The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 6pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
Good morning! Please note, the middle school football game is at HOME this evening vs. Riverheads at 5:30. We've corrected the error in the newsletter. Thank you!
Good evening! This week's KCMS Badger News, 10/02/25,https://tinyurl.com/53arc76v. See you on Wednesday!
Today, Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Bus 696 (serving William Perry, KCMS, and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Also, Bus 626, (serving Wayne Hills Preschool Center) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Finally, Bus 621 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Also, Bus 626, (serving Wayne Hills Preschool Center) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Finally, Bus 621 (serving KCMS and WHS) will be approximately 30 minutes late for both the morning and afternoon routes.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Thank you.
Good evening, KCMS Badger News, 10/26/25! Looking forward to another great week! https://tinyurl.com/3mj565t3
💙 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
Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free. – Celebrate
#RedRibbonWeek (October 23-31).
#RedRibbonWeek (October 23-31).
💜 Badgers on the Rise! 💜
Kate Collins Middle School recently celebrated its first Badgers on the Rise event — a special time to recognize student growth and success! 🏆✨
The smiles say it all — KCMS staff couldn’t be prouder of the incredible students who continue to learn, grow, and shine every day. 💫
Kate Collins Middle School recently celebrated its first Badgers on the Rise event — a special time to recognize student growth and success! 🏆✨
The smiles say it all — KCMS staff couldn’t be prouder of the incredible students who continue to learn, grow, and shine every day. 💫
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
Good evening, KC Families, KCMS Badger News, 10/19/25...we had a week full of spirit! See you tomorrow! https://tinyurl.com/57zpyvvk
🎉 Spirit Day Spotlight: Pajama Day Edition!
The KCMS admin team brought cozy vibes and school spirit today! 💤💙
From flannel to fuzzy slippers, they showed that leadership looks good—even in PJs!
The KCMS admin team brought cozy vibes and school spirit today! 💤💙
From flannel to fuzzy slippers, they showed that leadership looks good—even in PJs!
📚 #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.
🎉🌱 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. 💚
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/
“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/
Good evening! KCMS Badger News, 10/12/25, https://tinyurl.com/2rf36ku8. Parent Conferences Monday and Tuesday! Hope to see you there!
The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 6pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.
🌱 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
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
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