Please join us tomorrow from 8-10!
The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
🎉 Honoring Commitment: Jonathan Steck — 2025 Dawbarn Education Award Winner
Watch his story here: https://youtu.be/WawpwRmiag0
Jonathan's dedication as a social worker at Waynesboro Publichas had a powerful impact—on students, staff, and our entire community. His compassion and resilience shine through every day. 💛
Know someone else making a difference? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards! 👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
Watch his story here: https://youtu.be/WawpwRmiag0
Jonathan's dedication as a social worker at Waynesboro Publichas had a powerful impact—on students, staff, and our entire community. His compassion and resilience shine through every day. 💛
Know someone else making a difference? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards! 👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
🎉 Celebrating Excellence: Beth Thompson — 2025 Dawbarn Education Award Winner
Watch her story here: https://youtu.be/jEaClhu9l7Q
Beth’s compassion, consistency, and unwavering support at Valley Academy make her a true champion for students. Her impact is felt daily, and we are proud to celebrate her as a Dawbarn Award recipient. 💙🌟
Know someone making a difference in students’ lives? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
Watch her story here: https://youtu.be/jEaClhu9l7Q
Beth’s compassion, consistency, and unwavering support at Valley Academy make her a true champion for students. Her impact is felt daily, and we are proud to celebrate her as a Dawbarn Award recipient. 💙🌟
Know someone making a difference in students’ lives? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
We are thankful for you, WPS families!
As we get ready for Thanksgiving break November 24 - November 28, we want to share our gratitude for our students, families, and staff who show up, support one another, and help make our schools welcoming places to learn and grow.
Every day in school matters — for friendships, connection, and learning. If your family needs support, please reach out to your schools principal.
We look forward to seeing students back on December 1, 2025
Thank you for partnering with us! 🦃✨
As we get ready for Thanksgiving break November 24 - November 28, we want to share our gratitude for our students, families, and staff who show up, support one another, and help make our schools welcoming places to learn and grow.
Every day in school matters — for friendships, connection, and learning. If your family needs support, please reach out to your schools principal.
We look forward to seeing students back on December 1, 2025
Thank you for partnering with us! 🦃✨
🎬 Spotlight on Excellence: Pete Echols — 2025 Dawbarn Education Award Winner
Watch Pete’s inspiring feature: https://youtu.be/zfMabTKdtfc
As Band Director at KCMS, Pete builds not just a program, but a community—one where every student feels seen, supported, and ready to shine. 💛🎶
Know someone who makes this kind of impact? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
Watch Pete’s inspiring feature: https://youtu.be/zfMabTKdtfc
As Band Director at KCMS, Pete builds not just a program, but a community—one where every student feels seen, supported, and ready to shine. 💛🎶
Know someone who makes this kind of impact? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
🎬 Spotlight on Excellence: Dawbarn Education Award Winner Adreana Sprouse
Watch Adreana’s inspiring story in this special feature: https://youtu.be/rYQzo8_Q3dw
Her commitment, passion, and impact are shining examples of the WPS spirit. 💛
Know someone equally inspiring? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
Watch Adreana’s inspiring story in this special feature: https://youtu.be/rYQzo8_Q3dw
Her commitment, passion, and impact are shining examples of the WPS spirit. 💛
Know someone equally inspiring? Nominate them for the 2026 Dawbarn Awards!
👉 www.cfcbr.org/dawbarn
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
🚲 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!
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.
Fall Festival starts at 5:00. We have Sizzlin' Stacy's food truck and perk place on hand to keep your bellies full.
🚸 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. 👟💫
💙 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
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
Here are the minutes from our last PTO meeting on October 13th. Please join us on November 10th at 4:30 in the library to join in on the fun!
Berkeley Glenn PTO Meeting
October 13, 2025
I. Welcome
II. Minutes Approved from September 8 th meeting
III. Treasurer’s Report
a. Started with $4,517 and ending with $4,083
b. There is still one FT Stipend check left
IV. Principal’s Report
a. Talent show went fantastic
b. Parent Teacher Conferences are going well. Food provided for teachers
on Tuesday by First Baptist
c. Upcoming 4 th and 5 th grade concert
V. Old Business
a. Grandparents week went great. Food was good and everyone loved the
photos.
b. Talent Show had approximately 175 people attend
i. Silent auction went well
ii. BG bought snacks for PTO concession stand
c. Fall Festival planning is going well
i. Perk Place and Sizzling Stacey Food trucks will be attending
ii. There will be a petting zoo with photos optional
iii. Trunk or Treat will be set up with the best receiving a prize
(GC?)
iv. There will games, the farm, face painting, a bouncy house
outside
v. Asking parents for candy donations for the trunk or treat
vi. Will be collecting donations for “Kiss a Cow”
d. Dominoes Spirit Day is today, October 13 th
i. Notifications and flyer went out to flyer
ii. This will automatically be recurring every 2 nd Monday of each month
VI. New Business
a. Book Fair was reschedule from the week of the Fall festival to next week,
October 13-17 th
b. Pancake Breakfast on December 6 th (Snow date December 13)
i. Santa will be Andy Matherly
1. Costumes will be taken to Augusta Cleaners prior to date
ii. Photos will be $1 by Nina
iii. Signature singers will perform
c. Fundraising Ideas
i. Tidal Wash car wash in the spring if needed after 2025-year end
Berkeley Glenn PTO Meeting
October 13, 2025
I. Welcome
II. Minutes Approved from September 8 th meeting
III. Treasurer’s Report
a. Started with $4,517 and ending with $4,083
b. There is still one FT Stipend check left
IV. Principal’s Report
a. Talent show went fantastic
b. Parent Teacher Conferences are going well. Food provided for teachers
on Tuesday by First Baptist
c. Upcoming 4 th and 5 th grade concert
V. Old Business
a. Grandparents week went great. Food was good and everyone loved the
photos.
b. Talent Show had approximately 175 people attend
i. Silent auction went well
ii. BG bought snacks for PTO concession stand
c. Fall Festival planning is going well
i. Perk Place and Sizzling Stacey Food trucks will be attending
ii. There will be a petting zoo with photos optional
iii. Trunk or Treat will be set up with the best receiving a prize
(GC?)
iv. There will games, the farm, face painting, a bouncy house
outside
v. Asking parents for candy donations for the trunk or treat
vi. Will be collecting donations for “Kiss a Cow”
d. Dominoes Spirit Day is today, October 13 th
i. Notifications and flyer went out to flyer
ii. This will automatically be recurring every 2 nd Monday of each month
VI. New Business
a. Book Fair was reschedule from the week of the Fall festival to next week,
October 13-17 th
b. Pancake Breakfast on December 6 th (Snow date December 13)
i. Santa will be Andy Matherly
1. Costumes will be taken to Augusta Cleaners prior to date
ii. Photos will be $1 by Nina
iii. Signature singers will perform
c. Fundraising Ideas
i. Tidal Wash car wash in the spring if needed after 2025-year end
📚 #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.
