Sunday Feb 2nd
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Thursday, 2/13: Stand Alone Field Test (SAFT) for English I and English II Students (Normal School Day for 11th and 12th Graders)
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Thursday, 2/13: Stand Alone Field Test (SAFT) for English I and English II Students
Students enrolled in English I and English II (almost all 9th and 10th graders) will take a standardized assessment on the morning of 2/13. Importantly, student scores on the assessment will NOT be recorded in our gradebooks and will NOT be part of any academic records that exist related to students’ high school tenure. The state is administering these exams for its own internal research purposes in developing future EOC questions.
The exam will take place during the first 3 blocks of the day on Thursday, 2/13 (F, G, and A blocks). Students will resume a normal schedule after that time. Upper school students will have a completely normal schedule on this day.
Attendance at VCP
In order to ensure that we start Quarter 3 off with a strong, committed start to daily on time attendance, we want to remind you that your student has a minimum of either (or both) 3 unexcused absences and/or 7 unexcused tardies.
If your student finishes the quarter with more unexcused absences or tardies to school, they will be on the Attendance Reset List. That list carries the following loss of privileges:
- Students may not attend any signature experiences
- Student drivers lost their VCP parking pass
- Seniors may not attend off campus lunch
- Students may not attend school-wide celebrations such as dances or pep rallies
- Students may not attend wing ding with their grade level peers
- Students will be able to attend practice, but not be able to compete in athletics
- Students will be able to attend rehearsals and meetings, but not be able to compete or perform in FACE activities
25.26 School Year Calendar
As we’ve shared in prior Principal Updates, we have our base 25.26 school year calendar. We are working on continuing to finalize some internal dates, we anticipate doing that over the coming months. Those dates include things like assessment days, field trips, signature events, etc. and won’t impact the overall days in school vs. out of school. We are excited to be able to share translated versions of the calendars with our families, you can see links to Spanish and Arabic versions below.
We’ll reshare the calendars later in the year once we have the final internal dates solidified!
English version of 25.26 calendar
Spanish version of 25.26 calendar
Arabic version of the 25.26 calendar
DEI @ VALOR:
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Valor Theatre needs your help! Volunteers Needed!
Are you skilled at carpentry? Are you good at building things? Do you own a drill? Are you enthusiastic about helping, but don’t have a ton of experience? WE WANT YOU! Valor Theatre is looking for help building our set for Frozen Jr. Our build days are below. All materials (wood, screws, etc.) and lunch will be provided on build days. Bring your own tools and drills!
Frozen Build Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday – February 7th, 8th, and 9th
Click this link to sign up for what/when you are available! (Tab 3)
Are you skilled at painting? We need your help too! Please fill out the same link for painting/set dressing to denote when you’re available.
Frozen Paint Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday – February 7th, 8th, and 9th
Click this link to sign up for what/when you are available! (Tab 3)
High School students – this can count toward your service hours!
General Theatre Updates:
Little Shop of Horrors Website – Tickets on Sale March 3rd!
Performances: April 3rd- April 11th
Directed by: Chelsea Nevil
Frozen Jr. Website – TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Performances: February 21st – February 23rd
Directed by: Jacob Waid
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Dear Families,
We are excited to invite you to an upcoming event designed to support you in helping your child succeed this quarter. This session is based on your feedback and aim to address key areas of interest and need:
Quarter 3 Academic Town hall
- Date: Tuesday February 18th 2025
- Location: Zoom ( https://valorcollegiate.zoom.us/j/99911521796)
- Time: 6:00 PM
In response to feedback from our last Academic Q&A, we’re introducing a town hall format to better address your needs. This session will help families prepare for the next two quarters, understand academic goals, and gear up for testing.
We value your partnership and look forward to seeing you there! Together, we can make this quarter a success.
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Lead a Club for the 25-26 School Year!
We’re seeking leaders for middle school and VCP clubs, including Wild Cat Yoga, Tutoring, Valor Debate, and Show Choir. If you’re passionate about student growth, click here to learn more and sign up!
Volunteer with FACE Afterschool!
Students in 10th-12th Grade, join FACE and make a difference by volunteering with our Afterschool Programs! It is your chance to give back, build leadership skills, and positively impact your community.
Click here to become a volunteer!
Join the Lovely Lavish Ladies of Valor Dance Team!
