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WHS Weekly Update

Sunday August 30, 2026

WHS WeeklyUpdate Sunday August 30, 2026

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WHS Top 5 for the week of Aug 30th 2026!

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#1: Hey Zephs! The add drop period for the first semester has officially begun. Students, you may only change your schedules once. Students will not be allowed to change their schedules multiple times, so be sure you know what you want before speaking to your counselor! The add drop period ends this Wednesday! And students, changing classes because your friend is in another class is NOT an acceptable reason to switch. For more info see your counselor! The end of the first marking period will be on Thursday, October 29th.

#2: Hey students, the tech hub and library hours have changed this year! If you need Chromebook help, you can visit the library to see the tech department during the morning from 8-10am or visit during the afternoon from 2-245pm! The tech hub will NOT be open between the hours of 10 and 2! While the library will always be closed between 11-12:25! Students must have a pass from their teacher before heading to the tech hub or library! For more info, see the main office!

#3: Meet the Teacher Night will be taking place on Thursday, September 10th from 6-7:30pm! Be sure to tell your parents/guardians! School Picture Day for underclassmen will be on Tuesday, September 22nd! All students MUST have their picture taken, so be sure to dress your best! Picture purchasing information will be released soon! Seniors, if you did not get your Senior Portrait taken during the summer, then you must schedule an appointment for the retakes in October! For more info, see Mrs. Derlunas in E107!

#4: Hey sport fans! Want to attend WHS home games for the lowest price? Buy the All Sports Yearly Pass today! The pass cost $18 dollars for students and $68 dollars for parents/guardians. The pass will get you into every home Whitehall sporting event during the fall winter or spring season! Log onto hometown ticketing dot com and search Whitehall HS for more info!

#5: And lastly, WHS will be closed in honor of Labor Day on Friday September 4th and Monday September 7th! Students and staff will return on Tuesday, September 8th! Enjoy your upcoming 4 day weekend!


That’s all for now!

Have a great week Zephs!

Weekly Schedule Weekly Schedule

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Click here for the yearly 2026-2027 WCSD Calendar

HS Breakfast Menu-August

HS Lunch Menu-August

HS Breakfast Menu-September

HS Lunch Menu-September


Week of Sunday August 30, 2026


Monday 08/31 B Day


Tuesday 09/01 A Day


Wednesday 09/02 B Day

Full Year/1st Semester Drop/Add Period Ends

Whitehall Wednesday, Wear Zephyr Gear


Thursday 09/03 A Day

12th Grade Start of the Year Assembly, 8:30-9:30 AM, HS Auditorium

11th Grade Start of the Year Assembly, 1:30-2:30 PM, HS Auditorium


Friday 09/04

Labor Day Holiday, No School

Home Football Game vs. Nazareth HS (Hawaiian Theme), 7-9 PM


Week of Sunday September 6, 2026


Monday 09/07

Labor Day, No School


Tuesday 09/08 B Day

Community Service begins at Elementary Schools and Middle School


Wednesday 09/09 A Day

Whitehall Wednesday, Wear Zephyr Gear


Thursday 09/10 B Day

Meet the Teacher/Back to School Night, 6-7:30 PM, WHS


Friday 09/11 A Day

Patriot Day in Honor of 09/11

09/11 Ceremony @ Flagpole, 9 AM

Start of Athletic Eligibility Checks, 12 PM


Classes Classes

Class of 2027

  • Refer to all senior documents on the WHS website

  • Senior Class dues have been posted to MySchoolBucks for your Senior year to cover all the general senior class activities throughout the entire 2026-2027 school year.

  • Don't forget to pay your class dues! You can easily pay on MySchoolBucks or with cash in the Main Office

  • Our Senior Start of the Year Assembly will be held on 09/03/2026 from 8:30-9:30 AM.

Class of 2028

  • Senior dues will be posted to MySchoolBucks on September 3rd. Dues can also be paid with cash in the Main Office. Senior Dues are $35 and will cover Senior Activities for your Junior and Senior years.

  • Our Junior Start of the Year Assembly will be held on 09/03/2026 from 1:30-2:30 PM.

Class of 2029

  • None at this time.

Class of 2030

  • None at this time.

Student Services Student Services

Please contact our Student Services Teams for assistance from our Assistant Principals & Counselors

  • Assistant Principal Mr. Tice (Last Names A-He); Counseling Mrs. Kendy (Last Names A-C); Mrs. Swartz (Last Names D-He);

  • Assistant Principal Mrs. Hampton (Last Names Hi-Mi); Counseling Mrs. McLaughlin (Last Names Hi-Mi)

  • Assistant Principal Ms. Pierre (Last Names Mj-Z); Counseling Mr. Stefanyak (Last Names Mj-R); Mr. Hazim (Last Names S-Z)

Click here to use our WCSD Student Services website for more information!

Click here for direct access to the WHS Counseling website!


Upcoming College Visits. Click here to sign up to attend.


