Please park in the main parking area, as indicated in green on the attached map, and enter through the cafeteria doors when you arrive for Returning Student Registration tomorrow or Friday at the high school. We’ve attached a map to help you locate the correct parking area and entrance. Please do not enter through the front entrance or the back of the building due to construction.
As a reminder, all returning Warsaw R-IX families with students in grades K–12 can complete registration at Warsaw High School on August 13 or 14, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
As a reminder, all returning Warsaw R-IX families with students in grades K–12 can complete registration at Warsaw High School on August 13 or 14, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
📚Meet Mr. Rooks — our new Government teacher at WHS!📚
We’re excited to welcome Mr. Rooks to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He is currently entering his final semester at Southwest Baptist University and will graduate in December with a bachelor’s degree in Social Science Education.
During his time at SBU, Mr. Rooks has gained valuable teaching field experience at Fair Grove, Bolivar, and Buffalo High Schools, preparing him to bring his passion for social studies into the classroom.
Outside of school, Mr. Rooks enjoys disc golfing and reading. He comes from a family with two brothers, two sisters, and his parents.
Mr. Rooks is excited to join Warsaw because of the opportunity to help students develop a love for social studies and make a positive impact in their learning.
Welcome to Warsaw, Mr. Rooks! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family! 📚🐾
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
We’re excited to welcome Mr. Rooks to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He is currently entering his final semester at Southwest Baptist University and will graduate in December with a bachelor’s degree in Social Science Education.
During his time at SBU, Mr. Rooks has gained valuable teaching field experience at Fair Grove, Bolivar, and Buffalo High Schools, preparing him to bring his passion for social studies into the classroom.
Outside of school, Mr. Rooks enjoys disc golfing and reading. He comes from a family with two brothers, two sisters, and his parents.
Mr. Rooks is excited to join Warsaw because of the opportunity to help students develop a love for social studies and make a positive impact in their learning.
Welcome to Warsaw, Mr. Rooks! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family! 📚🐾
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
🏈Meet Coach Brandon — our new PE teacher and coach at WHS & JBMS! 🤼
We’re excited to welcome Coach Brandon to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He graduated from Southwest Baptist University, where he played collegiate football while earning his degree in Physical Education. After graduation, he had the opportunity to continue coaching football at SBU before beginning his teaching career.
Outside of school, Coach Brandon enjoys all things sports, working out, spending time outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Coach Brandon is looking forward to building relationships with students, encouraging them to stay active and healthy, and becoming a positive part of the Warsaw school community.
Welcome to Warsaw, Coach Brandon! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family!
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
We’re excited to welcome Coach Brandon to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He graduated from Southwest Baptist University, where he played collegiate football while earning his degree in Physical Education. After graduation, he had the opportunity to continue coaching football at SBU before beginning his teaching career.
Outside of school, Coach Brandon enjoys all things sports, working out, spending time outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Coach Brandon is looking forward to building relationships with students, encouraging them to stay active and healthy, and becoming a positive part of the Warsaw school community.
Welcome to Warsaw, Coach Brandon! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family!
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
🎶 Meet Mr. Milzarek — our new Director of Bands at Warsaw High School & JBMS! 🎶
We’re excited to welcome Mr. Milzarek to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He brings a strong background in music education and performance, with a Bachelor’s of Music Education with an emphasis in percussion from Pittsburg State University and a Master’s of Music Performance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City.
His teaching experience includes the Mt. Vernon R-V School District and serving as an Adjunct Professor of Percussion at Missouri Southern State University.
Outside of the classroom, Mr. Milzarek enjoys baseball (especially the Chicago Cubs!), cooking, video games, and all things music. He and his wife, Lindsey (who is also joining us this year!), are also expecting a little one in September! Their family includes two cats, Leo and Reggie, and two dogs, Hazel and Mabel. 🐾
Mr. Milzarek is excited to build on the foundation that’s already here and work alongside students, families, and our community to grow a band program that everyone can be proud of.
He shares, “I believe music has the power to shape confident, compassionate, and resilient young people. My goal is to create a program where students feel challenged, supported, and proud of what they accomplish together.”
Welcome to Warsaw, Mr. Milzarek! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family! 🎵💚
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
We’re excited to welcome Mr. Milzarek to the Warsaw R-IX faculty! He brings a strong background in music education and performance, with a Bachelor’s of Music Education with an emphasis in percussion from Pittsburg State University and a Master’s of Music Performance from the University of Missouri–Kansas City.
His teaching experience includes the Mt. Vernon R-V School District and serving as an Adjunct Professor of Percussion at Missouri Southern State University.
