Flyer for Child Find and screening students for preschool.
Dear Community Members,
This is a reminder that we will be honoring all of our Veterans and active duty military members this Friday at our home football game vs. Celina. Each Veteran/military member will be admitted at no charge. Guests will need to purchase tickets. Please meet me (Aaron Rex) on the track in front of the homeside grandstand by 6:30 PM. You will have seating in the North end zone for the entire game. You are welcome to sit there for the length of the game, or in the stands after the recognition. At approximately 6:50 we will be displaying a large flag on the football field and will keep it displayed until the band finishes the Star-Spangled Banner. Near the completion of the song there will be a flyover of the Champaign Gal, a B-25 out of Urbana Ohio. We want to thank the AMVETS Post 333, American Legion Post 330, and the VFW post 8445 for sponsoring the flyover.
Wapakoneta City Schools is proud of the country we live in, and we are proud to honor these American Heroes.
Thank you for your service!
*If you have any questions before Friday evening please contact me at rexaa@wapak.org or 419-739-2900.
Sincerely,
Aaron Rex
Parents, We have been informed by the City of Wapakoneta that North Blackhoof Street will be closed from Silver Street to Stinebaugh St. starting tomorrow morning until at least Friday. You can use these alternative routes: Murray Street to Stinebaugh, Defiance to Stinebaugh, or the drop off that can be accessed from Redskin Trail at the high school entrance.
A few quick drop-off reminders to help the first morning run safely and smoothly tomorrow morning:
Use the designated drop-off loop and pull all the way forward.
Stay in your car in the drop-off lane and have your child's backpack ready. Staff will be on duty to help students to the door.
Crosswalks only. If you park and walk your child, please use the marked crosswalks and follow staff directions.
Be patient—extra traffic is normal the first few days.
First-day photos: snap them at home or please park your car and get out to take pictures, not in the lane. 📸
Students will be allowed in at 7:40 when the bell rings.
Thank you for helping us keep arrival safe and efficient. We can’t wait to see our students and start the year 1% Better Each Day! 🙌
Use the designated drop-off loop and pull all the way forward.
Stay in your car in the drop-off lane and have your child's backpack ready. Staff will be on duty to help students to the door.
Crosswalks only. If you park and walk your child, please use the marked crosswalks and follow staff directions.
Be patient—extra traffic is normal the first few days.
First-day photos: snap them at home or please park your car and get out to take pictures, not in the lane. 📸
Students will be allowed in at 7:40 when the bell rings.
Thank you for helping us keep arrival safe and efficient. We can’t wait to see our students and start the year 1% Better Each Day! 🙌
This is a reminder of the Back-to-School Celebration tomorrow evening in each of our school buildings. We hope to see you there!
Parents,
I hope that you take a few moments to read over our Back to School Redskin Report. This newsletter has important information and dates regarding the 2025/2026 school year. We look forward to seeing the students at schedule pick-up/teacher name pick-up on August 6, the Back-to-School Celebration on August 14, and the first day of school on August 19. If you have questions after reading over the newsletter please reach to your child's school building.
Sincerely,
Aaron Rex
https://wapak.edurooms.com/engage/wapakoneta-city-schools/newsletters/back-to-school-redskin-report
I hope that you take a few moments to read over our Back to School Redskin Report. This newsletter has important information and dates regarding the 2025/2026 school year. We look forward to seeing the students at schedule pick-up/teacher name pick-up on August 6, the Back-to-School Celebration on August 14, and the first day of school on August 19. If you have questions after reading over the newsletter please reach to your child's school building.
Sincerely,
Aaron Rex
https://wapak.edurooms.com/engage/wapakoneta-city-schools/newsletters/back-to-school-redskin-report
Families, This is a reminder that we would like all transportation information to be updated in Final Forms by July 11. I know it may seem early, but we are already planning our bus routes for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your help with this!
Please read over our end of the year Redskin Report. We hope that you are enjoying your summer break!
https://wapak.edurooms.com/engage/wapakoneta-city-schools/newsletters/end-of-the-year-redskin-report
Parents,
Please read over the attached information concerning busing, Final Forms, and lunches for the 2025/2026 school year. Enjoy your summer break!
Our summer breakfast/lunch program will start June 3. If you are interested please read over the flyer and the attached documentation. The meals will be available every Tuesday from June 3 through June 23 for children 1 to 18. There is a limit of 7 per family and they can be picked up at Cridersville or Wapakoneta High School.
