Kate Collins

Waynesboro Families – We Need Your Input! Whether you currently use child care or not, your voice is important. Help Waynesboro Public Schools and our community partners better understand local child care needs by completing the Child Care Needs Assessment Survey—open now through the end of July! Your feedback will guide how we shape future programs and resources for families in Waynesboro. ⏱ It only takes a few minutes to complete. 🔗 Take the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ChildCareSAW Together, we can help build a stronger, more responsive child care system that works for all of us!

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.

Adventure. Leadership. Connection. A group of rising 6th graders recently kicked off our brand-new Wild Week in the Wilderness program! Selected from a competitive pool of applicants, these students stood out for their kindness, curiosity, and commitment to creating a positive environment. Joined by two outstanding junior counselors from Waynesboro High School, the group explored local gems like Sherando Lake, Panther Falls, and the Moorman’s River—learning, laughing, and building lasting memories along the way.

Wellness Wednesday As summer begins, many families are facing new child care challenges. CAPSAW, in partnership with local organizations, is conducting a Child Care Needs Assessment for Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro. 💬 Parents & caregivers — we want to hear from you! Help shape future child care solutions by completing this quick survey. 🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ChildCareSAW 📅 Open through June

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.

Tips & Resources Tuesday As summer fun begins, stay safe around water! 🛟 ✔️ Don’t swim alone ✔️ Watch kids closely ✔️ Skip swimming after heavy rain ✔️ Avoid cloudy or smelly water 💧 Private waters aren’t always monitored! 📞 Questions? Call the Health Department at 540-332-7830 🔗 https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/.../environmen.../swim-healthy/

"Steady hands and caring hearts': Waynesboro Schools recognizes teacher, staff retirees for 2025. Click link to read the full article: https://bit.ly/4jHZT8k

Hello, June! Here's what's happening this month in Waynesboro Public Schools: 📅 June 10 – School Board Meeting 🫶 Pride Month – Celebrating love, identity, and inclusion 📅 June 19 – Juneteenth Holiday (All school offices closed in observance) 📣 Save the Date! 🎉 Back to School Bash – Sunday, July 20 & Sunday, July 27 🕐 1:00–6:00 PM | 📍 Kate Collins Middle School

Here are a few tips to help with technology and your child during the summer: Talking about the news with our kids Screen Free Activities for Kids and Teens over the Summer Real Life Heroes on YouTube for Tweens and Teens

🎉 Wednesday, May 21 is the LAST DAY of SCHOOL! ☀️ WPS will dismiss early: 🚌 PK – 12:20 PM 🏫 Elementary – 12:40 PM 🐾 KCMS – 1:15 PM 🎓 WHS – 1:30 PM Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a fun, safe, and restful summer break! 💙 #WPSStrong #LastDayOfSchool #SummerStartsNow

At their May meeting, the Waynesboro School Board recognized Ms. Brianna Squizzero, Junior Beta Club sponsor and Ms. Ellen Trost, Junior Beta Club co-sponsor, as well as the students that participated in the Junior Beta Club Convention at the Hampton Convention Center in February 2025. Individual Recognitions include: Preston Stacy, 8th grader - placed 1st in 3D Designs Colin Corcoran, 7th grader - placed 2nd in Poetry Musicology Team, placed 1st and those participants included: Colin Corcoran, 7th grade Zachary Sandercock, 7th grade Logan Weisgram, 8th grade Darian Jones, 8th grade

At their May meeting, the Waynesboro School Board recognized the students whose art work was chosen to represent the Waynesboro School Board at the VSBA Valley Regional Spring Art Contest. The following participants were chosen by their art teacher to represent our elementary, middle and high schools in Page County on May 1, 2025. Kyla Mainer - 5th grade, William Perry Elementary School, Margaret Morris - Art Teacher (pictured) Mason Koenig - 7th grade, Kate Collins Middle School, Brooke Pangle - Art Teacher Morgan Sites - 11th grade, Waynesboro High School, Dawn Nay - Art Teacher (pictured) 2nd Place Award recognition was awarded to Kyla Mainer for her elementary artwork at the VSBA Valley Regional Spring Art Contest.

Good evening, KCMS Families! KCMS Badger News, 05/18/25m, https://tinyurl.com/5xyff9ka , Let's have a great last couple days!

KCMS Field Day, Monday, May 19th! Come Prepared! Football, Basketball, Inflatables, Volleyball and more! Kona Ice available for purchase, if you choose!

Honoring Our WPS Retirees Yesterday, the Waynesboro School Board recognized a group of incredible individuals who are retiring after years of service, dedication, and impact. Our Celebration of Service was a heartfelt moment to say thank you and celebrate the difference they’ve made in the lives of our students and staff. Please join us in celebrating the following 2024-2025 WPS retirees: Mrs. Lisa Brooks – Central Office, Federal Programs Manager Ms. Betsy Clark – Central Office, Instruction Secretary Mrs. Becky Cline – Central Office, Accounts Payable Secretary Mrs. Tammy Coffey – Central Office, School Nutrition Supervisor Ms. Sheila Freed – Central Office, Student Services Secretary Mr. Dale Osteen – Central Office, Maintenance Mrs. Peggy Swartz – Central Office, Transportation/Maintenance Secretary Mr. Justin Booth – Kate Collins Middle School, Science Teacher Mr. Kenneth Holley – Kate Collins Middle School, Custodian Mrs. Janice Cook – Wayne Hills Center, School Nutrition Assistant Mrs. Teresa Sprouse – Wayne Hills Center, School Nurse (RN) Ms. Rosemary Wagoner – Westwood Hills Elementary, ITRT Ms. Dawn Pryor – Waynesboro High School, School Nutrition Manager Your impact will be felt for years to come. Thank you for your service and commitment to our school division. 📸 Enjoy a few favorite moments below. 👉 Click here to view the full album: https://bit.ly/4kh6fMn

You are cordially invited to the KCMS 8th grade Celebration! May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm, Waynesboro High School 1200 W. Main Street Students should arrive by 5:30pm and enter through the auditorium entrance (to the right of the main entrance). Due to limited space, please limit guests to immediate family members, if possible. We look forward to this time together!

Good evening, KCMS Badger News, 05/11/25! https://tinyurl.com/2pw3yvrh We hope everyone has a great week as we complete our SOLs! Keep up the great work, Badgers!

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 7pm at Waynesboro High School 1400 W. Main Street in the media center.

Good evening, KCMS Families, tomorrow is our English SOL! Please remind your student to get a good night's rest, eat breakfast, and be on time. We've got this...GO, BADGERS!!!

SOL pep rally madness at Kate Collins Middle School. Click the link! https://youtube.com/shorts/UVLfJ41rJJY?feature=share