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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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Inklings
Claire Demmer

Claire Demmer, Staff

I am Claire Demmer and I am a junior. I am involved in softball and volleyball. You can find me usually laughing at my own jokes and playing with my cats.

All content by Claire Demmer
Junior Emily Ronnebaum holds up her award-winning Indian.

Emily Ronnebaum Pursues her Passion

Claire Demmer, Staff
May 13, 2019
Jeffrey Ilgen (12) and Bo Juran (12) pose for a picture with their prizes.

West Delaware Welders Win Big

Claire Demmer, Staff
April 29, 2019
Front Row: Jamie Gunter, Emma Dunkel, Rebecca Cole, Camryn Borchardt; Back Row: Kylie Pennington, Danielle Krogmann, Isabelle Willey, Emily Ronnebaum, Kale Rempe, Zoey Ponsar, Molly Mullis, Kamille Hawker.

WaMaC Art Students Honored

Claire Demmer, Staff
April 17, 2019
In a family meeting, Taylor Hammer (10), Mikayla Neuzil (10) and Tyler Salow (12) act as Daisy, June, and Ernest Stanley, respectively. The family's life is interrupted when radio host Sheridan Whiteside breaks his hip on their doorstep.

[Photo] West Delaware Presents “The Man Who Came To Dinner”

JoAnna Voss, Sports Editor
April 10, 2019
Junior Reed Northburg, senior Dakota Waterhouse, and senior Jeff Ilgen sign with XL Specialized Trailers.

Seven Students Sign with Three Local Businesses

Claire Demmer, Staff
April 4, 2019
Teachers encourage students to check their email daily.

Students Fail to Check Their Email

Claire Demmer, Staff
March 26, 2019
Brothers Noah and Hunter Slaymaker compete in the NE Iowa Basketball Skills Competition on Feb. 2.

Hunter Slaymaker Competes in Special Olympics

Claire Demmer, Staff
February 21, 2019
Hershey's Kisses

“My First Kiss Went a Little Like This”

Claire Demmer, Staff
February 19, 2019
Advice for the New Year

Advice for the New Year

Claire Demmer and Sabrina Welcher
January 24, 2018
In the 2017 season, Emily Klostermann (11) winds up to pitch.

Early Morning Risers: Softball Players Wake Up Early to Get Better

Claire Demmer, Staff
January 5, 2018
Nolan Monaghan (12) stands alongside the Norman Borlaug statue.

Monaghan Attends the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Claire Demmer, Staff
November 29, 2017
Lauren Collier (12) and Claire Demmer (11) along with Athletic Director Matt Weis and Coach Brett Mather, present the check to the hospital staff.

Volleyball Gives Back

Claire Demmer, Staff
November 20, 2017
Quarterback Mitchel Mangold (11) hands the ball off to running back Kale Rempe (10) during the Maquoketa game.

The Moment You Will Never Forget

Claire Demmer, Staff
October 30, 2017
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