About the School
Valor Collegiate Academies is a charter management organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, founded in 2014. It operates three public, tuition-free college preparatory charter schools for students in grades 5 through 12. The organization is recognized for its "diverse-by-design" model, serving a varied student population, with around 65% qualifying for Free or Reduced Lunch. Valor consistently ranks in the top 5% of Tennessee schools for academic growth and achievement. The educational approach at Valor is centered around the Compass Human Development Model, which integrates rigorous academics with social-emotional learning. This model emphasizes four core areas: academic instruction, social-emotional development, character work, and self-directed learning. Valor also provides professional development programs for educators across the U.S., focusing on implementing their comprehensive educational framework. With plans for future expansion, Valor aims to serve a larger student popul