Meet the Administrators
The Faculty and staff would like to welcome you to our school. We are here to provide quality education in a safe and secure environment! Our principal, assistant principals, office staff, counselors, teachers, and support staff are ready to work with you as partners in your child's education. Contact PES Staff anytime if you have questions, comments, or concerns.
Principal's Message
“Knowledge is your passport to unlock a whole new world
The journey begins here at Pinewood Elementary.”
🌟 Welcome Pinewood Elementary Families! 🌟
We are thrilled you have chosen Pinewood Elementary for your educational needs.
📈 Celebrating Our Success
In 2025, we achieved 60% of the total points toward our school grade, an impressive 11-point increase from 2024! Thanks to this progress, Pinewood Elementary is now a “B” school, just 2 percentage points away from an “A”!
This achievement reflects the dedication of our students, staff, and families. Let’s keep the momentum going!
🏫 Pinewood Aftercare Registration
Our aftercare program offers a supportive and engaging environment for students starting in VPK to grade 5 and includes field trips, fun activities, and a dedicated homework hour with certified teachers to help students stay on track academically.
🍽️ Important Meal Benefits Update
All students will continue to receive free breakfast through the USDA Universal Free Breakfast Program.
However, due to changes in funding, BCPS requires applications for free and reduced-price lunch.
📅 Apply now at:
🔗 http://www.myschoolapps.com
🎭 A Well-Rounded Student Experience
At Pinewood Elementary, we believe in nurturing the whole child. Throughout the year, our students participate in enriching field trips and enjoy a wide range of extracurricular activities, including:
• Student Government
• Chorus and Drama
• 5000 Role Models of Excellence
• Safety Patrol
• Sports Club
• Morning News TV Crew
✨ Academic Excellence Opportunities
We proudly offer Gifted and High Achievers classes as well as acceleration opportunities for highly talented scholars, ensuring every student can reach their fullest potential.
🤝 Join Our PTA
Our Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) plays a vital role in creating a strong school community. By joining the PTA, families can collaborate with teachers and staff to support student success, organize events, and advocate for resources that enhance learning. Your involvement makes a difference—together, we can achieve even more for our scholars!
Thank you for being part of the Pinewood Elementary family, where:
We Care – We Learn – We Achieve.
Warm regards,
Josianne Valme
The Luckiest Principal
Assistant Principal
Office Administrators
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