2021 Senior Spotlight: The second Senior Spotlight for Friday, May 14th is to Austin James Bishop. Austin the son of Chandra Freeman and Brandon Bishop. Austin has spent his time at Wapello focusing on his studies. After graduation he plans to major in Archaeology, but is undecided where at this time. Austin says the teacher who has made the greatest impact on him is Mr. Miller because “Cause "ain't" ain't a word and I ain't gonna use it”. As for advice to underclassmen, Austin simply says “Good luck!” We wish Austin the best of luck as well on his impending graduation.
State Track Qualifier!! Congratulations to Caden Thomas for qualifying for the State Track and Field Meet next week in two events! . Caden has qualified in the 200 M Dash and the 400 M Dash! Best of luck next week at state!
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2021 Senior Spotlight: Friday’s first Senior Spotlight is to Samantha Jackeline Palma Garza. Sam is the daughter of Senovia Garza and Jose Palma. While in high school she has been involved in Art Club, Student Council for one year, Soccer and Track for three years, and Basketball for four years. After graduating, Sam plans to attend SCC for two years to major in nursing then after transfer to the University of Iowa. She says the teacher who has impacted her the most is Ms. Philp and Mrs. Gerot because, “They taught me how to be a better student at school and a better person in the real world, gave me good advice when I needed it and if I needed something or someone to talk to I could go to either one of them.” Sam’s advice to underclassmen is “time flies in high school so focus on school and sports as much as you can, you'll have the rest of your life to work.” Congratulations to Sam and the graduating class of 2021.
State Track Qualifier!! Congratulations to Ada Boysen, Lindsy Massner, Gracie Gustison, and Serah Shafer for qualifying for the State Track and Field Meet next week in THREE Events! These ladies qualified in the 800 M Sprint Medley, 4x100 M Relay, and 4x200 M Relay! Congratulations ladies, Best of Luck next week in Des Moines!
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The Indians Soccer team will begin their quest in the SEISC Soccer tournament Friday May 14th when they take on Mediapolis (at Mediapolis) at 5:00. Wapello will then host the semifinals and finals on Saturday beginning at 10:00 am.
Winfield will be live scoring tomorrow’s Boys sectional golf meet using the following QR code. Feel free to use it to check the status of Wapello golfers. Tee off is 10 AM.
The Wapello JR/SR High Daily Announcements for Thursday, May 13, 2021 have been posted to our website and mobile app. They can be found in the documents folder, or by clicking on this direct link:https://5il.co/smqa
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Elementary yearbooks are in! If you would like one please fill out a form and return it to the school or contact us. Yearbooks are $15. They will be available until we run out of them.
2021 Senior Spotlight: Today’s Senior Spotlight begins with Megan Kroeger. She is the daughter of Jeff and Kedra Kroeger. While in high school, Megan has been active in Cross-Country for one year, Volleyball for two years, Drama for three and Soccer for four years. After graduation, Megan plans to attend the University of Iowa to study Environmental Engineering. When asked who has impacted her life the most while at Wapello, she said Mrs. Brown. “She has had the greatest impact on my years in high school. She has always pushed me to improve on and off the soccer field. As a coach, Mrs. Brown talks to me honestly about my weaknesses and includes me in the conversation when it comes to making decisions concerning our team. But as a mentor, she is not afraid to joke around too.” Megan’s advice for underclassmen is “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. Your last few years of high school are the hardest, but if you focus on what brings you the most joy, they can be the most rewarding. Find the thing that makes you feel the most like yourself.” Congratulations Megan on your impending graduation.
Wapello High School has openings for sports and organizational coaches/sponsors. JH Baseball, JH Softball, HS Wrestling Cheerleading Coach, HS Boys Head Basketball, JH/HS Yearbook Advisor, and Prom Coordinator. Check out wapellocsd.org -- "Athletics & Activities" for more info.
FINAL CALL: The Indians and Arrows Track teams will make their bid for State on Thursday, May 13th when they travel to WACO (Wayland, IA) for the IHSAA/IGHSAU State Qualifying meet. Admission cost is $6 and tickets need to purchased in advance of the event at https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/. No cash will be taken at the gate, so get your ticket early. This is the same procedure as the District Wrestling and Basketball (IHSAA) in the winter season. Field events will begin at 4:00, with the first gun for running events at 4:30.
It's time for some Throwback Thursday photos again! Today we finish up the 1985-86 WHS Tomahawk!
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It's time for some Throwback Thursday photos again! Today we finish up the 1985-86 WHS Tomahawk!
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The Wapello Elementary Concert is happening this evening at Wapello High School. Children in grades K-2 meet in the High School Music room at 5:10 pm, dressed & ready to go. Students in grades 3-4 meet in the High School Music room at 6:10 pm, dressed & ready to go. Concert will be held in the Main Gym. Admission is a free will offering.
2021 Senior Spotlight: The second Senior Spotlight for this May 13th is Christopher John Ewart. He is the son of Dan and Jennifer Ewart. Christopher has been very active while in high school, participating in Student Council for one years, NHS for two, and Soccer, Cross-Country, Wrestling, and FFA for four years. Upon graduating he plans to attend DMACC and major in Liberal Arts of Science with a concentration in Engineering. When asked who has impacted him the most throughout his time at Wapello, Christopher said Ms. Good. This was because “She always had a smile on her face, and made learning new things fun, also how to stay calm in really serious situations like during baseball games.” His advice to underclassmen is “Listen to your teachers, they know what’s best for you in the long run.” Best of Luck to Christopher and his graduation from WHS.
2021 Senior Spotlight: Our final Thursday Senior Spotlight is to Amber Sue Martens. She is the daughter of Dawn Martens and Steve Martens. Amber has been a member of Student Council and NHS for one year, FCCLA and FFA for three years, and Football Cheerleading, Band, and Poms (earning a spot on the All-Iowa Dance Team two years) for four years. After graduation, Amber plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa to double major in Advertising and Digital Marketing and Business and Administration. The teachers who have impacted her life the most while at Wapello are Ms. Philp and former teacher Mrs. Thornburg. This is because “Ms. Philp has always helped me out with anything I need. Since junior high she has been there for me when I need it. If I have a question about anything college or just life in general she can always give me the best advice I need. Mrs. Thornburg was also very influential to me until she decided to leave us this year😉 she pushed me to be a leader and allowed me many endless opportunities through Pom squad. She loves everyone like her own (child) and always makes sure they are happy and ready to take on the day.” Her advice to underclassmen is “Like the rest of the seniors have said, don’t procrastinate! Use all the class time you have to work on your assignments so you don’t have to stress about them!” Congratulations and best wishes to Amber and her upcoming graduation.
The Wapello Elementary Concert is tomorrow night, May 13. Grades K-2 meet in the Highschool music room at 5:10pm dressed and ready for a concert at 5:30pm. Grades 3-4 meet in the Highschool music room at 6:10pm dressed and ready for a concert at 6:30pm. Concert will be held at the HS in the main gym. Admission is free will offering.
The Wapello CSD Board of Directors meeting scheduled for tonight at 7:00 p.m. will be Live-Streamed on Zoom. For the link to tonight's meeting, please see the News section of our website by clicking on this link: https://www.wapello.k12.ia.us/article/459673
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The Wapello JR/SR High Daily Announcements for Wednesday, May 12, 2021 have been posted to our website and mobile app. Today's Announcements can be found in the documents folder, or by clicking on this direct link: https://5il.co/skkj
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Senior Awards Night is scheduled for Wednesday, May 19th, at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium.