Tim Camp named WHS head football coach and TPT director
Waynesville High School is proud to announce Tim Camp as the new Head Football Coach and Director of Tiger Performance Training, beginning with the 2026–27 school year.
“My family and I are grateful for the opportunity to join the Waynesville community,” said Camp. “We are excited to build meaningful relationships, inspire young athletes and be part of something truly special.”
Coach Camp brings more than 20 years of collegiate coaching and athletic leadership experience to Waynesville. His distinguished career includes stops at The University of the South, the University of Nebraska–Omaha, and Bucknell University, along with a highly successful tenure at Eastern Oregon University.
Camp led the Eastern Oregon University Mountaineers football program for 17 years, becoming the all-time winningest coach in program history during his tenure. Under his leadership, the program experienced sustained success both on and off the field. He developed over 100 All-Conference players and coached seven Conference Players of the Year, including five Frontier Conference Defensive Players of the Year and two Offensive Players of the Year. On the national level, 22 Mountaineers earned AFCA-NAIA All-America honors under his guidance.
Camp was named Frontier Conference Co-Coach of the Year twice and, in 2020, led the Mountaineers to their first conference championship in program history, earning Frontier Conference Coach of the Year honors. His teams also achieved national recognition, climbing as high as No. 11 in the country.
Camp has also played a significant role nationally in shaping the game of football. He has served on the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Rules Committee and the AFCA Football Raters & National Oversight Committee since 2008. He is also a member of the AFCA-NAIA All-America Team Selection Committee (since 2014) and the AFCA Summer Manual Committee (since 2010). Additionally, Camp is a frequent presenter at Glazier and Nike coaching clinics, sharing his expertise with coaches across the country.
Camp earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Oregon State University and a master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University Irvine. A four-year starting offensive lineman at Oregon State, he earned all-conference honors before signing a free agent contract with the San Diego Chargers.
“Joining this district marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter,” Camp added. “We look forward to contributing, growing and making a positive impact together.”
Camp and his wife, Janet, have two sons, Willie and Walker, and one daughter, Kali.
14 days ago, Marianne Ward
Coach Tim Camp
Lercher wins audio essay contest on patriotism



Brooklynn Lercher, a Waynesville High School junior, is the winner of the Crocker Memorial VFW Post 4956’s audio essay contest on patriotism.



The Crocker Memorial VFW Post 4956 awarded Lercher a $500 scholarship and the Auxiliary awarded her another $100, for $600 total on Sunday, April 12, 2026.



Lercher’s audio essay focused on this year’s theme, “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country.” The 2026-2027 theme will be “What a Veteran Taught Me About America.”



Post Commander Lee Orison and Bianca Orison (Auxiliary President) are pictured with Lercher.



In the group photo, Lercher is pictured with VFW and Auxiliary members, along with Crocker students who won the 3D print contest and the middle school essay contest.
14 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Lercher wins audio essay contest on patriotism
Lercher wins audio essay contest on patriotism
7 WHS students win all-expenses-paid trips for essays


Seven Waynesville High School juniors have earned all-expenses-paid trips through an essay competition sponsored by the Laclede Electric Cooperative and hosted by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives.



The WHS students are Russell Aden, Emmay Bailly, Aminah Harmon, Ziarlene Bituin, Deja Pelliccia, Joe Telebrico and Bella Wethington.



This contest showcases student talent and leadership among Missouri’s youth. The schools serviced in the Laclede Electric Cooperative were invited to participate in the contest, and entries were received from Conway, Hartville, Lebanon and Waynesville.



Out of the 95 essays that were entered, a panel of judges at the Laclede Electric Cooperative in Lebanon selected the top 15. They then sent the essays to three judges in separate cooperatives across the state who chose the top 10. Out of those 10, Waynesville students took seven of the winning spots. The top four essays earn the Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., and the other six earn the CYCLE Leadership Conference in Jefferson City trip.



Russell Aden, Emmay Bailly and Aminah Harmon will represent Waynesville High School on the Missouri Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., in June 2026, while Ziarlene Bituin, Deja Pelliccia Joe Telebrico and Bella Wethington will attend the Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience (CYCLE) in Jefferson City in July 2026.



The Missouri Youth Tour, organized by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives, brings more than 100 Missouri high school juniors to Washington, D.C., for a week of leadership development and civic engagement. The essays of Aden, Bailley, and Harmon earned them a spot among nearly 2,000 students nationwide. They will visit the U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian Museums and other historic monuments while learning about electric cooperatives’ community impact.



