- Central Elementary School, represented by Principal Haley Sarkisian, received recognition for their selection as a National "Blue Ribbon School." Central is one of just 10 Indiana schools to earn this distinction in 2022.
- Six Valparaiso High School students earned recognition from the College Board National Recognition program based on their academic achievements in school and outstanding performance on exams. Recipients include:
- Aniyah Edwards
- Autumn Beville
- Briannah Heard
- Caleb Ortiz
- Nicholas Diaz
- Sofia Cox
- Cooks Corners Elementary School staff member, Roberto Campos, received a special thank you for embodying the "We Are Valpo" spirit. A community member captured and shared a photo of Mr. Campos cleaning grass clippings from a Welcome Back sign at the school, citing "it was sweet, and I hope he sees this!"
In addition to verbal recognition during the meeting, those recognized receive a special keepsake certificate, which is signed by all VCS School Board members.