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.
Students in Mrs. Vanatta's 7th grade social studies classes used their "passports" to travel through South and East Asia stations to learn about belief systems in the region. For each section of the passport completed, students got their passports stamped before moving on to the next station!
Waynesville sets record in statewide art contest
The Waynesville R-VI School District set a record number of achievements in a recent statewide art contest for the MAEA Show Me Art Coloring Book. The following earned recognition:
· 5 schools
· 6 visual art teachers
· 15 art students
· 2 special recognition awards (Back Cover Design Winner and 1st Place Middle School)
Waynesville R-VI visual art students contributed to 17 percent of the artwork in the MAEA Show Me Art Coloring Book, Celebrations & Festivals; 6th edition.
Students were asked to research, synthesize and create an engaging line-drawing based on the theme: “Missouri Celebrations and Festivals,” and then write artist statements about their art. The drawings were collected and curated into a 186-page coloring book.
In being accepted, these art students are now published artists:
· Olivia Davis, grade 5, Thayer Elementary
· Mina Figueroa, grade 5, Thayer Elementary
· Jayce Taylor, grade 4, Thayer Elementary
· Isabella Mendoza, grade 4, Thayer Elementary
· Kyndal Osborne, grade 5, Freedom Elementary
· ZaRiya McCaster, grade 5, Freedom Elementary
· Fiona Qui, grade 4, Freedom Elementary
· Emiyah Glover, grade 5, Wood Elementary – Back Cover Design Winner
· Ezekiel Mason, grade 4, Wood Elementary
· Mya Klontz, grade 7, Waynesville Middle School
· Mayzee Magoo, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School
· Ellery Earnest, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School
· Arianna Haslim, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School - 1st place Middle School
· Roxanne Acklin, grade 9, Waynesville High School
· Kimari Stuart, grade 12, Waynesville High School
The following visual art teachers participated in this statewide collection of artwork: Jamie Erlewine of Thayer Elementary, Christina Biart and Allyson Uhles of Freedom Elementary, Megan Neuman of Wood Elementary, Asilea Edwards of Waynesville Middle School and Amy Rushing of Waynesville High School.
The coloring book may be purchased on Amazon LINKED HERE. (If the link does not work, please copy and paste this link into your browser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GNS5D75Z?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&bestFormat=true ).
MAEA uses 100% of the proceeds go back to Missouri students for the MAEA Future Visual Art Teacher Scholarship.
The Waynesville R-VI School District set a record number of achievements in a recent statewide art contest for the MAEA Show Me Art Coloring Book. The following earned recognition:
· 5 schools
· 6 visual art teachers
· 15 art students
· 2 special recognition awards (Back Cover Design Winner and 1st Place Middle School)
Waynesville R-VI visual art students contributed to 17 percent of the artwork in the MAEA Show Me Art Coloring Book, Celebrations & Festivals; 6th edition.
Students were asked to research, synthesize and create an engaging line-drawing based on the theme: “Missouri Celebrations and Festivals,” and then write artist statements about their art. The drawings were collected and curated into a 186-page coloring book.
In being accepted, these art students are now published artists:
· Olivia Davis, grade 5, Thayer Elementary
· Mina Figueroa, grade 5, Thayer Elementary
· Jayce Taylor, grade 4, Thayer Elementary
· Isabella Mendoza, grade 4, Thayer Elementary
· Kyndal Osborne, grade 5, Freedom Elementary
· ZaRiya McCaster, grade 5, Freedom Elementary
· Fiona Qui, grade 4, Freedom Elementary
· Emiyah Glover, grade 5, Wood Elementary – Back Cover Design Winner
· Ezekiel Mason, grade 4, Wood Elementary
· Mya Klontz, grade 7, Waynesville Middle School
· Mayzee Magoo, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School
· Ellery Earnest, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School
· Arianna Haslim, grade 8, Waynesville Middle School - 1st place Middle School
· Roxanne Acklin, grade 9, Waynesville High School
· Kimari Stuart, grade 12, Waynesville High School
The following visual art teachers participated in this statewide collection of artwork: Jamie Erlewine of Thayer Elementary, Christina Biart and Allyson Uhles of Freedom Elementary, Megan Neuman of Wood Elementary, Asilea Edwards of Waynesville Middle School and Amy Rushing of Waynesville High School.
The coloring book may be purchased on Amazon LINKED HERE. (If the link does not work, please copy and paste this link into your browser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GNS5D75Z?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_MPSZHAKP3T3M59XDATM2_2&bestFormat=true ).
MAEA uses 100% of the proceeds go back to Missouri students for the MAEA Future Visual Art Teacher Scholarship.
WMS Cheer Tryouts are right around the corner!!
An ambulance was dispatched to Waynesville Middle School at approximately 5:10 p.m. today (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) to treat an individual student with a medical condition. A parent/guardian has been notified and will determine what, if any, further medical treatment is necessary.
Flag football for 6th-8th graders
Waynesville R-VI Athletics will offer Flag Football for 6th -8th grade students March 23 – May 9, 2026. The cost is $25 per student.
