Kate Collins

Good afternoon! KCMS Badger News, 04/20/25,https://tinyurl.com/385um79x

📢 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! 💙

Good evening, KCMS Families! KCMS Badger News, 04/13/25, https://tinyurl.com/yvss6rx3 See you tomorrow!

Reminder! Sign-Ups for KCMS Spring Pictures Pre-register at the link below. Students must be pre-registered for pictures.

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

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.

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.

🎶 Special Thanks to Guest Clinician Mr. Barron Maskew! A tremendous THANK YOU to Mr. Barron Maskew, MME, for spending the week with our KCMS Band students! Mr. Maskew hosted workshops and led rehearsals with each band class at Kate Collins Middle School, helping our musicians grow their skills and prepare for the upcoming Spring Concert. We’re so grateful for the time, talent, and inspiration you shared with our students! 👏

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 evening! Welcome back from Spring Break! KCMS Badger News, 03/30/25,https://tinyurl.com/ywk35wsd, See you tomorrow!

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! 👋

Good evening! KCMS Badger News, 03/16/25, https://tinyurl.com/ycxb2pwb, Have a great week!

📢 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

Good evening, KCMS Families, KCMS Badger News, 03/09/25, https://tinyurl.com/mrrammnb, Have a great week!

🌱✨ 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! 📖💚

The next regular meeting of the Waynesboro School Board will be Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 7pm at Central Office 301 Pine Ave.

🌟 Happy National School Social Work Week! 🌟 This week, we celebrate and appreciate our incredible school social workers—Jonathan Steck, Sarah Wygant, and Crystal Breeden—for the vital role they play in supporting our students, families, and schools. 💙 From providing resources and advocacy to offering emotional and social support, their dedication makes a lasting impact on our community. Thank you for your compassion, commitment, and hard work!