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“Health and wellness is something that inspires me and something I like to do in my spare time,” Shelman said.

Humans of West: Ryan Shelman

Aiden Rushing, Reporter September 28, 2018

New gym teacher Ryan Shelman has been a P.E. teacher for the past seven years at West Burlington High School in southeast Iowa. Although Shelman knew that he wanted to become an educator, he thought he...

Junior Madison White hand paints the American flag.

Welding students refurbish 9/11 memorial

Naomi Walker, Co-Media Editor & Business Manager September 20, 2018

On Sept. 11, Mr. Zinn’s Vocational Welding class began their project to refurbish the 9/11 memorial located in the front of the school. “We built the memorial 17 years ago in my class and refurbished...

Kahley poses with his quince drum in the band room.

Senior Spotlight: Carson Kahley

Naomi Walker, Co-Media Editor and Business Manager September 17, 2018

Q: What was/is your favorite part of West? A: My favorite part of West is drumline. I’ve been in drumline for four years and I just enjoy it. We are a pretty tight group, so it is fun.   Q:...

“I love West High School. I bleed red and white. I’ve been running these hallways since 1963. My dad was a teacher here and I remember coming here with him when I was a little kid. I graduated from here in 1976. I’ve coached several sports here: volleyball, swimming and tennis. I’m just a big supporter of West High School, Jane Kroening said.

Humans of West: Jane Kroening

Naomi Walker, Co-Media Editor and Buisiness Manager September 7, 2018

Jane Kroening has taught English at West for 14 years and claims she bleeds red and white. “When I first came here my son and daughter [went to school here]. I was teaching at Walcott. I was very...

“I have always watched movies and thought ‘wow that was a good movie’ but now it’s more like ‘did you see those transitions? And that lighting?’ Overall it has given me a different way to view movies and a deeper appreciation for them,” senior Vanessa Banks said.

Lights, camera, action!

Hannah Andrews, News Editor September 7, 2018

The director looked upon the audience with nervous anticipation, they laughed at the joke and the nerves flooded out like a rushing river. Being new to film making, Vanessa Banks hopped into the Urban...

Williams decorated her door with a poster and a Packers flag to show her personality.

West High way

Naomi Walker, Co-Media Editor & Business Manager August 28, 2018

Falcons begin the 2018-2019 school year with an almost all new administration headed by new Principal Cory Williams.   New Falcon faces Imagine sitting at home recovering from surgery and...

Social worker Jennifer OHare has been working to improve the food pantry to ensure that all students and community members have any necessities they need.

Falcon Nest continues to grow

Kate Kealey, Editor-in-chief June 1, 2018

On Tuesday morning, May 29 the Falcon Nest laid a new sidewalk leading to the entrance of the pantry. The food pantry started at the beginning of the 2017/2018 school year and has expanded to providing...

It is a great feeling to be a part of this great senior class, and to see our hard work pay off, senior Brett Erwin said. 
We went through everything we are going to be doing on Sunday. They told us what the itinerary is going to be and had us walk through a fake stage.

2018 graduates prepare to walk the stage

Naomi Walker and Kate Kealey May 31, 2018

On May. 31, West's 2018 graduates practiced for the graduation ceremony scheduled for June 4. Seniors received their cap and gown, as well as graduation cords that were awarded to them for achievements...

Q: Do you think your skills will change at Central? Why or why not?
A: I will always continuously reflect on what I do or try to find something better or new. So yes, but I will still be the same teacher I am now because of what I learned here at West.

Moving on: Mike Wells

Naomi Walker, Reporter May 31, 2018

Q: How long have you taught at West? A: I am finishing my eleventh year here at West.   Q: What will you miss most about West? A: I will miss the staff, and a lot of the students. I’ll...

Q: What will you miss most about West?

A: Just the people here. I have so many great relationships here. It’s going to be really hard not to see everybody on a weekly basis.

Moving on: Mike Garnica

Danielle Stevens, Managing Editor May 31, 2018

  Q: How long have you been working at West? A: I have been working here for six years.   Q: What school are you going to after this year? A: I’m going to be transferring to...

Joy Saladino helps freshman Samantha Gilliland with advanced Microsoft Office.

Retiree: Joy Saladino

Joseph Potts, Reporter May 30, 2018

Q: How long have you been working at West? A: I have been teaching 34 years. I earned my Bachelor of Arts from Marycrest College (1976-1980), then earned a teaching degree from Northern Illinois from...

Spanish teacher Barbara Lipnick retires after 28 years of teaching at West.

Retiree: Barbara Lipnick

Naomi Walker, Reporter May 23, 2018

Q: How long have you taught at West and all together? A: I have taught 35 years in the Davenport Schools, and I have taught at West for 28 years.   Q: Where did you go to college? A:...

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