Fun in the Valley
2025 Fall Homecoming
From September 8th to September 13th, Maple Valley will celebrate Homecoming 2025 with the theme "Disney!" Students and staff can look forward to a week full of dress-up days, events, and traditions leading up to Friday night’s big game and dance.
The week kicks off with themed spirit days:
Monday: Magic Kingdom Monday
Tuesday: Disney Duo Tuesday
Wednesday: Class Color Day
Thursday: Throwback Thursday
Friday: MV Spirit – Blue & White
On Wednesday, September 10th, the Powderpuff Game will take place at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5, and it’s always one of the most exciting events of the week.
Friday, September 12th, will be packed with tradition and spirit. The Homecoming Parade begins at 5:15 p.m. at the VFW in Nashville and will end at Carl’s. That evening, the Lions will take the field at 7 p.m. for the Homecoming football game, proudly representing the Blue & White.
The celebration concludes with the Homecoming Dance on Saturday, September 13th, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Tickets are $10 at the door.
With Disney magic in the air, this Homecoming week is set to be full of spirit, tradition, and unforgettable memories. Go Lions!
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Sports
For sports schedules, please visit the Athletics Website: Upcoming Sporting Events
On August 25th, the Lions Volleyball teams traveled to Lansing Eastern to open their seasons. The JV squad battled hard but came up short, falling in three straight sets. The Lions kept it close early with a 20–25 loss in the first set, followed by a 17–25 second set and a 12–25 third set. The Varsity team faced a similar outcome, also dropping three sets with identical scores of 20–25, 17–25, and 12–25. Despite the losses, both teams showed determination on the court and set the tone for continued growth throughout the season.
On August 28th, the Varsity Soccer team traveled to Hillsdale to take on Will Carleton Academy. The Lions came out strong and never let up, cruising to an impressive 8–1 victory. With sharp offense and solid defense, the team controlled the pace of the game and continued building momentum after their recent success. The win added another boost of confidence as the Lions proudly represent the Blue & White this season.
On August 26th, the Maple Valley High School Cross Country team opened their season at the Barney Roy Invitational in Turkeyville. For the girls, Melanie Jones led the way, finishing in the top 25 and narrowly missing out on a medal in the top 20. Strong performances followed from Izabelle Soper and Ada Blakely, who both posted impressive times. On the boys’ side, Cameron Murray and Grady Wilkes set the pace with aggressive races, with Murray and Blakely each achieving new personal bests.
On August 27th, the JV Football team hosted Saranac for their first home game of the season. Despite battling hard under the lights, the Lions came up short with a 0–25 loss. While the scoreboard wasn’t in their favor, the game gave the team valuable experience and highlighted areas to improve as the season moves forward.
On August 28th, the Varsity Football team hit the road to face Saranac. The Lions fought hard but came up short, falling 6–34. Despite the tough loss, the team showed grit on both sides of the ball and continued to push through until the final whistle. With the season just getting underway, the Lions are focused on building strength, improving each week, and proudly representing the Blue & White.
Staff Highlight
Mrs. Sarah Grinage serves as a Special Education Paraprofessional at Fuller Street Elementary. Her journey with Maple Valley began years ago when her daughters were students at Fuller Street, first as a dedicated parent volunteer, and later as a valued member of the staff. When the opportunity arose to work in the same building as her children, doing something she truly enjoyed, she embraced it wholeheartedly. Her favorite part of working at Maple Valley is witnessing the genuine care and dedication the staff shows for every student in the community. Outside of school, Mrs. Grinage treasures the time she spends with her family. To students, she offers this simple yet powerful advice: “Be kind to all kinds, and be a good person.”
