Sunday November 9th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
November 11th: No school
November 24th: No school for scholars
November 25th – 28th: Thanksgiving Break
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Food 2 Families Success!
Valor Families, thank you for your incredible support during our Food 2 Families Food Drive with Second Harvest! Together, we collected over 1,700 canned goods, adding up to an amazing 1,752 pounds of food to help families in need this season. 💛
Your kindness and generosity truly reflect the heart of our Valor community. Thank you for showing our students what it means to give back and make a difference! 🌟
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Nashville Community Celebrations | November 9–21
As we move deeper into November, our community continues to honor remembrance, service, and belonging. It is National Adoption Month, as well as Native American Heritage Month and Military Family Appreciation Month, inviting us to celebrate love, resilience, and community. This period also includes national moments of reflection and local events that strengthen connection across Nashville for high school families.
Youth Spotlights
Mayor’s Youth Summit
Nov. 19, 2025. 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. High school students meet with city leaders to share ideas and recommendations for Nashville. Details and registration are available here.
Emotional Wellness Events for Teen Girls
Nov. 14, 2025 Grounded & Growing Ages 13-15 | Ages 16-19 |
Key National and Cultural Observances (Nov. 9–21)
- Nov. 11. Veterans Day: Honoring the courage, service, and sacrifice of all U.S. military veterans.
- Nov. 16. International Day for Tolerance: A global call for respect, understanding, and peaceful coexistence.
- Nov. 20. Transgender Day of Remembrance: A solemn day honoring transgender individuals whose lives were lost to anti-trans violence while uplifting the call for safety and equity.
Local Highlights (Nov. 9–21)
- Nov. 10: School Board Meeting
- Nov. 15. Boots on the Ground Public School Choice Fair (Casa De Dios USA): Free family-friendly fair connecting parents and students with high-performing schools and education resources. Event information: https://nashvillepropel.org
- Nov. 15. Taste of the Middle East Festival (Plaza Mariachi): Music, dance, art, and cuisine celebrating Middle Eastern cultures. Details: https://plazamariachi.com
- Ongoing. Project LEAD FREE Workshops: Youth and family workshops focused on education and health awareness. Registration: https://www.nashville.gov/Health-Department
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Congratulations to the cast & crew of STEEL MAGNOLIAS on a fully sold out performance run! You were all phenomenal! We are so proud of you!!
UP NEXT WITH VALOR THEATRE:
Auditions for Cinderella (HS Show) & Beauty & The Beast Jr. (MS Show)
Audition information can be found on our Valor Theatre Auditions Page
**You must sign up in advance for auditions**
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
2nd Semester Club Registration is Open!
Register for 2nd-semester clubs NOW! Registration closes January 30. Don’t miss your spot, sign up today!
After-School Clubs Information
Check out the VCP Club Listings & Schedules.
Volunteer After School!
Students in 10th-12th Grade, make a difference by volunteering with our Afterschool Programs! Click here to sign up and start making an impact!
After School & Partner Contacts
Have questions, contact the After School Team at 615-200-7647, email us at face@valorcollegiate.org, or the FACE website.
Have questions, contact the Boys & Girls Club Team at 615-753-8451 or email boysandgirlsclub@valorcollegiate.org. Please review the BGC Member & Parent Handbook
9TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready! Visit mylifetouch.com to log in or create an account, find your student and order using your student’s student ID number (if available at your school). All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here. Thank you!
Make Up/Retakes will be held on December 16th.
10TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready! Visit mylifetouch.com to log in or create an account, find your student and order using your student’s student ID number (if available at your school). All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here. Thank you!
Make Up/Retakes will be held on December 16th.