Annual Report, 2023-2024

SP R I N G V A L L E Y SC H O O L

I M PA CT REPO RT 2023 | 2024

IMPACT AT A GLANCE 2023 - 2024

COMMUNITY GROWTH 132 FAMILIES SERVED

9 CERTIFIED ACADEMIC LANGUAGE THERAPISTS

Dyslexia therapistsrecognized at reception hosted by Governor Kay Ivey

2 SPEECH LANGUAGE THERAPISTS

1 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

$1M PHILANTHROPIC DOLLARS RAISED

Spring Valley welcomesfirst Occupational Therapist, Anne Walker

A WORD FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL WORD OF THE YEAR, 2023-2024

DARE verb: to have sufficient courage

A community dedicated to excellence... is not made possible by the work of one person, or even of a small group of individuals. Rather, the Spring Valley Community is the product and testament of many exceptional people uniting around a common passion. Together we share our talents, our gifts, and our dreams to create the uniqueness of the Spring Valley School experience. Thank you for another year of brighter futures for students who simply learn differently.

MAKING STRENGTHS COUNT THE SVSANNUAL FUND Our community's participation in the Annual Fund fulfills the greatest, ongoing needs of the school. This year's campaign supplied microphones for theatre productions, professional development for math faculty, Beacon Software for identifying and supporting at-risk students, and funds for acquiring our first ever Occupational Therapist on staff.

100% FACULTY, STAFF, AND BOARD PARTICIPATION

22% INCREASE IN FAMILY PARTICIPATION

$204,000 TOTAL RAISED

310 TOTAL DONORS

GRANTSSUMMARY -

BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION

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BLUE CROSSBLUE SHIELD OF ALABAMA

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DANIEL FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA

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DAVISON BRUCE FOUNDATION

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DOLLAR GENERAL LITERACY FOUNDATION

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INDEPENDENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FOUNDATION

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MCWANE FOUNDATION

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PROTECTIVE LIFE FOUNDATIONS

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ROBERT R MEYER FOUNDATION

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SUSAN MOTT WEBB CHARITABLE TRUST

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THE HUGH KAUL FOUNDATION

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MARY P. DOLCIANI FOUNDATION

CATALYZE BIRM INGHAM CHALLENGE In March of 2024, Spring Valley School was named a winner of the inaugural Catalyze Birmingham Challenge! As one of five winning organizations chosen from over 70 applicants, we will use this funding to pilot innovative career-connected opportunities for neurodivergent learners and equip employers to transform their workspaces by giving ample access to the most sought-after talents that these exceptional individuals possess.

THE ALUMNI GARDEN Spring Valley alumni families are invited to participate in the Alumni Garden with the purchase of a custom inscribed brick. Each brick symbolizes the foundation and the path that SVS graduates now travel, having laid a firm foundation for their bright future. The bricks are a focal point of the garden, and are a way to recognize the legacy of our graduated classes.

To learn more about the Alumni Garden, or to purchase a brick and/or replica for your alum Cont act t he Advancement Office at kjackson@springvalleyschool.org.

Alumni Garden Honorees, 2006-2024 Earnest Norman '24 Charles Hanson Spine '24 Ethan Huie '23 Jake Sherrer '23 Robert Caleb Whatley '23 Walker Mitchell '22 AndresArnold '22 WillsCarrington '22 Dustin Howard Clark '22 Courtney Hahn '22 Ann Elizabeth Manning '22 William Poe '22 Aidan Joseph Smith '22 Emma Catherine Watkins'22 Wayne Fairburn '22 Anna Catherine Kirby '22 Dave Horton '22 NicholasWood '22 NicholasFoster '22 Simeon King '22 Jacob Fiveash '21 Trey "Earl" Hilliard III '21 Jacob Jones '21 Austin Law '21 John Popple '21

Louis Trammell '21 Ella Johnson '21 Cody Hirsberg '21 Ben Atkins'20 Hannah Fiveash '19 Dylon Cleveland '19 Casey Cleveland '19 Matthew Sherrod '19 Lucian Chapman '19 Joshua Howell '19 Matthew Scott '19 Jack Briskin '19 Joseph Williamson '18 Stephen King '17 Zach Atkins'17 Christopher Ingram '16 Kenley Noelle Brooks'16 JamesKalen Brooks'15 Henry Mills'15 Ryan Screven '09 JamesGarver '09 ChrisBradley '07 David Levy '06

