They donated:
• 112 bundles of assorted (discontinued/obsolete) shingles
• 42 sheets of OSB board
• 150+ lbs. of 3" construction screws
With an estimated value of $3,000–$4,000, this contribution will directly support hands-on learning experiences in our construction programs. We are grateful for community partners who invest in the future workforce!
We’re excited to see continued progress at the new CTE building. This week, crews are pouring interior concrete to ensure the proper infrastructure is in place to support our future programming and hands-on learning spaces. The vision is becoming reality!
Getting started is easy, complete your child's enrollment online at: https://skyward.iscorp.com/WhitleyCountyCSDINStuSTS/NewStudentEnrollment/NewGuardianLoginRequest
Then, call your school to schedule your visit. Not sure which school is yours?
Give our Central Office a call at 260-244-5771 and we will help you find your fit.
We look forward to meeting your family and celebrating this exciting first step together.
The deadline to submit an interest form is Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00pm.
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Mrs. Mary Ann Schaefer, WCCS School Board of Trustees Vice President and Mr. Tom Rentschler, WCCS School Board of Trustees Secretary, joined school governance leaders from across Indiana at the Indiana School Boards Association’s eighth annual State House Day on February 17, 2026, at the Indianapolis Hyatt Regency.
Through deep-dive briefings and direct dialogue with lawmakers, school board members engaged in a unified, statewide advocacy effort to shape thoughtful, student-centered education policy.
The morning opened with a high-level legislative update from the ISBA lobbying team, highlighting bills with significant implications for public education and outlining ISBA’s ongoing advocacy efforts to date. Then, members of the House and Senate education committees participated in a candid panel discussion, providing insights into the policymaking process and the issues driving this year’s session.
During lunch, attendees sat alongside legislators from their region, allowing school board members to share their local priorities and perspectives on how proposed legislation would impact their student populations. The event culminated with a visit to the State House for follow-up conversations with lawmakers.
“This event provides us with the opportunity to meet and talk candidly with our local legislators, such as State Reps. David Abbott and Chris Judy, and State Senator Justin Busch, and to highlight and share about the impact of state-level decisions on Whitley County Consolidated Schools,” said Mary Ann Schaefer, adding that "The dialogue was insightful."
State House Day is a key part of ISBA’s award-winning Legislative Action Network, a statewide program that leverages the unified voices of Indiana school boards to inform, influence, and shape sound education policy.
“School board engagement in organized grassroots advocacy is crucial,” said ISBA Executive Director Terry Spradlin. “School board members bring attention to issues that might not be on legislators’ radar, and their informed perspectives directly influence lawmakers’ decisions.”
The education committee panel consisted of House Education Committee Chair Bob Behning, Senate Education and Career Development Committee Chair Jeff Raatz, House Education Committee Ranking Minority Member Vernon Smith, and Senate Education and Career Development Committee Member Fady Qaddoura.
State qualifiers Erin Devito, Clarice Joseph, Holly Oelschlager, and Lillian Joseph earned their spots after a historic Sectional that included two new school records and the first girls relay team to advance to State in years, all under the leadership of Sectional Coach of the Year, Coach Megan.
Prelims tonight at 6 PM ET. Finals tomorrow at 1 PM ET.
Watch live: IHSAAtv.org
Go Eagles.
At Columbia City High School, CTE means:
🔹 Real-world experiences
🔹 Industry certifications
🔹 Dual credit opportunities
🔹 Work-based learning
🔹 Direct connections to local employers
CTE isn’t a “track.”
It’s a launchpad. 🚀
We’re proud to prepare students for college, careers, and community impact right here in Whitley County.
#CTEMonth #CTEWorks #WhitleyCounty #FutureReady
**Update** For Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, WCCS will be on an E-Learning Day due to continued dangerous road conditions throughout the district and county. Families, please check your email for more information.
