A false fire alarm sounded at Waynesville High School at approximately 10:45 a.m. today, Wednesday, June 10, 2026. There is no smoke and there is no fire. Out of an abundance of caution, the fire department has responded.
CTA recognized for Retirement Banquet
Superintendent Hilary Bales recognized Certified Teachers Association members for their energetic and thoughtful efforts to organize the retirement banquet, creating a meaningful celebration that beautifully honored our retiring staff members and their years of service.
Pictured at the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on June 8, 2026, are Shawna Olney, Tammi Stockfisch, Angela Houf, Kelly Gard, and Superintendent Hilary Bales.
Superintendent Hilary Bales recognized Certified Teachers Association members for their energetic and thoughtful efforts to organize the retirement banquet, creating a meaningful celebration that beautifully honored our retiring staff members and their years of service.
Pictured at the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on June 8, 2026, are Shawna Olney, Tammi Stockfisch, Angela Houf, Kelly Gard, and Superintendent Hilary Bales.
Video board sponsors receive Community Recognition.
Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, presented the Community Recognition Plaque for June 2026 to video board sponsors during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education on June 8, 2026.
Community members were recognized for their generous support for Waynesville R-VI students.
Anchor Sponsors Include:
Infuze Credit Union
Security Bank of Pulaski County
Founding Sponsors Include:
Mu Bahn Thai LLC
Phelps Health
Incite Design Studio
Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri
OPAA!
Premier Sponsors Include:
Hoppers Pub
Mercy
Seeger Toyota
KIDaccount
NetWatch
AudioAcoustics
Fikes recognized for placing 3rd in Speech and Debate
Zakhi Fikes was recognized for placing 3rd in Humorous Interpretation at the MSHSAA State Speech and Debate tournament, qualifying to compete in the National Speech and Debate Association Tournament.
Pictured are WHS teacher Christopher Crane, Zakhi Fikes, and Executive Director Courtney Long.
Zakhi Fikes was recognized for placing 3rd in Humorous Interpretation at the MSHSAA State Speech and Debate tournament, qualifying to compete in the National Speech and Debate Association Tournament.
Pictured are WHS teacher Christopher Crane, Zakhi Fikes, and Executive Director Courtney Long.
School Supply Lists
School supply lists have been announced for the Waynesville R-VI School District for the 2026-27 school year.
The lists are as follows:
1. Preschool/early childhood
https://aptg.co/GcZ8VL
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2. Elementary Grades K-2 and 3-5
https://aptg.co/sYbcj2
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3. 6th Grade
https://aptg.co/KZm6sz
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4. 7th & 8th Grades
https://aptg.co/T1gFrg
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5. 9th - 12th Grades
https://aptg.co/V0Jvq-
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All school supply lists
To view all of the school supply lists at once, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/school-supplies-lists
School supply lists have been announced for the Waynesville R-VI School District for the 2026-27 school year.
The lists are as follows:
1. Preschool/early childhood
https://aptg.co/GcZ8VL
______________
2. Elementary Grades K-2 and 3-5
https://aptg.co/sYbcj2
______________
3. 6th Grade
https://aptg.co/KZm6sz
______________
4. 7th & 8th Grades
https://aptg.co/T1gFrg
______________
5. 9th - 12th Grades
https://aptg.co/V0Jvq-
______________
All school supply lists
To view all of the school supply lists at once, please go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/school-supplies-lists
False alarm at East Elementary
A fire alarm was falsely pulled at East Elementary at approximately 1:55 p.m. today, Friday, June 5, 2026. All students are safe. There was no smoke and there was no fire.
A fire alarm was falsely pulled at East Elementary at approximately 1:55 p.m. today, Friday, June 5, 2026. All students are safe. There was no smoke and there was no fire.
Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team will host a summer camp June 8-10 at WHS.
Below is information about the camp:
Join the Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team for a High-Energy Youth Dance Camp!