Outside of the classroom, Mr. Milzarek enjoys baseball (especially the Chicago Cubs!), cooking, video games, and all things music. He and his wife, Lindsey (who is also joining us this year!), are also expecting a little one in September! Their family includes two cats, Leo and Reggie, and two dogs, Hazel and Mabel. 🐾
Mr. Milzarek is excited to build on the foundation that’s already here and work alongside students, families, and our community to grow a band program that everyone can be proud of.
He shares, “I believe music has the power to shape confident, compassionate, and resilient young people. My goal is to create a program where students feel challenged, supported, and proud of what they accomplish together.”
Welcome to Warsaw, Mr. Milzarek! We’re excited to have you as part of the Wildcat Family! 🎵💚
#WildcatPride #Welcome #NewHireSpotlight
Reminder: Returning Student Registration is THIS Thursday & Friday! All returning Warsaw R-IX families with students in grades K-12 can complete registration at Warsaw High School on August 13 or 14, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Additional back-to-school information can be found at https://www.warsawk12.org/article/3032061.
Additional back-to-school information can be found at https://www.warsawk12.org/article/3032061.
🐾💚 Warsaw Parents as Teachers is helping our youngest learners grow, learn, and get ready for kindergarten—right from the start! This FREE program is available to Warsaw R-IX families with children prenatal through age 5 and offers research-based curriculum, developmental screenings, milestone tracking, group connections, home visits and more.
One Warsaw parent shared:
“Parents as Teachers has been such a blessing to our family… You’ve helped him learn, grow, gain confidence, and hit so many important milestones along the way.”
📲 Learn more or enroll today by scanning the QR code or calling 660-438-0005.
#WildcatPride #ContinuedTradition #ParentsAsTeachers
One Warsaw parent shared:
“Parents as Teachers has been such a blessing to our family… You’ve helped him learn, grow, gain confidence, and hit so many important milestones along the way.”
📲 Learn more or enroll today by scanning the QR code or calling 660-438-0005.
#WildcatPride #ContinuedTradition #ParentsAsTeachers
Due to continued summer construction, our July board meeting will be located in the High School Cafeteria today, July 29th.
🐾Every day matters. Every student matters.🐾 By planning appointments and family travel during school breaks whenever possible, you're helping us fulfill our mission to Engage, Empower, and Collaborate to Ensure Every Student Has Success Every Day.
🗓️The full 2026-2027 school calendar can be viewed & downloaded on our website at https://aptg.co/pNdND6.
#WildcatPride #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters #PlanAhead
🗓️The full 2026-2027 school calendar can be viewed & downloaded on our website at https://aptg.co/pNdND6.
#WildcatPride #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters #PlanAhead
📢 We're Hiring Substitute Teachers for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Whether you're a retired teacher, college student, working parent, or simply looking for flexible work, substitute teaching lets you make a difference.
❇️DESE Certified Teachers now earn $135 per day as a substitute!
❇️All other DESE approved Substitutes earn $125 per day!
❇️Learn More & Apply Today: https://warsaw.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4904528
Questions? Contact our Sub Coordinator, Jodi Karr, at 660.438.7120.
#WildcatPride #NowHiring
Whether you're a retired teacher, college student, working parent, or simply looking for flexible work, substitute teaching lets you make a difference.
❇️DESE Certified Teachers now earn $135 per day as a substitute!
❇️All other DESE approved Substitutes earn $125 per day!
❇️Learn More & Apply Today: https://warsaw.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4904528
Questions? Contact our Sub Coordinator, Jodi Karr, at 660.438.7120.
#WildcatPride #NowHiring
Due to scheduling conflicts, our regular July board meeting has been moved to Wednesday, July 29th, at 6pm.
Due to summer construction, our June board meeting will be located in the High School Cafeteria tomorrow, June 24th.
🎓 Attention WHS Class of 2026! 🎓
Your diploma packets are available for pickup in the high school office starting tomorrow, Tuesday, 6/9.
📅 Pickup Dates: June 9–June 26 (Tuesday-Friday)
⏰ Hours: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Please note:
👉🏼 Diploma packets must be picked up by the graduating senior unless other arrangements have been made in advance.
👉🏼All outstanding fees and fines must be paid before a diploma packet can be released.
👉🏼Please contact the high school office with any questions.
Congratulations again on your accomplishment, and we look forward to seeing you soon! 👏🏼🐾
Congratulations to our WHS 2026 Choral Awards Recipients!
