The following information was sent to our families through ParentSquare on Friday evening.
We are looking forward to the upcoming 2026-2027 school year!
Here’s a helpful Top 10 Back to School list for our families:
1) The first day of school is Aug. 24, 2026.
2) Check out the school year calendar (https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4597/Wrv/83dcd3c6-3945-40cd-ba40-cb26e6741498/26-27-School-Year-Calendar.pdf?disposition=inline) at and our Vacation Planner (https://aptg.co/sBHKhQ)
3. Wednesdays are late-start and begin 30 minutes later than Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Buses also pick up students 30 minutes later on Wednesdays. Additional Back to School info may be found at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/back-to-school-25.
4) Meet the Teacher Nights:
4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 19 in our 7th-12th grade buildings
4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 20 in our Prek-6th grade buildings
5) Please complete the Free and Reduced Meal Application at https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict. (Use 65583 for the zip code.)
6) Please download these very important mobile apps: ParentSquare (communication), EZArrival (transportation app) and for elementary families, KidAccount (to pick up your elementary child from school).
Parent Square (communication):
ParentSquare for Android at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.parentsquare.psapp&hl=en_US
ParentSquare for iPhone at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parentsquare/id908126679
EZ Arrival for bus transportation:
EZArrival For Android at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pathwise.ezarrival&hl=en_US
EZ Arrival for iPhone at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ezarrival-k12-transportation/id6759999918
KidAccount for picking up your ELEMENTARY child from school
KidAccount For Android at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kidaccount&hl=en_US
KidAccount for iPhone at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kidaccount-connect/id6499427393
7) Additional helpful mobile apps are at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/apps-you-may-need
8) Check out the School Supply lists at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/wrv/page/school-supplies-lists
9) Vaccines are needed for 8th graders (info is at: https://aptg.co/QzxVpj) and 12th graders (info is at https://aptg.co/t8LjXx) before the start of the school year.
10) If you haven’t already done so, please complete the annual forms for returning students.
Note: If the links above do not work for you, you may need to copy and paste the link into your web browser.
The school supply lists were previously posted on July 9 and July 31.
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
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A Back-to-School Extravaganza will be hosted on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Waynesville High School parking lot.
This free community event will provide children with book bags, school supplies, food and additional resources to help prepare for the upcoming school year. Please note that tickets for book bags will be distributed beginning at 7:30 a.m., and a child must be present to receive a book bag.
For additional information about the Back-to-School Extravaganza, please call 573-337-1300 or 804-244-3110.
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
______________
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
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A Back-to-School Extravaganza will be hosted on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Waynesville High School parking lot.
This free community event will provide children with book bags, school supplies, food and additional resources to help prepare for the upcoming school year. Please note that tickets for book bags will be distributed beginning at 7:30 a.m., and a child must be present to receive a book bag.
For additional information about the Back-to-School Extravaganza, please call 573-337-1300 or 804-244-3110.
This information was previously published on July 29.
Complete forms for returning students by Aug. 14
Waynesville R-VI parents/guardians (who have not already done so) are asked to complete their annual forms for their returning students by Aug. 14, 2026, to ensure bus transportation is in place for the first day of school.
Please note that your student’s bus transportation form is included in the annual returning student forms. If you have already completed the returning student forms, you have completed the transportation form.
Families of returning students should have received an email with a "Snapcode" to complete the annual forms. If you have a student returning to Waynesville R-VI and you have not received an email with the Snapcode or you need assistance, please email studentservices@waynesville.k12.mo.us or call 573-842-2092.
Complete forms for returning students by Aug. 14
Waynesville R-VI parents/guardians (who have not already done so) are asked to complete their annual forms for their returning students by Aug. 14, 2026, to ensure bus transportation is in place for the first day of school.
Please note that your student’s bus transportation form is included in the annual returning student forms. If you have already completed the returning student forms, you have completed the transportation form.
Families of returning students should have received an email with a "Snapcode" to complete the annual forms. If you have a student returning to Waynesville R-VI and you have not received an email with the Snapcode or you need assistance, please email studentservices@waynesville.k12.mo.us or call 573-842-2092.
Waynesville R-VI uses a Stoplight Program to help families quickly understand the urgency of district messages. The words RED, YELLOW, or GREEN will appear in the subject line to indicate how quickly the information may require your attention.
Red – Please read it now! Red indicates that the information is critical or requires an immediate or mandatory response.
Yellow – Please read it today. Yellow indicates the information is about major projects, tests or requires your response.
Green – Please read it when it’s convenient. Green indicates the information is something that you can read after work or when it’s convenient for you.
Red – Please read it now! Red indicates that the information is critical or requires an immediate or mandatory response.
Yellow – Please read it today. Yellow indicates the information is about major projects, tests or requires your response.
Green – Please read it when it’s convenient. Green indicates the information is something that you can read after work or when it’s convenient for you.
Please join us in welcoming our new teacher to Perimeter Educational Center: Kimberly Devault.
This information was previously published on July 14.
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year will be Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
The school year calendar is at https://aptg.co/cxDH4C.
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year will be Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
The school year calendar is at https://aptg.co/cxDH4C.
As we prepare for a great school year, we're sharing contact information for each of our school buildings at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/page/building-directory
If you have a question about enrollment, transportation, schedules, supplies or anything else, our staff is here to help. We look forward to partnering with your family for a successful year!
