Health and Human Services career focus allows students to experience anything from the medical setting to after-school programs and more!

Riley, Dash, Summer and Peyton no doubt have had an exceptional semester so far!

Thank you, community partners for allowing our students to experience so much!
about 19 hours ago, WCCS
Internships are an exciting part of Senior year, and this year is no different!

For students at CCHS, internships provide hands-on opportunities for career development and growth.

We're featuring Business, Arts and Communication Career Pathways today with Matthew, Saabjotvir, Silas and Wren!

Read about their experiences in their graphic.

5 days ago, WCCS
Seventh Grade toured Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs this week at the High School and CTE Facility.

Led by current students and instructors, the tours allowed for middle school students to see the program spaces and interact with high school students who are actively in the programs.

Thank you, CTE instructors for hosting the future of our CTE!
7 days ago, WCCS
🎃👻 A SPOOKTACULAR DAY in Whitley County Schools Cafeterias! 👻🎃

Today's breakfast was served up with a side of Halloween humor at Little Turtle Elementary, and Northern Heights brought the lunchtime magic! 🧡

All of our elementary schools enjoyed a special Halloween lunch featuring Bat Nuggets, Scream Beans, an Eek Sidekick, Count Chocula Chip Cookies, and Skeleton Fuel! 🦇💀🍪

Our amazing cafeteria staff got into the Halloween spirit, too! Check out Mrs. Sayers at Little Turtle, Ms. Gerardot from the High School, and our festive crews at Northern Heights and Indian Springs!

A big BOO-tiful shoutout to our cafeteria teams for making Halloween extra special for our students! 🧡

We think it's safe to say lunch was a real TREAT! 🍬👻
12 days ago, wccs
WCCS will be on a 2 hour delay for Monday, October 12, due to patchy, dense fog.
30 days ago, Trent Lehman
The end of the first quarter of our 2026/2027 school year! Opportunities are endless at CCHS for every class, club and activity. Keep up the great work, Eagles!

Students in the Fundamentals of Criminal Justice class recently practiced their handcuffing skills!

This foundational CTE course covers public safety topics, including constitutional law, basic police and patrol procedures, crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and cultural awareness.
about 1 month ago, WCCS
Thank you, Q from Columbia City Goin' Postal for helping the students and instructors in the EMT and FIRE pathways move their equipment to our new CTE building by providing the moving truck for the day!

We greatly appreciate the community support as we expand to offer additional opportunities for our students!
about 1 month ago, WCCS
The EMT class traveled to the Indiana Spine Center in Carmel to participate in the anatomy lab where students got a hands on experience with seeing the organs in a human body and had the opportunity to hold the organs.

This is another wonderful opportunity for our CTE students to learn in person.
about 1 month ago, WCCS

Introducing a new grab-and-go option today at the High School: the Chicken Gyro.

It features seasoned grilled chicken wrapped in a soft pita, topped with fresh veggies and cold, creamy tzatziki sauce. It is fully prepped and ready to grab so you can get through the lunch line faster.

Find it in the grab-and-go section during all lunch periods today.

about 1 month ago, wccs

Our students in the Columbia City Automotive Program have been busy exploring education options with Dave Miller from University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) and sharing their learning space with Dr. Trent Lehman, WCCS Superintendent.

Led by Mr. Cuney and in partnership with City Auto Mall, the automotive program allows students to engage in automotive basics and earn ASE industry certifications as part of their CTE Pathway.

about 2 months ago, WCCS
We are just sending message to let everyone know that the internet and phone lines are down. We are troubleshooting the problems with our company.
about 2 months ago, Trent Lehman
Students in the CCHS CCMA pathway attended the Healthcare I-Career Day at Ivy Tech Fort Wayne.

I-Career Days are events held on the Ivy Tech Fort Wayne campus where high school students are connected with program-specific engagement activities, current students, and career opportunities. I-Career Days assist in making the connection between the dual credit and dual enrollment opportunities that students are earning while in high school to certifications and degree pathways from Ivy Tech. These program-specific events are aligned with Northeast Indiana’s workforce needs. These events empower students to make informed decisions regarding their future.
about 2 months ago, WCCS
Remember, there is no school on Friday! Students do not attend school.

