Subject: Quick satisfaction survey due 10/24/25
Hi everyone,
Please take a moment or two to complete this two question satisfaction survey. Please use this link to submit your anonymous response by 5pm, Friday, 10/24/25
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Hi everyone,
Please take a moment or two to complete this two question satisfaction survey. Please use this link to submit your anonymous response by 5pm, Friday, 10/24/25
https://whitley.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2hkbu20Zllj53dI
Criminal Justice is a popular CTE program available to Columbia City HS students beginning in their sophomore year. Students are able to earn industry-recognized certifications and college credits within this program.
CCMA is one of 24 industry-supported pathways available to Columbia City HS students.
Parents, did you know?
Whitley County Consolidated Schools (WCCS) is committed to keeping families informed about valuable community opportunities for school-aged children! All flyers and announcements that have been shared with and approved by WCCS are posted in a designated area within each school building.
Additionally, WCCS maintains a dedicated webpage where these opportunities are regularly uploaded for easy access. All posted documents are also available in the WCCS app!
If your child occasionally forgets to bring flyers home—or if you'd just prefer to check them yourself—you can view everything directly online here:
Stay informed, stay involved! #WCCS
Whitley County Consolidated Schools (WCCS) is committed to keeping families informed about valuable community opportunities for school-aged children! All flyers and announcements that have been shared with and approved by WCCS are posted in a designated area within each school building.
Additionally, WCCS maintains a dedicated webpage where these opportunities are regularly uploaded for easy access. All posted documents are also available in the WCCS app!
If your child occasionally forgets to bring flyers home—or if you'd just prefer to check them yourself—you can view everything directly online here:
Stay informed, stay involved! #WCCS
BAC Intern Spotlights | Our Business, Arts and Communication Career Focus continues to grow while our student learn from our community leading entrepreneurs and apply their coursework in their chosen career paths.
Meet Ellee and Trace! Each learning and growing through their internship experiences.
Did you know every internship is individualized? In fact, October is when we start to plan next year's internships. If your business hasn't joined us yet, we encourage you to! Our students have a lot of talent to offer and we know they learn best from real-world application. Contact Lori Heuer to get connected.
Meet Ellee and Trace! Each learning and growing through their internship experiences.
Did you know every internship is individualized? In fact, October is when we start to plan next year's internships. If your business hasn't joined us yet, we encourage you to! Our students have a lot of talent to offer and we know they learn best from real-world application. Contact Lori Heuer to get connected.
HHS Intern Spotlights | Students focused in Health and Human Services Career Focus intern in a variety of positions including hospitals, veterinary clinics, human service organizations and so much more!
We're featuring seniors Calie, Mackenzie, Makayla and Arianna who make an impact serving others.
Thank you CTE pathway instructors, CCHS staff and business partners for continuing to provide our students with memorable experiences!
We're featuring seniors Calie, Mackenzie, Makayla and Arianna who make an impact serving others.
Thank you CTE pathway instructors, CCHS staff and business partners for continuing to provide our students with memorable experiences!
MET Intern Spotlights | More than 100 interns join our community this semester!
We are featuring our Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Career Focus interns Jaxon, Cecelia, Braden, Scout and Reed who are applying their classroom experiences with real-world opportunities with our community partners.
Thank you, intern hosts! Connect your business today by contacting Mrs. Lori Heuer!
We are featuring our Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Career Focus interns Jaxon, Cecelia, Braden, Scout and Reed who are applying their classroom experiences with real-world opportunities with our community partners.
Thank you, intern hosts! Connect your business today by contacting Mrs. Lori Heuer!
THANK YOU, SDI, who donated steel and materials again this year for our Welding CTE Pathway!
SDI has been a partner for several years and continues to support our students. Our programs are successful because of our community partnerships and support.
Our Welding Pathway has 1 and 2-year programs with multiple opportunities for students in each academy.
THANK YOU!
SDI has been a partner for several years and continues to support our students. Our programs are successful because of our community partnerships and support.
Our Welding Pathway has 1 and 2-year programs with multiple opportunities for students in each academy.
