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Beta Testing at the Waterloo Career Center
Beta Testing at the Waterloo Career Center
March 3, 2023
Hannah Wion, Addison Paulsen and Summer Lewis posing together for a picture.
Respect Retreat
February 21, 2023
The 2022-2023 Wahawk Debate Team
Annual Carnation Fundraiser at West High
February 1, 2023
Photo by Jovie Chase via Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons license.
Hip Hop Attendance Incentive
January 26, 2023
Wahawk Yearbook Pushes for More Senior Quotes
Wahawk Yearbook Pushes for More Senior Quotes
January 26, 2023
Senior Isaiah McDonald poses for a picture moments before receiving a shirt for placing first in the 400 meter dash race.
Isaiah McDonald Places First at Wartburg Track Meet
March 23, 2023
Seniors Who Committed
Seniors Who Committed
March 10, 2023
Senior Sahara Williams makes a free throw shot. As her shot goes in, Ankeny Centennital makes their way in, going for the rebound.
Wahawks Fall Short At State Tournament
March 10, 2023
ROAD TO WELLS
March 3, 2023
Meet West Highs FIRST Girls Wrestling Team
Meet West Highs FIRST Girls Wrestling Team
February 28, 2023
Poetry Out Loud Finalist: Lydia Newsome
Poetry Out Loud Finalist: Lydia Newsome
March 8, 2023
Freshman percussion player, Morgan Kisch.
Trying Something New for the February Concert
March 1, 2023
Meet the Artists: IB Art Exhibition
Meet the Artists: IB Art Exhibition
February 28, 2023
Prescott screams in excitement as she watches Harry Styles enter the stage for the first time.
Lucy Prescott: Concert Crazy
January 10, 2023
Photo via Flickr under Creative Commons license.
Plants vs. Zombies Where Is The Franchise Today?
January 4, 2023
Meet the Artists: IB Art Exhibition
Meet the Artists: IB Art Exhibition
February 28, 2023
Concert Choir during their performance of Brad Holmes Noel.
Holiday Music Concert
December 19, 2022
Dance team members pose together after the competition
Dance Team Takes on State
December 8, 2022
Medium: Marker on Sketchbook Paper
Artist Spotlight: Jaryn Gomez
November 18, 2022
Artist Spotlight: Bella Deleon
Artist Spotlight: Bella Deleon
November 17, 2022
Photo via Flickr under Creative Commons license.
Plants vs. Zombies Where Is The Franchise Today?
January 4, 2023
A Review of Wednesday
A Review of “Wednesday”
December 15, 2022
Sophomore, Jahlil Manago.
Who At West High Makes You The Happiest?
December 15, 2022
WCC Halloween Dance
WCC Halloween Dance
October 28, 2022
You see us on the track, mat and court cheering on our athletic programs, but who cheers for us? Why do we not see the same appreciation and support that other sports do at West High?
Who Cheers For The Cheerleaders?
March 8, 2023
One of the stalls in the first floor boys bathroom during the homecoming dance earlier this year.
A State of Disarray: West High Bathrooms
March 2, 2023
Iowa Governor, Kim Reynolds, proposes a bill that puts the lives of trans youth in danger. Proposed bill 1145 is an act relating to children and students, including establishing a parents or guardians right to make decisions affecting the parents or guardians child, according to the bill.
Dear Kim, Trans Kids Are Still Kids.
February 23, 2023
The celebration and appreciation of African Americas throughout February is crucial, it shows black creators, business owners, and community members that they belong.
28 Days Of Black History
February 15, 2023
In a sport that has been ran by men for as long as anyone can remember, girls do not get the respect they deserve for joining in. At West High, across the state and all throughout the country, female wrestlers are struggling to gain the attention they deserve for the history they are making.
What About The Girls? Girls Wrestling is Not Gaining The Recognition it Deserves.
February 9, 2023
Senior Isaiah McDonald poses for a picture moments before receiving a shirt for placing first in the 400 meter dash race.
Isaiah McDonald Places First at Wartburg Track Meet
March 23, 2023
Seniors Who Committed
Seniors Who Committed
March 10, 2023
Poetry Out Loud Finalist: Lydia Newsome
Poetry Out Loud Finalist: Lydia Newsome
March 8, 2023
Using IXL to Help Students Prepare for ISASP
Using IXL to Help Students Prepare for ISASP
February 28, 2023
Ian Sabanagic getting mentally prepared for the race ahead.
Ian Sabanagic: State Swimming
February 21, 2023
The Dirty Earbud podcast follows all things within the realm of music.
The Dirty Earbud Podcast: Destroyed by Indie Powers
February 15, 2023
Dress Code Updates: Students Share their Opinions
Dress Code Updates: Students Share their Opinions
February 8, 2023
The Dirty Earbud podcast follows all things within the realm of music.
The Dirty Earbud Podcast: The Beginning
February 6, 2023
This is Wahawk Insider: An Inside Look into Our Publication
This is Wahawk Insider: An Inside Look into Our Publication
January 11, 2023
Meet the Staff at West High!
January 4, 2023
Meet the Staff at West High!
January 4, 2023
Your Mental Health Matters!
November 9, 2022
Why do Teachers Teach?
November 8, 2022
Winter Kickoff
November 8, 2022
The Dirty Earbud podcast follows all things within the realm of music.
The Dirty Earbud Podcast: Destroyed by Indie Powers
February 15, 2023
The Dirty Earbud podcast follows all things within the realm of music.
The Dirty Earbud Podcast: The Beginning
February 6, 2023

Wahawk Insider
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Ali Parkhurst

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter

(she/her) Ali Parkhurst is a Junior at West High and she is a part of the very first Wahawk Insider staff. Outside of Wahawk Insider, Ali is known for her photography skills and involvement in West High's Yearbook where she is a second year staffer and Social Media Editor. Ali is a three year Varsity Cheerleader for West and can be found cheering on the Football and Wrestling teams. When Ali is away from her poms and camera, she loves spending time with her friends and reading all different genres of books. 

