Veterans Richard Oxendine and Jim Barrett spoke to East Elementary students during a Veterans Day Ceremony held at the school today (Nov. 11, 2026). Waynesville JROTC students presented the Colors to open the event.
Waynesville R-VI students are celebrating Love of Reading Week through Nov. 6, 2026, with activities that bring books to life. At East Elementary, students put their creativity to work by designing entries for a Recycled Robot Contest inspired by Peter Brown’s book, "The Wild Robot." They also participated in a "book tasting" by "sampling" different books.
Kyleen Oxendine, a teacher at East Elementary, was presented with the 1st Quarter Project Teach Award by Dr. Jamie Goforth, assistant superintendent of personnel services, during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on Oct. 19, 2026.
Oxendine was recognized for her project. "Take Home Reading Success Kits,” which give students a structured, engaging and easy-to-use tool for practicing essential literacy skills outside of school. The award comes with a $100 stipend from Personnel Services.
Oxendine was recognized for her project. "Take Home Reading Success Kits,” which give students a structured, engaging and easy-to-use tool for practicing essential literacy skills outside of school. The award comes with a $100 stipend from Personnel Services.
Congratulations Mrs. Oxendine 🎉
Mrs. Oxendine received a Project Teach Award 🧡🖤
We are so proud to see our teachers recognized for the hard work, dedication, and heart they put into making a difference for our students each day!
Waynesville R-VI will host "Math Together: Tools for Home and School" from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at Parker Educational Center, 909 U.S. Route 66, Waynesville.
The evening will focus on helping families support student success in mathematics. Parents and students will explore practical strategies, hands-on tools and resources to help strengthen math skills, build confidence and encourage problem-solving. Families will leave with ideas and materials to support continued learning.
This is the second in the Tiger Pride Night series for 2026-27.
The evening will focus on helping families support student success in mathematics. Parents and students will explore practical strategies, hands-on tools and resources to help strengthen math skills, build confidence and encourage problem-solving. Families will leave with ideas and materials to support continued learning.
This is the second in the Tiger Pride Night series for 2026-27.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, for a teacher in-service (professional development) day.
Preschool screenings to be held Oct. 13
Preschool screenings will be held at Williams Early Childhood Center on Oct. 13, 2026, for preschool children ages 3, 4 and 5 (not in kindergarten) who live in the Waynesville R-VI School District.
Appointments available at 8:30, 9:30, 10:30, 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30. The child must turn age 3 by Aug. 1, 2026, to be screened. 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.
Waynesville High School’s Student Government Association will host a free Trunk or Treat event for children from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, in the WHS parking lot.
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Fire Assembly day! Learning, having fun, and staying safe! 🐯🚒
Waynesville R-VI's top three Homecoming parade floats were announced during halftime of the Homecoming football game on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, as follows:
· 1st place: Waynesville Sixth Grade Center
· 2nd place: Thayer Elementary
· 3rd place: East Elementary
· 1st place: Waynesville Sixth Grade Center
· 2nd place: Thayer Elementary
· 3rd place: East Elementary
An ambulance was dispatched to East Elementary at approximately 9:05 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, to treat an individual student with a medical condition. The parent/guardian has been contacted and will determine what, if any, further medical treatment is necessary.
East has a blast dressing up for Spirit week!
Mrs. Light's class had some exciting things happen!
They finished up their place value unit with a fun Numbers Party! 🎉
It was also the last day for one of their students. They also found out that their class was Top Reader for the first month of school! 📚🏆
Lots to celebrate!
It's great to be a Tiger! 🐯
They finished up their place value unit with a fun Numbers Party! 🎉
It was also the last day for one of their students. They also found out that their class was Top Reader for the first month of school! 📚🏆
Lots to celebrate!
It's great to be a Tiger! 🐯
Today is Custodian Appreciation Day, and we are incredibly grateful for the amazing custodians who care for our schools each and every day.
You help create clean, safe and welcoming spaces where our students can learn and our staff can do their best work.
Thank you for everything you do for our students, staff and schools. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🧡🖤
You help create clean, safe and welcoming spaces where our students can learn and our staff can do their best work.
Thank you for everything you do for our students, staff and schools. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🧡🖤
Students to showcase their talents on Oct. 1;
4 to be inducted into Wall of Leaders
The Waynesville R-VI School District Foundation will host Showcase Waynesville Schools from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, at Waynesville High School. Following the performances, two alumni and two educators will be inducted into the Wall of Leaders.
“We invite families and community members to come celebrate the creativity and talent of our students through their artwork and live performances,” said Foundation President Cheryl Vernon.
