Classes Resume
Lower School (K-5) classes resume 7:55 AM - 3:10 PM
Upper School (6-12) classes resume 8:15 AM - 3:35 PM
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin cafeteria for this brief hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
Yearbook Cover Contest Deadline
Submit your art for the 2024-2025 yearbook cover.
Must be a drawing, painting or photograph
Must be representational/true, NOT abstract
Open to ALL grade levels & faculty/staff
1 submission per person
Digital submissions ONLY
Submit by January 10th to Mrs. Montelongo
Spring Club Registration
Mark your calendars to register for Spring Clubs. We will share registration information in parent communications the week of Jan. 6.
Track & Field Interest Meeting
Does your scholar love the Olympics? Does he or she dream of high-jumping, shot-putting, and crossing the finish line? You and your scholar should attend the Track & Field Interest Meeting on Monday, January 13th at 4:00 PM in the VNA Library.
If you have questions, please contact Athletic Director, Scott McMickle, smcmickle@valoreducation.org.
11th Grade College Counseling and Senior Preview Night
11th Grade parents and students are invited to a College Counseling and Senior Preview Night intended just for our junior class. More details to come!
Spirit Day!
It’s time for another Spirit Day! Students may dress according to the guidelines below. Students who opt out of wearing spirit gear must wear the uniform.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
9th & 10th Grade College Counseling Night
Parents and their 9th & 10th grade students are encouraged to attend this College Counseling Night.
High School Preview Night
Parents of 8th grade students are invited to join us for this High School Preview Night.
10th Grade Retreat
The 10th Grade class will have a retreat at Crux Climbing Center in Pflugerville. Parent communications will include registration and details. Lunch pre-order deadline is 1/10/25.
One Hundred Days of School Celebrations
Kindergarten and 1st Grade scholars will celebrate 100 days of learning! Parents will receive more information via email.
IHP High School Symposium
High school students will participate in the annual IHP Symposium where they will share meals, engage in seminars with small groups consisting of a mixture of 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders, observe Faculty Panels on selected texts (TBD) and hear a keynote address (speaker TBD).
Parents will receive more information via email.
No School
Friday, January 31st is a student holiday.
Valor Education faculty and staff will attend their Winter Symposium on this date.
5th Grade Field Trip
The 5th grade class will visit the Bob Bullock Museum. More details will be provided to parents of 5th grade students before the event.
CLT10 (9th & 10th Grade)
The Classic Learning Test (CLT) exists to reconnect knowledge and virtue by providing meaningful assessments and connections to seekers of truth, goodness, and beauty. Accepted at hundreds of colleges across the US, the CLT is an alternative to the SAT® and ACT® for 11th and 12th graders.
Parents of Freshmen and Sophomores, stay tuned for an email from Mrs. Chapman or Ms. Dewoody, VNA College Counselors, with more details about the CLT and other important information.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin cafeteria for this brief hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
Grandparents' Day
We will celebrate with our students’ grandparents today. More details to come!
Friday, February 14 is also an Early Release Day. Please note:
K-5 releases at 12:35 PM
6-12 releases at 12:55 PM
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Classic Learning Test (11th Grade)
The Classic Learning Test (CLT) exists to reconnect knowledge and virtue by providing meaningful assessments and connections to seekers of truth, goodness, and beauty. Accepted at hundreds of colleges across the US, the CLT is an alternative to the SAT® and ACT® for 11th and 12th graders.
Parents of Juniors, stay tuned for an email from Mrs. Chapman or Ms. Dewoody, VNA's college counselors, with more details about the CLT and other important information.
High School Winter Swing Formal
High School students are invited to join the Winter Swing Formal on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Details will follow and will be shared in parent communications.
National Latin Exam
Students will participate in the National Latin Exam. More information will be provided through parent communication.
Class Pictures & School Picture Re-Take Day
EK Simmons Photography will return to take class pictures for the yearbook as well as re-takes of individual photos. This includes photos of students who were absent for Fall picture day, students who would like a different picture taken, and new students who were not enrolled in October. More details will be shared in parent communications.
Kindergarten Field Trip
The kindergarten class will visit Crowe’s Nest Farm. More details will be provided to parents of kindergarten students before the event.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Valor Games Spirit Week
Leading up to and during the Valor Games, the Valor North Austin campus will be overflowing with school spirit! More details will be shared prior to the event.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin cafeteria for this brief hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
Early Release Day
K-5 releases at 12:35 PM
6-12 releases at 12:55 PM
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
SAT Test (11th Grade)
11th Grade students will take the SAT test on Wednesday, March 26. Please watch for parent communications about this national test.
