Students adjust to J-Term changes

Grace Schmitz, Reporter

February 12, 2024 • No Comments

Despite its relatively newness, J-Term has transformed into a widely enjoyed part of student’s academic year. Carsyn Gehl, ‘27, participated in Soar into Wahlert for J-Term, a requirement for all freshmen. During their time, students in Soar played games in addition to completing a required passion project. “I learned how to bake cookies, and that was also...

Slow down and smile for the picture

Camryn Theisen, Reporter

December 22, 2023 • No Comments

A little over a year ago, there was a fatal crash involving three teens on the Northwest Arterial. The crash was just one among six fatalities caused by speeding in Dubuque...

‘New hair, new me’

Mallory Unsen, Reporter

February 14, 2024 • No Comments

Whether dyed, straightened, cut, or curled, there is no denying that a new look can transform someone into a completely new person. In fact, people change their hair to gain confidence, try something new, and keep up with trends.  There are many options when it comes to changing hair, but how have people at Wahlert changed their hair? In elementary, Mickey Sutsko,...

How to avoid the TikTok addiction

Lillian Wessels, Reporter

February 14, 2024 • No Comments

Almost four years have passed since TikTok’s quick rise to popularity during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now in 2024, there are endless ways to scroll and waste time. Almost every popular social media app has come up with a direct competitor for TikTok, and some people even prefer these “knock off” TikTok apps.  “I don’t have TikTok, but I do use...

Girls’ bowling team finds unity

Theresa Kircher, Reporter

December 22, 2023 • No Comments

The atmosphere is cheerful at Cherry Lanes Bowling Alley where the Wahlert Girls’ Bowling team practices every Monday and Wednesday. In between every ball thrown, it is...

Winter Sports Check-In

Sophie Bitter, Reporter

March 24, 2023 • No Comments

‘Old love’

Claire Thielen, Reporter

February 14, 2024 • No Comments

Whether with chocolates, flowers, or quality time, February is a time to celebrate love. Regardless if it’s old or new love, there are many fun memories to share. For many, one's engagement story holds the most romance. It irrevocably changes their relationship and makes it stronger.  Some people got creative when planning their proposal.   “She came over...

Living 2024 the plot

Kate Poirier, Reporter

February 12, 2024 • No Comments

Spread your wings, Eagles, and live this new year by the phrase, “2024 [for] the Plot.”  This term, coined by young individuals on the app, TikTok, has encouraged many to make decisions so the “plot” of their lives is more interesting. To some extent, it has replaced “YOLO” as a way to explain the thought process behind spontaneous decisions. Some may...