William Perry

🎉 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 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.

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

Good Morning Panther Family! We could use a few items for Field Day if you can help out. We need the following items Bunch O Balloons, cases of water bottles and cups for snow cones. Thank you for all you do to help our Panthers out.

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 Morning Panther Family! We could use a few items for Field Day if you can help out. We need the following items Bunch O Balloons, cases of water bottles, bubbles and cups for snow cones. Thank you for all you do to help our Panthers out.

🌱🌸 Annual WPS Plant Sale is Almost Here! Mark your calendars and get your garden gloves ready! Join us at the Waynesboro Education Farm for our annual WPS Plant Sale — a community favorite supporting hands-on learning and sustainable agriculture in our schools! 📅 Dates & Times: 🪻 Wednesday, May 7 | 4:00–7:00 PM 🌼 Saturday, May 10 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM 📍 Location: Waynesboro Education Farm (adjacent to Berkeley Glenn Elementary) All proceeds benefit: ✔️ Waynesboro High School Agriculture Program ✔️ Kate Collins Middle School Garden Programs ✔️ Continued growth at the Education Farm Come find your next favorite plant while supporting our students and school gardens!

Attention WPS Families of Students with IEPs! The 2024–2025 VDOE Special Education Parent Survey is now open! 📝 Your feedback helps improve special education services across the Commonwealth — and your voice matters. 💻 Preferred Submission Method: Online 🗓️ Deadline: December 12, 2025 🧾 Paper surveys are also available in English and Spanish for those who prefer to mail in responses. 🔗 Access the survey and resources here: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/.../information-for-families ✔️ One survey per child receiving special education services ✔️ Use a different browser or device for multiple submissions Thank you for partnering with us to support and enhance every student’s learning experience! Questions? Contact Dr. Chiquita Seaborne at (804) 418-4672 or Chiquita.Seaborne@doe.virginia.gov.

Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting (SEAC) Monday, April 28th 7:00 pm In-person: Central Office Board Room To participate by Zoom, please email: lburks@waynesboro.k12.va.us no later than 3:00 on 4/28.

BRCC/SHINE Career 101 Not Sure Where to Start? Explore, Experience & Find Your Fit—FREE in Just 15 Hours! Thinking about a career in Drones, Welding, Healthcare, Amazon Web Services, or Transportation/Heavy Equipment but not sure which path to take? This FREE hands-on career series will give you a real feel for the work and help you decide your next steps! What You’ll Get: A crash course in five in-demand careers Hands-on activities led by industry experts Insights on training requirements, salaries, and job opportunities Field Trip Experience—Try Before You Train! Before committing to a training program, explore your top career interests! Pick three career areas for a 30-minute-deep dive Visit real training sites & try classroom exercises Get guidance on the next steps for training & certification No experience? No problem! This is your chance to explore, test-drive careers, and make an informed decision—all at no cost to you! Sign up today! May 16 – June 17, 2025 Tuesdays | 6:00–8:00 PM Questions? Contact Vici Garber at vgarber@waynesboro.k12.va.us Ready to Sign Up? Click Here for the Career 101 Interest/Registration Form or Visit: https://forms.gle/zz622ciiZCZxjatG6

They keep us organized. They know everything and everyone. They can find that missing form, a band-aid, a pencil, and your peace of mind… all before lunch. 🙌 🎉 Today we celebrate our Administrative Professionals—the multitasking legends behind the magic. 💐 We see you. We appreciate you. We couldn’t do it without you.

Good Morning Panther Family!! We are still in need of volunteers for Field Day. If you could come help run a station on this awesome day of celebration we would greatly appreciate you and your generosity. Volunteer forms went home the other Tuesday in students' folders. Please get them in by Friday if you are able to help.

🌿🌟 Wild Week in the Wilderness – Rising 6th Graders Edition! 🌟🌿 Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure designed just for rising 6th graders! 🥾🌊 Whether you're into exploring, swimming, or just enjoying nature with new friends—this is the summer experience for you. 📅 June 9–12 🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Local Natural Areas 🎒 What to expect: Exploring trails, swimming, games, rambles, and tons of fun in the great outdoors! Don't miss out on this wild summer experience! 📝 Register by May 9 👉 https://shorturl.at/VJtfO Tag a friend you'd want to adventure with! 🌲🔥

Perry kindergarten teacher named Waynesboro's best of 2025. Click link to read the full article [behind paywall}: https://bit.ly/3RsO0qY

🎉 Celebrating Our 2025 Teachers of the Year! 🍎✨ Today, we had the joy of honoring some of the most dedicated and inspiring educators in Waynesboro Public Schools during our Teacher of the Year Celebration. Please join us in recognizing the amazing honorees from each school: 🏫 Joanne Coffey – Berkeley Glenn Elementary 🏫 Rachel Hubler – Wenonah Elementary 🏫 Amanda Hall – Westwood Hills Elementary 🏫 Sarah Hinkle – William Perry Elementary 🏫 Felicia Bradley – Kate Collins Middle School 🏫 Autumn Woodson – Waynesboro High School 🏫 Brian Edwards – Valley Academy A special congratulations to Sarah Hinkle, who was named our Division Teacher of the Year! 🎉💐 Your passion, creativity, and care for students truly shine. Swipe through a few photo highlights below and check out the full album from the celebration here: 📸 https://bit.ly/3EArfhX

📢 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! 💙

Volunteer forms for Field Day will be coming home tomorrow!!! If you can help run a station on Field Day, May 16th, please fill out and return the top portion by April 25th. We could really use your help! You will need to fill out the chaperone/volunteer packet if you have not done so already. On Field Day you would need to be here by 8am.

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.