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Student News December 1st - December 5th

There will be a boys lacrosse player & parent meeting on Tuesday, December 2nd, from 6:00-7:00 pm in the cafeteria.

Student News November 17th - November 21th 

Congratulations to the following DECA students who competed in the District level of competition yesterday in Knoxville, TN, and will compete in February at State in Chattanooga:

Aubree Foster - Principles of Business Management

Noelle Harper - Sports and Entertainment Marketing Series

Ellis VanDyke - Apparel and Accessories Marketing Series

Anna Ludwig and Bryanna Kent - Sports and Entertainment Marketing Team Decision Making

Thank you to all DECA students who competed in this year’s District competition. We’re all so proud of your hard work!

 

-The deadline has been extended: To apply for GAPP 2026! If you're interested in learning how to travel to Germany this summer and have your own German partner, please bring a parent to the informational meeting tonight, November 17th, at 5:30 in Mrs. Rudy's Room G111.

Student News November 10th - November 14th 

The next meeting for the World Language Club is Thursday, November 13th. The focus for this meeting is Spanish Culture. We will be making Papel Picador. You should receive a Hall Pass. Please continue to turn in your dues to Ms Holman in B106. Come and enjoy the fun!!! 

Flag football tryouts will begin, Thursday, Nov 13. Tryouts will be held on the turf from 4-5pm. See Coach Pope or Mrs. Barnes with any questions.

🇩🇪 Great News! GAPP 2026 Deadline Extended! 🇩🇪

Want to spend this summer in Germany and gain an international exchange partner?

Don't miss the mandatory informational meeting!

  • When: Monday, November 17th at 5:30 PM

  • Where: Mrs. Rudy's Room (G111)

  • Who: Students must bring a parent or guardian.

-A representative from ETSU will be set up in the cafeteria during lunch on Thursday, November 13th.  If you’ve been accepted to ETSU or are interested in attending, stop by their table to learn more about what they have to offer.

 

Student News November 4th - November 7th 

-Flag football tryouts that were originally scheduled to start today have been postponed. Tryouts will now be held on November 13th and November 20th. See Coach Pope or Mrs. Barnes with any questions.

-The football game for this Friday, 11/7, has been moved to Thursday 11/6, evening

-Students, do you need service hours?  North Lee Elementary is seeking volunteers to assist with their fall festival next Saturday, November 8, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.  If you are interested, contact information is available on the front counter in the main office. 

-Rehearsals for the spring musical begin this week. If you are a part of the cast of "The Prince of Egypt" please check your school email for an email from Mr. Rowland about this week's rehearsals including the first read-through, which is today from 3:45 - 6:00 in the choir room.

-All students who applied to be crew members for the spring musical, The Prince of Egypt, should go to the choir room at the end of the day to pick up a teacher recommendation form. If you have questions, see Mrs. Limburg in B111.

-Seniors, the senior 2026 photo will be taken on Tuesday, November 4 at 11:20 am at the stadium. 

Student News October 27th - October 31st

- Students, do you need service hours?  North Lee Elementary is seeking volunteers to assist with their fall festival next Saturday, November 8, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.  If you are interested, contact information is available on the front counter in the main office. 

- The 2025 Food Drive begins next Monday, and collections will be taken during 1st block. As always, the winning class will receive a free breakfast so start planning your strategy today and let's make this a big year for Walker Valley's contributions!

Student News October 20th - October 24th

-Attention World Languages Club members! The October meeting is next Thursday, October 30th in the Media Center. The emphasis for this meeting will be German Culture. Make plans to attend.

-Today is the day! Auditions for the spring musical, The Prince of Egypt, begin today at 3:45 p.m. Auditions are on a first come, first served basis and we want to see YOU there. Scan the QR code in the hall before or after school to access audition materials! If you sing, act, dance, do all three, or have no experience in any, we want you to audition! There is a place for everyone in spring musical! 

