Sunday March 8th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
March 9th-12th: Spring Break
March 20th- No School for Students
March 24th- 11th Grade ACT (11th grade will have an early dismissal, regular day for 12th grade)
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Thank you for your flexibility and support during our testing this past week. We know that benchmark and assessment weeks require adjustments to schedules and routines, and we truly appreciate your partnership in helping ensure students arrived prepared and ready to do their best.
Our students worked hard throughout the week, and we are grateful for the encouragement and support you provide at home that helps make these important moments successful.
As we head into Spring Break, we hope your family has a wonderful and restful week. Thank you again for your continued partnership with our community.
Thank you,
Dr. Gill
#WildcatWay #AllDay #EveryDay
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!
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
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 Listings, Schedules & 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
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
11TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
As we prepare for the upcoming ACT testing day on Tuesday, 3/24, we wanted to share important arrival and dismissal information.
Students should arrive at school at their normal arrival time, and testing will begin promptly at 7:30 AM. Please ensure students arrive on time so they can check in and be seated before testing begins.
Below are the expected dismissal times for Day 1 of testing for each testing group:
Day 1 Dismissal Times on 3/24
Standard Time: 11:30 AM
Time + Half Single Day Accommodation: 1:00 PM
Time + Half Multiple Days Accommodation (Day 1) 10:50 AM
Double Time Multiple Days Accommodation (Day 1): 11:40 AM
Read Aloud / Triple Time Multiple Days (Day 1): 1:25 PM
Day 2 of ACT Testing (Only applies for students with Multiple Day Testing Accommodations; all other students will have a regular school day.)
For students who have multiple-day extended time accommodations, the schedule will look slightly different on Day 2. After students complete their testing sessions that, they will report to their classes for the remainder of the school day and be dismissed at 2:30.
If you have any questions about your student’s testing schedule, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you for your continued support as our students prepare for the ACT.
12TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dear Class of 2026 Students and Families,
We are excited to begin preparations to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2026! Graduation will be a special moment for our seniors, families, and the entire Valor community, and we look forward to honoring this milestone together.
Graduation will take place on Sunday, May 17, at 5:00 PM at the Gaylord Opryland Events Center (2806 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214).
To help us plan for guest seating, all seniors must complete the Class of 2026 Graduation Ticket Request Form by Friday, March 20, at 3:00 PM.
Important: The form must be completed by the student using their Valor student email account. Responses submitted from other email accounts will not be accepted.
Ticket Requests
Each graduating senior may request up to 10 tickets for guests. When completing the form, please select only the number of tickets you know your family will use so that we can accommodate as many families as possible.
If your family anticipates needing more than 10 tickets, you may indicate the number requested on the form. While additional tickets are not guaranteed, students may be entered into a raffle for extra tickets if they meet the following expectations between March 16 and April 24:
• No more than 2 additional unexcused absences
• No more than 4 additional unexcused tardies
These expectations help ensure that our seniors finish the year strong as we approach graduation.
Ticket Distribution
All guests must have a physical ticket to enter the ceremony.
Tickets will be distributed to students during Graduation Practice and Senior Sunset on May 15. Seniors will be responsible for giving these tickets to their guests prior to the ceremony. Please note that guests without a physical ticket will not be able to enter the event.
For family members and friends who are unable to attend in person, the graduation ceremony will also be streamed live on YouTube, and we will share the viewing link with families as we get closer to the event.
We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026 and all that you have accomplished during your time at Valor. We look forward to celebrating this meaningful moment with you and your families in May.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to bgill@valorcollegiate.org.
Core Team Meetings
The Postsecondary Success Team is beginning to host Senior Core Team Meetings! The main purpose of this meeting is to assist you and your family in comparing postsecondary options and arriving at an exciting and affordable choice. Bring acceptance letters and aid packages as well as your student’s completed Postsecondary Plan (you can review this with your students ahead of the meeting) to facilitate this process.
The meeting should be in-person, including student AND family. This ensures a comprehensive decision that everyone agrees on. These meetings are mandatory and will be counted as a summative grade (unless both parents and students complete the opt out form from your student’s counselor – in which case you will be excused from the assignment). Please be sure to schedule meetings during non-core content classes only (ex: I Block, Journalism, Personal Finance, etc.). Meetings will last about 30 minutes and will be available from 3/16-4/24.
Please email your student’s postsecondary success counselor with any questions.