Practices will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. at the grass practice soccer field. Games will be held on Saturdays (to be announced).
Transportation will be provided for students who stay after school for WIN. A shuttle will be provided to and from the practice field, which is located near East Elementary on Highway F.
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Register and pay
Please complete BOTH the registration and payment forms for your student to attend.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/eAJM2c9TDJGXFwe99
Payment Link: https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/zkjdmeu4
This program is partially funded through AYPYN United States Army Child and Youth Services. Equipment is provided.
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More info
For more information, contact Kelly Walker at kwalker@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Carl Emperato at cemperato@gmail.com.
Waynesville R-VI Athletics will offer Flag Football for 6th -8th grade students March 23 – May 9, 2026. The cost is $25 per student.
Practices will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. at the grass practice soccer field. Games will be held on Saturdays (to be announced).
Transportation will be provided for students who stay after school for WIN. A shuttle will be provided to and from the practice field, which is located near East Elementary on Highway F.
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Register and pay
Please complete BOTH the registration and payment forms for your student to attend.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/eAJM2c9TDJGXFwe99
Payment Link: https://www.msbtickets.com/Athletics/event/zkjdmeu4
This program is partially funded through AYPYN United States Army Child and Youth Services. Equipment is provided.
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More info
For more information, contact Kelly Walker at kwalker@waynesville.k12.mo.us or Carl Emperato at cemperato@gmail.com.
THURSDAY!!
Waynesville R-VI will host a teacher recruitment event from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, at the Parker Educational Center. The event will begin with a welcome session, followed by screening interviews being held on site. At the end of the evening, a drawing will be held for an iPad.
For more information about openings in the district, please go to https://www.applitrack.com/waynesville/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1 or call 573-842-2094.
Parker Educational Center is located at 909 U.S. Route 66 in Waynesville.
False alarm at Waynesville Middle School
A fire alarm was falsely pulled at Waynesville Middle School at approximately 11:55 a.m. today, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. All students are safe. There was no smoke and there was no fire.
A fire alarm was falsely pulled at Waynesville Middle School at approximately 11:55 a.m. today, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. All students are safe. There was no smoke and there was no fire.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District and all offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day.
Dear WMS Parents,
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the day with our students! To help everything run smoothly while keeping our focus on learning and safety, we’d like to share a few simple guidelines regarding Valentine’s gifts and deliveries for Friday, February 13th.
Students are welcome to bring Valentine’s gifts to school, and deliveries will be accepted throughout the day. However, any item, whether brought by a student or delivered, that cannot fit in a locker or backpack must be checked in at the main office before first hour or when they are delivered. These larger items may be picked up after 7th hour at the end of the school day.
Please also keep the following in mind:
Balloons or bigger items are not permitted on school buses
Items containing glass are not allowed on school buses
Students bringing restricted items on the bus may need to make alternate arrangements for transportation
These guidelines allow us to celebrate responsibly while maintaining a safe and positive school environment. We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping make Valentine’s Day a great experience for everyone.
If you have any questions, please contact the WMS main office at 573-842-2550.
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and we’re looking forward to celebrating the day with our students! To help everything run smoothly while keeping our focus on learning and safety, we’d like to share a few simple guidelines regarding Valentine’s gifts and deliveries for Friday, February 13th.
Students are welcome to bring Valentine’s gifts to school, and deliveries will be accepted throughout the day. However, any item, whether brought by a student or delivered, that cannot fit in a locker or backpack must be checked in at the main office before first hour or when they are delivered. These larger items may be picked up after 7th hour at the end of the school day.
Please also keep the following in mind:
Balloons or bigger items are not permitted on school buses
Items containing glass are not allowed on school buses
Students bringing restricted items on the bus may need to make alternate arrangements for transportation
These guidelines allow us to celebrate responsibly while maintaining a safe and positive school environment. We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping make Valentine’s Day a great experience for everyone.
If you have any questions, please contact the WMS main office at 573-842-2550.
The Waynesville R-VI School District is now hiring guidance counselors. Apply online at www.applitrack.com/waynesville/onlineapp/
For more information
Phone: (573) 842-2094
Email: personnel@waynesville.k12.mo.us
For more information
Phone: (573) 842-2094
Email: personnel@waynesville.k12.mo.us
Nominations open for Rising Star Award & Support Super Star
The public is invited to nominate a Waynesville R-VI teacher for the Rising Star Award and a staff member for the Support Super Star Award.
The Rising Star Award honors a teacher who is new to the field of education and has demonstrated a positive impact on students. To nominate a teacher for the Rising Star Award, go to https://forms.gle/qDfYnZ9q1S3HALjM6.
The Support Super Star Award honors a staff member for being a support person who has demonstrated a positive impact on students and on education. To nominate a staff member for the Support Super Star Award, go to https://forms.gle/Hj81vWyg3X7Uvkxj8.
The deadline to nominate someone is Feb. 27, 2026.
The public is invited to nominate a Waynesville R-VI teacher for the Rising Star Award and a staff member for the Support Super Star Award.
The Rising Star Award honors a teacher who is new to the field of education and has demonstrated a positive impact on students. To nominate a teacher for the Rising Star Award, go to https://forms.gle/qDfYnZ9q1S3HALjM6.
