📢 Calling All Parents & Guardians – Your Voice Matters!
Waynesboro Public Schools encourages parents and guardians to apply for an important opportunity to support Virginia’s future in education!
The Virginia Department of Education is seeking parent and guardian representatives to participate in Standard Setting Committees for Math and Reading Standards of Learning (SOL) Assessments. Your perspective is vital in helping determine the cut scores for these newly updated, more rigorous assessments.
🗓️ Meeting Dates at Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center in Glen Allen, VA:
🔹 Math: June 9–11
🔹 Reading: June 11–13
💻 A virtual orientation will be held on May 19, 2025.
🛏️ Hotel, meals, and per diem expenses will be covered by VDOE.
🎯 This is a great way to make a lasting impact on how student achievement is measured across the Commonwealth!
📝 Apply by April 24, 2025 using the link below:
👉 https://virginiadoe.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4INQZwUf0Zmrtzw
#WPSStrong #ParentVoice #VDOE #SOLStandardSetting #FamilyEngagement
📢 Reminder!
Waynesboro Public Schools will have Early Dismissal on Friday, April 18 and No School for Students on Monday, April 21 due to a staff workday.
🕒 Early Release Times for April 18:
• PK – 12:20 PM
• Elementary – 12:40 PM
• Kate Collins Middle – 1:15 PM
• Waynesboro High – 1:20 PM
We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend, and we appreciate your support in helping us maintain a smooth and successful school year! 💙
FRIDAY is an Early Release Day elementary schools release at 12:40
Monday is a Teacher Work Day
Enjoy your weekend! See you again on April 22.
Please see the attached image for our Flippy The Whale visit next week. Images do not show up in texts, but will in the email notification.
Good afternoon, notices will be sent home today for library books that are overdue by more than two weeks. Please send in the books as soon as possible. Thank you, Mrs. Coffey
Hello, Roadrunners! Here are a few things to note: spring pictures are tomorrow, the PTO fundraiser continues through next week, PTO meeting is tomorrow at 5:00, and the STEAM night for Thursday has been cancelled. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Through Martin’s Feeding School Kids initiative, Waynesboro Public Schools received $8504.09 to expand our school food programs. Thanks to Martin's and our community members’ support, more than 3,000 students will have access to local Farm to School programs. Thank you, Martin's for helping us ensure all students have access to the nutrition they need to thrive!
#FeedingSchoolKids #EliminatingHunger #TheGIANTCompany
Bus 696 is now leaving with Bus 618's kids. It's 3:41.
The Waynesboro School Board will have a Closed Session beginning at 6pm on Tuesday, April 15th. The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7pm. The meetings are held at 301 Pine Avenue in Waynesboro in the downstairs boardroom.
To access the agenda for the meeting, please use the link below:
https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/waynesboro/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D9WKXB535467
Click "View the Agenda" from the center of the page to view the full agenda.
For the remainder of the week, Bus 618 will not be running. Bus 613 will be doing a double run. Bus 613 will do her normal run, then return for those students who ride Bus 618. This will start this afternoon, and continue for both AM & PM runs.
Dear families, Please check your emails. We’re asking that you participate in our 15-minute survey that will help our school improve our communication, academic programming, and overall experience for you and your child. Thanks in advance!
Good morning, Roadrunner families! We will be conducting our final lockdown drill of the school year tomorrow. In accordance with Virginia law, families must be notified 24 hours in advance. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping us keep our students safe and prepared.
The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
A powerful McKinney-Vento success story from Waynesboro City Public Schools!
Dr. Ryan Barber, Assistant Superintendent and McKinney-Vento Liaison, shares how their community united to support a family who lost their home, ensuring the student's education continued without interruption.
Explore more inspiring stories on our new Success Stories Map and see how McKinney-Vento is making a difference across Virginia. https://ecs.page.link/WDrgg
2025/26 returning student registration for current Waynesboro Public Schools students is now open. Visit the PowerSchool parent portal to re-enroll your students now. https://waynesboro.powerschool.com/public/home.html
Good afternoon, and welcome back! Our PTO is doing its spring fundraiser. Please see the attachment and share it widely! The student who raises the most money gets to be principal for the day! You may not be able to see the picture via text, but it was sent to emails and is on our Facebook page. Thanks!
Spring Break Reminder! 🌸
Waynesboro Public Schools will be closed for Spring Break from March 24-28, 2025. We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a well-deserved break filled with rest, fun, and relaxation!
School will resume on Monday, March 31—see you then! 👋
📢 Preparing Our Kids for Success Parent Class – April 8
Struggling with getting your child to school? You're not alone! Join us for the Preparing Our Kids for Success Parent Class, a one-night seminar focused on truancy challenges and strategies to help.
📅 Date: April 8, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 8:30 PM (Dinner & childcare start at 5:30 PM)
💡 What to Expect:
✅ Practical strategies to encourage school attendance
✅ Local resources & communication tips
✅ FREE giveaways, dinner, and childcare (for children up to age 12)
This FREE session is open to parents of elementary, middle, and high school students. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and gain valuable insights!
📞 Register - See the flyer for details!
🎬 Lights, Learning, Action!
Our blockbuster Professional Learning Day was a hit! From inspiring sessions to meaningful connections, our educators shined on and off the 'set.' Huge thanks to everyone who made this day unforgettable! Click the link: https://youtu.be/U6N5VyBMp4Q
🌱✨ Waynesboro Education Farm Featured in Virginia Living Magazine!
We’re excited to share that the Waynesboro Education Farm has been featured in Virginia Living Magazine! 🎉 This incredible program provides hands-on learning experiences, connecting students with agriculture, sustainability, and food education.
We’re proud of the impact the Education Farm is making in our community and grateful for this recognition!
Check out the feature and celebrate this amazing accomplishment with us! 📖💚
