India M. Harris

The 2016-2021 Strategic Plan for Waynesboro Public Schools focuses on providing a quality education that includes strong academics, comprehensive programs preparing students for productive citizenship, quality learning environments and facilities, a diverse and highly trained staff, and strong partnerships with parents and the community. The vision is to develop globally minded students who can communicate, collaborate, and empathize; access, evaluate, and utilize knowledge from various sources; present themselves respectfully; succeed in any learning environment; and be initiative-taking, creative problem-solvers. Strategic priorities include career and college readiness, informed and responsible citizenship, strengthening the WPS brand through community relationships, and modernizing and securing school facilities. Long-term goals involve establishing career plans in middle school, partnering with community organizations for job exploration and mentorship, increasing student engagement through the Virginia Tiered System of Supports, ensuring all students graduate with appropriate diplomas and school accreditation, and renovating or constructing Waynesboro High, Wenonah Elementary, and Berkeley Glenn Elementary Schools.