🍂 Fall sports are almost here, and we can't wait to cheer on our Hawks! From the first pitch to the final whistle, there's nothing like a home game at Valley Park. Mark your calendars, wear your blue and orange, and come out to support our student-athletes at this season's home games. Let's pack the stands and show our #VPPride! 🦅💙🧡 #OneCommunity #LimitlessLearning Visit www.vpschools.org/athletics for all the game info!

⏰ Back-to-School = Back to Good Habits! Whether you’re in elementary, middle, or high school, showing up on time and ready makes a big difference. ✅ Elementary: Confidence starts with being on time and fueling up and yes, even a banana counts! 🎒 Middle School: Less stress, more success. Attendance boosts grades and friendships. 🗓️ High School: Every class counts. Prep the night before and set yourself up to win the day. Let’s make every day count, Hawks! 💙🧡 #VPPride #LimitlessLearning

We can't wait to welcome back our Hawks on August 24, 2026! Check out this to do list and visit www.vpschools.org/backtoschool for all the information you need for the first day! See you next month! #VPPride

Valley Park is still enrolling for Early Childhood & Kindergarten programs! 👶 Early Childhood (ages 3–5): Half-day & full-day 🎓 Kindergarten: Free full-day for kids turning 5 by July 31, come grow with us! 📲 www.vpschools.org/ecc 📲 www.vpschools.org/kindergarten#VPPride

🎒 Back-to-School is coming, are you ready? Whether you're a Little Hawk, middle schooler or high schooler, now's the time to set yourself up for success!
⏰ Start adjusting your sleep schedule so those early mornings don’t feel so rough.
🎯 Set a few simple goals - like showing up on time or staying organized.
📓 Double-check your backpack, supplies and routine so the first day feels familiar, not frantic.
Let’s make Day 1 feel like Day 10. You've got this, Hawks! 💙🧡

🎒 Incoming kindergarten families, mark your calendars! 🖍️ Kindergarten Jumpstart starts a month from today! This special event helps our newest learners feel comfortable, confident and excited for their first day of school. Stay tuned for more details! 💙🧡 #VPPride #KindergartenReady #ClassOf2039

🎉 Congratulations to Sarah Newton, Middle School ELA teacher, on an incredible achievement! After being named Valley Park School District Teacher of the Year, Sarah has now been selected as one of just 10 educators in the St. Louis region to receive the Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year award. This prestigious recognition celebrates Sarah's outstanding dedication to students, excellence in teaching and positive impact on our school community. As a regional honoree, she is now eligible to apply for the 2027 Missouri State Teacher of the Year award. We are so proud of Sarah and grateful for the difference she makes every day for our students. 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity #LimitlessLearning

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Valley Park School District! Today, we celebrate the values of freedom, unity and community. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday with family and friends. 💙❤️ #VPPride #OneCommunity

🎒 Incoming kindergarten families, mark your calendars! 🖍️ Kindergarten Jumpstart is coming soon! This special event helps our newest learners feel comfortable, confident and excited for their first day of school. Stay tuned for more details! 💙🧡 #VPPride #KindergartenReady

📣 Valley Park families, it's time for your Annual Update! Online Registration is open through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Visit www.vpschools.org/olr to get started. Please take a few minutes to review and update your family's information by August 1, 2026. Keeping your information current helps us communicate effectively and ensures we're ready for a successful start to the new school year. Thank you for helping us prepare for another amazing year of learning, growth and #VPPride! 💙🧡#OneCommunity

2026-2027 Registrations for Valley Park Early Childhood Center and Kindergarten are now open! Visit www.vpschools.org/onlineregistration to register your child for our full-day, tuition-free kindergarten program and www.vpschools.org/eccreg to register your child for our Early Childhood Program. If you have questions, please contact the district registrar at mcoates@vpschools.org or (636) 923-3664. #VPPride #KindergartenClassOf2039

☀️ Summer’s here and we want to see what you’re up to! Whether you're traveling, reading in a hammock, splashing at the pool or hitting the field for some summer sports, we’d love a peek! 🏖️📚⚽Drop a photo or comment and show us how you’re making the most of summer break! 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity

Happy Juneteenth ❤️🖤💚
June 19, also known as Freedom Day, marks the end of slavery in the United States. On this day in 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom.

Now recognized as a federal holiday, Juneteenth is often called America’s second Independence Day.

Learn more:
https://nmaahc.si.edu/juneteenth
https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/what-juneteenth
#VPPride

We are proud to celebrate Gavin for being named one of Missouri's "Most Positive" student-athletes through the Positive Athlete program!
Selected from more than 6,400 nominations representing over 440 high schools across the state, this recognition honors student-athletes who demonstrate positivity, leadership, character and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
Congratulations, Gavin, on this incredible achievement and for representing Valley Park with pride! 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity

📚 Reading doesn't only happen at school! This summer, we want to see where your books take you. Whether you're reading by the pool, at the park, on vacation, in a fort, or curled up on the couch, share a photo of your favorite summer reading spot in the comments. Let's show everyone that learning and imagination continue all summer long! ☀️📖
#LimitlessLearning #VPPride #SummerReading

2026-2027 Registrations for Valley Park Early Childhood Center and Kindergarten are now open! Visit www.vpschools.org/onlineregistration to register your child for our full-day, tuition-free kindergarten program and www.vpschools.org/eccreg to register your child for our Early Childhood Program. If you have questions, please contact the district registrar at mcoates@vpschools.org or (636) 923-3664. #VPPride #KindergartenClassOf2039

Last night’s Board of Education meeting gave us plenty to celebrate! 🎉 We recognized our Athletes of the Month, Matthew Bell (Baseball) and Zynell Childs (Track), honored our VPES VIP Students, Tallulah, Peyton and Bentley, and celebrated our talented secondary choirs for their outstanding performances and award-winning accomplishments this year. Congratulations to all of our students for representing Valley Park with excellence, leadership and #VPPride! 💙🧡 #OneCommunity

A huge thank you to the Fenton Masonic Lodge #281 for their generosity in covering overdue lunch balances for students in our district. 💙🧡 Acts of kindness like this help support families and remind us of the power of community. We are grateful for our community partners who continue to invest in and care for our students. Thank you for making a difference! #OneCommunity #VPPride

There’s still time to sign up for Youth Summer Sports Camps at Valley Park! ☀️⚾🏀 Don’t miss out on a great opportunity for kids to stay active, build skills, and have fun with friends this summer. Spots are filling up, secure yours today! #GoHawks www.vpschools.org/athletics