National Beta emphasizes our four pillars: Academic Achievement, Character, Leadership and Service by providing opportunities and experiences to impact our members, their schools, and communities across the world.
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Sponsors: Chelsi Anderson, Andrea Byrd,
Jonathan Griffin
Student Leaders: President: Elizabeth O'Neal;
Vice President: Kennedy Stapleton;
Community Service Chair: Victoria Leiter
Requirements:
Spring 3.0 GPA and Community Service Hours
Fees: $32
Meeting Dates/Times: 1st Friday of each month
Schoology Join Code: G5RS-X29R-44M6P
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
The Brown Bag Book Club meets once monthly on a specified Friday at 12 Noon to enjoy a self-prepared brown bag lunch over open discussion featuring a selected novel from the current SC Young Adult Book Award (YABA) Nominees. The Brown Bag Book Club is open to all students enrolled in high school courses.
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Sponsors: Holly Capone
Requirements: Read, Read, and Read Some More :)
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
Meetings will be the following Fridays at Noon:
8/29, 9/26, 10/31, 11/14, 12/11 (Thursday), 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, 5/22
Schoology Join Code: HGM5-NFZ8-4NZVQ
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
Students will learn basic chess strategies and how to improve their game. They will be able to compete with peers of a similar skill level at Chess.com. The instructor will allow students to play live games and analyze moves to determine strengths and weaknesses with a focus on having fun, improving their position, and understanding strategy.
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Sponsors: Bill Rawl, Mark Greiner
Student Leader: Joe Scott
Requirements: Students are required to create a free player account at chess.com so they are able to compete with other students.
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
1st Tuesday of each month at 2:15 pm
Schoology Join Code: N752-NRK9-BSMGM
Are you passionate about design? Do you want to take your skills to the next level and earn official certifications? Join Club Adobe! We will dive into popular Adobe programs like Adobe Express, Illustrator, and Acrobat. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your expertise, we'll explore the powerful tools and features each program offers. Plus, we provide opportunities for certification, helping you gain credentials that showcase your skills and enhance your career prospects. Get ready to unleash your creativity and master Adobe software with us!
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Sponsors: Aimee Connell, Becky Carter
Requirements: Students receive free access to Adobe products as long as they remain active members
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:30 pm:
9/10, 10/8, 11/12, 12/10, 1/14, 2/11, 3/11
Schoology Join Code: KGMF-R57W-3KNZK
Coding Club was created to foster a community where students can develop coding skills, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects. Students will learn and explore various programming languages, algorithms, software development tools, and a variety of development platforms. All students that join will also be provided with a free Minecraft Education account where we will explore various coding activities.
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Sponsors: Tammie Huddle, Pam Fowler
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm
Schoology Join Code: GG83-C6T9-69RCG
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
The College Club is dedicated to helping students discover and explore the diverse higher education opportunities across the Palmetto State. Our mission is to provide students with firsthand experiences of South Carolina's colleges and universities, empowering them to make informed decisions about their academic futures.
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Sponsors: Aleta Zeiler, Brian Hooper,
Chad Porter
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:30 pm
Schoology Join Code: 4HS7-KXVT-8569Q
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
Crochet Club is a fun, creative group where members learn the techniques to include new stitches, work on monthly projects, and enjoy the art of crocheting. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, you'll build your skills and make new friends along the way!
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Sponsors: April McLendon, Tammie Huddle
Student Leader: Kaylah French
Requirements: Interest in learning and/or participating in crocheting projects.
Fees: Members are responsible for purchasing their own supplies and materials.
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 2:30 pm
(First meeting: 8/26)
Schoology Join Code: GHQ6-PTPF-CG33T
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
Join us to expand your cooking skills beyond Culinary Arts class time. We will decide as a group what we will cook each month. You are encouraged to cook along while your food choice is being demonstrated. Bring your recipes and ideas! Cooking is not required but highly encouraged. You can hang out and talk about food or participate.
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Sponsor: Andrea Lauricella
Student Leader: Gabrielle Turnage
Requirements:
Desire to learn how to cook
Fees: None - if you choose to cook along, you will supply your own ingredients and cook at home
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm
(starting in September)
Schoology Join Code: W45M-MXKP-GF35V
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
The Educators Rising serves as a student organization club for high school students who express an interest in teaching or in education-related careers. Educators Rising student chapters participate in projects that assist and recognize common education teachers as well as acquaint and engage learners in state and national competitions, peer tutoring, career shadowing, and college visitations and tours.
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Sponsors: Alecia Durner, Melissa Dymond
Student Leaders: President: Avery Connor;
Vice President: Rebecka Crawford
Requirements: To become a member students must register through the national organization and regularly attend meetings. Students may also qualify for the Educators Rising Honors Society.