Last night at our school board meeting we honored five of our retirees. Wapakoneta City Schools would like to thank Michelle Law, Mark Koch, Scott Wilson, Michelle Roediger, and Jan Yinger for all that they have done for our school system, and most importantly our kids. Congratulations on your retirement, you will be missed!
This week was National Police Week. We want to take a moment to personally thank our school resource officers, the Wapakoneta Police Department, our Sheriff's Office, and the Highway Patrol for all that they do for our community. We are very fortunate to live in a community with outstanding individuals who protect and serve us every day. Thank you for all that you do for Wapakoneta City Schools and our city!
Please join us in welcoming Alisha Sperry to Wapakoneta City Schools! Alisha brings two years of experience with the Auglaize County ESC and currently works in a special education classroom at Wapakoneta Elementary. She holds both a paraprofessional and substitute teaching license and is certified in CPI and CPR.
A proud 2003 graduate of WHS, Alisha is excited to continue serving her hometown. She and her husband Dan have two children, Jacob and Riley, who attend WCS and stay busy with sports.
Alisha already feels like part of the Wapak family—and we’re thrilled to officially have her on the team!
Keshia Hume joins Wapakoneta City Schools with one year of experience at St. Marys East Primary School. A Wapak native, Keshia moved to Florida during her freshman year of high school but is thrilled to now be back in the community she calls home.
She and her husband have three wonderful children, and her family breeds and raises show pigs. In her free time, Keshia also enjoys making jewelry. She is especially excited to work in the same district her children attend and to contribute to the success of students in the community she loves.
Jackie Schneer has been part of the Wapakoneta City Schools team since 2022. She began her journey in the cafeteria at Wapakoneta Middle School before transitioning to a paraeducator role at West Elementary. For the past two years, Jackie has worked with special education students at both Wapakoneta Elementary and Middle School, supporting their growth and development.
Originally from Northwood, Ohio, Jackie graduated from Northwood High School in 1991 and went on to earn an associate degree in Business and Accounting from Owens Community College in 1997. She now lives in Wapakoneta with her husband, Michael, and their daughter, Isabella.
Jackie is excited to continue her work with Wapakoneta Schools, helping students with special needs thrive and become productive members of the community. She is grateful for the opportunity and looks forward to all that lies ahead.
Wapakoneta Redskins 8th grade baseball!
Wapakoneta 8th grade baseball pictures from May 2nd to May 7th.
We’re excited to welcome Laura Basham as the new head volleyball coach at Wapakoneta and a paraeducator at Wapakoneta Elementary!
Laura is a graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School in Oregon, Ohio, and originally from Rossford. She brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare and has spent the last 11 years coaching volleyball at every level—from 5th grade through high school, including club teams. She’s passionate about the sport and ready to start building the Wapak volleyball program.
Laura is married and has four daughters:
Summer (24) – her assistant coach and a new intervention specialist at Wapakoneta
Soraya (19) – a volleyball player at Heidelberg University
Savannah (14) – an 8th grader at Wapakoneta
Lauren (12) – a 6th grader at Wapakoneta
She enjoys attending her daughters’ sporting events and spending quality time with family. Laura is excited to be part of Wapakoneta City Schools, where she looks forward to supporting students—both on the court and in the classroom—by helping them grow, gain confidence, and find success in their unique learning journeys.
Welcome to Wapakoneta City Schools, Justin Woodford!
Justin comes to WCS after three years of experience as a Preschool Intervention Specialist with Newark City Schools. He earned his degree in Inclusive Early Childhood Education from Bowling Green State University and is passionate about helping every child thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment. Originally from Hilliard, Ohio, and a graduate of Hilliard Davidson High School, Justin enjoys spending time outdoors, fishing, and making memories with family and friends. He’s most excited to join Wapakoneta City Schools because of the strong sense of community, support, and shared passion for teaching and learning. Welcome to the team, Justin! We’re so glad you’re here!
Emily is a 2020 graduate of Elida High School and earned her B.S. in Sport Administration from the University of Cincinnati in April 2024. She brings experience working in ABA therapy and is passionate about supporting student success. Originally from Elida, Emily is excited to join the Wapak community and make a difference in the lives of WCS students.
Fun fact: Emily has experience working in Division I college football recruiting!
Welcome to Wapakoneta City Schools, Emily—we're lucky to have you!
