That is something worth celebrating.
Whether students are involved in athletics, fine arts, student organizations, leadership opportunities, career and technical student organizations, or other school activities, participation helps them build friendships, develop confidence, strengthen teamwork, practice leadership, and feel more connected to their school.
At Waverly-Shell Rock, we believe these experiences are an important part of educating the whole child. They give students opportunities to discover their strengths, pursue their interests, and create memories that last well beyond graduation.
We are proud of the Class of 2026 and grateful for the coaches, sponsors, directors, staff members, families, and community supporters who make these opportunities possible.
𝗪𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆-𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀:
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀.
#GoWSR #GoHawks #BelongingOpportunityAchievement
These credentials represent real, workforce-ready skills in areas such as agriculture, OSHA safety, manufacturing and machining, welding, precision measurement, multimeter skills, and process engineering.
We are proud of our students for taking advantage of these opportunities, and we are grateful for the W-SR staff members who help connect classroom learning to real-world skills and future possibilities.
It’s a GREAT day to be a 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 Go-Hawk!
#GoWSR #GoHawk #CTE #CareerReady
Some are continuing their education at four-year colleges, community colleges, or other postsecondary programs. Others are entering the workforce, beginning apprenticeships, or serving our country through the military. Some will stay close to home in Iowa, while others will take their next steps out of state.
No matter the path, each graduate represents a story of growth, effort, support, and possibility.
At Waverly-Shell Rock, our goal is to help students discover their strengths, pursue meaningful goals, and prepare for their future. The Class of 2026 is a wonderful example of what that can look like.
Congratulations to our graduates as they take their next steps!
𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒚 𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒔. 𝑩𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔.
𝗪𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆-𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀:
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀.
#GoWSR #GoHawks #ClassOf2026 #BelongingOpportunityAchievement
In addition to their regular board meetings, board members participate in training opportunities, workshops, conferences, and early-morning work sessions focused on board development. These experiences help board members deepen their understanding, stay informed, and continue making thoughtful decisions in support of our students, staff, families, and community.
This commitment to continuous learning has also been recognized by the Iowa Association of School Boards through the 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱, which honors boards that demonstrate a strong commitment to professional growth and effective governance.
We appreciate our board members for investing their time, energy, and leadership in service to Waverly-Shell Rock Community Schools.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰.
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬.
#GoWSR #GoHawks #SchoolBoardLeadership #BelongingOpportunityAchievement
Yesterday, Waverly-Shell Rock school board members Shawn Ellerbroek, Charlene Wyatt-Sauer, and Dennis Epley, along with Superintendent David Hill, traveled to Ankeny to participate in the Iowa Association of School Boards’ Summit on Student Success.
This was not a typical conference. WSR's team spent the day learning alongside school board members and education leaders from across Iowa as they worked through real-world district scenarios, examined data, discussed governance strategies, and reflected on how strong board leadership can support better outcomes for students.
The timing of this summit was especially important. School districts across Iowa are facing difficult financial realities, including reduced funding due to declining enrollment, rising costs, new unfunded mandates, and the need to make thoughtful decisions about how to best use limited resources. IASB designed this learning opportunity to help school leaders stay focused on what matters most: making student-centered decisions that align with a clear vision for the future.
For Waverly-Shell Rock, this work connects directly to our mission: “Waverly-Shell Rock Community Schools: Where everyone belongs, grows, and succeeds.” By continuing to learn together, our board and district leaders are better prepared to make decisions that support WSR's strategic plan and reflect the district's values of Belonging, Opportunity, and Achievement and while keeping students, staff, families, and our community at the center of our work.
We are grateful for school board members who volunteer their time to learn, lead, and advocate for a strong future for Waverly-Shell Rock students.
It’s a GREAT day to be a Go-Hawk! 🦅💛🖤
#GoHawks #WSRCSD #IASB #StudentSuccess #BelongGrowSucceed #StrongSchoolsStrongCommunity
The dashboard provides a snapshot of district progress in a variety of areas, including student achievement, FAST literacy indicators, enrollment, and demographic information. It is currently updated through the 2024-2025 school year and will be updated again this fall once the district receives 2025-2026 ISASP assessment results.
We invite families, staff, and community members to explore the dashboard to learn more about our schools and the progress we are making in support of our our core values of Belonging, Opportunity, and Achievement.
The Data Dashboard also serves as Waverly-Shell Rock’s state-required annual report to the community.
View the Data Dashboard here:
wsr.k12.ia.us/page/annual-report
Did you know? Since 2022, Waverly-Shell Rock Community Schools has been proactively testing our facilities for radon and publicly sharing the results—long before Iowa's public school testing requirement takes effect in 2027.
While Iowa law requires all public schools to conduct radon testing beginning in 2027, Waverly-Shell Rock became an early leader in adopting this important procedure. Private schools may voluntarily choose to test for radon and share the results publicly, but they are not required under the new law to participate. At WSR, we believe transparency matters when it comes to student and staff safety, which is why we have already been testing our facilities and sharing the results with our community.
