Today, Friday, December 12, 2025, Bus 621 (serving William Perry, KCMS, and WHS) will be approximately 20 minutes late for the morning route.
Bus 698 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 20 minutes late for the morning route.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Bus 698 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 20 minutes late for the morning route.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Good evening, 8th grade families!
The 8th grade field trip to Blue Ridge Community College is being rescheduled to next semester. More information will be available soon!
8th grade will have a regular daily schedule tomorrow.
Thank you!
The 8th grade field trip to Blue Ridge Community College is being rescheduled to next semester. More information will be available soon!
8th grade will have a regular daily schedule tomorrow.
Thank you!
Good afternoon, KCMS Families,
Due to the recent changes because of inclement weather, our Chorus Concert this evening will begin at 6:30 instead of 6:00pm. Chorus students still arrive at their designated time. This will allow us to accommodate both our basketball game starting at 5:30 and the concert at 6:30.
Thank you!
Mrs. Nester
Good evening, We look forward to having everyone back tomorrow. We will be operating on a two hour delay. Due to the snow days and delays this week, our Benchmarks will be moved to next week.
Monday: Science
Tuesday: English
Wednesday: Math
Thursday: 8th grade Civics
Also, tomorrow is Wintry Wednesday, white and wintry colors, if you would like. Our basketball game vs. Buffalo Gap is at 5:30.
See you tomorrow!
Have a good evening,
Mrs. Nester
Monday: Science
Tuesday: English
Wednesday: Math
Thursday: 8th grade Civics
Also, tomorrow is Wintry Wednesday, white and wintry colors, if you would like. Our basketball game vs. Buffalo Gap is at 5:30.
See you tomorrow!
Have a good evening,
Mrs. Nester
Good evening! KCMS Badger News, 12/07/25, https://tinyurl.com/mjrzbzey See you tomorrow!
The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
Good evening! We hope you had a great break! KCMS Badger News, 11/30/25, https://tinyurl.com/jwwxe62t We are looking forward to having everyone back tomorrow!
We are thankful for our KCMS Families!
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Thank you, KCMS Students and Families, for your hard work and support, helping make Kate Collins a welcoming place to learn and grow.
We hope you have a safe, wonderful break.
School will be closed November 24-28.
We look forward to seeing our students back on December 1, 2025!
The next edition of KCMS Badger News will be November 30th.
Have a great break!
Mrs. Nester
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Thank you, KCMS Students and Families, for your hard work and support, helping make Kate Collins a welcoming place to learn and grow.
We hope you have a safe, wonderful break.
School will be closed November 24-28.
We look forward to seeing our students back on December 1, 2025!
The next edition of KCMS Badger News will be November 30th.
Have a great break!
Mrs. Nester
🎉 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
This weeks EL (English Learner) Family Engagement Night was such a beautiful success! 💜💛
A huge thank you to Roxi Staton, family bilingual liaison for her incredible support, coordination, and heart for families.
We are so grateful for our families, staff, volunteers, and community partners who came together to create a space of connection, belonging, and celebration. Events like this remind us of the power of community and the importance of supporting one another.
Thank you again to everyone who made this night special — we appreciate you!
A huge thank you to Roxi Staton, family bilingual liaison for her incredible support, coordination, and heart for families.
We are so grateful for our families, staff, volunteers, and community partners who came together to create a space of connection, belonging, and celebration. Events like this remind us of the power of community and the importance of supporting one another.
Thank you again to everyone who made this night special — we appreciate you!
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
Good evening! KCMS Badger News, 11/16/25, https://tinyurl.com/3bfrshy4, See you tomorrow!
📣 Attention KCMS an WHS English Learner Families.
You're Invited: Family School Connections Night!
Join us for an evening designed to help families better understand and navigate the U.S. school system — with interpreters available and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all!
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Waynesboro High School
🍽️ Food & childcare provided
You’ll also have the chance to meet staff from KCMS and WHS!
👉 Let us know you're coming:
Contact Roxi Staton, Family Bilingual Liaison
📞 540-946-4616 ext. 70012
📧 rstaton@waynesboro.k12.va.us
We look forward to connecting with you! 💙
You're Invited: Family School Connections Night!
Join us for an evening designed to help families better understand and navigate the U.S. school system — with interpreters available and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all!
📅 Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Waynesboro High School
🍽️ Food & childcare provided
You’ll also have the chance to meet staff from KCMS and WHS!
👉 Let us know you're coming:
Contact Roxi Staton, Family Bilingual Liaison
📞 540-946-4616 ext. 70012
📧 rstaton@waynesboro.k12.va.us
We look forward to connecting with you! 💙
🚲 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!
Good evening! KCMS Badger News, 11/09/25, https://tinyurl.com/yky7w4pe, See you tomorrow!