Welcome to The Gockley Elementary School!
WCSD Mission Statement: The mission of the Whitehall-Coplay School District is to serve the entire community by providing educational opportunities designed to challenge students to strive for personal excellence and responsible citizenship.
About Gockley
About our School
The Gockley School is truly a "great place to start!" The School currently houses 12 Kindergarten, 12 First Grade classes, and one CLIU class. Our students begin their formal education in an attractive school designed in cluster or pod settings, which promote a versatile and stimulating environment. The staff provides a very caring atmosphere while implementing the most innovative teaching techniques available. Several members of our teaching staff have been recognized in "Who's Who in Teaching," and others have received the Howard L. Klopp Award for Exemplary Teaching, as well as the Outstanding Educator Award from Lehigh University. Support programs include a Whitehall Intervention Team, Title I Reading, supportive math, speech therapy, and emotional support and learning support class- rooms. Parents and grandparents have the opportunity to actively participate in the PTO volunteer program and the tutoring program under the direction of the guidance office.
A Great Place to Start!
Gockley Elementary provides an educationally innovative, nurturing and warm setting for our Kindergarten and first grade family.
Kindergarten and First Grade Transfer Registrations
The Whitehall-Coplay has implemented centralized registration for all incoming students. To register your child, please contact Lea Unger at 610-439-1431 x1014 to schedule an appointment and for further
information. Central Registration is located at the Whitehall-Coplay District Office.
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Kindergarten Registration
This year's kindergarten registration will be held March 27-30, 2012. This four day registration will be held at the Gockley School. Beginning the first week of February, parents may call the Gockley office (610-433-7551) to schedule an appointment. Students must be five years old prior to September 1, 2012. Further information will be given at the time you schedule your child's appointment.
Address/Contact Changes
Please keep the school office informed of any changes in address or phone numbers that may occur during the year. If you move within the Whitehall-Coplay School district you must provide a new proof of residence. Please call the District Office (Lea Unger) 610-439-1431 for the required documentation.
Safety Drills
Safety Drills will be conducted during the course of the school year at the Gockley building. These drills will include fire drills, weather alert drills, and safety lockdown drills. The purpose of conducting these practice scenarios helps our students and staff prepare for possible emergency situations. The goal at Gockley Elementary School is to provide a safe environment that promotes learning for our students.
Hours of Operation
Gockley Office Hours: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Contact Information
610.433.7551
2932 Zephyr Blvd.
Whitehall, PA 18052
