UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 11th-May 15th- AP Testing
May 15th- Senior Sunset
May 17th-Graduation
May 18th- 9/10 Practice ACT dismissal for all students at 1:40
May 21st- Last Day of School Celebration dismissal at 11:30
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Thank you to all of the parents for your generosity, thoughtfulness, and support during Staff Appreciation Week. Your kindness and encouragement mean so much to our team, and we are incredibly grateful for the way you continue to pour into and support our staff community. Your partnership helps make VCP such a special place for both students and adults.
If you need to know the details for Graduation and Senior Sunset, please make sure to read the 12th Grade Announcements section.
Thank you,
Dr. Gill
#WildcatWay #AllDay #Everyday
Parking Reminders
Remember that even though seniors are off campus, their parking spaces should remain available for them. Please continue to park only in your assigned space or in the Church parking lot. Seniors will be returning for AP testing and need access to their designated spots. Please note that you risk being towed if you do not park in your assigned space.
In preparation for Senior Sunset on Friday 5/15, please have your car out of the VCP/Voyager parking lot by 3 pm. There will be a special presentation for our seniors and the parking lot must be empty. Your car will be towed if you are parked in the lot after 3 pm.
AP Testing Schedule
Below is the AP Testing Schedule. On days your student has an exam, they will be dismissed after their test is complete. If your student has an afternoon exam, they should arrive at school at the start time of the test and do not need to attend other classes that day. They should report directly to their assigned testing location.Students should have an email from Ms. Gore with their assigned location for testing. If your student is 9th-11th grader and is not testing they will have a normal day of school.
Note: Do not park at the Compass Center for testing. You should only park in your assigned space or the Church parking lot if you have a permit.
| Exam | Date | Start Time | Location |
| AP Calculus AB | May 11, 2026 | 7:30 AM | Compass CenterExtended Time Testing: VCP |
| AP Seminar | May 11, 2026* | 11:30 AM | Compass CenterExtended Time Testing: VCP |
| AP Precalculus | May 12, 2026 | 7:30 AM | Compass CenterExtended Time Testing: VCP |
| AP Psychology | May 12, 2026 | 11:30 AM | VCP |
| AP English Language and Composition | May 13, 2026 | 7:30: AM | VCP |
| AP Art History | May 14, 2026 | 7:30: AM | VCP |
| AP Spanish Language and Culture | May 14, 2026 | 7:30: AM | Compass CenterExtended Time Testing: VCP |
| AP Computer Science Principles | May 14, 2026* | 11:30 AM | VCP |
| AP Environmental Science (APES) | May 15, 2026 | 7:30 AM | VCP (Gym) |
| AP Computer Science A | May 15, 2026 | 11:30 AM | VCP |
1:40 PM Dismissal on Monday, May 18th for 11th grade
On Monday, May 18, we will run a modified schedule to accommodate the Practice ACT for 9th and 10th grade students.
11th grade students will attend all of their classes on a shortened schedule and will be dismissed at 1:40 PM. Please see the schedule below for the day.
| 11th Grade Bell Schedule | ||
| 11th | ||
| Time | Block | Minutes |
| 7:30 – 8:09 | Block A | 39 |
| 8:09 – 8:14 | Transition | 5 |
| 8:14 – 8:53 | Block B | 39 |
| 8:53 – 8:58 | Transition | 5 |
| 8:58 – 9:37 | Block C | 39 |
| 9:37 – 9:42 | Transition | 5 |
| 9:42 – 10:21 | Block D | 39 |
| 10:21 – 10:26 | Transition | 5 |
| 10:26 – 11:05 | Block E | 39 |
| 11:05 – 11:10 | Transition | 5 |
| 11:10 – 11:40 | Lunch | 30 |
| 11:40 – 11:45 | Transition | 5 |
| 11:45 – 12:12 | Mentoring | 27 |
| 12:12 – 12:17 | Transition | 5 |
| 12:17 – 12:56 | Block F | 39 |
| 12:56 – 1:01 | Transition | 5 |
| 1:01 – 1:40 | Block G | 39 |
Last Day of School
We’re excited to celebrate the last day of school with a fun-filled schoolwide party on Thursday, May 21 from 7:30–11:30 AM! Students will get to enjoy a variety of activities, including a silent disco, game rooms, arts and crafts, karaoke, movie rooms, and even a few rounds of Bingo. We’ll also have raffle prizes, yearbook signing opportunities, and a visit from Kona Ice to help us kick off summer in style.
It’s a special time for students to relax, connect, and celebrate all they’ve accomplished this year—we can’t wait to end the year together on such a joyful note!
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Thank you to all the families that helped make Teacher Appreciation Week across all three campuses. Your contributions really brought joy to the staff especially have a couple of week of testing and gearing up for the End of the Year Festitives.
