Whitko teacher recognition

Recognizing Milestones in Education

In August 1996, two young teachers started their Whitko careers at the middle school. Rochelle Leininger taught math there for many years and Laura Thong-Umphai taught science. Receiving word of their employment on the same day, they toured the Whitko

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Whitko graduation 2026

Whitko Class of 2026

Whitko Community Schools presented 78 diplomas to graduating seniors during the Friday, May 29, 2026 commencement program in the Whitko Junior Senior High School gymnasium. Superintendent Dr. Amy Korus welcomed the families, relatives and friends of the graduating class members,

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Whitko senior awards 2026

Whitko senior honors announced at pre-graduation event

Whitko seniors received awards, honors and scholarships during the high school’s annual awards program Thursday evening, May 14. Held in the gymnasium this year, Superintendent Dr. Amy Korus announced the awards, the award recipients and the award representatives before family

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Fifth grade junior high tour

Fifth Graders Get a Glimpse of Junior High Life

Today our fifth grade students had an exciting opportunity to visit the junior high school! Students were warmly welcomed by current junior high students and staff and entertained by the band before enjoying guided tours led by junior high Sunshine

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UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETING DATES

JUNE 15

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: Monday, June 15, 2026, 5:30 p.m., Whitko Career Academy Lecture Room

OUR SCHOOLS

From pre-k to post-secondary education, our schools have a lot to offer! Discover more about each of our schools by choosing a link below.

student opportunities

Our Team

The administration, teachers, and staff at Whitko are making an impact on their students and colleagues. Reach out to your student’s teacher or apply to join our team!

why we stand out

AP & DUAL CREDIT

Students earn college credits – saving time and money – through the AP and Dual Credit Courses offered at the high school and career academy.

STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO

With a student to teacher ratio of 14:1, students benefit from increased staff interaction and academic assistance.

1:1 TECHNOLOGY

1:1 technology is provided to students at all grade levels, increasing interactivity and offering additional tools and resources.

WHY I CHOOSE WHITKO

It's time for your child to experience the Whitko advantage