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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.
about 1 hour ago, Marianne Ward
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, 200 G.W. Lane St. in Waynesville.   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.
Waynesville R-VI schools commemorated Patriot Day today, the 25th anniversary of 9-11. At Partridge Elementary, the special program honored the heroes of Sept. 11, 2001, as well as the first responders, members of the military and others who continue to serve and protect our communities and nation. During the program, students learned about the events and significance of 9/11, music teacher Amanda Johnson-Gonzalez sang the National Anthem, Lighthouse Team students presented a special script and fifth graders performed “You’re a Grand Old Flag.” Firefighters from the Fort Leonard Wood Fire Department were also recognized for their service and dedication.
3 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
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This information was previously posted on Sept. 1, 2026.

Waynesville to celebrate Military Appreciation Night



Waynesville R-VI will host Military Appreciation Night on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Waynesville High School’s Tiger Stadium.



All Soldiers and Veterans with a military ID will be admitted free to the game.



Activities will begin at approximately 6:45 p.m. with Soldiers marching on the track. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. against Neosho.



Tiger Stadium is located at 200 G.W. Lane St. in Waynesville.

4 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
American flag graphic for Military appreciation night at tiger stadium
This information was previously posted on Sept. 1, 2026.

Tiger Festival of Nations will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Waynesville High School on the Ninth Grade Center side of the building.



Attendees will learn about different cultures and sample food from around the world. Tiger Festival of Nations is free and open to the public.



Following Tiger Festival of Nations, Waynesville R-VI will host Military Appreciation Night at Tiger Stadium with all Soldiers and Veterans with an ID being admitted for free. Stadium gates will open at 6 p.m. with the WHS Tigers taking on Neosho at 7 p.m. Regular admission to Tiger Stadium is $4 for school age children and up without a pass.
4 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Graphic containing Tiger festival of nations information
All schools and offices in the Waynesville R-VI School District will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
8 days ago, Marianne Ward
All schools and offices in the Waynesville  R-VI School District will be closed on  Monday, Sept. 7, 2026,  in observance of Labor Day.


Tiger Pride Night #1: Tech Tools for Families

Sept. 15, 2026 | 5:30-6:30


Waynesville R-VI will host a “Tech Tools" for parents/guardians from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, as part of the district’s Tiger Pride Night sessions this year.

This interactive evening is designed to help families navigate the digital tools that support student learning. Parents and students will receive guidance and hands-on assistance with essential school technology and applications, including ParentSquare, PowerSchool, Canvas, online textbooks and other district resources. This session will help families stay informed, connected and confident in using the technology that supports student success throughout the school year.

12 days ago, Marianne Ward
 Tiger Pride Night #1: Tech Tools for Families  Sept. 15, 2026 | 5:30-6:30     Waynesville R-VI will host a “Tech Tools for parents/guardians from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, as part of the district’s Tiger Pride Night sessions this year.    This interactive evening is designed to help families navigate the digital tools that support student learning. Parents and students will receive guidance and hands-on assistance with essential school technology and applications, including ParentSquare, PowerSchool, Canvas, online textbooks and other district resources. This session will help families stay informed, connected and confident in using the technology that supports student success throughout the school year.
Tiger Festival of Nations will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Waynesville High School on the Ninth Grade Center side of the building.



Attendees will learn about different cultures and sample food from around the world. Tiger Festival of Nations is free and open to the public.



Following Tiger Festival of Nations, Waynesville R-VI will host Military Appreciation Night at Tiger Stadium with all Soldiers and Veterans with an ID being admitted for free. Stadium gates will open at 6 p.m. with the WHS Tigers taking on Neosho at 7 p.m. Regular admission to Tiger Stadium is $4 for school age children and up without a pass.

13 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
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Waynesville to celebrate Military Appreciation Night



Waynesville R-VI will host Military Appreciation Night on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Waynesville High School’s Tiger Stadium.



All Soldiers and Veterans with a military ID will be admitted free to the game.



Activities will begin at approximately 6:45 p.m. with Soldiers marching on the track. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. against Neosho.



Tiger Stadium is located at 200 G.W. Lane St. in Waynesville.
13 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
military appreciation night

Waynesville’s Homecoming is Oct. 2



Waynesville R-VI’s Homecoming will be held on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. This year’s theme is “Roaring Down Route 66” in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Route 66.



