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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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While time comes to a stop during lumberjack face, senior Maddie Hoeger tosses the rest of the cheeseballs at senior Cruz Timmerman.

Student Council Hosts Winter Assembly

Erin Mullen, Editor
February 6, 2023
How to Stay Warm During Winter

How to Stay Warm During Winter

Erin Mullen, Editor
December 8, 2022
DelCo Best Students, Ella Koloc (12), Allie Demmer (11), and Keara Emerson (11) pose with five of their 20 blankets.

West Delaware Warms up Winter

Jenna Philipp, Staff
March 28, 2022
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
With the clock counting down, Maddux Lott (9) shoots for the hoop.

Boys Basketball

Akaya Holz and Carla Gomez
February 10, 2020
Erin Hellmann (10) jumps up for a point against Beckman.

Girls Basketball

Carla Gomez, Staff
January 27, 2020
Kalen Recker (11), Alias Underwood (11), Joshua Seeley (11), Myles Ponsar (10), Trey Boczkowski (9) and Elijah Heims (12) act out choreography with the rest of the Bass Clef Chorus. The choir members whipped out various pieces of Christmas clothing (including hats) for the last song, "Jingle Bells."

Sounds of the Season Includes Entertaining Features

Grace Johnson, Contents Editor
December 11, 2019
Winter road.

Slippery Roads and Scary Experiences

JoAnna Voss, Sports Editor
February 26, 2019
Senior Kaycee Elledge prepares a decoration to be placed on her homeroom door.

The Homeroom Holiday Door Contest

Eva Winn, Staff
January 21, 2019
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
In order for the simulator to work, he or she must put the ball on a short tee and a box of sensors and lasers are in front of the tee. The sensors pick up where the ball is. When the golfer hits the ball, it shows up on a projector screen. When the ball appears on the screen it tells you certain information about the ball.

Winter Time Golfing

Sabrina Welcher, Staff
January 4, 2018
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