Questions about school supplies, schedules, dining, and more? Find everything you need to get ready for fall at Valor here! 

Check-In

Check-in for the 2020-2021 school year will take place for ALL students (9th through 12th grade) on Monday, August 17 with assigned times between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm. Please use this link to see your assigned check-in time. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and parameters, it is imperative that students adhere to checking in ONLY at their assigned time. Begin check-in by parking in the lot located at the rear of the Valor property. Parents who drive their student(s) to check-in are asked to remain in their cars while their student engages in the check-in process. No students will be allowed in the Academic Building.
At check-in, students will receive an envelope with their class schedules, planners, 2020-2021 yearbooks, technology set-up directions, previous NHS and Cum Laude certificates, ID lanyards, parking passes/maps (if applicable) and course change request information.
All students are also required to take their yearbook picture at their designated check-in time. Dress guidelines apply.
As a reminder, in the best interest of the health and safety of our students, lockers will not be issued to students this year. Athletic bags can be stored on the shelves provided inside the stadium front gates.
If you are unable to attend check-in as scheduled, please call the Valor front desk for further information at 303.471.3000.

Student IDs

All freshmen and juniors will take photos for new IDs. These will be distributed to students in their first period class on their first day of school.
Sophomores and seniors will be charged $15 for a new ID if they do not have theirs from the previous year. Please follow the sign-up process for a new ID at check-in. Those receiving new IDs will pick them up in front of the Arts building prior to school on the morning of August 20.

Cum Laude and NHS Certificates

Returning students who have earned cum laude or National Honors Society recognition for the spring 2020 semester will receive their certificates at check-in on August 17.

Class Schedules

Receiving Schedules

All students will receive their printed color block schedule at check-in. Schedules will also be accessible on Schoology beginning August 18.

Modified Schedules

Schedule Changes

Schedule change requests are handled through the counseling office. Students will receive a link to a Google document where they can input their change requests in their check-in packet. Email requests will not be considered official. Semester one change requests will be processed between August 17 and August 28.
Students are required to attend ALL classes until any requested change has been confirmed by their Academic Counselor. Class changes will be made as soon as possible on a space-available basis.
 

Dining

On-Campus Options

We will be offering a limited menu to start the year, but all three serving venues (Commons, Cafe, and Bistro) will be open. Self-service options will be replaced with prepackaged ones and the beverage stations will not be operational when school opens. See the daily schedule and menus here.
All lunch options are included with students' tuition, but snacks, beverages and breakfast items can be purchased in the Bistro and Cafe using MySchoolBucks. No cash or cards are accepted.
Drinking fountains are being replaced with bottle fillers. Students should bring their water bottles each day.

School Supplies

Computers

We believe that technology is a powerful tool that when used effectively, can enhance teaching and promote student learning. Valor is committed to partnering with you to teach your student how to be a good user and steward of technology. To that end, we are a "bring your own device" (BYOD) school. We recommend that our students have access to a capable, modern computer to complete their coursework. While most of our faculty and staff use Apple MacBook or iMac computers, we do not require a specific brand of device for students. Any modern computer, including Chromebooks, will be sufficient for your student. If you have any specific questions about capabilities, please let us know and we can provide recommendations. 
Books
Use your course list to order your textbooks online on the MBS bookstore.

School Supplies

During the first week of class, teachers will give students instructions if specific supplies are needed for the year. Please arrive on the first day of school with basic note taking supplies.

Technology Accounts and Logins 

Student Login and Email

We use several software products to ensure your student has the tools to be productive and successful in their coursework. For file storage and communication, we use the Google GSuite platform. Your child will be provided an account on our Google platform for email and access to our other software tools. Students will have a file storage space for their coursework on this platform as well. New students will be provided this information at student check-in. Returning students will use the same account they used last year.

Schoology

In addition to the tools provided on Google, we use Schoology as our Learning Management System. Schoology contains most, if not all, of the information from your students’ teachers. Students will use their Google credentials to log into this platform.
As a parent, you also have access to Schoology. Your username is the email address you have on file with Valor (most likely where you received this communication). For first time parents, click the link that says, “Forgot my password.” You will be able to create your password to log into the system. Returning parents would use the same login they used last year. 
Magnus
Please attempt to complete your Magnus entry or updates no later than August 15. Should you have difficulty with entry of your information please contact Rochelle Miller for assistance so that we can provide your student with all they need prior to start school. Delays in completing your Magnus information may lead to your student's inability to obtain a class schedule or student ID as necessary.

Getting Help

All of us in the technology team at Valor welcome you as a part of our family. At check-in, your student will receive a website they can use to ensure they can log in to all of the essential systems we have set up for their success. If you or your child have a problem accessing any of our technology systems at any time, we are here to help. Please email us at helpdesk@valorchristian.com, and we will be glad to assist you. 

Parking and Drop Off

Drop Off and Pick Up Map

Review the traffic flow for drop off and pick up during the school day.

Schoolpool Carpooling

This year, we have partnered with Way to Go to offer Schoolpool, a secure program that will connect you with neighboring Valor families to help you find carpooling options. Learn more and complete online registration to use Schoolpool.

Parking

Parents of junior and senior students must complete the parking registration form in Magnus in order for their student to receive a parking permit sticker. Sophomores will not be issued a parking permit sticker the first semester, but parents can email Rochelle Miller to request a hardship exemption. If your student does not receive a parking permit in their student packet on check-in day, please have them see Mrs. Miller in Room 210 to pick up the sticker during the first week of school.

Dress Guidelines

Review and comply with the most updated dress guidelines for the 2020-2021 school year. 

Building Access

All Valor buildings are locked 24/7. Students need their Student Identification/access cards in order to enter all buildings on campus. Cards are activated for building access from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Students are unable to access Valor buildings prior to 7:00 am. Access cards are meant to enhance the safety of our school.

Student IDs and Lanyards

Valor’s singular focus has been upon the health and wellness of our students for the upcoming school year. As such, we have been hard at work preparing our campus and developing our Return to School plans and protocols. Last school year we required that all staff were to wear their lanyards with visible ID at all times to ensure that any adult on our campus could be easily identified as a visitor or staff member. We will now be expanding this direction to include our students. Students will be given a lanyard in their check-in packet. They should attach their student ID to the lanyard and wear it at all times while they are on campus during the school day. This is another enhanced safety and security measure. We appreciate your partnership in keeping our students safe.

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Missing Check-In or the First Day of School?

Contact the front desk at 303.471.3000.

Additional Questions? Contact Sheila Beckie.