Valor Collegiate Academies, Nashville, TN

Valor Collegiate Academies believe that teaching and learning changes when students make a commitment to each other. The charter organization serves grades 5-12 in Nashville, Tennessee. Students feel validated and supported by their teachers and peers living out the four guiding principles behind the blended, competency-based, personalized learning model of Valor Collegiate Academies, are: 1. Reflect the diversity of our country and local community. 2. Meet students' unique academic and non-academic needs. 3. Leverage a strong school community to create self-directed learners. 4. Develop a new approach for selecting, training, and retaining great teachers.

School Type

Charter/Magnet

School Context

Middle School, High School

Dimensions

• Outcomes: Sharp minds, big hearts; Rigorous academics with human development at the core
• Learner Experience: High academic expectations with strong supports ensure deep content knowledge and college readiness
• Competency & Credentialing: Traditional cohorts and academic reporting: Competency-based SEL
• Wellness: Compass Circles promote mindfulness and SEL skills
• Equity: Diverse by design; Equitable and inclusive community
• Professional Learning: Focus on sustainable operations
• Strategy: Scaling impact through through Compass training
• Partnerships: 52 schools using Compass

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