The VOICES elementary honor choir performed its winter concert on Dec. 4, 2024, at Freedom Elementary. Waynesville R-VI elementary students in grades 4, 5 and 6 must audition and be selected for the VOICES choir.
Students in this choir dedicate their Wednesday afternoons to learning challenging repertoire and practice a variety of skills, including performance, public speaking, and instrumental performance.
The VOICES choir is under the direction of Vaness Mason. Assistant directors are Keisha Jarrett, Hannah Macarthy, Laura Taylor, Beth Gibson and Amanda JG. The accompanist is Terri Heby. #wayschools
East students explored the Industrial and Engineering Technology Career Path during Day 0. Guest speakers from Missouri S&T Satellite Research Team presented to the students and lead a group activity.
Thank you Missouri S&T - our students enjoyed learning about satellites and the Engineering Career Path.
Please join us for our 12 Days of Christmas spirit days!
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Nov. 25-29, 2024. We wish all of our families and our community a Happy Thanksgiving!
AmeriCorps recognized in national newsletter
Waynesville R-VI’s AmeriCorps program was highlighted in the November 2024 issue of the nationwide AmeriCorps newsletter.
The newsletter stated the following, “The Waynesville AmeriCorps Program provides academic support through tutoring, mentoring, service-learning, and enrichment, with fitness and wellness support, to students in the Waynesville, Saint Robert, and Fort Leonard Wood Communities in Missouri. More than seven out of 10 of the students supported are military-connected children whose parents predominately serve at Fort Leonard Wood. AmeriCorps members help lead Club TIGER, an afterschool program that lets students explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical thinking skills for learning through the delivery of high quality, hands-on, project-based programs in a variety of content areas. During the 2023 – 2024 school year, 45 members served in the Waynesville R-VI School District with about one-third of those members being high school seniors serving in after school programs and summer school.”
U.S. News and World Report has named all elementary and middle schools in the Waynesville R-VI School District as the Best of the Best.
All (East, Freedom, Partridge, Thayer and Wood Elementary Schools) have earned the 2025 Best Elementary Schools badge and all middle schools (Waynesville Sixth Grade Center and Waynesville Middle School) have earned the 2025 Best Middle Schools badge.
The rankings for elementary and middle schools were released on Nov. 14, 2024, and the announcement was made by Superintendent Hilary Bales at the Board of Education meeting on Monday, Nov. 18.
"We are so proud of our students, teachers and staff for their accomplishments and for once again earning these badges," Bales said. “It takes everyone – our staff, our students and our supportive community -- to achieve this level of excellence.”
The schools have earned the right to have a U.S. News and World Report badge for being among the top 40 percent of all elementary and middle schools in Missouri. Waynesville High School also has been named in the top 100 high schools in the state; the district is waiting to hear the 2025 badge announcement for high schools.
East Elementary students participated in a daily "Masked Reader" guessing game as part of their celebration of Love of Reading Week. Each day they listened to a video of a staff member reading a book. Students then completed a Google Form guessing which staff member was the "Masked Reader." Winners received a free book of their choice along with other prizes. Students and staff were also encouraged to wear their "Love of Reading" shirts on Thursday. #wayschools
SkillsUSA and the Waynesville Career Center is hosting the 5th annual Daddy Daughter Dance Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in the Waynesville Middle School gymnasium. Tickets are $20 per individual and registration closes Dec. 9, 2024. For more information please contact mclutts@waynesville.k12.mo.us or sstrubbe@waynesville.k12.mo.us. #wayschools
This month’s #TeacherProudTuesday shout-out goes to Katherine Schmidt, a teacher at East Elementary. From the multiple nominators, we chose this quote, “Being a military child can be challenging; frequent transitions can cause academic regression, but having a supportive teacher can make all the difference. Mrs. Schmidt's nurturing approach and dedication to her students clearly shine through, creating a safe and encouraging environment for learning. The fact that my child feels excited and confident about her education is a testament to Mrs. Schmidt's ability to inspire and uplift her students, particularly those with unique needs identified in an IEP. It's wonderful witnessing how her affirming words and passion for teaching are helping my child grow and thrive academically. I have noticed a new level of confidence and drive in my child. This foundation of support will undoubtedly have a lasting impact, and for that I am extremely thankful!”
To nominate a Waynesville R-VI teacher for #TeacherProudTuesday, please complete the form at https://forms.gle/CGYYJiuAvyvSwQhs6.
There will be no school in the Waynesville R-VI School District on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in observance of Veterans Day.
Bus delays may occur this afternoon;
Waynesville R-VI buses may be delayed this afternoon (Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024) due to traffic being diverted from I-44 onto Historic Route 66.
If you or your family have been impacted by the recent flooding, we are here to help. Our commitment to our students remains strong, and we are prepared to support those that need support.
Waynesville R-VI students or families needing assistance are encouraged to reach out via email. Please email us at studentservices@waynesville.k12.mo.us with any specific needs or concerns, and we will work to connect you with resources and support.
We are here to help!
School will be in session and in person today (Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024) in the Waynesville R-VI School District.
Buses will be running their normal routes.
Transportation will be contacting the limited number of students we are unable to reach due to road closures.
East Elementary 4th and 5th graders performed the patriotic concert, "What Does It Mean to be American?" on Oct. 30, 2024, at Waynesville High School Auditorium. The concert is based on the book by Elad Yoran and Rana DiOrio. These photos are of East 4th graders at the concert. #wayschools
Patriotic concerts tonight!
East Elementary 4th and 5th graders will perform "What Does It Mean to be American?" on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, at Waynesville High School Auditorium.
- East 4th graders will perform at 5:30 p.m.
- East 5th graders will perform at 7 p.m.
The patriotic concert is based on the book by Elad Yoran and Rana DiOrio.
The concert is free and open to the public. We extend a special invitation to those who are currently serving or have served in the military.
Waynesville High School’s student government association will host a Trunk or Treat event tonight from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the WHS parking lot. #wayschools
Three teachers from East Elementary have been selected to attend the Ron Clark Academy Experience in Atlanta this year through a donation from St. Robert SONIC, which was matched by the SONIC Foundation,
Teachers Haley Jones, Samantha Boeh and Camiel Laurie look forward to the opportunity and the spark it can provide for the students at East Elementary.
Located in Southeast Atlanta, The Ron Clark Academy is a nonprofit school that also serves as a demonstration school, a place where visiting educators engage in professional development. The two-day RCA EXP training is an interactive, immersive learning experience where educators observe classes and participate in dynamic workshops that teach teachers how to ignite a passion for learning, provide meaningful support, encourage academic excellence, foster authentic relationships, and ensure a climate and culture where all students and staff thrive. #wayschools
Waynesville 4th, 5th and 6th graders who qualified in the mile participated in Stampede in the Park today, Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, in Waynesville City Park.
ATTN: Waynesville R-VI Parents and Guardians: PARENT SURVEY
The Waynesville R-VI School District has opened its annual PARENT SURVEY now through Oct. 25. The online survey link has been sent to parents via EMAIL. We value your thoughts and opinions about your child’s school and educational experiences.
We encourage parents to please take a moment to complete the parent survey.
