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Freshman Tie Ceremony
Sep
16

Freshman Tie Ceremony

Our 9th Grade Students will be presented with their Valor ties at a special ceremony during the school day.

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Freshman Wilderness Expedition Retreat
Sep
8
to Sep 13

Freshman Wilderness Expedition Retreat

Our freshman class will encounter the wonder and awe of the natural world on their Wilderness Expedition. They will camp, backpack, and rock climb while cooking meals, experiencing personal growth, and building courage and fellowship.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Sep
6

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Aug
23

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Aug
16

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Aug
9

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Jun
25

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Jun
18

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Jun
11

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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College Application Essay Workshops
Jun
4

College Application Essay Workshops

VNA is hosting two College Application Essay Workshops for our rising seniors; one is in June and the other begins in August. This is a series of four online sessions to help our students in formulating the perfect essay! Registration information was sent in May.

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Graduation
May
31

Graduation

VNA’s first graduating class will be celebrated on Saturday, May 31st. More details coming soon.

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8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
May
28

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

This evening, we will celebrate our eighth-grade students’ graduation from middle school to upper school. More details will be sent to guardians of 8th-grade students.

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Early Release/Exams (Upper School only)
May
27
to May 28

Early Release/Exams (Upper School only)

Early Release for Upper School Students (6-12) only.

K-5 will have a full day of school, releasing at 3:10 PM as usual.

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Spring Athletics Awards Ceremony
May
12

Spring Athletics Awards Ceremony

More details will be shared prior to the event.

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MAP Testing Window
May
5
to May 6

MAP Testing Window

A web-based exam given to students using Chromebooks in grades 3 through 8. These tests aim to measure student growth in tested subjects as they progress through the year. These tests will not be taken for a grade in your child's classes, and there is no preparation needed in advance.

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Winter Athletics Awards Ceremony
Feb
20

Winter Athletics Awards Ceremony

More details will be shared prior to the event.

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10th Grade Field Trip
Nov
8

10th Grade Field Trip

During this outing, tenth grade students will practice plein air painting.

DETAILS

  • Field Trip on Friday, November 8th.

  • Students will need to pack a snack, fully disposable lunch, and bring a full water bottle

  • Necessary art supplies and materials will be provided by Valor. 

  • This trip will not be in need of parent chaperones.

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8th Grade Retreat
Nov
7

8th Grade Retreat

The 8th grade retreat is an opportunity for students to engage in reflection and conversation on the meaning of authentic friendship. In addition to the examination of texts rooted in the classical tradition, students will engage in games, reflection time, and group discussions. The goal of the retreat is for scholars to better integrate the meaning of true friendship into their individual and communal lives.

DETAILS AND DRESS CODE

  • Date: Thursday, November 7

  • Location: Wells Branch Community Center, 2106 Klattenhoff Dr, Austin, TX 78728

  • Solid-colored denim jeans or uniform khakis

  • Valor t-shirt or uniform polo

  • Lace-up closed-toe athletic shoes (no Vans or similar shoes permitted) with standard socks

  • Valor approved outerwear, if needed

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Upper School Dances
Nov
2

Upper School Dances

Our vision for dances at Valor is unique. Students learn specific dance styles, and it is a community event where they dance with many people, not just one date. Therefore, we strongly encourage students to go in groups rather than seeing this as an event for which they should find a date. 

The Student Life Team plans the Upper School dances. Questions? Contact Ms. Foto at afoto@valoreducation.org.

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7th Grade Curricular Celebration
Oct
29

7th Grade Curricular Celebration

The 7th-grade class will have a themed celebration based on books they have read this year. More information will be provided to families of students in the 7th grade.

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7th Grade Field Trip
Oct
10

7th Grade Field Trip

The 7th Grade class will kick off our Field Trip season with our very first outing!

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Upper School Parents Night
Sep
17

Upper School Parents Night

We are pleased to invite guardians of Upper School students (grades 6-12) to experience a day in the life of a Valor scholar by attending Parents Night!

At this event, intended exclusively for parents and guardians (no students, please), you will have the opportunity to be taught by your child's instructors. Through learning just a bit of what your children participate in daily, we hope that you will also more deeply understand and value Valor's unique culture.

More details about the event will be provided soon.

Please note: the start time has been pushed back to 6 PM to allow more guardians to be able to attend.

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Upper School Tutoring Begins
Sep
16

Upper School Tutoring Begins

Tutoring Now Available

Tutoring will begin this Monday, September 16! See the schedule below to coordinate tutoring with the teachers listed.

The following teachers will schedule tutoring sessions by appointment:

  • Ms. de Virgilio

  • Mr. Grube

  • Mrs. Hill

  • Mrs. Hinojosa

  • Mr. Hutchins

  • Mr. McMickle

  • Ms. Mire

  • Mrs. Regnerus

  • Mr. Steffens

  • Ms. Ward

Questions? Contact Assistant Headmaster of the Upper School, Mrs. Dunn at cdunn@valoreducation.org.

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MAP Testing Window
Sep
10
to Sep 13

MAP Testing Window

A web based exam given to students using Chromebooks in grades 3 through 8. These tests aim to measure student growth in tested subjects as they progress through the year. These tests will not taken for a grade in your child's classes, and there is no preparation needed in advance.

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Freshmen Wilderness Expedition
Aug
25
to Aug 30

Freshmen Wilderness Expedition

The 9th grade class (2024-25 school year) will embark on their Wilderness Expedition August 25-30, 2024. More info has been shared about the trip with parents of freshmen.

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Seniors 2025 Sunrise Breakfast
Aug
14

Seniors 2025 Sunrise Breakfast

Seniors, get ready for your best year yet! We’re kicking off this special year with a Sunrise Breakfast just for you.

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6th Grade Student & Parent Orientation
Aug
13

6th Grade Student & Parent Orientation

Just for 6th grade students & parents. More information has been provided to guardians of rising 6th grade students.

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New 7th-12th Grade Student & Parent Orientation
Aug
13

New 7th-12th Grade Student & Parent Orientation

Just for 7th-12th grade students & parents new to VNA’s Upper School.

  • New 7th-12th grade students & their parents (in these grades, only students new to Valor and their guardians should attend)

More information has been provided to guardians of new-to-Valor rising 7th-12th grade students.

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US Girls Volleyball Camp
Jul
8
to Jul 11

US Girls Volleyball Camp

  • Monday, July 8-Thursday, July 11

  • 11:00 AM-2:00 PM, except for Tuesday which is 2:00-5:00 PM

  • 2024-25 school year "rising" 6th-12th grade girls

  • Location: Round Rock Sports Center

*Registration has closed.*

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