Sunday April 12th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
April 15th: TIRRC Know your rights session ( See Family Engagement for more details)
April 25th: MENA Heritage Festival
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Please continue to prioritize strong attendance as we look forwards the end of the school year. Strong attendance is being inside the VCP school building every morning by 7:25 AM, and being on time and present for every class throughout the day. Thank you!
Middle School:
Tues, 4/21 @ 4:30pm — Kate Milford, author of Rialto and the bestselling Greenglass House series
Young Adult: :
Sun, 4/19 @ 6:30pm — Readings by Youth Poet Laureates
Fri, 4/24 @ 6:30pm — Randi Smith, author of Ada Holloway’s Had Enough (a timely debut about book bans)
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
We’re excited to partner with Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) to offer an important Know Your Rights virtual session for our families!
Date: Wednesday, April 15th
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: Zoom- https://valorcollegiate.zoom.us/j/93851406486
We all have rights guaranteed under the United States Constitution. Join us for this informative session to learn how to understand and protect your rights in everyday situations.
During this training, families will:
- Learn more about TIRRC and the work they do in our community
- Understand your rights at home, in public spaces, and on the street
- Gain guidance on how to interact with law enforcement
- Explore helpful resources available to support you and your family
This session is designed to be informative, supportive, and empowering for all families. We hope you’ll join us!
Join us for Valor’s Annual MENA Heritage Festival! 🌍✨
Come celebrate culture, community, and connection with delicious food, exciting games, raffles, live performances, and music for the whole family!
Bring your family, bring your friends and don’t forget to bring money for food, raffles, and fun activities! 🎟️🍽️
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💙
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
April invites reflection and connection as we honor the traditions and lived experiences that shape our community. This month, we recognize Arab American Heritage Month, Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Autism Acceptance Month, and Genocide Awareness Month.
Upcoming Religious & National Observances
- April 14 | Vaisakhi/Baisakhi (Sikh): Marks the founding of the Khalsa; Sikhs gather at Gurdwaras to celebrate community, service, and faith.
- April 14 | Yom HaShoah (Jewish): Holocaust Remembrance Day honoring the six million Jews murdered and the resilience of survivors.
- April 14–May 3 | Ridván (Bahá’í): Commemorates Bahá’u’lláh’s declaration of his mission; holy days include April 21, April 29, and May 2.
Community Connection
- YWCA Racial Justice Challenge (through May 4): A virtual learning experience on voting rights and democracy. Join here: https://www.ywcachallenge.org
- Amplify Nashville | April 16, 6:30–9:00 p.m. | Marathon Music Works
Celebrate and support Nashville’s immigrant community. Tickets: https://siloamhealth.org/amplify-nashville-2026/ - Spring Resource Fair | April 18, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | 417 Welshwood Dr
Free resources including food, health services, and employment support. flyer - Earth Day Festival | April 18, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Centennial Park Link
- Picnic with the Library | April 26, 3:30–6:00 p.m. | Downtown Public Library
Family-friendly literacy event supporting children’s programming. flyer
We are grateful to walk alongside such a diverse and dedicated community of families.
If you have questions or would like to share an upcoming event please email aharmon@valorcollegiate.org
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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.
Please be on the lookout for NCP’s Coach visiting during lunch periods on April 14, 2026!
Upcoming Tryouts for Fall 2026 VCP Teams
Upcoming Letterman Jacket Fittings on 4/21/26
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
