Just a reminder that our breakfast and lunch prices have changed slightly this year. The info can be found on your monthly menu sent home in Friday Folders, but the information is included here, as well. Also, if you have not completed an application for free or reduced meals, you can find it on our SCW website. It is not in Skyward. Thank you and feel free to reach out to our Cafeteria Director, Chris Lerma, with any questions!
High School /Middle School /Elementary breakfast $1.90/ $1.85/ $1.80
High School/ Middle School/ Elementary lunch $3.25/ $3.15/ $2.85
Reduced breakfast price all schools $.30
Reduced lunch price all schools $.40
High School /Middle School /Elementary breakfast $1.90/ $1.85/ $1.80
High School/ Middle School/ Elementary lunch $3.25/ $3.15/ $2.85
Reduced breakfast price all schools $.30
Reduced lunch price all schools $.40
Preschool parents- we have great news! Power is back on at admin and our littlest Oilers will have their first day of school today! We look forward to seeing everyone this morning!
Happy 2nd Day of School Nathan Hale Families! Just a reminder that today, Wednesday, August 19th, is our first Early Release Day of the year! NH students dismiss at 2:30 from their normal doors.
Good morning!
Last evening you should have received a message regarding a change to the date for the start of school. Due to the storms and outages, I know cell phone service was not working for some, so I wanted to share the message again in the event you didn't receive it last night.
Dear School City of Whiting Families and Students,
Due to today’s severe weather event and the significant impacts experienced throughout Northwest Indiana, the School City of Whiting has made the decision to postpone the first day of school for students until Monday, August 17.
We know that members of our community are dealing with a variety of circumstances following the storm, including power outages, property damage, difficult travel conditions, and other disruptions. Moving the start of school to Monday will provide our families and staff additional time to address these needs while allowing our schools to complete preparations to safely welcome students back.
Our previously scheduled Back-to-School Night will now be a Meet the Teacher Night on Monday, August 17, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. Additional details about the evening will be shared by our schools.
We understand that families may have additional questions regarding transportation, extracurricular activities, schedules, and other school operations. Additional communication will be forthcoming, and we encourage families to continue monitoring official School City of Whiting communications for updates.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and flexibility as our community responds to this significant weather event. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, families, and broader community remain our highest priority.
Please stay safe, take care of one another, and we look forward to welcoming our students on Monday, August 17.
Last evening you should have received a message regarding a change to the date for the start of school. Due to the storms and outages, I know cell phone service was not working for some, so I wanted to share the message again in the event you didn't receive it last night.
Dear School City of Whiting Families and Students,
Due to today’s severe weather event and the significant impacts experienced throughout Northwest Indiana, the School City of Whiting has made the decision to postpone the first day of school for students until Monday, August 17.
We know that members of our community are dealing with a variety of circumstances following the storm, including power outages, property damage, difficult travel conditions, and other disruptions. Moving the start of school to Monday will provide our families and staff additional time to address these needs while allowing our schools to complete preparations to safely welcome students back.
Our previously scheduled Back-to-School Night will now be a Meet the Teacher Night on Monday, August 17, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. Additional details about the evening will be shared by our schools.
We understand that families may have additional questions regarding transportation, extracurricular activities, schedules, and other school operations. Additional communication will be forthcoming, and we encourage families to continue monitoring official School City of Whiting communications for updates.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and flexibility as our community responds to this significant weather event. The safety and well-being of our students, staff, families, and broader community remain our highest priority.
Please stay safe, take care of one another, and we look forward to welcoming our students on Monday, August 17.
This is Ms. Pearson at Nathan Hale with a reminder to pick up your child's information and packet from the Nathan Hale office. We still have several packets that have not been picked up. You MUST come in to pick up your child's packet, which has important information for the upcoming school year. Please come in before 3:00 today or call the office. Teachers return tomorrow and it's a busy time, so please come in as soon as possible to make sure your child is registered and ready to go!
School is right around the corner and we are excited to welcome you back! For all returning students, you MUST register online through the Skyward Parent Access, found on the SCW website. Go to www.whiting.k12.in.us to register. You should have already received an email with your child's login information. If you do not register before our in-person packet pickup next week, you will have to complete the process online when you come in. Computers will be available, but it does take awhile to complete the process, so please allow plenty of time if you don't complete it ahead of time.
Computers for completing the process will only be available on the August 3rd and August 5th dates. If you are coming into the school office to pick up your packet on August 4th or August 6th, you must have already completed the online registration. For all four dates, you will need to bring original documentation to show proof of residency . Please bring any current medical records or proof of immunizations that weren't submitted online, as well. The nurse will be available should you have any questions.
