has the ability to use scientific inquiry, mathematical tools, and twenty-first century technology skills to succeed and solve problems in our rapidly changing world. Discovery and Explorations will challenge students to embrace diversity and become culturally responsible, caring citizens in the global community.
Spring Valley High School’s magnet programs, Discovery and Explorations, seek to provide our students with an innovative, academically challenging experience centered on rigorous mathematics and science education through unique, student-centered research and internship opportunities. Our educators strive to establish meaningful relationships with each student and family, set consistently high expectations for all learners, empower each student with the tools to reach his/her full potential, and continuously inspire exploration, discovery and creativity in our students. Our vision is to develop a well-rounded scholar who has the ability to use scientific inquiry, mathematical tools, and twenty-first century technology skills to succeed and solve problems in our rapidly changing world. Discovery and Explorations will challenge students to embrace diversity and become culturally responsible, caring citizens in the global community.
To receive a national merit award, members of Magnet Schools of America must submit a detailed application that is scored by a panel of educators. These schools are judged and scored on their demonstrated ability to raise student academic achievement, promote racial and socioeconomic diversity, provide integrated curricula and instruction, and create strong family and community partnerships that enhance the school’s magnet theme. To learn more about the national merit awards program, please visit www.magnet.edu
To receive a national merit award, members of Magnet Schools of America must submit a detailed application that is scored by a panel of educators. These schools are judged and scored on their demonstrated ability to raise student academic achievement, promote racial and socioeconomic diversity, provide integrated curricula and instruction, and create strong family and community partnerships that enhance the school’s magnet theme. To learn more about the national merit awards program, please visit www.magnet.edu
Spring Valley High School houses the Magnet Science, Mathematics and Technology Programs for Richland School District II in Columbia, SC. These programs are members of the National Consortium of Specialized Secondary Schools for Math, Science and Technology. The two divisions of the Magnet Program are Discovery (Honors level math & science classes) and Explorations (College Prep level math & science classes). Please explore these pages and learn more about our magnet programs!
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