School Stories
School Stories
At its heart, Valor is all about community. We are students and parents, faculty and administrators, coaches, mentors and friends. We do life together, and that’s what really sets us apart.
There's Never a Dull Moment at Valor
Read exciting stories about students' accomplishments, school events, and more! Scroll through stories below or you can find all of the school life stories at the link below!
"The mission of Sources of Strength at Valor is to empower our students to promote hope, help, and strength in our school community," explains Mr. David Milton, Social Emotional Services Coordinator.
Valor student leaders wrote more than 600 personalized thank you cards and delivered them to each nurse at Parker Adventist Hospital last week.
Pulse broadcast students did some great story telling this month in their reporting of Valor students’ giving spirits! They report on a special surprise for beloved Valor staff member Joe Colon.
Valor is starting its third year with Esports, a sport that was recently added by Colorado High School Athletic Association (CHSAA.)
Congratulations to our Eagles-on-ice for a hard-fought battle for the 2021 5A state title, edging out Fort Collins for the second year in a row! See CHSAA story and video highlights.
Our student leadership team has been very active in putting together a four-week series on “Unity”.
As the semester comes to an end, it only seems appropriate to look back on the many blessings Valor students, faculty and staff enjoyed during an unprecedented fall 2020.
Each year, Valor’s Student Leadership Board brings in the Christmas season with a week of holiday spirit days, special treats and activities, and most importantly – donation drives for local nonprofits.
A message to the Valor Family from Dr. Gary Fisher.
Academic Stories
Our academic department always has exciting news, fun, events, star students, and so much more! These stories highlight things going on in the academic department. Feel free to read about the latest exciting events and people in the academic realm. You can always check out other academic stories as well by clicking the button below!
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Valor is pleased to announce that we have three National Merit Semifinalists! Valor students Cadin Dinneen (‘24), Carter Himango (‘24), and Ethan Cheung (‘24) have been recognized as National Merit Semifinalists for their outstanding scores on the PSAT/NMSQTⓇ. These three students scored in the top 1% of all juniors nationwide.
Our Academics team takes immense pride in the outstanding performance exhibited by our students in the 2022-23 Advanced Placement (AP) exams. It brings us great pleasure to announce that an impressive 91% of our AP students achieved a score of 3 or higher on the AP exams, surpassing the national average by nearly 23%. Furthermore, Valor has overseen a record-setting administration of AP exams, with a total of 705 exams administered.
Valor families had the chance to open their homes to host six Brest, France high school students -- and Valor warmly welcomed them to campus.,
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We are proud of these fourteen Valor students who are being recognized for earning academic honors from the College Board’s National Recognition Programs
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- Diversity
- National Honor Students
Congratulations to the the more than 100 Valor World Language students who were recently accredited with the Global Seal of Biliteracy distinction. Students were awarded medals and certificates on November 16 during a lunchtime recognition ceremony.
Dean of Academics Mrs. Rebecca Thomas, and Dean of Academic Services Dr. Zach Gautier went to Washington D.C. last week to accept the National Blue Ribbon School award on behalf of Valor and its community
Congratulations to Dylan Daniels (’22) for being named the 2021 Outstanding Youth of Lone Tree Award.
Congratulations to Anthony Curcio ’22 for placing 3rd in the World in the DECA International Championships this month, the highest win in Valor history!
In the same week the world celebrated women in science, Victoria McBroom ’21 earned Best of Show in the Valor Arts Show for her animatronics piece she affectionately calls Crouton.
Discovery Stories
Our Discovery department and students are always doing things to further the kingdom and change the world. See what our incredible students are up to and stay up to date with the latest Discvoery endeavors. Feel free to scroll through stories or you can find all of the stories we have about Discovery at the link below!
Valor Christian High School from Colorado came to serve alongside us, and it truly felt like we were being reunited with family!! We were so happy to have them back in Nicaragua!
This summer, I had the privilege of going on the Colorado Trek. This Discovery experience focused on faith and discipleship while backpacking across southwestern Colorado. Our trip didn’t actually start on trail, but at our first of many group meetings prior to the trip. We spent time diving into scripture and discussion in order to further understand topics like faith, community, and the character of God, which were reaffirmed for me throughout our five days of hiking.
Going on the trip to Zambia truly changed my life. My parents are missionaries, so I grew up overseas serving, but I wasn't expecting the experience to impact me this much.
I was truly blessed to be a part of this experience and amazing team. The two weeks spent in Poland will always have a huge impact on my life, the way I treat others, and the relationships I will build in the future.
Africa cannot be put into words. Rwanda is not a country that can be explained, only deeply felt. Heartbreak, loss, redemption, and love all float within the famous red dirt and a thousand hills. Rwanda changes you.
My Discovery trip this year was unreal. Aside from getting to serve the children of Alaska, I also got to serve with my fellow peers. Every day was a gift that I know my Alaska team did not take for granted. The Lord showed up in ways I will never forget.
2022 grad Ashleigh Anema served in student leadership in her time at Valor, was the VP of Discovery in 2021-22, and has served on Discovery teams in Honduras and Thailand. Recently she shared her reflections on her time in service at Valor.
Each year, Valor Discovery experiences take students all over the country and the globe to serve others in the name of Christ. Many trips are led by the same leaders and partner with the same ministries year after year.
Each year, Valor Discovery experiences take students all over the country and the globe to serve others in the name of Christ. Many trips are led by the same leaders and partner with the same ministries year after year.
