Waynesville Middle School

Waynesville Middle School Student Council members were awarded the Missouri Association of Student Councils Gold Honor Council Award at the 76th Annual State Convention in Carthage, Mo. WMS Student Council is sponsored by Kayla Atchison with assistance by Angela Rougely-Garcia. The criteria are established to honor those councils that have a comprehensive program in promoting student activities and student leadership. Activities include school service, spirit, community service, student and teacher recognition, and leadership training activities. "This is our second year receiving this prestigious award," Atchison said. "I am beyond proud of our students and their commitment to serving our school and community with pride!" #wayschools

March is School Board Recognition Month in Missouri and the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education members will be recognized on Monday, March 25, 2024, for their dedicated service. President Paul Shultz II; Vice President Mr. Rick Harne, Treasurer Andy Anderson, Secretary Janel Rowell, and members: Charles Quinn, Aaron Pondrom and Layne Lercher. #wayschools

Parker Preschool in Waynesville is now taking applications for students for the 2024-25 school year. Forty students will be selected for the program through a random lottery. Parents who are interested in enrolling their students at Parker may begin applying for the lottery at 9 a.m. Monday, March 25, 2024, at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I4kLS-ybKn-ExuykdRSOvjJ_ek_UijyBbP-yNjemKJA/closedform. Please note that the link to the Google form will close at 4 p.m. on April 12. Eligibility to apply to be in the lottery drawing: · Students must turn age 4 before Aug. 1, to be eligible for Parker Preschool, which is located inside the Parker Educational Center, next to Waynesville Middle School. · Students must provide their child's transportation to and from the center · Students must reside within the boundaries of the Waynesville R-VI School District. Applicants will be chosen through a lottery drawing at 1 p.m. on April 25. Parents will be notified by May 3 if their child is accepted into the program. Students who are selected to attend through the random drawing will: · participate in a screening in June · need to complete the enrollment process with the Waynesville R-VI School District If the link above does not work after 9 a.m. on March 25, the application form will be available via a link on Parker Preschool’s webpage. NOTE: The If you have any questions please email mmitchell@waynesville.k12.mo.us. #wayschools

This week we celebrated AmeriCorps week in each of our buildings. AmeriCorps members are individuals enrolled for a specific term of service, ranging from 300 to 1700 hours, with the Waynesville AmeriCorps Program. AmeriCorps members are engaged in National Service and are not volunteers or employees. They play a unique role in our district. During the day, AmeriCorps members serve as tutors focusing on areas of math and literacy in order to help close learning gaps. They support Club Tiger or WIN after school programs by providing academic support and assisting in a variety of activities or clubs. Last year, the Waynesville AmeriCorps program enrolled two high school seniors to assist with Club Tiger. The number of high school seniors enrolled this year has greatly increased because of the prior year's success. The Snack in a Pack Program is managed AmeriCorps members, who actively engage in fundraising and recruiting volunteers to reduce food insecurity for students within the district. This week we celebrate and thank them for their service. Shown in the photo are: Front Row: Olivia Provart (year 1) Christina Johnson (year 1) Anke Barrientos (year 1) Esmeralda Lepe (year 1) Ashley Tyler (year 1) Katelynn Crouch (year 1) Middle Row: Ashley White (year 1) Victoria DeGraftenreed (year 1) Marielle King (year 2) Dacoda Zamiska (year 2) Cheryl Johnson (year 1) Janis Bellanger (year 2) Deborah Hodges (year 2) Between middle and back on right side: Mary Ann Crouch (year 1) Jade Jones (year 3) Jessica Ward (year 4) Back Row: Justin Lopez-Johnson (year 2) Nathaniel Tayler (year 1) Walt Derbidge (year 4) Janique Chestnut (year 2) Ashley Clever (year 1) Jorsan Morales (year 1) Collin DeSotel (year 4) Not pictured: Jill Kelly (year 3) Caleb Kelly (year 1) #wayschools

