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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
The Student News Site of West Delaware High School

Inklings
The Student News Site of West Delaware High School

Inklings
Kira Vaske

Kira Vaske, Photography Editor

I’m Kira Vaske and I am a senior. I’m involved in softball, volleyball, track, student council, NHS, FCA, and I am a wrestling administrative assistant. When I’m not busy, you can find me watching Netflix or pumping iron. My favorite thing in the world is spending time with my nephew, Bentley.

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Whatever Floats Your Boat

Whatever Floats Your Boat

Kira Vaske, Photography Editor
May 17, 2018
Life After High School

Life After High School

Kira Vaske
May 1, 2018
Seniors Nic Wulfekuhle, Isaiah Heims, Joshua Hilby, Colton Reid, Ryan Fangmann and James Shover play euchre at last year’s post prom.

Donate Today!

Kira Vaske, Photography Editor
April 24, 2018
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Celiac Disease: Life Without Gluten

Kira Vaske, Photography Editor
April 7, 2018
Front Row: Mitchel Mangold (11), Evan Woods (10); Back Row: Jack Neuhaus (10), Harrison Goebel (12), Carson Petlon (9), Jordan Bries (11).

Making Their Stand

Kira Vaske
February 21, 2018
Front Row: Stavely Maury (9), McKinley Rans (10), Ryan Phillips (11), Tyger Vaske (9), Evan Woods (10), Zach Fisher (10), Ethan Proper (9), Jacob Georgen (10), Reily Dolan (10), Luke Farmer (10); Second Row: Jack Neuhaus (10), Tristian Voelker (12), Cole Engel (12), Dylan Linderwell (12), Mason Gillihan (10), Cael Meyer (9), Kody Wenger (11), Daniel Woods (11), Alias Underwood (9), Conner Turnis (9); Back Row: Ben Ridenour (11), Jordan Bries (11), Mitchel Mangold (11), Jared Voss (9), Ben Petlon (9), Harrison Goebel (12), Carson Petlon (9), Sam Lyness (10), Christian Nunley (9), Noah Niemer (10), Kieran Monaghan (9), Wyatt Thompson (10), Nathan Mangold (9).

The Hawks Reappear at State Duals

Kira Vaske
February 12, 2018
Mitchel Mangold looks to the crowd as he earns his 100th win at Louisa-Muscatine.

Goals Meet Success

Kira Vaske
February 6, 2018
Beckman highlights the importance of self worth.

Get Inspired

Claire Rausch and Kira Vaske
January 22, 2018
Dare to Care For the Kids

Dare to Care For the Kids

Kira Vaske
December 22, 2016
Take a Chance and Dance: West Delaware Student Council Hosts Dance Marathon

Take a Chance and Dance: West Delaware Student Council Hosts Dance Marathon

Kira Vaske
December 22, 2016
Freshman Isabelle Willey videotapes Cole Engel during the Bob Murphy Invitational. Willey became an administrative assistant this year.

Stat That: West Delaware Girls Take Over Wrestling Stats

Kira Vaske, Staff
December 6, 2016
On September 20, Christine Boeckenstedt and Paula Andres Rodriguez paint a board to be displayed at the homecoming football game.

Painting New Homecoming Traditions

Kira Vaske
October 24, 2016

New Year, Different Schedule

Kira Vaske
October 3, 2016

Hard at Work

Kira Vaske
September 13, 2016
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