Luray High School

We would like to send a shout out to our counseling department for the hours they have put in over the last 2 days to serve our seniors as they submitted scholarships and to ensure that items were ready to go for distribution. We are so grateful for Sherry Grogg-Mathews, Sarah Lam, and Ellen Lukasavage! Our counselors rock!

Senior Spotlight - Alex Byrne came to Luray in 8th grade and made wonderful friends. She is proud to be a Bulldog. Alex plans on attending Lord Fairfax Community College in the fall and then wants to transfer to a four year college. She hopes to be a veterinarian.

LHS Senior Spotlight - Trevor Hasse loved getting to spend his senior year at LHS! He participated in football—earning second-team All-District—and basketball. He was a co-leader of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes meetings this year. Trevor loves being a part of the worship team at his church, Mt. Carmel. He is planning to attend Bob Jones University in the fall to major in Business Management.

SAT Update: College Board has cancelled the May and June SAT administrations. They will potentially be offering SAT administrations every month through the end of the calendar year, beginning in August. This includes a new administration in September and the previously scheduled tests on August 29, October 3, November 7, and December 5. These dates are subject to change so please check the College Board website. Students will be able to register for these administrations beginning in May at collegeboard.org. Eligible students will be able to take the exam with a fee waiver. Students who were registered for June and those in the high school class of 2021 who don't have SAT scores will have early access to registration for the August, September, and October administrations.

Here is the link to register for the Positive Coach Alliance online class. https://positivecoach.org/course-sign-up?fbclid=IwAR1GGsQy_k5pv4t_7kuq1Lr4lQ6vnRNSfG-HD459xuWrgHHVt3OD7Ye2cw4

For Interested Student-Athletes Ages 12-18: Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) is a- national nonprofit that partners with schools and youth sport organizations across the country to help administrators enhance and maintain a positive, character-building culture for student-athletes. PCA has decided to offer our Athlete online course for FREE until April 30th. If any student-athletes are interested in taking the course, have their parents register them. Click here to learn more. (Please note that this course is intended for athletes from 12 - 18 years-old. As long as an athlete is registered by April 30th, they will have access to the course for 10 months.) Also, PCA has put together some resources for how to help athletes, coaches, parents, and administrators dealing with the impact of COVID-19 on our "Ask PCA" blog: - Dealing with Disappointment During Coronavirus Cancellations, Postponements - Coronavirus: A Real Teaching Moment for PCA Coaches - Leading Through Crisis: Concepts, Behaviors and What Youth Sports Leaders Can Learn from the NBA

LHS Senior Spotlight - Elijah Dale played football (4years), track (4 years), and baseball (2years). Elijah was involved in the Spanish Club, Campaigners for Christ, and FBLA. Elijah is attending JMU in the fall and will major in Accounting.

LHS Senior Spotlight - Bree Hite played varsity soccer for four years. She was a member of the LHS Symphonic Band for one year, Marching Band for two years, Discovery Club and Makers Club. After graduation, Bree plans to pursue a degree in art.

Reminder that all local scholarships are due today, April 15th. You may either submit your scholarships by email to Mrs. Grogg-Mathews or Mrs. Lam or drop off at LHS from 9 - 12 or 1 - 4 on April 15th. Please include a list of the scholarships

LHS Senior Spotlight - While attending Luray High School, Dylan McAlister completed the electrity program at Page County Technical Center. Dylan also played varsity baseball  for 1 year. Dylan plans to join the workforce after graduation.

LHS Senior Spotlight - Tayla Wright is a senior at both Luray High School and Massanutten Regional Governor’s School. She will be graduating with an Associate’s Degree from Lord Fairfax Community College which will coincide with her high school diploma. During her four years at Luray High School, Tayla has been an active member of Leadership Club, National Honor Society, French Club, Interact, Campaigners for Christ, and served as Luray High School’s FCCLA Chapter President for two years. Tayla plans to attend James Madison University in the fall to pursue a career in Justice Studies.

Week three: How are you staying active and healthy at home? Are you preparing new and healthy meals or enjoying time outdoors? Capture how you’re staying well! Entries are due by April 21st! Email entries to Mrs. Benson (msmith@pagecounty.k12.va.us) or Mrs. Campbell (cecampbell@pagecounty.k12.va.us). The winning entry for each week will be posted on the LHS Facebook page and mailed a $50 Walmart gift card!

Congratulations to Blake Dean, winner of the Week 2 PACA challenge! https://drive.google.com/open?id=11quYILuPOTEMDhZUmKvVujjZYyJKU15U

Attention Seniors and Senior Parents - We will be giving all seniors a 1/4 page ad in the LHS yearbook for school year 2019-2020. In order to be included, please submit 3 or 4 pictures (not cap and gown) to Steve Johnson (sjohnson@pagecounty.k12.va.us). Along with these pictures, we are asking for parents to submit a quote, encouraging thoughts, etc. to your senior.

LHS Senior Spotlight - During his time at LHS, Michael was a member of Campaigners for Christ Club for 3 years, Spanish Club for 4 years, National Honors Society for one year, and was an inaugural member of the Spanish Honors Society. Michael represented his school by joining the LHS Golf Team for 2 years. He also was our first senior who competed on the LHS Debate Team. During the Debate Team season, Michael placed 4th in the Region for the Virginia High School League and placed 2nd in the Virginia Catholic Forensics League State Finals. Michael will be attending Liberty University in pursuit of a Law and Policy Major. He also plans to join the Liberty University Debate Team and hopes to represent Liberty by joining the Shotgun Team.

LHS Senior Spotlight - Erin Sours says she is on a mission to spread happiness, respect others and help others whenever a helping hand is needed! She has been involved in the following: TRI-M, National Honors Society, Spanish Club (also Vice President), Colorguard Captain, LHS Aspire Winterguard, Choir, Campaigners for Christ and Percussion. Erin plans to continue her education and go into the medical field and work as a Trauma Nurse.

Attention Current 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th Graders: Please remember to complete your course selections for the 2020-2021 school year by May 1st. You may do this by completing the Google form that was emailed to you or you may return the paper course selection sheet that is included with your report card. Paper course selection sheets can be mailed to: LHS, 243 Bulldog Drive, Luray, VA 22835. Please email Mrs. Lam or Mrs. Grogg-Mathews with any questions. We are also monitoring our voicemail messages.

ATTENTION SENIORS: This is a reminder that all local scholarships are due April 15th. You may either submit your scholarships by email to Mrs. Grogg-Mathews or Mrs. Lam or drop off at LHS from 9 - 12 or 1 - 4 on April 15th. Please include a list of the scholarships you are applying for as well as copies of all required documents. If you have any questions, please let us know as soon as possible.

Below is the information for tonight's School Board meeting for those who would like to join remotely: Topic: PCPS School Board Mtg 4-13-20 Time: Apr 13, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78846920474?pwd=YXZPM0hBaGlaQjlpc0VBMUJtUjBsZz09 Meeting ID: 788 4692 0474 Password: 4QajWX Please share.

LHS Senior Spotlight - Lucas Rowe plays many instruments including guitar, drums, ukelele, bass guitar, and a little piano. He is planning on joining the military in the near future. He enjoyed writing and technology classes in high school.