👓🧡🖤 The Whitehall and Pigeon Falls Lions Clubs partnered with our schools to provide free vision screenings for students in 4K through 2nd grade.
We are grateful for their ongoing support in making sure our youngest learners have the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. Thank you, Lions! 🦁✨
We are grateful for their ongoing support in making sure our youngest learners have the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. Thank you, Lions! 🦁✨
Homecoming Decorating in Action🎉
Our high school students worked hard yesterday bringing their class themes to life! Hallways, floats, windows, and banners all got the Norse touch. 🧡🖤
🌴 Freshmen – Florida
🤠 Sophomores – Texas
🗽 Juniors – New York
🌊 Seniors – California
Our high school students worked hard yesterday bringing their class themes to life! Hallways, floats, windows, and banners all got the Norse touch. 🧡🖤
🌴 Freshmen – Florida
🤠 Sophomores – Texas
🗽 Juniors – New York
🌊 Seniors – California
2025 Homecoming Court 👑
(Back L to R): Frank Juresh IV, Mason Bautch, Ashton Hanson, Connor Stevens, Deacon Steig
(Front L to R): Avvia Herman, Kennedy Gran, Aryana Ausderau, Harlow Foss, Brynna Schneider
We’re excited to kick off Homecoming Week on Monday and celebrate with our students, staff, and community! 🧡🖤
(Back L to R): Frank Juresh IV, Mason Bautch, Ashton Hanson, Connor Stevens, Deacon Steig
(Front L to R): Avvia Herman, Kennedy Gran, Aryana Ausderau, Harlow Foss, Brynna Schneider
We’re excited to kick off Homecoming Week on Monday and celebrate with our students, staff, and community! 🧡🖤
Day 5: From Whitehall to the World - The Future Starts Here!
🚀📚 LIFToFFS Learning joins the global stage!
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE: https://5il.co/3q9ln
This week at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, the Lifelong Learning Passport (LLP) was officially launched; a universal, AI-powered record that connects learners’ skills and achievements to opportunities worldwide. 🌍✨
We are proud that LIFToFFS Learning, co-founded right here in Whitehall, is part of this global coalition of 50+ partners shaping the future of education. 🙌
🔎 What is LIFToFFS? https://5il.co/3qbfp
LIFToFFS is our future-ready learning framework that equips students with the skills, pathways, and tools to succeed in an ever-changing world. From hands-on emerging technology to personalized learning meeting all students where they are, LIFToFFS prepares learners not just for today, but for tomorrow.
https://liftoffslearning.com/
Together with the Learning Economy Foundation and its partners like the LEGO Foundation, University of Oxford, and Stanford d.school, LIFToFFS is bringing future based lifelong learning to every learner, everywhere.
Learn more about the Lifelong Learning Passport here: 🌐 https://www.learningeconomy.io/
🚀📚 LIFToFFS Learning joins the global stage!
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE: https://5il.co/3q9ln
This week at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, the Lifelong Learning Passport (LLP) was officially launched; a universal, AI-powered record that connects learners’ skills and achievements to opportunities worldwide. 🌍✨
We are proud that LIFToFFS Learning, co-founded right here in Whitehall, is part of this global coalition of 50+ partners shaping the future of education. 🙌
🔎 What is LIFToFFS? https://5il.co/3qbfp
LIFToFFS is our future-ready learning framework that equips students with the skills, pathways, and tools to succeed in an ever-changing world. From hands-on emerging technology to personalized learning meeting all students where they are, LIFToFFS prepares learners not just for today, but for tomorrow.
https://liftoffslearning.com/
Together with the Learning Economy Foundation and its partners like the LEGO Foundation, University of Oxford, and Stanford d.school, LIFToFFS is bringing future based lifelong learning to every learner, everywhere.