As a reminder, August 3rd and August 5th times are 1:00 - 3:45 pm and 5:00 - 6:45 pm and you will enter through Door 10. If you come on August 4th or August 6th, you will enter through our NH main door, Door 4. Those hours are 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. We look forward to seeing everyone next week!
¡El inicio de clases está a la vuelta de la esquina y nos entusiasma darles la bienvenida de nuevo! Todos los estudiantes que regresan a la escuela DEBEN inscribirse en línea a través del portal "Skyward Parent Access" (Acceso para padres de Skyward), disponible en el sitio web de SCW. Visite www.whiting.k12.in.us para realizar la inscripción. Ya debería haber recibido un correo electrónico con la información de inicio de sesión de su hijo. Si no realiza la inscripción antes de la entrega presencial de paquetes informativos la próxima semana, tendrá que completar el proceso en línea al acudir al centro. Habrá computadoras disponibles, pero el trámite lleva tiempo; por ello, le rogamos que reserve suficiente tiempo si decide no completarlo con antelación.
Habrá computadoras disponibles para completar el trámite únicamente los días 3 y 5 de agosto. Si acude a la oficina de la escuela para recoger su paquete el 4 o el 6 de agosto, deberá haber completado previamente la inscripción en línea. En cualquiera de estas cuatro fechas, será necesario presentar documentación original que acredite su residencia. Asimismo, por favor traiga cualquier historial médico o comprobante de vacunación vigente que no haya enviado por vía electrónica. La enfermera estará a su disposición para resolver cualquier duda que pueda tener.
Les recordamos que los horarios para el 3 y el 5 de agosto son de 1:00 p. m. a 3:45 p. m. y de 5:00 p. m. a 6:45 p. m., y que deberán ingresar por la Puerta 10. Si acuden el 4 o el 6 de agosto, deberán entrar por la puerta principal de NH (Puerta 4); el horario en esos días es de 8:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos la próxima semana!
Computers for completing the process will only be available on the August 3rd and August 5th dates. If you are coming into the school office to pick up your packet on August 4th or August 6th, you must have already completed the online registration. For all four dates, you will need to bring original documentation to show proof of residency . Please bring any current medical records or proof of immunizations that weren't submitted online, as well. The nurse will be available should you have any questions.
As a reminder, August 3rd and August 5th times are 1:00 - 3:45 pm and 5:00 - 6:45 pm and you will enter through Door 10. If you come on August 4th or August 6th, you will enter through our NH main door, Door 4. Those hours are 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. We look forward to seeing everyone next week!
¡El inicio de clases está a la vuelta de la esquina y nos entusiasma darles la bienvenida de nuevo! Todos los estudiantes que regresan a la escuela DEBEN inscribirse en línea a través del portal "Skyward Parent Access" (Acceso para padres de Skyward), disponible en el sitio web de SCW. Visite www.whiting.k12.in.us para realizar la inscripción. Ya debería haber recibido un correo electrónico con la información de inicio de sesión de su hijo. Si no realiza la inscripción antes de la entrega presencial de paquetes informativos la próxima semana, tendrá que completar el proceso en línea al acudir al centro. Habrá computadoras disponibles, pero el trámite lleva tiempo; por ello, le rogamos que reserve suficiente tiempo si decide no completarlo con antelación.
Habrá computadoras disponibles para completar el trámite únicamente los días 3 y 5 de agosto. Si acude a la oficina de la escuela para recoger su paquete el 4 o el 6 de agosto, deberá haber completado previamente la inscripción en línea. En cualquiera de estas cuatro fechas, será necesario presentar documentación original que acredite su residencia. Asimismo, por favor traiga cualquier historial médico o comprobante de vacunación vigente que no haya enviado por vía electrónica. La enfermera estará a su disposición para resolver cualquier duda que pueda tener.
Les recordamos que los horarios para el 3 y el 5 de agosto son de 1:00 p. m. a 3:45 p. m. y de 5:00 p. m. a 6:45 p. m., y que deberán ingresar por la Puerta 10. Si acuden el 4 o el 6 de agosto, deberán entrar por la puerta principal de NH (Puerta 4); el horario en esos días es de 8:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. ¡Esperamos verlos a todos la próxima semana!