Get ready to leap, turn, and shine at our 3-day dance camp designed for aspiring young dancers! Hosted by the WHS Varsity Dance Team, this camp will focus on fun and fundamentals — including kicks, jumps, and turn technique. Campers will also learn a special routine to show off their new skills for a special performance on the final day!
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your technique, this is a great opportunity to dance, build confidence, and be part of the Tiger spirit!
Cost: $35 per camper
Location: Small Gym Waynesville High School - 200 GW Lane, Waynesville MO 65583
Dates: June 8-10
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Age: K-6 Grade for the 2026-27 School Year
Payment should be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/k1fdse44
Register at: https://forms.gle/qs2Zfxc4ZRbUPSQ47
Parents/guardians will need to pick up their camper(s) at the main entrance of the WHS Main Gym by 7:40 pm.
Any questions please contact cpoole@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Athletic Director Cory Ace - cace@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Below is information about the camp:
Join the Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team for a High-Energy Youth Dance Camp!
Get ready to leap, turn, and shine at our 3-day dance camp designed for aspiring young dancers! Hosted by the WHS Varsity Dance Team, this camp will focus on fun and fundamentals — including kicks, jumps, and turn technique. Campers will also learn a special routine to show off their new skills for a special performance on the final day!
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your technique, this is a great opportunity to dance, build confidence, and be part of the Tiger spirit!
Cost: $35 per camper
Location: Small Gym Waynesville High School - 200 GW Lane, Waynesville MO 65583
Dates: June 8-10
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Age: K-6 Grade for the 2026-27 School Year
Payment should be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/k1fdse44
Register at: https://forms.gle/qs2Zfxc4ZRbUPSQ47
Parents/guardians will need to pick up their camper(s) at the main entrance of the WHS Main Gym by 7:40 pm.
Any questions please contact cpoole@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Athletic Director Cory Ace - cace@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Thayer Elementary Counselor Lauryn Mobley has been named the 2025-2026 Elementary South Central School Counselor of the Year. She was presented with a certificate in May.
Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team will host a summer camp June 8-10 at WHS.
Below is information about the camp:
Join the Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team for a High-Energy Youth Dance Camp!
Get ready to leap, turn, and shine at our 3-day dance camp designed for aspiring young dancers! Hosted by the WHS Varsity Dance Team, this camp will focus on fun and fundamentals — including kicks, jumps, and turn technique. Campers will also learn a special routine to show off their new skills for a special performance on the final day!
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your technique, this is a great opportunity to dance, build confidence, and be part of the Tiger spirit!
Cost: $35 per camper
Location: Small Gym Waynesville High School - 200 GW Lane, Waynesville MO 65583
Dates: June 8-10
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Age: K-6 Grade for the 2026-27 School Year
Payment should be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/k1fdse44
Register at: https://forms.gle/qs2Zfxc4ZRbUPSQ47
Parents/guardians will need to pick up their camper(s) at the main entrance of the WHS Main Gym by 7:40 pm.
Any questions please contact cpoole@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Athletic Director Cory Ace - cace@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Below is information about the camp:
Join the Waynesville High School Varsity Dance Team for a High-Energy Youth Dance Camp!
Get ready to leap, turn, and shine at our 3-day dance camp designed for aspiring young dancers! Hosted by the WHS Varsity Dance Team, this camp will focus on fun and fundamentals — including kicks, jumps, and turn technique. Campers will also learn a special routine to show off their new skills for a special performance on the final day!
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your technique, this is a great opportunity to dance, build confidence, and be part of the Tiger spirit!
Cost: $35 per camper
Location: Small Gym Waynesville High School - 200 GW Lane, Waynesville MO 65583
Dates: June 8-10
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Age: K-6 Grade for the 2026-27 School Year
Payment should be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/k1fdse44
Register at: https://forms.gle/qs2Zfxc4ZRbUPSQ47
Parents/guardians will need to pick up their camper(s) at the main entrance of the WHS Main Gym by 7:40 pm.
