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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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Zach O'Rear

Zach O’Rear, Staff

Howdy! My name is Zachariah D. O’Rear, and I am a senior at West Delaware High School. I’m involved in cross country, band, choir, musical, speech, show choir, and the spring play. I am a second-year journalism student. In the outside world, I have a few side hustles. I work at Fareway, KMCH, and Plumb Supply Company. 

All content by Zach O’Rear
Girls Wrestling Regional Qualifier Recap

Girls Wrestling Regional Qualifier Recap

Zach O'Rear, Staff
January 30, 2023
PORK BUTCHER DAY

[Video] Pork Butcher Day

January 13, 2023
Juniors Maggie Millenkamp, Luca Smith, and Mia Hodson hold up the various items they received during "Be Kind To Your Mind" day.

[Photo] Mental Health Day

December 19, 2022
While observing the Yearbook Staff Board in the commons, Gabriel Drinkwater (12), Haze Seibert (11) and Jonathan Ermer (12) talk to Jason Guyer.

Freshmen Nathan Hanson, Brandell Harper, Kaiden Haas, Aidan Holz, and Cameron Guyer pose for a picture at Be kind to Your Mind day in the high school commons.

During Be Kind To Your Mind day, students make mantra bracelets in Seedorff Gym.

Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?

Do You Decorate The Back of Your Christmas Tree?

Zach O'Rear, Staff
December 15, 2022
Head Coach Ashley Heims gives directions to her players in between innings.

Focus on the Field

Zach O'Rear, Staff
December 14, 2022
Back Row: Kylee Shoop (10), Hannah Cantwell (10), Samantha Murray (11), Anna O'Rear (9), Alexis Bunting (9), Ella Goedken (10), Head Coach Dale Meyer; Front Row: Kloee Chrystal, Kendra Lux (10), Addison Burger (10), Abigail O'Rear (11), Addesyn Welcher (9), Paige Woellert (10), Emily Gudenkauf (10), and Catherine Drapeaux (10).

West Delaware Girls Wrestling Kicks Off

Zach O'Rear, Staff
November 17, 2022
Saul Barron plays "Carry on My Wayward Son" by Kansas with West Delaware's Bass Clef choir.

The Keymaster

Zach O'Rear, Staff
November 10, 2022
Hauschild fist bumps Sophomore Griffin Lott, before the Waverly-Shell Rock game started.

The Man Behind the Lens

Zach O'Rear
October 17, 2022
“Find good friends. You’re going to be able to hang out with people throughout high school.”Michael Kephart, (10th Grade)

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The Bass Clef Chorus sings the holiday classic "Jingle Bells."

West Delaware’s Holiday Music Celebration!

Zach O'Rear, Staff
January 3, 2022
The Mixed Chorus performs "S'Vivon."

The Mixed Chorus performs "S'Vivon."

The Treble Clef Choir performs "White Winter Hymnal."

The Treble Clef Choir continues performance with "By Candlelight."

The Mixed Choir begin with singing "Winter Wonderland."

The Treble Clef Choir continues performance with "By Candlelight."

The Treble Clef Choir continues performance with "By Candlelight."

The Treble Clef Choir continues performance with "By Candlelight."

The Treble Clef Choir concludes their performance with "White Winter Hymnal."

The Treble Clef Choir choir begins their performance with "Candy Cane Lane."

The trombones play "Baba Yetu."

The saxophone section preforms "Baba Yetu."

Director Jonathan D. Green conducts the band as they perform "Adventum."

The Concert band performs "Linus and Lucy" from "A Charlie Brown Celebration."

The clarinet section begins playing "A Charlie Celebration."

The Concert band performs "A Charlie Brown Celebration."

The Concert band starts the show with "A Charlie Brown Celebration."

Band Director Jonathan Green delivers an introduction.

The West Delaware Concert band stands at the beginning of the concert.

Carson Less (120) stares down his opponent to get a better angle.

Hawk Wrestlers Embrace the Opportunity to Compete

Zach O'Rear, Staff
December 9, 2021
The Band plays at the Veterans Day Assembly on November 11 to honor the Military Branches.

[Photo] Veterans Day

Adrian Swenka, Staff
December 5, 2021
Stephanie LaRosa (10), Alexis McTaggart (12), Maddie Hoeger (12), Ava Neuhaus (12), and Willow Thompson (12) race across the Vinton-Shellsburg campus.

Sharpened by Motivation

Zach O'Rear, Staff
November 10, 2021
Playing Donna Sheridan, Liz Sleper (10), is being lifted in the air by cast mates.

[Photo] Making Memories with ‘Mamma Mia!’

Macy Deutmeyer, Staff
November 4, 2021
Freshman Brett Yonkovic runs a play against the Solon Spartans. The freshmen beat Solon, 32-0.

Freshmen Football Smashes the Spartans

Zach O'Rear, Staff
August 27, 2021
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