Valpo Schools Foundation

10/22/2026

Congratulations to our VHS Academic Letter recipients!

The Valpo Schools Foundation is proud to celebrate all of the students recognized at last night’s Academic Letter Ceremony!

Earning an Academic Letter is a wonderful accomplishment that reflects hard work, dedication, and a commitment to academic excellence. We are so proud of these students for their achievements and the effort they put into their education every day.

Congratulations to all of this year’s recipients! Keep up the great work, Vikings!

10/14/2026

VCS STAFF: Classroom Grant Reminder!

The deadline to submit your Valpo Schools Foundation classroom grant applications is quickly approaching!

Due Friday, October 30, at 4:00pm

⚠️ Important reminder: This school year, there will be ONLY ONE grant cycle, so don't miss this opportunity to bring your creative ideas to life!

Have a project in mind that could make a difference for your students? We encourage you to apply! We love seeing the innovative ways our teachers enhance learning in the classroom.

08/31/2026

We’re thrilled to see the Hovercraft Project soaring! We’re especially grateful to the teachers, administrators and PTO/community partners who worked together to make this experience possible. We’re honored that VSF could proudly support it!

If you’re a VCS teacher or staff member with an idea for your classroom, now is the perfect time to apply for a VSF grant. Applications are due October 30!

08/31/2026

How much fun is this?! We love supporting teachers who bring learning to life through exciting, hands-on experiences for students. The Hovercraft Project is a perfect example of STEM learning in action!

Teachers & staff: Have a fun idea for your classroom? VSF grant applications are open now. Applications are due October 30!

08/31/2026

Learning by doing! We’re thrilled to have played a part in making this hands-on Hovercraft Project possible for Memorial Elementary 5th graders. Experiences like this are exactly why we love supporting our teachers and classrooms!

Teachers & staff: Don’t forget...VSF grant applications are open, with applications due October 30!

08/31/2026

Hands-on learning makes an impact! We’re so proud to support projects like The Hovercraft Project! Thank you to the teachers and staff who continue to find creative ways to engage their students.

VSF classroom grant applications are now open! Applications are due October 30.

08/31/2026

Big ideas start with great teachers! We’re so proud to highlight Flint Lake Elementary STEM teacher Mrs. Gudenschwager, who applied for a VSF classroom grant to help bring the Hovercraft Project to her students.

We love supporting teachers who turn creative ideas into hands-on learning experiences!

VCS teachers & staff: Have an idea for your classroom? Valpo Schools Foundation grant applications are now open, with applications due October 30!

08/31/2026

This is what community support looks like! We’re proud to help make innovative, hands-on learning opportunities like the Hovercraft Project possible for ALL Valparaiso Community Schools 5th grade students.

Have an idea for your classroom? VSF grant applications are open now and are due October 30!

07/24/2026

The Valpo Schools Foundation is excited to welcome Dr. Brian Smith, Superintendent of Valparaiso Community Schools!
VSF Board President Dr. Natalie Krivas and Executive Director Molly Phelps were pleased to attend this week’s welcome reception and hear Superintendent Smith share his commitment to communication, collaboration, and creating opportunities for all students. We look forward to working together to support the students and staff of VCS!
We also extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Jim McCall for his leadership and partnership with the Valpo Schools Foundation. We are grateful for his support and wish him all the best in his next chapter.
Welcome to Valpo, Dr. Smith!

New Valparaiso Community Schools Superintendent Brian Smith has been going out into the community to become more familiar with it.

06/03/2026