Learn more about the Lifelong Learning Passport here: 🌐 https://www.learningeconomy.io/
Day 4: Personalized Pathways 🌟
This is future-ready learning in action: students gaining real-world skills, exploring career pathways, and preparing to step confidently into what’s next. 🧡🖤
All five students pictured are enrolled in the CNA course at Western Technical College, close by in Independence. One is acting as the “patient” while the others practice their skills, a hands-on step toward earning certification. 🩺✅
Students are building their own futures through dual credit, trades, and tech opportunities. ⚙️📚
This is future-ready learning in action: students gaining real-world skills, exploring career pathways, and preparing to step confidently into what’s next. 🧡🖤
All five students pictured are enrolled in the CNA course at Western Technical College, close by in Independence. One is acting as the “patient” while the others practice their skills, a hands-on step toward earning certification. 🩺✅
Students are building their own futures through dual credit, trades, and tech opportunities. ⚙️📚
🎡 Homecoming Carnival 🎡
Join us Friday, October 3 for the very first Homecoming Carnival, hosted by our Elementary Leave Your Mark group. ✨Stop by, play some games, and get ready for the big game! 🏈🧡🖤
📍 Outside by the football field
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Join us Friday, October 3 for the very first Homecoming Carnival, hosted by our Elementary Leave Your Mark group. ✨Stop by, play some games, and get ready for the big game! 🏈🧡🖤
📍 Outside by the football field
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
Day 3: Hands-On Learning ✨
Today marks the very first WRETL Wednesday (Whitehall Regional Emerging Technology Lab) in our Future-Ready Learning series, a 🎥✨ spotlight 2-for-1!
Our 6th grade students in Mrs. Ausdereau’s class are bringing creativity to life by designing their own keychains in the Tinkercad program. 🖥️🔑 It’s hands-on, it’s future-focused, and it’s just the beginning of what the WRETL makes possible for Norse students.
https://www.tinkercad.com/
Today marks the very first WRETL Wednesday (Whitehall Regional Emerging Technology Lab) in our Future-Ready Learning series, a 🎥✨ spotlight 2-for-1!
Our 6th grade students in Mrs. Ausdereau’s class are bringing creativity to life by designing their own keychains in the Tinkercad program. 🖥️🔑 It’s hands-on, it’s future-focused, and it’s just the beginning of what the WRETL makes possible for Norse students.
https://www.tinkercad.com/
Who says breakfast pizza is only for breakfast?
In FCS class, it’s good any time of the day! Our students got creative in the kitchen and proved that breakfast pizza is always a win. 👩🍳👏🍕✨
In FCS class, it’s good any time of the day! Our students got creative in the kitchen and proved that breakfast pizza is always a win. 👩🍳👏🍕✨
Day 1: Spotlight on the Future of Learning ✨
Superintendent Mike Beighley is kicking off our Tomorrow’s Learners, Today feature! 🚀
Mr. Beighley shares why future-ready education matters for every Norse student:
"Future-ready education matters for every Norse student because the world they are stepping into will look very different from the one we know today. Our responsibility is not just to prepare students for the next test or the next grade, but to help them build the skills, confidence, and adaptability they’ll need for college, careers, and life in an increasingly global and competitive environment.
Every Norse student deserves the opportunity to explore their passions, engage with emerging technologies, and learn in ways that spark creativity and problem-solving. By making future-ready learning a priority, we ensure that our students are prepared not only to keep up with a changing world, but to lead in it."
— Mike Beighley, Superintendent
Superintendent Mike Beighley is kicking off our Tomorrow’s Learners, Today feature! 🚀
Mr. Beighley shares why future-ready education matters for every Norse student:
"Future-ready education matters for every Norse student because the world they are stepping into will look very different from the one we know today. Our responsibility is not just to prepare students for the next test or the next grade, but to help them build the skills, confidence, and adaptability they’ll need for college, careers, and life in an increasingly global and competitive environment.
Every Norse student deserves the opportunity to explore their passions, engage with emerging technologies, and learn in ways that spark creativity and problem-solving. By making future-ready learning a priority, we ensure that our students are prepared not only to keep up with a changing world, but to lead in it."
— Mike Beighley, Superintendent
This week at Whitehall, we’re shining a spotlight on the future of learning.🤖 From AI-powered classrooms to emerging technologies, 🛠️ hands-on learning, and 🎯 personalized pathways, Norse students are exploring skills that will shape tomorrow’s world.
Follow along all week as we share how Whitehall is preparing “Tomorrow’s Learners, Today.” 🚀
Follow along all week as we share how Whitehall is preparing “Tomorrow’s Learners, Today.” 🚀
Farmer Appreciation Day!🌾🚜
The Whitehall FFA is celebrating National Ag Safety Week by recognizing local farmers who are hard at work starting the harvest season. These dedicated men and women provide our growing population with the necessities of life, from food on the table to clothes on our backs. Did you know that less than 2% of the U.S. population feeds the other 98%?
FFA members nominated farmers within our district, and today those farmers were surprised with a care package of safety supplies, delivered by FFA members. To keep their energy and spirits up, each farmer also received a nutritious meal, generously provided in partnership with Sweet Temptations.
As harvest season begins, we encourage all community members to stay alert and safe when driving near agricultural equipment on the roads. Our farmers have an important job to do, let’s help keep them safe while they do it!
