November 2009

Springville FFA and United Way to Host Sub-for-Santa Toy Drive

Attributions: 
Monica Giffing, FFA Advisor
 

Springville FFA has teamed up with the United Way Organization to sponsor a Sub for Santa toy drive for our community this Christmas. FFA is planning to provide Christmas for 50 local children.

The Springville FFA Chapter has been dedicated to serving the community for many decades. We would like to extend our service to the community members and invite everyone to join us to help the children in our community. We will be taking donations December 7th through December 17th 2009. You can help these children by bringing new toys, books, or money donations to Springville High School.

United way is a national network of nearly 1,300 local organizations that work to advance the common good by focusing on education, income, and health. These are the building blocks for a good life: a quality education leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health.

Since 1928, The National FFA Organization has helped nurture future generations of farmers and agricultural leaders. With half a million members today, it helps keep good things growing in more than 300 careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

If you have questions you may contact Springville High School at (801)-489-2870 or e-mail monica.giffing@nebo.edu.

Red Devils Seek to Capture 2009 4A State Championship -- Last Time -- 1985

Attributions: 
By Kevin Critchfield and David Shaw, SHS Staff Writers

On Thursday, November 12, the SHS Red Devil football team became one step closer to the ultimate team goal by defeating the Dixie Flyers in the state semi-finals, 29-21. This victory now gives the Red Devils a chance to win the High School 4A State Championship. 

The Red Devils were in control of the game as they went into halftime leading 19-0, with scores contributing from an effective running attack. Running back Alema Key scored the first two touchdowns from within the red zone; and his backfield teammate, Marcus Cas,e punched in the third touchdown of the half. The Red Devil defense shut down the Dixie offensive attack, as the Flyer’s possessions all ended in punts.

The third quarter started where the second left off, as the Red Devils scored ten more unanswered points. First a 43 yard touchdown pass from Steve Bate to Todd Gillies, then Thomas Day booted a 33 yard field goal, giving SHS a 29-0 lead going into the final quarter.

In the fourth quarter, Dixie came back big with three touchdowns and capitalized on back-to-back fumbles by the Red Devils to mount a rally that ultimately fell short when Springville’s Zach Gardanier intercepted a pass with 38.8 seconds left to help Springville escape with a 29-21 victory.

With this huge win, the Springville Red Devil football team advances to the State Championship game vs. Timpview on Friday, November 20, at 11:00 am at Rice-Eccles Stadium, University of Utah. The last time the Red Devils played for the state title was in 1985 when Scott Mitchell, senior and quarterback, took the team to a 4A State Championship win.  Twenty-four years later, Scott Mitchell is back, as Springville’s head coach.

Red Devils Advance to State Semifinals

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Alema Key pushes through Woods Cross -- Photo by Libby Jensen
Attributions: 
by Erin Peterson, SHS Staff Writer
 
Last Friday the Springville Red Devils squared off against the Woods Cross Wildcats pulling away with a narrow 16-12 win. Springville’s touchdowns were completed by Alema Key and Taylor Baker assisted by Steve Bate with the pass.  Thomas Day scored with the kicks. Late in the fourth quarter Taylor Baker intercepted a pass with a minute to go; the Wildcats still managed a safety with eight seconds remaining.  Springville’s defense held strong against Woods Cross’ offense during the last quarter, claiming victory.

 

The Red Devils will proceed to the 4A semifinals.  SHS will play Dixie at Rice-Eccles Stadium, University of Utah, on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 2:30 pm.

Make-A-Wish Carnival, Monday, November 9, 2009

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D'Velles Take One for Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish Assembly 2009

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Mike White--Studentbody President--accepts a check from the sports marketing classes during the Make A Wish assembly -- Photo by Libby Jensen

SHS Students Excel at DECA Invitational

John Call and Jerich McAfee Compete in Financial Analysis
Attributions: 
By Erin Petersen, SHS Staff Writer

 

The Springville High School DECA chapter held their 2nd annual invitational on November 4, 2009.  Approximately 220 students participated from fourteen Utah schools. 

