Waynesville High School’s Courtwarming king and queen will be announced between the JV and varsity girls basketball games against Camdenton on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The C team game will begin at 4:30 p.m. The JV game will begin at 5:30 p.m. and varsity will begin at 7 p.m.
3 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville High School’s Courtwarming king and queen will be announced between the JV and varsity girls basketball games against Camdenton on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The C team game will begin at 4:30 p.m. The JV game will begin at 5:30 p.m. and varsity will begin at 7 p.m.
Preschool screenings to be held Jan. 13

Preschool screenings will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Williams Early Childhood Center on Jan. 13, 2026, for preschool children ages 3, 4 and 5 (not in kindergarten) who live in the Waynesville R-VI School District.

Please call 573-842-2650 to schedule your child’s screening at Williams Early Childhood Center, 12225 Pulaski Avenue, Fort Leonard Wood.

Williams preschool program consists of PACE and ECSE. Both are free for Waynesville R-VI residents who are admitted to the program. A student may be selected to attend either a morning (AM) or afternoon (PM) session.

For more information about the PACE program, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wecc/page/pace-preschool.



For more information about the ECSE program, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wecc/page/early-childhood-special-education.
6 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Preschool screenings to be held Jan. 13 Preschool screenings will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Williams Early Childhood Center on Jan. 13, 2026, for preschool children ages 3, 4 and 5 (not in kindergarten) who live in the Waynesville R-VI School District. Please call 573-842-2650 to schedule your child’s screening at Williams Early Childhood Center, 12225 Pulaski Avenue, Fort Leonard Wood. Williams preschool program consists of PACE and ECSE. Both are free for Waynesville R-VI residents who are admitted to the program. A student may be selected to attend either a morning (AM) or afternoon (PM) session. For more information about the PACE program, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wecc/page/pace-preschool. For more information about the ECSE program, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wecc/page/early-childhood-special-education.
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University-West Plains.
6 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University.
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University.
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University.
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University.
Abigail Nacol, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue her academic and athletic career playing softball at Missouri State University.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
7 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Scenes from the Waynesville High School girls swim team competing on Jan. 3, 2026, at the Parkview Valkyrie Invite at John Foster Natatorium. Photos by Connie Feighery.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
7 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
Before the holiday break, Waynesville Middle School Student Council members assisted with organizing and decorating a giving tree, fundraising for gifts, shopping for their peers and wrapping the presents. They helped make the holidays a little brighter for 17 of their peers.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event. More photos from this event will be uploaded to the Waynesville High School Facebook page.
7 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams competed against Republic on Jan. 2, 2026, in the main gym at WHS. The band, cheer and Rhythm Nation dance team also performed during the event.
The Waynesville High School boys basketball team won 49 to 45 against Northwest Cedar Hill on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, during the Route 66 Shootout. Additional photos appear on the Waynesville High School Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WaynesvilleHighSchool.
21 days ago, Marianne Ward
WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Band at WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Band at WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Band at WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Cheer at WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Cheer at WHS boys basketball game on Dec. 19, 2025.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University.
Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.

24 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
Riley and Regan Grosvenor, seniors at Waynesville High School, have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at Evangel University. Riley Grosvenor (pictured left) has signed to play basketball, while Regan Grosvenor (pictured right) has signed to compete in both softball and basketball.
More than 500 toys donated to Toys for Tots

More than 500 toys have been collected during the annual Waynesville JROTC Toys for Tots toy drive this year.

The Waynesville JROTC Battalion spearheaded efforts with more than 500 toys collected at the WCC. JROTC thanked SkillsUSA, the Cosmetology and Computer Information Technology classes, the WCC and Waynesville High School staff and faculty, and Dixon High School for making the drive such a success. Dixon High School donated both toys and $200 in cash.

Col. (Ret.) Charles Williams, senior Army instructor, thanked cadets, students, staff and individuals for making the holidays better for countless families in the Pulaski County Area. “This makes a difference,” Williams said.

The Pulaski County USMC Toys For Tots toy drive will support more than 560 families and 2100 children in our community.


24 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
More than 500 toys donated to Toys for Tots More than 500 toys have been collected during the annual Waynesville JROTC Toys for Tots toy drive this year. The Waynesville JROTC Battalion spearheaded efforts with more than 500 toys collected at the WCC. JROTC thanked SkillsUSA, the Cosmetology and Computer Information Technology classes, the WCC and Waynesville High School staff and faculty, and Dixon High School for making the drive such a success. Dixon High School donated both toys and $200 in cash. Col. (Ret.) Charles Williams, senior Army instructor, thanked cadets, students, staff and individuals for making the holidays better for countless families in the Pulaski County Area. “This makes a difference,” Williams said. The Pulaski County USMC Toys For Tots toy drive will support more than 560 families and 2100 children in our community.
More than 500 toys donated to Toys for Tots More than 500 toys have been collected during the annual Waynesville JROTC Toys for Tots toy drive this year. The Waynesville JROTC Battalion spearheaded efforts with more than 500 toys collected at the WCC. JROTC thanked SkillsUSA, the Cosmetology and Computer Information Technology classes, the WCC and Waynesville High School staff and faculty, and Dixon High School for making the drive such a success. Dixon High School donated both toys and $200 in cash. Col. (Ret.) Charles Williams, senior Army instructor, thanked cadets, students, staff and individuals for making the holidays better for countless families in the Pulaski County Area. “This makes a difference,” Williams said. The Pulaski County USMC Toys For Tots toy drive will support more than 560 families and 2100 children in our community.
Maries County Bank donated more than 120 hats to Waynesville R-VI students on Dec. 17, 2025. Pictured with the hats are Loan Officer Ada Faisca; Courtney Long, executive director of secondary; Mike Henson, executive director of elementary; and Head Teller Ashley Wolf.
26 days ago, Marianne Ward
Maries County Bank donated more than 120 hats to Waynesville R-VI students on Dec. 17, 2025. Pictured are Loan Officer Ada Faisca; Courtney Long, executive director of secondary; Mike Henson, executive director of elementary; and Head Teller Ashley Wolf.

