

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.

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.



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.

Waynesville AmeriCorps will host a Service Project for 9.11 Day from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at Waynesville Middle School.
WMS students will stay after school and volunteer to pack Snack in a Pack meals for the Thanksgiving break. Waynesville AmeriCorps members will lead the project and a grant from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America is helping fund food for the long holiday.
“Service is a meaningful way for our students and community to honor September 11,” said AmeriCorps Director Tina Rowden, “By giving our time to help others, we can remember those who were lost while also carrying forward the extraordinary spirit of unity and service that emerged across our nation.”
@911Day and @AmeriCorps #WaySchools

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.

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.

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

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.

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.


Are you a 7th or 8th grade student whose family just transitioned to Waynesville and are interested in joining the Waynesville Middle School Cheer Team?
New students will have an opportunity to try out on Friday, August 28 from 3:00–5:30 PM after school.
Please contact Coach Cook to receive the tryout materials and additional information. Tryout materials will be sent by email so students can practice and prepare prior to tryouts.
Interested in trying out? Contact Coach Cook for more information and to receive your tryout materials.

Drivers will be out practicing the 48 bus routes this week during the mornings.
#PublicEducation #CommunityImpact #WaySchools

#BackToSchool #PublicSchools #WaySchools

Today is the day! The first day of practice for WMS Athletes!
*Please be sure to note the change in practice time for volleyball*

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.

Reminder: WMS will host New Student Orientation Day tomorrow, August 13th! All 7th- and 8th-graders new to the district (and their parents) are invited to attend Waynesville Middle School's New Student Orientation Day from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Parents and students will enter through the main gymnasium entrance for an informational welcome meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Registration is not required. If you have any questions about the event, please call 573-842-2550.