National ESEA Distinguished School Award Presentation and Celebration
Valentine Elementary School has been named a National ESEA Distinguished School for the 2025-2026 school year. The students, staff, school, and community celebrated this honorable designation with an award presentation on Thursday, April 16th. Dr. Zenneah Jenkins and Dr. Joseph Cole, representatives from the Arizona Department of Education, presented Mr. Angle, Valentine Elementary School Superintendent, with a certificate of award and a $10,000 check. Mr. John Warren, Mohave County School Superintendent, Mr. Travis Lingenfelter, Mohave County Supervisor for District 1, and Juanita Tabor, School Board President, congratulated the students, families, and staff in recognition of the outstanding work that all stakeholders at Valentine Elementary School have committed to in earning this prestigious award.
Valentine Elementary School is located northern Arizona and is committed to providing outstanding academic opportunities and experiences for all students. The implementation of the House System created a tremendous impact on student attendance, participation, and academic growth. The House System is a program developed by Ron Clark Academy which is based on student leadership and teamwork. This strategy enabled Valentine Elementary School to join dozens of schools who reported in a July 2025 survey that they had reaped the benefits of a reduction in discipline referrals and increases in attendance and family involvement. Our school climate and culture improved, as did staff morale and engagement with students, with the end result being increased academic achievement.
The National ESEA Distinguished Schools program, a project of the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA), publicly recognizes federally funded schools for outstanding academic achievement and positive educational advances. Each state selects up to two schools annually that show exceptional student performance, or improved outcomes for special populations.
Key Aspects of the Program:
• Selection Criteria: Schools must have a poverty rate of at least 35% and demonstrate high academic growth or achievement.
• Recognition: Selected schools receive a commemorative award, a feature on the ESEA Network website, and recognition at the national conference.
• Categories of Excellence: Recognized schools often fall into categories including exceptional student performance, closing the achievement gap, or excellence in serving special populations.
https://www.eseanetwork.org/ds/schools/valentine-elementary-school
Valentine Elementary School has been named a National ESEA Distinguished School for the 2025-2026 school year. The students, staff, school, and community celebrated this honorable designation with an award presentation on Thursday, April 16th. Dr. Zenneah Jenkins and Dr. Joseph Cole, representatives from the Arizona Department of Education, presented Mr. Angle, Valentine Elementary School Superintendent, with a certificate of award and a $10,000 check. Mr. John Warren, Mohave County School Superintendent, Mr. Travis Lingenfelter, Mohave County Supervisor for District 1, and Juanita Tabor, School Board President, congratulated the students, families, and staff in recognition of the outstanding work that all stakeholders at Valentine Elementary School have committed to in earning this prestigious award.
Valentine Elementary School is located northern Arizona and is committed to providing outstanding academic opportunities and experiences for all students. The implementation of the House System created a tremendous impact on student attendance, participation, and academic growth. The House System is a program developed by Ron Clark Academy which is based on student leadership and teamwork. This strategy enabled Valentine Elementary School to join dozens of schools who reported in a July 2025 survey that they had reaped the benefits of a reduction in discipline referrals and increases in attendance and family involvement. Our school climate and culture improved, as did staff morale and engagement with students, with the end result being increased academic achievement.
The National ESEA Distinguished Schools program, a project of the National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators (NAESPA), publicly recognizes federally funded schools for outstanding academic achievement and positive educational advances. Each state selects up to two schools annually that show exceptional student performance, or improved outcomes for special populations.
Key Aspects of the Program:
• Selection Criteria: Schools must have a poverty rate of at least 35% and demonstrate high academic growth or achievement.
• Recognition: Selected schools receive a commemorative award, a feature on the ESEA Network website, and recognition at the national conference.
• Categories of Excellence: Recognized schools often fall into categories including exceptional student performance, closing the achievement gap, or excellence in serving special populations.
https://www.eseanetwork.org/ds/schools/valentine-elementary-school
Week-at-a-Glance April 20th - April 23rd
VESD School Board Meeting - April 14th at 4:30 pm
VESD School Board Meeting Notices & Agendas are posted at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time on the display board in front of the school located at 12491 N, Byers Street in Truxton, Arizona, and online at the school website: www.valentineaz.net
VESD School Board Meeting Notices & Agendas are posted at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting time on the display board in front of the school located at 12491 N, Byers Street in Truxton, Arizona, and online at the school website: www.valentineaz.net
National ESEA Distinguished School Celebration
Families, community members and partners are invited to the celebration on Thursday, April 16th from 1:30 - 3:15 pm.