Students will dismiss early on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, as follows:

  • Noon students in grades 6-12 will dismiss

  • 12:45 p.m. Full day preschools (Parker, Pick and Freedom) will dismiss

  • 1 p.m. Students in grades K-5 will dismiss

  • There will be no afternoon sessions for Williams Early Childhood Center

    There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Dec. 22, 2025 - Jan. 2, 2026.
    District offices will be closed Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Jan. 1.


    Students will return to the classroom on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.

26 days ago, Marianne Ward
Students will dismiss early on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, as follows: • Noon students in grades 6-12 will dismiss • 12:45 p.m. Parker Educational Center students will dismiss • 1 p.m. Students in grades K-5 will dismiss • There will be no afternoon sessions for Williams Early Childhood Center. There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Dec. 22, 2025 - Jan. 2, 2026. District offices will be closed Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Jan. 1. Students return to the classroom on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
The Waynesville R-VI Maintenance Department was recognized by Aaron Harrison, assistant superintendent of operational services, and Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI School Board meeting on Dec. 15, 2025. They were recognized for their prompt and efficient work in restoring the water at East Elementary.
27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville R-VI Maintenance Department was recognized by Aaron Harrison, assistant superintendent of operational services, and Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI School Board meeting on Dec. 15, 2025. They were recognized for their prompt and efficient work in restoring the water at East Elementary.
The Waynesville Rural Fire Department and Sonic were recognized by Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI School Board meeting on Dec. 15, 2025. They received the Community Recognition Award for their help while water was being restored at East Elementary and for their continued support of Waynesville R-VI students and staff.

27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville Rural Fire Department and Sonic were recognized by Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI School Board meeting on Dec. 15, 2025. They received the Community Recognition Award for their help while water was being restored at East Elementary and for their continued support of Waynesville R-VI students and staff.
An ambulance was dispatched to East Elementary at approximately 2:25 p.m. today (Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025) to treat an individual student with a medical condition. A parent/guardian has been notified and will determine what, if any, further medical treatment is necessary.

27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Sonja Mitchell, an 8th grade social studies teacher at Waynesville Middle School, was presented the Second Quarter Project Teach Award by Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on Dec. 15, 2025.

Mitchell was recognized for her "History Mystery" project, which promotes a hands-on learning experience that brings history to life.

The award comes with a $100 stipend from Personnel Services.
27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Sonja Mitchell, an 8th grade social studies teacher at Waynesville Middle School, was presented the Second Quarter Project Teach Award by Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on Dec. 15, 2025. Mitchell was recognized for her "History Mystery" project, which promotes a hands-on learning experience that brings history to life. The award comes with a $100 stipend from Personnel Services.
4 WHS students recognized at school board meeting


Four Waynesville High School band students were recognized for their All-State honors during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting by Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction, on Dec. 15, 2025.



Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will perform at the Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band.



Pictured left to right are WHS students Chloe Williams, Sarah Pierce, Landon Boswell and Kayden Wass, and Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction.

27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
4 WHS students recognized at school board meeting Four Waynesville High School band students were recognized for their All-State honors during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting by Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction, on Dec. 15, 2025. Kayden Wass (trombone) was selected to the 2026 Missouri All-State Band and will perform at the Missouri Music Educators Conference Jan. 28-31, 2026. Landon Boswell (tuba), Sarah Pierce (contra clarinet), and Chloe Williams (alto clarinet), were named to the Missouri All-State Honorable Mention Band. Pictured left to right are WHS students Chloe Williams, Sarah Pierce, Landon Boswell and Kayden Wass, and Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction.

An ambulance was dispatched to Waynesville Sixth Grade Center at approximately 12:40 p.m. today (Monday, Dec 15, 2025) to treat an individual student with a medical condition. A parent/guardian has been notified and will determine what, if any, further medical treatment is necessary.

28 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
28 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
The LEAP program hosted a Shine Night for families on Dec. 11, 2025, in the Learning Enrichment and Acceleration Program located inside Waynesville Middle School. During the evening, students showed the projects and innovative work they have completed so far this year.
Waynesville R-VI Superintendent Hilary Bales and Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction at Waynesville R-VI, volunteered with Rotary President Ursula Lebioda to ring the bell for the Salvation Army on Dec. 10, 2025, at Walmart. They represented the Rotary Club of Pulaski County.

28 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville R-VI Superintendent Hilary Bales and Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction at Waynesville R-VI, volunteered with Rotary President Ursula Lebioda to ring the bell for the Salvation Army on Dec. 10, 2025, at Walmart. They represented the Rotary Club of Pulaski County.
Waynesville R-VI Superintendent Hilary Bales and Courtney Long, executive director of secondary instruction at Waynesville R-VI, volunteered with Rotary President Ursula Lebioda to ring the bell for the Salvation Army on Dec. 10, 2025, at Walmart. They represented the Rotary Club of Pulaski County.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
28 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.
The Waynesville High School Chamber Choir performed holiday tunes before an audience of students at the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center on Dec. 12, 2025.