Baker Partners with Waynesboro Public Schools to Provide Loaves of Bread for Families. Click the link to read the full article: https://bit.ly/47NpsSC
Office on Youth will be hosting this FREE seminar which will be held in person at Rosenwald Community Center on Tuesday, December 9, 5:30 – 8:30 pm. Office on Youth will consider a Zoom option for parents on a case-by-case basis. Food and childcare will be available.
Registration is open at https://www.officeonyouth.com/parenting-classes or by phone at 540-942-6757
Registration is open at https://www.officeonyouth.com/parenting-classes or by phone at 540-942-6757

📣 Attention KCMS an WHS English Learner Families.
You're Invited: Family School Connections Night!
Join us for an evening designed to help families better understand and navigate the U.S. school system — with interpreters available and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all!
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Waynesboro High School
🍽️ Food & childcare provided
You’ll also have the chance to meet staff from KCMS and WHS!
👉 Let us know you're coming:
Contact Roxi Staton, Family Bilingual Liaison
📞 540-946-4616 ext. 70012
📧 rstaton@waynesboro.k12.va.us
We look forward to connecting with you! 💙
You're Invited: Family School Connections Night!
Join us for an evening designed to help families better understand and navigate the U.S. school system — with interpreters available and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all!
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Waynesboro High School
🍽️ Food & childcare provided
You’ll also have the chance to meet staff from KCMS and WHS!
👉 Let us know you're coming:
Contact Roxi Staton, Family Bilingual Liaison
📞 540-946-4616 ext. 70012
📧 rstaton@waynesboro.k12.va.us
We look forward to connecting with you! 💙






🚲 Ready to Ride!
Check out how students go from wobbly first pedals to confident riders in this inspiring look at our school-based bike education program. Kids learn balance, braking, signaling, and street safety — all supported by schools, volunteers, and city partners working together for safer routes.
If you believe kids deserve safe, fun ways to get around, this video is for you! 💙
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6VtI-DyZQs
Check out how students go from wobbly first pedals to confident riders in this inspiring look at our school-based bike education program. Kids learn balance, braking, signaling, and street safety — all supported by schools, volunteers, and city partners working together for safer routes.
If you believe kids deserve safe, fun ways to get around, this video is for you! 💙
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6VtI-DyZQs
Join the Open House event to help shape Waynesboro's comprehensive plan, called Waynesboro Together, on Wednesday, November 19th, at Waynesboro High School!

Thank you to all veterans for your service.
Graphic credit: VDOE
Graphic credit: VDOE

Happy School Psychology Week! 🧠✨
Thank you to our school psychologists, Ms. Gilbert, Ms. Hutcherson, Ms. Bauman and Ms. Minton for the care, expertise, and support you bring to our schools every day. We are grateful for you!
#SchoolPsychsRock #WPSStrong

Virginia has enacted protections to support SNAP recipients. 🛒
If you or someone you know has questions, please visit DSS.virginia.gov or contact your local Department of Social Services office for assistance.
If you or someone you know has questions, please visit DSS.virginia.gov or contact your local Department of Social Services office for assistance.

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
🚸 Throwback Thursday!
We’re looking back at Walk to School Week at Berkeley Glenn Elementary! 🏫 Students, families, and staff stepped into the day together — celebrating health, safety, and community, one step at a time. 👟💫
We’re looking back at Walk to School Week at Berkeley Glenn Elementary! 🏫 Students, families, and staff stepped into the day together — celebrating health, safety, and community, one step at a time. 👟💫

