Today in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth we celebrate Serena Williams. Widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, Serena has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most by any player in the Open Era, and the second-most of all time behind Margaret Court (24). The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) ranked her singles world No. 1 on eight separate occasions between 2002 and 2017. She is the only American player, male or female, to win more than 20 majors. She and her sister Venus are the only tennis players in history with four Olympic gold medals, as well as the only ones to win Olympic gold in the same event on three occasions. At the 2012 Summer Olympics, Williams became only the third player to win Olympic gold medals in both singles and doubles at one Olympic Games. Williams is the only player, male or female, to accomplish a Career Golden Slam in both singles and doubles.
In 2021, she was ranked 28th on Forbes' World's Highest-Paid Athletes list. In terms of career prize money, she stands as the highest-earning woman athlete of all time.
In 2021, she was ranked 28th on Forbes' World's Highest-Paid Athletes list. In terms of career prize money, she stands as the highest-earning woman athlete of all time.
The Booster Club is hosting a Trivia Night on March 6, 2026 at Andres South on Telegraph Road. This is a new location! Please support our student groups and join us for this fun event! Visit www.vpschools.org/trivia for more information and to sign up! #VPPride
Tune in to the newest episode of Voices. This episode is all about Kindergarten - Join Dr. Dilg and Elementary Assistant Principal Kaily Butz, along with kindergarteners Colt, Hank and Ariah, as they chat about what makes Kindergarten such a big and exciting start. Kindergarten and Early Childhood registration opens today! Listen in at www.vpschools.org/voices #VPPride
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
It’s National School Counselors Week! 💙🧡 This week, we’re celebrating the caring professionals who show up every day as listeners, problem-solvers, and cheerleaders for our students. From helping students work through big feelings to planning for big futures, their impact reaches far beyond the classroom. A huge thank you to our School Counselors, School Psychologist, School Social Worker, and Youth In Need Counselors who support our students day in and day out. We’re so grateful for all you do. 💫 #VPPride #NSCW2026
Today, in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor Louis Armstrong. Louis Armstrong, nicknamed "Satchmo," "Pops" and, later, "Ambassador Satch," was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. An all-star virtuoso, he came to prominence in the 1920s, influencing countless musicians with both his daring trumpet style and unique vocals.
Armstrong's charismatic stage presence impressed not only the jazz world but all of popular music. He recorded several songs throughout his career, including he is known for songs like "Star Dust," "La Vie En Rose" and "What a Wonderful World."
Since his death, Armstrong's stature has only continued to grow. In the 1980s and '90s, younger African American jazz musicians like Wynton Marsalis, Jon Faddis and Nicholas Payton began speaking about Armstrong's importance, both as a musician and a human being.
A series of new biographies on Armstrong made his role as a civil rights pioneer abundantly clear and, subsequently, argued for an embrace of his entire career's output, not just the revolutionary recordings from the 1920s.
Armstrong's charismatic stage presence impressed not only the jazz world but all of popular music. He recorded several songs throughout his career, including he is known for songs like "Star Dust," "La Vie En Rose" and "What a Wonderful World."
Since his death, Armstrong's stature has only continued to grow. In the 1980s and '90s, younger African American jazz musicians like Wynton Marsalis, Jon Faddis and Nicholas Payton began speaking about Armstrong's importance, both as a musician and a human being.
A series of new biographies on Armstrong made his role as a civil rights pioneer abundantly clear and, subsequently, argued for an embrace of his entire career's output, not just the revolutionary recordings from the 1920s.
Last night’s Board of Education meeting gave us plenty to celebrate! 🎉 We recognized our Athletes of the Month, Jake Sieges (Boys Basketball) and Peyton Whitney (Girls Basketball, not pictured), and honored our VPMS VIP Students, Lilly Holmes and Alivia McGowen. Hawk Pride was definitely on full display. Congratulations to all! 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity
After a rough snowstorm, our maintenance team jumped in and worked hard to clear our parking lots and get everything ready for school. Cold temps and a lot of effort made it possible for students and staff to arrive safely. We appreciate you more than you know! 💙🧡 #VPPride
The Booster Club is hosting a Trivia Night on March 6, 2026 at Andres South on Telegraph Road. Please support our student groups and join us for this fun event! Visit www.vpschools.org/trivia for more information and to sign up! #VPPride
Due to winter weather conditions across the region and ongoing travel considerations throughout the county, Valley Park School District will be closed one more day on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Due to winter weather, the Valley Park School District will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. This is a traditional snow day. Be safe and stay warm. #VPPride
Due to the forecasted inclement weather and frigid temperatures, and out of an abundance of caution, the Homecoming Dance scheduled for tomorrow (Sat., Jan. 24) has been postponed.
📅 New Date: Saturday, Jan. 31
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
Stay safe and warm! 💙🧡
📅 New Date: Saturday, Jan. 31
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
Stay safe and warm! 💙🧡
Winter weather is here! ❄️ With changing conditions comes the possibility of school closures. If this occurs, parents, students and the community will be informed through Infinite Campus, the VPSD website, local news outlets and social media. Stay safe and warm, Valley Park! #VPPride
❄️ Friendly reminder for our Hawks! ❄️With winter weather and colder temps in the forecast, please help students dress warmly for their trip to and from school. Coats, hats and gloves go a long way! 🧥🧤🧣💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #VPPride
🎶❄️ What a wonderful night of music at our Winter Band Concert! Our middle and high school band students filled the room with talent, teamwork and winter spirit. Thank you to our families and community for coming out to support these incredible musicians. We’re proud of the hard work they’ve put in and the progress they continue to make! Check out the photos here: www.vpschools.org/bandpics 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity #LimitlessLearning
Big news for Valley Park! 🎉 We’re partnering with Beckwood Press Company to help launch a St. Louis County Youth Apprenticeship Accelerator, expanding apprenticeship opportunities for high school students starting January 2026. This program will connect students with real-world experience, employability skills and future careers in advanced manufacturing. Read more here: https://www.vpschools.org/article/2640384💙🧡#VPPride #OneCommunity #LimitlessLearning
This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, 1/19/26 for students in Early Childhood - 12th grade in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Day. Additionally, all district offices are closed. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, 1/20/26. #VPPride
A huge thank you to Benchmark Complete Auto Care in Valley Park for sponsoring our Best Buddies club! Their generous support helped provide shirts for every club member, spreading our message of belonging and inclusion throughout our school and community. We’re so grateful for their partnership. Thanks, Benchmark! #VPPride #OneCommunity
Join us for our Secondary Band Concert on January 15 in the Valley Park Field House. The concert kicks off at 6:30 pm, and you won’t want to miss it. Our middle and high school band students have been putting in the work, and this is their moment to shine. See you there! 🎺💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity #LimitlessLearning
