🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Cassell!
Dr. Cassell has been named the Region V Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents an honor made even more meaningful because he was selected by his fellow Region V superintendents. A true “People’s Choice” recognition among peers!
This well-deserved distinction reflects Dr. Cassell’s visionary leadership, commitment to excellence, and strong advocacy for students, staff, and the Waynesboro community.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Cassell on this outstanding achievement! 💙
Dr. Cassell has been named the Region V Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents an honor made even more meaningful because he was selected by his fellow Region V superintendents. A true “People’s Choice” recognition among peers!
This well-deserved distinction reflects Dr. Cassell’s visionary leadership, commitment to excellence, and strong advocacy for students, staff, and the Waynesboro community.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Cassell on this outstanding achievement! 💙
📅 No school for students February 16–17!
Parent Conferences are underway, and our teachers will be busy connecting with families. Students, enjoy the break and maybe set an alarm anyway so Wednesday February 18 when you return isn’t a shock. 😅
We’ll see you back soon!
Parent Conferences are underway, and our teachers will be busy connecting with families. Students, enjoy the break and maybe set an alarm anyway so Wednesday February 18 when you return isn’t a shock. 😅
We’ll see you back soon!
🏆 Winter Weather Photo Challenge Winners! ❄️
We’re a little behind, but still excited to celebrate the winners of our recent Winter Weather Photo Challenge! Thank you to everyone who shared photos and helped us capture how our community experienced those snowy and icy days.
Congratulations to our winners:
📸 Terry Ward (frozen scenic overlook)
📸 Brenna King (joyful mother daughter winter moment)
📸 Ilana Markgraaf (dog in peaceful winter landscape)
We loved seeing Waynesboro through your lens and we appreciate everyone who participated! 💙
🔙 Throwback Thursday!
We’re still celebrating the success of our recent job fair in partnership with Augusta County Public Schools . It was a great day connecting with passionate educators and staff who are excited about making a difference for students in our communities!
If we missed you, we’d still love to connect. Visit our job board to explore current openings and join the Waynesboro Public Schools team.
https://waynesboro.schoolspring.com/
We’re still celebrating the success of our recent job fair in partnership with Augusta County Public Schools . It was a great day connecting with passionate educators and staff who are excited about making a difference for students in our communities!
If we missed you, we’d still love to connect. Visit our job board to explore current openings and join the Waynesboro Public Schools team.
https://waynesboro.schoolspring.com/
🎉 February is School Board Appreciation Month!
We’re proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who volunteer their time to support students, staff, and families and help guide the future of Waynesboro Public Schools. This year’s theme, “From Strong Roots Come Endless Possibilities,” celebrates their impact on student success.
💙 Join us in saying thank you!
📍 Tonight, February 10 at 6:00 p.m., attend our monthly School Board Meeting and show your appreciation for their service.
We’re proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who volunteer their time to support students, staff, and families and help guide the future of Waynesboro Public Schools. This year’s theme, “From Strong Roots Come Endless Possibilities,” celebrates their impact on student success.
💙 Join us in saying thank you!
📍 Tonight, February 10 at 6:00 p.m., attend our monthly School Board Meeting and show your appreciation for their service.
🥛 What’s new with school milk? Here’s a quick update for WPS families:
A new federal law — the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act — was signed on January 14 and expands the types of milk that may be offered with school meals through the National School Lunch Program.
Before any changes happen, school divisions must follow guidance from the USDA and the Virginia Department of Education’s School and Community Nutrition office.
Right now, our WPS School Nutrition team is reviewing that guidance and working through the required process. For the time being, milk options in our cafeterias will remain the same.
We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Thank you for your patience and for supporting our school nutrition program! 💙
A new federal law — the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act — was signed on January 14 and expands the types of milk that may be offered with school meals through the National School Lunch Program.
Before any changes happen, school divisions must follow guidance from the USDA and the Virginia Department of Education’s School and Community Nutrition office.
Right now, our WPS School Nutrition team is reviewing that guidance and working through the required process. For the time being, milk options in our cafeterias will remain the same.
We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Thank you for your patience and for supporting our school nutrition program! 💙
Even though National School Counseling Week has passed, our appreciation for our school counselors lasts all year. 💙
Thank you to our counselors for supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day. Your work makes a difference in ways both seen and unseen, and we are grateful for all you do for our Waynesboro students and families.
Thank you to our counselors for supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally every day. Your work makes a difference in ways both seen and unseen, and we are grateful for all you do for our Waynesboro students and families.
