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Shenandoah Elementary reports test gains, attendance push; local 'Making a Difference' backpack ministry honored
Summary
Shenandoah Elementary staff presented improved test results — including a jump in fifth‑grade science pass rates — described attendance and mentoring initiatives, and the board recognized the Making a Difference backpack ministry as volunteer of the month. The ministry provides weekend food bags and currently serves about 73 students weekly.
Shenandoah Elementary teachers and leaders presented academic and engagement highlights to the Page County School Board on March 27, reporting gains in standardized measures, new attendance incentives and community partnerships.
During a brief ceremonial portion of the meeting Scarlett McCloud, a fifth grader at Shenandoah Elementary, led the Pledge of Allegiance. The board then recognized the Making a Difference backpack ministry as the district’s volunteer of the month. Division staff said the ministry began in February (the transcript notes formation by about…
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