You can view our radon testing plan and annual testing results on our website: https://www.wsr.k12.ia.us/page/our-schools (scroll to the bottom and then select RADON TESTING)
#GoHawks #StudentSafety #WSRSchools
The 2025-2026 school year was a 𝙋𝙃𝙀𝙉𝙊𝙈𝙀𝙉𝘼𝙇 year of growth and achievement across the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District.
Together, our students, staff, and families have truly lived out our mission to help every Go-Hawk 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴, 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱.
From early childhood classrooms to our graduating seniors, progress happens every single day. Because of our community's steadfast support, we continue to expand opportunities for exploration and build a bright future for every student.
Thank you for a wonderful year, Go-Hawks! Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer. We can't wait to welcome our students back on August 24, 2026, for the start of the 2026-2027 school year! ☀️💛🖤
#GoHawks #WSRCSD #BelongGrowSucceed #MovingForward #StrongSchoolsStrongCommunity #ItsAGreatDayToBeAGoHawk
🤝 Partnering for Our Students: The WSR Community Schools Foundation🤝
The WSR Community Schools Foundation serves as a catalyst to expand and enhance educational experiences and opportunities for students, staff, and residents of the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District.
Governed by a volunteer board of directors, the Foundation operates as a separate 501(c)3 organization from the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District. The Foundation does not receive funds from state or federal sources; instead, they rely on the generosity of our community to fund vital programs, including:
🎓 Go-Hawk Scholarship Fund: Recognizing graduating seniors who have demonstrated good citizenship, community involvement, and academic achievement throughout their school careers.
💡 Smart Money Teacher Grants: Providing funding for educational projects that benefit K-12 learning in the district.
🌱 Nest Money Endowment Fund: A permanent pool of funds supporting teaching excellence and innovation in our district.
🏦 Endowment: A permanent pool of funds generating interest income every year to support all programs of the Foundation.
🔓 Unrestricted: Gifts that provide the greatest flexibility for the Foundation to meet the needs in our district.
All contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Stay updated on the amazing projects they fund for our Go-Hawks by giving them a follow! 👇
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/wsrfoundation
#GoHawks #WSRCSD #WSRFoundation #BelongingOpportunityAchievement #InvestInGoHawks #WSRMissionInAction
Board Work Session Postponed:
The board work session scheduled to take place on February 20 at 7:00 a.m. at North Ridge Elementary has been postponed due to road conditions. The work session will now take place on Monday, February 23 at 5:30 p.m. in the board room at the district administration building.
2026-2027 School Calendar Approved
At the February board meeting on 2/9/26, the Waverly-Shell Rock Board of Education approved the proposed calendar for the 2026-2027 School Year. The calendar can be viewed at this link: https://aptg.co/fy46sJ
Why Families Choose Waverly-Shell Rock
Visit the Enroll Now page to learn more about why families choose the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District!
School staff shape the school culture - Part 4 in a 4-part series
The fourth and final installment in our four-part series introducing our district's new Mission, Vision, and Core Values was Tuesday, September 16 edition of the Bremer County Independent.
View the fourth installment here, and be sure to scroll through our live feed to review ALL four parts of the series.
Partnerships with families for success - Part 3 in a 4-part series
Thanks to the Waverly Newspapers for publishing our four-part series introducing our district's new Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Here's the link to the third installment, published on September 11, 2025: https://www.communitynewspapergroup.com/waverly_newspapers/partnerships-with-families-for-success/article_c8dae9a9-3c68-496e-9f4e-cc1dce781770.html?utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwY2xjawMxaVVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHgHRhCQ9aaVvSQCUESpu-01nrib3xWu34DemnKIodUXmZ27yDvr5Spiv4YtR_aem_iMIdD9f7aV9hrGjzg1fDEw
The final installment will be published in the Tuesday, September 16 edition of the Bremer County Independent.
Students talked; we listened.
Thanks to the Waverly Newspapers for publishing this four-part series introducing our district's new Mission, Vision, and Core Values, and describing the collaborative process used in the district to arrive at these new guiding statements. Here's the link to the second installment, published in the Bremer County Independent on September 9, 2025: https://www.communitynewspapergroup.com/students-talked-we-listened/article_35c27e79-9952-4255-8894-3d31e463e4b5.html
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year: A new chapter for W-SR Schools!
Thanks to the Waverly Newspapers for publishing this four-part series introducing our district's new Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Desired Daily Experiences! Here's the link to the first installment, published on September 4, 2025: https://www.communitynewspapergroup.com/welcome-to-the-2025-2026-school-year-a-new-chapter-for-w-sr-schools/article_1d4a52a2-1d10-4cb5-b4fc-cba98c2c6bae.html
