Shen-Val-Lore
First Day Monday, August 15th
The Student Voice of Shenandoah Valley Academy
Shenandoah Valley Academy
December 6, 2019
Volume 89, Edition 2
Upcoming Events
Decemberl 5-9
Journey to Bethlehem
10-12 Candlelight Rehearsals 13 Candlelight Concer 14 Candlelight Concert / Pops Concert 15
ACT / Sunday School
17-19
Semester Exams
19-31 Christmas Break
January 1-5 Christmas Break
Barn Party
6
2nd Semester Begins
11
Leadership Retreat
Giselle Villatoro
On October 20, Student Association hosted our annual fall Barn Party. It was a great time to get together with friends and enjoy the fall season. Thankfully, it was really warm outside. In the past years it has been freezing and many of us are left huddled in the barn or around the fire. But that was not the case this year; the enjoyable weather kept everyone in a good mood and ready to enjoy each other’s company. As a Senior, this was my last Barn Party, so it was a bittersweet experience. Nevertheless, I still made the most of the time
left, by living in the moment and enjoying it while it lasts. Time has seemed to fly by this year, but I have learned to not take the little things for granted and try to make the most memories I can. Barn Party is a great time to unwind and just enjoy yourself by playing games and eating good food. This year’s Barn Party kept us busy with a few activities and some music. There were carnival games outside like bean bag toss and laser tag but with Nerf guns. There were also activities like pumpkin painting and the movie Inside Out played inside the barn.
Many people came in costumes of their favorite characters. We had a costume contest as well as a donut eating contest. Each of the classes worked to provide a food booth to make money for their class. The Seniors sold pizza, the Juniors sold walking tacos, the Sophomores nachos, and the Freshmen sold ice cream. The weather was so nice that many students got in line for the hayrides that would give us a quick drive around campus. Throughout the whole afternoon, students were getting hitched and paying bail while everyone
else continued to hang out with each other. The time flew by as we were entertained by each other’s company. There were a lot of interesting and creative costumes. The most creative costumes, however, were a clown and jack in the box. Complete with face paint, full outfits, and accessories, these were by far the most enchanting costumes. Some people came in groups, like the cholos and cholas, as well as the frat boys, and Winnie the Pooh characters. There were a couple dressed as E-girls and a lot of people in character onesies like dino-
saurs, cows, Pooh bear, and even a chicken. Some celebs that joined us for barn party were Ariana Grande, Travis Scott, and a couple others like Michael Jackson and Emelia Earhart. Other costumes I saw were angels, a flamingo, a Sumo wrestler, and cowboys. Overall, Barn Party was a fun experience. We all got to enjoy each other’s company and have fun doing fall activities. A big thanks to the SA officers and sponsors who made it possible!
17 Last Day to Add a Class 19 Principal’s List Brunch / NHS Induction 20-24
26
Student-led Week of Prayer Sunday School
29-31
Homeleave
31 Last Day to Drop a Class
February 1-2
Homeleave
5-8
WAU Band Festival
9
ACT
14 ROK International Vespers 16
Dork Banquet
22-23 Middle School Baskteball Tournament
Table of Contents
1 Barn Party
5
Community Service Day
Boys’ Dorm Retreat
6
Ringfest 2019
2
3
4
Parents’ Weekend / General Conference Music Tour Senior Weekend
7
Academy Days
8 NACA
Tournament / AcroFest 2019
29
SA Talent Show
March 6 End of 3rd Quarter 8
Sunday Shcool
12-23 Spring Break / Mssion Trip & Music Tour