Knightly News
Knightly News
November 15th, 2024
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Silent Auction Benefitting Valor Athletics Booster Club!!!
Silent Auction Benefitting Valor Athletics Booster Club!!!
We had some wonderful prizes donated for the Silent Auction portion at the recent Knights on the Green golf tournament, and thought it might be fun to give the entire Valor family the opportunity to participate.
Please click here to view the prizes and enter any bids you want. Bidding will remain open through Sunday night at midnight.
If you have questions, please email Kym.Stanford@ValorPrep.com. Thank you, Valor Family!
Applications for 25-26 Now Open: Please apply early!!!
Applications for 25-26 Now Open: Please apply early!!!
We have opened up Applications for the 25-26 school year! If you have a child who you want to come to Valor next year and they are not already a student, or you have friends who are interested and would be a good fit for Valor, please encourage them to apply as soon as possible at ValorPrep.com/Apply! If you have any interested friends who want to attend our next Open House on 12/4, they can RSVP through Valorprep.com/Visit!
Please note that enrollment is not yet open for 25-26 and your current students spots are secured through the end of January. We are only accepting new applications at this time. Be watching future editions of the Knightly News for when enrollment for current students opens later this semester!!!
Valor Theatre Presents: Broadway Knights - Fall Musical Review
Valor Theatre Presents: Broadway Knights - Fall Musical Review
Come and be dazzled by our Rhetoric Theatre Department as they perform Broadway Knights: Fall Musical Review!
Thursday, November 21 at 7pm
Friday, November 22 at 2pm*
Location: Grace Church Waco
Tickets are on sale now!
*Valor has early release at 12pm on Friday, November 22
LAST CHANCE!
LAST CHANCE!
Want to spread some joy, fun, and encouragement to your friends? Coaches? Neighbors? Teachers? Neighbors?
We have a DEAL for you! From today until 11/20 flocking is just $35 per house.
Donate and sign up HERE for Encouragement Flocks to be sent to your people! Sign-up will close on Wednesday, 11/20.
Email Lauren.Allbritton@valorprep.com with any questions!
SAVE THE DATE!
SAVE THE DATE!
Valor's Annual Christmas Market is approaching, so get excited! The Christmas Market is a market that Valor hosts where students grades 6th - 12th have the opportunity to sell homemade items. Bring your families out and do some Christmas shopping!
*Stay tuned next week for a preview of awesome shops to look forward to!*
Family Ministries
Family Ministries
Parent Book Club: December 11
Parent Book Club: December 11
We'll be wrapping up our Parent Book Club: Age of Opportunity (chapters 7 - end) on Wednesday, December 11 from 11-1pm at the Heller's home.
Let us know you're coming here and we'll send an email with more details and an opportunity to sign up to bring something for the lunch potluck!
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Our last book club was so sweet and filled with great discussion and food! Even if you do not have time to read all the chapters, we hope you will consider hopping in and joining our parent book club conversations!
Grammar School (Prek-5th)
Grammar School (Prek-5th)
Christmas Drive
Christmas Drive
The class who brings the most amount of donations wins a pizza party!
Knights' Noel
Knights' Noel
Click HERE for arrival times, dress, and practice details for the program on December 11th at Harris Creek Baptist Church.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Teacher Conferences
It was a pure DELIGHT to have parents on campus this week for parent - teacher conferences. We would LOVE your feedback about how it went this year! Please send your suggestions for spring conferences to brooke.ramsey@valorprep.com
Chapel Showcase
Chapel Showcase
This week, our PreK, Kinder, and 3rd-5th grades performed their poetry selections in chapel. Check Google Classroom for recordings. Also, Mr. Folks brought his Upper School String Quartet to perform a beautiful four-part arrangement of Amazing Grace and a delightful fiddling tune titled Gånglåt Från Mockfjärd.
Upcoming in Grammar
Upcoming in Grammar
Nov. 22 - Spirit Day and Noon Dismissal. Happy Thanksgiving Break!
Dec. 2 - Decorating Valor for Christmas by the committee
Dec. 9 - Last day to bring in donations for Isaiah 117 house
Dec 11. - Knights' Noel at 6:30 p.m. @ Harris Creek Baptist Church
Jan. 22 - Grammar School Parent Training 1-3pm @St. Matthew's Chapel
Logic School (6th-8th)
Logic School (6th-8th)
Logic School (LS):
Logic School (LS):
Friday (11/22) is an early release day (12:15 for US). Please plan accordingly.
Friday (11/22) is a spirit day and students may be in spirit wear.
VAP Early Bird Testing: If your student has a VAP, please see email from Mrs. Weathers concerning Early Bird testing. And THANK YOU to those who are bearing with us as we get this project up and running and figure out all the kinks. I appreciate your grace and feedback!
Beyond Next Week in LS:
Dec. 2- Decortating Valor for Christmas
Dec. 9 - Christmas Market
Dec. 18 - End of Q2
Dec. 20 - Report Cards ready @ noon
Jan. 8 - Students' first day back
If you have questions related to LS, please contact krista.weathers@valorprep.com.
