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Inklings
Lifeguards prepare for their first shift at the pool. Front Row: Tiana Washington (12), Keizel Rivera (10), Avery Carroll (10), Anna Williams (9), Gwenith Pasker (12), Harrison Nefzger (9); Row 2: Carlie Lewin, Maya Pennington (11), Erin Wegmann, Alaina Bardgett (11); Back Row: Caleb Stocks (12), Josh Sleper (9), Evan Dunkel (12). (Photo contributed by Krista Briggs)
Suntan Lotion to Serious Skills
Director Jonathan Green conducts the band.
Pulling It All Together
Typing at his computer, Principal Tim Felderman completes paperwork. Felderman has worked with students in all capacities from an Ag teacher to principal.
West Delaware Long Time Principal Announces His Move to Hampton Dumont
Kate Wenger (12), Paige Woellert (12), Jax Miller (12), and Kirstyn Kolbet (12) pose with a picture of their future roommate. Image designed on Canva by Hannah Cantwell.
Rummaging for Roommates
Madi Deutmeyer (11) played percussion at the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) conference at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo contributed by Pam Deutmeyer.)
Barnyard Beats
The Mountain Climber award poster in the freshman hallway recognizes the first recipients.
Climbing the Mountain
Typing at his computer, Principal Tim Felderman completes paperwork. Felderman has worked with students in all capacities from an Ag teacher to principal.
West Delaware Long Time Principal Announces His Move to Hampton Dumont
Macoy Peyton (12) hits the ball down the course.
Swinging for Success
Getting over 10 gallons of water dumped on their heads, Tess Thomsen (10), Ruby Dolan (9), and Vivian Clar (9) react to the cold water. (Picture taken from video of the girls doing the challenge)
More Than A Cold Splash
Showing kids the different parts of a tractor, John Wickman (10), Hunter Rave (10), and Blake Ries (11) explain the importance of being safe around big machinery.
Skills for Surprise Situations
Coach Ryan King instructs Lena Pettlon (11) on third during the Ed-Co scrimmage.
Above and Far Beyond the Field
Seth Jackson (12), Clark Morris (12), Christian Timmerman (12), and Levi Wilson-Bries pose in front of their senior posters after qualifying for state. (Photo contributed)
West Delaware Track Teams Excel at 3A State Meet with Record-Breaking Performances
Macoy Peyton (12) hits the ball down the course.
Swinging for Success
The upgraded weightroom contains new racks, weights, and other equipment.
Lifting Spirits … and Weights
After hitting the ball, senior Evan Dunkel watches as it flies through the air. Dunkel has a nine hole average of 56.00.
Boys Golf Sectionals
Kate Wenger (12), Paige Woellert (12), Jax Miller (12), and Kirstyn Kolbet (12) pose with a picture of their future roommate. Image designed on Canva by Hannah Cantwell.
Rummaging for Roommates
A Team Full of Cuties
A Team Full of Cuties
Students' Secret Likes or Dislikes
Students’ Secret Likes or Dislikes
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?
Students utilize the new weight room before and after school while Matt Seabold supervises.
Artificial Intelligence Should Guide Ideas, Not Replace Them
Zach Jolley (4) and Eli Shipley (10) warm up for a performance. Jolley was filling in for in Sam Mejia, who was missing that rehearsal.
Senior. Sophomore. Junior. Elementary School?
Senior Emily Gudenkauf singing Santa Baby at the holiday assembly.
Working Towards Childhood Dream
Students enjoy many contemporary novels.
Words to Live By
On Nov. 15, A group of thespians gather in the UNI auditorium to watch “Zombie Prom.” with other theater troupes. Front Row: Claire Manson (12), Jeanne Bargette (9), Makayla Seeley (10), Baylea Hutchinson (10); Back Row: Jennifer Lamb, Tina Ostrander, Eli Shipley (10), Kaidyn Robbins (9), Keizel Rivera (10), Sophia Hegland (11).
Thespians Go to Festival
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
First-year head coach Jake Voss and assistant coach Jeff Voss lead the West Delaware wrestling team to a second-place finish at the Dual Team State Championships. Photo contributed by Lisa Yonkovic.
All For the Team
Braden Wenger competes at a swim meet. Photo contributed by Hattie Peterson.
Five Schools Combine for Swimming
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
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Inklings
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Inklings
Practicing their show "The Beatles," the band rehearses with their new bell covers. The covers were purchased to slow the spread of the virus.

Covering Up COVID-19 With New Bell Covers

Grace Reth, Staff
November 6, 2020
State Honors

State Honors

Grace Reth, Staff
October 29, 2020
2020 Quarantine Playlist

2020 Quarantine Playlist

Alissa Holtz, Staff
May 28, 2020
Natalie Kehrli, Jacob Wenger, and Tanner Kelchen play in Jazz Band I at Swing into Spring.

Jazz Band Competitions and Results

Janel Butler, Staff
March 9, 2020
WD Forté, Crew and Back-Up Band

New York City

Reagan Dolan, Photo Editor
January 10, 2020
Addison Reetz (11), Anna Werner (11) and Laney Robinson (10) pose next to their partners after performing their Davenport show.

A Holiday Trio

Natalie Kehrli, Contents Editor
December 13, 2019
Kalen Recker (11), Alias Underwood (11), Joshua Seeley (11), Myles Ponsar (10), Trey Boczkowski (9) and Elijah Heims (12) act out choreography with the rest of the Bass Clef Chorus. The choir members whipped out various pieces of Christmas clothing (including hats) for the last song, "Jingle Bells."

Sounds of the Season Includes Entertaining Features

Grace Johnson, Contents Editor
December 11, 2019
Before dress rehearsal, Kaylee Osterhaus (11) and Kaleah Carter (12) enjoy their tea.

Behind the Curtain

Carla Gomez, Staff
November 20, 2019
Denise Cherry (12), Kaylee Osterhaus (11), Matthew Salas (12), Anna Werner (11) and Grant Schneiders (12) represent West Delaware in their All State concert attire.

They’ve Got the Music in Them

Anna Werner, Staff
November 8, 2019
Anna Werner (11) and Kaleah Carter (12) sing through "Unclouded Day," one of the five All State pieces.

Preparing for the Big Day

Natalie Kehrli, Contents Editor
October 25, 2019
Teacher Duane Philgreen accompanies Kaylee Osterhaus (11), Denise Cherry (12), Anna Werner (11) and Lainey Robinson (10) as they sing a song from "Sister Act" during the rainy homecoming parade.

An Interview with Cast Member of ‘Sister Act’

Grace Johnson, Contents Editor
October 23, 2019
West Delaware Presents "Sister Act!"

West Delaware Presents “Sister Act!”

Emma Merkes, Contents Editor
October 21, 2019
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