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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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Inklings
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Inklings
Adrian Swenka

Adrian Swenka, Staff

I’m Adrian Swenka, and I’m a junior. I play the trombone in band and participate in esports. I have two cats, and I always try to find time to care for a strawberry patch in my backyard.

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West Delaware and Beckman pep band members play together on Dec. 17.

West Delaware and Beckman Bands Perform Together

Adrian Swenka, Staff
January 12, 2022
What Is Your Preferred Winter Sport/Activity?

What Is Your Preferred Winter Sport/Activity?

Adrian Swenka, Staff
December 17, 2021
Senior NHS: Front Row: Jenna Philipp, Alyssa Peterson, Samantha Anderson, Alexis Rieken, Kylinne Meyers, Juliette Webber, Ella Koloc, Katelin Ante, Alexis McTaggart, Haley Hamm, Isabella Kanellis, Madelyn Hogan; Row 2: Gracie McCusker, Lori Hilby, Kayla Felton, Erin Hellmann, Jaci Bries, Makayla Gasper, Carlee Smith, Jadyn Peyton, Trevor Soppe, William Halverson, Payton Lewin, Blake DeMoss; Row 3: Morgan Beuter, Phillip Ries, Blake Deutmeyer, Andrew Ries, Ethan Hoefer, Emily Prier, Grace Millenkamp, Raub Loecke, Cody Monaghan, Kyle Cole, Lukas Meyer, Luke Kehrli; Absent: Lucas Beilby, Grace Jolley, Alicia Nachtman, Macie Putz, Laney Robinson, Wyatt Voelker, Rachel Wenger, Amastasia White

NHS Ceremony

Adrian Swenka, Staff
December 9, 2021
The Band plays at the Veterans Day Assembly on November 11 to honor the Military Branches.

Veterans Day

Adrian Swenka, Staff
December 5, 2021
Tim Guyer, HR Manager at Kendrick Forest, guides the students on writing resumes and cover letters in the multipurpose room.

[Photo] Peaking at Paths & Possibilities

Prottay Roy Chowdhury, Staff
November 12, 2021
Aaron Reasland speaks to the audience about why faith in God is powerful.

After Missing Last Year’s Fields of Faith, Students Keep the Faith Alive

Adrian Swenka, Staff
November 3, 2021
On September 29, Tiana Washington (9) wore pajamas in band class on Pajama day. “I honestly didn’t want to change,” Washington said.

Art Show

Adrian Swenka, Staff
May 18, 2021

Shaved Ice For All

Adrian Swenka, Staff
May 12, 2021
Ethan Grawe dribbles the ball toward Solon's goal.

Soccer Team Gains Experience

Adrian Swenka, Staff
May 10, 2021
Hannah Pederson (9) takes the ball up to score.

Fierce Competition

Adrian Swenka, Staff
April 29, 2021
Lukas Meyer and Kylinne Meyers spread pizza sauce on the dough and add the toppings.

Pizza Time

Adrian Swenka, Staff
April 22, 2021
On Tractor Day, Noah Jackson (11), Mitch Krogmann (12), Kaden Ryan (10), John Beswick (9), Lori Hilby (11), Phillip Ries (11), Blake Deutmeyer (11), Andrew Ries (11), Kyle Deutmeyer (12), Trent Deutmeyer (10) and Landon Rausch (10) pose in front of Ryan and Krogmann's tractors.

Making Tracks on Tractor Day

Adrian Swenka, Staff
April 6, 2021
Teacher Christian Carper plays time trials in Mario Kart at a team practice.

Carper Kart

Adrian Swenka, Staff
March 30, 2021
In Painting I, Kaytlinn Bounds (10) paints a portrait of two people dancing under a tree in the dark. “I really wanted to include a rat in my painting because I really like rats,” Bounds said.

Pandemic Painting

Adrian Swenka, Staff
March 27, 2021
Jayden Gaul

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