A glimpse of freedom
Sophie Skemp, Reporter
May 3, 2020
During this time of isolation, take a moment to appreciate all life has given you. Reach out to family you may have not talked to in a long time, strike up a conversation with an old friend, and feel blessed for all opportunities that you have been given. Enjoy this four minute video of my Spring break...
Students find their online schooling groove
May 2, 2020
1. Clean Place, Clean Headspace As tempting as it can be to just grab your computer and get through the first zoom calls of the morning while lying in bed, it is very beneficial to get out of bed and find a space to focus. Nadine Mueller, ‘23, says, “Having a quiet place really helps me beca...
A day in the life of the Wahlert Show Band
Tony Medellin, Author
April 30, 2020
You've all seen the singing and dancing that happens in Show Choir, but what about the music behind it all? This video includes GoPro footage of the Wahlert Catholic High School Show Band at their final competition at Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School. The video takes you through the basics of what...
What a show choir season looks like: Wahlert Impact edition
Caroline Schmid, Reporter
April 1, 2020
Overall, this year’s show choir season was great. To be honest I was kind of worried about the new freshmen coming in because I didn’t know about all the talent, but it turned out that I didn’t have to be nervous because all the freshman, including the sophomores and juniors that make up I...
Small group, big group, red group, blue group
Ashley Steele, Editor
February 10, 2020
by Ashley Steele of The Gleaner As Winter Formal approaches, plans must be made. Between pictures, dinner reservations and car rides, group numbers are key to planning the evening. While some students prefer to go in a large group of friends, others prefer a smaller, close-knit group...
Bummers of babysitting
Claire Walker, Reporter
January 30, 2020
Babysitting is a common way for teenagers to earn money here and there. It can be a good-paying job, and most times can prove to be very easy. However, not every babysitting experience goes as planned. Dalton Timmerman, ‘21, had quite the experience when babysitting a 3-year-old girl who insisted on...
Our thoughts on the traditions of The Nest
William Herbst and Ashley Steele
January 30, 2020
The Nest was once known as one of the best student sections in the state. Hundreds of students would participate in every cheer with an immense amount of school spirit. Wahlert takes pride in its student section. However, the past few years it seems as though participation has declined among the birds in...
Cycling and yoga lead to a healthy lifestyle
Brooke Bauer, Reporter
January 30, 2020
High school is arguably the hardest and most stressful four years of our lives. Teenagers juggle the stress of school and home life, extracurriculars and jobs, which can get to be crazy. The first step to balancing stress and the challenges of everyday life is taking care of yourself. ...
Ashley Steele, Editor
March 24, 2020 • 4 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...
Espresso yourself through coffee
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