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Valor christian academy5/28/2023 ![]() ![]() The group has sent the school a list of demands that focuses on accountability and systemic change. Recently, students, alumni and former faculty have recounted stories alleging discrimination, punishment, bullying, harassment, and ostracism of students and teachers who are LGBTQ+, including a “disregard of the Valor community’s safety and mental health as a direct result of the school’s policies,” according to a letter sent last week to the school’s board and faculty by the nonprofit Valor For Change. Others, however, disputed the characterization of Valor Christian as welcoming, safe and affirming for all students. “I commend all our Blue Ribbon honorees for working to keep students healthy and safe while meeting their academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs.” Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said in recognizing 325 schools nationwide. “This year’s cohort of honorees demonstrates what is possible when committed educators and school leaders create vibrant, welcoming, and affirming school cultures where rich teaching and learning can flourish,” U.S. Schools are also recognized for creating safe, welcoming and affirming environments, according to a U.S. It completed its review process in June, according to a U.S. CAPE must make sure schools reach a certain threshold for test scores and other criteria. Public schools are nominated by a state’s chief state school officer and private schools are nominated by the Council of American Private Education. Department of Education and recognizes high-achieving schools and those that close achievement gaps among students. The designation is the highest honor given by the U.S. Valor Christian High School - a private school in Highlands Ranch that recently attracted national attention after a volleyball coach said he was pushed out for being gay - has been named as one of six National Blue-Ribbon Schools in Colorado by the U.S.
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