Our Assistant Superintendent, Seth Slater, read to Miranda Barnett's Fourth Grade class at Northern Heights!
Mr. Slater had a conversation about math and science (size, scale, and distance) while reading the book "Your Place in the Universe" along with reflections on time and momentary concerns in the larger scheme of all that surrounds us.
Thank you, Mr. Slater!
#Read #Schools #WCCSEagles
Mr. Slater had a conversation about math and science (size, scale, and distance) while reading the book "Your Place in the Universe" along with reflections on time and momentary concerns in the larger scheme of all that surrounds us.
Thank you, Mr. Slater!
#Read #Schools #WCCSEagles
You're invited! Join Whitley County Consolidated Administration and School Board members for conversations and coffee during our Espresso Exchange at BrewHa!
An open-house format designed to foster connection and communication with families and the community if you have questions, ideas or just want to say 'hello', we welcome you to stop by, grab a cup of coffee and chat with us.
Everyone is welcome. No RSVP needed.
These will be routine opportunities if you can't join us this time!
Sept. 26, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 a.m.
An open-house format designed to foster connection and communication with families and the community if you have questions, ideas or just want to say 'hello', we welcome you to stop by, grab a cup of coffee and chat with us.
Everyone is welcome. No RSVP needed.
These will be routine opportunities if you can't join us this time!
Sept. 26, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 a.m.
Our new teachers routinely meet with mentor teachers and building administration to continue their professional development and WCCS procedures.
Today, CCHS Principal led a conversation about student connection.
Today, CCHS Principal led a conversation about student connection.
Lady Eagle Basketball Announces Youth Leage
On behalf of the Columbia City High School Girls Basketball Program, we would like to invite girls grades K-6 to our Fall Youth Basketball League. This league is focused on fundamentals and teaching
Lady Eagle offenses and defensive concepts.
For players in grades K–2, ALL youth league sessions will be 75 minutes in length and consist of fundamental skills, drill work, competitions, and game situations.
For players in grades 3–6, the FIRST youth league sessions will be 75 minutes in length and consist of fundamental skills and drill work. Basic offenses and defense will be implemented. The next three sessions will be a combination of practice and one game. The remaining dates of league play for grades 3–6, will consist of two games per day for each team. The exception to the above game formats will be on Saturday, October 11; a single elimination tournament will be held on this date.
Youth league teams for grades 3 - 6 will be finalized on Saturday, Sept 27. Youth League game schedules (grades 3–6 only), will be posted on the Girls Basketball page of the CCHS athletics site.
More information and sign up on wccsonline.com.
On behalf of the Columbia City High School Girls Basketball Program, we would like to invite girls grades K-6 to our Fall Youth Basketball League. This league is focused on fundamentals and teaching
Lady Eagle offenses and defensive concepts.
For players in grades K–2, ALL youth league sessions will be 75 minutes in length and consist of fundamental skills, drill work, competitions, and game situations.
For players in grades 3–6, the FIRST youth league sessions will be 75 minutes in length and consist of fundamental skills and drill work. Basic offenses and defense will be implemented. The next three sessions will be a combination of practice and one game. The remaining dates of league play for grades 3–6, will consist of two games per day for each team. The exception to the above game formats will be on Saturday, October 11; a single elimination tournament will be held on this date.
Youth league teams for grades 3 - 6 will be finalized on Saturday, Sept 27. Youth League game schedules (grades 3–6 only), will be posted on the Girls Basketball page of the CCHS athletics site.
More information and sign up on wccsonline.com.
At WCCS, we care deeply about the well-being and safety of every student. We remain steadfast in our commitment to continually enhance our programs to ensure that WCCS students receive the support they deserve for their mental health.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and we want to remind all students that we are better together. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, help is available. Reach out to the Crisis Line by dialing 988 and use STOPit, an online anonymous reporting system to make reports and alert school administration to issues or concerns.
Here you're valued, supported and cared for. We believe and know you can achieve anything! We believe in YOU. We have resources available on our Student Safety page at wccsonline.com/page/student-safety. Follow our SROs, too!
wccsonline.com/page/stopit
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and we want to remind all students that we are better together. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, help is available. Reach out to the Crisis Line by dialing 988 and use STOPit, an online anonymous reporting system to make reports and alert school administration to issues or concerns.
Here you're valued, supported and cared for. We believe and know you can achieve anything! We believe in YOU. We have resources available on our Student Safety page at wccsonline.com/page/student-safety. Follow our SROs, too!
wccsonline.com/page/stopit
There’s a special kind of magic in the air today, the kind that fills the hallways with laughter and classrooms with the buzz of new beginnings.