Any questions please contact cpoole@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Athletic Director Cory Ace - cace@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Waynesville R-VI librarians will bring the Tiger Book Express to Waynesville and St. Robert city parks this summer for children in PreK-6th grades to check out free books.
The Tiger Book Express is open to the public and children may check out books for free, listen to guest readers when available, and visit with Waynesville R-VI librarians.
The dates, times and locations are as follows:
June 8, 15, 18, 22, 29: 5 to 7 p.m. Waynesville City Park
June 11 and 25: 5 to 7 p.m. St. Robert City Park
July 6, 9, 13, 16 and 20: 9 a.m. to noon Waynesville City Park
July 2, 14 and 21: 5 to 7 p.m. St. Robert City Park
Aug. 3: 9 a.m. to noon Waynesville City Park
Aug. 6: 5 to 7 p.m. St. Robert City Park
Upcoming Sports Camps
From our Athletic Office:
Waynesville R-VI sports camps for elementary and middle school students have been announced. Registration links will open as noted below. (The grade levels refer to the grade the student will enter this fall for the 2026-2027 school year).
The Waynesville R-VI School District will offer sports camps for elementary students as follows:
· *Elementary Dance Camp for students in K-6th will be held June 8-10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Waynesville High School (Registration for grades K-6 in the 26-27 school year is now open.)
· *Full Day Soccer Camp for students in grades 5-8 in the 2026-27 school year. June 25-28 from 8 a.m-4 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School (Registration for grades 5-8 opens on June 8.)
· *Elementary Boys & Girls Basketball Camp for students in grades in kindergarten through 6th grades in the 2026-27 school year will be held July 13-15 from 9-10:30 a.m. (K-2) and 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (3-6) at Waynesville High School Registration for grades K-6 opens on June 15)
Waynesville Middle School has announced the following summer camps:
*Full Day Soccer Camp for students in grades 5-8 in the 2026-27 school year. June 25-28 from 8 a.m-4 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School (Registration for grades 5-8 opens on June 8.)
· Middle School (Grades 7-8) Football Camp Monday-Thursday, Aug. 3-6 from 6-8 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School Slaughter Field. (Registration for grades 6-8 opens on July .)
Step 1: Registration Links:
Please register first and then proceed to My School Bucks to make your payment. Registration for camps open on:
REGISTRATION OPENS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES FOR THE FOLLOWING CAMPS: (The registration links will be at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/waynesville-tiger-athletics/page/youth-camps)
· May 28 (Elementary Dance Camp registration opens for grades K-6th)
· June 8 (Full day Soccer Camp registration opens for grades 5th-8th)
· June 15 (Elementary Boys & Girls Basketball Camp registration opens for grades K-6th)
· July 13 (Middle School Football camp registration opens for grades 7th & 8th)
Payment must be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/schoolevents after registering your student. Payment alone does not secure your spot.
Notes:
Registration must be completed online for EACH individual sport camp.
Individuals participating in more than one camp will be responsible to sign up for each separately as the links become available. In addition if you are signing up multiple individuals you will need to register each student separately. Any individual not registered prior to registration closing will not be permitted to attend.
Step 2: Payments
All payments for camps will be through My School Bucks (PAY CAMP FEE HERE). Please pay AFTER registering your child.
From our Athletic Office:
Waynesville R-VI sports camps for elementary and middle school students have been announced. Registration links will open as noted below. (The grade levels refer to the grade the student will enter this fall for the 2026-2027 school year).
The Waynesville R-VI School District will offer sports camps for elementary students as follows:
· *Elementary Dance Camp for students in K-6th will be held June 8-10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Waynesville High School (Registration for grades K-6 in the 26-27 school year is now open.)
· *Full Day Soccer Camp for students in grades 5-8 in the 2026-27 school year. June 25-28 from 8 a.m-4 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School (Registration for grades 5-8 opens on June 8.)