Schools will let out early with students in grades 6-12 being dismissed at noon and students in grades PreK-5 being dismissed at 1 p.m. There will be no afternoon session at Williams Early Childhood Center.



The Homecoming Parade will start at 2:30 p.m. The route begins on Benton Street on the square, turns onto Historic Route 66 and continues to Waynesville Middle School.



Following the parade, the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Community Tiger Pride Night from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in front of the gym, featuring a free hot dog roast and celebration on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be giveaways from area businesses and organizations in front of the Waynesville High School gym.



Homecoming Court Coronation will begin at 6:25 p.m. inside Tiger Stadium. The Waynesville Tiger football team will play Ozark at 7 p.m.



Admission to Tiger Stadium is $4 per person for school age and up without a pass.





At a Glance:

· Noon Grades 6-12 dismiss

· 1 p.m. Grades PreK-5 dismiss

· 2:30 p.m. Homecoming Parade

· 4:30 – 6 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Community Tiger Pride Night

· 6:25 p.m. Homecoming Court Coronation

· 7 p.m. Football game

13 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Homecoming date and time
Partridge Picture Day is Tuesday, September 1st.
20 days ago, Susan Shultz
Picture Day
The Waynesville R-VI School District Foundation presented a record-breaking $14,000-plus in grants to Waynesville R-VI teachers during Convocation on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.

The grants, which support innovative classroom projects and learning opportunities for students, were awarded to the following teachers:



EAST ELEMENTARY



Crystal Light



Teresa Vogtman



Emmalee Dameron



Makaela Diedrich



Sara Allen



Niki Dailey



Dori Grebas



Ashley Hendrix



Katie Sloan



Andrea May



FREEDOM ELEMENTARY



Cara Kelley



Amy Weigelt



Traci Simpson



Amber Ferrell



Isabella Kowal



Katy Henson



Jocelyne Orndorf



Virginia Rehm



PARKER EDUCATIONAL CENTER



Tammie Schneider



PARTRIDGE ELEMENTARY



Renae Smith

THAYER ELEMENTARY



Joni Harris



Kim Connolly



WAYNESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL



Kymberly Mccall



Sarah Hall



Bridget Jones



Katelyn Hawk



WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL



Gina Mccoy



Eriq Kristek



Taylor Tetreault



Michael Johnson-Gonzalez



Becky Douglas



Kayla Atchison



LEAP



Christina Wallace



Caitlin Selle



WAYNESVILLE SIXTH GRADE CENTER



William Beistel

Karlee Dirck

Jonathan Durrett

Andrea Santana

Abby Swearingen

Jody Taylor



Angela Houf



WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER



Hannah Husted



Dixie Solomon



Rebecca Beal



Manuela Phinn



Christina Sazonov



Allison Sylvester



WOOD ELEMENTARY



Jennifer Schaub



Karin Smith



Lisa West



Vanessa Mason





The Waynesville R-VI Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting students and teachers across the district. Through scholarships for graduating seniors, teacher grants, Snack in a Pack and assistance with shoes and other essential supplies for students, the foundation helps make a difference in classrooms and throughout the Waynesville community.
21 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Staff members who received foundation grant
Start and end times for our schools for Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays are listed below.

Late-start Wednesdays
-On Wednesdays, schools begin 30 minutes later.
-Buses pick up 30 minutes later on Wednesdays.
-Drop-off times are also 30 minutes later on Wednesdays (except at East and Freedom).
-Dismissal times do not change on Wednesdays.

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PRESCHOOLS
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Freedom Elementary (see listing below under elementary schools)
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Parker Educational Center
Building hours: 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Class time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 8:05 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Pick Educational & Volunteer Center
Building hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Class time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 8:15 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Williams Early Childhood Center
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
AM Class Time: 8:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.*
PM Class Time: 12:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Student Drop Off: 8:05 a.m. (AM)* and 12:05 p.m. (PM)
Student Pick Up: 11:30 a.m. (AM) and 3:30 p.m. (PM)*
• Full Day PreK Class time: 8:30 a.m. -
3:30 p.m.*.
• Full day drop off: 8:05 a.m.*
• Full day pick up: 3:30 p.m.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
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East Elementary
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.*
Class time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 7:30 a.m.
Student Pick Up: 3:30 - 3:45 p.m.
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Freedom Elementary
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.*
Class time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 7:30 a.m.
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Partridge Elementary
Building Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.*
Class time: 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 8 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Thayer Elementary
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.*
Class time: 8:30-3:30*
Student Drop Off: 8 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Wood Elementary
Building Hours: 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.*
Class time: 8:30-3:30*
Student Drop Off: 8:00 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.