If you have a question about enrollment, transportation, schedules, supplies or anything else, our staff is here to help. We look forward to partnering with your family for a successful year!
The Waynesville R-VI School District is now accepting applications for Free and Reduced meal assistance for the 2026-27 school year. For your convenience, the school district utilizes an online meal application system.
Free and Reduced Meal Application
To fill out the online application for free and reduced meal assistance, please click on this link: https://www2.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict (or scan the QR code at right) and enter 65583 for the Waynesville R-VI School District. Free and Reduced Meal Application QR code
- You may also download the application. Printed copies are also available at our schools.
- Additional instructions are at https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/page/free-reduced-meal-application-and-information
New applications are due each year
Please note: a new application is required by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for each new school year.
Important notice:
Any charges prior to meal status approval will be the responsibility of the family.
Why Apply?
Many of the programs within the Waynesville R-VI School District are based upon the percentage of students who qualify for free/reduced meals. That information can only be determined accurately if we have a meal application on file for every family for this school year.
More details
- Please allow a minimum of two weeks for your application to be processed.
- Meal applications are stamped with the date received upon arrival in the Food Services Office. Meal status changes are effective as of the date the Food Service Office receives your application. Your application status notification will be e-mailed to you. If you do not receive notification, please contact our office to assure your application has been received and processed.
- Notice for new students: meal assistance applications cannot be processed until your student’s district enrollment is complete.
More information
If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact the Food Services Office at 573-842-2099 and or email mfroehlich@waynesville.k12.mo.us.
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year will be Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
The school year calendar is at https://aptg.co/cxDH4C.
The school year calendar is at https://aptg.co/cxDH4C.
New Bus App: EZArrival
The Waynesville R-VI School District will be using a new bus tracking app called EZArrival in the 2026-2027 school year.
EZArrival replaces BusQuest and gives you the same real-time bus tracking, delay notifications and transportation updates.
Best of all, your existing account and settings will work automatically in EZArrival; no new registration or additional setup required!
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Please follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Go to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search for “EZArrival” or see the QR codes below.
2. Download the app (It’s free.)
3. Log in with your current BusQuest username and password. That’s it. Your existing login works in EZ Arrival — no new account, no re-registration, no extra steps. If your login is saved on your phone (in iCloud Keychain, Google Password Manager, or another password manager), you can use that saved username and password to log in to EZ Arrival. If you’ve forgotten your password, simply tap “Reset Password” on the EZ Arrival login screen and follow the steps. It works the same way as the password reset in BusQuest.
The Waynesville R-VI School District will be using a new bus tracking app called EZArrival in the 2026-2027 school year.
EZArrival replaces BusQuest and gives you the same real-time bus tracking, delay notifications and transportation updates.
Best of all, your existing account and settings will work automatically in EZArrival; no new registration or additional setup required!
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Please follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Go to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search for “EZArrival” or see the QR codes below.
2. Download the app (It’s free.)
3. Log in with your current BusQuest username and password. That’s it. Your existing login works in EZ Arrival — no new account, no re-registration, no extra steps. If your login is saved on your phone (in iCloud Keychain, Google Password Manager, or another password manager), you can use that saved username and password to log in to EZ Arrival. If you’ve forgotten your password, simply tap “Reset Password” on the EZ Arrival login screen and follow the steps. It works the same way as the password reset in BusQuest.
As you are thinking about the upcoming school year, here are some dates to help you plan vacations and weekend getaways during the 2026-27 school year.
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
______________
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
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
All schools and offices in the Waynesville R-VI School District will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of the Fourth of July.
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.
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.
The last day of the 2025-26 school year will be Friday, May 22, 2026.
Students will be dismissed early 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.
There will be no afternoon session at Williams Early Childhood Center.
Students will be dismissed early 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.
There will be no afternoon session at Williams Early Childhood Center.
It's Teacher Appreciation Week!
Join us for a community conversation with Kym Laube from 6 to 7:15 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, in the Waynesville High School Auditorium. Laube has more than 30 years of experience helping youth and families prevent substance use and is a member of the Tall Cop Says Stop team.
Parents, families and the public are invited and encouraged to attend this free event.
Laube will share information about how to talk with young people about drugs, alcohol and making healthy decisions. Laube is the Executive Director of Human Understanding Growth Services and has dedicated her work to helping youth and families prevent substance use. She will discuss:
- Strategies to prevent substance use
- Tips for starting open, honest conversations with youth
- Ways families and communities can support and guide young people
This event is hosted and sponsored by the Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC). In addition to the evening event, Laube will speak with middle school and high school students earlier in the day.
Parents, families and the public are invited and encouraged to attend this free event.
Laube will share information about how to talk with young people about drugs, alcohol and making healthy decisions. Laube is the Executive Director of Human Understanding Growth Services and has dedicated her work to helping youth and families prevent substance use. She will discuss:
- Strategies to prevent substance use
- Tips for starting open, honest conversations with youth
- Ways families and communities can support and guide young people
This event is hosted and sponsored by the Central Ozarks Medical Center (COMC). In addition to the evening event, Laube will speak with middle school and high school students earlier in the day.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Friday, April 3, 2026, and all district offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.
Spring Break is March 16-20
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on March 16-20, 2026, for Spring Break. District offices will be closed on March 19 and 20.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on March 16-20, 2026, for Spring Break. District offices will be closed on March 19 and 20.