College Scholarship opportunities can be found at https://studentscholarships.org/ and https://globalscholarships.com/. Take advantage of applying to various available opportunities.


Juniors SAT registration is now open for fall 2026. Many colleges require or consider SAT scores as part of their holistic admission and placement decisions, and your score is a great way to show colleges you’re ready. Most juniors take their first SAT in the spring, and many take it again in the fall of their senior year to improve their score. The SAT can help you keep your college options open, demonstrate your unique strengths, and even qualify for scholarships. And with 100% free practice resources, now including enhanced tailored practice based on your prior test scores and free small-group tutoring, you’ll have everything you need to get prepared.

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Extracurriculars & Clubs Extracurriculars & Clubs

Please check this newsletter for individual club information. See information below for each club or activity.


Please sign up for the Activity Bus by 1:00 PM on the day that you are planning on staying after school, Monday through Thursday.


Performing Arts

  • Instrumental Music (Mr. Tanzos)

    • Website: http://www.whitehallmusic.com/
  • Vocal & Choral Music (Mrs. Craft)

    • Check the Vocal/Theater Department Website for updates
  • Theater (Mrs. Craft) Follow us on Instagram whitehall_choir and TikTok whitehalltheater

    • Check the Vocal/Theater Department Website for updates

Honor Societies

  • National Honor Society (Mrs. Hetten)

    • None at this time.

  • National English Honor Society (Dr. Figueroa & Dr. Werner)

    • Meeting dates for the 2026-2027 school year: 9/3, 10/1, 12/3, 3/4

  • Mu Alpha Theta (Mrs. Hetten)

    • None at this time.

  • Science National Honor Society ( Mrs. Cucco)

    • None at this time.

  • Rho Kappa, Social Studies National Honor Society (Mr. Russo)

    • None at this time.

  • German National Honor Society (Mrs. Ziatyk)

    • None at this time.

  • Spanish National Honor Society (Mrs. Le)

    • None at this time.

  • Tri-M, National Music Honor Society (Mr. Smale)

    • See Google Classroom for Updates

Clubs

  • Aevidum Club: (Dr. Figueroa & Dr. Werner)

    • None at this time.

  • Anime Club: (Mr. Freeman)

    • Meetings are alternating Wednesdays after school. All are welcome!

  • Art Club: (Mr. Buck)

    • None at this time.

  • Black Student Association (Mrs. Spangler & Mrs. Burnett)

    • None at this time

  • Book Club ( Mrs. Lewis)

    • None at this time.

  • Debate Team (Mr. Simock)

    • Mock Debates will be taking place.

  • Dungeons & Dragons (Mr. Cahalan)

    • None at this time.

  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Mr. Horvath & Mr. Fick)

    • None at this time.

  • Engineering/STEM Club (Mr. Boandl)

    • None at this time.

  • Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) (Mrs. Stoudt & Mrs. Cucco)

    • None at this time.

  • Interact Club (Mr. Adams)

    • Look for our first meeting after Labor Day.

    • Please join our Google Classroom. Join our Google Classroom and Remind for important scheduling updates.

  • Leo Club (Mr. Recker)

    • None at this time.

  • Global Travel Club (Mrs. Spangler)

    • First Meeting on Wednesday, September 23.

    • Please join our Google Classroom.

  • Muslim Student Association (Mr. Freeman)

    • None at this time.

  • Newspaper

    • None at this time.

  • Peer Mentors (Mr. Recker)

    • None at this time.

  • Pep Band Club (Mr. Yadush)

    • None at this time.

  • Photography Club (Mrs. Malpedo)

    • None at this time.

  • SERVE Club (Mr. Hottinger)

    • Join our Google Classroom for the new school year with the code acw5uks4. First club meeting will take place in September and will be announced shortly!

  • Scholastic Scrimmage (Mr. Adams)

    • Practice for the new season will begin on September 9. New and returning players are welcome.

    • Please join our Google Classroom and Remind for important scheduling updates.

  • Science Olympiad (Mrs. Cinicola & Mrs. Viglianti)

    • Please join our Google Classroom with the code e7q7ayk. New members are welcome!

  • Ski Snowboard Club (Mr. Yadush)

    • Our 1st and important meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 9 at 2:50pm in Room A108. All information will be given out at that meeting. See Mr. Yadush if you cannot attend.

  • Student Ambassadors Club (Mrs. Abbadessa)

    • Student Ambassador Club will meet on Sept 14th in room G109

    • The club usually meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from 3-4 in room G109.

    • ALL ambassadors (old and new) must complete an application. Our Google Classroom code is: viduz3uu.

    • The counseling calendar is posted on our Classroom. Check to see what days you are assigned.

  • Student Council Advisors (Ms. Radon & Mrs. O’Neill)

    • None at this time.

  • Video Game/Esport Club (Mr. Freeman)

    • Meetings are alternating on Wednesdays after school. All are welcome!

  • Zephyr Nation (Ms. Smith)

    • None at this time.

Athletics Athletics

Click here for the WCSD Athletics Website (calendar, events, etc.)

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