HONORARY GIFTS

$1,533

$1.5M

DEBORA H W RIGHT M EM ORIA L FUND

NORTH OF EXTRAORDINA RY CA M PA IGN

BENEFITING ATHLETICS AND

GIVEN BY CAROL RAM SEY IN

W ELLNESS PROGRAM S

M EM ORY OF SCOTT RAM SEY

$48K

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SPONSORSHIP

IN-KIND GIFTS

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ANDREW CLARKE HOUSE DESIGN

BILL AND HETTIE JOHNSON

EXECUTIVE LANDSCAPE

BRAD AND HOLLY KENNEDY

M ANAGEM ENT

BRADLEY ARANT BOULT CUMMINGS LLP

LOW ES (HOM EW OOD)

BRASFIELD AND GORRIE

ONSITE PRODUCTIONS

JIMMY LEPPERT AND SARAH MACCARTHY

RJACKSON M EDIA

DRS. JOHN AND LAURA FIVEASH JOHNSON STERLING MICHAEL AND MARY BETH WAGNER PGI STEEL ROBINS AND MORTON THE WELCH GROUP UAB MEDICINE

$52K M ATCH GIFTS GIVEN BY GARLAND SM ITH IN M EM ORY OF LATHROP SM ITH, JR.

WATKINS BURRILL

SPRING VALLEY GALA: A NIGHT AT THE DERBY This year's auction raised $218,000 in need-based scholarship funds for Spring Valley students. The event was held at Regions Field with a new theme of A Night at the Derby. Guests enjoyed a mission-minded dinner program, silent and live auctions, a bourbon tasting, a "Best in Show" hat contest, and live music performed by The Voice Season 23 Finalist David Mitchell.

FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP 2023-2024 SALARIES, FINANCIAL AID, & OPERATIONS

2023-2024 PROGRAM REVENUE & FUNDRAISING

EXPENSE 3,667,700.20

100% OF SCHOLARSHIP IS FUNDED BY DONATIONS AND GRANTS

REVENUE 3,781,993.45

CLASS OF 2024

Spring Valley?s Graduation ceremony on May 18, 2024 recognized this year's incredible graduates as they successfully graduated from high school. They were accepted to several colleges and universities, and many received scholarships. At Spring Valley, each graduate has the opportunity to take center stage and share about their the most meaningful influencers during their time as a Spring Valley student.

CONGRATULATIONS, 2024 GRADUATES Andrew Davis | Sewanee: The University Of The South Elli Graf | University of Montevallo Lu Loglisci | University of North Alabama to major in Digital Media Keira Meikus | is pursuing employment opportunities Earnest Norman | Jackson State University majoring in Kinesiology Charlie Spine | Roanoke College Aubrie St rain | Jefferson State Community College

"Due to the small environment at Spring Valley, our faculty and I have the unique and humbling experience of knowing each student and their families quite well. We have had the privilege of walking with our students through some of life?s triumphs and tragedies alike. We are thankful for the opportunity to not only academically educate our students but to help shape them into responsible, caring adults who respect themselves and ultimately impact our world in a positive, meaningful way." | Dr. Laura Fiveash, Head of School

THANK YOU FOR SERVING

SVSParent Elizabeth Steiner transformsthe Mary Beth Hooper Library with new booksand a reading rewardsprogram

SVSFaculty Member and Parent Heather Hancock co-hosts Family Heritage Day

PARENTSACTIVE WITH SPRING VALLEY (PAWS) Parents Active With Spring Valley (PAWS) is the name for our dedicated parent organization. The goal for this organization is to enrich the school community through events, activities, and projects that promote learning, build community,and improve the quality of life for students and faculty.

PAWS also brings energy and excitement to the overall school experience.

PAWS hosts a myriad of events that evolve into beloved traditions among the SVS Family including Grand Pals Day, Trunk-or-Treat, and Family Heritage Day.

Lower School students, grandparents, and family friendsfill the gratitude tree at"Grateful for Grand Pals" Day

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