Delayed Start 6-12 & Early Release Day K-12
Last Day of School! There is now a delayed start for Upper School only and Early release for all K-12 students.
Delayed Start for Upper School:
Delayed Start Arrival Window:
Drop off your Upper School students from 9:00-9:15 a.m. via the carline. Follow usual routing for morning drop off. Carline will close at 9:15 a.m.
All students should arrive with enough time to arrive to class on time.
Students will not be visiting lockers.
Upper School Science Exams and End-of-Year Awards Assembly
All grades K-12 Early Release; usual Pick Up Arrival Windows
Class of 2025 Graduation
Stay tuned to the newsletter for the latest updates regarding time and location. We can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2025. We are so proud them.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
We overjoyed to invite you to our eighth grade promotion ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 29th in the Valor South Austin Auxiliary Gym. This momentous event is an opportunity for you to celebrate your student's achievements and honor their transition from middle to high school. We look forward to this evening celebrating together.
Early Release Exam Day 6-12
Thursday Exams: History and Math Exams
Upper School Early Release: Parents must pick up their Upper School student(s) between 12:10 and 12:45 p.m. in carline. Please enter either zone route and proceed to pick up. We ask that you come in the designated windows below:
12:10 p.m.-12:30 p.m: US families picking up multiple students
12:30-12:45 p.m.: US Families picking up only one student
Please have QR codes ready for all students you are picking up.
All upper school students should be picked up by 12:45 p.m., and any students who are picked up after this will be charged our normal late fee ($1/minute)
Early Release Exam Day 6-12
Wednesday Exams: Language Arts or IHP & Foreign Language
Upper School Early Release: Parents must pick up their Upper School student(s) between 12:10 and 12:45 p.m. in carline. Please enter either zone route and proceed to pick up. We ask that you come in the designated windows below:
12:10 p.m.-12:30 p.m: US families picking up multiple students
12:30-12:45 p.m.: US Families picking up only one student
Please have QR codes ready for all students you are picking up.
All upper school students should be picked up by 12:45 p.m., and any students who are picked up after this will be charged our normal late fee ($1/minute)
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
We are pleased to invite you to our annual Volunteer Breakfast on Tuesday, May 27th at 8:30 a.m. in the Courtyard. If you have served our school in any capacity this year, this breakfast is for you!
The Valor South Austin leadership team, all faculty, and staff are so grateful for the time, energy, and heart you have poured into our school. We want to take a moment to honor you and express our deep gratitude. We hope you can join us for this time of appreciation and friendship.
We kindly ask that you arrive no earlier than 8:20 a.m., after carline has finished. Please check in at the front office with your ID and then head straight to the courtyard. We can’t wait to welcome you and show our appreciation!
Student Holiday
We will return to school on on May 27th. May 27th is now a full day of school for all K-12 students.
Prospective Parent Tour
Invite your friends to learn more about a Valor education by joining us on a prospective parent tour.
Eleventh Grade Drama Showcase
Valor South Austin is pleased to host the Eleventh Grade Drama Showcase on Tuesday, May 20th, in our brand-new Black Box Theater! This exciting event marks the very first performance in our new space! Join us for an unforgettable evening of drama as our talented students showcase their hard work and creativity.
Epic Night
All 10th, 11th, and 12th graders are invited to join us for Epic Night, a lock-in, on Friday, May 9th. Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 6:00 a.m. Saturday. Students will read through an epic piece of literature in one night, play raucous, themed-games, and engage in general merriment with their friends!
If you don't want your student to stay up all night, we do have a midnight pickup option. Students may join us for all the fun until midnight. Doors lock at 12:15 p.m. and won't open again until 6:00 a.m. You will indicate an early pick up when you purchase your ticket.
Tickets are $20.00 per student. No discounted price for leaving early. The link to purchase tickets or volunteer (and get your student's ticket for free!) is below.
Questions? Reach out to Mrs.Wellman.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
A delicious feast
A Quest (scavenger hunt meets riddling Sphinx meets prizes)
Capture-the-Arm (if you've read Beowulf, you'll understand)
A full coffee bar including chocolate fountain
Board games, chess
Basketball and dodgeball
WIN A PIZZA LUNCH FOR YOUR CLASS
The class (sophomores, juniors, or seniors) with the highest percentage of Epic Night participants wins a pizza lunch delivered hot to your tables on Tuesday, May 13.
Early Release Day K-12
Dismissal times are listed below for K-12. We discourage signing out your student before 12:25 p.m. and 1 p.m. unless urgently needed. We may have fewer hours on campus on early release days, but our academic schedule is an intentionally planned day of learning.
Kinder - 5th grade scholars will be released at 12:25 p.m. at their typical pick-up locations.
6 - 12th grade students will be released at 1:00 p.m. at their typical pick-up locations as well.
