Sunday February 8th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Feb 15th- Feb 27th- Family Survey and Re-enrollment window
Feb 16th: Make-Up Day – School in session for students
Feb 16th- Navigating Technology: Parent Power Session
Feb 19th- Q3 Academic Town Hall
Feb 27th- March 4th- Q3 Benchmark
Feb 28th- Black History Month Festival
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Inclement Weather Day Make-Up: February 16th
Given the recent inclement weather storm in Nashville, Valor needs to make up one school day. Valor had five built in inclement weather days coming into the school year and given the six days missed, we need to make up a day. To make-up for this day, we are aligning with MNPS and having school with our students on Monday, February 16th in lieu of previously planned professional development with our staff.
If you are curious for more information about the calendar and why Valor needs to make up a day, please reach out to Valor’s Managing Director of Schools, Jamie Gutter at jgutter@valorcollegiate.org. He would be happy to explain!
Q3 Benchmarks (Mock APs and EOCs) Tests- New Schedule
Below are the benchmark testing days and tests for Q3 Benchmarks. Note on days that your student does not have a test, they do not attend school. Arrival and dismissal times will vary depending on each test. Students and families should have received emails this weekend with their testing schedule.
Friday, February 27th: English 1, English 2, US History, AP US History, and AP Government
Monday, March 2nd: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, AP Environmental Science, AP Pre-Calculus, and AP Calculus
Tuesday, March 3rd: AP Human Geography, AP Seminar, AP World History, Biology, AP Biology, and AP Stats
Wednesday, March 4th: AP Literature and AP Spanish(Note: Makeups start and extending time for some Thursday courses will take place on this day).
Wednesday March 4th and Thursday 5th: Make-up Testing
Q3 Progress Reports
Progress Reports will be distributed this week during Mentor Group. Please note that due to the six inclement weather days this quarter, there are currently a limited number of grades reflected in our teachers’ gradebooks. As instruction continues and additional assignments are completed and graded, families can expect to see significantly more grades posted by the end of the quarter.
2026-2027 School Year Calendar
The schedule adjustments will allow for the student circle to continue to happen on Monday and time at school will remain roughly the same from the current schedule. Additionally, students will go to all classes, five days a week, meaning they will start having Content Focus and Enrichment classes on Monday. The new times will not impact any after school programming. We’re excited for these shifts!
Our 26.27 calendar has been approved by MNPS! You can find it in the link here. MNPS made some shifts to their approach for the 26.27 school year calendar which has impacted some of ours as well. While the base calendar has been approved, there are still some internal dates we are working to finalize, some of which are dependent on MNPS. These include things like ACT testing dates, TNReady windows, etc.. We’ll update our calendar and share with families as those dates get solidified. For now, those dates say “Dates TBD”.
We are working on getting translated versions of the calendar and will share them in the coming weeks!
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Quarter 2 was a blast and with so many amazing things going on we would like to celebrate our Fantastic Teachers and staff and would love for your support. Our hospitality chairs and family engagement team will be hosting the Middle School Teacher Luncheon on Tuesday, February 17th.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548A5AC2DA1FF2-62101308-tuesday
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the Hospitality Chair for your school or the Family Engagement Manager
- VCP Hospitality Chair: Karin Simmons- karin.simmons@yahoo.com
- Family Engagement Manager: Alexis Morris- alexis.morris@valorcollegiate.org
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
February Observances
As we step into February, our community recognizes Black History Month, Ramadan, and Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, alongside many other important moments of reflection. As a diverse-by-design school, this month offers a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions that shape our community while standing in solidarity with our students and families. Together, we continue building a culture where everyone feels seen, valued, and a true sense of belonging.
National Observances
- Sat., Feb. 15 — Nirvana Day (Buddhist): A day of reflection marking the Buddha’s achievement of Parinirvana, often observed through mindfulness and remembrance.
