Valor Heights · Academics
Real World Learning
Our students learn by doing — publishing real writing, pitching real businesses, and earning dual college credit. Schoolwork here lives out in the real world.
- WASC Accredited
- NCAA Approved · School Code 854767
- MLS NEXT Pathway
- Dual College Credit
- 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
A Private School in The Woodlands, Texas · Grades 5–12
An Education Worth Remembering
Valor Heights is where ambitious young people discover who they're capable of becoming. For some, that journey runs through elite soccer. For others, it runs through entrepreneurship, creative work, service, or scholarship. The common thread never changes:
Curious. Compassionate. Driven.
About the School
Where Students Become Doers, Innovators, and Leaders
Valor Heights is a different kind of school for grades 5–12 — one where students learn by doing, create with purpose, and grow through real-world experiences. We blend academics with hands-on projects, entrepreneurship, the arts, and community impact, giving students the tools they need to think critically and lead with confidence. Whether they're building businesses, solving real problems, or performing on the field, students at Valor Heights are engaged, supported, and inspired to become who they're meant to be.
Our Curriculum
A CompletED School
ElevatED
Our curriculum blends arts with academics, allowing students to express themselves creatively, think innovatively, and develop a well-rounded perspective.
InnovatED
Real-world learning through internships, mentorships, guest speakers, Shark Tank-style pitch competitions, and entrepreneurial projects.
InspirED
We nurture leadership skills in our students, instilling in them the qualities of integrity, resilience, and the ability to inspire positive change.
Our accredited CompletED curriculum emphasizes student-led inquiry, offering students a high level of autonomy and choice in their learning. While we cover the core subjects of Math, English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and electives, we take an integrated, cross-curricular approach that ensures these subjects are interconnected. Instead of being taught in isolation, they build upon one another, creating a dynamic and meaningful learning experience.
Unlike traditional schools that focus primarily on test preparation, our students demonstrate their understanding through group and individual projects, hands-on products, and collaborative performances. We prioritize real-world, authentic learning experiences that encourage students to engage deeply with their studies.
Who Will You Become?
There's No One Way to Be Extraordinary
Every student's path here looks different — these are just a few of the ways students spend their days and discover what they're capable of.
The Athlete
“I wanted a school that understood high-level training without asking me to sacrifice my education.”
The Scholar
“I earned college credit before I could drive.”
The Entrepreneur
“I launched my first business before graduation.”
The Creator
“Publishing my writing changed how I saw myself.”
The Leader
“Leading my team taught me more about myself than any grade could.”
The Innovator
“AI became a tool for solving real problems.”
The ChangeMaker
“Service helped me discover my purpose.”
Valor Heights at GFI
Elite Soccer Development, Inside the School Day
Through Valor Heights at GFI — our joint program with GFI Academy, Houston's premier soccer development academy — students get MLS NEXT pathways and professional coaching directly in their daily schedule.
Leadership
Meet Our Head of School
At Valor Heights, education is a collaborative effort led by passionate educators with heart and vision. Our team brings creativity, experience, and purpose to create spaces where students thrive. Meet the people driving our mission forward.
Accolades
- 15 years teaching experience
- Texas Teaching Certificate
- American Montessori Society certified (Secondary I & II)
- International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme trained
- effect+ Global Competence Certification — AFS Intercultural Programs
- Bilingual educator; published author on AI in education
- Professional development through Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cherish Cahoon, a dedicated educator with years of experience, recognized a critical gap in traditional education. She saw firsthand that many students thrive when given the freedom to learn at their own pace, acquiring real-world skills that prepare them for life beyond the classroom. Valor Heights launched with a small pilot program and has since celebrated its first graduating class — a young school built on years of educational experience, now growing into one of the premier private schools in The Woodlands area.
A Day at Valor Heights
Structure in the Morning. Momentum All Day.
Our schedule is engineered around how young people actually thrive: focused project work in the morning, training and outdoor time at midday, and flexible online coursework in the afternoon. No bell-to-bell rush — just deep work, real play, and time for joy.
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Morning Block
- 8:00–9:00 AM — Active Start (optional)
- 9:00–11:00 AM — Project-based academic work: short lessons, long work periods, mixed-age groups
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Outdoor Block
- 11:00 AM–12:00 PM — Professional training or recess
- 12:00–1:00 PM — Lunch and community time
1:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Afternoon Block
- 1:00–3:00 PM — Online coursework: Acellus, dual college credit, ASU
- 3:00 PM — Community meeting
- 3:15 PM — Pickup
What Our Students Say
In Their Own Words
“I love Valor Heights because of the incredible teachers, the meaningful time the students spend outdoors, and the wonderful field trips we experience. The teachers truly care and make learning exciting both inside and outside the classroom. The outdoor time and hands-on field trips gives us kids so many opportunities to explore, learn, and grow in ways that go beyond traditional learning. It's such a special place!”
Dexter · Student, Grade 11
Learn by doing. Lead with purpose. Become who you're meant to be.
The School You Wish You'd Gone To
We're looking for curious, compassionate, driven students who want to grow, create, and make an impact. Our primary enrollment window runs January through July, and applications are welcome year-round. Come spend a morning with us — and imagine what your student could become.
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