Junior High School News



Blog Entries - May 2023

memorial day

Happy Memorial Day

Posted on: May 29, 2023

News from the 6th, 7th and 8th P.E. Class

Posted on: May 22, 2023

News from the 6th, 7th and 8th P.E. Class Second Semester Students that scored in the High Fitness Performance Zone 8th Grade Griffin Armstrong, Ross Barrett, Kaleb Johnson, Cullin Shaffer, Paige Hines, Esmira Muzaffarova, Bella Williamson, Julius Foley,

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parking

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

Posted on: May 22, 2023

Students will be released to the cafeteria after they are finished with exams, around 9am. Parents may park in the open spaces in the front lot of the Jr. High, in the back lot, or in the highlighted lanes of the elementary building (picture below). Please do

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early dismissal

2-Hr Early Dismissal on Tuesday, May 23rd

Posted on: May 22, 2023

2-HOUR EARLY DISMISSAL on Tuesday, May 23rd.

ENJOY THE SUMMER BREAK!

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time capsule

Time Capsule Ceremony

Posted on: May 22, 2023

A Time Capsule Ceremony was held at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Tuesday, May 16th.  Two 6th grade students presented their winning Performing Arts Center Essays at the ceremony - Madelyn Hamilton and Tony Garafolo.  They wrote essays

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baseball unit

End of Fun Activity with Mrs. Baker and Mrs. Kerns Class

Posted on: May 19, 2023

Mrs. Kerns and Mrs. Bakers class celebrated the end of a baseball unit by cooking hot dogs and nachos    They made cookies and cards for their Moms and Grandmas.  They ended the day with ice cream sundaes.  

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graduation parade

Graduation & Parade Details

Posted on: May 19, 2023

Waynesville High School Parade for the Graduating Class of 2023.     The Community Celebration Graduation Parade is a memorable one!    This tradition began in 2020 and was so loved, that it has returned now for the 4th

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jh surprise day

Junior High Surprise Day

Posted on: May 19, 2023

On May 17th, the 7th and 8th grades were surprised with an outdoor fun day for all of the hard work they've done all year long!  The weather was perfect and there was much to do as the students had lots of fun activities in the park!  

Great Job 7th and 8th graders!! You've had an amazing year!

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walk through

Senior Walk-Through of Waynesville School Buildings

Posted on: May 19, 2023

Among the traditions for Graduating Seniors from Waynesville High School, one has always been to walk the halls where it all began for most of them...in the hallways of Waynesville Elementary School.  While the building has changed, many of the staff

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wax museum prep

Jr High Students Assist with Wax Museum Prep

Posted on: May 17, 2023

Recently, 8th grade students visited elementary classrooms to offer guidance with the 3rd Grade Wax Museum Project.  Having already completed their wax museum projects several years ago, and now having several years of experience in the junior high

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special board meeting

Notice: Special Meeting for the Board of Education

Posted on: May 17, 2023

A Special Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at 8:00 am.  Here is the link:  https://go.boarddocs.com/oh/waylo/Board.nsf/Public

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amburgy

Jr High Leadership and Character Class

Posted on: May 15, 2023

In Junior High Leadership & Character Class, 1987 WHS Alumni and current Board President Darren Amburgy spoke to the class.  He stated "Encouragement is one of the best motivators."  Thank you Mr. Amburgy for your strong message.  Words of

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staff lunch

Staff Appreciation Lunch

Posted on: May 15, 2023

In honor of staff appreciation week, we had a luncheon for all staff members today.  Our Security Resource Officer, Shannon Mermann, brought in a smoker and made pulled pork that was smoked all night long.  It was absolutely amazing!!  Also,

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school communicators day

National School Communicators Day - Friday, May 12th

Posted on: May 15, 2023

The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) celebrates School Communicators Day on the second Friday in May in recognition the incredibly valuable work of school public relations professionals. As a school public relations

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mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day

Posted on: May 14, 2023
8th grade promotion

8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

Posted on: May 10, 2023

Waynesville 8th grade Parents, Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about the 8th grade promotion ceremony!  It’s hard to believe our babies will be freshman next year! I have been put in charge of raising the funds needed for

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learning about 4H

Learning about 4H as Part of a Community Service Week

Posted on: May 10, 2023

    To wrap up our week of community service we had two guest speakers who introduced and promoted 4H. Lyla and Alivia Comer brought in chickens, a rabbit, clothing, posters and pictures to depict their involvement in Butler County's Madison Outlaw

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thank you

Many Thanks!