- Sat., Feb. 15 — Susan B. Anthony Day (U.S.): Honors the birth and legacy of Susan B. Anthony and the ongoing work for women’s voting rights and equity.
- Sat., Feb. 15 — Maha Shivaratri (Hindu): The “Great Night of Shiva,” a sacred festival of prayer, fasting, and spiritual renewal.
Local Highlights & Community Resources
- Black History Month events and ways to engage across Nashville are linked here
- As a diverse community that values civic learning and engagement, we encourage participation in bipartisan advocacy opportunities that center students and families.
1. EdTrust-Tennessee Day of Education Advocacy: Registration
2. Nashville CABLE Day on the Hill March 25th: Registration
- Families Together (TN Justice for Our Neighbors) offers a free, self-paced course that helps noncitizen parents better understand the U.S. immigration system, prepare their families, and access an attorney consultation to discuss legal options and create a family readiness plan—support that can bring greater stability for both parents and students. Learn more and sign up: Registration
- If you have questions regarding our immigration and customs community guidance, please read our Family FAQ or reach out to your child’s principal.
Together, may this month strengthen connection, understanding, and care across our community.
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Important Dates
- 2/12: GSA Event
- 2/13: BGC Closed
- 2/16: Afterschool Clubs Normal Schedule
Afterschool Refund Policy Reminder
All refund requests must follow the Afterschool Refund Policy and be submitted through the Refund Request Form.
2nd Semester Club Registration is Open!
Register for 2nd-semester clubs NOW! Registration closes February 27th, sign up today!
After-School Clubs Information
Check out the VCP Club Listings, Schedules & Upcoming Event
Afterschool Graduation Cord Requirements
Graduation is right around the corner, and we are excited to celebrate students who have demonstrated dedication, leadership, and active involvement in Afterschool Fine Arts, Clubs & Enrichment. Please review the eligibility requirements here. If you have questions, Ms. Pashion is happy to help at face@valorcollegiate.org.
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
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
High School Tennis Update (Tryouts now 2/23)
Hello all, we now anticipate that we will be able to offer high school tennis this year after locating a coach and a potential course to practice at.
Tryouts will be on 2/23 from 3:30pm-5:30pm at Hadley Park Tennis Courts:
Hadley Park Tennis Center
1037B 28th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37208
If you intend to tryout please fill out this short interest form!
High School Track & Field Tryout Update
Due to track availability, we have moved track & field tryouts to February 27, 2026, from 4pm-6pm at E.S. Rose Park (1000 Edgehill Ave, Nashville, TN 37203). Please plan accordingly.
High School Football Signups
We will be doing a high school football co-op with Nashville Collegiate Prep for the 2026-27 school year. Please complete this signup if interested.
Upcoming High School Sports Tryouts
Download the VCA Athletics App to stay up to date on all things athletics:
Apple Device Link and Google Device Link
Athletics Staff Directory of Coaches
Parents Night Out Hosted by Athletics 2/13/2026
The back-to-back state champions will be hosting a parents’ night out on February 13, 2026, from 4pm-10pm in the VCP gym. ($50 per student) All Ages welcome
Valor Athletics Summer Camp Dates Released
9TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
10TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
10th Grade Signature Experience
This Spring, we’ll offer four campus visits for tenth-grade students. These four visits will occur simultaneously, on 3/24. During mentor time, students will complete the Campus Visit Preference Survey and rank their choices for visits to The University of the South (Sewanee), Vanderbilt University, Cumberland University, and Tennessee State University. *Nashville State Community College (NSCC) will be hosting Preview Day on March 24, which would limit our ability to provide a structured visit. For this reason, we will be canceling the NSCC visit.
The Campus Visit Preference Survey is due by February 11.
Failure to complete the survey by the deadline will result in non-attendance, and families/caregivers will not receive the Campus Visit Permission Slip Form which will be sent on Thursday, February 12th.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Amber Conway at aconway@valorcollegiate.org. We look forward to a memorable 10th Grade Signature Experience.