Athletic Stories
It's no secret our student athletes work hard to succeed with the best spirit and attitude. This is why we want to share stories about them! Whether it is individual players or teams, see the latest athletic stories. Feel free to scroll through stories below or you can find all of the stories we have on our athletes at the link!
For the second year in a row, Valor Christian running back Gavin Sawchuk has been named the 5A Colorado Gatorade Player of the Year. Sawchuk, a senior and University of Oklahoma commit, first won the award after his junior season in 2020.
Senior soccer player Mason Louth capped off his high school soccer career with a cherry on top when he was named to the 2021 Fall Boys High School All-America Team.
Miko Lewis (’25) is hitting the slopes and showing his powder precision in Alpine racing this winter.
Congratulations to our Eagles-on-ice for a hard-fought battle for the 2021 5A state title, edging out Fort Collins for the second year...
Class of 2012 Valor Alum Janine Beckie stopped by with her gold medal this week to greet the Valor team!
Valor alum Christian McCaffrey ’14 (right) spent time with PGA golfer and fellow Valor grad, Wyndham Clark ’12, when they played together at the PGA Pro-Am tournament in May.
Congratulations to Gavin Sawchuk ’22, for being named the 2020 Colorado Football Gatorade Player of the Year!
Congratulations to our Eagles-on-ice for a hard-fought battle for the 2021 5A state title, edging out Fort Collins for the second year in a row! See CHSAA story and video highlights.
On November 5, 2020, Valor girls distance runners finished #5 in the nation at the Terra Haute, IN “Meet of Champions” to cap off a record-breaking season.
Arts+Media Stories
Our arts and media department and students are full of fun stories and incredible artwork and creations. That's why it is the most fun to keep up with what is going on in the arts world! Stay up to date with all the arts+media students. Feel free to scroll through stories below or you can find all of the arts and media stories we have at the link!
Students in the Conservatory Dance and Musical Theatre classes were treated to master classes this month with industry professional, Lauren Hamilton.
The Red Carpet was rolled out for recording arts students and the community to celebrate their original works and those of their peers! This grammy-style night is a fun tradition that provides a showcase of some of Valor's top student works as they celebrate the songwriting process.
Senior Ivy Fox is just as comfortable in the worship band classroom and the painting studio. The worship band keyboardist and visual artist was asked by Mr. Trotter, Mrs. Timmons, and Mr. Johnson to paint a mural in the worship band room to inspire.
Senior Ella Plourde hit the Big Apple this summer as a nominee for The Jimmy Awards, the national award show for high school musical theatre students.
In the same week the world celebrated women in science, Victoria McBroom ’21 earned Best of Show in the Valor Arts Show for her animatronics piece she affectionately calls Crouton.
Instead of spending the final weeks of the semester studying or writing papers, Graphic Design III students worked tirelessly to finish a project that they could slip on their feet.
Endorsement Program Stories
Are endorsement programs are about exciting as it gets! Stay even more in the loops with the cool activities, creations, and competitions our endorsement programs are taking part in. You can view all the different programs stories at the link below.
The Humanities program honored its first class of graduating students this past May 2023 during Valor’s commencement ceremony. We want to regularly include comments from graduates to help give a sense of how the Humanities program prepared them for the next phase of their lives. For our first alumni check-in, we asked Ben Leikam to reflect on how his time in the Humanities program prepared him for college. Here are his thoughts...
In June a group including 21 students and nine healthcare providers served alongside Mission Ministries in Juarez, Mexico. The experience was one week long and in that short period of time, God worked in and through the team in some amazing ways.
In March our students had the opportunity to use their STEM skills to serve a local Denver school. Valor students built a shed, removed a playground, and prepared a garden.
STEM Night was a great success, as students showcased their work through capstone projects, clubs, and competitions. Over 30 projects and interactive demos were highlighted during the evening. In addition, select students received awards for their innovation, creativity, and service through STEM.
Vertical mattress, simple interrupted, and continuous are all terms that have been thrown around in the Anatomy and Physiology classes recently.
Valor Biology and Honors Biology students have been hard at work observing the visible indications of Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration in algal beads. Students had to use their newly learned lab skills to set up algal beads in a carbon dioxide indicator and observe a color change.
Are you adventurous? Like bungee jumping? Do you think the length of the cord and the size of the person matters when bungee jumping? Would it be smart to lie about your height or weight? Recently, as students learned about linear regression, in AP Stats, they explored this idea through a Barbie Bungee Activity.
Alumni Stories
Ever wonder whats going on with old friends? Wonder no more! Stay up to date with the Valor alumni. We want to share stories about our students who have spread their wings to go on and do bigger and greater things. Feel free to scroll through stories below or you can find all of the stories we have on our alumni at the link!
Best Friends turned Business Partners seeing rapid growth with their wedding day content company 'Follow the Bride'
Class of 2022 Graduate Aspen Edge pursues her dream of barrel racing competing across the Western U.S. at Weatherford College.
Camden Deal (class of 2019) is rehearsing with the cast of a new musical that will open in Dallas this Spring.
Katherine Noonan balances recording new music while studying medicine at Vanderbilt University
Catching up with Class of 2020 graduate Patrick Armould while on tour and how he is making his singer-songwriter dream a reality
A humble heart, a dream to make music, and a call from the Lord is all Emma Haylett needed to be successful from her first day on Valor's campus.
How God transformed his passion for music into a successful, industry leading business in Nashville, Tennessee
Valor Alum Nicole Toscano (Class of 2013) has spent all of her adult life passionate about Valor's dance program and the young ladies she mentors
From Valor, to Taylor University, to Ireland, her success on the court has allowed her to impact lives across the globe through the game of basketball.