Hello, February! ❄️
We’re looking ahead to a full month of learning, connection, and celebration across Waynesboro Public Schools:
📅 February Events
• Feb. 10 – School Board Meeting
• Feb. 16–17 – Parent Conferences
🎉 Acknowledgements & Appreciations
• Black History Month
• Career & Technical Education Month
• School Board Appreciation Month
• Feb. 2–6 – National School Counseling Week
• Feb. 9–13 – Virginia Kindness Week
• Feb. 16 – Presidents Day
Here’s to a strong month ahead, and maybe, just maybe, a full week of school that starts on time. We’re all ready for it! 😅
We’re looking ahead to a full month of learning, connection, and celebration across Waynesboro Public Schools:
📅 February Events
• Feb. 10 – School Board Meeting
• Feb. 16–17 – Parent Conferences
🎉 Acknowledgements & Appreciations
• Black History Month
• Career & Technical Education Month
• School Board Appreciation Month
• Feb. 2–6 – National School Counseling Week
• Feb. 9–13 – Virginia Kindness Week
• Feb. 16 – Presidents Day
Here’s to a strong month ahead, and maybe, just maybe, a full week of school that starts on time. We’re all ready for it! 😅
Good evening! Due to forecasted wintry weather this weekend, all scheduled weekend events, activities, and practices are canceled after noon tomorrow, Saturday, January 24, 2026. The Waynesboro and Augusta County Public Schools Job Fair will still be held tomorrow morning. More information about the event is on the Waynesboro Public Schools website. Stay safe, and have a great weekend!
Wall Residences is partnering with Valley CSB to offer a free info/Q&A session on the Virginia ID/DD waiver system.
Date 👉 : March 10th
Time ⏰: 12pm-1pm
Location📍: Verona government center
The purpose of the class is to be available to provide basic information on how to apply for the waivers, what each of them means, and what to expect from the different service models.
Date 👉 : March 10th
Time ⏰: 12pm-1pm
Location📍: Verona government center
The purpose of the class is to be available to provide basic information on how to apply for the waivers, what each of them means, and what to expect from the different service models.
From spirit days to special milestones, our principals and administrators go above and beyond for their school communities. Thank you for the heart, leadership, and dedication you bring every day. 💜
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day 🕊️
A Day “On,” Not a Day “Off”
School is closed on Monday January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but the message of this day calls us into action.
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A Day “On,” Not a Day “Off”
School is closed on Monday January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but the message of this day calls us into action.
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
— Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
🌟 Principal & Administrator Appreciation Week 🌟
Our schools don’t run without strong leadership—and we are incredibly grateful for our principals, assistant principals and directors who show up every day for students, staff, and families.
From problem-solving and relationship-building to supporting learning and school culture, their work often happens behind the scenes—but the impact is felt everywhere.
💬 Join us in the comments and help us say THANK YOU!
Our schools don’t run without strong leadership—and we are incredibly grateful for our principals, assistant principals and directors who show up every day for students, staff, and families.
From problem-solving and relationship-building to supporting learning and school culture, their work often happens behind the scenes—but the impact is felt everywhere.
💬 Join us in the comments and help us say THANK YOU!
📚✨ Learning Beyond the Classroom at WHS
Before winter break, students in the Mythology class at Waynesboro High School welcomed a special guest from the University of Virginia .
Ivana Petrovici, from UVA’s Department of Classics, visited the class and shared an engaging and enlightening lecture on the Greek hero Hercules.
To top it off, two students were awarded copies of Homer’s Odyssey in recognition of their enthusiasm and interest in mythology.
What an incredible opportunity to connect classroom learning with higher education and spark a deeper love of literature and history!
Before winter break, students in the Mythology class at Waynesboro High School welcomed a special guest from the University of Virginia .
Ivana Petrovici, from UVA’s Department of Classics, visited the class and shared an engaging and enlightening lecture on the Greek hero Hercules.
To top it off, two students were awarded copies of Homer’s Odyssey in recognition of their enthusiasm and interest in mythology.
What an incredible opportunity to connect classroom learning with higher education and spark a deeper love of literature and history!
Good morning!
At this time, there are no late buses to report today. Please note that there are permanent bus number changes beginning this morning:
Wenonah, KCMS, WHS: Bus 620 is now permanently Bus 695
William Perry, KCMS, WHS: Bus 655 is now permanently Bus 619
Westwood, KCMS, WHS: Bus 694 is now permanently Bus 676
Our regular bus drivers are switching buses, so students should continue riding with the driver they are familiar with.
Thank you, and have a great day!
At this time, there are no late buses to report today. Please note that there are permanent bus number changes beginning this morning:
Wenonah, KCMS, WHS: Bus 620 is now permanently Bus 695
William Perry, KCMS, WHS: Bus 655 is now permanently Bus 619
Westwood, KCMS, WHS: Bus 694 is now permanently Bus 676
Our regular bus drivers are switching buses, so students should continue riding with the driver they are familiar with.
Thank you, and have a great day!
Good afternoon! Winter Break Food Boxes from the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank have arrived and we have extra that we would like to share. We will be at the main entrance at Kate Collins until about 6pm this evening (Monday, December 22, 2025) if you would like to come can get a free box of non-perishable food. Happy Holidays!
