INSIDE THIS EDITION
- What to know about Discovery Night
- Operation Gratitude candy drive extended
- Class of 2020 Commencement information
- And more of what's happening now
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Why Apply for a Discovery Experience?
Regardless of where they travel, Valor students experience growth and transformation on Discovery Experiences each year. Learn more about Discovery Experiences before Discovery Night this Wednesday, November 4.
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 | A Biblical Discussion of Election Season
On the eve of one of the most unusual and tumultuous election seasons, Sarah Edson’s Dual Credit Government class is framing an empathetic dialogue among students that focuses the conversation as a body of believers first and Americans second.
| |  | STEM Student Receives Drone Certification Scholarship
Faith plays a vital role in Carson Evans’ ‘21 aeronautical pursuits as he seeks to use his skills and passions to help others in times of need.
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PowderPuff Tournament - November 2 & 5
The 2020 Annual Powder Puff games were moved from last week to this week because of weather. The schedule is as follows:
Monday, November 2, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Valor Stadium
- Freshman Team 1 vs. Freshman Team 2
- Sophomore Team 1 vs. Sophomore Team 2
- Freshman Team Winner vs. Junior Team
- Sophomore Team Winner vs. Senior Team
The winners of the last two games will compete on Thursday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the stadium.
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Discovery Night - November 4Students are encouraged to meet team leaders and learn more about this year's teams at Discovery Night on November 4 at 6:30 pm. Students must sign up for the sessions they will attend here. Though parents will not be able to attend this year, they will be able to view Discovery Night videos after the event.
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One-Man Showcase - November 5, 6, & 7
Advanced student actors will perform self-written, ten-minute monologues as the people they are passionate about from history, politics, and entertainment. Showtimes are 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on November 7. Tickets are $5 at the door; only the first 50 people will be admitted due to social distancing capacity limitations.
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Conservatory Showcase - November 12, 13, & 14
Reserve seats to watch our talented Conservatory students in music, dance, theatre and musical theatre performances November 12-14. Admission is free, but seats must be reserved in pods for social distancing with a maximum of 175 per night. The Visual Arts Conservatory students will also exhibit their work in the Valor Center galleries this week.
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Operation Gratitude Candy DriveStudent Leadership will continue to collect candy through Wednesday, November 4 for Operation Gratitude. Candy will be donated to military bases in Colorado and can be dropped off at any donation stations around the school.
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Valor ACT Test Results *UpdatedIf your student took the ACT test at Valor, please read this document for detailed information.
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YouScience Career ToolSophomore, Junior, and Senior students should have received an email this past week inviting them to utilize YouScience. YouScience is a data-driven approach to aligning student's aptitudes, natural abilities, and personality traits with their interests to create a composite view of future career options. If your student did not receive this email, it may be because they already have an account established from last year.
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Dual Credit Registration Deadline
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| Parent Community Announcements
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Football Gate VolunteersWe need gate volunteers for our final home game of the regular season! Sign up here to volunteer to help fans enter the stadium safely and correctly.
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Moms Hiking ClubSign up for the next Valor moms hike on November 6.
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November VPA Class Coffees- 2021: Wednesday, November 4, 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Panera, 9579 S University Blvd
- 2022: Friday, November 6, 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Panera, 9579 S University Blvd
- 2023: Thursday, November 12, 10:15-11:15 a.m. at Panera, 9233 Park Meadows Drive
- 2024: Tuesday, November 10, 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Panera, 9579 S University Blvd
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Commencement Announcements, Caps & GownsOn Wednesday, November 4, Seniors must report to the Valor Center Performance Hall for a 20-minute presentation from Jostens regarding ordering Commencement announcements, and caps & gowns. Students should arrive at 11:00 am if they have A lunch or 12:00 pm if they have B lunch.
Orders may be turned in on either Wednesday, November 11, or Thursday, November 12 in the lobby of the Athletic Building from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Questions should be directed to Pam Stingley, Student Programs Manager.
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Senior Minute - Sam Johnston
Sam Johnston, VP of Athletics, shares this week's Senior Minute video about powderpuff, Discovery, and the Jostens presentation.
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Explore College ResourcesJuniors, in the spring semester, Valor College Counseling will provide a number of opportunities to help get you geared up for the college search and application process. More information will be available near the end of the semester. In the meantime, please utilize Naviance to research colleges and build your college wishlist.
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Communication Essentials
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Front Desk: 303.471.3000
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