Special shoutout to our Hospitality Chairs that spear headed this week:
Abra Pitt- Flagship
Jasmine Williamson- Voyager
Karin Simmons- VCP
Here are some words from Staff:
Thank you for showering us with so much love and goodies!! – Flagship
When you forget your lunch and their are snacks in the co-labs YESSS.. Small blessings – VCP
Make week has been made, Thanks to everyone who put this together.- Voyager
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION:
May brings opportunities for our Valor community to learn, celebrate, and reflect together. This month, we recognize Lupus Awareness Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month. Each observance invites us to honor the histories, experiences, and identities that shape our community.
Upcoming Religious & National Observances
- May 10 | Mother’s Day/Women in Our Lives: Children of all ages show appreciation for their mothers and mother figures
- May 15 | Ascension Day (Western Christian): Also known as Holy Thursday, celebrated 40 days after Easter, it commemorates the ascension of Jesus into Heaven
Civic Engagement
- While national politics often receives the most attention, local elections shape systems our families interact with daily, including schools, neighborhoods, public services, and community resources. For Valor, civic engagement reflects our belief that every family brings wisdom and lived experience that should be represented in decisions impacting our community. Davidson County voters showed up for the May 5 primaries. Missed voting on May 5? No worries! The next election is Thursday, August 6, and early voting begins July 17. Be sure to check your voter registration status here and make a plan to participate.
- YWCA Nashville invites the community to join Stand Against Injustice webinar: Democracy in Progress: Voting Rights at a Crossroads on May 20 from 12–1 p.m. CT (via Zoom). Click here to register! Download and share the flyer
Community Opportunities
- May 16 | All Antioch Clean Up: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.; volunteers meet at Global Mall.
- May 21 | Tennessee Disability Pathfinder Webinar: 11:30am-12:30pm Navigating Financial Assistance for Technology & Equipment via zoom. This session will help families better understand funding options for technology and equipment. Interpretation available upon request. Register by May 12. Download and share the flyer
May 23 | Tai Chi Workshop: Celebrate AAPI Month at Shelby Bottoms Nature Center at 1 p.m.
VALOR THEATRE & ART ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Voyager & Flagship Virtual Artshow Links now available!
Flagship Virtual Art Show Link (CLICK HERE)
Voyager Virtual Art Show Link (CLICK HERE)
Theatre Announcement – Added Friday Evening post-awards dinner
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
2026-27 High School Football Signups (With NCP)
Football for High School with Nashville Collegiate Prep will begin June 1st.
Practices will be Monday-Thursday in June. Fridays will be added after the Dead Period.
HS will practice 8am-12pm at NCP (14446 Old Hickory Blvd Antioch, TN 37013)
Please complete this interest form to be added to NCP’s Mailing list.
NCP High School Football team band (JOIN HERE)
2026-2027 High School Sports Athletics Guide
Please find this link to guide you on all middle school athletics for the next school year (2026-2027)
Upcoming Tryouts for Fall VCP Teams (Grades 9-12)
Submit questions to the Athletic Department
In the absence of a town hall this year, the athletic department is responding to questions/requests via email.
Athletics FAQS:
- Middle schools will be staying in the same athletic conference (HVAC) that they have always played in. The teams will continue to be split into A & B teams as they have in the past.
- High School leagues will still be the same leagues they have been in the past, competing with MNPS schools in the AA division.
- Tryouts will continue to be announced and advertised via the principal’s updates
- Our high school co-op will be with Nashville Collegiate Prep (NCP), and we will play football, baseball & softball with them. There will be busing from Valor to NCP for practices.
- There are no plans to add any new sports for the 2026-27 school year.
Valor Athletics Summer Camp Dates Released
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
11TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Postsecondary Success Seminar
We are excited to share that we will be supporting your students in earning the TN Promise Award, which provides eligible students with the chance to attend a community or technical college tuition-free.
At our school, our goal is to ensure 100% of our students earn the TN Promise Award, and we need your support to make that happen.
To complete the registration process, all students must bring their Social Security Number (SSN) to school either of the following days, whichever day they have Postsecondary Success Seminar:
- Tuesday, May 12th
- Wednesday, May 13th
Postsecondary Success teachers will be available to assist students with completing their TN Promise application during this time.
Please ensure your student comes prepared with their SSN so they can take advantage of this valuable opportunity. If needed, students will be allowed to access their cell phones in order to retrieve their SSN.
If your student does not have a SSN, they will be excused from registering.
Thank you for your partnership in supporting your student’s postsecondary success.
Please contact nkoutsunis@valorcollegiate.org will any questions or concerns.
12TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2026 at our Senior Sunset and Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 15th! Below are the key details to help you prepare for this special evening.
