Dancers rock the rafters for funds
Sophie Skemp, Reporter
February 10, 2020
The Dance Team is nearing the end of their 2019-20 season with the Rock the Rafters dance camp. Rock the Rafters is the dance team’s home showcase, where boys and girls of ages 4 to 12 come to learn dances and have fun. The performance part of the day will be Feb. 9th at 1 p.m. in the Wahlert gym. A lot of work goes into preparing for the camp, but all the hard work ...
Starting the year with a bang
Tess Breslin, Reporter
January 30, 2020
While watching NFL games, there are a lot of head injuries that take players out of the game. I have always wondered why these athletes didn’t just suck it up and finish the game in order to win. After having my own concussion, I finally understand the importance of concussion protocol and the ...
Homeopathic Remedies
Libby Sigwarth, Reporter
January 15, 2020
Cold and flu season has arrived and is in full swing, but there is a way to avoid it. A tactic that has gained recognition in the past few years is the resource of homeopathic remedies. According to the American Institute of Homeopathy, this is “the practice of medicine that embraces a holistic, natur...
Norton lights up the future for immigrants
Tess Breslin, Reporter
December 12, 2019
“The Lantern Center is a place where I can directly see the impact goodness can play on people’s lives, which is the reason why I am so glad I am a part of it!” said Julia Norton, ‘20. The Lantern Center is a local hospitality center that helps immigrants learn English, study for the citizenship ...
Does the shoe fit?
Libby Sigwarth, Reporter
November 7, 2019
Homecoming season, for the most part, has come and gone, but some students are still left with bruises and scrapes from men’s shoes during the homecoming dance. Girls show up to the dance, and the first thing they do is take their sky high heels off to go dance, leaving them vulnerable to the m...
The life of a multiple
Caroline Schmid, Reporter
October 21, 2019
Seeing double or triple? If so, you may want to keep reading. Because there are many sets of twins and triplets at Wahlert, whether identical or fraternal, it can be hard to identify who is who. Despite being mistaken for one’s sibling, there are many reasons it can be fun to be a multiple. Ceci...
Upcoming concerts nearby
Sophie Skemp, Reporter
October 17, 2019
by Sophie Skemp Of the Gleaner Concerts are a great way to get out, let loose and create memories that last a lifetime. Whether you enjoy screaming at the top of your lungs or dancing to your favorite country, pop or rap songs, pick a date and secure a spot at a concert nearby. Brady...
2019 Homecoming Court
Libby Sigwarth, Reporter
October 7, 2019
Wahlert is full of spirited and bright individuals. Homecoming especially is a time where students can recognize classmates who exemplify one or more of the characteristics that they as a class value most. To get to know a few of the royal students on Homecoming Court, The Gleaner asked them a few qu...
Checking homecoming off the bucket list
Brooke Bauer, Reporter
October 7, 2019
It's that time of year again! Many students stress about their homecoming proposals. Is it creative enough? Am I going to get asked? Some people have already been asked, but for others the question is still in the air. Claire Walker, ‘22, got asked by Jimmy McDermott, ‘21. Walker sai...
Short vs tall: Which is better?
Caroline Schmid, Reporter
October 7, 2019
There are many pros and cons to being short as well to being tall. For tall folks, it is easy to reach high shelves, see above crowds, and they can give the best hugs. But shortly for Marina Hishikawa, ‘22, being 5’2” has its good points. “Anyone slightly taller than me gives the best hugs...
Ashley Steele, Editor
March 24, 2020 • No Comments
Dear Wahlert Student Body, All I want to say is, is that I know this sucks. The normal days that we are used to living have been turned completely upside down. I’m...
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Ashley Steele, Editor
February 10, 2020 • No Comments
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