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  • October 30Spooky Scary Students!
  • October 28Hawks Win Semi-Finals
  • October 28Kartman Punches her Second Ticket
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    Seniors Adam Cook and Olivia Halverson turn 18 on Election Day
    From Birthday Cake to Ballot Box
    Spooktacular Styles
    The H.A.W.K.S Nest provides an opportunity for students to get caught up on work.
    Focused Minds, Bright Futures
    When students show up late, the secretaries hand them a pass like this before they go to class.
    Every Day Is School Day
    Erin Mensen poses with her finished landscaping project at the Masonville Fire Department. This project took Mensen over 10 hours to complete. (Photo Contributed)
    Mensen: the First Female Eagle Scout in Region
    When students show up late, the secretaries hand them a pass like this before they go to class.
    Every Day Is School Day
    On Monday, Oct. 29, freshmen Abbigail Stoffel and Kaci Reth help decorate the commons for Halloween.
    Spooky Scary Students!
    While running the ball, quarterback Brent Yonkovic (12) pushes away his opponent. The team beat CPU, 49-6.
    Students Celebrate Homecoming Week
    As an eight-year-old, Ava Pettlon rides in the combine with her dad, Mike Pettlon. (Photo Contributed)
    Pettlon Sees Future in Farming
    Wearing blue, over 100 students pose for a photo to show support.
    Blue For Hunter Goodman
    On Thursday, juniors Emma Schmidt and Lauren LeClere strive to block the ball. LeClere led West Delaware with seven blocks.
    Hawks Win Semi-Finals
    Brynn Kartman (10) leads a pack at the Hawk's home meet. Kartman placed 20th with a time of 20:31.46
    Kartman Punches her Second Ticket
    On Tuesday night, junior Lauren LeClere aims to hit the ball during the varsity match against Marion. LeClere accumulated 10 kills that night, helping the Hawks win 3-1.
    On a Roll
    Seth Jackson (11), Clark Morris (11), Levi Wilson-Bries (11), Christian Timmerman (11), and Nick Mensen (12) participate in state track.
    Jumping for State Track
    The Girls golf team poses with their state qualifier banner. Left to right: Andrea Wubbena, Susie Funke, Emma Hogan, Maylin Coates, Rayleigh Heims, Malorie Putz.
    Girls Golf Qualifies for State
    Seniors Ava Bockenstedt, Izzy Schmitz, Emma Hogan, Taylor Domeyer, Kyndall Nelson, Mia Hodson, and Luca Smith throw confetti before the first varsity football game of the season.
    The Ghost of Our School Spirit
    The Iowa legislature's bill to have all students in public school sing the national anthem each day is to be proposed later today.
    The National Anthem: To Sing Or Not To Sing?
    Keevan Hauschild (12) uses AI to create a sample of computer code. This highlights one of many uses for AI.
    Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe?
    Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?
    Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?
    Lucy Loecke (12) keeps with the pack during the second mile at Decorah.
    Why You Should Get Involved at West Delaware?
    At the end of Act I, Wes Duggan (11) leads the Sycamore family in prayer. Left to right: Erin Wegmann, Trent Menard, Wes Duggan, Keevan Hauschild, Liz Sleper, Grace Sleper, Christian Timmerman, Evan Kartman, and Caleb Stocks.
    You Can’t Take It With You
    Friends characters, Olivia Zirtzman, Elizabeth Sleper, Kaeleb Sickles, Ethan Grawe, Madeline Palas, Evan Kartman, react to modern technology.
    Make ‘Em Laugh
    Alexis McTaggart (12) poses in her purchased dress from Brides and Weddings in Manchester.
    Prom Trends
    A group of characters pose after finishing their dance.
    ‘Peter and the Star Catcher’
    The "Peter and the Star Catcher" cast prepare for the upcoming April 7, 8, and 9 play performances.
    ‘Peter and the Star Catcher’ Performance
    Mia Moreno (12) portions out the M&M's in a measuring cup.
    Down Syndrome Doesn’t Define Her
    Fighting Mental Health With Yoga
    Fighting Mental Health With Yoga
    Senior Hallie Knutson shows off one of her many paintings.
    Hallie Knutson Paints a Plan For Her Future
    Technology specialist Gary Lubben prepares to launch a toilet paper roll in a game of TP Dodgeball during the Homecoming Olympics last fall.
    Where’s Gary Lubben?
    After many years of collecting rocks, Shae Loecke's collection display slowly increases in size.
    Shae Loecke Rocks
    The cast of WDHA Radio performs their final scene.
    WDHA Radio Takes Center Stage
    Zach Wenger looks ahead during the state cross country meet, finishing the race with a 20:33.
    Boredom Fuels Success
    As a member of the panel, senior welding apprentice R.J. Helmrichs answers a question at the Work-based Learning Tour held at Henderson Products on Monday, Sept. 11.
    Work Based Learning Tour
    Memphis Voelker (9) grins as he walks up Lost Beach on Lake Delhi.
    Shredding Through Summer
    The Hawk's pose with their trophy and banner after claiming their fourth state title.
    The Perfect Ending to Four State Titles
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        Freshmen Come Together

