Knightly News
Knightly News
November 8th, 2024
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Applications for 25-26 Open: Please Apply Early!
Applications for 25-26 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!!!
A Quick Note About Injuries & PE
A Quick Note About Injuries & PE
If your student has any kind of injury involving a cast, brace, etc., please send an email to the appropriate PE teacher letting them know what the limitations of your student are for the duration of the injury. If the student is unable to participate at all, please send a note from your Dr.
For GS PE, please email Joy.Fatzinger@ValorPrep.com
For LS PE, please email Jeni.Franklin@ValorPrep.com
Thank you!
Valor Theatre Presents: Broadway Knights - Fall Musical Review
Valor Theatre Presents: Broadway Knights - Fall Musical Review
Come and be entertained 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
Support Valor student trips WHILE showing love to your people
Support Valor student trips WHILE showing love to your people
Want to spread some joy, fun, and encouragement to your friends? Coaches? Neighbors?
Valor Rhetoric School students want to Flock yards with fun encouragement signs and flamingos to bless families all across Waco!
Donations and sign ups are open now with limited spots available.
Donate and sign up HERE for Encouragement Flocks to be sent to your people!
Email Lauren.Allbritton@valorprep.com with any questions!
Family Ministries
Family Ministries
Q2 Traditions Quarterly Meeting!
Q2 Traditions Quarterly Meeting!
Come hear how you can be involved in upcoming events around the school! Here's what will be talking about in our Quarter 2 meeting:
Nov 20: Teacher Appreciation (Thanksgiving event!)
Dec 2: Very Valor Christmas Decorating
Dec 11: Book Club - Age of Opportunity (Chapters 7-end)
Feb 21: Boots & Bows Father/Daughter Dance
What is traditions?
Valor Family Ministries leads out in Traditions at Valor, which encompass four main components: celebration, connection, equipping and serving. Each tradition at Valor has parent committees - a great opportunity for parents to get involved and connected at Valor in a deep, meaningful way.
Together for Good: Volunteers Needed!
Together for Good: Volunteers Needed!
Together For Good needs 12 more volunteers to deliver Together for Good’s November “delivery for good” to 17 families. Our “wrap around” volunteers do not need to have completed any training - just a willingness to help! These boxes are already packed up and labeled for each family and include household essential items, diapers, wipes and a few gift type items for kiddos and mom. When a volunteer arrives, they will be assigned a family to deliver the box to!
First pick up time will be Saturday 11/9 from 9-10am.
Second pick up option will be Monday, 11/11 from 9:30-10:30am.
Both from TFG’s storage unit: Safe Space Storage Unit #1314 (920 N Valley Mills Dr, Waco, TX 76710)
Grammar School (Prek-5th)
Grammar School (Prek-5th)
Grammar Art Needs Parent Volunteers for Christmas!!
Grammar Art Needs Parent Volunteers for Christmas!!
Ms. Downey could use some extra hands in prepping your student's art projects to be displayed during the Grammar School Christmas program!
Many of the grade levels this year are creating pieces made with chalk pastel, which look amazing, but also need to be sealed so they are less likely to incur damage. If you are available to help spray pieces with this sealant, it would be greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions, please email Ms. Downey at Elizabeth.Downey@ValorPrep.com.
If you are available to lend a hand, please fill out the form here to volunteer!
Leadership on Display
Leadership on Display
This week, Valor staff and students welcomed many prospective families and students to take a peek at our unique model of education and discipleship. The chapel was packed with visiting parents, and our fifth grade leadership teams were ready, welcoming familiar faces in the halls and carline, running the audio/visual at chapel, leading this month's hymn and declarations, and escorting visiting students to classrooms. It was a beautiful time of sharing the vision and values to which God has called our community. In what ways can you help your children develop the habits of hospitality and serve others with a smile on your homedays? 💙 Mrs. Ramsey
Upcoming in Grammar
Upcoming in Grammar
Nov. 12 - 4th/5th Grade Children's Concert @Baylor (arrival @12:30, pickup @2:00pm)
Nov. 13 - 3rd-5th Poetry Showcase in GS Chapel @8:30
Nov. 14 - Parent/Teacher conferences (please arrive 5 min. early and arrange childcare for your children)
Nov. 15 - Motor Movement on Home Days - @8:45 in the Cafeteria
Nov, 15 - Bake Sale during lunch recess - bring money to support US Journalism
Dec. 2 - Decorating Valor for Christmas
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
Logic School (6th-8th)
Logic School (6th-8th)
7th Grade Camping Trip
Though the threat of thunderstorms prevented the 7th graders from spending the night at Lake Whitney, a day trip to Camp Fimfo provided tons of opportunity for traditional camping fun! Mr. Mooney and 7th grade teachers led students in team building games, discipleship, athletic challenges, and even provided a campfire with s'mores!
