Our academy provides educational/play-based curriculum for all students. This is built into our daily schedules along with play time. Each child chooses where they want to play. We encourage independent ideas and self expression when playing to let each child grow!
Our academy offers two scheduled snacks, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. We follow the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) for breakfast and lunch.
The Whitko Early Learning Academy (WELA) provides a wide range of services for pre-K and K-6 students in Whitley and Kosciusko counties. Play-based learning, creative curriculum, and skill-building activities help children develop and grow from infants to 12-years-old. WELA is
Dr. Amy Korus was hired as Whitko’s superintendent of schools during the school board’s Monday, December 16, 2024 regular meeting. She replaces Dr. Tom Edington who has been interim superintendent since June. Korus starts her superintendency at Whitko January 1.
Whitko School Resource Officer Nathan Thomas takes the oath of office for K-9 Officer Bia at the Tuesday, August 27 South Whitley Town Council meeting. South Whitley Town Marshal Mikel VanDevender (not shown) led the swearing-in ceremony. Bia, 2, is
Rachel Hardy became the Director of Whitko Early Learning Academy in the spring of 2024. Rachel and the entire staff look forward to welcoming your child to the Little Cats program.
Located in Whitko Career Academy
710 N St Rd 5
Larwill IN 46764
Ph: (260) 723-0552
Rachel Hardy, Director
E: WELA@whitko.org