INSIDE THIS EDITION
- Important Calendar Notes
- 2021-2022 Applications Open This Week
- Parent Connection Opportunities
- And more of what's happening now
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Check Out Campus Life
Despite changes to some activities, there's still lots to do and see in a day on Valor's campus!
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 | Switching Up Fall Sports
Several student-athletes whose fall sports were postponed decided to make lemonade out of lemons. Girls softball and boys tennis both accepted new players looking for an outlet to compete.
| |  | Finding Community in Sources of Strength
Finding community, and a place to be yourself and make new friends, is one of the reasons Hayan Lee '21 became a leader with Valor’s Sources of Strength.
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Important Calendar Notes- Monday, September 7: Labor Day - No School
- Tuesday, September 8: Late Start with classes beginning at 10:10 a.m. with RED block. Purple block classes will not meet.
- Wednesday, September 9: A "Day in the Life" has always been a highly attended and enjoyable evening for our parents. This year, we will provide parents with a remote opportunity to meet your students' teachers. You'll get to watch short videos created by the teachers to learn a little about them and the class. We will also be sharing with you how Valor is doing as we kicked-off a year like no other. Watch for this communication via email on September 9.
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2021-2021 Applications OpenKnow someone who could be interested in applying to Valor? Applications for the 2021-2022 school year open on September 1. More information is available here.
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New Co-Curricular Eligibility StandardsDue to CHSAA’s new athletic calendar, Valor has decided to adjust its eligibility period to a three-week model for the 2020-2021 school year. Read more here.
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Valor Concussion ProtocolAs part of the concussion (brain trauma) protocol for Valor students, please adhere to the following steps:
- Follow the directions of the Valor Athletic Training Staff if the injury occurs as part of a Valor activity. The trainers will guide you when consultation with a medical provider is needed.
- If the injury occurs outside of a Valor activity/event, please reach out to a medical provider. Please request paperwork from your visit.
- Following contact with a doctor, please reach out to your student's Academic and College Counselor. Counselors will work with your student and his or her teachers to develop an academic support plan.
- A physical and cognitive recovery plan is imperative to full, long term recovery from the injury.
- Read this informative resource about concussions.
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Return to School RemindersWe need your help keeping our campus safe. Please review Valor’s protocols and procedures, and visit our FAQs for answers to your important questions.
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Arts Parent NightOn September 2 and 7:00 p.m. in the Performance Hall, Valor Arts+Media parents are invited to meet Visual and Performing Arts team members, hear about this year's opportunities and schedule of fall events, and meet parent contacts for each area of Arts+Media.
Parents of new students are especially encouraged to attend, whether your student is in an art class now or later. News students are also welcome.
Masks are required and physical distancing guidelines will be followed.
Due to the maximum seating limit of 175, please RSVP to Nancy Columbia.
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Athletics NewsValor Athletics has some exciting news to share! Keep an eye on your inbox this week to learn about the latest updates you won't want to miss.
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Academic SupportTutoring Center: Valor will continue to offer faculty and peer tutoring before, during, and after school that aligns with the new schedule! Please email Academic Support to schedule sessions or click here for more information.
Academic Management: This course is intended to support students in their executive functioning skills. Due to the new 7-period schedule, AM will only meet three times per week. Click here for more information or email Will Ostransky.
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Discovery ServiceDiscovery plans to offer local service opportunities this fall with local and national experiences in the spring, and a potential return to international experiences in the summer of 2021.
Students looking for available service opportunities can view the list of pre-approved activities and partners. Don’t forget to upload your summer service hours on Helper Helper! Freshman and transfer students can begin uploading service hours for approval after receiving information in their seminar classes.
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| Parent Community Announcements
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Parent Connection GroupsMen of Valor will meet via Zoom starting this Thursday, September 3 from 6:30-7:30 a.m. Email Tim Welch with questions.
Valor Moms in Prayer meets every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. in the Valor Prayer Chapel. All moms are invited to attend.
Valor Moms Morning Bible Study kicks off this Thursday, September 3 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. All moms are invited to come and join a great community of moms. The group will meet outdoors at Highland Heritage Park, 9651 S Quebec St, Highlands Ranch in Shelter A for the month of September. Please email Teresa Kozan with questions.
Valor Moms Evening Bible Study will start Monday, September 14 at 6:45 p.m. meeting at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy, Lone Tree. Please email Teresa Kozan with questions.
Valor Moms Hiking Club is open to all moms who enjoy hiking and fellowship. Sign up here for the next hike on September 14.
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Valor Parent Association Class Coffees
Valor Parent Association (VPA) class coffees are an informal and great way to meet other parents of students in your class. Email the VPA with questions. - Class of 2021: 1st Wednesday of the month, 9:00-10:00 a.m., 9/2 & 10/7 at Toepfer Park, 9480 Venneford Ranch Rd., Highlands Ranch.
- Class of 2022: 1st Friday of the month, 8:00-9:00 a.m., Panera Bread, 9579 S University Blvd Ste 500 A, Highlands Ranch.
- Class of 2023: 2nd Thursday of the month, immediately following Mom’s Bible study, Panera Bread, 9233 Park Meadows Dr., Lone Tree.
- Class of 2024: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 9:15-10:15 a.m., Falcon Park, 9555 Fall Brooke Dr, Highlands Ranch.
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Parent Class Facebook PagesJoin your student's graduating class Facebook page made for parents, by parents, to keep up with special events and announcements.
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Monty Nuss HeadshotsSeniors, make sure to schedule your yearbook headshot with Monty Nuss before Friday, October 2. The headshots are free - just call Monty Nuss Photography at 303.798.8229 and tell them you are a senior at Valor Christian High School to schedule your appointment. They are also a great option for scheduling all your senior photos. Check out some examples in their 2020 catalogue.
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ICP (Individual College Planning) Meeting Invitations
Seniors, please check your email for an invitation from Academic and College Counselors to sign up for an ICP meeting.
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Communication Essentials
Attendance Line: 303.471.3100
Front Desk: 303.471.3000
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