        Led by Youth Frontiers and senior leaders, the freshman Respect Retreat was held on Sept. 7 in the Seedorff Gymnasium. The freshmen participated in relationship building activities such as the wave and friendly competitions.
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        Led by Youth Frontiers and senior leaders, the freshman Respect Retreat was held on Sept. 7 in the Seedorff Gymnasium. The freshmen participated in relationship building activities such as the wave and friendly competitions.

        Calasandra Spray
        October 3, 2016

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        Calasandra Spray, Staff

        I am Calasandra Spray an I am a junior.  I am involved in Cheerleading, Student Council, Art Club, and yearbook. I enjoy reading, sewing, and painting....

        Here are some pictures taken at the JV baseball ga Here are some pictures taken at the JV baseball game against Benton Community⚾️ • • • 📸: Carlee Smith
        Take a minute to learn a little about our new masc Take a minute to learn a little about our new mascot, Hank! 📝: Lexi Harbach
        Prom will be here soon! Check out the recent artic Prom will be here soon! Check out the recent article about this years prom trends! Link in bio! 📝: Carlee Smith
        Hey Seniors, help us give advice to the underclass Hey Seniors, help us give advice to the underclassmen! Survey is linked in bio and attached in an email from Mrs. Temeyer last Tuesday, April 12!
        The WaMaC Art Conference is fast approaching!! Che The WaMaC Art Conference is fast approaching!! Check out the article for more details! 📝: Luca Smith
        Check out the new inklings article about the West Check out the new inklings article about the West Delaware FFA Chapter! Link in bio. 📝:Jenna Philipp
        Louis Shontz has been bowling as long as he can re Louis Shontz has been bowling as long as he can remember! Check out the article about his story! Link in Bio! 📝: Keevan Hauschild
        Protein shakes are on the rise within the student Protein shakes are on the rise within the student body as drinking them is a quick and easy way to provide your body with the necessary nutrients. Check out the article! Link in bio! 📝:Keevan Hauschild
        Check out the recent inklings article about the fu Check out the recent inklings article about the fuel frenzy! Link in bio! 📝: Carlee Smith
        Check out the recent inklings article about Swing Check out the recent inklings article about Swing into Spring! Link in bio! 📝:Jaci Bries 📸:Jaci Bries
        Check out the recent article about speech All-Stat Check out the recent article about speech All-State nominations! Congratulations to all nominated! 📝:Luca Smith 📸:Carlee Smith
        West Delaware students want to spread kindness, es West Delaware students want to spread kindness, especially to the Good Neighbor Home! Check out the new inklings article about the DelCo Best Winter Warmth project! Link in bio! 📝: Jenna Philipp
        Check out our latest Hawk Personality Profile on M Check out our latest Hawk Personality Profile on Memphis Voelker! Link in bio! 📝:Lexi Harbach 📸:Jenne Voelker
        West Delaware clenches the win over rival, Indepen West Delaware clenches the win over rival, Independence, for the fourth year in a row, leading to the fourth consecutive championship title for the hawks! Check out the new inklings article over state wrestling duals! (Link in bio) 📝: Lexi Harbach 📸: Jenne Voelker
        Junior heavyweight, Cameron Guether, leaves his ma Junior heavyweight, Cameron Guether, leaves his mark at the State Wrestling Tournament! Check out the recent inklings article by Carlee Smith! Link in bio! 📝:Carlee Smith 📸: Janette Voss
        Hawk wrestling is back. The Hawks will compete to Hawk wrestling is back. The Hawks will compete tomorrow in a tournament at South Winneshiek, so make sure to go support them! 🤼 --and don't forget to checkout Zach O'Rear’s article on the start of the season. (linkinbio) Photo Creds📸 - Zach O’Rear
        Basketball season is heating up, so make sure to c Basketball season is heating up, so make sure to come support the Hawks 🏀 !! Photo Creds 📸 - Juliette Weber and Jenna Philipp
        Just a friendly reminder to purchase your yearbook Just a friendly reminder to purchase your yearbook before it's too late! Purchase at Jostens.com. (linkinbio)
        Check out the new Inklings article on marching ban Check out the new Inklings article on marching band by Erin Tran! 🎶 (Link in bio) Photo Creds 📸 - Juliette Weber
        Congrats to the girl's cross country team on anoth Congrats to the girl's cross country team on another successful season full of growth! Go check out Zach O'Rear's article on the girl's cross country team this year to hear more… 🏃🏽‍♀️ Photo Creds 📸 - Grant Menard
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