Waynesboro

🎉🌱 Waynesboro Cafeteria Managers Take Farm to School to the Next Level!

This week, our amazing WPS cafeteria managers rolled up their sleeves and got their hands dirty—literally! 🧄✨ The day started at the Waynesboro Education Farm at Berkley Glenn Elementary, where they learned about local farm operations and even planted fresh garlic.

Later, they headed to the kitchen to master THREE scratch-made recipes that are hitting this week’s National School Lunch Week menus:
🍅 Homemade Salsa
🍜 Chicken & Vegetable Ramen (featuring that fresh garlic!)
🍢 Chicken Souvlaki (also starring fresh garlic!)

Our team is fired up to serve these delicious, globally-inspired dishes to our students. 🌍🍴 Because at WPS, we’re all about fresh, local, and made-with-love meals. 💚

WPS Gifted Education Coordinator, Danny Lee and Farm Educator, Ryan Blosser recently wrote an article about the Waynesboro Education Farm — and it’s been published in TEACH Magazine! 🎉

“Life Lessons from an Educational Farm,” is now featured and shared with educators across the country. 🌾

📖 Read the article here: https://teachmag.com/life-lessons-from-an-educational-farm/

🌱 WPS Education Farm Featured on VPM’s Life in the Heart Land! 🎥

We’re thrilled to share that the Waynesboro Education Farm will be featured in the upcoming Life in the Heart Land series on VPM! Tune in to the “Aquaponics” episode airing Thursday, October 16 at 8:30 PM, to see how our students and staff are growing learning opportunities right here in the Valley.

Episodes also stream on the PBS app — don’t miss this inspiring look at hands-on teaching and learning in action!

🔗 Watch here: https://video.vpm.org/show/life-heart-land/

#WPSStrong #WaynesboroVA #EducationFarm #LifeInTheHeartLand #Aquaponics #CommunityofChampions

Waynesboro Education Farm provides hands-on project-based learning for Valley educators. Click the link to read the full article: http://bit.ly/42OGxZB

All in the family: Heart to work with students leads Katrina Lassiter into career in education. Click link to read the full article: http://bit.ly/4pW8bxt

Morgan Sites traded in her ballet slippers for volleyball sneakers and never looked back. Clicl link to read the full article [Paywall]: http://bit.ly/3WciobH

Waynesboro Public Schools partners with community to celebrate Walk to School Week October 6-10. Click link to read the full article: http://bit.ly/4o7ULgi

Last week at Kate Collins was the ultimate pep rally to high-five themselves for crushing Quarter 1, give a shoutout to fall sports rockstars, and a gentle reminder to bring their A-game for those Benchmark assessments... 🙌

Known mostly as a soccer player, Rosas comes up huge for Waynesboro football. Click link to read the article [Pay Wall]: http://bit.ly/42XMweq

🎞️ Learning Through a New Lens! 📸

WPS bus driver Dale Diacont swapped his steering wheel for a camera today, teaching students in photography class how to capture the perfect shot. His passion for photography and creativity behind the lens made for an inspiring lesson!

We love seeing members of our WPS family sharing their talents in and out of the classroom. 💛🚌📷

Waynesboro Education Farm provides hands-on project based learning for Valley educators. Click the link to view full article: http://bit.ly/48epAv2

📣 Your School. Your Safety. Your Voice.

StopIt empowers students, parents, and staff to take action. Together, we can create safer schools for everyone.

📲 Download the app today!

As Attendance Awareness Month wraps up, let’s keep the momentum going! Small steps add up to big success when students are in school every day.

Addressing #chronicabsence is key for improving graduation rates, increasing achievement & giving young people a good chance for success at school & beyond. Join the Attendance Awareness Campaign & make a difference for our community! http://bit.ly/1oqfID7

🛡️ Be a Hero, Anonymously

StopIt gives you the power to speak up—safely and anonymously.
🌟 Whether it’s a safety concern, bullying, or harassment, every report matters.

🌟 Wellness Wednesday 🌟
Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest difference in keeping us healthy—like handwashing, covering coughs, and getting plenty of rest. 😴💧

Every small step helps protect you and those around you.

👩‍⚕️ If you ever have questions about staying well, your school nurse is here to help!

✅ Consistency is key. For Attendance Awareness Month, here’s this week’s reminder to help students stay engaged and successful:

Students who are chronically absent in 6th grade have lower achievement than their peers.

A student who is chronically absent in high school is 7.4X more likely to dropout:
http://bit.ly/1oqfID7

🥗🌮🍲 Lunch just got delicious at WPS! 🍲🌮🥗

We’re excited to highlight some of the tasty meals that have already been served up in our schools this year! Our school meals are packed with flavor, nutrition, and love—because fueling student success starts with a great meal. 💙

Here’s what’s been on the menu:
✔️ Chef Salad – Crisp, fresh, and loaded with all the good stuff.
✔️ Nachos – Crunchy chips topped with seasoned perfection.
✔️ Fajitas – Sizzling with bold flavors and fresh veggies.
✔️ Beef Teriyaki – A savory favorite served with a side of yum.

We’re proud to serve meals that not only meet USDA nutrition standards, but also get students excited about what’s on their tray.

💡 Your Voice Matters
StopIt is more than an app—it’s a tool to protect our students and staff. From bullying to safety concerns, your report can make all the difference.

📲 Download the app. Make a report. Make a difference.

🚨 We’re Hiring! Immediate Opening 🚨
Waynesboro High School is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Principal to join our leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students, staff, and our school community.

📍 Position: Assistant Principal
📅 Start Date: Immediate
📝 Apply now: https://waynesboro.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5370636

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