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On Friday, March 1, 2024, Waynesville Middle School musicians competed in their annual Music Fest at Central Methodist University in Fayette, Mo. The following students received an Exemplary rating, the best of the day: Emmanuel Aguirre, snare drum solo Aaron Chen, marimba solo Mason Clark, snare drum solo Andi Cunningham, snare drum solo Mason McCord, snare drum solo Shawn Torres, drum set solo Elina Wu, marimba solo The following students received an Outstanding rating: Jack Gasek, drum set solo Abigail Hanna, marimba solo Kemper Henson, drum set solo Jacob Moler, drum set solo Temperance Osborn, timpani solo Sheradyn Gilbert received a Satisfactory rating for her timpani solo. Additionally, several ensembles performed throughout the day. The WMS Advanced Percussion Ensemble earned an exemplary rating for the third year in a row, consisting of the following students: Emmanuel Aguirre Aaron Chen Mason Clark Andi Cunningham Jack Gasek Sheradyn Gilbert Abigail Hanna Kemper Henson Mason McCord Jacob Moler Temperance Osborn Shawn Torres Elina Wu A special thanks to Vic Firth sticks & mallets and Zildjian cymbals for their support of our percussion program. Here are the other woodwind and brass ensembles: Woodwind Ensemble 1 - Exemplary Emma Beatty, Flute Jennifer Cortez, Flute Cassandra Hays, Flute Francheska Schmadel, Flute Emma Smith, Flute Preston Weatherspoon, Flute Woodwind Ensemble 2 - Outstanding Selena Charbonier, Clarinet Katelynn Compton, Clarinet Jefferson Leveille, Clarinet Bernd Gillette, Oboe Camille Watson, Clarinet Isaiah Williams, Clarinet Woodwind Ensemble 3 - Outstanding Cassandra Doremus, Clarinet Archer Gutierrez, Clarinet Riley Haines, Clarinet Savannah High, Clarinet Sophia Wagasky, Oboe Celeste Rivera, Clarinet Kaylee Rivera, Clarinet Lynne Rizk, Clarinet Woodwind Ensemble 4 - Exemplary Aliyah Bowers, Alto Saxophone Benjamin Ornburn, Baritone Saxophone Saya Tully, Tenor Saxophone Adam Maline, Alto Saxophone Zoey Heacock, Alto Saxophone Jesse Carr, Alto Saxophone Jeramie Mays, Tenor Saxophone Nicholas Nenadich, Alto Saxophone Daniel Pierce, Alto Saxophone Brass Ensemble 1 - Outstanding Edwin Edelman, Trumpet Jayla Walker, Trumpet Willa Demmon, Horn Victoria Roman, Trombone Jason Stuart, Trombone Jackson Shaw - Perez, Tuba Tara Walley, Tuba Avanne' Thomas, Trumpet Brass Ensemble 2 - Exemplary Emmalea Liegey, Trumpet Jayden Mitchell, Trumpet Nicholas Duncan, Trombone Evelyn Kelley, Trombone Blaine Cantu, Euphonium Jiada Munoz, Trumpet Brass Ensemble 3 - Outstanding Kaleb Ellson, Trumpet Andrew Hickey, Trumpet Logan Batey, Horn Natalie Dashiell, Horn Alan DeSouza, Euphonium Rosalena Licea, Trombone Brass Ensemble 4 - Outstanding Charlie Borchardt, Trumpet Brooklyn Hite, Trumpet Corey Barlow, Horn Sophia Quiroz, Horn Isabella Torres, Horn Paul Watkins, Horn Chloe Hudson, Euphonium Aiden Bio, Trombone #wayschools

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Waynesville Middle School hosted their 1st annual STEM night with approximately 150 people attend. Missouri S&T brought information on summer camp opportunities (https://summer.mst.edu/) and displays including a mobile planetarium. WMS teachers hosted additional STEM activities in their classrooms. Student Council members assisted with organizing the event and supporting various STEM activities. #wayschools

