High School

Congratulations to these students for qualifying for the 2026 Missouri State Leadership Conference! 🎉 They’ll head to Rolla, MO next month to compete and represent Valley Park. Great job! 💙🧡 #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! 💙🧡

FCCLA is making a big impact through their Chapter Service Project: the Care Closet! 💙🧡 Students are organizing the space, spreading awareness to support more families, and tracking progress with survey data. Shoutout to freshmen Daisy, Alex & Mark for jumping in! 👏✨ #VPPride

The History of Slavery in St. Louis and Missouri traveling exhibit, created by the National Park Service’s Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, helps students explore local history and how it fits into the broader story of our nation. The exhibit looks at how historical events shaped our region and provides important context for understanding the past.
Mr. Keough learned about this exhibit while attending the Missouri Council for History Education Conference in St. Louis and brought the experience back to his Civil War class. Opportunities like this allow students to engage with history in a meaningful way, building knowledge, perspective and critical thinking skills. #VPPride

Students in our Criminal Law course wrapped up the semester with a mock trial that brought the justice system to life. As a capstone project, they stepped into courtroom roles as attorneys, witnesses and legal teams, tackling serious cases like first-degree murder and criminal hazing. With faculty and staff serving as the jury, students analyzed evidence, built legal strategies and presented their cases like true professionals. This hands-on experience strengthened critical thinking, teamwork and public speaking skills. 👏⚖️ See all the photos here: www.vpschools.org/law #VPPride #LimitlessLearning #FutureReady

❄️🎨 Our Art II and Printmaking students took their creativity on the road! Yesterday they headed to Twin Oaks City Hall from to paint a Winter Wonderland across the building’s windows. What a great way for our artists to share their talent with the community and help spread a little seasonal magic. 💙🧡 #VPPride #OneCommunity

🎨💙 Our Spanish III students got extra creative this week while learning about famous Hispanic artists. After studying their styles, students rolled up their sleeves and made their own Play-Doh statue masterpieces inspired by the artwork.
Swipe through to see the mini masterpieces. 💙🧡 #LimitlessLearning #VPPride

FCCLA, HOSA, and Heritage Club are excited to announce the launch of our district-wide Food Drive, which runs through November 21. Schools are encouraged to turn up the excitement with friendly competitions. Each school will receive a collection box. Let’s work together to make a big impact! #VPPride

Seniors Isabel Inman and Jermisha Lewis were chosen to represent Valley Park in the All District Choir this fall! Students from all over St. Louis County auditioned in early October at Parkway South, performing a solo from the required music list and sight-reading a short piece. Those with top scores earned a spot in the District 5 Honor Choir, which performed at Pattonville High School on Saturday, November 8. Huge congratulations to Izzy and Jermisha for shining so brightly! 💙🧡

Congratulations to our Adventure Pursuits students who earned their Missouri Boating License Certification! Last Thursday, students spent the day on campus participating in a hands-on certification course led by the Missouri State Water Patrol. From safety rules to navigation skills, they dove into real-world learning that connects directly to their Adventure Pursuits curriculum. Testing occurred yesterday, and we’re so proud of these students for taking on the challenge and gaining a skill that will serve them well beyond the classroom! 🌊🧡 #LimitlessLearning #VPPride

VPSD Care Closet will be available Wednesday for any community members who may need gently used clothing items, coats, or toiletries. Please stop by the middle school lobby to find a coat to get your through the upcoming colder months.
If you have questions or need specific items, please reach out to your building counselor. #VPPride #OneCampus

🎭 Imagination takes the spotlight in our new Creative Arts class! Students have written and performed murder mysteries, brought vignettes to life, and are now creating original monologues around a shared theme. They even took their creativity on the road to see The Woman in Black at The Rep Theater! ✨ #LimitlessLearning #VPPride

🍪 Healthy never tasted so sweet! Our Culinary I students took on a delicious challenge this week—creating a sweet snack that’s low in sugar, high in fiber, and full of flavor! Each group researched, developed, and prepared their recipe in the food lab, then topped it off with creative packaging and a one-minute pitch to the judges. The panel was ready to taste and rate! Kitchen 5, Brayden, Gavin and Steven were crowned the winners with their Strawberry Banana Bread! 😋👩‍🍳#LimitlessLearning #VPPride

📸 Our students represented VPSD at the Fall Leadership Conference in Columbia, MO on the 12th–13th! Proud of their leadership, learning, and teamwork! 💙🧡 #VPPride #LimitlessLearning

Our students didn’t just learn about Hispanic culture, they experienced it through art! 💀 Spanish III students decorated colorful Day of the Dead sugar cookies and 🧵 Spanish I students teamed up to create vibrant yarn paintings (ojo de Dios style!) Active learning and cultural exploration made the experience meaningful and memorable.🧡💙 #LimitlessLearning #VPPride

🚍✨ Our sophomore class is headed to South Tech last week. This visit gives students a chance to explore hands-on learning opportunities, discover career pathways and get inspired about their future options. It’s all about opening doors and helping them see what’s possible after high school. #LimitlessLearning #VPPride

🎒 Our Back-to-School Newsletter is packed with everything you need to kick off the year strong. Important dates, tips and more! 💙🧡📬 If you missed it in your mailbox, no worries, it’s online now! 🛍️ And don’t forget: Tax-Free Weekend is happening THIS weekend!👉 www.vpschools.org/btsnews #VPPride #LimitlessLearning

⏰ 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

💤 It's time to reset your sleep schedule. Trust us, 7:40 a.m. feels way different after summer break. Start easing into that school wake-up time now so the first day doesn’t hit like a truck. 😴⏰#VPPride #LimitlessLearning