Whitehall-Coplay School District will be closed for winter break through Jan. 4, 2026.

Schools will reopen Jan. 5, 2026.

Have a wonderful, restful holiday with family and friends!

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WCSD announced, because of community members, organizations and businesses, $7,260 in gift cards were collected for the victims of the Maryland Circle fire.

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Whitehall-Coplay Hunger Initiative is hosting 2026 cash bingo fundraisers, scheduled for Jan. 11, Feb. 8, March 8 and April 12 at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, 4 S. Fifth St., Coplay. Doors will open 1 p.m., and bingo starts 2 p.m.

The jackpot is $200.

Bring a canned or boxed food item for WCHI.

If you have questions, call Liz at 484-274-6687.

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As we enter the winter months, be prepared for early dismissals, delays and closings. WCSD will utilize the mass notification system, social media and WFMZ to report these weather-related changes in schedule. Decisions will be made as soon as possible based on each scenario.

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Get the new ScoreVisionFan app for the 2025-26 athletic schedule. The app is seamlessly integrated with the 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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Order your WHS yearbook by visiting the WHS website to find the QR code or go directly to balfour.com.

The 2026 edition of the WHS yearbook, “The Whitehall,” will continue the tradition of publishing baby pictures and ads for graduating seniors.

If interested, check the link on the weekly update or see Mrs. Derlunas in E107.

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Are you looking to show off your school spirit? Whitehall gear is on sale now!

Visit the district website to browse the online store and find everything you need — from shirts and hoodies to hats and more.

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WHS seniors, be on the lookout for an email regarding senior portrait dates and times.

If your picture has the wrong name on it, both your student ID and yearbook picture will be mislabeled. Be sure to check it and see Mrs. Derlunas if you have an issue.

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Seniors can check out college scholarship opportunities at studentscholarships.org and globalscholarships.com.

Students are encouraged to take advantage of applying to various available opportunities.

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Senior class dues have been posted to My School Bucks for the senior year to cover all the general class activities throughout the entire 2025-26 academic year.

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Send your school news and events to JMBNews@hotmail.com.