The CYCLE program, a four-day conference in Jefferson City, immerses high school juniors in Missouri’s state government and cooperative model, and also brings in national guest speakers. The four essays of Bituin, Pelleccia, Telebrico and Wethington secured their place among Missouri’s brightest young leaders. They will engage with nationally known speakers, tour the State Capitol, and participate in a mock legislative session.

14 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
7 WHS students win all-expenses-paid trips for essays
The Waynesville High School Jazz Bands, Saxophone Choir, Clarinet Choir, Brass Choir and Percussion Ensemble presented a concert on April 9, 2026, in the lobby of the Waynesville Career Center.

“The event was well attended, with a full audience demonstrating strong support for these outstanding student ensembles,” said Director of Bands Jared Sabatasso. “Attendees expressed great appreciation for the diverse selection of repertoire performed throughout the evening, which showcased a wide range of musical styles and highlighted the versatility of our student musicians.”

In addition to the performances, senior trombone player Kayden Wass was presented with the Louis Armstrong Award. This honor is awarded to an exemplary student who demonstrates exceptional talent, musicianship and dedication within the jazz arts.

“Kayden’s commitment to excellence and his contributions to the success of the jazz program make him a truly deserving recipient of this distinguished award,” Sabatasso said.

15 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
Jazz Band Concert
The WHS Girls Soccer team hit the field on April 9, 2026, in a hard fought game against Willard, losing in overtime.
15 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
WHS Girls Soccer takes on Willard
3 WHS students take leadership roles in FCCLA Region 5

On April 10, 2026, three Waynesville High School students were inducted into leadership positions for Region 5 FCCLA, including one as a state officer.

Faith Bohrer was inducted as the Region 5 Family and Consumer Science state officer, along with Wyatt Carter as secretary and Lela Burnham as treasurer.

“We are excited to see the impact these leaders will have as they serve and represent Region 5 in the coming year,” said FCCLA Advisory Katelynn Hawk.

18 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
3 WHS students take leadership roles in FCCLA Region 5
3 WHS students take leadership roles in FCCLA Region 5
3 WHS students take leadership roles in FCCLA Region 5
Waynesville High School Theatre & Troupe 1669 students are rehearsing for their upcoming performances of "Dorothy in Wonderland."

The performance times and dates are as follows:
7 p.m. on April 16, 17 and 18, 2026
2:30 p.m. on April 19, 2026
The performances will be held in the WHS Auditorium, 200 Fleetwood Dr., Waynesville. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the event. Tickets are $7 for general admission and $5 for senior citizens.
18 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
 WHS students rehearse for "Dorothy in Wonderland"
Art Show and Tiger Festival of Nations: 2 free events on 1 night

The Waynesville R-VI School District will host its annual District Art Show on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Lecture Hall at Waynesville High School.

This event will showcase artwork from students in grades K-12 within the district. In addition, the Tiger Festival of Nations will also be held from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday (April 17) in the Ninth Grade Center at Waynesville High School.

Both the Lecture Hall and the Ninth Grade Center entrance are located on the east side of the WHS campus (on the Tiger Stadium side) at 200 G.W. Lane St. in Waynesville. Both events are free and open to the public.

19 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Tiger Festival of Nations
We want to make you aware of an incident that occurred today during lunch at Waynesville Middle School (Thursday, April 9, 2026).

On a dare, a student made a statement indicating he/she had a gun. School officials immediately investigated the situation and confirmed that there was no weapon present. At no time were students in danger, and all students are safe.

The situation was addressed promptly, and appropriate actions are being taken in accordance with district discipline policies. While we cannot share specific details regarding individual students, please know that we take all statements of this nature very seriously.

We ask that you take a moment this evening to speak with your child about the importance of school safety and the serious consequences of making statements that can cause fear or disruption.

We appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
19 days ago, Marianne Ward
Law enforcement officials were called to Waynesville Middle School at approximately 10:45 a.m. today (Wednesday, April 8, 2026) to assist with the report of an alleged weapon. There is no weapon and normal school operations have continued.

All processes were followed. All students are safe.
20 days ago, Marianne Ward
Waynesville R-VI is taking applications for full day preschool for 2026-27

Waynesville R-VI is taking applications for students for the 2026-27 school year via a Google Form at https://forms.gle/AqBt76fEf9JmSzu26.