1st Grade Field Trip
The 1st grade class will visit the LBJ Wildflower Center. More details will be provided to parents of 1st grade students before the event.
3rd Grade Field Trip
The 3rd Grade students will visit Pioneer Farms in east Austin. Parent communications to follow with details about this visit.
Kindergarten & 1st Grade Concert
All Kindergarten & 1st Grade Classes will perform. More details will be provided via the Parent Newsletter.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
STAAR Testing Window
During STAAR Testing, the campus must be closed to visitors and parents per Texas state law.
More details will be provided to parents prior to testing.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin cafeteria for this brief hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
Junior & Senior Prom
The Junior & Senior Classes are invited to Prom 2025. Details and registration will be shared in parent communications.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Art Show
The Art Show displays art created by each Valor student. More details will be shared prior to the event.
Spring Play
Save the date for our performance of our Spring play! The performance times will be updated as we get closer to the performance.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin cafeteria for this brief hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
Spring Concert
Please plan to attend this celebration of song at the annual Valor North Austin spring concert. Students in 3rd, 5th, 8th, 9th, & 10th Grades will perform, joined by the Honors Choir.
More details will be shared via parent communications.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Spirit Day!
It’s our final Spirit Day of the school year! Students may dress according to the guidelines below. Students who opt out of wearing spirit gear must wear the uniform.
5th Grade Promotion Ceremony
On this evening, we celebrate our 5th-grade students’ graduation from Lower School to Upper School. More information will be sent to guardians of 5th-grade students.
Early Release/Exams (Upper School only)
Early Release for Upper School Students (6-12) only.
K-5 will have a full day of school, releasing at 3:10 PM as usual.
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
This evening, we will celebrate our eighth-grade students’ graduation from middle school to upper school. More details will be sent to guardians of 8th-grade students.
Early Release/Last Day of School
All students K-12 will be released at 12:35 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Have a wonderful summer!
Graduation
VNA’s first graduating class will be celebrated on Saturday, May 31st. More details coming soon.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Early Release for Upper School 6-12 ONLY
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
All Upper School students will dismiss from the Open Air Gym today.
There is no tutoring on Early Release days.
There is detention from 1:07 - 1:30.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, sign in at the Lower School Lobby then head to the Valor North Austin library for this hour of Q&A. No RSVP is required.
2nd Grade Field Trip
The 2nd graders will be attending The Nutcracker at the Long Center for Performing Arts on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Students will eat an early lunch at 10:30 then will be picked up from Valor at 11:00am. The buses will pick up students from the Long Center at 1:00pm and students will be back at Valor around 1:30pm. Upon return to campus, students will enjoy a "post-ballet reception" at school including tea and pastries.
Winter Concert
Please plan to attend this celebration of song at the annual Valor North Austin winter concert. Students in 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 7th grades will perform, also joined by the Honors Choirs.
More details will be shared via parent communications.
4th Grade Field Trip
The 4th graders will be visiting Inner Space Cavern on Friday, December 6, 2024. Students will be picked up from Valor at 9:00am. Students will have lunch at Inner Space Cavern so disposable lunches should be packed. The buses will pick up students from Inner Space at 1:00pm and students will be back at Valor by 1:30pm.
Texas Tech Visits VNA
College Visit: Texas Tech University
Rep Name: Izzie Haerle
Location: Room 142
Who may attend: high school students
Questions?
Contact Ms. Dewoody, College Counselor, at adewoody@valoreducation.org or Mrs. Chapman, College Counselor, at mchapman@valoreducation.org.
11th Grade Human Encounter at Down Home Ranch
The 11th Grade students will volunteer at Down Home Ranch on Tuesday, December 3rd. An email with registration and dress code information will be sent to parents. Students will be picked up at 9:00 AM from VNA and will return at 2:00 PM.
Giving Tuesday
Save the Date for Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is December 3rd! We invite you to partner with us and Invest in the Vision on this global day of giving. Your help recruits and retains our excellent teachers and provides a unique classical education to all our students.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Colorado Christian University Visits VNA
College Visit: Colorado Christian University
Rep Name: Logan Burchett
Location: Room 142
Who may attend: high school students
Questions?
Contact Ms. Dewoody, College Counselor, at adewoody@valoreducation.org or Mrs. Chapman, College Counselor, at mchapman@valoreducation.org.
VNA Spelling Bee
We are excited to announce that 4th-8th grade VNA students will again participate in the famed Scripps National Spelling Bee! There are four total rounds of competition, which will begin in early November.