-Monday – Kickoff for Digital Citizenship: This week is Digital Citizenship Week — a time to think about how we act, share, and connect online. Remember, everything you post is a reflection of who you are, so make it positive and purposeful.

-Tuesday – Think Before You Post: Before you post, text, or comment, take a second to think: Is it true? Is it kind? Is it something you’d say face-to-face? Once something is online, it can be shared or saved forever.

-Wednesday – Be Kind Online: Words have power — both online and in person. Choose kindness in comments, messages, and posts, because you never know what someone else is going through.

 

-Thursday-Protect Your Privacy: Be smart about what you share online. Keep personal info such as your address, passwords, and school details private, and only connect with people you know and trust.

 

Student News October 13th - October 17th

-Tennis Tryouts will be held on Thursday, October 23.  Girls' tryouts will be from 4:00-5:15 pm and boys will try out from 5:30-6:45 pm. 

-There will be an informational meeting on Monday, October 20 from 3:45-4:00 in the cafeteria for anyone interested in trying out for the archery team.

-Colleges and universities will be visiting throughout the year during lunch to share information and answer questions about their programs. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will be in the cafeteria today during lunch, and the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, is scheduled to visit on Friday, October 17th. Be sure to stop by during lunch to learn more about what these schools have to offer! 

-Tennis Tryouts will be held on Thursday, October 23.  Girls' tryouts will be from 4:00-5:15 pm and boys will try out from 5:30-6:45 pm.  

-Calling all actors, singers, dancers, and everything in between!  Following the award-winning spring 2025 musical, Newsies, It is time for auditions for this year’s spring musical, “The Prince of Egypt!” Auditions are next Monday and Tuesday after school. You just need to pick one day to audition. Auditions are on a first come first served basis. You do not need to sign up for an audition time. Just scan the QR code on the posters in the hallways before or after school for audition materials. Please see Mr. Rowland in the Choir Room if you have ANY questions!

 

Seniors' Superlative Results:

  • Mr. Walker Valley: Roman Eulo 
  • Mrs. Walker Valley: Peyton Hogan
  • Best All Around Male: Mitch Brown 
  • Best All Around Female: Harper Hicks 
  • Most Likely to Succeed Male: Boston Heier 
  • Most Likely to Succeed Female: Rylan Hysinger 
  • Most Popular Male: Michael Wood 
  • Most Popular Female: Emma Hailey
  • Most Dependable Male: Tyce Knouse 
  • Most Dependable Female: Ava Oliver 
  • Most Talented Male: David Ito 
  • Most Talented Female: Rachel Bivens
  • Friendliest Male: Alex King 
  • Friendliest Female: Ruthie Turner 
  • Most Athletic Male: Sawyer Boyd 
  • Most Athletic Female: Lyla Sims 
  • Most School Spirit Male: Asher Panni 
  • Most School Spirit Female: Cami Rainey 
  • Wittiest Male: Corbin Hammond 
  • Wittiest Female: Rachel Loveday
  • Best Looking Male: Aiden Burns 
  • Best Looking Female: Camorra Bailey 
  • Most Courteous Male: Cason Conn 
  • Most Courteous Female: Lydia Barrs

 

Student News September 22th - September 26th

Bradley County Schools is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all students, families, and fans at our athletic events. To enhance security and ensure a smoother entry process, we are implementing a Clear Bag Policy at all school sporting events beginning this week. To learn more about this policy, please refer to the flyer sent home today in CCR or the text message being sent on Thursday afternoon.

Murder, Mayhem, and Two Sweet Old Ladies:  Come see Walker Valley’s very own Act One present Joseph Kessellring’s play, Arsenic and Old Lace.  Showtimes are:  October 16-19.  Evening showtimes start at 7pm, and the matinee on Saturday starts at 1pm, while the Sunday matinee starts at 2pm.  Tickets at the door are $10 for adults and $5 for students.  We hope to see you there. 