· *Elementary Boys & Girls Basketball Camp for students in grades in kindergarten through 6th grades in the 2026-27 school year will be held July 13-15 from 9-10:30 a.m. (K-2) and 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (3-6) at Waynesville High School Registration for grades K-6 opens on June 15)
Waynesville Middle School has announced the following summer camps:
*Full Day Soccer Camp for students in grades 5-8 in the 2026-27 school year. June 25-28 from 8 a.m-4 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School (Registration for grades 5-8 opens on June 8.)
· Middle School (Grades 7-8) Football Camp Monday-Thursday, Aug. 3-6 from 6-8 p.m. at Waynesville Middle School Slaughter Field. (Registration for grades 6-8 opens on July .)
Step 1: Registration Links:
Please register first and then proceed to My School Bucks to make your payment. Registration for camps open on:
REGISTRATION OPENS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES FOR THE FOLLOWING CAMPS: (The registration links will be at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/waynesville-tiger-athletics/page/youth-camps)
· May 28 (Elementary Dance Camp registration opens for grades K-6th)
· June 8 (Full day Soccer Camp registration opens for grades 5th-8th)
· June 15 (Elementary Boys & Girls Basketball Camp registration opens for grades K-6th)
· July 13 (Middle School Football camp registration opens for grades 7th & 8th)
Payment must be made at My School Bucks https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/schoolevents after registering your student. Payment alone does not secure your spot.
Notes:
Registration must be completed online for EACH individual sport camp.
Individuals participating in more than one camp will be responsible to sign up for each separately as the links become available. In addition if you are signing up multiple individuals you will need to register each student separately. Any individual not registered prior to registration closing will not be permitted to attend.
Step 2: Payments
All payments for camps will be through My School Bucks (PAY CAMP FEE HERE). Please pay AFTER registering your child.
On Friday, May 29, 2026, Waynesville R-VI bus drivers will practice their summer school routes in preparation for the first day of summer school on Monday, June 1, 2026. Parents and community members may notice buses traveling throughout the district as drivers rehearse schedules and routes to help ensure a smooth start to summer school.
Four Rivers to host Back to School Bash on Aug. 12
Four Rivers Community Health Center will host a Back to School Bash from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 12 at 165 Park Dr. in St. Robert.
Sports physicals, immunizations and well-child checks will be available (walk-ins only). Four Rivers will also be giving aways hygiene items, shoes, toys and games.
Four Rivers Community Health Center will host a Back to School Bash from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 12 at 165 Park Dr. in St. Robert.
Sports physicals, immunizations and well-child checks will be available (walk-ins only). Four Rivers will also be giving aways hygiene items, shoes, toys and games.
Ten Waynesville R-VI Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Launch Teams participated in the 2026 Missouri S&T Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Showcase.
STEM Launch Academy students in grades 3-5 explored how real-world drones can make a meaningful impact by supporting people, animals and conservation efforts. Through research and collaboration, they developed ideas for using drones to deliver food and medical supplies while also monitoring the needs and behaviors of threatened and endangered animals.
Based on feedback and evaluation scores from higher-education faculty and guests at the showcase, Launch Team 5 members Hannah R., Joseph H., Gwyneth E. and Carileigh T. were selected as the Project Based Learning STEM Team of the Year.
“Their project stood out for its originality, creativity and problem-solving, featuring a skywalk that allows visitors to observe animals in a natural setting without disturbing the animals or their habitat,” said Dr. Saralice Campbell, PLTW Launch teacher.
Team 5 members received certificates, programmable robots and other prizes.
STEM Launch Academy students in grades 3-5 explored how real-world drones can make a meaningful impact by supporting people, animals and conservation efforts. Through research and collaboration, they developed ideas for using drones to deliver food and medical supplies while also monitoring the needs and behaviors of threatened and endangered animals.