It's hard to believe it's the last day of the school year! We have loved having all your children this year and are so proud of the growth they've made! Just a reminder that today is an early release day and students get out at 2:30 pm. We hope you have a wonderful summer and if you need anything or have any questions, remember our offices will be open Monday through Thursday, 8 - 2, and closed on Fridays.
Field Day is tomorrow! Students can dress down in athletic wear to be comfy and ready to run and play! All students must be in gym shoes to participate! Students should also bring a water bottle with his or her name on it.
Don't forget tonight is our 3rd annual Talent Show for Nathan Hale! Doors open at 5:30 and the show begins promptly at 6:00. The show is free, but all students must attend with an adult. Enter through Door 18 on New York.
Tomorrow is also a big day with PreK/Kindergarten Round Up for the upcoming school year! We will have special little oiler shirts and goodies when you enroll! Hours are 9-11:30 and 12:30 - 3:00 at the Whiting Family YMCA.
Tomorrow is also the Paint the Town Pink fundraiser! Students can bring a dollar or more and wear a pink! Last year we raised over $1500! We can do it again! The class that raises the most money gets an ice cream party and extra recess! Let's support our community and come together for this special cause!
Tomorrow is also a big day with PreK/Kindergarten Round Up for the upcoming school year! We will have special little oiler shirts and goodies when you enroll! Hours are 9-11:30 and 12:30 - 3:00 at the Whiting Family YMCA.
Tomorrow is also the Paint the Town Pink fundraiser! Students can bring a dollar or more and wear a pink! Last year we raised over $1500! We can do it again! The class that raises the most money gets an ice cream party and extra recess! Let's support our community and come together for this special cause!
Our final full day PreK/Kindergarten round up for the 2026/27 school year is coming up this Friday at the Whiting Family YMCA! Hours are 9-11:30 and 12:30 - 3:00. Enter through their main doors.
It's important if you haven't registered yet to come out this Friday to get the ball rolling! Registering early helps us plan for the upcoming year!
Also, every student who attends will get a special goodie bag, their first Lil' Oiler t-shirt, and some other goodies! We look forward to seeing you there!
It's important if you haven't registered yet to come out this Friday to get the ball rolling! Registering early helps us plan for the upcoming year!
Also, every student who attends will get a special goodie bag, their first Lil' Oiler t-shirt, and some other goodies! We look forward to seeing you there!
Don't forget today is Bike or Walk to School Day! You can drop students off by the Little League Fields if you need to and someone will walk them down Oliver to Door 4 where they'll get a special surprise and greeting from our Mayor, our police chief, and our fire chief!
There is so much happening this week, starting with Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! Don't forget to complete the google form or send your child's teacher a message in Dojo or through email to let them know how appreciated they are!
Tomorrow is an eLearning Day so students will NOT be in school tomorrow but will complete assignments online. Make sure students answer the attendance question to be counted present! Email your child's teachers with any questions!
Wednesday is Walk or Bike to School Day! We have a special surprise for all students who walk or bike!
Please see the attached letter with all the info happening through the end of the year, including a sign up for volunteers for Field Day!
La nota está en inglés y en español.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-g5u0cmTRIznMNXraDbwKC-0fl5nlAXuhv82xWGXaBg/edit?usp=sharing
Tomorrow is an eLearning Day so students will NOT be in school tomorrow but will complete assignments online. Make sure students answer the attendance question to be counted present! Email your child's teachers with any questions!
Wednesday is Walk or Bike to School Day! We have a special surprise for all students who walk or bike!
Please see the attached letter with all the info happening through the end of the year, including a sign up for volunteers for Field Day!
La nota está en inglés y en español.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-g5u0cmTRIznMNXraDbwKC-0fl5nlAXuhv82xWGXaBg/edit?usp=sharing
Have a hidden talent you've been waiting to share? We'd love to see it! Talent Show tryouts are THIS Thursday! You must sign up ahead of time. Use the link in sign up genius to reserve your spot today!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48ACA72DA5FFC16-63730411-nathan#/
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48ACA72DA5FFC16-63730411-nathan#/
Tomorrow is St. Patrick's Day and since our school colors are already green, it's an easy day to dress up for! The Nathan Hale class that wears the most SCW green Oiler shirts/sweatshirts will get a special treat from the leprechaun!
It is NOT a dress down day, so students should be in regular pants and uniformity of color.
This Wednesday, March 11th, is our STEM Night for Nathan Hale students and families, Energizing Young Minds! We have many fun activities, treats, giveaways, and prizes! It is from 5-7 and you can enter through Door 4. We hope to see you there!
