Luray High School

Senior Spotlight - Gary Knott III was a member of the FFA and also took automotive classes at the Page County Technical Center. After graduation, Gary plans to enter the work force for a year and then plans to advance his career in the mechanic industry by attending UTI in July 2021.

Senior Spotlight - Lukas Lang completed two years at the Page County Technical Center in the electricity program. He plans to purse an electrical apprenticeship with the future goal of becoming a master electrician. He played JV Baseball for 1 year for the Luray Bulldogs . Lukas' hobbies consist of fishing and hunting.

Senior Spotlight - While at Luray High School, Jordan Windle played Varsity Football for 4 years.  Jordan plans to attend James Madison University in the Fall, majoring in Business. 

LHS Senior Spotlight - While attending Luray High School, Kylie Webb completed the CNA course at Page County Technical Center. Kylie was also a member of FCCLA for 3 years. Kylie plans to attend LFCC to further her education in nursing. She also plans to continue working as a CNA for Skyview Springs while working to get her LPN.

See the attached press releases regarding changes and additions to the meal delivery program.

Attention Families: Beginning Friday, April 17, 2020, those families receiving meals will receive multiple days worth of meals during each delivery. Deliveries will now be made on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Friday deliveries will now also include meals for the weekend. Meals are for any child in Page County who is 18 and under, there are no financial qualifications. The child does NOT need to be enrolled in Page County Public Schools. It is not too late to sign up to request meals, call or text 540-860-0848, or complete the form on the PCPS website, pagek12.org COVID-19 page. Thank you.

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.