Based on feedback and evaluation scores from higher-education faculty and guests at the showcase, Launch Team 5 members Hannah R., Joseph H., Gwyneth E. and Carileigh T. were selected as the Project Based Learning STEM Team of the Year.
“Their project stood out for its originality, creativity and problem-solving, featuring a skywalk that allows visitors to observe animals in a natural setting without disturbing the animals or their habitat,” said Dr. Saralice Campbell, PLTW Launch teacher.
Team 5 members received certificates, programmable robots and other prizes.
Hundreds of extra meals went home with Snack in a Pack students, thanks to the WHS Student Government Association leading an effort called Meals that Matter as part of Dude Be Nice Week.
Waynesville High School’s SGA students put collection bins at area schools, held collection drives on two different dates at the local Price Cutter, as well as received food donations from local churches and civic groups. With the help of parents, community members and local organizations SGA students were able to meet the goal of providing two meals for every family enrolled in the Snack in a Pack program.
This year, approximately 476 students across the district benefited from the program.
The annual Dude Be Nice Week is held in April each year and is a time dedicated to spreading kindness and giving back to others.
Waynesville High School’s SGA students put collection bins at area schools, held collection drives on two different dates at the local Price Cutter, as well as received food donations from local churches and civic groups. With the help of parents, community members and local organizations SGA students were able to meet the goal of providing two meals for every family enrolled in the Snack in a Pack program.
This year, approximately 476 students across the district benefited from the program.
The annual Dude Be Nice Week is held in April each year and is a time dedicated to spreading kindness and giving back to others.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Monday, May 25, 2026, and all offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Happy Last Day of School from Wood Elementary ... where their students are "toad-ally" ready for the next grade.
As the 2025-2026 school year comes to a close, students at Freedom Elementary shared smiles, waves and reminders of encouragement on the last day of school. From a cheerful goodbye wave to messages reminding students they are loved, valued and that they belong, the final day was filled with positivity as students headed into summer break.
TODAY is the last day of the 2025-26 school year!
Students will be dismissed early on Friday, May 22, 2026, as follows:
- Grades 6-11 will dismiss at noon.
- Full day Pre-K at Parker Educational Center, Freedom Elementary and Pick Educational and Volunteer Center will dismiss at 12:45 p.m.
- Grades K-5 will dismiss at 1 p.m.
Please note: There will be no afternoon session at Williams Early Childhood Center.
Students will be dismissed early on Friday, May 22, 2026, as follows:
- Grades 6-11 will dismiss at noon.
- Full day Pre-K at Parker Educational Center, Freedom Elementary and Pick Educational and Volunteer Center will dismiss at 12:45 p.m.
- Grades K-5 will dismiss at 1 p.m.
Please note: There will be no afternoon session at Williams Early Childhood Center.
Tiger fans may become Booster Club sponsors
The Waynesville Tiger Athletic Booster Club Sponsorship forms for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year are now available.
Our local businesses and sponsors are the backbone of our programs. When you partner with the Booster Club, your generosity directly impacts our students by funding student-athlete scholarships and providing other assistance and resources for MSHSAA-sanctioned sports and activities.
We would love to have you on board! Whether you are a returning sponsor or looking to partner with us for the first time, you can request a digital or physical sponsorship packet today.
To request a digital or physical form, please email at whstigerathleticboosterclub@gmail.com.
Thank you for your continued support of our students, athletes, and activities!
The Waynesville Tiger Athletic Booster Club Sponsorship forms for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year are now available.
Our local businesses and sponsors are the backbone of our programs. When you partner with the Booster Club, your generosity directly impacts our students by funding student-athlete scholarships and providing other assistance and resources for MSHSAA-sanctioned sports and activities.
We would love to have you on board! Whether you are a returning sponsor or looking to partner with us for the first time, you can request a digital or physical sponsorship packet today.
To request a digital or physical form, please email at whstigerathleticboosterclub@gmail.com.
Thank you for your continued support of our students, athletes, and activities!
