Luray Elementary School

It's GO Time! We at PCPS would like to wish everyone a Happy First Day of School!! We are glad to be back!

A good reminder for us all!

This is reminder that Monday, August 23, 2021, is the first day of school. Also, please remember, All Week we will be dismissing at 12:30 p.m. We can't wait to see you!!

Bus safety is very important!!

For the latest information regarding mask exception and accommodations please see the letter from Dr. Antonia Fox, Division Superintendent. Letter: https://5il.co/xlqm PCPS Mask Exceptions and Accommodations Form: https://5il.co/xlqb PCPS Religious Accommodation Request: https://5il.co/xlqd PCPS Acceptable Face Shields: https://5il.co/xlqg

Don't forget! When you see those school buses, be sure to STOP!

As school is about to begin, we know everyone wants to know "What's on the Menu?" Here is the link to access Nutritional Services Menus. http://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1496245474543&page=menus Please share.

Good evening PCPS Families, We know that some families may be waiting for mask exemption information and forms. The division is working diligently to prepare this information to share with you prior to the start of school. We will provide information as soon as possible. Any parent who wishes to submit an exemption will need to complete and submit the paperwork provided by the division regardless of whether they have provided their own documentation. Additionally, because of the delay in sharing the paperwork, we will address any first week of school concerns related to potential exemptions. We thank you for your continued support and patience as we navigate this new process. Antonia M. Fox, Ed.D. Superintendent Page County Public Schools

This is an important message from PCPS: If you did not complete and turn in the Health Attestation Form that was distributed at Open House, we ask that you print and complete the form and send with your child on the First Day of School. Thank you, and Please share. Click the link to access the Health Attestation Form: https://5il.co/xir3

With the start of school being only a few days away, we are sharing some helpful bus safety reminders. Parents, please review these rules for bus riding with your children. Safety is a priority.

Public Input Requested on the PCPS ARP ESSER Plan Page County Public Schools (PCPS) is seeking public comment on its American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act Elementary and Secondary School Relief (ESSER) fund. The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has allocated approximately $6.3 million of ARP ESSER funding to PCPS. PCPS is requesting input from employees of Page County Public Schools, as well as parents/guardians and members of the community on how the funds should be used to assist the school division in recovering from learning that may have been lost due to COVID-19 as well as ensuring the health and safety of students and staff. Participants may choose to provide input on how students’ academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs might be addressed. Public comment can be submitted through the use of this form through Wednesday, August 25, 2021. The input provided will be reviewed and included in the development of the final draft of the plan prior to its official submission. The plan can be found on the division’s webpage or by clicking https://5il.co/xf90 To access the form to submit public comment, please click https://forms.gle/YuMTfGviBGMtYC5w5 Thank you for your assistance and input. Antonia M. Fox, Ed.D. Superintendent Page County Public Schools

This is a reminder that Open House is being held tomorrow and Thursday for Page County Public Schools. Please see the link (or picture below for designated times). Also, please remember all students and families are required to wear masks while inside of the school buildings. Schools will have masks available if you do not bring one with you. https://5il.co/wqjk Thank you, and please share.

Good evening PCPS Students and Families, On Thursday, August 12, 2021, there was a State Health Commissioner Order of Public Health Emergency Statewide Requirement to Wear Masks in K-12 Schools. The order states that all individuals aged two and older are required to wear masks when indoors at public and private K-12 schools in order to inhibit spread of the virus. All faculty, staff, students, visitors, or other individuals over the age of two present in any PCPS school, office, work, or other indoor location are required to wear a face mask. Additionally, there is still an order in effect from January of 2021, from the CDC, that requires face masks on all forms of public transportation. This includes school buses and division cars and vans. Please be prepared to wear a mask when you participate in our Open House events this week. Schools do have masks available if needed. The order did include a list of exceptions for which various individuals may qualify. This information is being reviewed by PCPS staff. More detailed information will be shared prior to the start of school for families. Thank you for your continued support of PCPS! Antonia M. Fox, Ed.D. Superintendent

Please see that attached for important information from Nutritional Services regarding the upcoming school year. https://5il.co/x38w

This is a reminder that tonight, Thursday, August 12, 2021, is the regularly scheduled school board meeting. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. and can be viewed LIVE on our YouTube Channel. Comments are due by 4 p.m. Agenda : https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/pcss/Board.nsf/Public Comments: https://forms.gle/k6wbsV7zAqSofFwK7 View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/PageCountySchools/live

In keeping with our shout-outs to our valuable employees, we'd like to recognize our grounds keepers and maintenance crews for all of their hard work, especially in the summer heat. A special thank you to the Page County Sherriff's Office. Thank you all for helping to keep our schools looking beautiful on the inside and out.

This is a message from PCPS For information regarding orientations for the 2021-2022 school year, please see the attachment. https://5il.co/wqjk

Congratulations to the 2020-21 Page County Public School retirees. Thank you for your service to the students and staff. May all the years ahead bring you great joy and relaxation! Paul Argyros 10 years Maintenance Robert Bowman 15 years LHS Patricia Davis 31 years PCMS Nutritional Services Karen Eppard 12 years SHEN Jerry Hoak 16 years Transportation Laura Kelly 33 years LMS Joan Knight 15 years LES Nutritional Services Nancy Rinaca 25 years SHEN Joyce Shuler 19 years Transportation Sharon Strickler 17 years SHEN Candace Teter 17 years LMS Anne Van Wyck 22 years STAN John Van Wyck 31 years Central Office Teresa Wiita 9 years LES

Thank you LES custodians for all of your hard work!! We appreciate all you do.

Please see the attached for important back to school information! https://5il.co/w52p