Looking for a sweet treat to end the week? Key Club will be selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts this Friday at the Stable. Single doughnuts will cost $2, and a dozen will cost $14

Colleges and universities will be visiting during lunch throughout the year to share information and answer your questions about their programs. On Wednesday, October 1st, Samford University will be set up in the cafeteria. Please stop by their table to learn more about what Samford has to offer!

-Faculty and underclass yearbook pictures will be taken on October 1st in the auditorium. Picture packages are prepaid. You should have received an order form in your CCR class. If you did not, you can pick one up in the main office or G114. There is no charge for having your photo made for the yearbook only. Each teacher will have a copy of the schedule, and the times will be posted throughout the building. Faculty pictures will start at 7:30. 

-The Oceanography Club will have the first meeting next Tuesday (Sept. 23rd) in the auditorium during CCR.  Anyone interested, including students who have previously been members, must fill out the application form.  They can be found on the wall (in folders) outside Mrs. Swafford's room (B214).  Please bring the form and the dues to the meeting if you have not already turned them in.  

-Calling all Walker Valley students! Veterans Day is a time to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. This year, we invite YOU to share your voice and perspective by writing an essay about the impact of Veterans Day. This Veterans Day Writing contest is an opportunity to: Share your personal perspective and creativity, Reflect on the meaning of Veterans Day and what it means to our state and community, and Top essays will be recognized at the Walker Valley Veterans Day assembly, with one participant being recognized at the Governor’s Veterans Day Program in Nashville.  This is your chance to use your words to honor those who served—and to make your voice heard. Start writing today and be part of something meaningful this Veterans Day! For more information and the prompts, you may contact Mr. Watt in G210 or see your English or History teacher.

Student News September 15th - September 19th

-Football tickets for Friday’s game are on sale in the main office for $5 each.  There are only 75 tickets available.  If you purchase at the gate, you must be accompanied by a parent.

-We are so excited for our Homecoming Dance this Saturday! Tickets are available in the Stable for $25 until 3:00 PM this Friday. Please remember that tickets will NOT be sold at the dance, so don’t wait to get yours. The dance will be held on our football field from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. This is a semi-formal event for WV students only. We will have a DJ, a 360 photo booth, and concessions available (cash only). Students, if you purchased a ticket, please ensure you have a school ID. If you have lost your ID or if your ID is defaced- please purchase a new one in the media center. You will need your school ID and ticket to enter the dance. Lastly, if you purchased a presale ticket, please stop by Mrs. Scoggins’ room in B209 TODAY to pick up your ticket. 

-Calling all Walker Valley students! Veterans Day is a time to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. This year, we invite YOU to share your voice and perspective by writing an essay about the impact of Veterans Day. This Veterans Day Writing contest is an opportunity to: Share your personal perspective and creativity, Reflect on the meaning of Veterans Day and what it means to our state and community and Top essays will be recognized at the Walker Valley Veterans Day assembly with one participant being recognized at the Governor’s Veterans Day Program in Nashville.  This is your chance to use your words to honor those who served—and to make your voice heard. Start writing today and be part of something meaningful this Veterans Day! For more information and the prompts, you may contact Mr. Watt in G210 or see your English or History teacher.

-Any sophomore, junior, or senior interested in joining the Science National Honor Society should come to the first meeting on Thursday, September 18 during CCR in Room B112. Applications and information will be available at the meeting. Any questions, see Mrs. Dyszkiewicz or Ms. Day.

-Educators Rising will have its first meeting on Thursday, September 18th during CCR! Educators Rising is a CTSO for students interested in Education Careers, loving on our Walker Valley faculty, as well as encouraging early childhood literacy! If you are interested please grab an application outside of Mrs. Pope's classroom (CL1--lower blue hallway). Forms must be signed to attend on Thursday!! See you there!