Please join us to celebrate Valentine Elementary School being recognized as an Arizona National Distinguished School.
Cake and drinks will be provided.
Let us know if you will be joining the celebration so we have an accurate count for seating and refreshments, RSVP by Wednesday.
For questions, please contact the school office at 928-769-2310.
Families, community members and partners are invited to the celebration on Thursday, April 16th from 1:30 - 3:15 pm.
Please join us to celebrate Valentine Elementary School being recognized as an Arizona National Distinguished School.
Cake and drinks will be provided.
Let us know if you will be joining the celebration so we have an accurate count for seating and refreshments, RSVP by Wednesday.
For questions, please contact the school office at 928-769-2310.
Future Kindergarten parents/guardians are invited to an Orientation/Registration Night on Wednesday, April 15th, from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm.
Must be 5 years old on or before August 31st, 2026
Come meet our Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Radcliffe and learn about kindergarten expectations and experiences. We will have staff members available to assist with the registration process.
Required documents for registration:
Valid photo ID for parent/guardian
Child’s original birth certificate
Updated list of Immunizations
Custody Documents (if applicable)
Proof of Residency:
Deed, lease, or mortgage statement
Current utility bill (water, electric, or gas)
Two additional legal documents with current address
Proof of residency form (if the parent/guardian's name is not on the deed, lease, or mortgage
If you have questions, please contact the school office at: 928-769-2310.
Must be 5 years old on or before August 31st, 2026
Come meet our Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Radcliffe and learn about kindergarten expectations and experiences. We will have staff members available to assist with the registration process.
Required documents for registration:
Valid photo ID for parent/guardian
Child’s original birth certificate
Updated list of Immunizations
Custody Documents (if applicable)
Proof of Residency:
Deed, lease, or mortgage statement
Current utility bill (water, electric, or gas)
Two additional legal documents with current address
Proof of residency form (if the parent/guardian's name is not on the deed, lease, or mortgage
If you have questions, please contact the school office at: 928-769-2310.
Week-at-a-Glance April 13th - April 16th
Week-at-a-Glance April 6th - April 9th
State Testing Dates - Mark Your Calendar
Happy Easter from the VESD Staff to our students, families, and community!
Read the Eagle Eyes monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on events and news from Valentine Elementary School.
Check out the monthly Events Calendar for school and special events. Please have your students in school every day to ensure they are able to participate in all the opportunities.
We Need You in Our Family-Staff Volunteer Organization
Come help make the Spring Festival a success!
We Need You!
🔷For our students
🔷For our school
🔷For our community
Any parent/guardian can join the school Family-Staff Volunteer Organization. Your time and energy can make a big difference for our students and school. Come meet fellow parents, guardians, and staff. Hear what's ahead and how you can play a part in making the school year amazing!
Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 1st at 6:00 pm on the Valentine Elementary School campus in the gym.
Join now to:
➡Learn how the organization supports our school
➡Explore fun ways to get involved
➡Get the inside scoop on upcoming events
➡Share your ideas and expertise while helping shape the school year
Come help make the Spring Festival a success!
We Need You!
🔷For our students
🔷For our school
🔷For our community
Any parent/guardian can join the school Family-Staff Volunteer Organization. Your time and energy can make a big difference for our students and school. Come meet fellow parents, guardians, and staff. Hear what's ahead and how you can play a part in making the school year amazing!
Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 1st at 6:00 pm on the Valentine Elementary School campus in the gym.
Join now to:
➡Learn how the organization supports our school
➡Explore fun ways to get involved
➡Get the inside scoop on upcoming events
➡Share your ideas and expertise while helping shape the school year
Week-at-a-Glance March 30th - April 2nd
Technology Glitch on Grade Reports
Corrected report cards will be sent home Thursday. The awards assembly invitations are correct for the assembly on Thursday.
If you have questions, please call the school office at 928-769-2310.
Corrected report cards will be sent home Thursday. The awards assembly invitations are correct for the assembly on Thursday.
If you have questions, please call the school office at 928-769-2310.
Bus Schedule Update Effective March 23rd
State Testing Dates - Mark Your Calendar
Week-at-a-Glance March 23rd - March 26th
Hope you all had a great Spring Break! It's time to return to our regular school schedule on Monday, March 23rd.
Wear your school shirt for double House Points!!!
Wear your school shirt for double House Points!!!
Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our VESD families and community members!
Valentine Elementary School has positions open for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. Please share with family and friends who may be interested and qualified for these positions. Click on our Careers section at www.ValentineAZ.net to access the employment application. Join our students and staff at Valentine Elementary School, Where Eagles Soar!
