Waynesboro

Augusta Free Press: Waynesboro High School golf team celebrates first time at regions in nearly 15 years. Click the link to read the full article: https://bit.ly/3BwpXTN

Reminder! 📆 Tomorrow, December 19, is an early release day! PK: 12:20 PM Elementary: 12:40 PM KCMS: 1:15 PM WHS: 1:20 PM 🚨 No school for students from December 20 through January 3.

📢 REMINDER: Are you ready to make a difference for students as a teacher? The RTR Teacher Residency Program at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), in partnership with Waynesboro Public Schools, offers an incredible hands-on, school-based teacher preparation experience! 🔑 What’s in it for you? ✅ Full salary and benefits for bachelor’s degree seekers ✅ A stipend to cover the cost of your education ✅ Eligibility for teacher licensure in elementary, secondary, or special education 💡 Whether you have an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, one of RTR's pathways could be the next step in your journey to becoming an educator! 🖥️ APPLY TODAY at teachrtr.org ⏳ Applications close February 1, 2025. Let’s grow the future of education together! 🌟 #WPSstrong #TeacherResidency

Augusta Free Press: Community partnerships create success at Wenonah Elementary students. Click link to read the full article: https://bit.ly/4fhcHQE

🎙️ KCMS Debate Team Shines! Recently the KCMS Debate Team competed at Journey Middle School in Charlottesville, VA, going head-to-head with schools like Tandem, Buford, Peabody, and Lakeside. 👏 All students performed incredibly, but special congratulations go to: 🏅 Briley Anderson & Rachel Goodberry - 4th place out of 23 teams! 🏅 Briley Anderson - 2nd ranked speaker out of 43 participants! We're so proud of these talented students for representing KCMS so well. Check out the group photos from the event below! 📸

Celebrating Togetherness WPS central office staff gathered for a holiday celebration, enjoying food, laughter, and festive fun! Teams from across departments even got a chance to take pictures with Santa. A huge thank you to The Barn Restaurant Waynesboro for their generous donation of food that made this event extra special. We’re grateful for your support and kindness! Wishing everyone a season filled with joy, connection, and togetherness. 💜

Newsvirginian: Shavea Torain brings an old school mentality to the court. Click the link to read the full story [behind a paywall]: https://bit.ly/3OV5drR

🌟Waynesboro Public Schools would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Rick Wheeler for his dedicated service as a school board member. Rick’s presence on the board was always a bright spot, keeping everyone laughing and bringing a ray of light to every meeting. His positive energy and commitment to our community made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for all he has done for Waynesboro Public Schools. Thank you, Rick, for your years of service and for making a difference! 💙 #ThankYouRick #WPSstrong #CommunitySupport

🏌️‍♂️ The Waynesboro School Board proudly recognized the Waynesboro High School Golf Team members who qualified for regionals! 👏 Congratulations to: Jackson Darden Drew Matherly Jack Straight Jasper McNicholas Jack Blaylock Ryan Harlow We celebrate your hard work and achievements on the course. Way to go, Little Giants! ⛳💪 #WPSstrong #WaynesboroGolf #StudentAthletes

👏 The Waynesboro School Board proudly recognized Mrs. Julie Stevens, Head Coach, Troy Argenbright, Assistant Coach and the Waynesboro High School Cross Country Teams for their outstanding achievements this season! 🌟 Boys Regional Qualifiers: Dylan Colander Grayson Norris Max Missal Ross Williamson Owen Morningstar Ryan Briggs Zach Ketchum Girls Regional & State Qualifiers: Macy Rowe: 6th at Regionals, 15th at States Lydia Kimmell Reagan Allen Lacey Keagy Alexis Austin Amelia Kimmell Emma Carver Alternates: Kaitlyn Keagy, Sierra Sloat, Rachel Allen, Rowan Morris Congratulations to these talented athletes and their coaches for their hard work, determination, and incredible accomplishments! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💪 #WPSstrong #WaynesboroXC #StudentAthletes

👏 The Waynesboro School Board proudly recognized Mrs. Amber Lipscomb, Vice-Chair of the School Board, for her leadership and service! Mrs. Lipscomb represented Waynesboro as a delegate member in the 2024 VSBA Delegate Assembly at the VSBA Annual Conference held in Williamsburg, VA, on November 21, 2024. Thank you, Mrs. Lipscomb, for your dedication to our schools and community! #WPSstrong #Leadership #WaynesboroSchools