Whether you're a kindergartner walking through our doors for the very first time or a senior stepping into your final year, today marks the start of a journey filled with growth, discovery, and possibility. Our teachers, staff and administrators have been working hard to make sure this year is full of meaningful moments and lasting memories.
Here’s to a year of learning! Welcome back, Eagles!
#WCCSFirstDay #BackToSchool #WCCSProud
Back-to-School Bus Safety: Let’s Keep Everyone Safe
As we kick off a new school year tomorrow morning, WCCS reminds everyone that safety is our top priority.
Students Riding the Bus
* Be at your stop at least 5 minutes early
* Stand at least 10 feet away from the road until the bus comes to a complete stop
* Wait for your driver’s signal before crossing the road
* Stay seated, keep aisles clear, use indoor voices and use the seatbelts, if they are on your bus
Student Drivers:
* Leave extra time in the mornings, bus stops may slow traffic
* Watch for buses making frequent stops and students crossing unexpectedly
* Never pass a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. It’s the law
Our Community
* Slow down in school zones and neighborhoods
* Always stop for a school bus loading or unloading students from either direction, unless on a divided highway
* Stay alert, children may cross the street from any direction
* Be patient. Some drivers are driving to school for the first time or parents could be learning a new drop off routine if their child is starting at a new school
Together, we can make 2025–2026 a safe and successful year for every WCCS student!
#SchoolBusSafety #EaglePride
As we kick off a new school year tomorrow morning, WCCS reminds everyone that safety is our top priority.
Students Riding the Bus
* Be at your stop at least 5 minutes early
* Stand at least 10 feet away from the road until the bus comes to a complete stop
* Wait for your driver’s signal before crossing the road
* Stay seated, keep aisles clear, use indoor voices and use the seatbelts, if they are on your bus
Student Drivers:
* Leave extra time in the mornings, bus stops may slow traffic
* Watch for buses making frequent stops and students crossing unexpectedly
* Never pass a bus with its red lights flashing and stop arm extended. It’s the law
Our Community
* Slow down in school zones and neighborhoods
* Always stop for a school bus loading or unloading students from either direction, unless on a divided highway
* Stay alert, children may cross the street from any direction
* Be patient. Some drivers are driving to school for the first time or parents could be learning a new drop off routine if their child is starting at a new school
Together, we can make 2025–2026 a safe and successful year for every WCCS student!
#SchoolBusSafety #EaglePride
Help us welcome Rebekah Longenbaugh to the WCCS team!
Bekah is a resident teacher with Mrs. Eberly at Little Turtle Elementary! She is a graduate of CCHS and is pursuing her degree from Grace College!
#WCCSEagles
Bekah is a resident teacher with Mrs. Eberly at Little Turtle Elementary! She is a graduate of CCHS and is pursuing her degree from Grace College!
#WCCSEagles
Help us welcome Megan Heuer to the WCCS team!
Megan is a resident teacher with Mrs. Grable at Coesse Elementary! Megan is a graduate of CCHS and is pursuing her degree from Purdue Fort Wayne!
#WCCSEagles
Megan is a resident teacher with Mrs. Grable at Coesse Elementary! Megan is a graduate of CCHS and is pursuing her degree from Purdue Fort Wayne!
#WCCSEagles
Help us [again] welcome Kurstyn Markins to the WCCS team!
Kurstyn isn't new to CCHS, she just joins us now as a graduate from Purdue Fort Wayne and married! Mrs. Markins is helping exceptional education students in the EAGLE program at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Kurstyn isn't new to CCHS, she just joins us now as a graduate from Purdue Fort Wayne and married! Mrs. Markins is helping exceptional education students in the EAGLE program at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Help us welcome Dayla Jagger to the WCCS team!
Dayla is teaching math at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Dayla is teaching math at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Help us welcome Angelica Moyer to the WCCS team!
Angelica is teaching Business at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Angelica is teaching Business at Columbia City High School!
#WCCSEagles
Help us welcome our new Student Resource Officers to WCCS!
Follow their pages on Facebook, too!
Follow their pages on Facebook, too!
Whitley County Consolidated kicked-off the school year in style today!
We celebrated our Teacher of the Year, Chris Bechtold, and Staff of the Year, Angie Miller! We welcomed our new staff to the WCCS family and were inspired by words from our Board of School Trustee President, Dave Smith, and our Superintendent, Dr. Laura McDermott.
