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APRIL 28, 2019

INSIDE THIS EDITION

Summer and Fall Play Auditions
Fill Out the Parent Survey
National Honor Society Newest Inductees
AP Exam Dates
And more of what's happening now

A Banner Year

In their first year of competition at the 5A level, Valor Athletics teams found success across the board (and the year isn't over yet!). Congratulations to all of our student-athletes, coaches, and athletic administrators who fearlessly took on the challenge and continue to give God the glory through sport.

Several senior athletes look back on what they've learned in their sport at Valor in the Why I Play series.

Read Why I Play

Evaluating College Athletics Beyond Playing Time

Bill Bufton
College Recruiting Coordinator

One of the things I always find myself telling families who are looking for guidance in their athlete's college decision is to find the best fit for 24 hours a day, not just 3 hours.

It's easy to make the mistake of choosing a college just because of what they offer in the portion of the day when students participate in athletics, but there are so many other important factors to consider. How does the coach act with their players during practice, not just on a recruiting visit with you? Does the school feel like good academic fit that will set up your student for success after their athletic career is over? Do you enjoy things about the campus life outside of sports?

I recommend this article, "A 13 Point Checklist for Evaluating A College Athletic Program Beyond Playing Time", if your student is even considering pursuing their sport at the college level. I share articles like this all the time on the College Athletics Counseling page, and you are welcome to shoot me an email if you'd like to talk in person about your student-athlete's future.

Academic Awards Night and NHS Inductees

Congratulations to all students who were recognized on Academic Awards Night on Wednesday for outstanding achievement and National Honor Society induction. View the full list of honorees.

Summer Group Service Opportunities

Students can use summer free time earn Discovery hours and serve our community! Fill out this form to opt in for updates about local service opportunities.

Right now, students can sign up for five days and four nights ministering to Denver's homeless on a local immersion experience. Sign up for this experience on June 2-6, $350 per student.

AP Exam Reminders and Schedule

If your student is enrolled in an AP class, they are required to take their respective AP exams. You can find the national testing schedule for each exam here. Dress code is enforced during exams, and FACTS accounts will be charged $94/exam.

Questions? Contact Sheila Beckie.

Keep Student IDs

All student IDs are replaced every 2 years. If your student's ID hasn't been replaced since the 2017-18 school year, there's a new one coming at check-in day in August. Otherwise, please remind your student to keep their student ID over the summer so it can be used again next year.

If your student's ID was replaced sometime during this school year and they lose it over the summer, there will be a $15 fee to get a new ID for the 2019-20 school year.

Annual Parent Survey

If you haven't already, would you take a moment to complete the Annual Parent Survey that was sent out on Tuesday? All responses are due by Sunday, May 5 and help us continually improve the Valor experience for all students.

Sweet Treats for Staff and Faculty

The Valor Parents Association is providing treats and snacks to show appreciation for staff and faculty this Thursday, May 2. If you would like to contribute some snacks, you can view the sign up sheet here and drop off treats at the front desk by Monday, April 29 (tomorrow!).

Also Note ...

Join Valor Moms Bible Study for their last meeting of the year on Thursday, May 2 at 8:10 am in the Valor Center Upper Lobby.
Sign up for the Valor Moms Hike on Monday, May 6.

Class Announcements

Discovery Hour Submission Deadline

All senior Discovery hours are due by 12:00 pm on May 10 in order to make transcript deadlines. Seniors should have 100 hours recorded by this date. All hours can be logged at myvalor.govalor.com.

Spotlight on Arts

Mark your calendar for these upcoming Arts+Media events, and find information about auditions for the summer show and fall play.

Casting Call! Summer Musical and Fall Play Auditions

Valor Arts+Media is excited to announce two incredible performance opportunities for students - Little Women, The Musical (August 22-24) and The Importance of Being Earnest (October 4, 5, 11, and 12). Auditions for both shows will be conducted concurrently on May 11 in one time slot for each student.

Learn More and Audition

Final Athletic Signing Day

Congrats to these nine seniors who signed their national letters of intent to continue as student-athletes at the college level. We're proud of all their hard work!

Clockwise, from top left: Dane Palazzo, Payton Polson, Zack Westen, Daniel Soby, Adam Church, Jenna Szilagyi, Myki Timlin, Hannah Falls, and Lizzie Waters.

Eagle's Nest Sidewalk Sale

Come to the Eagle's Nest store on April 30, May 2 or 3 to get 25% off all Valor gear. This offer is in-store only, so come to campus for some shopping!

Events & Programs

Take your pick, and click for details and sign-ups.

Communication Essentials

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Front Desk: 303.471.3000

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