Who We Are

Located in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley along the I-81 corridor, Shenandoah County Public Schools has over 1,000 teaching and support staff who serve more than 5,600 students (PK-12) in ten schools: three elementary, three middle, three high, and one career and technical school.

Shenandoah County Public Schools also hosts the Massanutten Regional Governor’s School, which serves students from Shenandoah, Page, and Rockingham Counties and the City of Harrisonburg.

Learn More About Our Mission, Vision, Goals, and Beliefs here.

Shenandoah County Public Schools News

  • SHES 5th Graders Celebrated at D.A.R.E. Graduation
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    SHES 5th Graders Celebrated at D.A.R.E. Graduation

    Congratulations to all of the Sandy Hook Elementary School 5th grade D.A.R.E program graduates!

    In a ceremony held Friday morning, Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office SRO R.A. Racey Jr. and Sheriff Tim Carter celebrated all of the students for completing the 10-week course, which included educational talks, role play scenarios and more to help students build the skills to be able to say no not just to drugs, but also bullying and other negative situations, and to help them see the importance of being responsible students, classmates and community members.

    Each student submitted an essay as part of their completion of the program and a student from each fifth grade class was recognized for their outstanding work. Great job everyone!

  • SHS Band, Ensembles Dazzle At Music Winter Extravaganza
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    SHS Band, Ensembles Dazzle At Music Winter Extravaganza

    The Strasburg High School Concert Band, String Ensemble and Combined Symphonic Ensemble dazzled at the annual Music Winter Extravaganza on Wednesday night. Playing a variety of holiday and winter-themed hits, like "Frosty the Snowman," "Carol of the Bells," "Sleigh Ride" and "Christmas Eve/Sarajevo" under the direction of Band & Orchestra Director Devin Esleck, they delivered a wonderful performance in front of a packed gym.

    They closed the show out by teaming up with the Strasburg Choir for a Holiday Sing-Along. Great job everyone!

  • WWRES 2nd Graders Enjoy Roving Chef Event
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    WWRES 2nd Graders Enjoy Roving Chef Event

    Second graders at W. W. Robinson Elementary got a special treat on Friday when they got to take part in a group Roving Chef with our Food Services staff and SFE! After enjoying their lunch and playing a couple holiday-themed games, students followed the directions on their recipe cards and put together delicious Cookie Crumble Cups, which they happily sampled once they were finished.

  • Strasburg Football Wins First-Ever State Title
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    Strasburg Football Wins First-Ever State Title

    Congratulations to the Strasburg High School football team on defeating Glenvar 49-27 in the Class 2 state final Saturday to claim their first-ever football state championship!

  • Friday Update Dec. 12, 2025
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    Friday Update Dec. 12, 2025

    Happy Friday! Here is your Friday Update for Dec. 12, 2025. This will be the last Friday Update until after the holiday break.

    The first semester ends next Friday, December 19. There is no school for students from December 22 to January 5. Students return on January 6, 2025.

    Please remember that teachers are off for the holiday break from December 22 to January 1. During this time, teachers will be spending time with their families and will not be expected to answer messages.

    There are still opportunities to enjoy a holiday concert before the break! We have eight performances scheduled for next week, view the SCPS Events Calendar at www.shenandoah.k12.va.us/calendar to learn more.

    VDOE and the Partnership for People with Disabilities at VCU is sponsoring the 2026 I’m Determined Youth and Family Summit. This in-person three-day event, scheduled for June 9-11 at James Madison University, is open to Virginia students with disabilities ages 14-18 (as of June 9, 2026) and their parents or guardians. Space is limited. Anyone interested in attending the summit must complete and submit the following application by Jan. 11: https://jmu.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=Jcyr8z9yNOUECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D​

    There is a Shenandoah County School Board Organizational Meeting scheduled for January 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. View the agenda on BoardDocs as the date approaches to learn more: https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/shenandoah/Board.nsf/Public​

    Have a safe and happy Winter Break!

  • Students, Staff Honored at December School Board Meeting
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    Students, Staff Honored at December School Board Meeting

    At our December Shenandoah County School Board meeting Thursday evening, we recognized several groups of students and staff for their accomplishments.

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    Congratulations to Central High School Athletic Trainer Mackenzie Enterline on being named the Virginia Athletic Trainers’ Association Secondary School Athletic Trainer of the Year, the SJ FFA Chapter Forestry Team on placing 3rd at the State Fair competition, the Stonewall Jackson High School Boys Cross Country team on placing 3rd at the State Meet, the Strasburg FFA & Ag Soils Teams for sweeping the State Soils competition, the Strasburg High School Cheerleading team for finishing tied for third at at the State Championship, the Strasburg Girls Cross Country team for placing 5th at the State Championship, and the Triplett Tech Carpentry, Electricity and Collision Repair teams for claiming multiple first-place finishes at their SkillsUSA competitions!

