LARWILL — On Friday, Sept. 27, the Whitko Wildcats will come out full ROAR to work together within their local communities to clean up their schools and some of the community to which they belong. “We’ve wanted to do a service project day for our schools since last … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community Schools has been contacted by Norfolk Southern railroad concerning the closure of all railroad crossings in South Whitley Thursday morning August 29, 2019. Norfolk Southern will attempt to get the State Street crossing open prior to school dismissing Thursday afternoon but will not … Read More
LARWILL — Whitko School Corporation’s principals and department heads discussed the start of the school year and routines at the Whitko School Board meeting Monday, Aug. 19. During her report, Pierceton Elementary School Principal Michele Smith addressed board members about the school’s new arrival procedure. “Students enter the … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — During a special board meeting on Thursday, Aug. 8, the Whitko School Board approved the hiring of Jake Everett as the new Whitko Jr./Sr. High School principal. Everett previously worked at Manchester Community Schools for seven years in a variety of positions, including social studies … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko will also host a back to school night at the junior-senior high school Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Beginning at 6 p.m., 7th graders will participate in junior high orientation in the main auditorium, while at 7 p.m., ninth grade orientation … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Even after ranking high in a national archery tournament, South Whitley Elementary School sixth-grader Cassidy Skinner is aiming to improve her skills and scores. Cassidy, daughter of Jeremy and Melissa Skinner, competed at the 2019 National Archery in the Schools Program Eastern Nationals in … Read More
PIERCETON — Michele Smith, chief academic officer for Marion Community Schools, was announced as Pierceton Elementary School’s new principal during the Whitko School Board meeting held Monday, May 20. Smith has worked as a chief academic officer for four years and also worked as a principal for four … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Congratulations were in order for the Whitko FFA last week as they hosted their annual dinner banquet and awards ceremony. During this celebration, it is also a time to recognize the hard work of the senior class, thank the current officers and welcome the newest … Read More
WHITKO — Whitko FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) students and family and consumer science teacher Amy Richards presented checks to B.A.B.E. of Whitley County and Whitley County Humane Society. Each check totaled $250. The funds raised were announced earlier in March as part of a … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — The 2019 Fort Wayne Newspapers Design an Ad contest recently announced the contest’s winners. Over 2,000 students from 30 schools created ads designed to sell today’s top products and services. Thirty-six Whitko Jr./Sr. High School art students received the honor of “Advertisers Choice” finalist in … Read More
WHITLEY COUNTY — The month of March offered up major donations within the Whitko community amidst three highly successful fundraising campaigns: the school-wide mattress fundraiser, the annual Jarrod Day auction and celebration and an FCCLA fundraiser and scholarship. Altogether, $13,965.89 was raised in March with over 50 percent … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Ink Free News was recently contacted by an anonymous source regarding an alleged child abuse situation that reportedly occurred at Pierceton Elementary School. The source reported the incident to Ink Free News on March 19, the day after Whitko School Board’s meeting. During the school … Read More
PIERCETON — Rain on March 14 may have been cause for a few umbrellas, but it certainly wasn’t able to dampen the camaraderie of the much anticipated Lunch and Learn hosted by Whitko Community Schools. Students from Whitko Jr./Sr. High School’s FFA chapter served pulled pork meals, and … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — The resignation of Pierceton Elementary School Principal Mike McClain was announced during the Whitko School Board meeting Monday, March 18. Dr. Brandon Penrod, Whitko School Corporation superintendent, read McClain’s letter of resignation to the board. His resignation will be effective June 30 of this year. … Read More
SOUTH WHITLEY — Recent changes in Whitko Community Schools’ central office have paved the way for new staff including a new superintendent, new director of curriculum and special services, and new treasurer. Naturally, with that come new opportunities to build relationships within the community. As a result, Superintendent … Read More