THANK YOU!
When Steve Corbin, WCCS Bus Driver and CTE Supporter, donated a toolbox to the Civil Construction Class to organize drill bits and other small components, class artist Autumn S. dressed it up a bit!
Our Civil Construction students have spent some time learning their skills! Mike Jackson and Craig Tyler from International Union of Operating Engineers Local Union 103 brought two mini excavators and taught our students the safe and correct way to use them then tested their fineness by setting up a game of “Put the Tennis Ball into the Bucket!"
Additionally, Beth Bayless, Training and Development Specialist from West Side Tractor Sales, worked with our program to get equipment onsite for the students to run.
We can’t thank them enough for what they are doing for our students and helping us to improve our Civil Construction classes.
Additionally, Beth Bayless, Training and Development Specialist from West Side Tractor Sales, worked with our program to get equipment onsite for the students to run.
We can’t thank them enough for what they are doing for our students and helping us to improve our Civil Construction classes.
It is Homecoming Week for WCCS!
Columbia City High School hosts the annual parade on Friday with athletic teams and clubs from CCHS and ISMS, and our Columbia City public service departments.
The parade will begin at 4:15 p.m. from Eagle Park (former High School property), out west to 9 and around the Courthouse Square.
Gates open for the Homecoming game approximately 5:15 p.m. with kickoff for the Eagles at 7 p.m.
Columbia City High School hosts the annual parade on Friday with athletic teams and clubs from CCHS and ISMS, and our Columbia City public service departments.
The parade will begin at 4:15 p.m. from Eagle Park (former High School property), out west to 9 and around the Courthouse Square.
Gates open for the Homecoming game approximately 5:15 p.m. with kickoff for the Eagles at 7 p.m.
We are looking for a long-term math substitute to join our staff this year!
A valid Indiana teaching license in math, knowledge of Algebra and Geometry concepts, a student-first attitude, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment are required.
Applications are due Sept. 26, 2025.
Apply: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobview/95775 or visit wccsonline.com and click on "Employment Opportunities"
#Hiring #Math #Substitute #Teaching
A valid Indiana teaching license in math, knowledge of Algebra and Geometry concepts, a student-first attitude, and a desire to work in a collaborative environment are required.
Applications are due Sept. 26, 2025.
Apply: https://app.hirenimble.com/jobview/95775 or visit wccsonline.com and click on "Employment Opportunities"
#Hiring #Math #Substitute #Teaching
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.
Our CTE Construction Trades pathway just leveled up in a major way thanks to an incredible hands-on experience with the Crane Simulator brought to us by Train for the Crane and Work IN Roads.
With 31 types of equipment and vehicles to explore, our students got to jump in, take control and experience what it's like to operate real-world machinery.
The simulator tracks each student's time and even lets us run head-to-head challenges. Megan Kehrt and Davis Uphoff from Train for the Crane were on site to guide us and cheer on our future builders!
Our Construction Trades program has the simulator for a few more days with practical experience!
#CTE #ConstructionTrades #TrainForTheCrane #TenstarSimulation #WorkINRoads
With 31 types of equipment and vehicles to explore, our students got to jump in, take control and experience what it's like to operate real-world machinery.
The simulator tracks each student's time and even lets us run head-to-head challenges. Megan Kehrt and Davis Uphoff from Train for the Crane were on site to guide us and cheer on our future builders!
Our Construction Trades program has the simulator for a few more days with practical experience!
#CTE #ConstructionTrades #TrainForTheCrane #TenstarSimulation #WorkINRoads
Did you know our Cosmetology program, hosted at Creations Beauty School, allows walk-ins and appointments?
Our students, as part of their CTE Pathway, learn, study and practice their skills to earn their license. We've even had a handful of students earn their Cosmetology License before their High School Diploma!
As part of Health and Human Services (HHS) Career Focus, the program is available to all three academies of Columbia City High School!
Plan your next service with our CTE students!
Photographed are students practicing their drying and blowout skills!