  • SHS Choir Performs at Music Winter Extravaganza
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    SHS Choir Performs at Music Winter Extravaganza

    The Strasburg High School choir, comprised of students in On a Side Note and the Singing Rams, kicked off the annual Music Winter Extravaganza on Wednesday night. Singing a variety of holiday and winter-themed hits, like "Jingle Bell Rock," "Run Rudolph Run," and "Carol of the Bells" under the direction of Choir Director Kylene Robinson, they delivered a fantastic performance in front of a packed gym. Great job!

  • SJHS Hosts Orchestra & Choir Winter Concert
    Dec 18, 2025 · Shenandoah County Public Schools
    SJHS Hosts Orchestra & Choir Winter Concert

    Stonewall Jackson High School held its 2025 Orchestra & Choir Winter Concert at Mt. Jackson Town Hall on Wednesday. In front of a beautifully decorated tree and a room packed with family and friends, the Generals choir and orchestra students delivered a wonderful performance. Great job everyone!

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More Important Information

    Notice of Award - Southern Campus Access Road Engineering

    Notice of Award - Southern Campus Access Road Engineering

    School Safety Alert Messaging

    Shenandoah County Public Schools takes the safety of our students and staff very seriously. In the event of an incident involving school safety, there are protocols in place to protect everyone on our campuses. Please click here for our communication plan on how we will notify our families and keep them updated throughout the process.

    Cell Phone Free Education

    Following approval of a new policy by the Shenandoah County School Board, SCPS schools began instituting a bell-to-bell policy that requires all students to put away their cell phones and personal electronic communication devices, including airpods and smart watches, for the entirety of the school day. Please click here to read the policy in its entirety.

    Edulog Parent Portal App Info for Bus Riders

    The Edulog Parent Portal app is free to parents, caregivers, and students. It will show you what time the bus will be at your stop and the current GPS location of the bus. You can also receive a notification when the bus is getting close to your stop. Please click here to get more information on how to download and use the app.

    Text Message Opt-In Information

    Shenandoah County Public Schools utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more. Please click here to learn more about how to opt-in from your mobile device.

    FOIA Information

    The Shenandoah County School Board is committed to full compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Please click here for more information about FOIA requests.

    The school division's designated FOIA Officer is Kevin Trudgeon, 600 North Main Street Woodstock, VA 22664 (540) 459-6222. Email: kbtrudgeon@shenandoah.k12.va.us

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SRO Provides Warm Smiles On Cold Mornings
SRO Provides Warm Smiles On Cold Mornings

W. W. Robinson Elementary SRO Deputy Thompson was out greeting students with a warm smile in the morning despite the cold temps!

Strasburg Football Routs Poquoson In State Semis
Strasburg Football Routs Poquoson In State Semis

The Strasburg Football team rolled to a 31-10 win over Poquoson in the Class 2 State Semifinals, punching their return ticket to Salem for the state championship game.

WWRES Preschoolers Make Santa Hats
WWRES Preschoolers Make Santa Hats

Ms. Katie’s preschool class at W.W. Robinson Elementary School made their own Santa hats for Wear a Christmas Hat Day as part of \theirr 12 Days of Christmas Dress Up Days!

SHS Reindeer Relay Brings Community Together
SHS Reindeer Relay Brings Community Together

Strasburg and Signal Knob students joined community members for the SHS Reindeer Relay. Sponsored by the Strasburg Cross Country Team and FCCLA chapter, participants ran laps at Rams Stadium as a team or as individuals and enjoyed games, hot chocolate and cookie-decorating stations. All proceeds benefited Coach Tripp Lamb and his family.

SHES 2nd Graders Take Part In Roving Chef Event
SHES 2nd Graders Take Part In Roving Chef Event

Mrs. Kiser's second-grade class at Sandy Hook Elementary School was visited by Southwest Food Excellence, which hosted a roving chef event to recognize their outstanding school-wide attendance in October. During lunch, students participated in a culinary workshop, learning about kitchen safety, reading a recipe, and creating their own dessert. Thanks to SFE staff members Jami Toman, Lauren Mayer, and Jenna Good for hosting this event at Sandy Hook!

ALES Hosts Veterans Day Parade
ALES Hosts Veterans Day Parade

Thank you to everyone who participated in our annual Ashby-Lee Elementary School Veterans Day Parade! With cold temperatures pushing the parade inside, students and staff lined the hallways and waved American flag as veterans and their families paraded through the school. A special thank you to the Stonewall Jackson High School Marching Band for performing in the sunken stage throughout the duration of the parade!

Triplett Staff Serve Up Thanksgiving Lunch
Triplett Staff Serve Up Thanksgiving Lunch

Triplett Tech held its annual Thanksgiving Lunch on Thursday, where staff served the students a delicious meal of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and rolls prepared by Chef Cross and her Culinary Arts students.

ALES 3rd Graders Enjoy Roving Chef Lunch
ALES 3rd Graders Enjoy Roving Chef Lunch

Mr. Lohr's third grade class at Ashby-Lee Elementary School was rewarded for having excellent attendance with a Roving Chef lunch!

Food Service staff served up a delicious lunch of pizza, vegetables and fruit, before walking the students through the making of Graveyard Dirt Pudding bowls for a special dessert. Students learned how to read a recipe, follow directions and enjoyed their delicious finished product,