School Administration

Merilee Grubb, Principal

• Email: mgrubb@ocss-va.org
• Phone: 540-661-4520 ext. 3028

Ms. Merilee Grubb was graciously appointed the principal of Lightfoot Elementary School July 1, 2019. Ms. Grubb previously served as the assistant principal of Locust Grove Primary and Elementary Schools from 2017 to 2019. Mrs. Grubb earned a bachelor’s degree in English and Linguistics, a Master’s in Elementary Education, and completed her Educational Leadership degree from the University of Mary Washington. Ms. Grubb also taught classroom management at the University of Mary Washington to prospective teachers. Ms. Grubb taught in a variety of K-8 classrooms for more than 15 years, earning her National Board Certification, and partnered with teachers as an instructional coach for another 4 years before coming to Orange County.

Ms. Grubb loves her Lightfoot Elementary School family. “I have been fortunate to serve as principal for four years to the most PAWSitive students, staff, parents and community. The Lightfoot  community is a talented and passionate group of educators. I pride myself on building relationships with students, staff, parents and the community to provide the highest quality education to all students of Lightfoot Elementary School.”

January 12, 2025

Dear Timberwolf Families,

Together we have a VISION to ensure our students have the content knowledge and skills they need for college and career opportunities. 

Science Tutoring for Fifth Grade starts Monday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 AM. Permission forms did not go out due to inclement weather; however, we would love to have your Fifth Grader here for the next two weeks (M, T, TH, F). Kylie, a fifth grader states:

“I really like Science tutoring this year. You learn something new every single day! The teachers there are really nice and super funny! On the last day of Science Tutoring in the Fall, we learned about solutions and mixtures. We made pancakes, and we even got to eat some. I think everybody should go to Science tutoring. You learn a lot and have a lot of fun!” 

Tutoring for Math and Reading will start up on Monday, January 27, 2025. 

Be present, be proud, be PAWSitive!

Stay PAWSitive Timberwolves!

Sincerely,

Merilee R. Grubb, Principal

Important upcoming dates:
1/13/25 First Day of Third Quarter 
1/13/25-1/22/25 Grade 3 VALLS assessments
1/13/25-1/24/25 Grade 5 Science Tutoring (M, T, TH, F)
1/14/25 Report Cards go home
1/16/25 Theme Thursday (Twin Day - dress like each other)
1/16/25 Grade 4 visit from Jamestown at LES
1/16/25 PTA Meeting in Library 4:15-5:15 (Let office staff know if you want your child to stay at school if you are attending)
1/17/25 LES Spelling BEE
1/20/25 No School For Students or Staff
1/23/25 OCPS Spelling BEE at OCHS 6 PM
1/24/25 Tentative Movie Night 6:00 PM (no drop offs, no use of cellphones or other electronic devices during the movie)
1/27-2/28  (M, F 9 Reading Sessions and T, TH 10 Math Sessions)
1/27/25 Kids Heart Challenge Kickoff during PE classes
1/31/25 Hat Day $1 for PTA