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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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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

Keevan Hauschild
May 20, 2024
The West Delaware Rainbow Six Siege Esports team competes at the state tournament today. Front Row: Alexi Harmon, Bane Long, Nick Uthe, Ethan Quint; Back Row: Coach Derrick White, Garrett Zieser, Dillion Schlueter, Liam Nefzger, Coach Christian Carper

Esports Advances to State

Keevan Hauschild, Staff
November 18, 2022
West Delaware FFA members pose at the District Contest at Decorah. Front Row: Ashleigh Hartman, Maleah Demmer, Chloe Peyton, and Taylor Domeyer; Row 2: Andrea Kann, Avery Rausch, Kennedy Kolbet, Kyria Loecke, Claire Peyton, and Myka Brooks; Back Row: Bane Long, Andrew Ries, Blake Deutmeyer, Cody Monaghan, and Jadyn Peyton.

FFA in Motion

Jenna Philipp, Staff
April 7, 2022
Allison Mullen and Riley Cook hold their trophies and certificates that they won at the Iowa State Leadership Conference.

Big Business Moves

Jenna Philipp, Staff
April 30, 2021
National Anthem Singers: Front Row: Lauren Johnson (10), Laney Robison (11), Liz Sleper (9), Maggie Millenkamp (11), Sheeley McMahon (12); Second Row: Grace Reth (12), Mikaila Neuzil (12), Kaylee Osterhaus (12), Becca Farmer (12); Back Row: Regan Recker (12), Grace Millenkamp (11), Anna Werner (12), Addie Reetz (12).

National Anthem Singers Strike A Chord

Taylor Hammer, Staff
March 23, 2021
West Delaware advanced to the class 2A State Dual Tournament with a 74-0 win over South Tama on Feb. 9.

Culture Creates a Three-peat

Carlee Smith, Staff
March 19, 2021
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
Girls bowling team. Row 1: Kyleigh Marsden (11), Lacey Cole (12), Kaleah Griffin (12), Hannah Axline (12), Lorna Niedert (12) and Kaley Pettlon (12); Row 2: Lydia Heims (9), Alexus Riley (9), Madison Shontz (11), Jordan McDowell (9), Emma Massman (11), Christianna Maestas (9) and Jasmine Ibarra (9); Row 3: Ken Boesenberg, Katelyn Scott (9), Illiana Rohlf-Mcgraw (11), Kennedy Rees (11), Grace Reth (11), Regan Recker (11), Molly Mullis (11), Mary Pederson (11) and Sue Morris.

Rolling Into State

Carla Gomez, Contents Editor
February 25, 2020
As the Ensemble Acting group performs "Anna, Alone," Anna Werner (11), Jordan Schuman (11) and Leah Wegmann (12) all surround Natalie Kherli (11).

All-State Speech Nominations

Carla Gomez, Contents Editor
February 13, 2020
The team smiles with their 2020 state banner after winning both duals.

Hawks Advance to State Duals

Isabelle Willey, Contents Editor
February 12, 2020
The Hawks celebrate their win against Waverly-Shell Rock, 25-16, 22-25, 25-17, 25-20.

Relentless Pursuit to Victory

Aleah Heims, Staff
November 13, 2019
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