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Graphic by Ally Knight.
Menstrual Products Testing with Real Blood for the First Time
April 15, 2024
Blue pinwheel graphic made by Mallory Mills
April: Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 10, 2024
2024 Solar Eclipse
April 10, 2024
Kansas City Current Website
The Kansas City Current Makes History
April 9, 2024
A Call for Action: Suicide Prevention
A Call for Action: Suicide Prevention
April 5, 2024
Denver Broncos quarter back Russell Wilson who was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Photo Credit - (fantasydata.com)
NFL Offseason Trades and Acquisitions
April 11, 2024
Iowa vs LSU during the March Madness game made by the New York Post.
An Iowa vs LSU Rematch
April 10, 2024
Kansas City Current Website
The Kansas City Current Makes History
April 9, 2024
Photos and design by Karma Goodson.
The Warriors Skate Into State
March 27, 2024
Girls Basketball Vs. Iowa City Liberty
March 8, 2024
Graphic (by Kaylynn Crawford) depicting Andrew Cusmano performing his poem at the Poetry Out Loud State competition.
Through Verse and Voice
April 17, 2024
Drake and J. Cole playing chess
It’s All A Blur – Big as the What?
April 4, 2024
Up and coming music that is set to be released this month. Graphic made by Lucy Prescott. Elements used from Spotify, Vogue and GRAMMY.com
New Music to Pay Attention to
February 9, 2024
Cover of My Year of Rest and Relaxation from the painting Portrait of a Young Woman in White by Jacques-Louis David.
REVIEW: My Year of Rest and Relaxation
February 5, 2024
This years advertisement for the 66th GRAMMYs.
Everything you need to know about the GRAMMYs!
February 2, 2024
Graphic (by Kaylynn Crawford) depicting Andrew Cusmano performing his poem at the Poetry Out Loud State competition.
Through Verse and Voice
April 17, 2024
A photo taken after Large Group All-State, 2022.
Your Next Favorite Extra-Curricular: Large Group Speech.
October 23, 2023
Wests three drum majors getting ready to do their salute before the band takes the field.
West High Drum Majors Bring Home Award at Band competition
September 29, 2023
Volunteer band director Janelle Ewing providing critiques to the band during night practice.
Starting off on the Left Foot
September 19, 2023
Sophomore Lizzy Whitehead laughing as she prepares to march relays.
PHOTOS: Marching Band
September 11, 2023
Graphic (by Kaylynn Crawford) depicting Andrew Cusmano performing his poem at the Poetry Out Loud State competition.
Through Verse and Voice
April 17, 2024
Up and coming music that is set to be released this month. Graphic made by Lucy Prescott. Elements used from Spotify, Vogue and GRAMMY.com
New Music to Pay Attention to
February 9, 2024
This years advertisement for the 66th GRAMMYs.
Everything you need to know about the GRAMMYs!
February 2, 2024
The official 2024 Hinterland lineup, showing off all the amazing artists who will be traveling to Iowa to perform.
Hinterland puts Iowa on the map?
January 29, 2024
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Film Review
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Film Review
October 23, 2023
Denver Broncos quarter back Russell Wilson who was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Photo Credit - (fantasydata.com)
NFL Offseason Trades and Acquisitions
April 11, 2024
Changes to AEA services before and after (going into effect this year).
Cutting ties with the AEA ran program
April 9, 2024
Drake and J. Cole playing chess
It’s All A Blur – Big as the What?
April 4, 2024
Senior Hannah Connor represents the male student section leaders sitting during games while the women in the stands interact with athletes.
Girls In The Stands
March 26, 2024
Graphic created by Wahawk Insider Staff member, Kaylynn Crawford, showing an outline of a woman with the title What does it mean to be pretty.
What does it mean to be “Pretty”?
March 6, 2024
Graphic (by Kaylynn Crawford) depicting Andrew Cusmano performing his poem at the Poetry Out Loud State competition.
Through Verse and Voice
April 17, 2024
Evie Putz powers on her teams robot to work with their partner before a match.
Breaking Barriers
March 20, 2024
February: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February 27, 2024
LifeLab Strives to Create Meaningful Experiences for High School Students
LifeLab Strives to Create Meaningful Experiences for High School Students
February 20, 2024
Junior Bailey Kestel and Savvy Bean owner Savannah Warren at the Savvy Bean cart in the Waterloo Career Center after the grand opening on January 22.
Brewing Success
January 30, 2024
Behind the Book
April 15, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Shuncere Wortham, Jahlil Manago and Joe Hudson
Wahawk Sports Corner: Shuncere Wortham, Jahlil Manago and Joe Hudson
March 1, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Charlotte Gettman and Nakia Ollivierre
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Charlotte Gettman and Nakia Ollivierre
February 15, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Brady Dean, Payton Kacher, and Sylvester Kotoe
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Brady Dean, Payton Kacher, and Sylvester Kotoe
February 6, 2024
Sheep heart dissection graphic.
Heart Dissection Photo Showcase
January 29, 2024
Behind the Book
April 15, 2024
Waterloo Community School District Has Lowest Daily Attendance in Iowa For 2022-2023 School Year
Waterloo Community School District Has Lowest Daily Attendance in Iowa For 2022-2023 School Year
December 18, 2023
Wahawk Boys Basketball: The Start of a New Era
Wahawk Boys Basketball: The Start of a New Era
December 9, 2023
Wahawk Cribs: Jackson McNally
Wahawk Cribs: Jackson McNally
December 8, 2023
Quotes For Seniors To Remember
Quotes For Seniors To Remember
May 16, 2023
Wahawk Sports Corner: Shuncere Wortham, Jahlil Manago and Joe Hudson
Wahawk Sports Corner: Shuncere Wortham, Jahlil Manago and Joe Hudson
March 1, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Charlotte Gettman and Nakia Ollivierre
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Charlotte Gettman and Nakia Ollivierre
February 15, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Brady Dean, Payton Kacher, and Sylvester Kotoe
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Brady Dean, Payton Kacher, and Sylvester Kotoe
February 6, 2024
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Lydia Parkhurst
Wahawk Sports Corner: Q&A with Lydia Parkhurst
January 23, 2024
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December 21, 2023

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Hanna Johnson and Abby Henry listen to another student.

