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Kindergarten Registration for the 26-27 school year is NOW OPEN! Children must be 5 before September 1, 2026.

For more information, visit the Gockley Elementary website or contact Michelle Khouri at khourim@whitehallcoplay.org or by calling 610-439-1431 ext. 1014

Already registered your child? Appointments for Kindergarten Assessment Days for Registered Students are still available on July 8th.

The Whitehall-Coplay School District is offering free summer feeding for anyone 18 and under at two locations in 2026. Breakfast will be available at Zephyr Elementary Monday through Thursday from June 29th to July 30th between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. The High School will offer breakfast from 8:00 am to 9:00 am and lunch from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, from June 15th to August 13th.

On Friday, May 29th, students, staff, and families from across the district came out to show their love and support for the WHS Class of 2026 at the annual Graduation Parade. It was a beautiful day full of smiles, hugs, and support for the Senior class.

Video courtesy of WHS Studio

On Monday, June 1st, Whitehall High School held it's 122nd commencement ceremony at the PPL Center in Allentown. The night was a fitting tribute to the hard work and dedication that the Class of 2026 has shown to get to this milestone in their educational journey. WCSD is proud of the accomplishments of these graduates and look forward to their future contributions to our community and the world. The Class of 2026 is truly #ZephyrTough!

Incorporating the ten traits of the Profile of a Zephyr is foundational to each building in the Whitehall-Coplay School District. Each month, we will highlight a specific trait and how students throughout the district are exemplifying what it takes to be a successful Zephyr.

Mrs. Waltman’s class truly brought the Profile of a Zephyr skill of responsibility to life during the month of April, and their results speak for themselves. They earned the most STARS in their STAR Jar across all of Steckel, and they also took on the April bonus challenge by achieving the largest growth in STARS from March to April. Their hard work paid off with a well deserved celebration at the start of May and a first place finish, earning the golden lunch tray for their classroom.

What makes this accomplishment even more meaningful is the journey. Prior to April, Mrs. Waltman’s class had not yet broken into the top three. Through consistency, focus, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing, they transformed their lunch behavior in a big way.

So how did they do it? They focused on what responsibility looks like each day by waiting patiently in line, prioritizing eating, engaging in calm and kind conversations, keeping their focus forward, cleaning up their space, and respecting quiet expectations during and after trash time. Small actions, done consistently, led to big results.

Evangeline from Mrs. Waltman’s class shared some insight behind their success, “Mrs. Waltman would always cheer us up before heading to lunch and remind us of how we can earn STARS at lunch by getting quiet.”

Mekhi shared, “We tried our best to be responsible by keeping our voices down. As a class we worked together to be calm and remind students in our class of expectations. We also reminded each other to clean up because another class was coming to sit at the lunch tables and we did not want the lunch ladies to have to clean up a mess that we made.”

A huge congratulations to Mrs. Waltman’s class for setting the bar high and showing what is possible when responsibility becomes a team effort!

In this section, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible educators of Whitehall-Coplay, as nominated by 12th grade students whose lives they've impacted. These teachers have gone above and beyond to inspire, support, and make a lasting impact, embodying the true spirit of "We Are Zephyrs".

How has this faculty/staff member contributed to your personal growth or academic journey?

She was the first to see potential in me. She wa also the reason I fell in love with Environmental Science and Science Olympiad. No matter the situation I was always able to talk to her. She was like my teacher mother to me.

What do you appreciate most about this faculty/staff member?

Her kindness and compassion. She sees potential in her students and be helps them grow.

How has this faculty/staff member contributed to your personal growth or academic journey?

Ms. Arnold taught me Biology and Zoology. I did great in both classes and still remember what was taught to me because she taught it so well.

What do you appreciate most about this faculty/staff member?

I appreciate her teaching style, attitude, and humor the most. She is supportive of her students and it felt like she really cared. She was patient with students and creative with the projects she assigned, which made it so easy and fun to learn in her classes. Without her I would have had a much harder time learning biology.

Mrs. Cinicola, one of the two Science Olympiad coaches at the high school, has won the top 2026 Science Olympiad Coaching Excellence Award. Each year the national Science Olympiad organization selects three coaches from high schools across the country. Coach nominations can come from the State Director, fellow coaches, and students who they have meaningfully impacted. Mrs. Cinicola's nomination came from Marilyn Ogunsemore. Marilyn was in Mrs. Cinicola's CP Environmental Science class freshman year, and joined Science Olympiad where she has received multiple EPC medals her junior and senior years. The selection process for the top award is rigorous. Coaches must be the recipient of a thoughtful nomination, possess outstanding character, promote Science Olympiad, and submit a compelling essay. As the nation's top high school Science Olympiad coach for 2026, Mrs. Cinicola is invited to and is planning to attend the in-person Build and Content Clinic for Science Olympiad in Naperville, Illinois. Her transportation, lodging, and admission to both clinics is covered as part of her award. Mrs. Cinicola hopes that this award, along with the high school team's incredible success this year, highlight their high level of competitiveness and passion. They are eagerly looking forward to an amazing 2027 season!

