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Adventist HealthCare, based in Gaithersburg, Md., is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization of dedicated professionals who work together each day to improve the health and well-being of people and communities through a ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing.

Lex the Barber is extremely patient, friendly, kind and non-intrusive to customers.  He's great at reading body language as well as listening to not only the customer's thoughts/opinions but welcomes feedback from parents before customers leave the chair. He is a new addition to Booksy.com.  Please search for him and book him for you or your loved one's next haircut!

Welcome to Shanksville Elementary School; home of the Little Vikes. Our exceptional elementary educates local students in grades pre-kindergarten-5. The pre-k classroom is primarily designed for developmentally (socially and emotionally) young 5 year old students. The class may also include; as space permits; 4 year old students. Kindergarten through grade 5 each have two classes with an average enrollment of 28 students per grade. The elementary school employs one full-time reading specialist who delivers direct services to students in grades kindergarten through grade 3 and consultative services to grades 4 and 5. One learning support teacher provides specially designed instruction to eligible elementary teachers. All teachers primary grade teachers have been formally trained in the Slingerland Multisensory Teaching Approach. The Slingerland method of teaching uses a multisensory method that teaches the child techniques to function successfully in reading; writing; spelling; and speaking. Also; grades 4 and 5 are departmentalized and students rotate to receive instruction in mathematics; reading; science; and social studies. Students are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities such as sports; band; and chorus. Finally; the elementary school continues to use the positive behavior improvement program called ‘Caught Being Good.’ Please feel free to contact any elementary staff member if you require additional information regarding our school.