SUNDAY Feb 15th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Feb 15th- Feb 27th- Family Survey and Re-enrollment window
Feb 16th- Navigating Technology: Parent Power Session
Feb 19th- Q3 Academic Town Hall
Feb 27th- March 4th- Q3 Benchmark
Feb 27 – March 1: Beauty & The Beast Jr. More Details Below
Feb 28th- Black History Month Festival
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Share your feedback & re-enroll your scholar for 2026-27 by February 27, 2026 |
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In an effort to make this process as quick and easy for families as possible, we have combined the Family Survey and the Re-enrollment process. Your completion is very important because:
- The ideas and feedback you share helps us to continue to make our school community better
- You must re-enroll your scholar to secure their spot at Valor for next school year.
Please remember:
- You MUST complete a survey and re-enrollment for EACH scholar
- Every family who completes a survey/re-enrollment will be entered to win one of three $25 Amazon gift cards (one per campus)
- You must complete these between 2/15 and 2/27
Survey Links: English , Spanish
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!
26-27 Calendar
We have our Spanish and Arabic versions of our 26-27 school year calendar. You can find all links below. As we’ve shared, we’ll republish our calendars once our internal dates have been finalized 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
Quarter 3 Academic Town hall
Date: Thursday February 19th, 2026
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 gain clarity on where we are academically, understand academic goals, and gear up for testing.
We value your partnership and look forward to seeing you there! Together, we can make the remainder of this school year and our testing season a success.
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
February Observances
As February continues, we honor Black History Month and Ramadan, alongside other moments that invite reflection on leadership, faith, and justice. Black History Month calls us to celebrate the history, brilliance, and ongoing contributions of Black communities, while Ramadan is a sacred season of prayer, fasting, and generosity for many of our Muslim students and families. At our diverse-by-design school, these observances help us practice empathy, deepen understanding, and ensure every member of our community feels seen and valued.
National & Cultural Observances
- Presidents Day — Feb. 16: Reflects on civic leadership and our shared responsibility to strengthen democracy.
- Shrove Tuesday — Feb. 17: A day of preparation and reconciliation before Lent.
- Lunar New Year — Feb. 17: Celebrated across many Asian cultures with family traditions and wishes for prosperity.
- Ash Wednesday — Feb. 18: Begins Lent with reflection and intention-setting.
- Ramadan — Approximately begins Feb 18: A month of fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, and community care.
- World Day of Social Justice — Feb. 20: Promotes equity, dignity, and opportunity for all.
Local Highlights & Community Resources
For families observing Ramadan, the Islamic Center of Nashville (https://icnashville.org) offers prayer times, community iftars, and educational resources. Families may find support in understanding Ramadan here. Our staff support fasting students with flexibility and understanding.
Civic Engagement
The Tennessee General Assembly is in session. Follow legislation and education updates: https://www.capitol.tn.gov
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Valor Theatre Presents: Disney Beauty & the Beast Jr.
Beauty & The Beast Jr. is going to sell out so get your tickets today! – we have currently sold 700+ tickets and only have a few seats left.
Friday – Opening Night 7:00pm – SOLD OUT (No Tickets Sold At Door)
Saturday Matinee 2:00pm – SOLD OUT (No Tickets Sold At Door)
Saturday Evening 7:00pm – Less than 50 seats remaining (No Tickets Sold At Door)
Sunday Matinee 3:00pm – Less than 50 seats remaining
If you want to see our awesome MS kiddos perform, you better jump on that ticket purchase. The show is around 90min in length total (35min, 15min intermission, 35 minutes) – perfect for little ones and family. Rated – G
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Important Dates
- 2/16: Afterschool Clubs Normal Schedule
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
Valor Athletics Summer Camp Dates Released
10TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
10th Grade Campus Visit-3/24
This Spring, we’ll offer four campus visits for tenth-grade students. These four visits will occur simultaneously, on 3/24. Families/Caregivers, this is a friendly reminder to complete the Campus Visit Permission Slip Survey by February 19th. The Campus Visit Permission Slip Survey was emailed (on 2/13) to families/caregivers of students who completed the Campus Preference Survey by the February 12th deadline.
Failure to complete the Permission Slip survey by the deadline will result in non-attendance. Please note that the entire 10th Grade Team will serve as chaperones during the campus visits, and there will be no on-campus instruction for 10th graders that day.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Amber Conway at aconway@valorcollegiate.org. We look forward to a memorable 10th Grade Signature Experience.