Fees: $15 a year
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd Friday of each month at 10:00 am
Schoology Join Code: HMJK-5ZF7-CCFC8
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
FBLA is oldest and largest CTSO in the world. FBLA helps students prepare for careers in business and business-related fields through leadership development, academic competitions, community service, awards, and more. FBLA prepares students for “real world” professional experiences. Members build confidence, make friends with like-minded students, and gain a competitive edge for college and career successes.
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Sponsors: Cynthia Harrison, Fran Howze,
Kimberlyn Jackson
Student Leader: President: Jerbar Fulton
Requirements: 1. Have a sincere interest in business education and careers 2. Be currently enrolled in or have completed at least one CTE course 3. Have or maintain a HS GPA of at least 2.5 4. No major discipline history 5. Complete an application for membership and receive an approval from the Advisors 6. Pay all necessary dues
Fees: $20 without t-shirt / $30 with t-shirt
Meeting Dates/Times: 2nd Friday each month at 10:00 am
Schoology Join Code: N42V-X2NW-QZR49
HOSA is a student-led organization for future health professionals. It’s the largest international group in schools for students in health science and interested in health-related careers. HOSA’s goal is to build leadership and technical skills through activities that inspire, inform, and recognize student achievement. It gives students a chance to strengthen their academic, technical, leadership, and teamwork skills to help them smoothly move from school to a career in healthcare.
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Sponsor: April McLendon
Requirements: Enrollment in Health Science Pathway
Fees: $25
Meeting Dates/Times:
1st and 3rd Tuesday at 2:30 pm
Schoology Join Code: TBPK-84N8-HJ3FM
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
Select Veterinary Science students will be able to compete in the HOSA Veterinary Science event at State Conference.
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Sponsor: Annie Whitehead
Requirements: Students must have taken Introduction to Veterinary Science and a Health Science course.
Fees: $25
Meeting Dates/Times:
We will meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2:30 pm for the fall semester. Meetings will increase to once weekly as conference time approaches in the spring.
Schoology Join Code: 2BGB-MMW5-99WNW
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
The International Club is a welcoming and inclusive community that celebrates cultural diversity and global awareness. Our mission is to bring together students from different backgrounds to foster friendship, understanding, and appreciation of world cultures. Members have the opportunity to share their heritage, learn about others, and engage in meaningful cross-cultural exchange. Whether you're from another country or simply interested in the world, everyone is welcome!
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Sponsors: Starr Fonseca, Terri Betris, Matt Danford
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
1st Friday each month at 11:00 am
Schoology Join Code: J658-PF53-JTBR4
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
Mu Alpha Theta, the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society, was formed in 1957 at the University of Oklahoma. We are dedicated to inspiring a keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students. MAT provides a method for schools to recognize and encourage students who enjoy and excel in mathematics.
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Sponsors: Holly Dowling, Cindy Reed,
Jessica Sherbert
Student Leader: President - Elizabeth O'Neal
Requirements: Associate Members: Grades 9 – 12 Completed Algebra with an “A” average and enrolled in a higher-level math. (Must be Algebra 1-not continuing or developmental algebra) *Must join after one year! Full Membership: Grades 9 – 12 Completed two or more honors level math courses with an “A” average and at least a “B” in the courses.
Fees: $10 joining fee
Meeting Dates/Times:
9/18, 10/16, 11/20, 1/15, 2/19, 4/16 at 2:30 pm
Schoology Join Code: Given to members during first meeting
Live meeting link emailed to eligible students
The National English Honor Society (NEHS) celebrates the academic brilliance of high school students worldwide, igniting each student's passion for the English language arts. The SCVCS NEHS Chapter meets monthly online for English language arts luncheons to connect and collaborate while enjoying self-prepared lunches.
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Sponsor: Holly Capone
Requirements: 11-12 grade levels; Attendance at SCVCS for two semesters; Completion of two semesters of English prior to induction; Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 weighted or 89.5 overall; Students will submit a writing sample from most current HS English course; Complete 20 service hours.
Fees: $15.00 membership fee due following induction into the honor society
Meeting Dates/Times: 12:00 pm
8/22, 9/19, 10/24, 11/7, 12/5, 1/23, 2/13, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15
Schoology Join Code: Current NEHS members will receive notification of placement in the Schoology group.
Live meeting link emailed to current NEHS members
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
National Honor Society is a national honor organization that recognizes student scholastic accomplishments and service.
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Sponsors: Susan Brewer, Courtney Wilkes
Requirements:
3.95 weighted GPA or 89.5 overall; any Senior can join regardless of time at SCVCS; Juniors must have been with SCVCS for 2 FULL high school semesters; Sophomores must have been in the SCVCS high school for 3 FULL semesters; Verified transfers from other NHS chapters are allowed
Fees: $12.00 Induction fee; $8.00 Continuing member fee
Meeting Dates/Times:
Meeting schedule TBA
Schoology Join Code: N/A - set up as a class in Schoology
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Course
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
National Technical Honor Society is an honor society for Career and Technical Education (CTE) students that are on a CTE major pathway. The club exists to empower and advocate for CTE students to pursue the skills needed to build their careers.