The Whitehall FFA is celebrating National Ag Safety Week by recognizing local farmers who are hard at work starting the harvest season. These dedicated men and women provide our growing population with the necessities of life, from food on the table to clothes on our backs. Did you know that less than 2% of the U.S. population feeds the other 98%?
FFA members nominated farmers within our district, and today those farmers were surprised with a care package of safety supplies, delivered by FFA members. To keep their energy and spirits up, each farmer also received a nutritious meal, generously provided in partnership with Sweet Temptations.
As harvest season begins, we encourage all community members to stay alert and safe when driving near agricultural equipment on the roads. Our farmers have an important job to do, let’s help keep them safe while they do it!
It takes a team, and we’ve got the best one around.
Proud to serve our students and community!
Proud to serve our students and community!
We’re excited to introduce our new teachers! As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming incredible new staff to the Whitehall School District.
👋 Landon McNamer, our new 7th/8th Grade Science Teacher. Landon calls himself a “science nerd” and is passionate about showing students how science connects to everyday life. He is excited to meet his students and get involved in the Whitehall community.
“I chose Whitehall because I feel a strong passion for teaching the value of science to more and more students!”
We’re excited to welcome Mr. McNamer to the Norse family!
Let’s give him a Norse welcome!
👋 Landon McNamer, our new 7th/8th Grade Science Teacher. Landon calls himself a “science nerd” and is passionate about showing students how science connects to everyday life. He is excited to meet his students and get involved in the Whitehall community.
“I chose Whitehall because I feel a strong passion for teaching the value of science to more and more students!”
We’re excited to welcome Mr. McNamer to the Norse family!
Let’s give him a Norse welcome!
We’re excited to introduce our new teachers! As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming incredible new staff to the Whitehall School District.
👋 Taylor Klemmensen, our new Elementary Physical Education teacher. Taylor brings big energy, lots of laughs, and a love for helping kids move, play, and try new things. She’s ready to jump right in, make PE everyone’s favorite class, and get to know the students and families that make Whitehall so special.
“I chose Whitehall because the school district is dedicated to creating strong student and community relationships. I believe Whitehall goes above and beyond to create a positive and inclusive school culture and puts the needs of students and their families first. I feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of the Whitehall School District!”
We’re excited to welcome Ms. Klemmensen to the Norse family! Game on, Taylor!
👋 Taylor Klemmensen, our new Elementary Physical Education teacher. Taylor brings big energy, lots of laughs, and a love for helping kids move, play, and try new things. She’s ready to jump right in, make PE everyone’s favorite class, and get to know the students and families that make Whitehall so special.
“I chose Whitehall because the school district is dedicated to creating strong student and community relationships. I believe Whitehall goes above and beyond to create a positive and inclusive school culture and puts the needs of students and their families first. I feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of the Whitehall School District!”
We’re excited to welcome Ms. Klemmensen to the Norse family! Game on, Taylor!
We’re excited to introduce our new teachers! As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming incredible new staff to the Whitehall School District.
👋 Sadie Wulff, joining us as a Speech and Language Pathologist.
“I chose Whitehall because I value the strong sense of community it offers. Growing up in a small town, I learned to appreciate the family-oriented atmosphere and close connections that come with it. I am excited to have the opportunity to support students and their families within the Whitehall School District.”
We’re thrilled to have Ms. Wulff join the Norse family and bring her expertise, compassion, and small-town heart to Whitehall! Let’s welcome Sadie!
👋 Sadie Wulff, joining us as a Speech and Language Pathologist.
“I chose Whitehall because I value the strong sense of community it offers. Growing up in a small town, I learned to appreciate the family-oriented atmosphere and close connections that come with it. I am excited to have the opportunity to support students and their families within the Whitehall School District.”
We’re thrilled to have Ms. Wulff join the Norse family and bring her expertise, compassion, and small-town heart to Whitehall! Let’s welcome Sadie!
We’re excited to introduce our new teachers! As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming incredible new staff to the Whitehall School District and today we’re celebrating someone who knows Whitehall well, one of our own graduates.
👋 Allison Koepke, joining our Elementary team as a Kindergarten teacher.
“I chose Whitehall because it’s home. As a former student, it’s meaningful to return and be part of the school and community that helped shape me. I’ve always appreciated the close-knit atmosphere and strong relationships that make Whitehall special. I’m excited to begin my teaching career in a place that means so much to me, surrounded by people who have always supported me.”
Once a Norse, always a Norse! Welcome home, Ms. Koepke! We are honored you chose to come home.🧡🖤
We’re excited to introduce our new (and returning!) teachers! As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming incredible new staff to the Whitehall School District and today we’re also celebrating the return of a familiar face.
