There will be no classes for Whitehall-Coplay School District students Oct. 12. This will be a professional development day for teachers.

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Whitehall High School has spirit week themes approaching.

Oct. 13: Meme day

Oct. 14: Wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Oct. 15: Show your school spirit — wear your maroon and gold.

Oct. 16: carnival/bright colors day

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The homecoming dance is scheduled for Oct. 17. The theme is “Rio Carnival.”

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WHS students, if you missed school picture day last month, there is a school picture retake day set for Oct. 27. Any underclassman who missed out on the regular picture day can have a photo taken this day.

Also, if you don’t like your original photo, you can get a retake for this reason as well. Please bring the original picture package with you Oct. 27.

If you purchased a picture package, the photos should arrive soon.

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The counseling department at Whitehall High School is excited to announce a special college visit day will be held Nov. 3 for all interested 11th- and 12th-graders. Representatives from 14 different state colleges will be at WHS for a panel discussion and question-and-answer session.

This is an amazing opportunity for students to meet with admission representatives, receive waiver codes and learn about the different opportunities the colleges have to offer.

Visit the district site to use the QR code to sign up for the event. Students can also see their counselor for more information.

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WHS home game passes are available. The passes cost $18 for students and $68 for parents/guardians. The pass will get you into every Whitehall home sporting event during the fall, winter or spring season.

Log onto hometownticketing.com and search WHS for further details.

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WHS yearbooks are on sale now. Get your yearbook for the lowest price now through the end of Thanksgiving break. Afterward, the price increases, so save a few bucks before it’s too late.

Head over to balfour.com and search for WHS.

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Attention, Class of 1977: Save the date for the 50th anniversary celebration, set for 7 p.m. June 2, 2027.

There will be a social get-together, then the Class of 1977 will be honored during the graduation ceremony.

Contact Kristina Younes at the WHS’ main office during regular school hours with questions.

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Join the Whitehall-Coplay PTO PLUS! Volunteers are always looking for more awesome helpers to support the schools, and there are plenty of ways for you to get involved. Whether you can lend a hand at events or whip up some delicious baked treats, every bit helps and is appreciated.

If you plan to volunteer on school grounds, the WCSD requires your volunteer clearances on file. Clearances are free to all volunteers. Detailed information about the required clearances can be found on the school district’s human resources page at whitehallcoplay.org/for-families/volunteer-information/clearance-instruction.

If you need assistance completing your clearances or want to confirm your clearances are already on file, contact Donna Reckling, secretary to the personnel department, at recklingd@whitehallcoplay.org or 610-439-1431, ext. 1023.

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The mission of the Pennsylvania Department of Health is to promote healthy behaviors, prevent injury and disease and to assure the safe delivery of quality healthcare for all people in Pennsylvania.

Visit health.pa.gov/pages/default.aspx for further information.

The local branch of the department, located at 3730 Lehigh St., suite 206, Whitehall, provides immunizations for those who do not have insurance or are underinsured. Appointments are required.

Call 610-821-6770 with questions.

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