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FoxFest

Hey cats and kittens, ready for an event that'll flip your lid? Then mark your calendars for the shindig of the year! FVL’s 22nd Annual FoxFest Auction will be on Friday, April 11 at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley. The theme this year is “Fab Fifties," so put on your slickest threads and roll on over for a rockin' good time with nifty music, scrumptious bites, and outta sight prizes. All tickets will be sold in advance. No tickets will be available at the door. This is the largest bash of the school year and primarily benefits tuition assistance. Watch for more info in February!

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Grandparents Day at FVL - 2024

On October 17 and 18, grandparents of our students will have an opportunity to spend some time on our campus. Arriving between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, they will be invited to enjoy some light refreshments before joining their grandchildren for chapel worship. Afterwards, the students will lead their grandparents on a tour of the school.

FVL Theatre Presents . . .

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  • Friday, October 18 at 6:30 PM
  • Saturday, October 19 at 6:30 PM
  • Sunday, October 20 at 2:00 PM

Willful, curious, and loveable, seven-year-old Alice plunges down the rabbit hole and becomes involved in that madcap and deliciously satiric string of adventures immortalized by Lewis Carroll. The Brainerd Duffield play follows a series of fourteen episodes from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, including Alice's memorable encounters with the caterpillar, the hatter and the hare, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, Humpty Dumpty, and of course, the notorious Queen of Hearts. We hope you'll join us for this exciting adventure in theatre.

See info and get tickets
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School Choice Update

This year, FVL welcomed over 270 students who are part of the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP). Participation in WPCP increases on an annual basis due to most FVL Schools partners being in the program.

Veterans Day Breakfast and Service at FVL on Nov. 11 at 8:30 - register by 10/28 at fvlhs.org/news

Veterans Day at FVL

FVL will mark its annual observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11. Go to fvlhs.org/news for details and a registration link. 

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International Program

FVL is welcoming 21 new international students this year. 39 students representing 9 countries will have the opportunity to learn of Jesus and discover American culture. Thanks to our host families for making this possible!

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Record Enrollment

FVL opened its doors to 777 students. Overall enrollment is up 4.3% from August of 2023, and there is an increase of 48 students from May 2024.

2024-25 Enrollment

  • Class of 2028 - 199
  • Class of 2027 - 182
  • Class of 2026 - 225
  • Class of 2025 - 171
Retirement Planning Seminar at FVL on 11/12

Free Seminar 11/12/24

Whether retirement is less than 5 years or more than 25 years from today, you may have questions about what your life-after-work will look like. FVL will host a free financial seminar on Retirement Planning. Join us at 6:00 pm on November 12 in the FVL Fine Arts Room (Door L).

Info and RSVP
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Musicfest 2/2/25

Musicfest, our annual celebration of student musical talent, will feature student groups, individuals, and small ensembles. Guests can enjoy entertainment, socializing, and homemade desserts. Event funds will be raised to benefit FVL's music programs. Details and donation options will be shared on fvlhs.org/news when they are finalized.

Subscribe Online!

Go to fvlhs.org/publications to view and subscribe to the online BEACON, Legacy Magazine, President's Report, and the newest online publication—Fox Tales.

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Upcoming Events

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  • FVL Schools Band Concert (Gr. 5-8)
    Monday, November 11 at 6:30 PM
    FVL Auditorium & Livestream

  • Retirement Planning Seminar
    Tuesday, November 12 at 6 PM
    FVL Fine Arts Room (Use Door L)

  • FVL High School Band Concert
    Thursday, November 14 at 6:30 PM
    FVL Auditorium & Livestream

  • Appleton Christmas Parade
    Tuesday, November 26 at 7:00 PM
    Downtown Appleton

  • FVL Choirs Christmas Concert
    Sunday, December 15 at 2:00 PM
    FVL Auditorium & Livestream


Go to the online calendar Check the FVLHS NEWS web page

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