Event Schedule
- 5:10 PM: Gym doors open for students and families. Regalia and Ticket pick up can happen at this time.
- 5:15–5:40 PM: Dessert serving line
- 5:45–6:45 PM: Senior Awards Ceremony
- 6:45–7:15 PM: Regalia and graduation ticket pickup in the dining hall
- 7:25–7:30 PM: Firework send‑off in the parking lot
During the awards ceremony, we will recognize seniors with Graduate Aims Awards, class-specific awards selected by teachers, mentor awards, and NHS recognition for eligible students.
After the ceremony, seniors and families may go to the dining hall to pick up graduation regalia and graduation tickets. Families may also resolve any outstanding fees at this time.
We will close the evening with a brief firework show in the parking lot. Families, students, and staff are invited to join us outside for this final celebratory moment.
Parking and Arrival
The VCP parking lot will be used for the firework show. We strongly encourage families to carpool and plan to arrive in one car per family. Please plan to park at one of the following nearby locations:
- Tractor Supply (open at 5PM)
- Flagship
- Compass Training Center
We look forward to celebrating our seniors and honoring their accomplishments together.
Warmly, Valor Collegiate Academy
Graduation
Graduation will take place on Sunday, May 17, at 5:00 PM at the Gaylord Opryland Events Center (2806 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN 37214).
The raffle for additional graduation tickets took place last week. Your student received an email that confirmed how many additional tickets we were able to grant, if they met the attendance requirement. Students who did not meet the requirement received an email letting them know that they would not receive additional tickets. We are completely out of tickets and the event is at maximum capacity.
Please note that all tickets for graduation have been claimed and we are at capacity for Graduation and no more tickets will be distributed. The graduation will be stream lived for people who were unable to secure tickets.
Timeline for Graduation
Graduate Arrival Time: 2:00 PM
All graduates must arrive by 2:00 pm. They should bring their cap /gown with them. (Note they will receive their cap and gown at Senior Sunset).
Graduation Rehearsal will take place beginning at 3 pm.
Doors open for all guests/families at 4:00 pm.
Graduation will begin promptly at 5 pm.
Location:
Graduation will take place on Sunday, May 17 th at the Gaylord Opryland Events Center (2806 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN, 37214). The Gaylord Opryland Events Center is a separate building from the main hotel. The Events Center is situated between the Opryland Hotel and the Opryland Mall.
Parking:
All guests have three parking options for graduation.
Free Parking: There is free parking at the Opry Mills Mall. This is an approximate 0.2 mile walk to the Event Center entrance. Watch this video to see the short walk from the free parking.
Paid Parking: Guests can park in the Cascades and Presidential self-parking lots at the rate of $30.
Valet Parking: Guests can also receive valet parking at the self-parking rate ($25) if they choose to valet instead.
Tickets:
All guests will need to present their paper tickets. All tickets will be distributed at Senior Sunset.
Children 2 and under do not need tickets. All children above the age of 2 will need a ticket.
All Other Seating at Graduation:
Seating at graduation will be on a first come, first serve basis. All seats will have unobstructed views of the stage/graduates.
Interpretation:
Upon entry to graduation, we will have tables with interpretation equipment available. Interpretation will be available in Spanish.
Live Stream:
The graduation will be live-streamed. We will email the link once we have it.
Items to Leave at Home:
To ensure a safe and comfortable ceremony, the following items are strictly prohibited from being brought into the venue:
- Containers of any kind (including but not limited to coolers, thermoses, cups, bottles, cans, flasks)
- Aerosol and spray cans
- Animals (except for service animals for persons with a disability)
- Balloons and beach balls
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Weapons
- Signs, banners, and flags
- Laser pointers
- Noisemakers (including but not limited to whistles, air horns, bull horns, sirens, thunder sticks, etc.)
- Drones
- Confetti, glitter, streamers, and silly string
- Fireworks, party poppers, and sparklers
Suggested Attire for Graduates:
- These are the suggestions and requirements for students’ attire on graduation day:
- Requirements
- Graduates must bring their cap and gown to graduation. Graduates are permitted to decorate their cap.
- Graduates should wear either a dress or a skirt, or wear dress pants with a collared, button-down shirt and a dark-colored tie.
- Jeans are not allowed – even black jeans – for this ceremony.
- Students should wear dress shoes. No sandals without a backstrap or flip-flops.
- Suggestions
- Wear shoes that you know you can walk in. This is not the time to try wearing pump heels for the first time, given that you will be walking in front of a room of 2000 people … on stage. As such, high-heels and wedges are strongly discouraged.
- Dresses should likely be shorter than the graduation robe, which will hit somewhere between the mid-calf and heel.
- Dresses and skirts should be lightweight and shouldn’t be too full so they are able to comfortably fit under the graduation gown
- Requirements