Valwood Annual Fund
We are fortunate to have widespread support for the school’s top giving priority, the Valwood Annual Fund, which benefits every student, in every classroom, every day. It is fundamental to the school’s operating budget and remains the reason we are so deeply appreciative of broad participation from our entire school community: parents, alumni, faculty and staff, parents of alumni, grandparents, and friends of Valwood.
The Annual Fund allows the Valwood community of all financial circumstances the ability to support the life of the school. This is a common practice for most independent schools throughout the country.
Valwood Annual Fund Classroom Participation Challenge
It's time for our highly anticipated yearly classroom challenge to raise support for our annual fund! If you have not made your annual donation yet this school year, give during this challenge to boost your class participation.
Lower school class winner will receive a pizza party, middle and upper will get a Chick-fil-A lunch!
2025-2026 Fund Designation: "Education in Motion"
We connect our students to the world each year through engaging off-campus experiences. As educators, we constantly seek ways to make learning more meaningful and engaging, and one of the most effective methods is through real-world experiences.
Field trips offer students the opportunity to explore what they learn in the classroom in a hands-on environment. Whether it's visiting a museum, a science center, a local business, or a historical site, these experiences help deepen understanding, spark curiosity, and bring lessons to life in powerful and lasting ways.
Beyond academics, field trips also foster important life skills such as independence and teamwork. They help students build connections with the world around them, encourage respectful social interaction, and expose them to new perspectives and cultures.
At Valwood,we believe that these experiences are essential to developing well-rounded, enthusiastic learners, and we are committed to planning educational trips that are safe, enriching, and aligned with our curriculum.
In conclusion, student field trips are far more than a break from routine—they are a vital educational tool that supports academic achievement, personal development, and lifelong learning.
We thank you for your continued support and look forward to partnering with you to create these valuable opportunities for your child.
Levels of Giving
$2,500 and up
$1,000 – $2,499
$101 – $999
up to $100
What is the Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund, our annual giving program, is our top giving priority because it directly impacts our greatest assets—our students and our teachers.
Where do the Funds Go?
Annual fund gifts and pledges go to the following fund for 2025-2026:
- "Education in Motion": Off Campus Field Trips and Experiences Support
Outstanding Faculty
Our outstanding educators receive encouragement and support to hone their craft and stay up-to-date with the latest research. Our teachers know they are expected to keep growing and learning, and they are motivated by a professional community that values new ideas and approaches.
Going Beyond Academics
At Valwood, academic rigor is balanced by community service and athletic, artistic, and extracurricular endeavors. As partners in our students’ success, our goal is to shape confident, healthy, well-rounded adults who are comfortable and successful in diverse settings — individuals of honor, integrity, and purpose who are ready to make significant contributions to society.
Strength in Community
We are committed to living as an authentic, inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality. Central to this commitment to prepare our students for their future is creating a diverse academic community.