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.
It's time for some Throwback Thursday photos again! Today we finish up the 1985-86 WHS Tomahawk!
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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.
It's time for some Throwback Thursday photos again! Today we finish up the 1985-86 WHS Tomahawk!
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Just a reminder, today will be a 1:00 p.m. early dismissal for staff professional development. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride
There will be a Junior High baseball meeting Wednesday May 12th at 1:15 in the main gym.
8th graders using their knowledge on buoyancy and density to building their own cardboard boats. Can’t wait for race day! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #STEM
The Wapello JR/SR High Daily Announcements for Tuesday, May 11, 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/shzz
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🚨 🚨 🚨 Attention all youth soccer players and families! There will be a Wapello Youth Soccer recognition night at the high school soccer game on Tuesday, May 11th. Kids will get in free if they wear their gold Wapello Youth Soccer shirt and will get to walk on the field in between the girls and boys games to be recognized. The girls play Mediapolis at 5:00 and the boys follow afterwards against Davenport West. Line up will start at 6:15. Come early to cheer on the girls and stay afterwards to cheer on the boys! Parents, please stay with your children when they are not on the field.
REMINDER: 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.
2021 Senior Spotlight: Tuesday’s second Senior Spotlight is for Autumn Tisor. She is the daughter of Josh Tisor and Susan Tisor. While in high school, Autumn has been part of the Golf team and Drama troupe for one year. After graduation, Autumn plans to begin working. The teacher who has had the biggest impact on Autumn is Mrs. Moulton, because “She’s pushed me beyond my limits even if I didn't want to be pushed and I appreciate that.” As for what she’d tell underclassmen, Autumn says “Don’t be jerks, get along with your classmates and try in your classes.” Congratulations and best wishes on your graduation Autumn.
2021 Senior Spotlight: Our final Senior Spotlight for today is Eliu Castilleja. He is the son of Maria and Eliu Castilleja. While in high school, Eliu has participated in Football and Baseball for one year, and Soccer for three years. Eliu plans to attend SCC and train to be a welder after graduation. He says Ms. Aracely (Schlesing) and Mrs. Kral are the teachers who have impacted his life the most while at Wapello. This is because “Ms.Aracely has always pushed me to do my best and get good grades. Mrs.Kral has also had a huge impact in my life because she has always given me good advice for school.”
