Weekly
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
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INSIDE THIS EDITION
- Explore Valor for Families of Middle Schoolers
- See You at the Pole
- Families of Strength Webinar
- And more of what's happening now
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
In this production promo, get a taste of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged, a high-speed comedy that lampoons all of the Shakespeare plays, from an over-the-top dive into Romeo and Juliet, to a hilarious rendition of Hamlet.
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 | Discovery on the Western Slope - Fall Experiences Now Open!
Over the years, a handful of Valor students and alumni have spent their summers at Teepee Bible Camp in Rifle, CO. Now, they are giving back to the camp that poured into them.
| |  | Bridging Faith and Science - Student Essay Takes Top Prize
Liana Hase-Penn's '23 experience in Valor STEM helped inspire her award-winning essay about the science behind identifying poachers of endangered animals.
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Explore ValorOn October 8, 21, & 27, families of 7th and 8th-grade students are invited to attend Explore Valor, our annual event for prospective families. RSVP here for the night of your choice to receive a custom schedule for the evening based on your student’s interests. If you or a family you know are considering Valor for your middle school student, we hope to see you there!
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See You at the PoleThis Wednesday, September 23 at 7:00 a.m. all students are invited to gather at the flagpole for See You at the Pole. This is a national day for students to gather at their school flagpole and pray for their school, community, state, and nation. We will also have worship music and take some time to praise God together!
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Valor Club FairInterested in joining a club? Attend the annual Valor Club Fair on Tuesday, September 22 and Thursday, September 24 during both A & B lunches. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about all the extracurricular clubs on campus and find one that interests them.
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Picture Retake DayPicture retake day is this upcoming Wednesday, September 23 during both A and B lunch in the Library. Lifetouch picture proofs taken during Check-in day were distributed last week to the following classes/teachers: Ninth grade Seminar, 10th grade English, 11th grade English, 12th grade Senior Bible. Students who did not receive their picture proof should reach out to their teacher or Rochelle Miller.
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Discovery Fall Teams - Apply Today! Deadline October 9
There's still time to apply for a fall-break Discovery team. These teams are open to all students, offer a safe way to serve despite COVID restrictions, and give students the opportunity to make friends and develop rich relationships. Fall experiences do not require service hours for qualification, but they will provide students with approved service hours which can qualify them for subsequent national and international teams. For more information on the Discovery fall teams, click here. Applications close October 9.
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Introducing Project 25:35
Discovery is thrilled to announce Project 25:35, a Valor community initiative to bless Denver area homeless. In partnership with students, families, faculty and staff, Discovery hopes to create, pray over and distribute backpacks filled with snacks, water, spiritual encouragement and other items in the name of Christ. We need your help! Donate, put bags together or distribute - whatever you feel called to do. Please consider jumping in with us. Click here for more information, or email Discovery.
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Pre-Approved Service
Looking for a list of approved service partners and opportunities? Students and parents can find a detailed list of partners here, and individual and group service opportunities are available here.
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College Financial Aid Opens October 1, 2020
If you plan to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), this process opens for the Class of 2021 on October 1, 2020. You can find all the necessary information and forms here.
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College Vine Student Panel College Fair, September 21-26
Choose from Q&A sessions with current college students representing over 100 colleges and universities. Current college students will answer your questions and share honest opinions. Check out this free event here and register.
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| Parent Community Announcements
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Families of Strength WebinarOn October 10 at 9:00 a.m., Social-Emotional Services team members Lindsey Ervin and David Milton will host a live webinar for parents titled “Families of Strength”. In the session, they will discuss how you can identify and foster the sources that keep your family strong and connected.
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Arts Parent CoffeeJoin other parents of Arts students on Wednesday, September 23 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. for an Arts parent coffee at Monk and Mongoose, 9580 Ridgegate Pkwy, Lone Tree, 80124. Email Valor Arts Guild President Lindsay Kamel with any questions.
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Parent Connections GroupsMen of Valor: Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 a.m. Email Tim Welch for the Zoom link.
Moms Morning Bible Study: Thursdays from 8:30-10:00 a.m. All moms are invited to join this community at Highland Heritage Park, 9651 S Quebec St, Highlands Ranch in Shelter A. A Zoom meeting notice will go out during inclement weather so you won’t have to miss a week.
Moms Evening Bible Study: Mondays at 6:45 p.m. at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy, Lone Tree.
Valor Business Network: Parents from all businesses are invited for a time of connection and networking. We will kick off on September 30 at Highland Heritage Park, 9651 S Quebec St, Highlands Ranch in Shelter A at 8:30 a.m. The first speaker will be Josh Disbrow, Valor dad and co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of Aytu BioScience, Inc. See the scheduled meeting dates for the entire 2020-2021 school year here.
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Senior Minute VideoWatch this week’s senior minute video from Student Body President Noah Hughes:
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Colleges on Campus This Week
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All College Visits are during lunch in the Athletic Building Lobby, unless otherwise indicated.
Monday 9/21
*Colorado Christian University - also hosting a classroom visit after school at 2:45 p.m. in Room 145
North Greenville University
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Samford University
Tuesday 9/22
Liberty University
Lipscomb University
Oklahoma Baptist University
Oklahoma Christian University
Wednesday 9/23
Covenant College
Thursday 9/24
Calvin University
John Brown University
Lee University
Point Loma University
Vanguard University
Friday 9/25
Concordia University
Lubbock Christian University
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