SHS students preformed well, placing in their respective events are:
Accounting Applications: 3rd place - Chelsie Murdock
Hotel and Lodging Management: 1st place - Chelsea Stapel
Hotel and Lodging Management: 3rd place - Chris Brown
Marketing Management: 3rd place - Ryan Allred
Retail Merchandising: 3rd place - Jason Haymond
Retail Merchandising: 2nd place - Bailey Maughan
Hospitality Services team: 3rd place - Rhetta Shoemaker
and Katelyn Burnett
Sports and Entertainment Marketing team: 3rd place -
Micheal White and Jared Hall
Sports and Entertainment Marketing team: 1st place - Bryce
Genther and Seth Cranford
Financial Analysis team: 3rd place - Jerich McAfee and
John Call
Buying and Merchandising team: 1st place - Brooklyn Howell
and Hailey Johnson
Springville Quiz Bowl team: 2nd place: Ryan Allred, Zach
Nemelka, John Call, Jerich McAfee

Springville High DECA would like to thank the school and community for their support!


Picture Caption:

Left: John Call and Jerich McAfee participated in the Financial Analysis Management competitive event, in which they placed 3rd overall.

Right: Judged by A-Jay Knight representing Far West Bank, and Brian Miner representing Family First Credit Union.

SHS Swim Team Dominates in St. George

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Calvin Clark swims the 200 individual medley
Attributions: 
By Cody Fullmer and Garret Davis, SHS Staff Writers

 

On November 6 – 7 2009, the Springville High Swim team traveled to St. George to compete in the Greg Fernly Swim Invitational. The boy’s swim team took third place overall and received first place in 4A division while the girls’ team took eighth overall and received second place in 4A division.  Shane Williams, swimming in his junior year, finished an astounding 2nd place in the 100 free. Tricia Buzbee, swimming in her senior year, takes an excellent 5th place in the 100 free.

NCAA Clearing House Meetings

 

All Nebo School District athletes and parents are invited to attend the NCAA Clearing House Meeting. Alan Albright, our resident NCAA clearinghouse expert, will be there to advise parents and athletes on the classes they will need to take, the grade point average needed, and the score on the ACT test needed to participate in college athletics.   Mr. Albright will answer any question concerning your student’s ability to attend and participate in athletics at any NCAA institution. All grade levels are invited. This meeting is for all prospective students, athletes, and parents. Topics will include NCAA legislation, general information, and eligibility rules.

Please don’t wait until your son or daughter is a senior. It may be too late!

 
December 2, 2009Parent Teacher Conference 7:00 pm
            Maple Mountain High School – Library
            51 North 2550 East, Spanish Fork, Utah 84660
 
December 9, 2009
            Spanish Fork High School in the “Little Theatre” at 7:00 pm
            99 South 300 West, Spanish Fork, Utah 84660
 

FFA Food Drive at Springville High

Attributions: 
by Monica Giffing, FFA Advisor

Springville FFA chapter is hosting a food drive at Springville High School the 16th through the 20th of November. To participate bring non-perishable food and hygiene items to the school’s office or to room C-29.  Please no home-canned goods or glass containers. The food that is collected will be distributed to families in Utah County.

Students at Springville High School can earn FFA service bucks for each can of food they bring in. Students can use their FFA service bucks towards Ice skating on the 18th of November at 6:30 p.m. at the Seven Peaks Arena, 100 North Seven Peaks Blvd., Provo, Utah.  Transportation is not being provided. FFA members and others who participate in the food drive are welcome to join us; please arrive at 6:30 sharp! 

The food drive is being sponsored by Bonneville University, Kids Cause, and The Community Action Food Bank.  Let’s make a difference in our community by making sure that no one goes hungry this season.

Red Devils Advance to the Quarterfinals

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Alema Key with 14 carries, 91 yards, and 2 touchdowns against Skyview
Attributions: 
by Jaden Walker & Mark Israelson, SHS Staff Writers

Last Friday the Springville Red Devils football team faced off against the Skyview Bobcats in the first round of the state playoffs.  Running back Alema Key led the Red Devils with three all-purpose touchdowns, two on the ground and one receiving. The Red Devils got the win, 35-14. Taylor Baker may have had the play of the season as the first half was winding down. The Bobcats were lining up to kick a field goal as time was expiring, defensive end Brody Swanson got a hand on the football and Baker did the rest, catching the ball and returning it 89 yards for a touchdown. The play increased the score 28-7 going into halftime instead of 21-10.

The Red Devils used their powerful stable of running backs in the second half to wear down the Bobcats and come out with a victory. Springville advanced to the state football quarterfinals and will face-off against Woods Cross this Friday, November 6, 3:00 pm, at home.   All Springville High supporters are invited to wear red and support our team!