-The Society of Women Engineers will have our first meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 16, in Room G-107. Our guest speaker will be Issaac Vargas, an alumnus of Walker Valley and presently a project engineer at Wacker Chemical. All are welcome to attend and ask Mr. Vargas about becoming an engineer and what that entails. Please bring a club permission form to the first meeting. 

-Homecoming Dance Tickets are officially on sale at The Stable for just $25—don’t wait to grab yours! Join us for an unforgettable night under the lights on September 20th, from 7–10 PM, right on our football field. This semi-formal dance is open to Walker Valley students only. We can't wait to see you there! Also, if you bought a presale ticket, please see Mrs. Scoggins in room B209.

-The World Language Club's first meeting is on September 18th in the Media Center. YOU MUST bring your signed club permission form to the meeting. It will be your pass to the first meeting. Get permission forms from any language teacher or Mrs. Perez's room in B211. 

-Seniors, it's College Application Month! Lee University has invited us to come to an exclusive LeeU Preview Day on September 26.  If you'd like to attend, pick up a green permission form in the counseling office.  They are due back with a parent's signature by September 19.  

-Anyone interested in attending the DECA Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference in Orlando, FL needs to get an application from Mr. in room BU1 by the Media Center. This trip is open to all DECA students. More information about the trip will be given at the DECA meeting next Tuesday during CCR in the Media Center, and applications and teacher recommendation forms are due by next Friday, September 19th. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Webb.

Student News September 8th - September 12th

HOSA and Blood Assurance are hosting the fall blood drive on Wednesday, September 17 to raise awareness for childhood cancer.  Please see Mrs. Norman in CTE 102 to sign up.  Donors must be 16 with a guardian's signature or older.  Help us win the Cup of Courage by having the most donors and competing against our across-town rivals, Bradley and Cleveland.  You can earn cords for graduation, win a $5 card to the Stable, and SAVE LIVES!!

Attention Humanities Students:  If you are interested in helping to lead the Humanities Academy at the student level, please come see Mrs. Wielfaert in CL3 for an information packet and permission slip.  All permission slips need to be returned by Friday, September 12.

The Society of Women Engineers will have our first meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 16 in Room G-107. Our guest speaker will be Issaac Vargas, an alumnus of Walker Valley and presently a project engineer at Wacker Chemical. All are welcome to attend and ask Mr. Vargas about becoming an engineer and what that entails. Please bring a club permission form to the first meeting. 

Homecoming Dance Tickets are officially on sale at The Stable for just $25—don’t wait to grab yours! Join us for an unforgettable night under the lights on September 20th, from 7–10 PM, right on our football field. This semi-formal dance is open to Walker Valley students only. We can't wait to see you there! Also, if you bought a presale ticket, please see Mrs. Scoggins in room B209.

Do you love the theater but don't want to be in the spotlight?  Walker Valley's Backstage Crew for Act One would like to invite you to apply to join our crew.  You will build sets by using your woodworking and design skills, learn how to create lighting sets, and mix and set audio elements for our upcoming play Arsenic and Old Lace.  If you are interested, pick up a packet outside of CL3 (Mrs. Wielfaert's room) and sign up for an interview time slot.  We would love to work with you! 

Seniors, it's College Application Month! Lee University has invited us to come to an exclusive LeeU Preview Day on September 26.  If you'd like to attend, pick up a green permission form in the counseling office.  They are due back with a parent signature by September 19.  

Anyone interested in attending the DECA Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference in Orlando, FL needs to get an application from Mr. in room BU1 by the Media Center. This trip is open for all DECA students. More information about the trip will be given at the DECA meeting next Tuesday during CCR in the Media Center, and applications and teacher recommendation forms are due by next Friday, September 19th. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Webb.

There will be an interest meeting for SkillsUSA today during CCR in the auditorium. This meeting is for students who participated last year and/or those who are seriously interested in joining. SkillsUSA is open to students in programs like Criminal Justice, Engineering, Information Technology, Audio/Video Technology, Manufacturing, and Teaching as a Profession. If you're in one of these areas, or plan to be in the future, and want to learn more, we hope to see you there.

