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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
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!
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
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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Rachel Haight

Rachel Haight, Webmaster

I am Rachel Haight and I am a senior. I am involved in speech, show choir, musical, student council, golf, and NHS. My favorite thing to do is watch Criminal Minds with my dog Ralph. My goal in life is to make it on Ellen’s new show Ellen’s Game of Games and be dropped in a pit of mashed potatoes.

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Sophomores Elias Tibbot, Ben Ries, Trace Rowley, Carter Klein, Eric Salow, and Gavin Tucker play a game of euchre at last year's Highway Dance and Game Night.

[Photo] FFA Hosts Highway Dance, Game Night

Tehya Demmer, Staff
March 25, 2019
Borium No More

Borium No More

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
May 15, 2018
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Dress to Impress

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
April 26, 2018
Andrew Buelow wins a new welding helmet for finishing second place at the Kirkwood Welding competition.

Continuing Welding Tradition

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
April 25, 2018
Elias Tibbott (9), Kieran Monaghan (9), & Tristan Voelker (12)

WD Boys Let Their Hair Down

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
April 10, 2018
A group of cast members read "The Director's Dilemma" before starting practice. From left: Ethan Opitz (11), Kennedy Niles (11), Matt Mensen (9), Taylor Hammer (9), Greta Höehndorf (10), Paris Schaul (12) and Tyler Salow (11).

[Photo] West Delaware Presents “Noises Off!”

JoAnna Voss, Sports Editor
April 9, 2018
Participating in the walkout, junior Laia López Rigol plays her violin in remembrance of school shooting victims.

[Photo] Enough.

Madalynn Burke, Staff
March 23, 2018
Hope Straley (11) poses with a few of her plants.

Everybody Has a Little Ag in Them

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
February 25, 2018
JV/Varsity. Front Row: Ryan Phillips, Evan Woods, Reily Dolan, Luke Farmer, Staveley Maury, Cael Meyer, Spencer Hutchinson, Tyger Vaske, Conner Turnis, Wyatt Thompson, Manager Nathan Mangold; Row 2: Coach Dale Meyer, Kody Wenger, Jacob Georgen, Mitchel Mangold, Tristan Voelker, Harrison Goebel, Cole Engel, Student Coach Dylan Linderwell, Benton Ridenour, Alias Underwood, Ethan Proper, Daniel Woods; Back Row: Coach Scott Litterer, Coach Pat Phillips, Zachary Fisher, Christian Nunley, McKinley Rans, Noah Niemer, Jack Neuhaus, Carson Petlon, Ben Petlon, Jared Voss, Kieran Monaghan, Sam Lyness, Jordan Bries, Coach Kris Lenz, Coach Jeff Voss.

Wrestling Takes Third Place at State Duals

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
February 17, 2018
Tyler Kelley (12) signs to play basketball for Mount Mercy University next year.

Tyler Kelley Signs With MMU Basketball

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
February 16, 2018
Front Row: Amber Cook (11), Olivia Neuzil (11), Bryonna Rodgers (12), Grace Reiss (11), and Kaley Pettlon (9); Back Row: Max Weber (12), Blake Cook (9), Adam Andregg (11), Brooke Holtz (9), Hallie Wenger (9), and Brynn Boeckensted (9). Not pictured: Kieran Monaghan (9).

[Photo] All-State and Senior Night

Leah Philipp, Contents Editor
February 15, 2018
Krogmann (11) jumps through the air to rebound the ball against the Solon Spartans.

Added To The List

Rachel Haight, Webmaster
February 9, 2018
Juniors Spencer Kluesner and Kody Wenger play cards against seniors Adam Kelchen and Josh Hilby at the Highway 20 Dance.

[Photo] Highway 20 Dance

Leah Philipp, Staff
January 26, 2018
Anna Thole (12)

Clothing Speaks Louder Than Words

Rachel Haight, Staff
December 22, 2016
Thanksgiving Traditions

Thanksgiving Traditions

Rachel Haight
November 22, 2016
It All Comes Down to Tonight as the Hawks Face Marion in District Battle

It All Comes Down to Tonight as the Hawks Face Marion in District Battle

Rachel Haight, Staff
October 14, 2016
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