Sunday Sept 6th
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Sept 7th- Labor Day (No School)
Sept 8th- Afterschool Clubs Start ( see details below)
Sept 10th- VCP Q1 Q&A (See Valor Family Engagement for details)
Sept 19th- Hispanic Heritage Festival
UPCOMING Athletic EVENTS:
See Athletic Announcements
WHOLE-CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Last week was a very difficult week for our school community following the loss of Mr. Burrow; we thank you all for your understanding and grace.
Thank you for the extraordinary kindness, patience, and support you have extended to our staff and students over the past few days.
As our students navigate this difficult time, please remember that grief does not follow a set timeline. Our Compass Coaches will remain available in the coming weeks for any student who needs extra care, guidance, or a quiet space to process. If you notice that your student needs additional support, please let us know.
We are deeply grateful to be part of such a loving and united community.
Dr. Gill (Upper School Principal) and Dr. Bradford (Lower School Principal)
VCP Q&A Session:
- When: Sept 10th 2025
- Where: Compass Center
- Time: 7:45 am – 8:45am
This year we will be holding a sequence of regular, open meetings with leadership. Families will have the opportunity to:
- – Ask pertinent questions.
- – Learn more about the systems, procedures and vision at Valor.
- – Build relationships with members of the leadership team.
We will post notes from the meeting in the Principal’s Update following the meeting.
Please submit your questions using the form linked here at least 24 hours prior to the Q&A so leadership can be prepared. We will cover these questions first and cover new questions as time permits. Q & A Question Submission
Parking will be provided at the compass center and the Tractor Supply Area ( building between Voyager and Flagship)
Invitation to Register: AI + Human Connection Event at Valor
What will it mean to be human in a world shaped by AI?
Join us for a one-of-a-kind immersive experience designed to help students, families and Valor staff explore that question together. Through live actors and interactive scenarios, you’ll step into possible futures and experience firsthand both the incredible possibilities and the real risks of a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.
This special event, created in partnership with the Rithm Project, is coming to Valor for the first time ever at a school. You’ll leave with new questions, new perspectives, and an opportunity to think together about how we can use AI without losing what matters most: our humanity and our connections to one another.
We invite you to join us in experiencing the future and helping shape what comes next for our Valor community.
There are several opportunities to participate in this special event over the course of three days (Oct 7 – 9, 2026). Please register using this form by selecting the time you’d like to attend. Spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. We highly encourage students and caregivers to register and attend the event together. We will email confirmation of registration and attendance to participants in mid- September.
VALOR FAMILY GROUP: FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
YOU’RE INVITED !!!!!
Valor Family Group & Family Engagement wants you to Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage on Saturday, September 19th at the Voyager Outdoor Area from 10am-3pm !
Come be a part of this vibrant event, filled with cultural activities, music, food, and more. Your support will help make this celebration a memorable experience for our community. Bring your family, friends, neighbors etc.
Let’s come together to honor the rich heritage and contributions of Hispanic cultures.
CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY CONNECTION:
September brings important opportunities for celebration, reflection, and care across our community. As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, we honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of our Latino scholars, staff, and families. At the same time, recognizing Suicide Prevention Awareness Month grounds us in the critical importance of mental health, intentional connection, and checking in on one another. Here are meaningful local resources and events to engage, support, and empower our community this month:
TIRCC Youth Summit 2026
- When: Saturday, Sept 12
- Where: TIRCC Headquarters
- Details: Hosted by the Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition, this annual summit empowers youth leaders through workshops, community building, and advocacy training. Register Here
5th Annual Suicide Awareness & Prevention Event: Metro Public Health presents “Hope Is Available: Being The Perfect Stranger™,” an empowering morning focused on mental health awareness, compassionate support, and community connection. Lunch is provided.
- When: Wednesday, September 9 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Where: Lentz Public Health Center | Free [Registration Link]
Whether advocating for survivor safety, civic participation, or mental health awareness, we thrive when our families stay informed and connected!
The Metro Historical Commission Art Competition
MHCAC invites students in grades 3–12 to enter the “Imagine Nashville: 1,000 Years Ago” art contest. Explore Mississippian history through art depicting daily life or artifacts. Entries are judged across three grade divisions. Submit completed artwork with an artist statement to Kyle Alexander by November 20, 2026.
VALOR THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
No announcements at this time
FACE: FINE ARTS, CLUBS & ENRICHMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Clubs are officially starting this week!!
Below is the club meeting schedule for semester 1. See you Tuesday!