Chemistry Teacher Spotlight!
Chemistry Teacher Spotlight!
While some teachers might be tempted to bemoan teaching students the day after Halloween (which can prove to be a challenging day of taming sleep-deprived, sugared-up pre-teens), the wonderful Mrs. Elmshaeuser used her Chemistry class to blow up pumpkins! The students thought it was awesome and it really brought their Chemistry lesson to life!
Sign Up for the Christmas Market!
Sign Up for the Christmas Market!
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 to their peers.
When? Monday, December 9th from 3:45-5:00pm
Where? Upper School Village
How do I apply? Fill out THIS Google Form by November 8th (by end of day!) This form is an application only and does not guarantee your spot. Check your inboxes the week of November 15th for an email from me with confirmation.
Logic Q2 Event
Logic Q2 Event
Valor's second Logic School event, Deck the Halls, will take place on December 2nd immediately following the end of the school day. Logic school students do not need to be picked up from school until 5:00pm. If your student will not participate in Deck the Halls, pick them up via the carline as usual. Be on the lookout for an email from Ms. Asay to RSVP to this event!
Logic School Parent/Teacher Conferences
Logic School Parent/Teacher Conferences
Logic School Parent/Teacher conferences will happen this year for the first time! The goal of Logic School at Valor is to provide a smooth and gradual transition into the Rhetoric School. The vision for these conferences is for classroom teachers and co-teachers to collaborate on goals for their student to grow academically and spiritually as well as take steps towards the independence required further on in their academic journey. Please make sure to sign up for a conference here. We will be locking sign ups by November 11th in order to allow time for teachers to thoroughly and thoughtfully prepare.
Everett and Elliot Jensen serving at Camp Blessing summer of 2023.
Logic School (LS):
Logic School (LS):
Hot Lunch: Hot lunch on 11/15 is from Chick-Fil-A.
Camp Blessing: On Oct. 28th, Sunny from Camp Blessing spoke to Logic School students about how our students can get involved and serve as the hands and feet of Jesus to those with disabilities. As you consider this opportunity, please express interest to Dr. Kirsten Escobar using this Google form.
8th Grade: Rhetoric School Transition Night: All 8th grade parents are invited to Rhetoric School Transition Night on November 11th at 6:00pm in the Valor Chapel. The Upper School administrators will provide information to current 8th grade parents regarding what lies ahead in Rhetoric School.
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:
Nov. 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break, School Holiday
Dec. 2- Decorating 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)
(LtoR): Mrs. Amaitsa, Bear G., Caedmon T., Bennett H.
Mrs. Amaitsa (RS Science) instructs her students outside in the Village on a beautiful fall day as they study velocity through experimentation.
Rhetoric School (RS):
Rhetoric School (RS):
Friday (11/22) is an early release day (12:15 for US). Please plan accordingly.
Hot lunch on Friday (11/15) is from Chick-Fil-A.
LAST REMINDER: The annual RS Transition Night is on Monday, November 11, at 6pm. All 8th grade parents are invited to Rhetoric School Transition Night in the Valor chapel. The Upper School administrators will provide information to current 8th grade parents regarding what lies ahead in Rhetoric School.
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 the arrive.
Thursday (11/14) will be a spirit day as usual for RS. On Friday (11/15), however, RS students may dress down but they must wear their house shirts for house competition day. See the non-uniform day calendar for all dates this year.
Look back here next Friday for a look at the 2025-26 Rhetoric School Prospectus! The Prospectus is produced each fall in order to give a glimpse of what is to come the following year.
Beyond Next Week in RS:
Nov. 21 & 22 Broadway Knights fall theatre production
Nov. 22 - Early Release (12:15pm)
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
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.
Sign Up for the Christmas Market!