The Support Super Star Award honors a staff member for being a support person who has demonstrated a positive impact on students and on education. To nominate a staff member for the Support Super Star Award, go to https://forms.gle/Hj81vWyg3X7Uvkxj8.
The deadline to nominate someone is Feb. 27, 2026.
Waynesville R-VI will host a teacher recruitment event from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, at the Parker Educational Center. The event will begin with a welcome session, followed by screening interviews being held on site. At the end of the evening, a drawing will be held for an iPad.
For more information about openings in the district, please go to https://www.applitrack.com/waynesville/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1 or call 573-842-2094.
Parker Educational Center is located at 909 U.S. Route 66 in Waynesville.
For more information about openings in the district, please go to https://www.applitrack.com/waynesville/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1 or call 573-842-2094.
Parker Educational Center is located at 909 U.S. Route 66 in Waynesville.
Free sports physicals offered by COMC
The COMC will offer free sports physicals for Waynesville R-VI athletes:
4 p.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, and Wednesday, Feb. 18 at the COMC Clinic located inside East Elementary. The clinic entrance is near the FEMA Shelter on the back side of the building. East Elementary is located at 1501 State Road F, Waynesville.
• Appointments are not required. This is done on a first come, first served basis.
• A legal guardian must accompany the student to sign MSHSAA permission forms.
• No insurance card needed. Paperwork available on-site.
• No vaccines will be given at this event.
The COMC will offer free sports physicals for Waynesville R-VI athletes:
4 p.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, and Wednesday, Feb. 18 at the COMC Clinic located inside East Elementary. The clinic entrance is near the FEMA Shelter on the back side of the building. East Elementary is located at 1501 State Road F, Waynesville.
• Appointments are not required. This is done on a first come, first served basis.
• A legal guardian must accompany the student to sign MSHSAA permission forms.
• No insurance card needed. Paperwork available on-site.
• No vaccines will be given at this event.
Free sport physicals! Make sure your student athlete is up to date for the upcoming spring sports season.
Spring sports tryouts/practices begin March 2, 2026.
The spring sports, along with their schedules for tryouts/practices, are listed in the graphic below or are at https://aptg.co/0dD-c1.
For more information, go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/waynesville-tiger-athletics/page/playerparent-zone and click on the “Start of Season Information,” which includes information about the required physical.
If you have any questions, please call Athletics at 573-842-2450.
The spring sports, along with their schedules for tryouts/practices, are listed in the graphic below or are at https://aptg.co/0dD-c1.
For more information, go to https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/waynesville-tiger-athletics/page/playerparent-zone and click on the “Start of Season Information,” which includes information about the required physical.
If you have any questions, please call Athletics at 573-842-2450.
Mrs. Palmer is our February Leader of the Month.
Mrs. Palmer consistently supports both teachers and students, always going above and beyond her role. She is always friendly and genuinely supportive of everyone she works with.
Mrs. Palmer does an outstanding job listening, working with all parties, and being fair. She works effectively with students, staff, parents, and administration alike, making her a true team player. We are grateful to have her as part of our team this year!
Mrs. Palmer consistently supports both teachers and students, always going above and beyond her role. She is always friendly and genuinely supportive of everyone she works with.
Mrs. Palmer does an outstanding job listening, working with all parties, and being fair. She works effectively with students, staff, parents, and administration alike, making her a true team player. We are grateful to have her as part of our team this year!
This weeks WMS athletics schedule. This is your last opportunity to catch your Basketball Tigers at home. Go Tigers!
The Waynesville R-VI School District will be in session and will run mostly regular bus routes on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. If your child's bus route is not listed below, then your child's bus route will be the regular bus route.
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The exceptions are listed below.
Snow routes - 48, 49 and 82
Routes 48 A&B, 49 A&B, and 82 AM & Noon will be still be snow routes on Monday, Feb. 2.
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Modified routes - 44 and 76
The following routes will be normal routes except for the following changes for Feb. 2:
Rts. 44 and 76: Those who live in Shady Oaks should meet the bus at Y Hwy. and Helm Dr.
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The exceptions are listed below.
Snow routes - 48, 49 and 82
Routes 48 A&B, 49 A&B, and 82 AM & Noon will be still be snow routes on Monday, Feb. 2.
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Modified routes - 44 and 76
The following routes will be normal routes except for the following changes for Feb. 2:
Rts. 44 and 76: Those who live in Shady Oaks should meet the bus at Y Hwy. and Helm Dr.
The Waynesville R-VI School District will be in session and will run mostly regular bus routes on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. If your child's bus route is not listed below, then your child's bus route will be the regular bus route.
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The exceptions are listed below.
Snow routes - 48, 49 and 82
Routes 48 A&B, 49 A&B, and 82 AM & Noon will be still be snow routes on Monday, Feb. 2.
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Modified routes - 44 and 76
The following routes will be normal routes except for the following changes for Feb. 2:
Rts. 44 and 76: Those who live in Shady Oaks should meet the bus at Y Hwy. and Helm Dr.