The district will have 160 full-day preschool opportunities in the 2026-2027 school year with 40 students at each of these locations:

-Parker Educational Center (Waynesville)
-Freedom Elementary School (St. Robert)

-Pick Educational Center (Ft. Leonard Wood)

-Williams Early Childhood Center (Ft. Leonard Wood)



To be eligible, a child:

· Must turn age 4 by July 31, 2026

· Have a birthdate must be between Aug. 1, 2021, and July 31, 2022

· Must reside within the boundaries of the Waynesville R-VI School District.

· Must have transportation to and from school each day*

Applications will close at 4 p.m. April 21. Students will be selected via a random lottery drawing.

Parents will be notified by May 15 if their child is accepted into the program.

If you have any questions, please call the Instructional Services Office at 573-842-2050.

*Parents/guardians are responsible for getting their child to and from school each day. There is one exception: PreK students who are selected to attend Freedom and live within Freedom’s attendance area will be able to ride a bus. The district is piloting a program to bus Freedom PreK students in 2026-27 as the district prepares to expand Pre-K transportation in the future.



21 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville R-VI is taking applications for full day preschool for 2026-27  Waynesville R-VI is taking applications for students for the 2026-27 school year via a Google Form at https://forms.gle/AqBt76fEf9JmSzu26.  The district will have 160 full-day preschool opportunities in the 2026-2027 school year with 40 students at each of these locations:  -Parker Educational Center (Waynesville) -Freedom Elementary School (St. Robert)  -Pick Educational Center (Ft. Leonard Wood)  -Williams Early Childhood Center (Ft. Leonard Wood)     To be eligible, a child:  ·      Must turn age 4 by July 31, 2026  ·      Have a birthdate must be between Aug. 1, 2021, and July 31, 2022  ·      Must reside within the boundaries of the Waynesville R-VI School District.  ·      Must have transportation to and from school each day*  Applications will close at 4 p.m. April 21. Students will be selected via a random lottery drawing.  Parents will be notified by May 15 if their child is accepted into the program.  If you have any questions, please call the Instructional Services Office at 573-842-2050.  *Parents/guardians are responsible for getting their child to and from school each day. There is one exception: PreK students who are selected to attend Freedom and live within Freedom’s attendance area will be able to ride a bus. The district is piloting a program to bus Freedom PreK students in 2026-27 as the district prepares to expand Pre-K transportation in the future.
Waynesville Career Center's Teacher Preparation FCCLA Chapter is hosting a Spring Parent's Night Out.

Children ages Pre-K-5th grade are invited to be dropped off at the WCC from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026, for fun, educational centers prepared by future teachers. Your child will get to participate in many different learning activities such as rock painting, story book crafting, cloud slime creation, and different educational games. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

The cost is $20 per child. To sign up, click on this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_HBsGTZ_iupWSCAImz1ed6CZ5ds3vM3-BvjnBmoWND-tfvw/viewform or use the QR code on the flyer and complete the Google Form for registration. Spots are limited, so sign up quickly!

Payment the night of may be cash or check
21 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Waynesville Career Center's Teacher Preparation FCCLA Chapter is hosting a Spring Parent's Night Out.   Children ages Pre-K-5th grade are invited to be dropped off at the WCC from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026, for fun, educational centers prepared by future teachers. Your child will get to participate in many different learning activities such as rock painting, story book crafting, cloud slime creation, and different educational games. Snacks and drinks will be provided.   The cost is $20 per child. To sign up, click on this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_HBsGTZ_iupWSCAImz1ed6CZ5ds3vM3-BvjnBmoWND-tfvw/viewform or use the QR code on the flyer and complete the Google Form for registration. Spots are limited, so sign up quickly!   Payment the night of may be cash or check.
WHS HOSA wins award at State



Several Waynesville High School students received honors and WHS HOSA received the Outstanding Local Chapter Achievement Award during the HOSA-Future Health Professionals State Conference held March 23 and 24, 2026, at Rolla High School.

In HOSA’s inaugural year at WHS, 29 students went to the state conference competing and volunteering in various roles.

WHS HOSA was one of just three chapters to earn the achievement award, which recognized their partnership with Lighthouse and Beta to collect more than 300 cake mixes and containers of icing for CASA, supporting children in foster care. This project was spearheaded and submitted for recognition by President Aubrey Fields and Vice President Kendall Cobb.