Thank you, City Chevrolet City Ford for your unwavering support for our Teacher/Staff of the year. We will make a formal presentation with our whole community during the home football game on August 29.
Following our opening day presentation, teachers separated into their grade levels to collaborate.
Tonight we celebrate with our Open Houses.
The energy is high and the smiles are big as we prepare to see our students on Friday!
We celebrated our Teacher of the Year, Chris Bechtold, and Staff of the Year, Angie Miller! We welcomed our new staff to the WCCS family and were inspired by words from our Board of School Trustee President, Dave Smith, and our Superintendent, Dr. Laura McDermott.
Thank you, City Chevrolet City Ford for your unwavering support for our Teacher/Staff of the year. We will make a formal presentation with our whole community during the home football game on August 29.
Following our opening day presentation, teachers separated into their grade levels to collaborate.
Tonight we celebrate with our Open Houses.
The energy is high and the smiles are big as we prepare to see our students on Friday!
It's almost time! As we gear up to head back to school next week, please note our Open Houses and Back to School events!
First Student Day is August 15!
#WCCS #BacktoSchool2025
First Student Day is August 15!
#WCCS #BacktoSchool2025
Our new teachers, including our resident student teachers, participated in New Teacher Orientation today!
As we welcome them to WCCS, we are grateful for the work they're about to do and the dedication to our students and our community.
Orientation was led by our assistant superintendent, Seth Slater, and they heard from various administrators throughout the district to onboard their experience. They even met Officer Clark and Jake, our new SRO to WCCS!
We're on the countdown! The first student day is next Friday!
#GoEagles #WelcomeNewTeachers
As we welcome them to WCCS, we are grateful for the work they're about to do and the dedication to our students and our community.
Orientation was led by our assistant superintendent, Seth Slater, and they heard from various administrators throughout the district to onboard their experience. They even met Officer Clark and Jake, our new SRO to WCCS!
We're on the countdown! The first student day is next Friday!
#GoEagles #WelcomeNewTeachers
Happening Today! Whitley County's BABE is hosting a Back to School Night!
Free School Supplies, Immunization Clinic, refreshments and giveaways!
Thank you, BABE and community partners.
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Happening Today! 4 to 6 p.m. at Indian Springs!
Free “back-to-school” haircuts are available for all WCCS Students. Please use the following guidelines to participate:
* Hair needs to be clean and dry prior to arrival.
* No product, color, or styling will be provided.
* Only WCCS K-12 Students are eligible.
* This is a free service and donation of their time, so be kind and respectful to the stylists
The haircuts will take place inside the Indian Springs Auxiliary Gym. You may enter door #3.
A special thanks to Brook & Co. Salon for volunteering their time and service.
Brook and Co. Salon has the right to refuse service to anyone who is in violation of Indiana State Board Cosmetology/Barber regulations.
Free “back-to-school” haircuts are available for all WCCS Students. Please use the following guidelines to participate:
* Hair needs to be clean and dry prior to arrival.
* No product, color, or styling will be provided.
* Only WCCS K-12 Students are eligible.
* This is a free service and donation of their time, so be kind and respectful to the stylists
The haircuts will take place inside the Indian Springs Auxiliary Gym. You may enter door #3.
A special thanks to Brook & Co. Salon for volunteering their time and service.
Brook and Co. Salon has the right to refuse service to anyone who is in violation of Indiana State Board Cosmetology/Barber regulations.
Whitley County Consolidated Schools is looking for passionate, student-centered professionals to join our Special Education teams throughout our schools
If you're committed to making a meaningful impact and supporting all learners in reaching their full potential, we want to hear from you. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where students matter and every staff member makes a difference.
With competitive benefits, strong team support, opportunities for growth, meaningful work, child care options and more, WCCS is a district of value!
Apply: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/Whitley-County-Consolidated
#WCCS #SpecialEducation #NowHiring #EducationCareers
If you're committed to making a meaningful impact and supporting all learners in reaching their full potential, we want to hear from you. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where students matter and every staff member makes a difference.
With competitive benefits, strong team support, opportunities for growth, meaningful work, child care options and more, WCCS is a district of value!
Apply: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/Whitley-County-Consolidated
#WCCS #SpecialEducation #NowHiring #EducationCareers
REMINDER: Back to School Shot Clinic on August 13 from 5 to 7 p.m.
The Whitley County Health Department Immunization Clinic will host the clinic at Columbia City High School.
Parents/guardians can call the Immunization Clinic to receive shots before the clinic or to check their child(ren) records.
An RSVP is not needed but preferred if you plan to attend the Back to School Shot Clinic.