Rhetoric School (9th-12th)
Rhetoric School (9th-12th)
Rhetoric School (RS):
Rhetoric School (RS):
Friday (11/22) is an early release day (12:15 for US). Please plan accordingly. See the RS class schedule here.
RS students are required to be in their school uniform on Thursday (11/21).
Friday (11/22) is a spirit day and students may be in spirit wear. Don't forget you can print out the non-uniform day calendar for the whole year.
PSAT results are expected 4-6 weeks after the testing, which began on Oct. 22. Therefore, they should be in around the end of November. Scores will be communicated when they arrive.
See the 2025-26 RS Prospectus here. As planning proceeds, more information will be communicated about next year. It's an exciting time of planning.
Beyond Next Week in RS:
Nov. 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
Dec. 9 - Christmas Market (3:45-5:00)
Dec. 16-18 - RS Semester Exams (test schedule TBD)
Dec. 18 - End of Q2/Last day of the Fall Semester
Dec. 20 - Report Cards ready @ noon
Jan. 8 - Students' first day back
2024-25 RS Non-Uniform Dress Code Days
If you have questions related to RS, please contact charlie.mooney@valorprep.com.
Mr. Folks and his RS Instrumental Ensemble class performed for the GS this week! The performers were (LtoR): Mr. Folks, Margot F., Emma G., Holdyn B., and Ethan L.
Valor Athletics
Valor Athletics
Knights on the Green
Knights on the Green
Golf Tournament
Golf Tournament
Thank you to all of our sponsors & players who participated this year. It was a true success as we raised over $20,000 to assist our athletic department with gear, referee fees, gym rentals, and coaches stipends.
Valor Knights Athletics Celebrate a Remarkable Fall Season!
Dear Valor Family,
As we wrap up an outstanding fall season, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude for the incredible support shown to our athletes and teams. This season has been one for the record books, with both our girls' and boys' cross-country teams finishing 3rd in state, our football team securing a spot in the playoffs, and our volleyball team winning their district and advancing to the playoffs. These accomplishments stand as a testament not only to the athletic ability of our students but also to their growth in grit, determination, teamwork, and perseverance. Our students have truly embraced the call to do all things with excellence and for the glory of God.
At Valor, we aim to be a community that not only celebrates wins but seeks to honor Christ in every action on the field, court, and track. We understand that the success of our students would not be possible without the commitment and sacrifice of their families. Thank you for supporting their athletic journeys and for being the foundation on which they can thrive.
As we look toward future seasons, I’d like to share a few ways we can continue strengthening our community and advancing the vision of Valor Athletics:
1. Celebrate Every Player: Whether on the court, field, or track, each athlete has a unique role that contributes to our teams. I encourage you to know the names of each player and celebrate them in whatever capacity they serve. Every role is vital, even if it doesn’t make the scorebook, and your support will uplift them and remind them of their value.
2. Encourage Fellow Fans: Look for opportunities to connect with other families in the stands. The busy demands of home days, work, and raising a family can be exhausting, and a kind word from a fellow parent can be the encouragement someone may need. We are in this together, not just as fans but as a community called to uplift and strengthen each other.
3. Inspire Your Athlete to Compete for the Lord: Let’s remind our athletes that their gifts are meant to serve and build up the team. As a family, discuss how they can use their talents to contribute to the team’s overall success. Not everyone will have the most points or the longest runs, but each contribution—whether on the scoreboard or in unseen ways—glorifies God and strengthens our community. As Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 12, we are one body with many parts, and each role matters deeply.
Valor Athletics strives to foster a community that not only wins on the field but keeps an eternal perspective in everything we do. Let’s continue building on this season’s successes and remain a people who, even in the weariness of life, choose to honor God in all we do for the good of our students and the legacy of Valor.
With gratitude,
Coach Byrd
Athletic Director, Valor Preparatory Academy
League Basketball
The season will run December - February. Games will begin in early January. Due to our limited gym space, gym space is being secured at various locations and will operate around 3-6pm between Monday - Thursday. Practices are not permitted on home days before 3pm per survey feedback. I will send out a signup sheet of gym times & locations to the coaches of the league teams.
Our game scheduling information has been sent to the private school league. Due to the number of home district games we have on Tuesdays, there is a possiblity some of our "HOME" games will be conducted at Vanguard's second gym. We are greatly appreciate of MS AD Will Curtis being willing to open up their space to us. We would ask that if you have a home game at that gym to assist in concessions, scoreboard, book, gate, etc...
League Sports can't happen without involvement from our Valor Families.
Thank you!
TeamFunded Athletic Fundraiser
Thank you for your generosity and participation in our TEAMFUNDED Fundraiser! With your help, we were able to raise $24,451!
