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Shen-Val-Lore The Student Voice of Shenandoah Valley Academy
Shenandoah Valley Academy
May 19, 2017
Volume 86, Edition 4
Upcoming Events MAY 1
Costa Rica Music Tour
3
AP English Test
4-9 New England History Tour 7
SAT
9
AP Calculus Test
13
Final Music Concerts
18-19
Senior Exams
19 Awards Chapel / Lake Arrowhead Vespers & Baptism
New England History Tour: A Trip to Remember Miranda Benton
The SVA Junior class just returned from five days of epic adventure in New England. The trip started bright and early at 4 AM on Thursday, May 4, and gave everyone a new, more-personal view of history. The class traveled to New York City, Mystic, Plymouth, Portland, Walden Pond, Boston, and more. Members of the class were asked for their favorite memories which are listed below: The coast in Maine with its dramatic rocky outcroppings, dark waters, crash-
ing waves, and brisk winds was incredible or as Valerie Pichot simply said, “THE OCEAN!” “Hiding in the battleships so I could scare people!” exclaimed Bethany Edwards. Trisney Bocala’s favorite memory was taking a survey of strangers in Times Square, asking, “Are you truly happy?” In Mystic Seaport the class met a friendly gentleman who started off all of his programs with a sea chanty, becoming
Michael Iseminger’s favorite memory. The intense competition, adrenaline of running through Boston, and constant flood of history during the Amazing Race made Miranda Benton’s list of top memories. “Especially since random strangers were so helpful in giving directions and information throughout the day,” she says. When asked for a favorite memory, Linsey Smith said, “Well, I loved New York! I loved the ferry ride past the
Statue of Liberty and I loved Times Square! Because I’ve never been to a city that big before. How tall the buildings were impressed me. I felt like a country girl going to the big city for the first time.” Josh, answering on behalf of Matthew Shelton said, “Boston, Boston, Boston, and maybe some more Boston.” The memory that Taylor Belleza shared holds more value than any other. She pointed out just how great it was to be with her class, to
bond, and get to know one another better. Overall, the trip was extraordinary. More than just history was learned. The trip connected with music, as students snapped pictures of Alexander Hamilton’s grave, English, as they visited Walden Pond, and even some PE, because it’s not every day that a person walks over ten miles. It was a trip to remember.
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Goodbye Handshake
20-24
Senior Class Trip
22-24
Semester Exams
26
Consecration
27 Baccalaureate / Staff/Senior Breakfast / Parent Tribute / Class Night / Reception 28
Commencement
August 10
Early Registration
13
Registration
14
First Day of School
19 New Market Welcome Back / Hideaway Sabbath / Almost Anything Goes 20
Kings Dominion
25
Last Day to Add a Class
30-31
Table of Contents
1 New England History Tour 2 Most Extreme Challenge / Spring Picnic 3 Jr/Sr Banquet 4 Senior Dedication / Class Parties
5 Senior Surveys and Dedication 6 Alumni Weekend / GHRoW Luncheon / Week of Prayer 7 Guatemala Mission Trip / Academy Days 8 Birthdays / Shout-outs
Senior Survival