Sunday April 26th
| UPCOMING EVENTS |
May 2nd: Family. State of Valor ( See Valor Family Engagement for details)
May 4th- May 8th: Teacher Appreciation Week
MS Art Show – VIRTUAL – Link Coming Soon! (More details below)
Testing Dates
4/20-5/1: TNReady
5/4-5/8: TNReady Make-Up
5/7-5/8: Math MAP Testing
5/14-5/15: ELA MAP Testing
End of Year Student Event
4/30: Senior Walk
5/1: 5th Grade – Adventure Science Center
5/2: 7th Grade Dance
5/2-5/3: 8th Grade Capstone Trip
5/8: Autism Awareness Walk
5/8: 8th Grade Circus World Trip
5/13: 6th Grade Field Trip : Zoo
5/19: 8th Grade Promotion & Family Day
5/20: Class Swap Day
5/21: Q4 Award Ceremonies for grades 5-7
MS Art Show – VIRTUAL – Link Coming Soon! (More details below)
| CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS |
Autism Acceptance Month: Coin Drive & Walk
This April, our school community will celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with a schoolwide coin drive through May 7th.
Students will have the opportunity to contribute spare change through their Pride groups, with all funds raised going directly to support our Harbor classrooms—helping provide meaningful resources and experiences for students. After two weeks, students have raised over $1000 for our Harbor classrooms.
We will conclude the month with our Autism Acceptance Walk on May 8th, a time for our community to come together in celebration of neurodiversity and inclusion.
If you are interested in participating or learning more, please reach out to Ms. Donaldson (jdonaldson@valorcollegiate.org).
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming State of Valor Town Hall on Saturday, May 2nd at 9:30 am.
This in-person event will take place at the Compass Center and will be hosted by our CEO, Todd Dickson.
During this session, we will:
- Review key insights from the 2025–2026 Family Survey
- Share where Valor currently stands as a network
- Provide a forward-looking update on our priorities and plans for the 2026–2027 school year
This is an important opportunity for families to stay informed, hear directly from leadership, and continue strengthening our partnership as a community.
Event Details:
Location: Compass Center
Date: Saturday, May 2nd
Time: 9:30am
We hope you can join us for this important conversation.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th–May 8th, and we’re excited to celebrate our amazing teachers! 🎉
We’re inviting families to help us make this week special by contributing items or volunteering support for our appreciation events.
Sign Up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050449ADAB23A1F94-63447225-voyager#/
Thank you for helping us show our teachers how much they are appreciated! 💙
| CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION |
As April comes to a close and we move into May, we’re invited to both reflect and look ahead, honoring the traditions and lived experiences that continue to shape our community. This season of transition reminds us of the many identities, histories, and perspectives that strengthen who we are together. During this time, 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–May 3 | Ridván (Bahá’í): Commemorates Bahá’u’lláh’s declaration of his mission; holy days include April 21, April 29, and May 2.
- May 1 | International Workers Day: Also known as May Day, it celebrates the social and economic achievements of workers worldwide. The day commemorates the Haymarket Riot of 1886 in Chicago, in which police and protesters clashed following a workers’ strike for an eight-hour workday.
Youth Opportunity
TN Voices is launching the Beyond the Screen Challenge, a one-week screen reduction initiative for Tennessee teens in conjunction with Children’s Mental Health Action Week. This challenge gives teens agency while helping them build self-awareness about how technology impacts their mental health on their own terms. Registration is open now!
Community Connection
Picnic with the Library | April 26, 3:30–6:00 p.m. | Downtown Public Library
- Picnic with the Library | April 26, 3:30–6:00 p.m. | Downtown Public Library
Family-friendly literacy event supporting children’s programming. Flyer
- Children’s Mental Health Action Week is hosting the Spring Festival, a free family event held on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Regional Intervention Program, 5020 Darlington Dr., Nashville, TN.
If you have questions or would like to share an upcoming event, please email aharmon@valorcollegiate.org
| ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS |
Middle School Sports 2026-2027 Tryout Dates
Girls Volleyball: August 13 & 14, 2026 at VCP Gym (4pm-6pm)
Cross Country: August 17, 2026 at Whitfield Park (3pm-4:30pm)
Boys Soccer: All tryouts at Ezell Road Park (5135 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN 37211)
September 14, 2026 (8th grade) 3pm-5pm *Bussing Provided*
September 15, 2026 (7th grade) 4pm-6pm) *Bussing Provided*
September 16, 2026 (6th grade) 4pm-6pm *Bussing Provided*
September 17 & September 18, 2026 (Final Invite Back Days) *Bussing Provided*
Girls Soccer: September 17 & September 18, 2026 at Ezell Road Park (4pm-6pm)
Cheerleading: October 2, 2026 at VCP Gym (4pm-6pm)
Boys Basketball: November 5 & 6, 2026 at VCP Gym (6pm-8pm) *Study hall after school provided*
Girls Basketball: November 5 & 6, 2026 at VCP Gym (4pm-6pm)
Bowling: February 10, 2027 at Tusculum Strike & Spare (4pm-5:15pm)
Track & Field: March 1st & 2nd, 2027 (4pm-5:30pm) Location TBD
Golf: March 8th, 2027 at Vinny Links Golf Course (3:30p-5:30p) *Bussing Provided*
Flag Football: March 8th & March 9th, 2027 at Voyager Turf (3:30pm-5:30pm)
High School Football Signups (Open to rising 9th graders)
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 Tryouts for Fall VCP Teams (Open to rising 9th graders)
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
| FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS, & ENRICHMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS |
Important Dates
- May 1st: BGC Closed
- May 15th: Last Day of Afterschool Programming
- May 20th: BGC Last Day
Lovely Lavish Ladies of Valor Auditions
Join us for auditions on Saturday, June 6th or Monday, August 10th at Flagship. Ready to take the stage? We’d love to see you there! Click here for detailed information and to register.
Afterschool Club Information
Check out the MS Club Listings, Schedule, MS Time & Dismissal information & Upcoming Event for all your afterschool needs.
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