Junior High Basketball
Game Recap & Upcoming Games
JH Boys @Riesel 11/14
JH White 13-12 (Buzzer Beater)
JH Gray 53-10
JH Blue 39-16
NEXT WEEK
11/18:
JH Girls, Gray, & Blue vs Ovilla Christian 5:30. 6:30, 7:30pm
11/21:
JH Girls @Vanguard 6:00pm
JH White, Gray & Blue vs Vanguard 5:30, 6:30, 7:30pm
Junior High Basketball Practices
JH Blue Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30-7:45am @Valor
JH Gray & White dependent on HS Football
JH Girls Tuesday & Wednesday 3:45-5:30pm @theCenter
High School Basketball
High School Boys Basketball Practice Week of:
11/16 JV @Covenant Classical 11:30am
Practices & Varsity Games TBD based off of football results
11/19 JV Boys Game @Vanguard
High School Girls Basketball Practice Week of:
Monday 3:45-5:00pm
Tuesday @Vanguard
Wednesday 4-5:30pm
Thursday 3:45-5:00pm
Friday @Mt. Calm
High School Football
High School Football
FIRST ROUND OF PLAYOFFS
November 15th 6:00pm
High School Football @ Trent, TX vs. Holy Cross (Midland)
Bus Departs at 11am
Varsity Football Broadcast of Playoff Games!
Varsity Football Broadcast of Playoff Games!
November 15th's audio-only broadcast of the Valor Varsity football game versus Holy Cross Catholic High School (Midland) with Valor Sophomore, Ben Brown, will be heard LIVE through Valor's athletics youtube channel, barring any insurmountable, technical issues!!
The game will start at 6:00pm and all previous games are archived on Valor Athletics' channel!
6 Man v. 11 Man High School Football Informational Meeting
6 Man v. 11 Man High School Football Informational Meeting
December 4th 6:00p-6:30p at the Valor Gym, we will discuss the future of Valor football. Coach Byrd will present similarities and differences in training, time commitment, resources, scheme, and personnel. We will have a short Q&A at the end of the presentation and families will be given a brief survey to allow their voices to be heard as we grow in Football.
Athletic Trainer: Tammy Marton
Tammy has already been a huge help for our athletic department and we are so thankful to have her in our community. Her office hours for all JH/HS athletes are:
Monday/Wednesday: 7am-9am
Tuesday/Thursday: 10:30am-12:30pm
Friday: 2:45pm-4pm
Human Resources
Human Resources
Upcoming Faculty/Staff Birthdays
Upcoming Faculty/Staff Birthdays
Irwin, Susan- RS Science Teacher... 11/16
Weathers, Krista- US Assistant Head...11/18
Fatzinger, Joy- GS PE Teacher... 11/24
Johnston, Kristy- 1st Grade Classroom Aide ...12/3
Asay, Rae- 6th Grade Humanities Teacher...12/4 half birthday
Martin, Bryley- PreK Classroom Aide...12/5 half birthday
Lloyd, Sarah- RS Math Teacher...12/7 half birthday
Sanderford, Emlee- 5th Grade Humanities/RS History Teacher...12/8 half birthday
Andrade, Katie- 1st Grade Classroom Teacher...12/12 half birthday
Fowler, Brittany- Admin. Assistant for Family Ministries... 12/12 half birthday
Cornett, Sherrae- Director for Family Ministries... 12/12
Worthington, Sarah- Front Desk Receptionist...12/14
Davis, Kaylee- RS Art Teacher...12/14
Moore, Tisha- 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher...12/14
Downey, Elizabeth- GS Art Teacher...12/20
Stanley, Lace- GS Classroom Aide...12/22
Nissen, Misty- 3rd Grade Classroom Teacher...12/27
Steele, Michelle- 5th Grade Math & Science Teacher...12/28
To access the folder of Faculty & Staff favorites for all Faculty & Staff members, please click here. Thank you!
Reference Material
Reference Material
Facts Family App: Free Download!
Facts Family App: Free Download!
Our new app through Renweb/Facts Family Portal is now available for a free download from the Apple store or Google Play store! It includes quick and easy access to all this and more!
Weekly Newsletter
Full School Calendar
Athletics Hub
Hot lunch ordering
Grades, Report Cards & Attendance
Student Schedules, Behavior and Service Hours
Financial information
Please visit the mobile device store of your choice, search "Valor Preparatory Academy," download the app and then log in with your Facts Family portal account information (the district code is VPA-TX)!!
24-25 Yearbook Orders
24-25 Yearbook Orders
Hello Valor Family! With the year starting some changes have been put into place. One of the changes is that the yearbook will be run by students taking the new journalism class this year. Some important information to note about the new yearbook this year:
The yearbook is 10% off until September 30th. Pre-order at www.treering.com. The passcode to buy the yearbook through Treering is: 1015196645893006.
As always, every family gets two free custom pages with the option to add additional spreads at 99 cents each. This is a great way to document home days and other activities.
Samuel Shores
Rhetoric Journalism
Absences, Tardies, Leaving Early & Sickness Notifications...
Absences, Tardies, Leaving Early & Sickness Notifications...
Just a quick reminder! If your student needs to leave early, arrive late, is sick, or they are going home with someone who is not on your pickup list, please call or email Sarah Worthington at the front desk to let her know! She is handling all those requests from here on out. Thank you!!!!!!
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