From 5:30 to 6 p.m. student art pieces will be on display, along with art and robotics demonstrations. At 6 p.m. students will take the stage for dance, instrumental and choral performances, along with a Waynesville JROTC exhibition.
During the performances, the individuals who will later be inducted into the Wall of Leaders will be introduced. The formal induction ceremony of Brad and Arita Bohannan in the Lifetime Achievement – Alumni category and Dwight Hensley and David Lawson as Outstanding Educational Professionals will begin at 7:15 p.m. in front of the Wall of Leaders, which is located directly behind the bronze tiger statue.
This year’s Showcase Waynesville Schools is free and open to the public.
Schedule at a glance
5:30 to 6 p.m. WHS 1st Floor
-- Guests will view student artwork and students will demonstrate their artistic and robotic skills on the first floor fine arts wing of WHS.
6 to 7 p.m. WHS Auditorium
-- Waynesville R-VI students will perform dance, musical and choral numbers in the WHS Auditorium.
7:15 p.m. WHS Bronze Tiger
-- Close friends, family members and community leaders are invited to stay for the formal Induction ceremony into the Wall of Leaders. Brad and Arita Bohannan will be recognized in the Lifetime Achievement – Alumni category and Dwight Hensley and David Lawson will be honored as Outstanding Educational Professionals.
Waynesville R-VI offers more than 75 clubs, sports and afterschool activities that give students opportunities to explore their interests, build relationships, develop new skills and grow as leaders. These experiences help bring our mission to life: Leading the Way, Every Day. Inspiring students to learn, lead, and leave a lasting impact on their communities.
Learn more about our afterschool programs at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/page/afterschool-programs
Band photo by Waynesville High School student.
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Learn more about our afterschool programs at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/page/afterschool-programs
Band photo by Waynesville High School student.
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Every number tells a story of student success, dedicated staff and a commitment to educational excellence.
Graduation rate: 96.9%
Total meals served in 2025-26: 1,166,688
More than 75 clubs and sports
1,000 teachers, faculty and staff
6,052 students in PreK-12
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Graduation rate: 96.9%
Total meals served in 2025-26: 1,166,688
More than 75 clubs and sports
1,000 teachers, faculty and staff
6,052 students in PreK-12
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Families had a blast at our Curriculum and Title 1 Family Night! Even a few dogs had fun! Thank you to Dustin Moss with the Conservation, Kona Ice, Midwest Sips, Fisher's Frosty Flavors, and Melody Hybbard, Linda Heigert, and Sarah Sundell with their pups!
Our District’s Strategic Plan
The Waynesville R-VI strategic plan is centered on four priorities that guide our work from 2026–2031. The Comprehensive School Improvement Plan was developed through a collaboration of community members, students, staff, teachers, parents, volunteers and administrators.
Together, these priorities focus on:
Student Success, Well-Being & Safety
Quality Staffing, Retention & Wellness
Facilities, Safety, Resources & Technology
Community Engagement & Communication
Our District's Mission
Leading the Way, Every Day
Inspiring students to learn, lead, and leave a lasting impact on their communities.
Our District's Vision
Waynesville R-VI will become a school community where students are empowered to lead with integrity, serve, and make a meaningful difference in the world.
The Waynesville R-VI strategic plan is centered on four priorities that guide our work from 2026–2031. The Comprehensive School Improvement Plan was developed through a collaboration of community members, students, staff, teachers, parents, volunteers and administrators.
Together, these priorities focus on:
Student Success, Well-Being & Safety
Quality Staffing, Retention & Wellness
Facilities, Safety, Resources & Technology
Community Engagement & Communication
Our District's Mission
Leading the Way, Every Day
Inspiring students to learn, lead, and leave a lasting impact on their communities.
Our District's Vision
Waynesville R-VI will become a school community where students are empowered to lead with integrity, serve, and make a meaningful difference in the world.
The Waynesville Community Teachers Association will host a Family Movie Night featuring "Happy Feet" at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, on the field at Tiger Stadium at Waynesville High School.
Donations will be accepted and concessions will be available for sale. All proceeds will fund the CTA scholarship, which supports a WHS graduating senior pursuing a degree in teaching.
Tiger Stadium is located at 200 G.W. Lane St., Waynesville. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Donations will be accepted and concessions will be available for sale. All proceeds will fund the CTA scholarship, which supports a WHS graduating senior pursuing a degree in teaching.
Tiger Stadium is located at 200 G.W. Lane St., Waynesville. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.