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Around The Nest October 9, 2026

Posted Date: 10/09/26 (04:00 PM)
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Seven students rehearse a play on a small indoor stage, holding scripts.

School Holiday – Monday, October 12

Valley View ISD will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, for a school holiday. There will be no school for students or staff.

Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 13, at regular times.
 

Spirit Day – Camo Day!

Eagle Nation, it's time to go undercover! Friday, October 16, is Camo Day at Valley View ISD!

Break out your camouflage and show your Eagle spirit as we gear up for Friday night football. Let's see that Eagle Pride, even if you're dressed to blend in!
 

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us!

We’re wrapping up Hispanic Heritage Month with four fun dress-up days celebrating culture, traditions, and community!

 Reminder: No school on Monday, October 12.

Tuesday, Oct. 13 – Vaqueros
Wednesday, Oct. 14 – Mi Cultura – Wear traditional Hispanic attire or flag colors.
Thursday, Oct. 15 – Fútbol – Represent your favorite soccer team.
Friday, Oct. 16 – Rosa para las Mujeres – Wear pink.

We can’t wait to see our Eagles join in the celebration!
 
A stylized graphic featuring the word "VATRE" in bold, cartoonish letters with a transparent background.

VVISD VATRE Public Information Meetings

Valley View ISD will hold public information meetings about the November 3, 2026 Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE).

Each meeting will include information about Proposition A. Community members can also submit questions to the District using a question form.

VATRE Public Information Meetings
Tuesday, October 13 — 6:00 PM
Wednesday, October 14 — 6:00 PM
Thursday, October 15 — 6:00 PM 
Tentative location: Valley View High School Library

We will confirm the location for the October 13–15 meetings before the meetings.
 
A promotional flyer for Red River Promise FAFSA Night at Valley View High School on 10/15/26, featuring event details, required documents, and a smiling student holding a college folder.

FAFSA Night at Valley View High School!

Planning for college? Join us for FAFSA Night and get help preparing for the 2027–2028 FAFSA application.

Thursday, October 15
 5:30–7:00 PM
 Valley View High School

Before FAFSA Night:
Students and parents should create their FSA IDs at least 3 days before the event.

Please bring:
✓ Student and parent Social Security numbers
✓ 2025 tax returns and W-2s
✓ Personal email addresses
✓ A list of colleges you’re considering, including NCTC

Come prepared and get a head start on an important step in the college financial aid process!
 
A colorful Red Ribbon Week flyer for Valley View ISD listing daily dress-up themes from Monday to Friday.

Red Ribbon Week: Make a Difference. Be a Hero.

Red Ribbon Week is October 26–30! Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide celebration that encourages students to make healthy, safe choices and live drug-free.

We’re celebrating all week with fun dress-up days that remind our Eagles that their choices matter!

Monday, October 26: Wear Red
Tuesday, October 27: Wear Crazy Socks
Wednesday, October 28: Wear Yellow
Thursday, October 29: Wear Workout Attire
Friday, October 30: Dress as Your Favorite Book or Movie Character

We can’t wait to see our Eagles join in and Make a Difference. Be a Hero.
 

Support Our Eagles Through a Yearbook Ad

Local businesses can showcase their business while supporting Valley View High School students by purchasing an ad in this year’s yearbook. Proceeds from ad sales help support the school’s yearbook program.

Color ad options range from $50 for a 1/8-page ad to $400 for a full-page ad. Businesses can select their ad size, upload photos, and create their ad online.

Order deadline: November 13, 2026
Use the information and QR code below to get started. We appreciate our local businesses for supporting our Eagles!
Purchase Your Business Ad Today!
Purchase Your Yearbook Here!
Share Your Photos!
 
An informational flyer titled Start Strong, End Strong promotes a 4-part series on building skills from early childhood to adulthood.

Grow Strong: From Skills to Self-Advocacy

November 11, 2026 • 11:00 a.m. • via Zoom

Elementary–Middle School

As children grow, the goal shifts from doing for them to doing with them. Learn practical ways to increase student voice, choice, responsibility, and self-advocacy at home and in the IEP—and how to begin helping students understand their strengths, needs, and goals.
Register Here!
 
Image of a school lunch on a table.

What's For Lunch

Wondering what’s on the menu? Take a peek at this week’s breakfast and lunch choices! Don’t forget—all VVISD students enjoy free breakfast and lunch through the CEP grant.
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Upcoming Events

  • October 12 - School Holiday 
  • October 13-16 - VVISD Hispanic Heritage Celebration
  • October 13 - VATRE Public Meeting
  • October 14 - VATRE Public Meeting
  • October 15 - VATRE Public Meeting
  • October 19 - School Board Meeting
  • October 26 - 30 - Red Ribbon Week
  • October 27 - PTO Meeting
  • October 30 - End of the 2nd Six Weeks
  • October 30 - Elementary Halloween Parties
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Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us through Dialogue AI.

  • (940) 726-3659
  • www.vvisd.net
  • www.vvisd.net/calendar
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