Valor Preparatory Academy

Dia Del Knights was the perfect way to kick off summer!

Students spent the day playing games, making memories, and enjoying time together in their fun tie-dye shirts. The biggest highlights of the day were our huge tug-of-war competition and watching our Grammar School students line up for their chance to dunk Mr. Kanawyer in the dunk tank.

It was a celebration of another great year at Valor and a reminder of how special it is when our community comes together.

We hope everyone is having a wonderful summer so far! We already look forward to having this much fun on campus again soon!

This week, our administrative team gathered for Summer Strategic Planning as we prayerfully prepared for the 2026–2027 school year.

One of the most meaningful moments of our time together was praying by name over each of the 550 students enrolled for next year.

We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to shepherd each student and family the Lord brings to Valor, and we look forward with excitement and expectation for all He has in store for the 2026–2027 school year.

We hope everyone is enjoying a fun and restful first week of summer!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Ruthie Funderburk…

Ruthie has been a student at Valor since 2023 and is a member of the house of Sekel, the house of prudence. Ruthie has run for Valor on the Cross Country and Track teams and has participated in many Valor Theatre productions. She has also served in student congress as a vice president and a games master.

Ruthie is very appreciative of all the teachers, coaches, and students who have poured into her and is beyond grateful for the sweet friendships she’s gotten to have these past three years at Valor.

In the fall, Ruthie will attend John Brown University where she will study Elementary Education and Psychology.

We are so proud of you, Ruthie!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Seth Flowers…

Seth has been a Valor student since 2022 and is a member of the house of Kiasi, the house of temperance. During his time at Valor, Seth played football, basketball and ran track and participated in Valor theatre productions.

While a student at Valor, Seth enjoyed the deep friendships, the sports team camaraderie, and the discipline he learned from rigorous academics and daily pushing himself in sports.

Seth will be attending Texas A&M University in the fall to pursue his study of Engineering.

We are so proud of you, Seth!!!!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Anna Kate McFarling…

Anna Kate has attended Valor for 11 years. She has served as Head of the House of Kiasi, the House of Temperance. In her time at Valor, Anna Kate has been involved in cheer, golf, theater, leading worship, and speaking.

She has been passionate about nurturing the culture of Valor and encouraging younger students in their journey. Outside of school, Anna Kate is an active equestrian and animal lover. She has competed in many areas of the horse world and enjoys learning about all aspects of animal care and training. She aims to bring a joyful spirit into any activity.

Anna Kate will attend Baylor in the fall and will take many important lessons from Valor with her into the world.

We are so proud of you, Anna Kate!!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Bennett Herman…

Bennett has been at Valor since year 1 starting at 1st grade and is a member of the house of Adalet, the house of justice. He’s loved his time at Valor and has had the opportunity to grow as a student and enjoy many of Valor’s sports- basketball, football and golf being the main ones. He’s learned so much from his teachers and coaches.

In th fall, Bennett is planning to take a year at MCC and to work and then transfer into Baylor and pursue the business school.

We are so proud of you, Bennett!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Glory Clair Harris…

Glory has been a student at Valor since 2nd grade and has served as the Senior Adviser in the house of Ausardia, the house of courage. She has played many seasons on Valor volleyball teams and served on the Events Team of Student Congress. She has especially enjoyed volunteering with Mission Waco and going on missions trips to Uganda and Mexico City.

Glory said, "The Europe trip, literature classes, Student Congress, and D-groups, have been deeply formative for me and are some of my favorite experiences during my time at Valor."

Glory will be attending Baylor University in the fall as a part of the Honors College BIC program, with a focus on psychology.

We are so proud of you, Glory!!

Today’s Senior Spotlight shines on Bear Griesemer…

Bear Griesemer has been a Valor Knight since the school opened in 2014 and is a member of the House of Kiasi, the house of temperance. During his time at Valor, he served as the quarterback of the Varsity football team, helping lead the Knights to a state championship while earning MVP honors and being named Super Centex Player of the Year. In addition to football, he made multiple playoff appearances with the basketball team, competed in golf at the state level, and served the student body as a Senior Adviser & Games Master.

Some of his favorite classes at Valor have been Advanced Junior Thesis and Advanced British Literature with Dr. Escobar. Reflecting on his experience, he is especially grateful for the way the staff, teachers, and coaches poured into him throughout his years at Valor, helping shape him both on and off the field.

Outside of school, he enjoys staying active through golf, running and working out.

This fall, he will attend the University of Texas at Austin, where he will major in Civics Honors.

We are so proud of you, Bear!!