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Staff Spotlights

Meet the Team Behind WCS Success

Whitehall City Schools has some of the finest staff in Central Ohio. Read on to hear some of their inspiring stories. 

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Mother and Daughter Celebrate Convocation Together at WCS
Mother and Daughter Celebrate Convocation Together at WCS

This year’s Convocation at Whitehall City Schools was particularly special for longtime employee Anna Telerski Shultz and her daughter, Lily McClung. It marked a significant milestone for both—Anna’s 30th convocation and Lily’s first.

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Meet Janita Stoots: Music Teacher
Meet Janita Stoots: Music Teacher

In honor of National Arts in Education Week, we are thrilled to spotlight Janita Stoots, a dedicated music teacher at Whitehall City Schools for the past 20 years. Janita currently teaches 7th and 8th grade band, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade general music, and 8th grade enrichment at Rosemore Middle School.

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Meet Kristy Rothbrust: Art Teacher
Meet Kristy Rothbrust: Art Teacher

As we celebrate National Arts in Education Week, we are thrilled to spotlight one of our dedicated art educators, Kristy Rothbrust. For the past 18 years, she has been inspiring students at Whitehall City Schools. 

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Meet Kasey Burt: Music Teacher
Meet Kasey Burt: Music Teacher

In honor of National Arts in Education Week, we’re excited to highlight the work of Kasey Burt, who has been teaching music at Whitehall City Schools for an incredible 24 years. As a music teacher at Beechwood Elementary, Kasey brings the joy of music to life for her students daily. 

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Meet Mary, TESOL Teacher
Meet Mary, TESOL Teacher

Mary Long, a dedicated TESOL teacher at Etna Road Elementary, began teaching in 1990 and brought her passion and expertise to the Whitehall community in 2004. Today, she skillfully manages ten groups daily, ranging from 6 to 20 students each, focusing on hands-on and partner work to maximize conversational practice.

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Meet Robin, Head Cook
Meet Robin, Head Cook

For Robin Kefauver, working at Rosemore Middle School (RMS) is more than a job; it's a family tradition. As the Food Service Coordinator and Head Cook, Robin not only works alongside her oldest son, who serves as a custodian, but also delights in seeing her youngest son thrive as a 6th grader at the school. 

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Meet George, Head Custodian
Meet George, Head Custodian

 As Head Custodian at Whitehall-Yearling High School, George manages a team of six custodians who work together to ensure the school building runs smoothly. His day begins early at 5:45 AM, as he opens the building, turns on the lights, and ensures that every corner of the school is ready for the day ahead.

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Meet Chris, Maintenance
Meet Chris, Maintenance

Chris has been a steadfast presence in the maintenance department at Whitehall City Schools for over 16 years, contributing to a nearly four-decade career. A resident of Whitehall himself, Chris enjoys working in the community he calls home.

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Meet Angela, School Bus Aide
Meet Angela, School Bus Aide

Angela, a dedicated bus aide with Whitehall City Schools, is not only an important part of the transportation team but also a cornerstone of the community she grew up in. With a decade of service, Angela's journey with WCS began after staying at home to raise her six children. 

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Meet Mike, Head Mechanic
Meet Mike, Head Mechanic

At Whitehall City Schools, Mike plays a pivotal role as the Head Mechanic, a position he has held for over eight years. Every day, Mike arrives early, well before the buzz of daily school activities begins, to ensure that every bus and district vehicle is in top condition and ready to serve the community’s needs.

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Meet Amy, School Bus Driver
Meet Amy, School Bus Driver

For nearly 25 years, Amy has been a familiar and friendly face in Whitehall City Schools. As a dedicated bus driver, she has not only transported generations of students safely to and from school but has also played a crucial role in the operations and maintenance of the school buses.

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