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | ||||
| Boys & Girls Club | Boys & Girls Club | Boys & Girls Club | Boys & Girls Club | Boys & Girls Club | ||||
| Lovely Lavish Ladies of Valor | BSU | Best Buddies | Chapter Chat: Book Club | ASU | ||||
| Science Olympiad | The Spotlight Society | MSA | CSU | Model United Nations | ||||
| Valor Knights | Vex Robotics VRC | Sustainable Green Living | GSA | |||||
| The Creative Collective | Youth In Service | True North Voices | LSU | |||||
| The Writer’s Room | Pre-Health Organization | |||||||
| UNICEF | Valor Debate Club | |||||||
| Valor eSports League | Valor Voices | |||||||
| Vex Robotics VRC | ||||||||
| OCSM |
Please make sure you have officially signed up at valorface.com.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Our After-school Student Volunteer sign up is now available. If your scholar is in need of hours for graduation, they can sign up here.
ATHLETIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
🏐 = Volleyball 🥅 = Soccer 🏃 = Cross Country ⛳ = Golf
📅 Tuesday, 9/8
- 🏐 4:30 PM – JV HS Volleyball vs Stratford (Away)
- 🏐 5:30 PM – Varsity HS Volleyball vs Stratford (Away)
- ⚽ 5:00 PM – JV HS Girls Soccer vs MLK (@ MLK)
- ⚽ 6:30 PM – Varsity HS Girls Soccer vs MLK (@ MLK)
- 🥅 3:30–6:00 PM – HS Boys Soccer Tryouts (@ Metro Soccer Fields)
- 🏃 Varsity HS Cross Country – @ The Hermitage
📅 Wednesday, 9/9
- 🏐 4:30 PM – Orange MS Volleyball vs Lipscomb (Away)
- 🏐 5:30 PM – Blue MS Volleyball vs Lipscomb (Away)
- ⛳ Varsity Golf vs Hume Fogg (@ The Hermitage, TBD)
📅 Thursday, 9/10
- 🏃 4:15 PM – MS Cross Country vs HVAC (@ University School Nashville)
- 🥅 4-6pm – A & B MS Girls Soccer Tryouts @ Ezell Road Park — Parent Form Required
- 🏐 4:30 PM – JV HS Volleyball vs Whites Creek (Away)
- 🏐 5:30 PM – Varsity HS Volleyball vs Whites Creek (Away)
- 🥅 5:00 PM – Varsity HS Girls Soccer vs FRA (@ FRA)
- 🏈 MS Football @ NCP vs. Catholic Panthers 5pm
📅 Friday, 9/11
- 🏈 HS Football @ Stratford High School 7pm
- 🥅 4-6pm – A & B MS Girls Soccer Tryouts @ Ezell Road Park— Parent Form Required
📅 Saturday, 9/12
- September 12 — HS Baseball Tryout Tryout Interest Form Link
- When: Saturday, September 12; 1-3pm
- Location: Nashville Collegiate Prep Baseball Field. 14446 Old Hickory Blvd, Antioch, TN 37013.
- We partner with Nashville Collegiate Prep for High School Baseball. If possible.
9TH GRADE ANNOUNCEMENTS
9th Grade Retreat: September 10th & 11th
This week marks the official date of the 9th grade retreat! Here are the latest updates that will ensure each student is prepared for the retreat and families are able to support their scholars. Please read the below information in its entirety.
Arrival and Dismissal:
For arrival, all students should arrive at VCP @ 7:30 to check in, go over expectations, and be prepared to board buses/begin activities for each day.
Dismissal for Thursday, September 10 for all students will be 3:30pm.
Dismissal for Friday, September 11, will be 2:30 for students in Group 1 and 4:00pm for students in Group 2. Listed below are the mentors for each group.
Group 1 Mentors: Langston-Butts, Davies, Downs, Nevil, Pino, and Ramos
Group 2 Mentors: Resha, Serpa, Simmons, Upperman, Wood
For all early dismissals from either venue, please notify Mrs. Campbell.
Below are the items your scholar will need to bring for each day of the retreat.
| What to Bring (Day 1): | What to Bring (Day 2): |
| if planning to swim, a swimsuit/swim clothes | Closed toe shoes (no crocs) |
| towel | water bottle |
| sunscreen | protective gloves (reccommended, not required) |
| sunglasses/glasses/extra contacts | sunscreen |
| water bottle | waterproof jacket (in case of rain) |
For any other questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to email Mrs. Campbell at morgancampbell@valorcollegiate.org.