Breakfast with Seniors
For the final Senior breakfast, senior parents will prepare a delicious pancake feast to be enjoyed amongst fellow peers, faculty and leadership. We are so grateful for these special breakfasts this year when we have connected with our seniors over good food and conversation.
Senior Capstone Presentations
There are two timeslots each day and there are two senior presentations per timeslot. Space is limited per presentation, so don't delay! RSVP today.
MAP Testing
Students in grades 3-8 will have MAP Testing in their classrooms.
Monday: 6-8th Grade Reading & Language Arts
Tuesday: 6-8th Grade Math
Wednesday: 3-5th Math
Thursday: 3-5th Reading & Language Arts
Friday: Make Up Day
If your student in grades 3-8 has an appointment scheduled on those days, we ask that you move the appointment so that students do not miss this year-end testing. Valor takes MAP at the beginning and end of the school year to assess student progress.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week at Valor Starts May 5!
This year, we’re celebrating our amazing teachers in two meaningful ways:
✨ The PSO is planning something special for all teachers each day of the week.
✨ Homeroom and Grade Level Parents will help families recognize their individual teachers with personalized gestures.
Here’s what the PSO has planned each day:
Monday: Chair massages + DIY bath salts, gift cards
Tuesday: Snack & Beverage Cart
Wednesday: Grazing Table
Thursday: Donut wall + Summer Moon coffee
Friday: Cabo Bob’s catered lunch
📬 What to Expect:
You’ll be hearing from your Homeroom or Grade Level Parent soon with ways your family can join in — whether by donating an item, signing up to help, or encouraging your student to write a note of thanks.
Let’s make this a joyful week of gratitude for the teachers who pour so much into our community every day.
K-1 Concert
Join us for our Kindergarten and First Grade Concert. We look forward to their musical showcase!
Spring Concert (2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 12)
Join us for the Spring Concert featuring our 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th, 10th and 12th grade students.
Spring STAAR Testing: 4th/5th Grade Mathematics
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Spring STAAR Testing: 6th Grade Mathematics
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Spring STAAR Testing: 7th-8th, 10th Grade Mathematics & Algebra I
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Early Release Day K-12
Dismissal times are listed below for K-12. We discourage signing out your student before 12:25 p.m. and 1 p.m. unless urgently needed. We may have fewer hours on campus on early release days, but our academic schedule is an intentionally planned day of learning.
Kinder - 5th grade scholars will be released at 12:25 p.m. at their typical pick-up locations.
6 - 12th grade students will be released at 1:00 p.m. at their typical pick-up locations as well.
Prospective Parent Tour
Have a friend interested in Valor South Austin? Tell them to sign up here to attend a Prospective Parent Tour!
Spring STAAR Testing: 3rd Grade Mathematics
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Spring STAAR Testing: 8th/9th Grade Social Studies/History
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Full Day of School
We will have school as normal today. We look forward to being with your students!
Full Day of School
We will have school as normal today. We look forward to being with your students!
Student Holiday
We will return to school on on April 21. April 21-22 are full days of school. (Previously student holidays.)
Spring STAAR Testing: 8th/9th Grade Science & Biology
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Spring STAAR Testing: 5th Grade Science
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Spring STAAR Testing: 9th & 10th Grade English I & II
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) requires that no visitors be on campus during STAAR testing. As such, we cannot welcome parents to have lunch with their students, of any grade level (even if they are not testing), on the exam dates.
BEFORE THE TEST
Please ensure your child has a good night's sleep the evening before each test, and a healthy breakfast on the morning of the exam.
WHAT TO BRING
Backpack and lunch as normal
Extra hearty, nut free snack
Water bottle
Book for after the exam
ARRIVAL AND PICKUP INFORMATION
Drop off and pick up through carline will operate as usual, however, students must be on campus no later than 8:00AM, at which time we will take attendance. Students arriving after 8:00 AM risk not being allowed to test.
Prospective Parent Tour
Have a friend interested in Valor South Austin? Tell them to sign up here to attend a Prospective Parent Tour!
Valor Education Career Fair
On Thursday, April 10, learn more about life as a Valor teacher or staff member at a Career Fair. You will meet teachers and leadership, tour a campus, and hear from a headmaster about Valor's faculty life, educational vision, classical curriculum, and school culture. We hire from a variety of backgrounds and provide our own robust training and mentorship program.
We will be hosting two career fairs on April 10. Please RSVP below.
Where: Valor South Austin | When: 5:30-7:00 PM | RSVP NOW
Where: Valor Leander | When: 5:30-7:00 PM | RSVP NOW
Note: In addition to the career fair being held at the Leander campus, attendees are invited to participate in a seminar discussion. The short reading will be shared a week in advance.
A note: While these events are being held at Valor South Austin and Valor Leander, if you are interested in a career with Valor, please join us! Anyone considering working at one of our five schools will find the time helpful and informative.