Shenandoah Elementary School

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Amanda Weaver--School Counselor--Page County Middle School "Thanks to Ms. Weaver for all the hard work she does to help her students with anything they may need. Thanks for building relationships with them! We appreciate you!" --Anonymous

Tell Me Something Good -- Ms. Lynn Swartzlander--Science/Social Studies 4th Grade--Stanley Elementary "Sweet & sincere! Always finding fun ways to engage the students to want to learn"--Donna Thank you, Ms. Swartzlander, for finding ways to engage your students in the classroom. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Deputy Brian Caviness--School Resource Officer --Page County High School "Speaking from my past three years at PCHS, one of my favorite people in here is Officer C. He’s such a good role model for each student and he’s fun to be around. For the past three years he’s always made me laugh each time I was around him. From seeing him in the hallways, basketball games, and even in public, he’s always on his toes with jokes, especially when him and Mr. Cale are together. I can definitely say I wouldn’t be able to survive high school without him, and I'm super thankful to have him to run to when I have rough days! "--Bree Thank you, Deputy Caviness, for all you do for Page County High School and the school division. You, and all of the other SROs, are an important part of our school community, and you are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mr. David Cale, Principal and Ms. Shannon Hawkins, Assistant Principal--Page County High School To Mr. Cale: "Mr. Cale has done a remarkable job leading PCHS through a very tough few years of education. He communicates thoroughly with his staff and encourages them at every turn. He takes the time to get to know the students in the building and help support their education. It has been a gift to have a hard working leader during these stressful and challenging times, and I wanted to express gratitude for all of his efforts."--Anonymous "He Is always doing what is right by all students, and is willing to listen and help in anyway he can."--Anonymous To Ms. Hawkins: "She is always working towards doing what is best for all students. She always listens to what students and staff need. She has been an amazing addition to PCHS." --Anonymous Thank you, Mr. Cale and Ms. Hawkins, for all you do to support the students and staff of Page County High School. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Brenda Williams--Kindergarten Teacher--Luray Elementary School "Mrs. Williams is such a warm, kind teacher!! We all know how hard kindergarten can be for little kids to adjust to, but she is so patient and understanding. It’s also such a cute treat for the kids to be able to play with her dog. She’s a wonderful teacher!!"--Anonymous "Mrs. Williams is a teacher who demonstrates the true art of educating our young children. She provides a firm foundation for them as a kindergarten teacher. She provides my child with a loving and caring learning environment. She is a super star in my eyes! "--Anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Williams, for offering a warm and caring environment for your students. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Cassie Bailey--Instructional Coach--Luray Elementary School "Wow! Mrs. Bailey is an amazing asset to LES! She has the heart of an educator. She assists in the growth our students and lends a helping hand to the teachers! She gives so much to our school! Rocking it!" Thank you, Mrs. Bailey, for being a valuable resource for the teachers of Luray Elementary School. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Laura Milford--English Teacher--Luray High School "Ms. Milford treats all of her students as true equals. When I struggled with my identity, she was open with me and wanted to help me as much as she possibly could. She also is an incredible color guard instructor! Genuinely an amazing teacher, instructor, and friend. <3" --Anonymous Thank you, Ms. Milford, for always being there to support our students academically and personally. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Carla Whiteside--Nutritional Services--Page County High School "Carla always makes sure the kids are greeted with a smile. She can always pick out the kids that need a little encouragement and try’s to put a smile on their face and encourage them to do their best in life."--Anonymous Thank you, Ms. Whiteside, for always having a smile, and for being able to spot those who need a little extra encouragement along the way. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good--- Ms. Shannon Painter--Kindergarten Teacher--Stanley Elementary School "I appreciated her so much when my daughter struggled and was nervous. It’s because of her that my daughter now enjoys school."--Anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Painter, for making your students feel welcome and comfortable. You have made lasting impressions, and you are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Debra Jones--Geometry Teacher--Page County High School "Ms. Jones cares a lot for her students, and is always listening to what you have to say. She cares deeply about her subject and makes sure everyone understands what she is teaching. She has helped with making my first year here at PCHS much easier!"-- Addison Eppard Thank you, Ms. Jones, for sharing your knowledge, and for showing kindness to your students. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Deputy Rob Marshall--SRO--Springfield Elementary School "We. Love. Him. Every child at Springfield is his grandson or daughter. He plays with them at recess, has inside jokes with them, he makes them feel safe and know that he can be trusted. In a time of distrust towards law enforcement, Deputy Marshall shows each child that most LEOs are good people who can be trusted and will always help."--Fallon Brumback Thank you, Deputy Marshall, for all you do for the Springfield Community. You are very much appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Mary Reed--PreK Assistant--Luray Elementary School "Mary Reed is doing her first year at LES as a Pre-K assistant. Mary is always smiling and always willing to help. She has a kind soul and truly loves the students she works with. Mary has been such a blessing in the building for so many."--Shannon Dean Thank you, Ms. Reed, for always lending a helping hand. We are glad you are part of the PCPS family. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Lauren Deavers--4th Grade Teacher--Stanley Elementary School "Mrs. Deavers brings passion and a smile to the classroom each day. She makes her students feel safe and welcome in her room and provides them with the comfort of knowing her classroom is a place to learn. With an infectious smile and a "Good morning friends", she starts each day with the intent on making a difference. We are very lucky to have her in Page County."--Anonymous Thank you, Ms. Deavers, for the positive impact you have on your students each day. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mr. Jason Flatley--Spanish Teacher--Page County High School "Mr.Flatley is an amazing Spanish teacher. He makes Spanish fun and interesting and cares about how well his students do. Not only does he teach you about Spanish, but he also goes into great detail about the trips that he has taken to Spanish speaking places which makes the class more fun."--Anonymous " Mr. Flatley is one of the kindest people I have ever met! You can tell he is so passionate about what he teaches and it shines through everything he says and does. He is very humble and rarely takes credit for all the things he does and for all the students he helps. He makes learning easy and fun while teaching one of the toughest subjects! I am honored to have had him as my teacher in high school and his class gave me valuable skills to excel in my future career! "-- Anonymous Thank you, Mr. Flatley, for instilling a love of learning a different language in our students. You have made lasting impressions, and you are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Whitney Dinges--School Counselor--Luray Elementary School "Whitney is absolutely fantastic at what she does & all the children adore her. She gives the children the confidence they need to succeed. She is also so encouraging to each and every one of them. She is a true blessing to Luray Elementary!"--Anonymous Thank you, Ms. Dinges, for being so encouraging and positive to the children of Luray Elementary School. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Ms. Carolyn Horn--Assistant/Bus Driver--Luray Elementary School "Carolyn is a Huge asset to the school system, she is always seen doing a different job. She started out as an assistant at Luray Middle and transferred to the elementary school. She can be seen in the classroom, nurses office, secretary position, and ISS. She also puts in the time as a bus driver for our students. I always enjoy going in and seeing smiling, friendly face at the front desk. "--Anonymous Thank you, Ms. Horn, for your dedication to Page County Public Schools. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Carrie Owens--4th Grade Teacher--Luray Elementary School "Mrs. Owens goes above and beyond with my child. She loves and treats all of her students as one of her own children. We are thankful to have her at LES as a mentor, a guide and a beacon of light! Thank you Mrs. Owens for all you do!"--Anonymous

