Cindy Klimaitis has been in public education for over twenty-five years. She earned her undergraduate degree from Bluefield State College in Elementary Education, a Master’s Degree from Virginia Tech in Curriculum and Instruction,  an Ed.S from Virginia Tech in Educational Leadership, and a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Virginia Tech. Prior to becoming an administrator, Cindy was a teacher for 16 years in multiple grade levels including Special Education and as a Reading Specialist. Cindy has been an administrator with Roanoke County Public Schools for over a decade. She is proud to be a life-long learner alongside her staff and students at Oak Grove Elementary. Cindy is an advocate for student engagement and Stem education in the classroom. She believes all students have the ability to create and problem-solve in their unique ways. Cindy is married to Ken Klimaitis and together they have a son and twin daughters. Cindy enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and fur babies. She also enjoys hiking, traveling, and reading a good novel on a sandy beach.

Jennifer Gravely has been in public education for seventeen years. She earned her undergraduate degree from Concord University, and a Master’s Degree from Averett University. Jennifer has been in a variety of roles including a classroom teacher, an Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Student Intervention Specialist, and an Instructional Coach. This is Jennifer’s second year as an administrator with Roanoke County Public Schools. She strives for providing a safe, fun, and engaging environment for all students, staff and families. Jennifer looks forward to working to ensure that the needs of every student at Oak Grove Elementary are met this school year.