5/13/26 - Due to current weather conditions both the Middle School softball game and Middle School track meet are cancelled. In addition, there will be no practices held today.
This Wednesday, May 13, we are excited to have VIVE18 presenter Tomas Barraza at Waitsburg Secondary School to speak with students about substance prevention. Grant funding has provided the opportunity for Mr. Barraza to present at two assemblies in the morning, one for high school students and one for middle school students, after which the Natural Helper Club will hold a special lunch encounter to learn about how students can help their peers.
Join us for the Waitsburg Elementary School Spring Concert on Wednesday, June 3 at 1 p.m. in the secondary building gym!
Students in grades K–6 are excited to share the music and hard work they’ve been preparing this spring. We hope families and community members will join us for an afternoon of music and celebration!
Students in grades K–6 are excited to share the music and hard work they’ve been preparing this spring. We hope families and community members will join us for an afternoon of music and celebration!
Find out what's been happening at Waitsburg Secondary School with the seventh issue of Flight Log, our student-created newsletter! Find Flight Log issues on the Waitsburg Secondary School webpage or click here to read the current issue now!
We’re proud to share that Waitsburg High School has been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program and the Washington State Board of Education for Closing Gaps during the 2024–2025 school year!
This program highlights schools across Washington that demonstrate exceptional progress in student success - and this year, only 16% of schools statewide received recognition.
Schools honored for Closing Gaps have made meaningful strides in improving outcomes for student groups, reducing performance disparities, and driving growth where it matters most. Just one year after being identified for Comprehensive Supports due to graduation rates, Waitsburg High School has made incredible progress, raising its graduation rate to more than 66.7%.
This achievement reflects the dedication, collaboration, and commitment of an entire community. Congratulations to our students, families, educators, and staff for the hard work and belief in what’s possible. This is what progress looks like!
This program highlights schools across Washington that demonstrate exceptional progress in student success - and this year, only 16% of schools statewide received recognition.
Schools honored for Closing Gaps have made meaningful strides in improving outcomes for student groups, reducing performance disparities, and driving growth where it matters most. Just one year after being identified for Comprehensive Supports due to graduation rates, Waitsburg High School has made incredible progress, raising its graduation rate to more than 66.7%.
This achievement reflects the dedication, collaboration, and commitment of an entire community. Congratulations to our students, families, educators, and staff for the hard work and belief in what’s possible. This is what progress looks like!
Attention Waitsburg Elementary School families - if you have a returning student, we are asking that you please fill out the Waitsburg Elementary Returning Student Registration Packet. The registration packets willing be coming home today in students' backpacks. Be sure you check those backpacks, fill out those forms and return them no later than June 1.
⏰️REMINDER: Students will be released early from class this Friday, April 24 at 12:10 PM for staff professional development.
The EES survey is a critical tool used to ensure student, parent, and staff voices and experiences continue to inform progress towards strategic initiatives. Not only does it allow the ability to track progress in important areas such as school culture, safety, and student social/emotional health, it also allows us to compare our performance to hundreds of districts across the United States who also participate in the annual survey. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey.
Join us on Thursday, April 23 from 6–7 PM at Preston Hall for the Whitman College Family Science Night!🔬✨ Waitsburg families are invited to spend the evening exploring hands‑on science experiments and engaging in fun, educational STEM games. This interactive event is designed to spark curiosity and make learning science and STEM exciting for all ages. Bring the whole family and enjoy a night of discovery, you won’t want to miss it! 🧪🎉
The EES survey is a critical tool used to ensure student, parent, and staff voices and experiences continue to inform progress towards strategic initiatives. Not only does it allow the ability to track progress in important areas such as school culture, safety, and student social/emotional health, it also allows us to compare our performance to hundreds of districts across the United States who also participate in the annual survey. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey.
⏰️REMINDER: Students will be released early from class this Friday, March 27 at 12:10 PM for staff professional development.
Find out what's been happening at Waitsburg Secondary School with the fifth issue of Flight Log, our student-created newsletter! Find Flight Log issues on the Waitsburg Secondary School webpage at the WHS News - Flight Log link or go to https://aptg.co/75Ln9B to read the current issue now! to read the current issue now!
📣 Waitsburg Secondary Spring Sports Parent Meeting
Please join us for a Spring Sports Informational Parent Meeting on
Tuesday, February 17th at 6:00 PM.
This meeting is for students in grades 8–12 and their parents who are interested in participating in spring sports.
Sport Locations:
⚾ Baseball (Grades 8–12): Gym
🥎 Softball (Grades 8–12): Cage
🏃 Track (Grades 8–12): Auditorium
⛳ Golf (Grades 9–12): Mr. Kiefel’s Room
Important information about the season, expectations, and requirements will be shared. We encourage all families to attend.
Go Cardinals! ❤️🐦
Please join us for a Spring Sports Informational Parent Meeting on
Tuesday, February 17th at 6:00 PM.
This meeting is for students in grades 8–12 and their parents who are interested in participating in spring sports.
Sport Locations:
⚾ Baseball (Grades 8–12): Gym
🥎 Softball (Grades 8–12): Cage
🏃 Track (Grades 8–12): Auditorium
⛳ Golf (Grades 9–12): Mr. Kiefel’s Room
Important information about the season, expectations, and requirements will be shared. We encourage all families to attend.
Go Cardinals! ❤️🐦
Just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing long weekend!
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Board of Education for Waitsburg School District will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in person in the Waitsburg Elementary Library. This meeting will be held virtually as well, the Zoom link will become available the day of the meeting. For a copy of the agenda visit our website.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote! The Replacement EP&O levy proposed on the February 10 ballot is currently passing! As we await the official election results on February 20, we want to say THANK YOU! Our schools are stronger because of a community that values its students and their education!
Reminder that Waitsburg School District Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume on January 20.
Notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Board of Education for Waitsburg School District will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in person in the Waitsburg Elementary Library. This meeting will be held virtually as well, the Zoom link will become available the day of the meeting. For a copy of the agenda visit our website.
A replacement levy is on the February ballot for Waitsburg schools!
Waitsburg School District has placed a two-year Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy on the Feb. 10, 2026 ballot. This levy will replace the current voter-approved levy and continue funding for important school programs not fully funded by the state.
This is not a new tax - it simply renews local support for our students and staff.
Learn more at www.waitsburgsd.org/levy.
Waitsburg School District has placed a two-year Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy on the Feb. 10, 2026 ballot. This levy will replace the current voter-approved levy and continue funding for important school programs not fully funded by the state.
This is not a new tax - it simply renews local support for our students and staff.
Learn more at www.waitsburgsd.org/levy.
❄️ Winter Break is almost here! ❄️
There will be NO SCHOOL for Winter Break from December 22 through January 2. Classes will resume on January 5. We wish our students, families and staff a safe and restful winter break! ✨
There will be NO SCHOOL for Winter Break from December 22 through January 2. Classes will resume on January 5. We wish our students, families and staff a safe and restful winter break! ✨