👋 Mara Gerndt, returning to our Elementary team as a 3rd grade teacher.
“What sold me on Whitehall was how much it feels like a family here! When I started teaching here in 2020, I got to see how much everyone cared for one another. Even though I’ve been gone for the past three years, it feels like I never left! I am so excited to be back!”
As we like to say, “Once a Norse, always a Norse.” We’re thrilled that Mrs. Gerndt moved back to the area and was able to join us again! Let’s give her a warm Norse welcome back!🧡🖤
👋 Mara Gerndt, returning to our Elementary team as a 3rd grade teacher.
“What sold me on Whitehall was how much it feels like a family here! When I started teaching here in 2020, I got to see how much everyone cared for one another. Even though I’ve been gone for the past three years, it feels like I never left! I am so excited to be back!”
As we like to say, “Once a Norse, always a Norse.” We’re thrilled that Mrs. Gerndt moved back to the area and was able to join us again! Let’s give her a warm Norse welcome back!🧡🖤
We’re excited to introduce our new teachers!
As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming some incredible new faces to the Whitehall School District. Over the next few days, we’ll be spotlighting each of them so you can get to know who they are and why they chose Whitehall.
👋 Up first: Megan Bakalars, our new Elementary SPED teacher.
“I chose Whitehall because it's a close-knit, family-oriented community that truly prioritizes its students. The small-town atmosphere creates strong relationships, and I was drawn to how focused the district is on meeting each student’s individual needs.”
We’re thrilled to have Ms. Bakalars on board. Let’s welcome her to the Norse family!
As we gear up for the 2025–26 school year, we’re welcoming some incredible new faces to the Whitehall School District. Over the next few days, we’ll be spotlighting each of them so you can get to know who they are and why they chose Whitehall.
👋 Up first: Megan Bakalars, our new Elementary SPED teacher.
“I chose Whitehall because it's a close-knit, family-oriented community that truly prioritizes its students. The small-town atmosphere creates strong relationships, and I was drawn to how focused the district is on meeting each student’s individual needs.”
We’re thrilled to have Ms. Bakalars on board. Let’s welcome her to the Norse family!
Welcome to the 2025–2026 School Year! 🧡🖤
We hope you're enjoying the rest of summer! As the new school year approaches, we're excited to welcome our Norse back to Whitehall School District!
To help you get ready, we’ve put together all your Back-to-School info in one spot. From supply lists to open house dates, enrollment, transportation, food service, and more. ✅
📌 Important Dates:
📦 T-Shirt Delivery: Aug. 20 at 1:00 PM
🏫 Open House (All Schools): Aug. 27, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
🎓 Freshmen Orientation: Aug. 27 at 5:00 PM
👋 6th–8th Grade Orientation: Aug. 27 at 6:00 PM
🗓️ Transition Days: Aug. 28 & 29
📚 First Day of School: Sept. 2
Whether you're new or returning, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s make it a fantastic year together! 🧡🖤
We hope you're enjoying the rest of summer! As the new school year approaches, we're excited to welcome our Norse back to Whitehall School District!
To help you get ready, we’ve put together all your Back-to-School info in one spot. From supply lists to open house dates, enrollment, transportation, food service, and more. ✅
📌 Important Dates:
📦 T-Shirt Delivery: Aug. 20 at 1:00 PM
🏫 Open House (All Schools): Aug. 27, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
🎓 Freshmen Orientation: Aug. 27 at 5:00 PM
👋 6th–8th Grade Orientation: Aug. 27 at 6:00 PM
🗓️ Transition Days: Aug. 28 & 29
📚 First Day of School: Sept. 2
Whether you're new or returning, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s make it a fantastic year together! 🧡🖤
📋 The 2025–2026 School Supply List is ready!
We’re excited to see all the back-to-school energy already! 😄
With all the deal days happening, we know many of you are ready to start shopping.
📄 https://shorturl.at/XCjGx
📌 Heads-up: 6th grade has its own list — different from 7th & 8th — even though they’re all part of Junior High. Double-check before you checkout!
Let the back-to-school prep begin! 🧡🖤
We’re excited to see all the back-to-school energy already! 😄
With all the deal days happening, we know many of you are ready to start shopping.
📄 https://shorturl.at/XCjGx
📌 Heads-up: 6th grade has its own list — different from 7th & 8th — even though they’re all part of Junior High. Double-check before you checkout!
Let the back-to-school prep begin! 🧡🖤
