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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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Maddie Hogan

Madelyn Hogan, Staff

I am Maddie Hogan, and I am a senior. I am involved in speech, band, musical, and National Honor Society. I love photography and actually own four cameras of my own. My favorite medium to shoot in is film, and I mainly shoot landscapes. 

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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?

Maddie Hogan, Staff
January 13, 2022
After winning the second set, Olivia Halverson (9) throws her hands up in celebration.

After scoring an ace, Kayla Felton (12) celebrates.

Alivia Schulte (11) reaches to tip a ball up and over the block.

Diving toward the floor, Ella Koloc (12) reaches to pass a ball.

The West Delaware Hawks finish their volleyball season as 3A state champions with a final record of 43-5.

[Photo] We Are the Champions

November 5, 2021
Full of emotion, Carlee Smith (12) wipes away her tears after finishing her senior season as a state champion.

Teary eyed, Ella Koloc (12) hugges her volleyball state champion t-shirt.

Watching the ball, Carlee Smith (12) sets up her teammate.

Alivia Schulte (11)

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Immediately following their winning point, the Hawks celebrate their win.

[Photo] Hawks Beat Sergeant Bluff-Luton at State Volleyball

November 4, 2021
After the Hawks beat Sergeant Bluff-Luton, Ella Koloc (12) carefully sticks West Delaware's team sticker on the state volleyball bracket board.

Seniors Ella Koloc and Juliette Weber embrace each other after West Delaware beats Sergeant Bluff-Luton in the state volleyball semifinal match.

Senior Carlee Smith (1) cheers after her teammate freshman Brooke Krogmann (12) gets a kill.

Ella Koloc (12) celebrates after West Delawares scores after a long rally.

Hawks Beat Unity Christian at State Volleyball

Maddie Hogan, Staff
November 2, 2021
Alivia Schulte (11) reaches to tip the ball over in the state quarterfinal match against Unity Christian.

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Jaci Bries (12) takes flight as she reaches to hit the ball.

At the pink out game on Sept. 14 against Solon, senior Ella Koloc (4) cheers with senior Carlee Smith (1) and freshman Brooke Krogman (12) after scoring a point.

[Photo] Creeping up on the Competition

November 1, 2021
At the pink out game on Sept. 14 against Solon, senior Ella Koloc (4) cheers with senior Carlee Smith (1) and freshman Brooke Krogman (12) after scoring a point.

[Photo] Creeping up on the Competition

Madelyn Hogan, Staff
November 1, 2021
Participating in the Homecoming Olympics, Bret Mather, teacher and renowned volleyball coach, reaches to catch balloons during the Hungry Hungry Hippos game. Mather was representing the junior class. "We lost," Mather said. "All I wanted [after we lost] was another chance at it." Teacher Jennie Voss won the game for the senior class.

[Photo] Homecoming Moments

October 12, 2021
In pursuit of victory during the Homecoming Olympics, senior Carlee Smith beats her opponent in rock paper scissors. Smith won the game for the seniors, which gained points for their overall victory.

Coach Brett Mather gives the volleyball girls strategy before a match during the Thursday night season opener.

[Photo] Hawk Volleyball Kicks Off Season

CJ Taylor, Staff
August 27, 2021
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