Sun Valley High School (North Carolina)

Sun Valley was founded in 1961. For decades, it was the only high school in western Union County. Three new high schools have been built in the area since the 2000s, partially relieving the crowded conditions that had plagued the school for many years.

The school presently serves all of Wesley Chapel, eastern Indian Trail, eastern Weddington and part of western Monroe. This was a result of redistricting on behalf of the Union County Public School board.

Sun Valley High School still struggles with overcrowded, outdated facilities, and is due to be the recipient of a $26 million bond referendum in 2016. The current principal is Mike Harvey.

Sun Valley is part of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA). They are currently a 4A school and compete in the Southern Carolina 3A/4A Conference. The schools team name are the Spartans, with the school colors being maroon and gold.

• The boys' track and field team won the state 3A championship in 1987.
• The girls' track and field team won the 3A state championship for five consecutive years (1989–1993).
• The wrestling team won 3A state championship several times in the early 1990s.
• The boys' cross country team won the 3A state championship eight times between 1986 and 1999.
• The girls' winter track team were the state champions in the 4-by-8 relay.

• Sam Howell (c/o 2019), NFL quarterback for Washington Commanders, played collegiately for North Carolina[1]
• Claire Ritter (c/o 1970), musician[2]

• Sun Valley High School website
• Sun Valley Athletic Booster Club