School Stories

"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.

We are proud of these fourteen Valor students who are being recognized for earning academic honors from the College Board’s National Recognition Programs

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.

In a national STEM competition, Valor students Nicolette Jamison (pictured left), Claire Kim, (pictured right) and CJ Mote (not pictured) took first place, announced last week, for their design of special functionality in a prosthetic hand.

As the college acceptances, waitlists and denials begin to roll in, decision making time is just around the corner. May 1 is the date by which colleges expect admitted students to make their final decision, committing to attend by submitting the required deposit to hold the student’s spot.

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.

Over the years, a handful of Valor students and alumni have spent their summers at Teepee learning scripture, chasing adventure, building relationships and gaining perspective.

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.

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.

Senior Sarah Fabian recently curated a fabulous collection of……SENIOR PANTS! 

The Complete Works of Shakespeare, Abridged is a perfect way for our talented theatre students to hone and showcase their growing improvisational skills!

Valor Arts+Media students turned to both new and familiar mediums to find some inspiration this spring and summer. Whether in the recording studio, drawing room, or online learning, these students continued to hone their skills on their own.

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.

How work ethic and striving for excellence allowed him to have success at the next level and beyond.

The mental and physical toughness he developed during his time on the mound led him to pursue a career with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control

Even as a senior at University of Missouri School of Journalism, Marian Bouchot is already seeing her passion and hard work pay off!