Posted on: May 10, 2023

Thank you to ALL faculty, support staff and administrators for your commitment to our students!  Every staff member contributes to educating our students and ensuring that all supports are in place to care for the whole child.  Each staff member has an important role and we appreciate all that they do.   THANK YOU! 

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washington dc

8th Grade Washington D.C. and Gettsburg Trip

Posted on: May 10, 2023

  Waynesville 8th Grade students had a wonderful trip to Washington D.C. and Gettsyburg.  Students traveled to Gettysburg PA to tour the battlefields before heading to Washington, D. C.  The students toured the U. S. Capitol Building, Fords

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nurse day

Celebrating School Nurse's Day

Posted on: May 10, 2023

National School Nurse's Day is observed on Wednesday, May 10th.  Thank you to our school nurses Jen Royalty, Shelly Philpot, & Mel Suittor for taking care of all our students as they deal with physical ailments, emotional scars, mental anxiety,

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shrek cast

WHS Theatre Presents... SHREK THE MUSICAL

Posted on: May 5, 2023

Posted:  May 5, 2023 On May 4th, 2023, the Wayne Local Schools musical, 'Shrek the Musical,' was held for the first time ever in our brand new Performing Arts Center!  The cast and crew awed and amazed the audience with their talents in "Shrek the

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peer led learning

Peer-Led Learning with Leadership/Character Development Class

Posted on: May 4, 2023

Junior High Physical Education class implemented a peer-led learning exercise to introduce the basketball unit to class.  Students acted as coaches, held draft sessions to draft their teams, and participated in a basketball tournament during

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community service project

Junior High Community Service Project

Posted on: May 4, 2023

Junior high students worked together on a community service project that involved baking dog bones for the SICSA organization.   Following a brief overview of the SICSA organization, each student had their own workspace and recipe to follow. 

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project excellence

Celebrating Project Excellence Winners

Posted on: May 4, 2023

Congratulations to our WLS Project Excellence Educators, Mary Beth Burwell and Leslie Schleman, who were honored tonight with other Warren County recognized educators! It was a room filled with amazing teachers!

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art show

Waynesville Art Show 2023

Posted on: May 3, 2023
jazz

Jazz in the Park

Posted on: May 3, 2023
stingray with small fish on top

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day - May 2

Posted on: May 2, 2023

The Ohio legislature has proclaimed this day and/or week that Ohioans have an opportunity to reflect on the outstanding job performance of more than 15,000 school bus drivers who transport students to and from school and school-related events throughout the

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auction items needed

Annual 6th Grade Auction - Items Needed

Posted on: May 2, 2023

6th Grade Parents/Guardians & Community Members:                As we head into the end of our school year, we are beginning to plan the annual 6th grade auction. 

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national principals day

SCHOOL PRINCIPALS’ DAY

Posted on: May 1, 2023

Thank you for your educational leadership of our school!! Mrs. Anna Garafolo, Elementary School PrincipalMr. Patrick Clark, Elementary School Assistant PrincipalMrs. Karyn Denslow, Junior-Senior High School PrincipalMr. Chip Will, Junior-Senior

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SOCIAL MEDIA MONITORING APPS

Keeping Students Safe with Social Media

Posted on: May 1, 2023

 Effective Apps to Help Keep Your Child Safe (and Appropriate) on Social Media   Parents often wonder how they can monitor their teens' phone usage. In fact, according to Parents.com, the average teen spends 7 hours and 22 minnutes

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