The Gleaner – The student news site of Wahlert Catholic High School

June 6, 2019 • No Comments

Some of you know the Jimmy McDermotts as Jimmy(1) and Jimmy(2), or have heard of two Abby Wagners walking the halls of Wahlert Catholic. Is there anything similar between...

PL finishes up

Natalie Kelzer, Reporter

June 6, 2019 • No Comments

For Personalized Learning students, the end of the school year can be a mad rush of taking content assessments and finishing projects. But as they look back over the year, the students definitely found their first year in P.L. to be enjoyable. “My favorite part about Personalized Learning is the community because everyone is very encouraging,” Zoey May, ‘22, said....

Merch on it! The origin of Wahlert’s favorite phrase

John Sulentic, Reporter

May 20, 2019 • No Comments

By John Sulentic Of the Gleaner There is a not a lack of trustworthy people walking through the halls of Wahlert Catholic. Even so, there are, as always, people who enjoy to stretch the truth more than what it is recommended. Two years ago, Carter Bisdorf, ‘19, popularized a phrase that would change the fabric of the Wahlert community for years to come: “Merch...

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Student Life

8th graders jumping into their high school careers

Lola Grap, Reporter

May 28, 2019 • No Comments

Pictured above: Bryce Rudiger, Seamus Crahan, Nora King, Lydia Foy, and Tatum Manternach, '23. Where do you see yourself a year from now? “I see myself being more mature...

Wahlert’s what to watch for Christmas

Lola Grap, Reporter

May 2, 2019 • No Comments

Christmas break is approaching, and that means it’s time to whip out the classic Christmas movies and snuggle up on the couch with some hot cocoa and a fuzzy blanket. People may have different views on which Christmas movie is the best. It could the Home Alone series, the Grinch, Elf, the Polar Express, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, or How the Grinch Stole...

Mental health at Wahlert

Lola Grap, Reporter

May 2, 2019 • No Comments

Mental health struggles have have received much attention in today’s society. With the stress of the daily life, that’s no surprise. School, sports, jobs and keeping a social life can be a lot for one person. That’s why it’s important to be aware of mental struggles. The guidance counselors make a huge difference in the awareness at Wahlert. They strive to make...

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Sports

Athletes put in work during the Summer

Makayla Schockemoehl, reporter

June 6, 2019 • No Comments

Most people spend their summer mornings sleeping in, but many multi-sport athletes at Wahlert are getting their morning workouts in at 6 a.m. in the off-season. Mia Kunnert, ‘22, Maya Wachter, ‘21, and Libby Perry, ‘20, all dedicate a lot of their time in the summer to improving their game and coaching future Eagles know as the “Little Eagles” at camps....

Trapshooting Club sets sights on State

Alejandro Rojas, Editor

June 6, 2019 • No Comments

“Pull!” they call, followed by a small, orange disc being launched into the air. The disc is followed by the loud bangs of the guns and the disc being hit. This is what a typical day for trapshooting looks like. Trapshooting is a relatively new sport at Wahlert although it is officially designated as a club. It may not seem like it, but there is a lot to it....

Frese shares his friendly message

Jack Doyle, Editor

May 20, 2019 • No Comments

High School is a prime location for judging based off of false pretexts. Oftentimes, these pretexts may follow people through high school. Jack Frese might be labeled as misunderstood, but the lumbering cleanup hitter for the Golden Eagles is one of the more fascinating members of community. Jack and I hit it off in our sophomore year on the basketball team together, and...

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Opinion

Time is short: A vignette of my time in high school

Jack Doyle, Editor

May 22, 2019 • No Comments

The fluorescent lights flicker carelessly as a smooth spring breeze carries a stray leaf across the otherwise desolate concrete. Five high school friends saunter nonchalantly...

2 cents worth: Time flies, enjoy every moment

May 20, 2019

New chapter or same story?

May 2, 2019

Wahlert’s what to watch for Christmas

May 2, 2019

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Profiles

Makers behind 5 star dining experience

Jamie Vondra, Reporter

June 7, 2019 • No Comments

Mrs. Allison Pusateri Fun fact? “I am from New Mexico.” Most embarrassing moment? “Tripping over nothing in front of everyone!” Favorite hobby? “Decorating...

Frese shares his friendly message May 20, 2019
Wahlert’s what to watch for Christmas May 2, 2019
Mental health at Wahlert May 2, 2019

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Features

Ms. Wagner leaves behind legacy

Ms. Cynthia Wagner is different things to different people. To the cross country team, she’s a fierce, determined, and loving coach. To the Senate, sh...

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Polls

Which upcoming Disney movie are you most excited for?

Toy Story 4 (45%, 10 Votes)
The Lion King (Live Action) (23%, 5 Votes)
Aladdin (Live Action) (18%, 4 Votes)
Dumbo (Live Action) (14%, 3 Votes)

Total Voters: 22

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A&E

Spotify Playlist for June 6, 2019

Alejandro Rojas, Editor

June 6, 2019 • No Comments

Cathryn Skahill- Truth Hurts, Lizzo Anna Sigwarth- Slow Dancing in a Burning Room, John Mayer Sophie Skemp- The Best of Both Worlds, Hannah Montana Natalie Kelzer-...

Sho Cho’s unsung heroes March 15, 2019
Passion fuels Burns’ album March 15, 2019

Behind scenes of Key City Classic February 21, 2019

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Features

Ms. Wagner leaves behind legacy

Ava Hoelscher, Reporter

June 7, 2019 • No Comments

Ms. Cynthia Wagner is different things to different people. To the cross country team, she’s a fierce, determined, and loving coach. To the Senate, she’s an organized...

Summer concerts

Sami Rury, Reporter

June 2, 2019 • No Comments

Imagine standing there with your friends and family jamming out to your favorite music artist. This summer Ellie Meyer, ‘22, Ana Chandlee, Abigail Klauer, ‘21, and other...

8th graders jumping into their high school careers

Lola Grap, Reporter

May 28, 2019 • No Comments

Pictured above: Bryce Rudiger, Seamus Crahan, Nora King, Lydia Foy, and Tatum Manternach, '23. Where do you see yourself a year from now? “I see myself being more mature...

Student take a walk down memory lane May 20, 2019
Students embrace their senior scaries May 20, 2019
Wahlert staff says goodbye to seniors May 20, 2019

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