Fish, chicken tenders, music, and a chance to say thank you. Join us for the ISMS Veterans Fish Fry on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 4–6:30 in the Carver Center.
Proceeds benefit Northeast Indiana Honor Flight and Wreaths Across America.
Details below. Bring a veteran!
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!
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!
WCCS Celebrates September and October Teacher and Staff of the Month Winners!
September Teacher of the Month is Jamie Yates, First Grade at Little Turtle Elementary.
"Ms. Yates has already made an incredible impact on our daughter during her first-grade year. What stands out most to my wife and me is the environment she has created in her classroom. [Our daughter] is excited about school, excited about learning, and comes home wanting to tell us about what happened in class. As parents, there is nothing better than seeing your child develop that kind of enthusiasm for learning. Ms. Yates recognizes that first grade is about much more than academics. She is helping her students develop confidence, curiosity, kindness, and a love of learning. She makes her students feel valued and creates opportunities that make school memorable. We truly believe she is planting seeds in Lorelai and her classmates that will continue to grow long after they leave her classroom.," said her nominator.
September Staff of the Month is John Carter, WCCS Bus Driver.
His nomination in part read, "John Carter has a positive impact on our students each day through the consistency, care, and professionalism he brings to his role as a bus driver. John understands that a student’s experience at school begins before they ever walk through our doors. His calm and welcoming presence helps students start their mornings on a positive note and provides them with a safe, dependable environment as they travel to and from school. John does an excellent job of building relationships with the students on his route while maintaining clear expectations for safety and behavior. He treats students with patience and respect and takes the time to know the students he transports. When concerns arise, John communicates with our school staff and works collaboratively with us to support students rather than simply viewing situations as transportation issues. Most importantly, John demonstrates that every employee in our school community has an opportunity to make a difference for students. His reliability, positive interactions, and genuine care for our students make him an important part of their school experience and a valued member of the Northern Heights community."
October Teacher of the Month is Brian Cass, Seventh Grade Social Studies Teacher at Indian Springs Middle School.
"This teacher consistently demonstrates the district’s core values through his dedication to his students and commitment to creating a positive learning environment. He strives for excellence by finding creative and engaging ways to meet the individual needs of his students and by making learning accessible and enjoyable. He demonstrates integrity through the genuine care, patience, and respect he shows each student, treating them as individuals and recognizing their unique strengths and challenges. His commitment to community engagement is evident in the strong relationships he builds with students, families, and colleagues. He creates a classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and comfortable being themselves. From a parent’s perspective, his influence extends beyond academics he is helping students develop confidence, meaningful relationships, and a sense of belonging within the school community. His dedication and positive attitude make a lasting difference in the lives of his students which creates a stronger, more connected school community," said his nomination.
October Staff of the Month is Rod Murphy, Custodian at Coesse Elementary School.
Rod's nominator wrote, "Rod does so many things every day that goes unnoticed. I have heard it before called "the ministry of tables and chairs". When you have a position that supports the people that are seen and make their lives easier because of providing them a safe and functional place to do their job. So when the general public thinks of a school setting we think of teachers - but Rod is the one making the building what it is so teachers can do their jobs efficiently and effectively!"
Each award recipients received a floral arrangement from Bravo Floral, a t-shirt voucher from Running Around Screen Printing and are entered into the final award presented by City Auto Mall!
Nominations can be submitted at wccsonline.com from our home page!
September Teacher of the Month is Jamie Yates, First Grade at Little Turtle Elementary.
"Ms. Yates has already made an incredible impact on our daughter during her first-grade year. What stands out most to my wife and me is the environment she has created in her classroom. [Our daughter] is excited about school, excited about learning, and comes home wanting to tell us about what happened in class. As parents, there is nothing better than seeing your child develop that kind of enthusiasm for learning. Ms. Yates recognizes that first grade is about much more than academics. She is helping her students develop confidence, curiosity, kindness, and a love of learning. She makes her students feel valued and creates opportunities that make school memorable. We truly believe she is planting seeds in Lorelai and her classmates that will continue to grow long after they leave her classroom.," said her nominator.
September Staff of the Month is John Carter, WCCS Bus Driver.
His nomination in part read, "John Carter has a positive impact on our students each day through the consistency, care, and professionalism he brings to his role as a bus driver. John understands that a student’s experience at school begins before they ever walk through our doors. His calm and welcoming presence helps students start their mornings on a positive note and provides them with a safe, dependable environment as they travel to and from school. John does an excellent job of building relationships with the students on his route while maintaining clear expectations for safety and behavior. He treats students with patience and respect and takes the time to know the students he transports. When concerns arise, John communicates with our school staff and works collaboratively with us to support students rather than simply viewing situations as transportation issues. Most importantly, John demonstrates that every employee in our school community has an opportunity to make a difference for students. His reliability, positive interactions, and genuine care for our students make him an important part of their school experience and a valued member of the Northern Heights community."
October Teacher of the Month is Brian Cass, Seventh Grade Social Studies Teacher at Indian Springs Middle School.
"This teacher consistently demonstrates the district’s core values through his dedication to his students and commitment to creating a positive learning environment. He strives for excellence by finding creative and engaging ways to meet the individual needs of his students and by making learning accessible and enjoyable. He demonstrates integrity through the genuine care, patience, and respect he shows each student, treating them as individuals and recognizing their unique strengths and challenges. His commitment to community engagement is evident in the strong relationships he builds with students, families, and colleagues. He creates a classroom environment where students feel valued, supported, and comfortable being themselves. From a parent’s perspective, his influence extends beyond academics he is helping students develop confidence, meaningful relationships, and a sense of belonging within the school community. His dedication and positive attitude make a lasting difference in the lives of his students which creates a stronger, more connected school community," said his nomination.