Today, Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Bus 696 (serving William Perry, KCMS, and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Also, Bus 626, (serving Wayne Hills Preschool Center) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Finally, Bus 621 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Also, Bus 626, (serving Wayne Hills Preschool Center) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Finally, Bus 621 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
💙 Thank You, Waynesboro! 💙
Waynesboro Public Schools is deeply grateful for the outpouring of support following the recent Forum on Teen Homelessness, @Building Bridges For The Greater Good
Our community’s compassion and willingness to help make a real difference for our students in need. 🫶
If you’d like to donate, items most needed include:
🧦 Socks
👕 Underwear
🧴 Laundry detergent
🩸 Feminine care supplies
…or any essentials you’re able to provide.
📩 For more information or to coordinate a donation, please contact:
Ryan Barber, Assistant Superintendent
📧 rbarber@waynesboro.k12.va.us
📞 540-946-4600
Waynesboro Public Schools is deeply grateful for the outpouring of support following the recent Forum on Teen Homelessness, @Building Bridges For The Greater Good
Our community’s compassion and willingness to help make a real difference for our students in need. 🫶
If you’d like to donate, items most needed include:
🧦 Socks
👕 Underwear
🧴 Laundry detergent
🩸 Feminine care supplies
…or any essentials you’re able to provide.
📩 For more information or to coordinate a donation, please contact:
Ryan Barber, Assistant Superintendent
📧 rbarber@waynesboro.k12.va.us
📞 540-946-4600

🍎 Throwback Thursday!
We’re still smiling from Apple Crunch Day at Waynesboro High School! 🏫💙 Students and staff joined together to celebrate local produce and healthy eating — one crunch at a time! 🥰
We’re still smiling from Apple Crunch Day at Waynesboro High School! 🏫💙 Students and staff joined together to celebrate local produce and healthy eating — one crunch at a time! 🥰




Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free. – Celebrate
#RedRibbonWeek (October 23-31).
#RedRibbonWeek (October 23-31).

💜 Badgers on the Rise! 💜
Kate Collins Middle School recently celebrated its first Badgers on the Rise event — a special time to recognize student growth and success! 🏆✨
The smiles say it all — KCMS staff couldn’t be prouder of the incredible students who continue to learn, grow, and shine every day. 💫
Kate Collins Middle School recently celebrated its first Badgers on the Rise event — a special time to recognize student growth and success! 🏆✨
The smiles say it all — KCMS staff couldn’t be prouder of the incredible students who continue to learn, grow, and shine every day. 💫
Ribbon cutting held at Waynesboro's new recovery school, River Ridge Learning Center. Click the link to read the full article: http://bit.ly/4oAFQvo
See the photos: River Ridge is on of four recovery schools in Virginia. The Waynesboro school celebrated its opening with a ribbon cutting Oct. 17. Click link: bit.ly/4hl4Ao
🎬 Champions of Our School | Waynesboro High School
We’re proud to share our submission for this year’s VSBA Student Video Contest, created by our talented students as part of a Directed Studies class.
Titled “Champions of Our School,” this video celebrates the people who make a difference every day—from teachers and mentors to staff and community partners who support learning inside and outside the classroom.
Even though we didn’t place this year, we couldn’t be prouder of the creativity, teamwork, and heart that went into this project.
📽️ Watch now and join us in celebrating our Champions of Our School!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PWfmooQCmQ
We’re proud to share our submission for this year’s VSBA Student Video Contest, created by our talented students as part of a Directed Studies class.
Titled “Champions of Our School,” this video celebrates the people who make a difference every day—from teachers and mentors to staff and community partners who support learning inside and outside the classroom.
Even though we didn’t place this year, we couldn’t be prouder of the creativity, teamwork, and heart that went into this project.
📽️ Watch now and join us in celebrating our Champions of Our School!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PWfmooQCmQ
🎉 Spirit Day Spotlight: Pajama Day Edition!
The KCMS admin team brought cozy vibes and school spirit today! 💤💙
From flannel to fuzzy slippers, they showed that leadership looks good—even in PJs!
The KCMS admin team brought cozy vibes and school spirit today! 💤💙
From flannel to fuzzy slippers, they showed that leadership looks good—even in PJs!
📚 #ThrowbackThursday | Waynesboro History Spotlight
Found this gem: “School honors man who devoted life to students.” It highlights William Perry’s role in integrating Waynesboro Public Schools.
A few lines that stood out:
“I could see growth with those students because of taking the time and guidance.”
“Money and prestige isn’t everything.”
Check out the full article and glimpse into our local history—and feel free to share if you find it meaningful.
Found this gem: “School honors man who devoted life to students.” It highlights William Perry’s role in integrating Waynesboro Public Schools.
A few lines that stood out:
“I could see growth with those students because of taking the time and guidance.”
“Money and prestige isn’t everything.”
Check out the full article and glimpse into our local history—and feel free to share if you find it meaningful.

