Page County Technical Center

Tell Me Something Good-- We will call them as they were identified LOL --"The Circle Ladies" at Luray Elementary School. "I would just like to say Thank you to all the wonderful ladies that man the circle pick up and drop off line. They are out there sweating and freezing and they always have a smile and a wave and a sweet greeting for each kid. Thank you all!" --anonymous Thank you ladies for all you do each day with a smile on your faces. Those smiles mean the world to our students!

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!

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- We are getting so many shout-outs for our wonderful employees. Thank you so much for spreading kindness. Remember, if you want to submit someone for a shout-out, just complete the Google Form, and we will give them a little special attention to let them know you care. https://forms.gle/GoKQ2a3s2zXw7SVh9

This morning we kick off our "Tell Me Something Good" campaign to celebrate Kindness Month. In our first post we thank Ms. Danielle Shenk, a teacher at Stanley Elementary School. The anonymous nomination states "Ms. Shenk has two food allergy kids in her class and she always goes above and beyond to make sure they are included in everything while keeping them safe. She always checks and doubles checks everything or has other safe treats so they do not feel left out. She is a rock star! Thanks for being AMAZING!" Thanks Ms. Shenk for going above an beyond the call of duty to be sure your students are safe and never excluded. Remember, if you'd like to nominate someone for "Tell Me Something Good," complete the Google Form and we will give them a well-deserved shout out.

Page County Public Schools would like to thank all of our School Resource Officers for all they do to keep our students, staff, and administration safe each day. The relationships that they form with our students last a life time. Thanks for the early morning bus duties, the late night sporting events, and all of the other extra curricular events that you attend to not only ensure safety, but support of our students. We appreciate you.

Tell Me Something Good- Our next shout-out goes to Mrs. Laura Yates, Title I Reading Teacher at Stanley Elementary School. Her anonymous submitter states, "Mrs. Yates is always the sweetest lady, she’s always greeting the kids and parents with such a great personality! She’s one of a kind, she goes above and beyond to help all the children with any needs they have!" Thank you, Mrs. Yates, for your positivity and willingness to help others. You are appreciated!

Tell Me Something Good - Mrs. Valerie Ferrell-- Stanley Elementary Mrs. Ferrell received a shout out from an anonymous submitter saying,"Mrs. Ferrell is a wonderful asset to the staff and students at Stanley Elementary. She works tirelessly to support the staff and students. She is kind and easy to work with. Thanks for being so wonderful." Thank you, Valerie, for working so hard for the staff and students of Stanley Elementary. You are are appreciated.

February is Career and Technical Education Month, and at Page County Public Schools we are highlighting the many programs within our division. Luray Middle School Agriculture Class, with teacher Lori DeMille, is participating in a "Plant the Moon" challenge. Only 20 schools in the state of Virginia were chosen for this project using lunar soil (simulant) to determine what growing success is possible . The students are required to submit photos and updates throughout the project.

Tell Me Something Good- Our next shout-out goes to Ms. Teresa Lam at Page County High School, where she serves as the Attendance Secretary and In-School Suspension Coordinator. Her shout-out comes from her co-worker Beth Rowe, who says, "She always has a smile for students and she's a great co-worker and friend. " Great job, Ms. Lam, positivity and good work relationships make our days so much more enjoyable. Thank you for all you do for PCPS!

February is Career and Technical Education Month. Page County Public Schools is highlighting the many programs within our division. FFA members at Page County Middle School facilitate the Fall Festival in conjunction with the Art Club and FCCLA.

This month we are celebrating Career and Technical Educations within our schools. We will highlight the many programs within our division. Students at PCMS, in Ms. Creamer's class, listen to guest speaker, Savannah Henderson, talk about environmental science and animal population.

Tell Me Something Good! Robin Benson, Pre-K teacher at Springfield Elementary School, has received two shout-outs in our campaign. The first comes from Ms. Jennifer Woodward who says, "Robin has been such a blessing to me and my girls since day one! I never pictured my children having to deal with the things they do as their first experience in school, but Robin has made the transition as smooth as she can and I'll be forever grateful to her. My girls absolutely adore her and I know she will always have a special place in their hearts! Thank you Mrs. Benson you are a rock star!!" Her second shout out comes from Ms. Morgan Foster. Mrs. Benson is amazing with this group of kids. Teaching 20 4 year-olds is not an easy task, but she makes it look good! I am so thankful my son has her as his teacher. She is patient with them, yet stern. They know what is expected. Thank you for all you do! Thank you Mrs. Benson, for all you do for Page County Public Schools and the students you serve. You are appreciated.

Next in our "Tell Me Something Good" campaign is Mr. Stacey Kibler. Mr Kibler is a bus driver (#66) for Page County Public Schools. His anonymous submitter says, "Stacey is always kind and positive...I trust my grandkids in his hands to and from school. He seems to be a very cautious driver." Thank you, Mr. Kibler, for taking such great care of our most treasured cargo. We appreciate all you do!

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Erica Unroe- Stanley Elementary-Music Teacher Ms. Unroe received a shout out from an anonymous submitter- "Ms. Unroe goes above and beyond when it comes to teaching music. My daughter is in first grade and absolutely loves her! She is constantly telling me about all the fun and new things that they do in her class. It’s refreshing to see a teacher that is so passionate about her job!" Thank you, Ms. Unroe, for giving so passionately to your students. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Lori Trent- Kindergarten Teacher- Shenandoah Elementary School Ms. Trent receives a shout out from Megan Southers, "Mrs. Trent was an outstanding teacher for my daughter and always went above and beyond to make the bad days good and the good days great. Thank you for always making school better!" Thank you, Ms. Trent for all you give to your students to ensure they have the best possible experience. You are appreciated

February is Career and Technical Education Month. We will be highlighting the many wonderful programs within our schools. FFA members at Page County Middle School celebrated the holidays with sugar cookie decorating.

PCPS Is Spreading Kindness! As part of Page County Public School's Kindness Initiative, we would like students. staff and community members to recognize our employees for the positive contributions they make to our school community. Make someone's day today, spread some kindness. Tell Me Something Good -- Fill out the Google Form below and we will be sure to recognize the Page County Public Schools Employee for all that they do to contribute to our school community. https://forms.gle/Jr5AUQaSZ7YHgYw9A Please share.

In celebration of Career and Technical Education Month we are highlighting some of our programs throughout the division. Here we have students in Ms. Rines' Small Animal Care class at Luray High School reviewing various systems of the body and how they influence the care of our pets. In order to better understand the internal anatomy of pets, like dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and horses, students were challenged to make a 3D skeleton and identify the major bones present.

This month we are celebrating Career and Technical Education within our schools. We will highlight many of the wonderful programs within our division. Luray Middle School Family and Consumer Science class learns about all things sewing.