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A Season of Thanks
Stapling the kindness links together, senior Susie Funke helps out student council by adding to the juniors' kindness chain.
Kindness: A Chain Reaction
On Nov. 15, A group of thespians gather in the UNI auditorium to watch “Zombie Prom.” with other theater troupes. Front Row: Claire Manson (12), Jeanne Bargette (9), Makayla Seeley (10), Baylea Hutchinson (10); Back Row: Jennifer Lamb, Tina Ostrander, Eli Shipley (10), Kaidyn Robbins (9), Keizel Rivera (10), Sophia Hegland (11).
Thespians Go to Festival
NHS Seniors: Front Row: Jaidyn Ronnebaum, Gwenith Pasker, Kirstyn Kolbet, Trudy Loecke, Ali Robinson, Maleah Demmer, Abigail Kass, Susan Funke, Olivia Halverson, Parker Peterson, Jax Miller; Row 2: Anna Sickels, Claire Manson, Aubrey Wilson, Paige Woellert, Andrea Wubbena, Myka Brooks, Amelia Schnieders, Josie McMahon, Kennedy Kolbet, Brooke Krogmann, Adam Cook, Seth Jackson; Back Row: Evan Dunkel, Owen Pettlon, Sam Ogden, Jack Buesing, Nick Lewis, Brent Yonkovic, Caleb Stocks, Jeryn Funke, Nickolas Uthe, Braden Wenger, Keagan Jackson. (Missing from picture: Hannah Cantwell, Kate Wenger, Addison Burger, Kennedy Loesche.)
NHS Induction
Seniors Adam Cook and Olivia Halverson turn 18 on Election Day
From Birthday Cake to Ballot Box
Working in free time, senior Josie McMahon is ready to present her slideshow.
Working to Boost Career Preparation
Junior Aiden Wulfekuhle signs his letter of intent with Henderson Products. With Wulfekuhle is Thomas Kenny, left, welding engineer at Henderson Products, and Holly Stiefel, right, Henderson Products human resources manager.
Classroom to Career
Stock Smart
Stock Smart
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
Defending, Lena Petlon (11) and Vedah Langel (11) team up against a Maquoketa Valley player on Nov. 22.
Varsity Sweep
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
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?
On Nov. 15, A group of thespians gather in the UNI auditorium to watch “Zombie Prom.” with other theater troupes. Front Row: Claire Manson (12), Jeanne Bargette (9), Makayla Seeley (10), Baylea Hutchinson (10); Back Row: Jennifer Lamb, Tina Ostrander, Eli Shipley (10), Kaidyn Robbins (9), Keizel Rivera (10), Sophia Hegland (11).
Thespians Go to Festival
Bringing Characters to Life Through Costumes
Bringing Characters to Life Through Costumes
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
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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After finishing their races at state, Jase Turnis (11), Zachary Wenger (12), and Brynn Kartman (9) smile for the camera.

Making a STATEment

Evan Kartman, Staff
November 6, 2023
One Hard Grind

One Hard Grind

Zachariah O'Rear, Staff
September 13, 2022
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
Tyger Vaske and Robinson Martinez Junech run in the state cross country meet.

State Cross Country

Paetyn Welcher, Staff
December 22, 2020
State Honors

State Honors

Grace Reth, Staff
October 29, 2020
The West Delaware Boys' Cross Country Team qualifies for a spot at the state meet for the first time since 1985. Finishing second behind Solon, seniors Andrew Salas, Cael Meyer, Blake Smith, Tyger Vaske, Robinson Martinez Junech, Mathew Mensen, and Staveley Maury celebrate their successful meet with a picture of their state qualifying banner.  

Running to State

Aleah Heims, Editor
October 22, 2020
At the districts cross country meet in Independence, Makayla Gasper (10), Karsyn Welcher (11), Kaleah Carter (12), and Keara Emerson (9) support West Delaware runners. “The atmosphere was pretty intense, [and] everybody wanted to do good,” Welcher said.

Smiling and Sprinting

Gavin Drees, Web Master
November 12, 2019
Nathan Goranson (12) smiles with pride after qualifying for the state cross country meet.

Back to State

Kaleah Carter, Social Media Director
November 1, 2019
The boys cross country team celebrates their first place win at the Vinton-Shellsburg Invitational.

Practice Pays Off

Kaleah Carter, Staff
October 11, 2019
Freshman Jayden Peyton works to pin an Anamosa wrestler at the district tournament. Peyton placed second in the tournament and qualified for state.

Another Freshman First

Emily Klostermann, Contents Editor
February 20, 2019
During the Vinton cross country meet, seniors Myla Loecke and Olivia Neuzil play in the mud after a successful race.

Training in the Rain

Kaleah Carter, Staff
October 24, 2018
Evan Woods (11), Luke Farmer (11), Ryan Phillips (12), & Daniel Woods (12)

Running Men

Justin Grawe, Contents Editor
September 11, 2018
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