Sign Up for the Christmas Market!
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 to their peers.
When? Monday, December 9th from 3:45-5:00pm
Where? Upper School Village
How do I apply? Fill out THIS Google Form by November 8th (end of day!) This form is an application only and does not guarantee your spot. Check your inboxes the week of November 15th for an email from me with confirmation.
Valor Athletics
Valor Athletics
Knights on the Green
Knights on the Green
Golf Tournament
Golf Tournament
Please share to friends, family, and local businesses. All proceeds will go to the Valor Booster Club.
Register at the link below:
https://form.jotform.com/Valor_Athletics/KnightsontheGreenGolfTournament
HS BASKETBALL
HS Boys BASKETBALL PRACTICES NEXT WEEK
Monday 6:30-7:45am
Tuesday 6:30-7:45am
Wednesday 6:30-7:45am
Thursday 6:30-7:45am
Friday 6:30-7:45am
SATURDAY GAME:
FORT WORTH COVENANT CLASSICAL 11:30am
HS Girls BASKETBALL PRACTICES NEXT WEEK
Monday 4-5:30pm
Tuesday 4-5:30pm
(JV Girls game @Jonesboro 6pm)
Wednesday 4-5:30pm
Thursday 4-5:30pm
Friday 4-5:30pm
SATURDAY GAME:
FORT WORTH COVENANT CLASSICAL 10:30am
JH Basketball
JH Basketball
Boys & Girls Practices will remain at the same time & location. JH Boys teams will be released by Sunday night.
GAMES START THIS WEEK! CHECK YOUR SCHEDULES!
Boys: Monday - Wednesday
6:30am-7:45am @Valor
Girls: Monday - Wednesday
3:50-5:20pm @The Center on Columbus Ave
Winter League Sports
Winter League Sports
4th-6th Grade
4th-6th Grade
League Basketball will start practices in December. Please sign your child up if you have not already. Available practices dates and times will be at various gyms after school on Mondays & Wednesdays and after 3pm on Tuesday & Thursdays.
https://www.jotform.com/Valor_Athletics/2024-2025-sports-registration
If you can't find confirmation of purchase, please reach out to Michael.Foy@valorprep.com
HS Volleyball
HS Volleyball
DISTRICT CHAMPS 8-0!!!
Our girls lost a heartbreaker in the 5th set at home against St. Joseph Catholic this past Tuesday. Thank you to all the coaches, players, and parents that made this a district championship winning season!
WE > ME
HS Football
HS Football
November 8th 7:00pm
High School Football @ Wichita Christian
*DISTRICT TITLE GAME
Varsity Football Broadcast
Varsity Football Broadcast
November 8th's audio-only broadcast of the Valor Varsity football game versus Wichita Christian 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.
Please subscribe to get updates on any future Valor Athletics broadcasts!
Knight Squad Sign-Ups
Knight Squad Sign-Ups
Knight Squad! Kids preK-6th grade join the Knight Squad today. Members receive field access before home games and the ability to run through the sign with the team at all home games. Knight Squad members get free admission to home games and a Knight Squad t-shirt. Use the Google form below to join booster club and register your kids for Knight Squad!
Coach & Athlete of the Month
Coach & Athlete of the Month
Adam Rogers with Texas Farm Bureau Insurance awards our coaches and teachers with a certificate & gift card for their efforts in the past month. This is nominated completely by the JH/HS students via survey.
Congratulations to Mrs. Byrd & Coach Elkins.
Adam Rogers with Texas Farm Bureau Insurance also awards our athletes with a certificate for their nomination as athlete of the month. This was voted on by all coaches within Valor's Athletic Department. It's amazing what some of our coaches notice about the grit and determination of kids that they don't even specifically coach!
Thank you and congratulations to the following:
Ethan Locke as Male Athlete of the Month
Pria DeLeenheer & Clara Gibson as Co-Female Athletes of the Month
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
McCormick, Jessica- Kindergarten Teacher... 11/1
Thompson, Rebekah- Upper School Math Teacher... 11/2
Byrd, Stephen- Athletic Director... 11/4
Buenger, Mandi- PreK Teacher...11/14
Irwin, Susan- RS Science Teacher... 11/16
Weathers, Krista- US Assistant Head...11/18
Fatzinger, Joy- GS PE Teacher... 11/24
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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