On Tuesday, May 19th, two students from the Whitehall-Coplay School District competed in the state PA Media & Design Competition held at Elizabethtown College. The PA Media and Design Competition is an annual event that highlights Pennsylvania students’ application skills, creativity and knowledge. Students are able to unleash their creativity, learn how to convey information more dynamically, and enhance the learning process. The students submitted projects in one of six categories: 3D Design, Animation, Digital Movie, Logo and Graphic Design, Programming, and Web Page Design. The day consisted of activities to experience the Elizabethtown campus and an opportunity to interact with student competitiors from around the state.

This year, WCSD was proudly represented by Amber Hopple (Logo and Graphic Design) and Chase Wittig (Programming). Both had exceleent projects and showed their #ZephyrPride all day. Extra congratulations go out to Amber for receiving third place in the Logo and Graphic Design category.

Spring is always the time for the music departments and their students to showcase all of their hardwork and dedication for family, friends, and the community. Relive these incredible concert experiences here.

WCSD has begun the process of using SchoolMessenger as our new mass communication platform. In order to receive text message notifications you MUST OPT IN to the service. Don't miss important updates. Text "Y" or "YES" to 67587 to OPT IN TODAY!

Every Wednesday, students and staff across all Whitehall schools, from kindergarten to 12th grade, come together to celebrate Whitehall Wednesday! On this special day, everyone is encouraged to wear their Whitehall gear—whether it’s a T-shirt, hoodie, or hat—to show their school spirit.

Whitehall Wednesday is more than just wearing school colors; it’s about fostering unity and pride. From our youngest learners to our seniors, this weekly tradition helps build a strong sense of community across all grades.

So don’t forget—every Wednesday, wear your Whitehall gear and join the fun!

Did you know that each of the buildings at Whitehall-Coplay School District has their own social media accounts? Check out how each building is telling their #WeAreZephyrs story!

Effective immediately, parking on grass areas around campus is prohibited. Please park in authorized parking areas making sure to follow all posted signage. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our campus well maintained and safe.

In an ongoing effort to create traffic patterns that maintain safety and efficiency within the Whitehall-Coplay School District campus, the following update took effect on Monday, August 25, 2025 for Elementary arrival and dismissal.

• Parents with their youngest child in Gockley, should enter from Mechanicsville Rd. and join the queue.
• Parents with their youngest child at either Steckel or Zephyr should enter at MacArthur Rd. or the Campus Dr. entrances off of Schadt Ave. or Mechanicsville Rd.
• Cars will no longer be allowed to turn from Zephyr Blvd. onto Whitehall Way. (See campus maps)
• Our School Resource Officers and local police will monitor traffic in person and through cameras.

Thank you for your assistance in making our campus a safer place for all.

Parent/guardian should navigate to PowerSchool to report an absence through SafeArrival.

Directions:

On the PowerSchool Mobile App

1.Log in to your parent portal

2. Choose Menu-SafeArrival

3. Report an absence

On desktop

1. Log in to your parent portal

2. Navigate to MyPowerHUb on the left-hand side

3.Choose Attendance-Safe Arrival Attendance

4.Report an absence

SafeArrival should be used for planned absences and unplanned absences. Lates and early departures should be reported directly to your child’s school.

Gockley & Steckel - June

• Breakfast
• Lunch

Zephyr - June

• Breakfast
• Lunch

MS - June

• Breakfast
• Lunch

HS - June

• Breakfast
• Lunch

June

1 WHS Graduation

8 Early Dismissal (No Lunch)

9 Early Dismissal (No Lunch)

10 Early Dismissal (No Kindergarten)/Last Day of School (No Lunch)

August

24 First Day of School

September

4-7 Labor Day Holiday (Schools Closed)

28 Professional Learning Day (No School for Students)

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• Children's Day
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• Field Day
• Book Fair
• Valentine Sales

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How many years have you worked in education?

This is my 19th year in education and 14th at WCSD.

What are your favorite hobbies?

Playing discgolf, coaching my kids sports, watching sports, and traveling

What do you love about the Whitehall-Coplay School District?

I love the diversity of the school district. It is a wonderful multicultural environment that helps prepare students for a globalized world. A true melting pot!

What advice would you give to your 16-year-old self?

I would give myself some social advice: Look at your current friend group. Are they motivated? Are they kind? Do they lift you or others up, or do they drag you down into drama or trouble? Also, that you don't need to be popular; you just need a small squad of people who make you want to be a better version of yourself.

How many years have you worked in education?

This is my 24th year in education and 23rd at WCSD.

What are your favorite hobbies?

My current favorite place to be is on the sideline of sporting event cheering on my sons. When there are no sports to be seen, I enjoy reading and hanging out with my two dogs.

What do you love about the Whitehall-Coplay School District?