The sun finally came out and it warmed up to almost 30 today so we were able to go outside for recess! Unfortunately, we had several students who chose not to wear winter coats today who had to stay in. While 30 degrees is warm enough to be outside to play, it's not warm enough if students are not wearing appropriate jackets. Please make sure students are wearing their winter coats to school. If the real feel temperature is under 45, students must have a winter jacket to go outside.
Thanks to donations from both Baran Funeral Home and Brian Andreshak and his Share the Warmth Coat Drive, all students who needed a winter coat were able to get one before the cold weather came in December. If anyone still needs one, we still have a few available so reach out to the Nathan Hale Office.
Thanks to donations from both Baran Funeral Home and Brian Andreshak and his Share the Warmth Coat Drive, all students who needed a winter coat were able to get one before the cold weather came in December. If anyone still needs one, we still have a few available so reach out to the Nathan Hale Office.
Tomorrow, Thursday, February 12th, students can wear a fun Valentine's Day shirt or pink, or red with any school appropriate bottoms, including jeans (without holes or tears). If students are not dressing in Valentine's Day shirts, they should be in regular uniformity of color.
Also, don't forget Friday and Monday we are not in school in celebration of President's Day. Enjoy your long four day weekend and we will see you on Tuesday, February 17th!
Also, don't forget Friday and Monday we are not in school in celebration of President's Day. Enjoy your long four day weekend and we will see you on Tuesday, February 17th!
Good morning!
We were just informed that the Whiting Public Library will be closed today due to renovation work. It will reopen tomorrow at it's normal time. Students will not be able to go there after school today.
Also, don't forget that Friday, February 13th and Monday, February 16th we are not in school in observance of President's Day!
We were just informed that the Whiting Public Library will be closed today due to renovation work. It will reopen tomorrow at it's normal time. Students will not be able to go there after school today.
Also, don't forget that Friday, February 13th and Monday, February 16th we are not in school in observance of President's Day!
We love seeing everyone in their Bears gear and even heard a few cars at drop off playing the Bear Down Chicago Bears song! Love the spirit!
Wanted to also give a reminder that Monday, January 19th, is Martin Luther King Day and we are not in school. There is a march and celebration starting at the MLK Freedom Plaza on Tapper Ave. in Hammond at 6:30 am Monday to the Civic Center and PNW will also be hosting some events at their Westville campus.
We have so much happening these next six days and wanted to highlight everything going on!
Tomorrow, Friday, December 12th
NH Holiday Concert @ Memorial Gym
Enter through Doors 8 or 11.
K/1/2 starts at 1:00 and 3/4/5 starts at 2:00.
I've attached a copy of the letter Mr. Pecher has sent home the past two weeks for additional information
Monday, December 15th
Jolly Old Elf Day- Wear Red or Green and we'll see which team wins!
Tuesday, December 16th
Silly Stocking Day- wear your wildest, wackiest, or coziest socks!
SCW Band and Choir Holiday Concert @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 17th
Wintery Wednesday- White out conditions so wear lots of white!
This is a regular dismissal time Wednesday!
Thursday, December 18th
Greeny Grinch Day- wear any Grinchwear or green!
Friday, December 19th
Cozy Cabin PJ Day- wear your comfy, coziest pajamas (no slippers please!)
EARLY RELEASE DAY! Students dismiss at 2:30 pm!
Saturday, December 20th through January 5th
Winter Break
Monday, January 5th
Teacher Only Day
Tuesday, January 6th
Students Return!
Tomorrow, Friday, December 12th
NH Holiday Concert @ Memorial Gym
Enter through Doors 8 or 11.
K/1/2 starts at 1:00 and 3/4/5 starts at 2:00.
I've attached a copy of the letter Mr. Pecher has sent home the past two weeks for additional information
Monday, December 15th
Jolly Old Elf Day- Wear Red or Green and we'll see which team wins!
Tuesday, December 16th
Silly Stocking Day- wear your wildest, wackiest, or coziest socks!
SCW Band and Choir Holiday Concert @ 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 17th
Wintery Wednesday- White out conditions so wear lots of white!
This is a regular dismissal time Wednesday!
Thursday, December 18th
Greeny Grinch Day- wear any Grinchwear or green!
Friday, December 19th
Cozy Cabin PJ Day- wear your comfy, coziest pajamas (no slippers please!)
EARLY RELEASE DAY! Students dismiss at 2:30 pm!
Saturday, December 20th through January 5th
Winter Break
Monday, January 5th
Teacher Only Day
Tuesday, January 6th
Students Return!