3/8/26 VCP Lower School (9/10) Principal’s Update

Sunday March 8th 

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

March 9th- 13th- Spring Break 

UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:  

WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Fire Arms Instruction: Upcoming Morning Meeting/Wingding 

In 2024, the Tennessee General Assembly passed the following legislation, requiring instruction of firearms safety in schools, outlined in Tenn. Code Ann. § 49-6-1016. We will share a state provided video with our students to watch and take the opportunity to reintroduce our security team with our students. We will do this at the following dates during Morning Meeting (MSs) or WingDing (VCP) and will have a member of the security team there to introduce themselves to students. You can find the dates below: 

March 25th

5th and 7th grade morning meeting: Flagship 

10th Grade WingDing: VCP 

March 26th 

6th and 8th grade morning meeting: Flagship

9th and 11th grade WingDings: VCP 

April 1st

5th and 7th grade morning meeting: Voyager

April 2nd

6th and 8th grade morning meeting: Voyager

12th Grade: More information to come about sharing with our 12th grade! 

12th Grade: More information to come about sharing with our 12th grade! 

If you are curious to see more about the state law, you can review the following materials from the state and see the slides we will share with students as well. 

State Resource: Instructional Outcomes and Guidance

State Resource: Instructional Resources

Morning Meeting Slides

If you’d like to discuss any of this more, please reach out to your principal!

VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:

CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION 

March at Valor invites us to honor the pioneers and traditions that enrich our shared history. This month, we recognize Women’s History, Irish American, and Kurdish Heritage.

National Observances

  • Now–March 19 | Ramadan (Islamic): A month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community care.
  • March 4 | Holi (Hindu): A spring “festival of colors” dedicated to love and sharing.
  • March 4 | Hola Mohalla (Sikh): A martial arts parade coinciding with Holi.
  • March 8 | International Women’s Day: Celebrating the global achievements of women.
  • March 16 | Lailat al-Qadr (Islamic): The “Night of Power” commemorating the revelation of the Qur’an.

Community Resources

  • Free Immigration Consultations (TNJFON) Saturday, March 21 | 9:30 a.m. TNJFON offers free/low-cost legal aid for humanitarian relief. Call or text (615) 538-7481 to register. English Flyer | Spanish Flyer
  • MNPS BookFest Saturday, March 28 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. A free community celebration of reading for YA and Middle Grade students at James Lawson High School. Register Here | Download Flyer

VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:

FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Important Dates

  • 3/16: Afterschool programming resumes

Afterschool Graduation Information

If students have unpaid afterschool fees, they should contact Ms. Pashion at face@valorcollegiate.org cc’ing the club leader by 3/18. Please review the eligibility requirements here.  If you have questions, Ms. Pashion is happy to support.

Afterschool Clubs Information

Check out the VCP Club ListingsSchedules & Upcoming Event

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

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