The Waynesville Middle School Advanced Choir performed at the Central Methodist University Music Festival in Fayette, Mo., on Friday, March 1, and earned an Exemplary rating, which is the highest rating for a musical performance in Missouri. They received all Exemplary markings from 2 of the 3 judges. Judges comments included, "I think if people heard a recording of you, they would be surprised to find out that you are middle school. SO. GOOD." They performed the pieces "Ring Out Wild Bells" by Linda Spevacek and "Hands Are Knockin" by Kyle Pederson. They perform next at the Camdenton Middle School Music Festival on April 6. The Waynesville Middle School Advanced Choir is directed by Mr. Dustin Griffin. #wayschools

Free egg hunt and activities for kids from 10 a.m. to noon March 2, 2024, at Waynesville High School's Tiger Stadium. #wayschools

Waynesville Middle School staff members received praise for their work to engage more students in leadership activities and for ensuring that students continue to learn and grow. #wayschools

On behalf of their students, teachers and staff, Waynesville R-VI elementary, middle and high school principals accepted plaques that will be on display in their buildings. The plaques, which recognize each school for being ranked among the top schools in Missouri, were presented during the Waynesville R-VI Board of Education meeting on Feb. 20, 2024. #wayschools

TEACHER RECRUITMENT EVENT Are you interested in teaching in the Waynesville R-VI School District? If so, please come to our Teacher Recruitment Event from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Feb 29, 2024, at the Parker Educational Center, 909 U.S. Route 66 in Waynesville. #wayschools

TEACHER RECRUITMENT EVENT Are you interested in teaching in the Waynesville R-VI School District? If so, please come to our Teacher Recruitment Event from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Feb 29, 2024, at the Parker Educational Center, 909 U.S. Route 66 in Waynesville.

To prepare for the upcoming week-long Spring Break in March, Snack in a Pack is asking now for monetary and food donations to help feed more than 500 students. Below is a list of kid-friendly food items to donate • Packets/Canned Tuna • Packets/Canned Chicken • Ravioli/Spaghetti O’s • Ramen • Canned Soup/Chili • Vienna Sausage • Mac & Cheese cups • Pork & Beans • Fruit Cups • Veggie Cups • Canned Vegetables • Applesauce • Oatmeal Packs • Granola Bars • Individually Wrapped Snack • Peanut Butter* • Jelly* *Plastic Containers About Snack in a Pack (SIAP) SIAP is a supplemental food program that feeds approximately 550 students in the Waynesville R-VI School District over weekends and extended school breaks. SIAP is a 100% donation-driven program that relies on the generosity of its partners, donors, and community volunteers to continue its mission to feed hungry children and improve educational success. Mail checks to: Snack in a Pack Community Resource Office 12225 Pulaski Ave, Bldg. 8041 Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473 For more information AmeriCorps Snack In a Pack Coordinator Community Resource Office (573) 842-2250 spack@waynesville.k12.mo.us

Update: The main gate (north gate) is now open. The main gate (north gate) of Fort Leonard Wood is temporarily closed to inbound and outbound traffic. If the temporary closure continues to be in place at dismissal time, bus delays may occur this afternoon, Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

Members of the community are invited to nominate a Waynesville R-VI School District employee for the Rising Star Award and the Support Superstar Awards. The Rising Star Award will be presented to a staff member who is new to the field of education (5 or fewer years of teaching/school experience) and has demonstrated the ability to have a positive impact on students. The nominee must be returning to the Waynesville R-VI School District for the 2024-2025 school year. Click on the link below to vote for your Rising Star! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpfqBOyoJvEofs87hCs-hnpFegrnK0bGYgUvCH6vmanSk_ZA/viewform?usp=sf_link The Support Super Star Award will be presented to a staff member that has worked in the school district for at least one year. Support staff who have already announced their intent to retire or leave the district at the end of the year are not eligible for the award. Any non-certified employee is eligible for this award. Click on the link below to vote for your Support Superstar! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevV6hzZZf_wrLv6af3B_JENj4VB-giF3buqyVhGn53XWciOw/viewform?usp=sf_link All nominations will close February 9, 2024 at 3 p.m.

An ambulance was dispatched to Waynesville Middle School at approximately 1:50 p.m. today (Jan. 29, 2024) to treat an individual with a medical condition. Police were also dispatched to the scene to assist with the individual. The individual was transported to a nearby hospital via ambulance for further medical evaluation and treatment. #wayschools