Individual Honors:


· Kaden Crone, Grey Landreth, and Brooklyn Lercher- Biomedical Debate 3rd Place (National Qualifier)

· Zetalyn Mansapit and Annsley Sherohman- Veterinarian Health Career Display 3rd Place (National Qualifier)

· Siessa Kpessokro- Healthcare Administration Exam- 4th place

· Hailey Melchiore- HOSA Happenings- digital newsletter submission receiving state honors (National Qualifier)

· Breanna Bednarik- Barbara James Service Award-State Level Recognition (76 hours of health-related community service)

· Morgan Woods- Barbara James Service Award-State Level Recognition (90 hours of health-related community service)

· Kaydence Long- Barbara James Service Award-National Bronze Level Recognition- (Recorded over 100, but less than 175 hours of health-related community service hours)

22 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
WHS HOSA wins award at State
WHS HOSA wins award at State
WHS HOSA wins award at State
WHS HOSA wins award at State
WHS HOSA wins award at State
WHS HOSA wins award at State
The Waynesville High School baseball team took the field on April 2, 2026, for a competitive game against Webb City.
The boys baseball schedule is at: https://waynesvilletigerathletics.org/main/teamschedule/id/58613/seasonid/4971001
All high school spring sports schedules are at: https://www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/o/waynesville-tiger-athletics/page/sports-schedules
22 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
WHS Baseball takes on Webb City
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Friday, April 3, 2026, and all district offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.
26 days ago, Marianne Ward
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Friday, April 3, 2026, and all district offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.
An ambulance was dispatched to East Elementary at approximately 8:55 a.m. today (Thursday, April 2, 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.
26 days ago, Marianne Ward
April is the Month of the Military Child and in honor of all military children throughout the Waynesville R-VI School District, each school hosted a poster contest. The posters provide a positive message about military children and include the color purple to signify all branches of the military.



Shown below is artwork from Wood Elementary students.



We have partnered with local businesses to display a limited number of pieces of Month of the Military Child student artwork. The following schools have artwork at these local businesses:

Mu Bahn Thai: Wood Elementary
Coltons: Thayer Elementary and Freedom Elementary
Security Bank (St Robert): WMS, WHS
OTC: East Elementary
Westside Salon & Boutique: Partridge Elementary
Wendys: Waynesville Sixth Grade Center
27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Wood Elementary MOMC artwork
Joseph Camelin, a senior at Waynesville High School, has signed to continue his academic and athletic (wrestling) career at Avila University. His signing was held on March 30, 2026.
27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
Camelin signs with Avila University
Camelin signs with Avila University
Camelin signs with Avila University
Camelin signs with Avila University
Waynesville High School choir students wrapped up a busy week of competitions with strong performances and great success.

On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the choirs competed in the MSHSSA State Choir competition at Camdenton High School. The Treble Choir and Mixed Choir received an Exemplary rating. The Tenor-Bass Choir and the Chamber Choir received an Outstanding rating.

On Saturday, March 28, 10 soloists and one small ensemble competed at the MSHSSA Solo and Small Ensemble Districts at Lebanon High School.

Addison Bowling, Ava Byers, Cyrus Calhoun, Isabel Diaz, Eulalia Moynihan, Claire Reed, Lilyana Romero, A'Nyyah Tollison, and a quartet with members Emma Bailly, Ava Byers, Cyrus Calhoun, and A'Nyyah Tollison received an Exemplary rating and will sing at the MSHSSA State Solo and Small Ensemble competition on Saturday, May 2.

The following students received an Outstanding rating for their solos: Anastasia Blunt, Cassandra Hays and Sainisha Simram.

27 days ago, Donal Imbrunone
WHS choir students receive Exemplary & Outstanding ratings
WHS choir students receive Exemplary & Outstanding ratings
WHS choir students receive Exemplary & Outstanding ratings
WHS choir students receive Exemplary & Outstanding ratings
Alicia Force, Olivia Horton and the Foreign Language Department from Waynesville High School are being recognized as this week's #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out for their outstanding collaboration.

#ProudTeacherTuesday #WaySchools
28 days ago, Marianne Ward
Alicia Force, Olivia Horton and the Foreign Language Department are being recognized as this month’s #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out for their outstanding collaboration.