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Sponsors: Pam Helzer, Aimee Connell
Requirements:
11th and 12th grade students are invited to join based on a 3.0 GPA and above in their CTE major pathway classes.
Fees: $30 one time membership fee
Meeting Dates/Times:
Last Thursday of each month @ 2:30 pm:
9/25, 10/30, 11/20, 1/29, 2/26, 4/30
Schoology Join Code: Students will be emailed the Schoology group join code
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
Imagine hanging out with your closest friends and helping your community at the same time – you’ll be able to do just that when you join a Red Cross Club! A Red Cross Club is an extension of a local Red Cross region or Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Station where you’ll be able to serve the community with your friends.
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Sponsors: Carrie Lowe, Jeanette Shuler
Student Leader: Kamora Grice
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
1st Friday of the month at 10:00 am
Schoology Join Code: 5XRQ-BHCS-Q2FWR
Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. Benefits of joining Rho Kappa include access to scholarship opportunities, leadership development, participation in service projects, and recognition for academic achievement in Social Studies. Members also gain a sense of community and connection with peers who share a passion for history, government, economics, and related disciplines.
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Sponsors: Billy Pennington, Kerry Boykin
Requirements:
To be eligible for membership, students must have completed at least two semesters of Social Studies courses, maintain a minimum GPA (typically 3.0 or higher), and demonstrate a commitment to civic engagement and academic integrity.
Fees: Membership requires a one-time national induction fee of $10
Meeting Dates/Times:
9/2, 11/4, 2/3 at 3:00 pm
Schoology Join Code: 9FKK-WDH2-2Q2KC
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
What are the Activities of the Science National Honor Society? Engage in discussions on scientific topics beyond the classroom setting; Present scientific topics and/or conduct experiments during society meetings; Volunteer for community service initiatives focused on environmental preservation or scientific advancement; Access opportunities for participation in science-related field trips; and Eligible to apply for National Scholarships in Science.
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Sponsors: Lorena Hatcher, Melissa Boyd,
Paul Johnson
Requirements: Open to high school students that have completed one honors level science and will finish a 2nd honors level science by graduation. Honor’s Level courses include: Honors or AP Biology, Honors or AP Chemistry, Honors or AP Physics; Maintain a 3.0 GPA in all classes; Maintain a 3.5 GPA in all science classes; Attend 4 meetings each year; Present a science related topic at two meetings during the duration of membership; Complete 20 science related service hours each year
Fees: There is a $15 fee that covers the cost of in-person and virtual experiences and membership supplies including the Science National Honor Society pin.
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd Thursday of the month at 2:30 pm
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group
*Club Induction will take place in the Spring*
An exploration into the unknown world under the ocean. Tips and information on Scuba diving, certifications and access.
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Sponsors: Kim Gartner, Amy Price
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
2nd Wednesday each month at 3:00 pm
Schoology Join Code: SS5M-VJ39-H8NK9
Learn how to make easy after school snacks and treats.
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Sponsors: Stacey Morgan, Crystal Coleman
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
Meets at 3:00 on the 3rd Wednesday of each month
Welcome to Student Government, where student voices shape our school community! Our club is the heart of student leadership, providing a platform for those who are enthusiastic about making a difference and representing their peers. As a member of Student Government, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with other students to help manage the school’s events, activities, and programs. You will help shape the student experience and represent the student body's interests. Join Student Government and play a key role in the future of our school!
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Sponsors: Billy Pennington, Kerry Boykin
Requirements: Any SCVCS student can join!
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times: Varies
Join Code for the Schoology course:
Schoology Join Code: 54QG-56ZJ-Q2JMF
A student-led gathering that provides a space for students to come together for fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual growth. Meetings often include prayer, Bible study or devotionals, guest speakers, and discussions about how to live out faith. The goal is to build community and strengthen Christian values in our school setting.
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Sponsors: Morgan Williams, Sharon James
Student Leaders: Alayna Lanier, Emma Pittman
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
1st Tuesday of the month at 2:30 pm
Join Group on Schoology: 2TV6-TNV3-S9SN8
The High School Trivia Club is a fun and engaging group where students come together to test their knowledge across a variety of topics/themes, including history, science, pop culture, literature, and more. Members participate in friendly competitions. It's a great club for students who enjoy learning new facts, answering questions, and looking to have a good time. The Trivia Club offers something for everyone and will be fun for all levels of knowledge!
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Sponsors: Rene Bruce, Cindy VanNorte
Requirements: None
Fees: None
Meeting Dates/Times:
Last Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm
Join Group on Schoology: 6TD5-TCRP-B463H
Live meeting link provided in the Schoology Group