William Perry

📢 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.

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

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

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! 👋

📢 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

🌱✨ 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!

Reminder: No School on March 3, 2025 Waynesboro Public Schools will be closed for students on Monday, March 3, 2025, for a Division Staff Development Day. While students enjoy the day off, our dedicated staff will be engaging in professional learning to continue providing the best education for our community! Thank you for your support, and we’ll see students back on Tuesday, March 4!

🦷 FREE Dental Care Opportunity! Waynesboro community members—take advantage of FREE dental services on March 7-8 by appointment only for residents of Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro. 📌 Services Include: ✅ Free Consultation ✅ Free Cleanings ✅ Free Fillings ✅ Free Extractions 📅 Appointments are required—don't miss this chance for essential dental care at no cost! 📞 For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact 540-221-6635

Due to icy road conditions in parts of the city, Waynesboro Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay on Friday, February 21, 2025. Schools will open two hours later than usual for students.

Good evening!  Due to the icy road conditions in parts of the city, Waynesboro Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 20, 2025. All scheduled before- and after-school events and activities are also canceled.  Stay safe, and have a good evening!

Good evening! Due to forecasted ice and snow, Waynesboro Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. All scheduled before- and after-school events and activities are also canceled. Stay safe, and have a good evening!

📢 Reminder for Families! 📢 There will be no school for students on Monday, February 17, and Tuesday, February 18 due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers and discuss your child's progress. 📅 February 17-18 – Parent Conferences (No School for Students) Thank you for your partnership in your child's education!