Knightly News
Knightly News
November 22nd, 2024
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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!!!
Hot Lunch Ordering...
Hot Lunch Ordering...
We have two hot lunches left for this semester in December, but fewer orders than normal. Please log in through either the App or the Family Portal and double check that you have ordered for those days by 11/29, if you want your student to have either Fuego or Panda Express.
Also, hot lunch ordering for the Spring semester is now open as well! If you have any questions about hot lunch, please email Kym.Stanford@ValorPrep.com. Thank you!
Rhetoric Student Newspaper:
Vol. 1, Iss. 3
Rhetoric Student Newspaper:
Vol. 1, Iss. 3
This year marks the beginning of a journalism/yearbook class in Valor's Rhetoric School. Every two weeks the students taking this class plan and write a newspaper for the students. What follows is a link to the most recent newspaper published this last Wednesday. We thought the parents would enjoy a peek into what Valor life is for the rhetoric students.
If you have any questions, please email Emily.Edwards@ValorPrep.com. Thank you!!
SAVE THE DATE!
SAVE THE DATE!
December 9th | 3:45pm - 5:00pm | Upper School Village
Valor's Annual Christmas Market is approaching, 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 whole family and do some Christmas shopping!
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 final day for donations is 12/9! 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.
Advent Devotional
Advent Devotional
After Thanksgiving break, the Grammar School will begin studying our very own Sarah Nazarian's advent guide 25 Names of Jesus during Bible time. Homeday copies will be linked on the Home Assignment Sheets, but if your family would like to participate in this simple, but powerful journey toward Christ on weekend days and beyond Valor's Christmas break, December 18th, then purchase HERE.
2nd Annual Speech Meet
2nd Annual Speech Meet
Last year, Valor's Grammar School hosted its first ever Speech Meet during a February chapel, and it was a huge success! Students in 2nd-5th grade are eligible to audition for the competition in one of the three categories: recitation (poetry or Scripture), narration/historical speech, and musical (vocal or instrumental) performance. Students who sign up before December 18th HERE will be exempt from Quarter 3 classroom presentations.
Teaching from Rest
Teaching from Rest
If you haven't already, purchase and read our Grammar School parent pick, Teaching from Rest, to participate in book studies during the co-teacher training on January 22nd.
Upcoming in Grammar
Upcoming in Grammar
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.
Email brooke.ramsey@valorprep.com if you would be interested in leading a discussion about Teaching from Rest or a topical break-out.
Logic School (6th-8th)
Logic School (6th-8th)
Announcements
Announcements
MONDAY After Thanksgiving: The Monday we return from the Thanksgiving holiday is our Quarter 2 LS event! Deck the Halls will happen immediately following the end of the school day. Christmas accessories are encouraged, but a uniform is still required on campus during this event!
Hot Lunch: Hot lunch on 12/6 is Fuego
8th Grade Semester Exams: Dec. 11th, 13th, & 16th
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):
There is no school next week for the Thanksgiving holiday. May the Lord bless you with rest, joy, and a spirit of thankfulness.
The next non-uniform day in the RS is Thursday (12/5). Don't forget: you can print the non-uniform dress code calendar and put it on the refrigerator!
10th-11th: PSAT results are now being compiled and calculated. The US will provide information on how to access the scores in the week after Thanksgiving Break.
Hot Lunch on Friday (12/6) is from Fuego.
As we approach the end of first semester, student absences become more and more critical. Please note that Valor policy (Parent & Student Handbook, Section 5.2) limits the number of allowable absences in a semester to 6 for MWF classes and 4 for TTh classes. This is based upon minimum contact hours from accrediting agencies and the state of Texas. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact charlie.mooney@valorprep.com.
Beyond Next Week in RS:
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.
The RS enjoyed House Competition Day recently! The four houses are: Kiasi (orange), Sekel (gold/yellow), Ausardia (green), and Adalet (red).
Valor Athletics
Valor Athletics
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!
HOT Spirit Showcase Info
December 7th
Start Time: 4:30p
Family Admission- Adults $6, Students $4, Children 4 and under FREE
Address to the event- Live Oak Classical School- Gym 525 S. 4th St. Waco, TX 76706
**2024 TAPPS Cheer State Championships on December 10th ExtraCo Events Center Time- TBD (most likely will start in the morning until mid-afternoon **
Junior High Basketball
Game Recap & Upcoming Games
JH Girls, Boys Gray & Boys Blue swept
Ovilla Christian on Monday night at Valor!
JH Boys White defeated Vanguard by one point yesterday!
JH Gray & White both dropped their game vs Vanguard.
JH Girls lost to Vanguard
We look to rebound after thanksgiving break with games against Summit, Providence Prep & Vanguard again!
NEXT WEEK
JH Boys Monday & Tuesday at Valor
JH Boys Blue & HS 8-9:30am
JH Boys Gray & White 9:30-11am
JH/HS Girls
Monday @Valor 3:30-5pm (this will be with HS girls)
Tuesday @Crestview 3:30-5pm
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
THANKSGIVING WEEK SCHEDULE WILL BE RELEASED BY COACHES.
IT IS OPTIONAL TO ATTEND THOSE TIMES THAT ARE POSTED.
High School Basketball
High School Boys Basketball Practice Week of:
11/23 JV @Bruceville Eddy JV Tournament
11/26 JV Game vs Stephenville Faith
11/26 Varsity Game vs Kopperl*
*Only if football loses
Practices:
Monday 8-9:30am, Wednesday Open Gym 9:30-11am
High School Girls Basketball Practice Week of:
Monday 3:30-5:00pm
Tuesday vs Kopperl 6:00pm
Wednesday Open Gym 8-9:30am
Thursday OFF
Friday OFF
Saturday Open Gym
High School Football
High School Football
SECOND ROUND OF PLAYOFFS
November 22nd 7:00pm
High School Football @ Trinidad, TX vs. Heritage Christian (Longview)
Vans Depart at 3:15pm
Varsity Football Broadcast of Playoff Games!
Varsity Football Broadcast of Playoff Games!
November 22nd's audio-only broadcast of the Valor Varsity football game versus Heritage Christian School 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 7:00pm and all previous games are archived on Valor Athletics' channel!
6 Man v. 11 Man High School Football Informational Meeting (DATE CHANGE)
6 Man v. 11 Man High School Football Informational Meeting (DATE CHANGE)
December 3rd 2:45p-3:15p 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
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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