Host Natalie Tysdal sits down with Shandra Pankoski, Director of STEM at Valor Christian, to dive into the state of academics at the school and what makes Valor’s approach unique. Shandra discusses how the school integrates rigorous academics with a Christ-centered mission, highlighting everything from foundational classes to advanced offerings like AP and dual credit courses. Listeners will learn how Valor supports students of all backgrounds, including robust in-house tutoring and small class sizes.

Interesting fact: Last year, Valor students achieved an impressive 95% pass rate on AP exams—even with over 760 tests administered, far surpassing national averages!

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or student, this episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at academic excellence rooted in faith and innovation.

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