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As an eight-year-old, Ava Pettlon rides in the combine with her dad, Mike Pettlon. (Photo Contributed)
Pettlon Sees Future in Farming
Preparing for homecoming week, senior Josie McMahon draws SpongeBob's house for the senior SpongeBob hallway theme. McMahon covered the white walls with colorful and bright posters.
Students Decorate for Homecoming Week
Seniors Amelia Schnieders and Sydney Shover store their items in their lockers before class.
New Year, New Rule
Working the farm machinery rotation, senior Jack Smith teaches the students about the dangers of being around tractors.
Smarter Future Farmers
Wearing blue, over 100 students pose for a photo to show support.
Blue For Hunter Goodman
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
Senior Stephanie LaRosa is helped out of her vehicle during the mock crash.
A Fake Crash With Real Impact
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 Elio Grieson, Evan Kartman, and Keevan Hauschild work together to draw a sun. They were given one marker with three strings attached as a way to work on collaboration.
2024 IHSPA Spring News Contest
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
Sixteen girls qualify for state track. Front Row: Norah Peyton, Natalie Mensen, Addison Schulte, Brooklyn Ante, Kirstyn Kolbet, Abigail O'Rear, Brynn Kartman; Back Row: Coach Doug Engel, Lauren LeClere, Josie McMahon, Avery Schmitz, Charly Lynch, Kennedy Kolbet, Kate Loecke, Erin Mensen, Anna O'Rear, Addison Huffman, Assistant Coach Keri Schulte, and Assistant Coach Hailey Hellmann.
Sprinting For Victory
During the 2022 playoff game vs Solon, Doug Winkowitsch looks for an official to talk to.
Leaving a Legacy Bigger Than Football
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
Anna Sickels

Anna Sickels, Staff

Hi! My name is Anna Sickels, and I am a senior at West Delaware High School. I am involved in bowling, Journalism, group/individual/all-state speech, soccer, and NHS. When I am not in school, I enjoy reading, baking, being with my family, working at Scooters Coffee, and hanging out with friends. My favorite music artist is Taylor Swift, and my favorite color is blue. I have one cat named Kat.

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While running the ball, quarterback Brent Yonkovic (12) pushes away his opponent. The team beat CPU, 49-6.

Seniors Amelia Schnieders and Sydney Shover store their items in their lockers before class.

New Year, New Rule

Anna Sickels
September 17, 2024
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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

Anna Sickels
September 13, 2024
Amelia Schnieders (11) and Erika Holtz (12) learn the anatomy of a pig by dissecting it.

[Photo] Anatomy and Physiology Students Conduct Lab

January 13, 2024
Junior Aarebella Haynes and senior Kody Tran work together to dissect the pig for their anatomy class.

Maylin Coates (12), Ava Bockensteadt (12), and Kyria Loecke (12) dive right into learning the anatomy of pigs.

Students can often be seen with caffeinated drinks, like Monster, Bubbl'r, and Reign, in hand.

Energy In a Can

Anna Sickels, Staff
January 5, 2024
Jaidyn Ronnebaum (11), Madelynn Zehr (12), and Madison Wieser (12) pose for a picture with their medals. Photo courtesy of Angie Zehr.

Cheerleaders Participate In Iowa Honor Squad

Anna Sickels, Staff
December 11, 2023
During a rehearsal, the actors react to Zeke, played by Michael Kephart, smash a cake in Sharpay's face. Senior Liz Sleper played Sharpay.

[Photo] A Bit of Fun

December 7, 2023
The West Delaware cheerleaders pose for a group photo. Front Row: Cassidy Hack, Madelynn Zehr, Madison Wieser, Emily Neiers; Row 2: Karlee Wooten, Keizel Rivera Lopez, Natalie Beilby; Back Row: Jordan Kaiser, Aarebella Haynes, Jaidyn Ronnebaum, MaKenzie Haan, Kendra Lux, and Natalie Palmer.

Something New

Anna Sickels, Staff
November 17, 2023
Music Department Produces 'High School Musical'

Music Department Produces ‘High School Musical’

Anna Sickels, Staff
October 31, 2023
During musical rehearsals, senior Erin Wegman reads her lines for morning announcements.

Screaming during the song "Cellular Fusion," junior Gil Johnson, as Ryan Evans, and senior Liz Sleper, as Sharpay Evans, practice for the opening weekend.

Achieving a win against Vinton-Shellsburg on Oct. 17, Kate Wenger (11), Natalie Mensen (10), Addison Huffman (11), Norah Peyton (10), Vedah Langel (10), and Kirstyn Kolbet (11) celebrate their final point of the game. The Hawks fought for their win in three sets (25-21, 25-21, 25-6).

Hawks Take on Regionals

Anna Sickels, Staff
October 18, 2023
For homecoming dress-up days, senior Max Anderson blings out in a golden outfit for Denim and Disco day.

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