Ready to dance with confidence, poise, and self-love? We’re looking for passionate dancers for the 2025-2026 school year! Explore dance styles, build self-esteem, and be part of an empowering community. Submit your interest form today! For more info, contact: Ms. Aliah Woods at msdance@valorcollegiate.org or FACE Team at face@valorcollegiate.org or (615) 200-7647
FACE News & Calendar
Stay connected with the latest updates from our FACE Team and upcoming events by viewing the FACE Calendar and the 24.25 FACE Community News.
Contact the FACE Team!
Have questions, concerns, or feedback please call us at 615-200-7647, email us at face@valorcollegiate.org, or the FACE website.
Contact Boys & Girls Club!
Please review the BGC Member & Parent Handbook for important information. If you have questions, concerns, or feedback please call us at 615-753-8451 or email boysandgirlsclub@valorcollegiate.org
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Upcoming Spring Tryouts
High School Track & Field Interest Form (Spring 2025)
If you are interested in trying out for the high school track & field team please complete this interest form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfqNB36VclltfesDFKwmQfrFulwHzkPdEqMKHl_czXwARNMA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please reach out to Coach Sydney or Taylor at somweg@valorcollegiate.org or tomweg@valorcollegiate.org if you have any questions!
High School Track & Field Tryouts will be on February 10, 2025 from 4pm-6pm at John Overton Track. Valor students will have a shuttle bus that will leave campus at 3:40pm to transport students to Overton. The bus will be drop off only. Students will be able to wait in the VCP cafeteria after school until leave time.
High School Girls Flag Football Tryouts
High School Girls Flag Football tryouts will be held on February 21, 2025 at Boost Fit Indoor Turf (11 Vaughns Gap Rd, Nashville, TN 37205) from 3:30pm-5:30pm
There will be a bus that will take athletes to Boost and back to Valor after tryouts. The bus will leave Valor at 2:40pm from the front parking lot.
Please reach out to our athletic department at chill@valorcollegiate.org with any questions regarding tryouts.
High School Valor Boys Volleyball Tryouts
High school boys volleyball tryouts will be held March 3, 2025 from 3:30pm-6pm in the VCP gym
Students interested can contact Head Coach Kylie Harvey at kharvey@valorcollegiate.org with any questions.
High School Tennis Tryouts with John Overton Co-Op
Girls Tennis tryouts will be held February 4, 2025 from 2:30pm-4:00pm at John Overton Tennis Courts.
Boys Tennis tryouts will be held February 10, 2025 from 2:30pm-4:00pm at John Overton Tennis Courts.
Valor students will have a shuttle bus that will leave campus at 2:40pm (on 2/4) and 3:10 (on 2/10) to transport students to Overton. The bus will be drop off only.
Students interested can contact the coaches at Benjamin.Fabie@mnps.org or Howard.Kiger@mnps.org with any questions or concerns.
Students can also join the Overton Group Chat at this link: https://groupme.com/join_group/69349106/SUy9FPT6
High School Softball Tryouts with John Overton Co-Op
Softball tryouts will be held February 10, 2025 from 3pm-4:30pm at John Overton Softball Field.
Valor students will have a shuttle bus that will leave campus at 3:10pm to transport students to Overton. The bus will be drop off only.
Students interested can contact the coach Carlson at Christina.Carlson@mnps.org with any questions or concerns.
Important Athletic Links
Please find the link to the High School 2024-25 Athletics Guide for important athletic information for the school year.
Download the VCA Athletics App to stay up to date on all things athletics:
Apple Device Link and Google Device Link
Follow VCA Athletics on Instagram @VCAAthletics https://www.instagram.com/vcaathletics/
Athletics Website: https://www.vcawildcats.com/
11TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
12TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
TN Promise Mandatory Meeting is MONDAY, 2/3 during the school day (11:50-12:50). This meeting is one of the requirements to earn the TN Promise Scholarship. Student attendance is required and counts as a grade for PSS. If your student misses it, they will need to make it up. This meeting is for students ONLY; families should NOT attend.
If you have any questions, please email Nicole Koutsunis, nkoutsunis@valorcollegiate.org.
Request Graduation Tickets
Graduation will take place on Sunday, May 18th at the Gaylord Opryland Events Center (2806 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN, 37214) @ 5:00 PM.
The Graduation Ticket Request Form is due on Friday, 2/28 @ 3:00 PM.
Senior Event Timeline
Click here to see the updated Senior Event Timeline.