Sunday Feb 22nd
UPCOMING EVENTS:
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:
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.
Q3 Benchmarks (Mock APs and EOCs)
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 will receive their completed test schedules with their room assignments by the end of the day on Tuesday.
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
Please be sure to take a moment read our integrity policy for High Stakes exams
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tlMZeo4IBunqknLNkGWHqzdJyqMEB1qs5zl_gxKahlY/edit?tab=t.
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
As a diverse-by-design school, February invites us to celebrate the cultures and histories that shape our community. This week many celebrated Lunar New Year. 2026 is the Year of the Horse. Learn more here.
National Observances
- Ramadan (Islamic) Now–March 19 is a month of fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, reflection, and community care.
- Clean Monday (Eastern Orthodox Christian) Feb 23 marks the beginning of Great Lent, a 40-day season of fasting and spiritual preparation before Pascha.
- Ayyám-i-Há (Bahá’í) — Feb 25–March 1 represents a period of charity, gift-giving, hospitality, and celebration before the annual fast.
Community Resources
We encourage participation in bipartisan advocacy opportunities that center students and families.
- The Tennessee General Assembly is in session. Follow legislation and education updates: https://www.capitol.tn.gov
- Tennessee Non Profit Day on the Hill Feb 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 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.
Local Highlights
- Feb 26 | Stand Against Injustice: Caste & Power (Hybrid Lunch & Learn)
Explore Caste by Isabel Wilkerson and how hierarchy shapes belonging and opportunity.
Register - Feb 26 | Healing Through Connection (Virtual, 9:30–10:30 a.m.)
Learn how belonging and strong relationships promote healing and prevention.
Register
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Important Dates
- 2/27: Club registration link closes
February 27th–March 4th: VCP Testing Days & Early Dismissal
BGC will operate during normal hours. Students who regularly attend BGC should follow the standard VCP dismissal cadence. BGC staff will be on campus and ready to receive VCP students beginning at 2:30 p.m.
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
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Athletics Staff Directory of Coaches
Valor Athletics Summer Camp Dates Released
