Skip to content
Show submenu for Administration
Show submenu for Adult Education
Show submenu for
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.

#LeadingTheWay #CSIP #StrategicPlan #WaySchools

3 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Facebook post about clubs, sports and afterschool
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

#PublicSchools #DistrictByTheNumbers #WaySchools

6 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
District by the numbers graphic includes photos of graduates throwing caps
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.

6 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Graphic Explaining waynesville r-vi CSIP

FFA students volunteer to help pack 25,000 meals

Waynesville FFA students volunteered to help pack 25,000 meals for individuals and families in need in Pulaski County on Sept. 12, 2026. The Laclede Literacy Council hosted the Pulaski County 9/11 Feed Our Neighbors Meal Pack on Sept. 12, 2026, benefiting school backpack programs, senior centers and the Pulaski County Homeless Coalition at the VFW Post #3168 in Laquey.

9 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
FFA students to volunteer to help pack 25,000 meals
FFA students to volunteer to help pack 25,000 meals
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.

14 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.
14 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.
18 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 ā€œTech 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.

22 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 ā€œTech 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.

23 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Tiger Festival of nATIONS iNVITATION
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.
23 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 ā€œRoaring Down Route 66ā€ 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:

Ā· Noon Grades 6-12 dismiss

Ā· 1 p.m. Grades PreK-5 dismiss

Ā· 2:30 p.m. Homecoming Parade

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

Ā· 6:25 p.m. Homecoming Court Coronation

Ā· 7 p.m. Football game

23 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Homecoming date and time
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.

________________________
________________________
PRESCHOOLS
________________________

Freedom Elementary (see listing below under elementary schools)
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.

________________________
________________________

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.

________________________
________________________

SECONDARY SCHOOLS
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________
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.
________________________

*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.

about 1 month 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)!
about 1 month ago, Marianne Ward
The first day of school for the 2026-27 school year is Aug. 24, 2026
šŸ“š Welcome back, Waynesville R-VI staff! šŸŽ‰

#BackToSchool #PublicSchools #WaySchools
about 1 month 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
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


______________
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

___________________
___________________
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
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.


about 1 month ago, Donal Imbrunone
Stoplight
Please join us in welcoming our new teachers to the Waynesville Career Center: John Crawford, Grace Hand, Danielle Rutherford, Julie Raczkowski. Not pictured: Rachel Graves.
about 1 month ago, Donal Imbrunone
New Teachers

This information was previously posted on July 10.

Meet the Teacher Nights for Waynesville R-VI students and their parents/guardians will be held as follows for the 2026-27 school year:

Meet the Teacher for grades 7 to 12 (Waynesville Middle School, Waynesville High School & Waynesville Career Center) will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.


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.

about 2 months ago, Donal Imbrunone
Meet the Teacher Nights