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SECONDARY SCHOOLS
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Waynesville Sixth Grade Center
Building Hours: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.*
Class Time: 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. *
Student Drop Off: 7 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 2:35 p.m.
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Tiger Learning Center
Building Hours: 7:30 a.m .- 4 p.m.*
Class Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Student Drop Off: 8 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 3:30 p.m.
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Waynesville Middle School
Building Hours: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.*
Class Time: 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.
Student Drop Off: 7 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 2:35 p.m.
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Waynesville High School
Building Hours: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.*
Class Time: 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.*
Student Drop Off: 7 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 2:35 p.m.
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Waynesville Career Center
Building Hours: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.*
Class Time: 7:30 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. *
Student Drop Off: 7:30 a.m.*
Student Pick Up: 2:35 p.m.
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*Please note that the start times and drop off times are listed for Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
On Wednesdays, schools begin 30 minutes later and drop-off times are also 30 minutes later on Wednesdays for most schools. Dismissal times do not change on Wednesdays.

22 days ago, Marianne Ward
Black, white and orange graphic that states starting and ending times for schools. The text is listed separately.
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school tomorrow (Aug. 24, 2026)!
22 days ago, Marianne Ward
The first day of school for the 2026-27 school year is Aug. 24, 2026

REMINDER:
Meet the Teacher for grades Pre-K to 6 (Parker, Pick, Williams, East, Freedom, Partridge, Thayer, Wood & Waynesville Sixth Grade Center) will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026.
25 days ago, Marianne Ward
Meet the Teacher is tonight from 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 20 for elementary schools, preschools, and the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center
Did you know? Waynesville R-VI transports more than 4,100 students every day?
Drivers will be out practicing the 48 bus routes this week during the mornings.
#PublicEducation #CommunityImpact #WaySchools
27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Did you know? Waynesville R-VI transports more than 4,100 students every day?   Drivers will be out practicing the 48 bus routes this week during the mornings.  #PublicEducation #CommunityImpact #WaySchools
📚 Welcome back, Waynesville R-VI staff! 🎉

#BackToSchool #PublicSchools #WaySchools
28 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Back to School

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.

about 1 month ago, Marianne Ward
orange black graphic with the words Top 10 and the Waynesville Tiger Logo
Students in 4th, 5th and 6th grades may audition for the VOICES Choir from 4 to 6 p.m. on either Sept. 2 or Sept. 9, 2026, at East Elementary. Parents will need to provide transportation to and from the audition night.

Voices is an honor choir for Waynesville R-VI 4th-6th graders from all five elementary schools – East, Freedom, Partridge, Thayer and Wood, and the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center.

For those selected, the first rehearsal will be after school from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16. Parents and guardians must pick up their children at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at East Elementary. Concerts are scheduled for Dec. 7, 2026, and May 10, 2027.

There is a $25 fee for students who are selected to the choir. Families with more than one child in the current VOICES choir will pay $40. Ten scholarships are also available for discounted fees.

Anyone with questions may ask their child's music teacher, or contact Voices Director Vanessa Mason at vmason@waynesville.k12.mo.us.
about 1 month ago, Marianne Ward
This is a black and white flyer with the Waynesville tiger logo that states, Students in 4th, 5th and 6th grades may audition for the VOICES Choir from 4 to 6 p.m. on either Sept. 2 or Sept. 9, 2026, at East Elementary. Parents will need to provide transportation to and from the audition night.     Voices is an honor choir for Waynesville R-VI 4th-6th graders from all five elementary schools – East, Freedom, Partridge, Thayer and Wood, and the Waynesville Sixth Grade Center.  For those selected, the first rehearsal will be after school from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 16. Parents and guardians must pick up their children at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at East Elementary. Concerts are scheduled for Dec. 7, 2026, and May 10, 2027.  There is a $25 fee for students who are selected to the choir. Families with more than one child in the current VOICES choir will pay $40. Ten scholarships are also available for discounted fees.     Anyone with questions may ask their child's music teacher, or contact Voices Director Vanessa Mason at vmason@waynesville.k12.mo.us.
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.

about 1 month ago, Donal Imbrunone
school supplies
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.
about 1 month ago, Donal Imbrunone