🎉🏛️ Congratulations to WHS Latin Students! 🏛️🎉 Over Thanksgiving break, Waynesboro High School Latin students had an incredible experience at the 72nd VJCL Latin Convention in Richmond. Competing alongside nearly 1,300 students from over 60 schools across Virginia, our small delegation brought home numerous awards and 1st place in the Spirit Competition! Here are some of the fantastic results: ✨ Aurora Langberg: 2nd in Dramatic Interpretation (in Latin!), 3rd in Large Model, 5th in Mottoes, 5th in Costume Contest, 7th in Impromptu Art ✨ Isabella McClanahan: 4th in Derivatives, 8th in Reading Comprehension, 9th in Vocabulary, 10th in Mythology, 7th in Sight Latin Reading ✨ Gerry Irungu: 8th in Roman Life, 8th in Sight Latin Reading ✨ Kevin Morales: 6th in Sight Latin Reading ✨ Emily Ward: 7th in Mosaic ✨ Emina Sati: 5th in Mosaic, 5th in Poster, 6th in Large Model, 10th in Greeting Card, 4th in Sight Latin Reading ✨ Caroline Ward: 6th in Mosaic, 7th in Storytelling 🏆 Spirit Competition: 1st place!! We are so proud of our students’ hard work and dedication to celebrating Latin and Greek culture. Way to represent Waynesboro High School! 💛💜

✨ December Dates to Remember! ✨ 📅 Early Release Day 🗓 Date: December 19, 2024 ⏰ Times: Pre-K: 12:20 PM Elementary: 12:40 PM KCMS: 1:15 PM WHS: 1:20 PM 📅 Winter Break 🗓 Dates: December 20, 2024 - January 3, 2025 (No school for students during this time.) 🌟 Inclusive Schools Month Let’s celebrate the importance of creating learning environments where all students feel valued, supported, and included.

Want to be a teacher? Ready to make a difference for students? The RTR Teacher Residency Program at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in partnership with Waynesboro Public Schools offers a hands-on, school-based teacher preparation experience. Through both graduate and undergraduate pathways, residents gain the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience needed to be effective educators. If you already have your associate or bachelor’s degree, one of our pathways could be right for you! This program also offers: a full salary and benefits as an employee of the school division for those pursuing their bachelor’s degree a stipend to cover the cost of your degree or certificate in education, leading to teacher licensure eligibility in elementary, secondary, or special education for graduate and undergraduate pathways APPLY TODAY at teachrtr.org! Applications close February 1, 2025.

The Waynesboro School Board will meet on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Central Office in the Boardroom at 7:00 p.m. To access the agenda for the meeting please use the link below: https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/waynesboro/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D2GMFT5AB6AA Click "View the Agenda" from the center of the page to view the full agenda. f you can't join us in person, you can livestream the meeting by using this Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89048001287?pwd=S2NBcnhIUU1INE1obmhTcittazhKdz09

Our School Board meets on Tuesday, December 10th at 7pm at Central Office (301 Pine Avenue, Waynesboro). If you can't join us in person, you can livestream the meeting by using this Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89048001287?pwd=S2NBcnhIUU1INE1obmhTcittazhKdz09

🍁 Dear Families, We Are Thankful For You! 🍁 As we head into the Thanksgiving break, we want to express our gratitude for everyone who has helped restore the routine of showing up to school and supporting our students and families. 🙌 Daily routines play a huge role in reducing stress and creating a sense of security for both students and adults. Every school day is an opportunity for learning, connecting with peers, and building relationships with teachers. Here’s who we are thankful for: ✨ Our students and their families who show up every day, even when it’s not easy. ✨ Our teachers who create welcoming, thriving learning environments. ✨ Our administrators who ensure we are healthy, safe, and feel a sense of community. ✨ Our support staff and community volunteers who provide the extra hands and attention our children need. May your break be filled with rest and healing! 🧡 If your family needs support, please reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on December 2, 2024 Thank you for partnering with us!

🎉✨ Today we celebrate Substitute Day! Our substitutes play a vital role in keeping our schools running smoothly and ensuring that learning never skips a beat. Your flexibility, dedication, and commitment to our students make a huge difference every day. Thank you for stepping in and stepping up whenever our schools need you! Interested in becoming a substitute? Visit our job board—we would love to have you on board! 🚌🍎 https://waynesboro.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

✨ Celebrating Education Support Professionals Day! ✨ “We really are One Education Workforce working together for student success! Education support professionals are some of the most dedicated people you will ever meet. And, while you don’t often hear a lot about them, it is absolutely clear that each and every one of them plays a vital role in student success.” –Paula Monroe, Former NEA Executive Committee Member Today, we honor and thank our incredible support staff for their tireless dedication to our students and schools. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the vital role you play in our Waynesboro Public Schools family! 💙👏

The Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) will hold a work session on November 19th at 6:00 at Central Office If you wish to participate via Zoom, please email lburks@waynesboro.k12.va.us