#CTE #Cosmetology
Our students, as part of their CTE Pathway, learn, study and practice their skills to earn their license. We've even had a handful of students earn their Cosmetology License before their High School Diploma!
As part of Health and Human Services (HHS) Career Focus, the program is available to all three academies of Columbia City High School!
Plan your next service with our CTE students!
Photographed are students practicing their drying and blowout skills!
#CTE #Cosmetology
Thank you to CTE supporter, J.T.Harmon, who recently had tools for sale and then decided to donate them to our Construction Trades CTE program after speaking with instructor Dan Krill!
With more than 24 pathways, there are numerous opportunities to connect with our Career and Technical Education programs! Connect with our CTE Director, Jennifer Reiff to get started!
#WCCSEagles #CTE
With more than 24 pathways, there are numerous opportunities to connect with our Career and Technical Education programs! Connect with our CTE Director, Jennifer Reiff to get started!
#WCCSEagles #CTE
2025 was a standout year for CCHS athletics!
Our student-athletes earned 126 All-Conference honors and 37 All-State recognitions, with 3 named Indiana All-State.
Teams captured 4 conference titles, 5 sectional championships, and 2 regional titles. We proudly sent 2 teams and 17 individuals to State competition, and along the way, 55 school records were broken!
Perhaps most inspiring, 21 athletes committed to continue their athletic careers in college.
These accomplishments reflect the passion, discipline, and perseverance of our athletes and the unwavering support of families, coaches, and our school community. Thank you for helping us build a culture of excellence!
Good luck this season, Eagles!
[Staff Submitted]
Our student-athletes earned 126 All-Conference honors and 37 All-State recognitions, with 3 named Indiana All-State.
Teams captured 4 conference titles, 5 sectional championships, and 2 regional titles. We proudly sent 2 teams and 17 individuals to State competition, and along the way, 55 school records were broken!
Perhaps most inspiring, 21 athletes committed to continue their athletic careers in college.
These accomplishments reflect the passion, discipline, and perseverance of our athletes and the unwavering support of families, coaches, and our school community. Thank you for helping us build a culture of excellence!
Good luck this season, Eagles!
[Staff Submitted]
CCHS students made remarkable strides in AP performance during the 2024–2025 school year!
In 2025, 76.73% of our students earned a passing AP score, surpassing both the state average of 66% and our own 2024 pass rate of 53.55%.
Even more impressive, AP Psychology and AP English Literature & Composition had a 100% pass rate! These results reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers, and the ongoing support from families.
Thank you for encouraging academic excellence and helping our students rise to the challenge!
[Staff Submitted]
In 2025, 76.73% of our students earned a passing AP score, surpassing both the state average of 66% and our own 2024 pass rate of 53.55%.
Even more impressive, AP Psychology and AP English Literature & Composition had a 100% pass rate! These results reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our teachers, and the ongoing support from families.
Thank you for encouraging academic excellence and helping our students rise to the challenge!
[Staff Submitted]
Our student attendance saw tremendous improvement during the 2024–2025 school year!
In 2025, 61.2 percent of students attended at least 95 percent of the school year, up from just 49.7 percent the previous year.
Even more encouraging, 86.4 percent of students maintained at least 90 percent attendance, and nearly all, 98.9 percent, were above the 80 percent threshold.
This growth is a direct reflection of our families’ commitment to education, and we want to thank our parents and guardians for making attendance a priority.
As Indiana’s new attendance laws take effect, your continued support ensures students stay on track and engaged every day. Let’s keep the momentum going!
[Staff Submitted]
In 2025, 61.2 percent of students attended at least 95 percent of the school year, up from just 49.7 percent the previous year.
Even more encouraging, 86.4 percent of students maintained at least 90 percent attendance, and nearly all, 98.9 percent, were above the 80 percent threshold.
This growth is a direct reflection of our families’ commitment to education, and we want to thank our parents and guardians for making attendance a priority.
As Indiana’s new attendance laws take effect, your continued support ensures students stay on track and engaged every day. Let’s keep the momentum going!
[Staff Submitted]
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
