With the release of Governor Holcomb’s “Back on Track Indiana” plan and the guidance outlined by the Governer’s office, we are moving forward with a plan for an in-person graduation ceremony.

By Kory Betts InkFreeNews LARWILL — The Whitko Community Schools Board of Trustees approved a statement defining participation for graduation requirements at Whitko Jr./Sr. High School, April 20. The school board of trustees along with school administrators conducted business via Zoom. The statement was brought before the board by Whitko Jr./Sr. High School Principal Jake …read more.

  The location for Whitko Career Academy in the former Whitko Middle School, Larwill. WCA is scheduled to open its doors to new students in the fall of 2020. Photo provided by Nathan Haywood and Whitko Community Schools. SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community Schools announced details on its Whitko Career Academy ahead of its inaugural …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Two Whitko Jr./Sr High School students were inaugural recipients of the Whitko Valor Award at the Whitko School Board of Trustees meeting, Jan. 20. Matthew and William Farner, twin brothers and seniors at Whitko Jr./Sr. High School, were the inaugural recipients of the award. Whiko Jr./Sr. High School Principal Jake Everett presented …read more.

FORT WAYNE — Students from Whitko’s 5th-grade classes at Pierceton Elementary and  Whitko Jr/Sr High School’s business class visited Junior Achievement’s BizTown and Finance Park on Friday, Dec. 6. Previous to 2019, Junior Achievement’s offices were located near Glenbrook Mall behind Kohl’s. After a recent campaign, they have a new location specifically designed to their …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Jr./Sr. High School won 13 awards in the Kosciusko County Lakes and Streams 11th annual Wonderful Water student art contest. WJSHS art students received a total of 13 out of the possible 19 awards from their grade categories. The program is designed to raise awareness and appreciation for Kosciusko County waters …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Jr./Sr. High School National Honor Society students Charlie French, Lizz Foutz and Sam Rickerd, along with their NHS sponsor Brandy Smith, traveled west for a Planned Random Acts of Kindness Road Trip. The trip’s itinerary, planned entirely by the students, meant more responsibility. Each student researched and provided a PRAK, as …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY — The Whitko FFA held its annual work experience auction Friday, March 8. Through this event, 25 students donated eight hours of their time to be sold to the highest bidder. The organization also provided a meal for the 57 community members that attended the event as well as members participating in the …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — The Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School Art Department recently competed in the 2019 Scholastic Art Contest in Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio. More than 3,317 individual art entries were submitted from 200 schools around the region. WJSHS art students continued their tradition of success, winning 15 Scholastic Awards. The awards won included: two …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Art students from Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School showed their world-class talent in a recent art competition that featured the work of school-aged artists from around the globe. The local artists participated in the 49th World School Children’s Art Exhibition in Taipei, China, Taipei. The competition included artwork from students in 41 countries. …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — For nearly 15 years, a program called Peace Keepers has been providing support to students through the group mostly likely to relate — fellow students. Students at Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School in grades seven through 12 provide a positive force inside the walls of the school. Peace Keepers are first responders to …read more.

PIERCETON — “On Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, at around 1:46 in the afternoon, I signed my contract, which would be my first step to living out my dream of becoming a United States Marine,” said Brad Trump from the podium at the Pierceton Elementary School veterans program Monday morning, Nov. 12. Trump, a senior at …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — All veterans are invited to attend the annual Veterans Day celebrations at Whitko Community Schools. Whitko will host programming at all three of its locations — Pierceton Elementary School, South Whitley Elementary School, and Whitko Jr.-Sr. High School. Students have been preparing for weeks, learning the significance of the American flag, what …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Hoosier author John David Anderson entertained students at both Whitko Jr/Sr High School and South Whitley Elementary School in an event that was conducted in collaboration with the South Whitley Community Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 9. During the event, Anderson spoke about his books and his writing process with the hope …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — After a complete investigation of this morning’s situation, it was deemed that there was no threat to the students or staff at Whitko Jr/Sr High School. Whitko Community Schools takes very seriously any issues dealing with safety, and will continue to be proactive in every situation to ensure the safety of their …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Due to threatening remarks directed toward Whitko Jr/Sr High School, the decision was made to lock down the school for the safety of all students and staff. The issue was resolved swiftly, in a matter of minutes, and at this time everyone is safe and accounted for. More details will be released …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Back to school for Whitko Community Schools began Thursday, Aug 9. School administrators spent the evenings before hosting back-to-school events and orientation meetings, as well as connecting students with their new teachers. Students in grades kindergarten through six will attend Pierceton and South Whitley elementary schools this school year while students in …read more.

LARWILL — Right now, Whitko staff members are working behind the scenes to update internal processes: the school website, social media, and messaging systems, to reflect the new changes for Pierceton Elementary School, South Whitley Elementary School and the new Whitko Jr./Sr. High School. Parents and students can expect that over the coming weeks, some …read more.