Dear Pine Grove Area Families,

As Acting Principal I am excited to welcome you to the 2025–2026 school year and I will also like to congratulate Sandra Burns on her retirement. If you are joining our school community for the first time or are a returning family, we are thrilled to have you with us. This year promises to be filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences for every child.

At PGAES, we believe that students come first. Every decision we make is guided by our commitment to promote growth, achievement and success where each child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff will work together as a team to ensure that every student feels valued, challenged, and supported in reaching their fullest potential.

We are excited about the opportunities this school year will bring — from engaging lessons and school-wide events and family partnerships. We know that student success is a shared responsibility, and we encourage you to stay involved by communicating regularly with your child’s teacher, participating in school events, and joining our parent organization. Together, we can make this a truly exceptional year.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. We look forward to partnering with you to make PGAES a place where every student loves to learn and grow. Let’s make this year our best one yet!

With enthusiasm and gratitude!

Corey Mentzer

Acting Principal

Pine Grove Area Elementary

(570) 345-2731 ext337

cmentzer@pgasd.com

"Promoting Growth, Achievement, Success, and Direction for all children."