I have loved the one campus feel of our district. I love that our district is on the smaller side of the surrounding districts and has offered outstanding opportunities to our students. I felt so strongly about the quality of education at WCSD that I moved my family into the district in 2021. I have enjoyed getting to see my boys become Zephyrs.

What advice would you give to your 16-year-old self?

Have more fun, stress a little less, things work out one way or another.

• Paraprofessional [Whitehall High School]
• Substitute Teacher [District Wide]
• Substitute Paraprofessional [District Wide]
• Substitute Nurse [District Wide]
• Non-CDL Van/Bus Driver [Transportation]
• Bus Driver [Transportation]
• Bus Aide Substitute [Transportation]
• Assistant Track and Field Coach [Athletics]

The Zephyr Pride Foundation believes every student deserves the chance to excel. We strengthen our schools by supporting opportunities that inspire learning, creativity, and achievement across academics, arts, and athletics.

As a key component of supporting the Whitehall-Coplay School District, the Zephyr Pride Foundation is proud to provide three scholarships to Whitehall High School seniors. Each scholarship represents excellence in one of the three areas of student success in the district: Academics, Arts, and Athletics. Congratulations to this year's recipients and we wish them continued success in their future endeavours.

Looking for an update on what's going on with our Zephyr Athletic teams? Then you've come to the right place! Take a look at all of the incredible things our athletes are accomplishing.

The Zephyrs ended the spring season on an INCREDIBLE high note. We did a lot of winning to close out the year with a combined record of 50 - 21 between Softball, Baseball and Volleyball. Softball's season came to an end with a loss in the 2nd round of the district bracket against Stroudsburg, the girls finished with a record of 14 - 8. The Baseball team also made a solid run into the district playoffs but unfortunately lost in the semi-finals to Southern Lehigh and ended their season with a 17 - 7 record. Our Boys Volleyball ended the season with a record of 19 - 6, earning a Silver Medal at the EPC tournament and Silver Medal in the District Tournament. They continued on to the state level, beating Abington Heights in the first round of States and then played a tough Cumberland Valley team where we lost 3 -1 in a back and forth match. Track and Field sent two runners to States in Hershey, Llyneida Otanez for the 300M hurdles, and Junior Edrien Lee made her 2nd appearance at States in the 100M after she placed 1st in the District Meet.

Zephyr Athletics Senior Ceremony Awards

Scholar Athletes

Girls’ Soccer - Morgan Laub

Boys’ Soccer - Jaydon Bushell

Baseball - Donato Brigidi

Softball - Morgan Laub

Boys’ Swimming - Habib Leyos

Girls’ Swimming - Ryann Giedl

Girls’ Tennis - Madison Berg

Boys’ Track & Field - Habib Leyos

Girls’ Track & Field - Janelle Kies

Boys’ Volleyball - Cole Richards

Girls’ Volleyball - Ashley Mendoza

Wrestling - James Hopkins

Boys’ Basketball - Talon Dogmanits

Girls’ Basketball - Jaylene Wilson

Fall Cheerleading - Gabriella Jaikes

Winter Cheerleading - Britney Okoth & Maya Williams

Boys’ Cross Country - Habib Leyos

Girls’ Cross Country - Janelle Kies

Field Hockey - Emily Kern

Football - Nolan Hudak

Golf - Mason Nomie

Zephyr Award Winners

Football - Talon Dogmanits

Boys Soccer Cole Richards

Girls Soccer - Audrey Muller

Girls Volleyball Alisson Keck

GirlsCross Country - Janelle Keis

Boys Cross Country - Tristan Quach

Girls Tennis - Madison Berg

Field Hockey - Josie Shultz

Golf - Jack Lloyd

Cheerleading - Laney Headman

Girls Swimming - Ryann Gield

Boys Swimming Joe Younes

Girls Basketball - Jaylene Wilson

Boys Basketball - Sudge Hoderewski

Wrestling - James Hopkins

Softball Morgan Laub

Baseball - Jack Lloyd

Volleyball - Cole Richards

Track & Field - Jaylene Wilson

Track & Field - Parker Ziegenfuss

Male Athlete of the Year

Cole Richards

Female Athlete of the Year

Josie Shultz

Q Award Winner

Morgan Laub

On Thursday, May 28th, 27 senior Zephyr athletes participated in a ceremonial College Signing Day ceremony at Zephry Stadium. It was a beautiful day to celebrate these senior athletes and their committment to compete at the collegiate level. We thank them all for their contributions to Zephyr Athletics and wish them the best of luck in the future as they continue to embody what it means to be #ZephyrTough.

As we gear up for the 2025-2026 athletic schedule, we’re excited to enhance your game-day experience! Stay connected with our events through the new ScoreVision Fan App, seamlessly integrated with our Zephyr Turf, Football Stadium, and Main Gymnasium scoreboards. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or following along from home, the app ensures you don’t miss a moment.

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