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Aude Bauserman--Science/French Teacher--Luray High School "Mrs. Bauserman is a teacher who truly cares about my child’s education. She works tirelessly in creating lessons that prepares my child for not only for the semester but Beyond. The PCPS community is very blessed to have a teacher who cares so much for her students."--Anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Bauserman, for caring for our students and preparing them for the future. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Plum --1st Grade Teacher--Shenandoah Elementary School "We are so thankful for Mrs. Plum! She goes above and beyond for her students and it does not go unnoticed. We are thankful for her kindness and offering extra tutoring for her students to make sure they succeed. She truly cares about all of her students and we are so appreciative of that! She has made this school year so special to our daughter!"--Meagan Painter Thank you, Ms. Plum, for giving your students the extra time and attention they need in order to be successful. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. You are appreciated.

Tell Me Something Good-- Mrs. Sarah Lam--School Counselor--Luray High School "Sarah Lam is so sweet, kind and very caring about the students. She goes above and beyond to listen to each one, help them, give suggestions and find the best solutions to help each student. She will reach out if she sees a student is having a bad day and offers to talk if needed. She has the best listening ear, and for listening to parents/guardians also! Mrs. Lam is amazing in keeping a parent/guardian informed with calls on concerns or even passing along wonderful news your child has accomplished. Her kindness and smile never ends! Mrs. Lam is a great counselor and a huge asset to Luray High!"--Anonymous Thank you, Mrs. Lam, for looking out for the best interests of our students, and for always offering an encouraging word. You are appreciated.