Director's Corner

Mr. Sam Callis

Sam Callis - Director

My name is Sam Callis and I am entering my 26th year in education.  I spent 20 years as a classroom teacher, the last 2 of which were here at Waynesville High School.  Since then I have been in administration.  I served as Assistant Principal at Cuba High School for 2 years before moving over to be Principal.  I left Cuba to become Principal at Richland High School. 

My wife, Megan. has been a teacher in Waynesville since 2016 and my son, Weston, attends East Elementary.  I am excited to begin my 2nd year as Director of the Waynesville Career Center.  Career and Tech Education gives so many students an opportunity outside of the Traditional Classroom.  The instructors here at WCC, take tremendous pride in their work.  Each instructor prepares their students with an opportunity to begin a career, enter college or begin military service with a fundamental, hands-on educational experience.  I encourage you to ask any former or current WCC student about their experience at the Career Center.  Our students do a great job of telling our story.  

Please feel free to visit our school anytime and email me at scallis@waynesville.k12.mo.us. 

Phone: 573-842-2500 (ext. 2510)

Email: scallis@waynesville.k12.mo.us

Jake Kloeppel

Dr. Jake Kloeppel - Assistant Director

Dr. Jake Kloeppel

Welcome! I'm Jake Kloeppel, I have been in education since 2009 and at  Waynesville since 2016.

I attended Drury University to receive my Bachelor's degree in K-12 Education. I have since attained my Master's Degree in Secondary Level Administration and in Elementary Administrative Education, and a Doctorate of Administrative Education.

I have practiced at every level in the education field to include; maintenance, bus driver, paraprofessional, teacher of secondary to college, coach, and director before becoming an administrator. I am excited to work with the community and students of this wonderful district within this role. Please let me know how I can assist you at any moment as my email and number are linked to the school website and my door is always open for conversation.

I have two sons, a daughter, and an absolutely beautiful wife in which we reside in Pulaski County just against the Gasconade River. My wife is also a teacher as our family is passionate about bettering the world through the education process. We enjoy being outside soaking up the beauty our home of Missouri has to offer. Our hobbies include watching sports, being on the river, hiking, and spending time with each other.

I am excited and eager to work at Waynesville Career Center and serve those I can.

Phone: 573.842.2500

Email: jkloeppel@waynesville.k12.mo.us

Beverly Zadravecz

Administrative Assistants

WCC Director's Secretary

Mrs. Beverly Zadravecz

I have been working at Waynesville Career Center since 1998. I am the Director's Office administrative assistant and also the Veteran's Education Certifying Official. Call, email or stop by and I will be happy to assist you.

I am available 7:00 - 3:30  Mon. - Fri. 

Phone: 573-842-2500 (ext. 2511)

Email: E-mail Mrs. Beverly Zadravecz

Anna Hartley

WCC Adult Education Secretary

Mrs. Anna Hartley

I am the Adult & Community Education Secretary here at WCC.  I process the applications for our adult programs and community courses.  If I can be of assistance or answer any questions you may have, please feel free to contact me. I am available 7:00 - 3:30  Mon. - Fri. 

Phone: 573-842-2500 (ext. 2512)

Email: E-mail Mrs. Anna Hartley

Tara Johnson

Director's Finance Secretary / Financial Aid

Mrs. Tara Johnson

I have been working in the Waynesville R-VI School District at Waynesville Career Center since 2003. I am the Director's Finance Secretary for WCC. I enjoy working with students to further their education in post-secondary education.

I am able to assist Post Secondary students with completing their FAFSA and discussing financial aid options for programs they are interested in/enrolled in at Waynesville Career Center.

If you have questions about financial aid, please feel free to contact me Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM.

Information on Financial Aid is located on the Adult Education/Financial Aid tab.

Phone: 573-842-2500 (ext. 2513)

Email: E-mail Mrs. Tara Johnson