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Academics

Valor Christian High School in provides a rigorous, college-preparatory academic program rooted in Biblical truth. As a leading Christian high school in the Denver metro area, we equip students to excel academically and grow as leaders in college and beyond.

Academic Excellence at Valor Christian High School

We believe all students are created in the image of God which greatly impacts the way we view students.

Adhering to the premise that all truth is God’s truth, faculty seek to reveal God’s truth in all academic areas and provide spaces for students to examine, develop, and mature in their faith.

In partnership with committed parents, our academic mission is to provide purpose-driven, college preparatory classes, within a vibrant Christ-centered environment. Learn about the various programs we offer our students below, along with our academic distinctives, fast facts regarding our department, and academic stories.

 

Academic Distinctives

College Preparatory


Our College Prep classes are intellectually challenging and developmentally appropriate. Honors, Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit (DC) classes provide college-level content and requirements that keep advanced and highly motivated students engaged and thriving.

We offer a wide variety of elective courses as well, so students are able to support their long-term interests and goals. Our weekly schedule closely replicates a college experience, with courses meeting at various times throughout the week, enabling students to invest in peer, teacher and mentor relationships throughout the week.

 

Relationally Focused Faculty


Highly professional and relational faculty are dedicated to building meaningful relationships with students and encouraging academic, social, and spiritual growth. Personal connections between students and teachers impact the intrinsic motivation of students and best promote the achievement of our Expected Student Outcomes: Spiritual Formation, College Preparedness, and Cultural Engagement.  

 

Student-Centered Learning and Support


We take a student-centered approach to supporting and ensuring the success of all students. Each student and situation is unique, and Valor faculty seek to find the best solution for each student. Through a dedicated  9th Grade Seminar class, incoming freshmen are provided a curriculum focused on the essential qualities and skills necessary for academic and personal success at Valor. Additionally, fee-based academic support services are offered, ranging from peer tutoring and one-on-one coaching to accommodations and summer school. 

High school students at Valor Christian High School collaborating on a hands-on STEM project in class
EnVision Impact Report cover featuring Valor Christian High School students on campus

 

College matriculation data showing 95 percent of Valor Christian High School graduates attend four-year colleges

 

2023 College Data key

Endorsement Programs

Valor’s endorsement programs provide a tailored course of study based on areas of passion and core interest, differentiating students from peers as they approach college admissions. Students are given the opportunity to complete an endorsement in Business, Biblical Leadership, STEM, Humanities, and Visual or Performing Arts through the Valor Arts Conservatory. Upon program requirement completion, students receive program recognition on their diplomas and distinguishing cords at Commencement.

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NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL

Valor Christian High School National Blue Ribbon School award banner for 2015 and 2021

Exemplary ACSI Accreditation

Exemplary Accreditation is a higher tier of accreditation that is granted by ACSI to a K-12 school that meets the criteria. The Exemplary Accreditation criteria are based on evidence, performance, a site visit, and review and determination by the ACSI Commission on Accreditation. The school is evaluated in six Critical Factor areas of excellence:

  • Board Governance
  • Executive Leadership
  • School Viability
  • Student Learning
  • Spiritual Formation
  • School Culture
Exemplary Accredited recognition from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

 

 

23

 

PERCENT ATTENDING PRIVATE CHRISTIAN COLLEGES

 

 

77

 

PERCENT  ATTENDING OUT-OF-STATE COLLEGES

 

 

25

 

AVERAGE ACT SCORE FOR THE LAST 5 YEARS


2025 Graduate Acceptances at

Graphic highlighting 2025 graduate college acceptances at Valor Christian High School

 

312

unique universities and matriculating to

 

112

different universities

Awarded

Scholarship award graphic representing financial aid and postsecondary advancement at Valor

 

$8,682,500

Academic Merit Scholarships to the class of

 

2025

students for their freshman year of college


Academics by the Number

93

Faculty

80

Faculty with Advanced Degrees

9

Faculty with a Doctorate Degree

13

Student to Faculty Ratio

186

Courses Offered

23

National Merit Qualifying Students (2024)

Academic Stories


ACADEMICS TEAM

Headshot of Laura Dykstra

Dr. Laura Dykstra


Dean of Curriculum and Academic Development at Valor Christian High School

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Will Ostransky


DEAN OF ACADEMIC SERVICES at Valor Christian High School

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Shandra Pankoski


Director of STEM and Academic Development at Valor Christian High School

Contact Shandra

 

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Toby Coffman


Director of Humanities and Postsecondary Advancement at Valor Christian High School

Contact Toby