A letter from Valley Catholic School President John Matcovich

John Matcovich

The first academic quarter is in the rearview mirror but students are hard at work in the classroom, with service trips, sports, and a myriad of school-related activities. Parents have also acclimated to the familiar routine of the school year. I have enjoyed meeting many of you and hope you feel a warm sense of welcome whenever you come to campus.

Just as the “newness” of the school year is wearing off, we are already looking ahead to next year. On Sunday, Oct. 20, we welcomed new families at our annual Valley Catholic High School Open House. Then the following Sunday, Oct. 27, VC Elementary School hosted its Open House. Both Open Houses were well attended and we look forward to welcoming new families for the 2025-26 school year. We continue to experience strong interest in Valley Catholic School at all levels. We encourage you to reach out to neighbors and friends to promote our school. Word of mouth is our best form of advertising, and the outstanding qualities evident in your children is what will convince them.

Recently, the SSMO Foundation hosted our annual VCS Gala dinner and auction. The Gala provides an opportunity for our entire community to come together to celebrate Valley Catholic School and to appreciate the opportunity for exceptional education we provide to our students. Please join me in thanking our Gala co-chairs, Steve and Margarita Gunther, and Nell Oram and Clint Shelley for their outstanding leadership. The event was a resounding success, raising more than $180,000 in tuition assistance through the Light-a-Fire appeal, and an additional $180,000 to support general school operations. Thank you to everyone who supported the VCS Gala!

I have two final reminders for fall as the weather gets cool and damp:  

  • Be extra cautious when driving on campus, the days are getting shorter and darker. I recognize that parking is particularly challenging this year with multiple construction projects underway. All of us need to work together – with an extra dose of patience – when dropping off and picking up students.
  • Please keep your children home if they are not feeling well. Your cautious approach will help keep all students healthy, at school and learning in their classrooms.

Sincerely,

John Matcovich

Valley Catholic School President