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Seniors Adam Cook and Olivia Halverson turn 18 on Election Day
From Birthday Cake to Ballot Box
Gathering for a picture, teacher Pitzenberger-Timp's art class show off their costumes.
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
American Government students Harley Giellis-Goodman (12), Aarebella Haynes (12), Gwenith Pasker (12), Hannah Palmershein (12), Shelby Waterhouse (12), and Olivia Halverson (12) pose inside the clock tower on their visit to the Delaware County Courthouse.
Government Classes Tour Courthouse
Makenna Kelly is the new Brain Health Room liaison.
New Leadership in the Brain Health Room: A Fresh Approach to Cognitive Wellness
Voters receive this sticker after they vote.
Students Work Election Polls
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!
The Hawks celebrate after Brooke Krogmann (12) scores the winning point over Davenport Assumption in the quarterfinals.
Volleyball Makes Semifinal State Appearance
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
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
Justin Grawe

Justin Grawe, Staff

I am Justin Grawe, and I am a senior. I’m involved with speech, student council, FBLA, NHS, and the music department. Two of my favorite things are my Chacos and the Reese’s Outrageous Blizzard at DQ.  

All content by Justin Grawe
A group of seniors walk to the elementary and middle school for the senior walk.

College Concerns

Justin Grawe, Staff
May 14, 2019
Seniors Justin Grawe and Olivia Neuzil perform a duet at the Solo and Ensemble Competition.

[Photo] Solo and Ensemble

Paighton Lindauer, Staff
April 11, 2019
Tehya Demmer (12) and Lauren Ryan (12) watch as one of the cows in the hoop barn eats its feed.

Sprouting to New Opportunities

Justin Grawe, Staff
February 11, 2019
Senior Kaycee Elledge prepares a decoration to be placed on her homeroom door.

[Photo] The Homeroom Holiday Door Contest

Eva Winn, Staff
January 21, 2019
The new chemistry lab was completed about a month into the new school year.

Extreme Makeover Chemistry Lab Edition

Justin Grawe, Staff
December 11, 2018
Front Row: Jacob Butler, Victoria Harris, Macey Kleitsch, Reagan Dolan, Leah Wegmann, Emma Dunkel, Kamille Hawker, Abbie Placke; Row 2: Matthew Salas, Allison Collier, Katie Crock, Hailey Hellmann, Kinley Kolbet, Isabelle Willey, Gracie Weeks, Brooke Drabek, Hannah Axline; Back Row: Tanner Kelchen, Sam Loecke, Kale Rempe, Christopher La Rosa, Chad Bishop, Ben Petlon, Evan Woods, Jacob Georgen, Luke Farmer.

[Photo] NHS Induction

Emily Klostermann, Contents Editor
November 19, 2018
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Senior Bryce Tucker and his homeroom were tasked with chalking the sidewalk in front of the school. Every year, students spend the Friday prior to Homecoming decorating the school.

[Photo] Wrecking Waverly

Tyler Salow, Webmaster
October 1, 2018
Evan Woods (11), Luke Farmer (11), Ryan Phillips (12), & Daniel Woods (12)

Running Men

Justin Grawe, Contents Editor
September 11, 2018
Kyli Hass (12) messes around with the sound board in the ROCK 108 studio.

Rock and Roll Kyli

Justin Grawe, Staff
May 4, 2018
From left: Danielle Krogmann (10), Kirsten Stiefel (10), Alias Underwood (9), Kieran Monaghan (9), Kylie Pennington (9), JoAnna Voss (11), Morgan Collier (9), Madalynn Burke (12).

April Career Ready Students of the Month

Justin Grawe, Staff
May 3, 2018
Tyler Salow (11) leads a crew member.

Salow’s Dilemma

Justin Grawe, Staff
April 25, 2018
Locking the boys' bathroom with boards and chains, Principal Tim Felderman stops the vandalism.

Shut Down for the Day

Justin Grawe, Staff
March 27, 2018
Eighteen students drove their tractors to school February 21 in celebration of FFA Week. Front Row: Kyle Steffen (11), Nathan Mangold (9), Brady Carroll (12), Georgie Hilby (11), Jacob Kaiser (11), Kody Wenger (11), Chad Bishop (10), Zach Goebel (10), Clayton Haight (10), Levi Mullis (10); Back Row: Jim Shover (12), Jim Drummy (11), Mitch Krogmann (9), Adam Andregg (11), Adam Monaghan (11), Josh Hilby (12), Spencer Hutchinson (11), Jeff Ilgen (11), Harrison Goebel (12), Kyle Deutmeyer (9).

To Celebrate FFA Week, Students Drive Tractors to School

Justin Grawe, Staff
March 15, 2018
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