Luray High School

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Tracey Bailey--Special Education Teacher--Luray Elementary School "She has been an absolute wonderful person to work with and she takes such amazing care of her students. The relationships she builds and puts so much effort into are truly amazing. She’s such an asset to LES and we are so thankful for her! " --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Bailey, for helping to build those positive relationships with our school community. They truly do make a difference. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Monica Hinegardner (Principal) and Corey Harlow (Assistant Principal) -- Shenandoah Elementary School "Mrs. Hinegardner & Mr. Harlow always go above and beyond for all of the students and staff here at SES. They always come to work with a smile on their face ready to take on the day. They make a great team and are amazing at what they do. We are SO happy to have them here with us at SES. "--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Hinegardner and Mr. Harlow, for all you do for Shenandoah Elementary School and for Page County Public Schools. You two make a great team!

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Jeannie Lowman--2nd grade Teacher--Luray Elementary School "Mrs. Lowman makes every one of her students feel loved and excited to come to school. Her classroom is more like a family than just a classroom. She guides children and brings out the best in them by encouraging, disciplining and loving them. She provides a classroom where kids can make memories that will last them a lifetime."-- anonymous Thank you, Ms. Lowman, for making learning so much fun for our children. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Gwen Burley---Spanish Teacher--Luray High School "She really thinks about everyone. She wants everyone to be involved. Mrs. Burley and her seminar put together valentines stuff for the custodians and lunch ladies, and it was really nice." --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Burley, for teaching your students about spreading kindness. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Maria Wilson--Special Education Teacher--Springfield Elementary School "Mrs. Wilson has brought a new and fresh perspective to our school. I see how much of her heart she pours into not only her students, but her colleagues too. She has formed many relationships in our school community. I am proud to work along side her and call her a friend. "--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Wilson, for all you give to our division. You are appreciated.

This is a reminder that Monday, February 21, 2022, schools will be CLOSED in observation of President's Day. School will resume on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. Thank you, and have a great weekend.

Tell Me Something Good-- Bill Simmons--Athletic Director--Page County High School "Bill has been an amazing addition to PCHS. He is always striving to provide the best for our students, athletes and non athletes alike. He strives for fairness among all sports. He is truly in this for the kids " --anonymous Thanks, Mr. Simmons, for all you do for Page County High School and the school division. Being the AD means many long nights away from home and your dedication is appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Jenny Bracken--Librarian --Page County High School "She is always willing to help with whatever needs done. She is a Jack of all trades. If she isn’t helping out the students, she is helping out her fellow teachers. She is quite literally amazing! " -- anonymous Thank you, Ms. Bracken, for always being willing to assist wherever you are needed. You are appreciated.

Bus 26 will be approximately 20 min late. Please Share.

Career and Technical Education Month is February and we are celebrating the programs within our schools. Check out our Future Farmers of America: FFA members raised a market steer on campus of PCHS and the meat was then purchased by Warren County Farm Bureau and donated to “Reaching Out Now” a program that feeds the hungry in the community. Pictured is FFA members delivering their finished product to “Reaching Out Now”.

We are also still celebrating Career and Technical Education Month at PCPS. Page County High School FFA members have had a busy fall and winter. We hosted our Food for America program, collected items for senior citizens in a nursing home for the holidays, gave funds to support the giving tree at PCHS, held a goat show that was judged but a special guest judge Mr. David Cale, and we are gearing up for our livestock judging trip to Virginia Tech.

Families interested in receiving 4 free at-home rapid testing kits from the United States Postal Service can place an order. Important details from the USPS about the order: Limit of one order per residential address One order includes #4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests Orders will ship free. https://www.covidtests.gov/

Here we go again today! Tell Me Something Good! Ms. Kendra Piscitelli- Page County Middle School -Music Ms. Piscitelli has received NUMEROUS shout-outs in our initiative. 1)" Mrs. P goes above and beyond to help her students feel love and support. Her dedication to the music program is amazing, often working late nights and weekends to get things done and organized. Thanks for always making your students feel like they matter and spreading kindness!" --anonymous 2) "Mrs. Piscitelli is a truly kindred spirit. She is one of the sweetest teachers I've ever had. She's one of the accepting and understanding person I know. She works hard at what she does and really shows her passion for music and all of her students. She really makes music fun. ❤️ 🎶 " 3) "Mrs. Piscitelli introduced my son to music and has been a constant inspiration to not only him but his classmates as well. She helped him find an outlet for his creativity and has pushed him to learn so many cool things in music. Thanks to Mrs. Piscitelli for being a great teacher, mentor and just in general amazing person! Keep being awesome! "

Today is RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS DAY. Page County Public Schools is celebrating not just today, but all month long, with our Kindness Initiative and TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD. The response has been overwhelming . Remember, if you want to share some words of kindness for an employee, fill out the Google Form https://forms.gle/6hTsyDnwzL5ad99p9 and we will give them a shout out on social media. Thanks, And spread some kindness today!

Per our health plan, we stated we would notify the public of any positive cases relevant to our school system. Please click on the links to read the letters regarding notice for 2/15 and 2/16/22. https://5il.co/15sbv

Per our health plan, we stated we would notify the public of any positive cases relevant to our school system. Please click on the links to read the letters regarding notice for 2/15 and 2/16/22. https://5il.co/15sbr

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Kristen Caton--PE/Health Teacher --Luray High School 1) "This teacher is so nice and helpful to everyone. She respects everyone and is so kind. She is so sweet and just an all around good person!" --Annah Whitmer 2) "She always helps me with anything I need. She cares so much about people and how they feel. I’m always able to talk to about anything I need. She’s a really great person!!" Thank you, Ms. Caton, for always being there for your students. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Kathleen Keim--2nd grade teacher--Springfield Elementary School 1) "Mrs. Keim is the kind of teacher that makes me want to be in her class!!! Her life experiences create this mash up of knowledge that makes her easily relatable and so fascinating! Mrs. Keim knows just how to connect with my child to make him want to be better, to work harder. He still says how much he misses her and would go back to 2nd grade in a hot second! Thank you Mrs. Keim for building up our kids, for pushing them to greatness! I see you and all the work you do. Thank you! "--anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Keim, for making learning engaging and exciting for your students. You are appreciated!

Tell Me Something Good! Sarah Getz--History Teacher/Asst. Girls Basketball Coach--Luray High School"" "Ms. Getz is an amazing teacher and coach. She goes above and beyond for her students and basketball girls. She creates lessons that are engaging & challenges her students to think at higher levels. She supports students social and emotional needs. Ms. Getz connects with her students and makes them all feel loved and heard. Kuddos to her!" --anonymous Thank you, Ms. Getz, for supporting our not only the academic needs of our students, but also their social and emotional needs. You are greatly appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good- Ms. Beth Krall--2nd grade teacher--Luray Elementary School 1) "Ms. Krall has been such an amazing, helpful teacher with our daughter. When our daughter is struggling with understanding something she’s always taken the time out to help her." --anonymous 2) "She is simply awesome! Respectful of each little second graders needs and gets phenomenal results as a result of this knowledge!! She has had two of my grandchildren and has done wonderful things with both of them!!" --Tandy Braid Thank you, Ms. Krall, for being so helpful and respectful to your students. You are appreciated!