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 freshman 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. ...
Disney Plus Vs. Netflix
Zoey May, Reporter
January 30, 2020
By Zoey May Of The Gleaner On Sept. 23, 2010, a remarkable event took place: Blockbuster, the once-giant video rental service, closed its doors for good. The cause was obvious: Netflix, an online streaming service, had taken over.. It has been nearly ten years since then, and while...
Beneficial new laws for Iowa teens
Makayla Schockemoehl, Reporter
January 30, 2020
Did you know that you can be ticketed for having your phone in your hand while driving? Whether you were stopped at the stop light, just changing the song, answering a phone call while it was on speaker… it doesn’t matter. As long as the phone is in your hand, you can be ticketed in Io...
Caucusing: What is it? How does it work?
Alejandro Rojas, Editor
January 30, 2020
It may be hard to believe, but it’s already 2020. Not only is it the beginning of a new decade, but it’s also an election year here in the United States. In November, we, as a nation, will vote on our leader for the next four years, be it President Trump again or a new person. Before any of that ...
Revival of childhood memories
Lola Grap, Reporter
January 15, 2020
As the 2010s come to an end, students at Wahlert remember their childhood with nostalgic toys, accessories, and games. Anna Slaght, ‘21 I specifically remember playing “Let’s Go Fishin’” with my brother and sister. Every time I see one, I think back to 2010, and I just get...
Siblings or best friends for life?
Lola Grap, Reporter
January 15, 2020
by Lola Grap of The Gleaner Having a sibling at school can have it’s advantages and disadvantages. It can mean an automatic friend, someone to help you when you are struggling with homework, or just someone to complain to. At Wahlert, numerous students have siblings who also attend Wah...
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...
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Caroline Schmid, Reporter
April 1, 2020 • No Comments
Overall, this year’s show choir season was great. To be honest I was kind of worried about the new freshman coming in because I didn’t know about all the talent, but...
Small group, big group, red group, blue group
February 10, 2020
January 30, 2020
Our thoughts on the traditions of The Nest
January 30, 2020