 

Interested in traveling to Germany next summer and being paired with your very own German exchange partner? Don’t miss the GAPP Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 11th at 6 PM at the PIE Center! Open to all 9th–11th graders — come learn more about this incredible opportunity! Questions? Stop by Frau Rudy's room (G111).

The World Language Club's first meeting is on September 18th in the Media Center. YOU MUST bring your signed club permission form to the meeting. It will be your pass to the first meeting. Get permission forms from any language teacher or Mrs. Perez's room in B211.

Student News September 2nd - September 5th

-Interested in traveling to Germany next summer and being paired with your very own German exchange partner? Don’t miss the GAPP Informational Meeting on Thursday, September 11th at 6 PM at the PIE Center! Open to all 9th–11th graders — Come learn more about this incredible opportunity! Questions? Stop by Frau Rudy's room (G111).

-Do you love the theater but don't want to be in the spotlight?  Walker Valley's Backstage Crew for Act One would like to invite you to apply to join our crew.  You will build sets by using your woodworking and design skills, learn how to create lighting sets, and mix and set audio elements for our upcoming play, Arsenic and Old Lace.  If you are interested, pick up a packet outside of CL3 (Mrs. Wielfaert's room) and sign up for an interview time slot.  We would love to work with you! 

-The World Language Club's first meeting is on September 18th in the Media Center. YOU MUST bring your signed club permission form to the meeting. It will be your pass to the first meeting. Get permission forms from any language teacher or Mrs. Perez's room in B211.

-Skip the line and buy your tickets early for the Friday night McMinn County football game.  The tickets are on sale in the Main Office for $10 cash, or you can purchase tickets online at GoFan. 

-Seniors, it is College Application Month!  We will be having a senior meeting during CCR on Thursday, September 4th, in the auditorium. This meeting will include information about the college application process and scholarships. 

Zaxby’s is hosting a challenge between Walker Valley and McMinn County. If you eat at Zaxby’s this week, use your receipt to help vote for our school.

It is almost that time - HOMECOMING in the Valley! On Friday, during CCR, all students will have the opportunity to nominate grade-level peers to the Homecoming court. This will ONLY happen during CCR, and will ONLY be open for a ten-minute window! Teachers will display a grade-level QR code on their boards, and students will be allowed to use their phones for 10 minutes to make the nominations. Between now and CCR on Friday, be thinking about who you would like to represent your class on the Homecoming court so you are ready to go when Dr. Jones gives the OK!

If you were inducted into the NHS last school year, or are a current member, please stop by Mrs. McChesney's room to grab your new hour sheet AND a parent permission form. Dues are also being collected this month, so please stop by to see Mrs. McChesney in B205 or Mrs. Lindeman in B207 to pay. Our first meeting will be on September 25th. 

-The first DECA meeting will be on September 16th during CCR in the Media Center. We will be introducing our Officer Team, discussing club activities and competitions, and giving information for the Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference in Orlando, FL. You do not have to be a business student to join DECA, so make sure to grab an application if you're interested. Applications must be turned in prior to attending the first meeting. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Webb in room BU1 next to the Media Center.

-Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in taking the PSAT-NMSQT here at school on October 22 should sign up in the Counseling Office by September 5.  The cost is $20.  If you plan to sign up and have a 504 plan, IEP, or ILP with test accommodations, please see Mrs. Kier today.

-Seniors, do you want to kick off your senior year in style? Here’s your chance to paint your assigned parking spot and show off your creativity for the whole school to see! If you are interested in painting your assigned parking spot, please visit Ms. Webb in G109 to obtain a sign-up form. The cost is $20, and the deadline to turn in the fee and design proposal is September 4th at 3:30 to Mrs. Webb.