School Nutrition Vision, Purpose, & Goals
Our Vision: To become a model of school nutrition excellence in Virginia through innovation, integrity, and a
commitment to scratch cooking, local sourcing, and student voice.
Our Purpose: To serve nutritious, scratch-made meals featuring local foods and student-inspired recipes – building healthier habits, supporting the community, and fueling students for success.
Reaching our Goals:
Encouraging proper eating habits through the service of nutritious, well balanced meals.
Providing quality training to school nutrition staff.
Integrating fresh, whole foods and scratch recipes.
Utilizing local food as much as possible.
Involving students and staff in recipe testing and menu development.
Providing excellent customer service.
Promoting our programs to students, staff, parents, and the community.
Our Wellness Policy: Did you know that Waynesboro Public Schools has a Wellness Policy? It helps guide our school community with models for physical education and activity, healthy living habits, and nutrition education and standards. In the wellness policy, you can find:
Non-food celebration and reward ideas
Healthy snack and beverage suggestions
Sustainability practices
Standards for Smart Snacks
You can review the policy on our website at schoolnutritionandfitness.com.
We value your feedback and encourage collaboration. We want to hear from you!
Kelly Shomo
School Nutrition Supervisor
540-946-4600 ext. 8144
Laura Cash
School Nutrition Secretary
540-946-4600 ext. 8118
August 2025
Waynesboro Public Schools will offer FREE MEALS to all students
for the 2025-2026 School Year.
FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH
NO APPLICATIONS
All WPS students are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and
lunch at school at no cost each day of the 2025-2026 school year.
No further action is required of parents. Students will be able to
participate in this free meal program without having to submit a
meal application or pay for meals.
Students will need their ID number and cash, or funds on their
account, to purchase extra items such as drinks, snacks, and ice
cream. Money may be added to your student’s account at
If you have any questions or need further information, please call or email the
School Nutrition office:
Kelly Shomo
School Nutrition Supervisor
540-946-4600 ext. 8144
Laura Cash
School Nutrition Secretary
540-946-4600 ext. 8118