[Photo] West and East Yearbook Collaboration

Mallory Mills, Reporter
December 8, 2023
Jasmine Perez and Kyndra Cummings hand out candy as they sit around their fake campfire.

[Photo] Student Senate Hosts Third Annual Trunk or Treat

Lily Taber, Reporter
November 2, 2023
Insider staff posing with their first ever magazine.

[Photo] The Start of Something New: West High’s First Newsmagazine

Tyler Hall, Reporter
October 26, 2023
(2022-23) Sophomore Joey Hudson makes his way onto the court as he passes the ball to his teammate.

[Photo] 2022-23 Season Recap

October 23, 2023
Wahawk Insider staff pose with the All Iowa News Team of the Year banner after being announced one of the top five news teams in the state.

[Photo] Wahawk Insider: All Iowa News Team Of The Year

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
October 21, 2023
Members of senate attended the 2023 food bank fundraiser kickoff.

[Photo] Student Senate Participates in Local Food Drive Competition

Lucy Prescott, Reporter
October 18, 2023
Bailey Schoepske with her 500 Digs poster.

[Photo] 500 Digs: Q & A with Bailey Schoepske Varsity Volleyball Libero

Daisy Williams, Reporter
October 4, 2023
Addy Judas (East) Counts laps for the 500 Yard Freestyle.

[Photo] Taking Deep Dive Into the Swimming Pool

Frannie Dehl, Reporter
September 19, 2023
Andrew Cusmano performing his monologue in West Highs 2023 Spring Play Dear Chuck.

[Photo] Andrew Cusmano: Living in the Lights

Kaylynn Crawford, Reporter
September 6, 2023
Students pose with the prom queen, McKenna Anders, right after being crowned.

[Photo] PHOTOS : 2023 ‘Dreamscape’ Prom

Wahawk Insider Staff
May 12, 2023
Senior Brenner Ortman shouts enthusiastically after his team Blue V-Balls wins a game.

[Photo] Student Senate Hosts First Annual Powder Puff Volleyball Tournament

Sophia Witte, Reporter
May 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.

[Photo] Wahawks Fall Short At State Tournament

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
March 10, 2023
Freshman percussion player, Morgan Kisch.

[Photo] Trying Something New for the February Concert

Mallory Mills, Reporter
March 1, 2023
Wahawk students participate in Marching with the cheerleaders, an iconic cheer to raise the excitement in the room.

[Photo] I BELIEVE THAT WE JUST WON: Wahawks Defeat Western Dubuque

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 8, 2023
Wahawk students pack the Cedar Falls high school gym to support the girls basketball team in December 2022.

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

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
February 3, 2023
Zephaniah during his speech.

[Photo] Student Composer: Zephaniah Gustafson

Tyler Hall, Reporter
January 4, 2023
Concert Choir during their performance of Brad Holmes Noel.

[Photo] Holiday Music Concert

Tyler Hall, Reporter
December 19, 2022
Dalanie Kresser (two from left) and Ava Anderson (two from right) at the girls basketball State Championship game for the 2021-22 season

[Photo] Cheer tryouts being held after girls suddenly quit

Ali Parkhurst, Reporter
November 21, 2022
Emotional moment after roses were given at volleyball Senior Night.

[Photo] West High Awareness: Supporting Survivors

Karma Goodson, Reporter
October 27, 2022
Gabriel and Brooke leading the younger students.

[Photo] First Fall Dance Clinic and Senior Night for West High Dance Team

Kiersten Bateman, Reporter
November 1, 2022
Wahawks breaking it down before their senior nigh game against Cedar Rapids Washington.

[Photo] Waterloo West with another sweep against Cedar Rapids Washington Warriors on Senior Night

Emma Beckman, Reporter
October 6, 2022
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[Photo] Rams Face off Against the Wahawks on Homecoming Night

Josian Turner, Reporter
September 27, 2022
Sahara Williams and Terez Smith after being crowned homecoming king and queen.

[Photo] Terez Smith and Sahara Williams crowned Homecoming King and Queen

Tyler Hall, Reporter
September 21, 2022
Charlotte Gettman running to get the touchdown.

[Photo] Power To The Powderpuff Girls

Karma Goodson, Reporter
September 15, 2022
Wahawks coming together to celebrate a block.

[Photo] Keeping the Legacy Alive: Wahawk Volleyball Sweeps East High

Emma Beckman
September 12, 2022
Sahara Williams sports her jersey for the 18U 3v3 USA girls basketball team during her parade.

[Photo] Sahara Williams Honored in Hometown Hero Parade

Lydia Parkhurst
September 9, 2022
Senior Dalanie getting students excited about school for the class of 2026.

[Photo] 8 Years of Success: Link Crew at West High

Kiersten Bateman
September 8, 2022
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