Today, December 19, 2025, all Waynesboro schools will dismiss early:
Wayne Hills: 12:20 PM
Elementary Schools: 12:40 PM
Kate Collins: 1:15 PM
Waynesboro High: 1:20 PM
If you need to make changes to transportation plans, please do so this morning so we can make sure all of our students are safe. Schools will reopen on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The Waynesboro Public Schools Team wishes you a joyful Winter Break!
Wayne Hills: 12:20 PM
Elementary Schools: 12:40 PM
Kate Collins: 1:15 PM
Waynesboro High: 1:20 PM
If you need to make changes to transportation plans, please do so this morning so we can make sure all of our students are safe. Schools will reopen on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The Waynesboro Public Schools Team wishes you a joyful Winter Break!
❄️ Winter Break Reminder for Families ❄️
As we wrap up the final days before winter break, we want to thank our families for partnering with us to support strong attendance and a connected school community. We appreciate your support in making every school day count.
📅 Important Dates to Know:
Early Dismissal: Friday, December 19
PreK: 12:20
Elementary: 12:40
KCMS: 1:15
WHS: 1:20
Valley & RRLC: 12:30
Thrive: 12:30
Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 6, 2026
Students Return: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
We wish our students and families a safe, restful break and look forward to seeing everyone back in January!
You can view the Waynesboro Public School Calendar by visiting: https://www.waynesboro.k12.va.us/documents/downloadable-school-calendars/478906
As we wrap up the final days before winter break, we want to thank our families for partnering with us to support strong attendance and a connected school community. We appreciate your support in making every school day count.
📅 Important Dates to Know:
Early Dismissal: Friday, December 19
PreK: 12:20
Elementary: 12:40
KCMS: 1:15
WHS: 1:20
Valley & RRLC: 12:30
Thrive: 12:30
Winter Break: December 22, 2025 – January 6, 2026
Students Return: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
We wish our students and families a safe, restful break and look forward to seeing everyone back in January!
You can view the Waynesboro Public School Calendar by visiting: https://www.waynesboro.k12.va.us/documents/downloadable-school-calendars/478906
Last week’s snow meant early mornings, long hours, and lots of behind-the-scenes work and we want to take a moment to say thank you to our incredible maintenance and custodial teams across Waynesboro Public Schools.
From clearing snow and spreading salt to making sure our buildings and walkways were safe for students and staff, this team worked tirelessly during the snow days to keep our schools running smoothly.
We’re grateful for our maintenance and custodial staff who step up whenever weather challenges arise. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! 👏
Thank you for taking care of our schools and our community.
From clearing snow and spreading salt to making sure our buildings and walkways were safe for students and staff, this team worked tirelessly during the snow days to keep our schools running smoothly.
We’re grateful for our maintenance and custodial staff who step up whenever weather challenges arise. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! 👏
Thank you for taking care of our schools and our community.
👏Over the Thanksgiving break Latin students had an amazing opportunity to participate in the 73nd VJCL Latin convention held in Richmond. There were over 58 schools represented from all over Virginia with almost 1300 students competing in academic, creative and artistic contests, all related to LATIN and GREEK culture.
Our WHS students, did an excellent job, bringing home numerous awards! Also, they won 3rd place in the Spirit Competition!!!!
Senetha Edwards- 5th in Impromptu Art
-6th in Mosaic
-7th in Large Model
Aurora Langberg - 3rd in Latin Reading Comprehension
-4th in Large Model
-4th in Impromptu Art
- 8th in Roman Life
David LeMasney - 2nd in Derivatives
- 3rd in Latin Reading Comprehension
- 4th in Impromptu Art
- 6th in Large Model
- 7th in Mythology (Cum Laude)
Isabella McClanahan - 3rd Roman Life
- 4th in Pentathlon
-5th in Latin Reading Comprehension
- 5th in Sight Latin reading
-6th in latin Vocabulary
Caroline Ward - 5th in Latin Reading Comprehension
Emily Ward - 2nd in Pottery
- 2nd in Small Model
- 10th in Roman Life
Our WHS students, did an excellent job, bringing home numerous awards! Also, they won 3rd place in the Spirit Competition!!!!
Senetha Edwards- 5th in Impromptu Art
-6th in Mosaic
-7th in Large Model
Aurora Langberg - 3rd in Latin Reading Comprehension
-4th in Large Model
-4th in Impromptu Art
- 8th in Roman Life
David LeMasney - 2nd in Derivatives
- 3rd in Latin Reading Comprehension
- 4th in Impromptu Art
- 6th in Large Model
- 7th in Mythology (Cum Laude)
Isabella McClanahan - 3rd Roman Life
- 4th in Pentathlon
-5th in Latin Reading Comprehension
- 5th in Sight Latin reading
-6th in latin Vocabulary
Caroline Ward - 5th in Latin Reading Comprehension
Emily Ward - 2nd in Pottery
- 2nd in Small Model
- 10th in Roman Life
