We’re thrilled to welcome Dana Anderson to the WCS team!
Dana brings over 30 years of experience as a paraeducator, supporting students from preschool through 4th grade in a variety of educational settings. She has worked in self-contained schools such as Woodlane in Bowling Green, Good Samaritan in Defiance, Marimor in Lima, and most recently in the autism unit at Lima City Schools.
Originally from Liberty Center, Ohio, Dana is a proud graduate of Liberty Center High School. She now lives in Harrod with her husband. Together, they enjoy camping and cheering on sprint car races. Dana is also a proud mom of two grown sons and a grandmother to four grandchildren ranging in age from 5 to 10.
Dana is excited to meet her new students and colleagues at Wapakoneta Schools and begin this next chapter in her career.
Welcome to Wapak, Dana! We’re so glad you’re here!
Please help us welcome Brittney Myers to the WCS team!
Brittney brings a unique blend of compassion, resilience, and hands-on experience to her new role. She recently served as a paraprofessional at Cridersville Elementary through the Auglaize County ESC, where she supported students with diverse learning needs. Prior to that, she worked at Lima Memorial Hospital, ensuring safe and clean environments for patients and staff.
Originally from Illinois, Brittney graduated from Dundee-Crown High School in 2005 and moved to Ohio in 2020. She brings a deep well of empathy and resilience to her role, shaped by her experience as a full-time caregiver for her two children, both diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis—one of whom has undergone a liver transplant.
In her free time, Brittney enjoys coloring and sewing, and cherishes time with her two kids, her husband of nearly 15 years, and their two dogs.
We’re so glad to have her heart, dedication, and experience here at WCS. Welcome, Brittney!
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!
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HOME GAME TONIGHT VS KENTON @ 5:30 PM!
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!
8th grade girls softball game from April 14th.
8th grade girls softball from April 11th.
8th grade boys baseball game from April 29th.
8th grade boys baseball game from April 10th.
VARSITY SOFTBALL TONIGHT VS SIDNEY at 5:00 PM.
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We’re excited to welcome Melanie Davidson to Wapakoneta High School!
Melanie brings nearly two decades of experience from the Auglaize County ESC, where she served as a one-on-one paraeducator supporting students with special needs. She’ll continue that meaningful work here at Wapakoneta High School, transitioning alongside the student she currently supports.
A proud graduate of Waynesfield-Goshen High School, Melanie still resides in her hometown of Waynesfield. When she’s not working, she enjoys fishing with her husband and daughters, spending time with her daughter Ashley and her grandson, and cheering on her daughter Andrea at Special Olympics bowling events. We’re thrilled to have Melanie on the WCS team and can’t wait to see the difference she’ll continue to make! 🎳🎣📘
Please help us welcome Michelle Porter to the WCS family!
Michelle brings over 30 years of experience working with children in a variety of roles, including the past two years with the Auglaize County ESC. A 1993 graduate of Shawnee High School, Michelle has deep ties to Cridersville Elementary—where all of her own children attended—making this new role especially meaningful for her and her family. Known for her flexibility and easygoing nature, Michelle is excited to officially join the team at CES and continue making a positive impact in a place that holds a special place in her heart.
Welcome aboard, Michelle! We’re so glad to have you!
We’re excited to welcome Summer McCloskey as a new Intervention Specialist at Wapakoneta Elementary School!
Originally from Harrod, OH, Summer is a 2019 graduate of Allen East High School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Bluffton University in 2023. She brings two years of experience from Allen East Local Schools—first as a classroom aide, then in her first year as an Intervention Specialist. Outside of school, Summer enjoys spending time with her 3-year-old Huskimo, Luna! 🐾 She’s most excited to grow both professionally and personally within Wapakoneta City Schools, connect with a new team of educators, and contribute to student success.
Welcome to WES, Summer! We’re so glad you’re here! 🍎📚✨
We’re excited to welcome Mrs. Ann Vogel to the WCS team!
A proud Wapakoneta High School graduate, Ann has spent the last 17 years serving students through the Auglaize County ESC. This fall, she officially joins Wapakoneta City Schools to continue her important work with the special education program at Wapakoneta High School.
Ann lives in the country outside of St. Marys with her husband Jeff and is the proud mom of four boys. These days, she especially loves being “Grandma” to her granddaughter, Lennon, grandson, Von—and is eagerly awaiting a new grandbaby arriving in October!
We’re thrilled to have her officially on board and know she’ll continue to make a difference in the lives of our students.
We’re excited to introduce Mrs. Kimberly Newfer as one of the newest members of our teaching team! With a career in education that began in 1996 as an educational aide and a teaching license earned in 2011, Mrs. Newfer brings years of experience, passion, and dedication to the classroom. She is a proud graduate of Allen East and Apollo and earned her Master of Education degree from Wright State University. Originally from Lafayette, she now lives in Shawnee with her family.
Outside of school, Mrs. Newfer is a proud wife, mom, and “Mimi” to her granddaughter. She enjoys spending time with her family (and their Goldendoodle, Scottie!), exploring Ohio towns, reading, traveling—especially to the coast—and creating engaging classroom materials.
Mrs. Newfer is most excited to join a district that values community and inclusivity and looks forward to supporting student success both academically and personally.
Help us give her a warm Wapak welcome! 🍎📚✏️
Please help us welcome Victoria Sharp to the Wapak team!
Victoria has spent the last four years working in schools across Auglaize County, with much of that time right here in Wapakoneta City Schools. A 2015 graduate of Apollo and Wapakoneta High School, she’s excited to return to the very school district that helped shape her. In her free time, Victoria enjoys crocheting, reading, and spending quality time with her family—including her two children who keep her busy and smiling!
She’s thrilled to officially join the WCS family and give back to the community that raised her. Welcome home, Victoria! ❤️📘✨
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