We have our first Teacher In-Service Day.

Enjoy your longer weekend, Eagles!
about 2 months ago, WCCS
We’re off to a great start to the school year! Our food service teams work hard each day to provide our students with breakfast and lunch to help fuel them for learning, growing, and making the most of their school day.

It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through September! Northern Heights recently shared photos of a couple of the lunches served this week, and we’re happy to showcase the great work happening behind the scenes.

A BIG thank-you to all of our dedicated food service staff for their commitment to providing nutritious meals and keeping our students fueled throughout the day.
about 2 months ago, wccs
On Friday September 11 Parkview Whitley EMS Training Officer, Blake Forrester, came to the school to work with our EMT students giving them an overview of the ambulances they will work on during their required clinical rotations for their certification requirements.

Thank you, Mr. Forrester for investing into our students.
about 2 months ago, WCCS
The EMT class had Mrs. Alicia Mediano, EMS Manager of Lutheran Kosciusko, who taught about the importance of mental health in EMS and how to take care of themselves for longevity as they begin their careers.

Thank you, Alicia for pouring into our students!
2 months ago, WCCS
Seniors in the Criminal Justice pathway were invited to attend a Law Enforcement Event, hosted at the Public Safety Academy of Northeast Indiana today. This event is designed for high school students who have an interest in public service, criminal justice, or forensic science, and want to explore meaningful and dynamic career paths.

Students had the opportunity to meet and interact with a wide range of public safety professionals from several law enforcement agencies, including members of specialized operations teams such as:

• SWAT
• Scuba/Dive Rescue
• Bomb Squad
• Detectives
• Emergency Dispatch
• Forensic Lab Professionals
• And many more

Students were able to:
• Learn about training, education, and career-entry pathways
• Explore hands-on demonstrations and equipment displays
• Ask questions and hear directly from experts working in the field

This event provided a unique behind-the-scenes look at careers that make a real difference in protecting and serving our communities.
2 months ago, WCCS
Thank you to the Columbia City Fire Department for partnering with our Civil Construction pathway to instruct our students on "Stop the Bleed" and Fire Extinguisher training.

Safety on any job site matters, now these students are a step closer to real-world experiences.
3 months ago, WCCS
Planning for college is exciting, but navigating the financial aid process can sometimes feel overwhelming. We are excited to offer a Financial Aid Presentation & FSA ID Workshop to help make the process a little easier!

📅 When: Wednesday, September 9 at 6 p.m.
📍 Where: Columbia City High School Performing Arts Center

Experts from INvestEd will walk students and families through the key steps of the financial aid process, explain what to expect, and share tips for avoiding common mistakes. Following the presentation, INvestEd representatives will also be available to help families create their FSA IDs, an important first step in completing the FAFSA.

Important Reminder: Filing the FAFSA is now mandatory for all Indiana high school seniors. Even if you do not think your family will qualify for financial aid, completing the FAFSA is an important step in the college planning process and may be required to access certain types of financial assistance.

This is a great opportunity for seniors and their families to get questions answered, create their FSA IDs, and feel more confident about navigating the financial aid process. We strongly encourage all seniors and their families to attend!

INvestEd is an Indiana not-for-profit organization that has provided FREE financial aid assistance to Indiana families for more than 40 years.

For more information about INvestEd, visit investedindiana.org.

We look forward to seeing you on September 9!
3 months ago, WCCS
CCHS Picture Day is this Thursday!

Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, in addition to your smiles, you need to bring technology, too.

The Innovation Center staff will renew technology for 10, 11 and 12 graders.

10th Grade students: Bring Chromebook and Charger

11th-12th Grade students: Bring Chromebook Only

Parents, please help your student(s) remember their devices for renewal on picture day this Thursday!

Freshmen (9th Grade) you're good to go!
3 months ago, WCCS