All content by Ali Parkhurst
Senior Isaiah McDonald poses for a picture moments before receiving a shirt for placing first in the 400 meter dash race.

Isaiah McDonald Places First at Wartburg Track Meet

Ali Parkhurst , Reporter
March 23, 2023
Seniors Who Committed

Seniors Who Committed

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Addison Wells

Addison Wells

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Terez Smith

Terez Smith

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Cassie Graff

Cassie Graff

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Cece Moore

Cece Moore

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Senior Sahara Williams makes a free throw shot. As her shot goes in, Ankeny Centennital makes their way in, going for the rebound.

Wahawks Fall Short At State Tournament

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
You see us on the track, mat and court cheering on our athletic programs, but who cheers for us? Why do we not see the same appreciation and support that other sports do at West High?

Who Cheers For The Cheerleaders?

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 8, 2023
This Is Wahawk Insider (Video)

This is Wahawk Insider: An Inside Look into Our Publication

January 11, 2023
“I don’t like to fail, and I don’t give up. I focus on my team as a whole, not just myself because I know it takes the whole team to be successful,” says Schoepske.

Addyson Schoepske

Ali Parkhurst
March 3, 2023
“I have not reached my full potential and I will need to do this in order to achieve my dreams,” says Kacher.

Payton Kacher

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 3, 2023
“I have played everywhere on the court and hope to continue to keep working hard to be the best teammate and player that I can be,” says Landers.

Allyson Landers

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 3, 2023
Iowa Governor, Kim Reynolds, proposes a bill that puts the lives of trans youth in danger. Proposed bill 1145 is an act relating to children and students, including establishing a parents or guardians right to make decisions affecting the parents or guardians child, according to the bill.

Dear Kim, Trans Kids Are Still Kids.

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 23, 2023
The girls team pose with the state qualifier flag after earning a victory against the Waukee Warriors and securing their spot at the state tournament for the fourth year in a row.

TICKET PUNCHED: Wahawks Defeat Waukee and Qualify for State

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 23, 2023
Cheerleaders celebrate together after the Wahawks secure their seat at state. The student section joins in with them as they pop confetti and charge the court to congratulate the team.

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The basketball team and their coaches celebrate together after punching their ticket to state, just moments before receiving their State Qualifier banner.

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Seniors Sahara Williams and Cece Moore as well as Waukee players watch as Williams shot goes through, allowing the Wahawks to earn back their lead.

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Senior Halli Poock communicates with her team as she makes her way down the court with the ball.

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Senior Halli Poock shoots a three point basket in the third quarter of the game as the student section cheers her on in support.

Round One: Wahawks Defeat Ames in Sub-State Game

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 21, 2023
Senior Halli Poock hits her personal goal with a layup that earns the Wahawks two more points and gives Poock her 2000th point.

THATS A RECORD: Halli Poock Breaks Two Wahawk Records

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 21, 2023
Senior Keishaun Pendleton makes a layup for West High against a powerful defense.

[PHOTOS] Student Section Travels to Cedar Falls in Support of Boys Basketball

Sophia Witte and Ali Parkhurst
February 13, 2023
Senior Cooper Paxton hugs Assistant Coach Chad Smith after winning his third place match, guaranteeing his sport at state for the 2022-23 season.

State Bound: Two Wahawks Qualify

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 13, 2023
Players and coaches huddle together before the last regular season home game. With the players and coaches was Superintendent Dr. Jared Smith, the teams guest coach for the night.

Goodbye Seniors: Girls Basketball Last Home Game

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 12, 2023
In a sport that has been ran by men for as long as anyone can remember, girls do not get the respect they deserve for joining in. At West High, across the state and all throughout the country, female wrestlers are struggling to gain the attention they deserve for the history they are making.

What About The Girls? Girls Wrestling is Not Gaining The Recognition it Deserves.

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 9, 2023
Senior Keishaun Pendelton goes in for a layup during the fourth quarter of the varsity game.

I BELIEVE THAT WE JUST WON: Wahawks Defeat Western Dubuque

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 8, 2023
Wahawk Girls take down the Cedar Falls Tigers with a final score of 59-49.

Conference Champions: Girls Defeat Cedar Falls

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 6, 2023
In November, students packed the stands for the cross-town East vs. West rivalry basketball game. Just over two months later, the stands were left with less than 10 students for another rivalry game, West vs. Cedar Falls. This begs the question, where has our student section gone?

WE CAN’T HEAR YOU: Where Did The Student Section Go?

February 3, 2023
Three freshmen athletes at West High are gaining attention for their athletic ability.

Freshmen To Watch

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 1, 2023
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