October Staff of the Month is Rod Murphy, Custodian at Coesse Elementary School.
Rod's nominator wrote, "Rod does so many things every day that goes unnoticed. I have heard it before called "the ministry of tables and chairs". When you have a position that supports the people that are seen and make their lives easier because of providing them a safe and functional place to do their job. So when the general public thinks of a school setting we think of teachers - but Rod is the one making the building what it is so teachers can do their jobs efficiently and effectively!"
Each award recipients received a floral arrangement from Bravo Floral, a t-shirt voucher from Running Around Screen Printing and are entered into the final award presented by City Auto Mall!
Nominations can be submitted at wccsonline.com from our home page!
Turkey Run Penny Wars kicks off November 2 through November 13 to help provide Thanksgiving meals for Whitley County families. Students can add pennies and dollars to their grade’s turkey for positive points, or drop silver coins into rival grades’ turkeys to deduct points. S end your spare change to the grade-level offices before school, between classes, or after school to help your grade take the crown!
In the latest lunch league showdown, our 8th graders took on the staff in kickball and came out on top. The staff say they “let them win.” The scoreboard says otherwise.
Our 6th graders are raising funds for a field trip to the Grissom Air Museum on May 12th!
Help us get there by joining the Little Caesars fundraiser, running now through November 30. Every order supports our 6th grade field trip, and it’s a great way to stock up on pizza for the holidays!
👉 To order: Visit your child’s homeroom teacher’s fundraiser page using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSjmKPPzMCKhRQh8CK9NpMC7D8MsxUcq5q3wcVnxCRr6x63itWSpG2HH52fOR0JtklMUsTNbK2gYB9k/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.g303aa1c638e_0_75
Thank you for supporting our students.
Help us get there by joining the Little Caesars fundraiser, running now through November 30. Every order supports our 6th grade field trip, and it’s a great way to stock up on pizza for the holidays!
👉 To order: Visit your child’s homeroom teacher’s fundraiser page using the link below.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vSjmKPPzMCKhRQh8CK9NpMC7D8MsxUcq5q3wcVnxCRr6x63itWSpG2HH52fOR0JtklMUsTNbK2gYB9k/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.g303aa1c638e_0_75
Thank you for supporting our students.
Yesterday, our staff came together wearing special shirts provided by the Community Foundation of Whitley County. The shirts carry a simple but powerful message: You Are Enough.
Our staff spends their days teaching, guiding, caring for, feeding, transporting, and encouraging our students. We were honored to wear these shirts as a visible reminder that in our community, people matter, people are valued, and no one has to face a difficult moment alone.
The message isn’t just for students. It’s for teachers, parents, friends, co-workers, and even the stranger standing right behind us. 🦅
A heartfelt thank you to the Community Foundation of Whitley County for supporting our school family and for helping start important conversations about mental health and reaching out when someone is struggling.
Take a moment today to notice someone and remind them they matter.
Our staff spends their days teaching, guiding, caring for, feeding, transporting, and encouraging our students. We were honored to wear these shirts as a visible reminder that in our community, people matter, people are valued, and no one has to face a difficult moment alone.
The message isn’t just for students. It’s for teachers, parents, friends, co-workers, and even the stranger standing right behind us. 🦅
A heartfelt thank you to the Community Foundation of Whitley County for supporting our school family and for helping start important conversations about mental health and reaching out when someone is struggling.
Take a moment today to notice someone and remind them they matter.
🎃👻 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! 🍬👻
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! 🍬👻
Picture retakes are coming up on Monday, November 9! If your student missed picture day or wants a do-over, bring your best smile and turn in any original photo packages for an exchange. More details online at www.inter-state.com. Ordering for the first time? Use code 0481WHF.
The ISMS Student Council just launched our new spirit wear store with fresh hoodie and t-shirt designs that make great holiday gifts for your favorite people. Every purchase directly supports our student activities and school morale. Check out the link below to order by November 22:
https://columbiacitystore26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
https://columbiacitystore26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Our 8th graders are selling 5-gallon buckets of laundry detergent to help lower the cost of their trip to Fair Oaks Farms. Ask your favorite student for an order form to help them earn trip discounts before orders close on October 22.
Our 8th Grade Lady Eagles 🏐 team ended their season in a hard-fought battle against Leo in the NE8 Conference semifinals. Great effort, ladies, and congratulations on a fantastic season!
WCCS will be on a 2 hour delay for Monday, October 12, due to patchy, dense fog.
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.
We can't wait to see our students run and walk in the Eagles in Flight 5K — our only schoolwide fundraiser of the year! This is always such a fun day, and we love watching our Eagles come together to support their school.
Come ready to race! We'll see you there!
Come ready to race! We'll see you there!
8th grade 🏈 vs. Norwell. Eagles lead 24-0 at the half.
Congrats to the 7th grade 🏈 team on their big win over Norwell this evening! The Eagles won 22-0!
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!
We have our first Teacher In-Service Day.
Enjoy your longer weekend, Eagles!
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.
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.
Yearbooks are at the lowest price of the year. Prices go up on Friday.