More information will be provided to parents/guardians of students in 4th-8th grade. Questions? Contact Ms. Kee at rkee@valoreducation.org.
VNA Fall Play, “The Importance of Being Earnest” (matinee performance)
Enjoy a matinee performance in the VNA Black Box Theater featuring Valor North Austin Upper School students. Tickets are $5 each, and proceeds will benefit the VNA Drama department.
Questions? Contact Drama Teacher Mr. Jeff Grube: jgrube@valoreducation.org.
VNA Fall Play, “The Importance of Being Earnest” (evening performance)
Enjoy an evening performance in the VNA Black Box Theater featuring Valor North Austin Upper School students. Tickets are $5 each, and proceeds will benefit the VNA Drama department.
Questions? Contact Drama Teacher Mr. Jeff Grube: jgrube@valoreducation.org.
VNA Fall Play, “The Importance of Being Earnest” (matinee performance)
Enjoy a matinee performance in the VNA Black Box Theater featuring Valor North Austin Upper School students. Tickets are $5 each, and proceeds will benefit the VNA Drama department.
Questions? Contact Drama Teacher Mr. Jeff Grube: jgrube@valoreducation.org.
VNA Fall Play, “The Importance of Being Earnest” (evening performance)
Enjoy an evening performance in the VNA Black Box Theater featuring Valor North Austin Upper School students. Tickets are $5 each, and proceeds will benefit the VNA Drama department.
Questions? Contact Drama Teacher Mr. Jeff Grube: jgrube@valoreducation.org.
Early Release Day
Lower School (K-5) releases at 12:35 PM.
Upper School (6-12) releases at 1:00 PM.
No lunch will be served, so please pack two hearty snacks.
Coffee and Conversation with Headmaster Hill
Current Parents, join Headmaster Hill for coffee and conversation! After drop off, head to the Valor North Austin library for this brief hour of Q&A. Please RSVP below.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest is the VNA Parent Service Organization's signature event!
You won't want to miss the games, food trucks, and fun. We hope to see the whole Valor North Austin community there! Click the button link below for details.
10th Grade Field Trip
During this outing, tenth grade students will practice plein air painting.
DETAILS
Field Trip on Friday, November 8th.
Students will need to pack a snack, fully disposable lunch, and bring a full water bottle.
Necessary art supplies and materials will be provided by Valor.
This trip will not be in need of parent chaperones.
Austin College Visits VNA
College Visit: Austin College
Rep Name: Brynn Sandquist
Location: Room 142
Who may attend: high school students
Questions?
Contact Ms. Dewoody, College Counselor, at adewoody@valoreducation.org or Mrs. Chapman, College Counselor, at mchapman@valoreducation.org.
8th Grade Retreat
The 8th grade retreat is an opportunity for students to engage in reflection and conversation on the meaning of authentic friendship. In addition to the examination of texts rooted in the classical tradition, students will engage in games, reflection time, and group discussions. The goal of the retreat is for scholars to better integrate the meaning of true friendship into their individual and communal lives.
DETAILS AND DRESS CODE
Date: Thursday, November 7
Location: Wells Branch Community Center, 2106 Klattenhoff Dr, Austin, TX 78728
Solid-colored denim jeans or uniform khakis
Valor t-shirt or uniform polo
Lace-up closed-toe athletic shoes (no Vans or similar shoes permitted) with standard socks
Valor approved outerwear, if needed
Upper School Dances
Our vision for dances at Valor is unique. Students learn specific dance styles, and it is a community event where they dance with many people, not just one date. Therefore, we strongly encourage students to go in groups rather than seeing this as an event for which they should find a date.
The Student Life Team plans the Upper School dances. Questions? Contact Ms. Foto at afoto@valoreducation.org.
Benedictine College Visits VNA
College Visit: Wyoming Catholic
Rep Name: Mary Margaret Mulvaney
Location: Room 142
Who may attend: high school students
Questions?
Contact Ms. Dewoody, College Counselor, at adewoody@valoreducation.org or Mrs. Chapman, College Counselor, at mchapman@valoreducation.org.
7th Grade Curricular Celebration
The 7th-grade class will have a themed celebration based on books they have read this year. More information will be provided to families of students in the 7th grade.
Junior Pantomime & Improv Performance
Come enjoy a performance in VNA’s black box theatre featuring our Junior class. No ticket required.
Due to limited space, this invitation is exclusively for parents/guardians/families of students in the Junior class. VNA Faculty who instruct Junior students are also welcome to attend.