🎼Newcomer of the Year - Denver Steinhoff
🎶Step It Up Award - Abigail Burnham, Addison Hill & Trinity Sandstrom
🎵Dedication Award - Ayden Burdick & Jovi Robertson
🎼Outstanding Student Leaders - Ayden Burdick, Hayley Case, Addison Hill, Eliana Jensen, Sabella Ramirez, Trinity Sandstrom
🎶Outstanding Vocalist - Chloey Brazel
🎵Outstanding Musicianship - Ayden Burdick
🎼Music Scholar - Ayden Burdick & Jovi Robertson
#WildcatTradition #MusicalAwards #WildcatVocalists
🎼Newcomer of the Year - Denver Steinhoff
🎶Step It Up Award - Abigail Burnham, Addison Hill & Trinity Sandstrom
🎵Dedication Award - Ayden Burdick & Jovi Robertson
🎼Outstanding Student Leaders - Ayden Burdick, Hayley Case, Addison Hill, Eliana Jensen, Sabella Ramirez, Trinity Sandstrom
🎶Outstanding Vocalist - Chloey Brazel
🎵Outstanding Musicianship - Ayden Burdick
🎼Music Scholar - Ayden Burdick & Jovi Robertson
#WildcatTradition #MusicalAwards #WildcatVocalists
Please help us congratulate these incredible staff members on their retirement! We appreciate their years of dedication and service to our students, staff, and community! 💚🐾
🎉 Kathy Cooper
🎉 Jackie Downing
🎉 Teresa Flores
🎉 Kim Flippin
🎉 Angela Lomax
🎉 Craig Porterfield
🎉 Kyla Roberts
🎉 Theresa Sitzes
🎉 Brad Wilkoff
🎉 Rachelle Yoder
#WildcatTradition #Retirement #Dedication #Service
Please help us extend a big congratulations to the following WHS students who were awarded to SFCC's Trustees' List for Spring 2026! 👏🏼🎉
🌟Hailey Ferguson
🌟Brayden Henderson
🌟Bryce Macon
🌟Gracie Miller
🌟Jacob Shannon
This distinction is awarded to students who earn a semester GPA of 3.6–4.0 & complete 6 or more SFCC GPA credit hours during the semester.
Way to go, Wildcats! 👏🏼🐾
#WildcatTradition #AcademicExcellence #TrusteesList
🌟Hailey Ferguson
🌟Brayden Henderson
🌟Bryce Macon
🌟Gracie Miller
🌟Jacob Shannon
This distinction is awarded to students who earn a semester GPA of 3.6–4.0 & complete 6 or more SFCC GPA credit hours during the semester.
Way to go, Wildcats! 👏🏼🐾
#WildcatTradition #AcademicExcellence #TrusteesList
The WHS Vocal Department would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to our donors for the 2025-26 school year!
#WildcatTradition #Gratitude #Thankful
#WildcatTradition #Gratitude #Thankful
Good luck to our Track & Field State Qualifiers this weekend (5/22-5/23)! 👟
📍 Adkins Stadium - Jefferson City
🎟️Digital Tickets ONLY
📋Friday Events for our Wildcats:
12:30 PM High Jump Girls Class 3
2:50 PM 400m Dash Girls Class 3 (Prelim)
5:05 PM 3200m Run Boys Class 3 (Final)
ℹ️Tickets & other information, including a full schedule of events, can be found at
https://www.mshsaa.org/Content/TrackandField/InformationCentral.aspx
#OneTeamOneTown #WildcatTradition #SkoCats
👏🏼 Please help us congratulate the one and only Mrs. Teresa Flores on being selected as the Central Missouri School Counselors Association’s School Counselor of the Year! 🏆
Mrs. Flores has dedicated years of service & care to the students and families of our community, and her impact will be felt for generations to come. While we will miss her greatly, we are so excited for her as she begins a well-deserved retirement! 🎊
Thank you, Mrs. Flores, for everything you have done for Warsaw students and staff over the years. 💚🐾
The stage is set! The WHS Class of 2026 will be celebrated tonight (5/21) at 7:00 PM. 🎓✨
At this time, the plan is still to host the graduation ceremony outside on Randy Morrow Field. Should anything change, we will send out additional communication.
A few important notes & reminders:
🅿️ Overflow parking will be available across the street at the Warsaw Shrine Club. A trolley will be provided for transportation to WHS from the Shrine Club.
♿️ A shuttle will also be available for any accessibility needs. Please find a worker when you arrive in the parking lot.
🎟️ Tickets are required for entry, and your name must be on the attendance list. Tickets were distributed to seniors, and it is their responsibility to hand them out.
🎥 Streaming will be available through our Hudl app at https://tinyurl.com/whsgrad2026
Senior Families:
⏰ Seniors need to arrive for the ceremony by 5:30 PM and can be dropped off at the front of WHS.
🎊 Seniors attending Project Grad must be back to WHS no later than 10:00 PM to catch the bus.
Wildcat families: Please watch for a form being sent home with your student from the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army will be providing weekly summer food meals for families in need to pick up throughout the summer. Completed forms may be turned in to your school office or directly to the Salvation Army.
