Wapello Community Schools

Today's Senior Shoutout goes to Leigha Weyrick. She is the daughter of Sydney and Fred Weyrick. While in high school Leigha has been active in Basketball, Soccer, and Band all four years. Leigha's plans after graduation are still to be determined. We asked Leigha to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life. She named Mr. Brandon Brown for this because, "He is a great basketball coach! I appreciate how he wants to build the Wapello girls basketball program into a winning tradition and how he made us feel like a family - including the team meals. Thank you for letting me be a part of the team. I am looking forward to watching where he takes the program in the future." When asked her advice for underclassmen, Leigha said "Always give your all and go to all summer practices - that is where you become great! Believe in yourself. You are coming from a great place. Go to open gym in the summer. Cheer for your teammates on your teams." Congratulations and best wishes to Leigha on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Throwback Thursday!! More class photos from the 1980 WHS Tomahawk today! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

Important Information regarding student lunches for next week (May 25-29). There will be no lunch pickup on Monday, May 25, due to the Memorial Day Holiday. Parents can pick up lunches for four days on Tuesday, May 26 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. The pickup on Tuesday will include lunches for four days (some meals will be frozen). Enjoy the long holiday weekend! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

The Wapello CSD Board of Directors will meet for a special meeting tonight at 6:00 p.m. at the Central Administration Office. The agenda can be found at: https://5il.co/g7fb This meeting will be live-streamed on Facebook beginning at 6:00 p.m. tonight. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

The Elementary Food Pantry will be open for pick up from 2:00 - 4:30 on Thursday, May 21st. Please drive around to the back of the building.

HS Food Pantry will be open tomorrow from 2:30 - 4:30.

Midweek brings another Senior Shoutout. Today's first one is for Emerald Elton. Emerald is the daughter of Georgia and Alen Elton. Emerald worked hard in school and was able to graduate early this year. Her future include attending Southeastern Community College, then transfer to a four year college to purse a degree related to the environment. We asked Emerald to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life. She named Ms. Rena Philp for this because, "[with] her being the school counselor, she was always there to talk to me when I needed it. I knew I could count on her to give me good advice." When asked her advice for underclassmen, Emerald said "Enjoy the rest of each individual school day while you can, before you’re never a teen again." Congratulations and best wishes to Emerald on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

It's extremely rare that you see one of the Poole twins without the other. So today's second Senior Shoutout goes to Jacinda Poole. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Byron Poole. Jacey also spent her high school career focusing on her studies, and is also employed at J&S Tube. In fact, her job maybe how she's decided what her future plans will hold; which is to attend Southeastern Community College to study Precision Machining. We asked Jacey to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life. She named Mr. Bill Duhnam for this because, "He helped me find what I want to do." When asked her advice for underclassmen, Jacey said "Take it one step at a time even if it gets tough." Congratulations and best wishes to Jacey on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Is anyone that lives near Wapello High School missing a dog? This little one is at the WHS Greenhouse. If you recognize this dog, would you please notify the owners that it is hanging out at the WHS Greenhouse? Thank You!

Our first Senior Shoutout for today goes out to Jarin Poole. Jarin is the son of Jennifer and Byron Poole. While Jarin focused on his studies through high school, he had been working at J&S Tube prior to the COVID-19 shutdown. After graduation, Jarin plans to attend a two year program to study cybersecurity and networking. We asked Jarin to name a teacher/staff member who has made an impact on his life while in school. He named Mr. Jason Marshall because, "[he] helped me get through my years of school." When we asked Jarin his advice to the underclassmen of WHS, his answer, "If I can make it, you can make it." Congratulations and best wishes to Jarin as he graduates from WHS with the class of 2020! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #Class of 2020

The Wapello CSD Board of Directors will be meeting for a Special Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wapello CSD Central Administration Office. The Regular Monthly Meeting previously scheduled for May 20, has been moved to May 27, 2020. The agenda for this week's Special Meeting can be found at: https://5il.co/g7fb #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

Monday's second Senior Shoutout is for Logan Steahr. Logan is the son of Jolene Stanford and Michael Steahr. During high school, Logan spent his time focusing on his school work. After graduation, Logan plans to attend Southeastern Community College to study in the welding program. We asked Logan to name a teacher/staff member who has made an impact on his life while in school. He named Ms. Jane Bostian because, "She was always incredibly kind to everyone, and just lax enough for her classes to be fun whenever I was in them. She has always seemed like a teacher first and foremost, and a friend second. (Plus when I got left behind on the London subway in 2017 she insisted on holding my hand the rest of the time we rode them, lol)." When we asked Logan his advice to the underclassmen of WHS, he said, "You might feel like school is taking forever and you cant wait to be out, but I promise that when the time comes, you will miss having a set in stone schedule. Make the most of it while you can." Congratulations and best wishes to Logan on his graduation from WHS with the class of 2020! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #Class of 2020

Mark your calendars to help us honor our retiring staff with a parade in their honor! With the 2020 school year coming to an early closure we would like to recognize the five Wapello employees who are retiring by holding a Retirement Parade in their honor. All choosing to participate will meet at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26th at the Wapello Fairgrounds on the North end of town. We will pass by both school buildings where the retirees will be sitting. After we have paraded by the Wapello School buildings honoring retired staff the parade will continue throughout town showing our Wapello Tribe Pride Spirit. Who: EVERYONE - Students, Staff, Parents, Community Members What: Retirement Parade Where: Wapello Fair Grounds When: Tuesday, May 26th at 6:00 p.m. Why: To recognize and thank the 2020 retirees for their dedication and service. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

On a normal year, this would be the week leading up to Graduation. As we continue to celebrate this class of 2020, we'll start with today's first Senior Shoutout. It goes out to Dakota Woodsmall. Dakota is the daughter of Roger and Marla Woodsmall. She just recently transferred to Wapello, but has participated in Cross-Country and Track for one year during high school. Dakota's future plan is to begin working after graduation. Because the time Dakota spent at Wapello was cut short, instead of asking her advice, we'd like offer some for her, "Dakota, continue to encourage yourself, believe in yourself and always love yourself! If you do those things your future will be bright." (Ms. Rena Philp). The staff of WHS want to wish Dakota best wishes and Congratulations as she graduates with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Good Monday morning to you all! Please be reminded that teachers are still conducting zoom sessions throughout the week. There are lots of good virtual lessons happening at every level. Also, MS students, check out your new choice boards for the week! They have been posted on the website and emailed to you directly. MS/HS students, please don't forget to check your email for an ER update. If you still need to earn points for 3rd quarter you have until June 1st to do so. Have a wonderful week! #wearewapello #wapellotribepride

The Wapello FFA Greenhouse is winding down sales for the year. 50% off on all remaining stock! Sales will now be by appointment only on Tuesday, May 19 - Thursday, May 21 and only exact change or checks can be accepted. To schedule an appointment, contact Danielle Wolfe at: danielle.wolfe@wapellocsd.org Thank you for your support of the Wapello FFA! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

Our second Senior Shoutout for today goes out to Max Hardin. Max is the son of Josh and Beth Hardin. For two years, Max played on the Indian football team. After graduation, Max plans to attend a trade school for electrical engineering. When we asked Max which staff member has had the greatest impact on him during his high shool tenure he said Mr. Bohlen (the boss man himself). This is because "He was always there for me and was always there to tell me when I was being stupid." Max's advice to underclassmen is "Don’t get on top of the school, it’s not worth it." (Seems like good advice!). Congratulations and best wishes to Max on his graduation from WHS with the class of 2020 #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Today's first Senior Shoutout goes to Alexandra Caudle. Alex is the daughter of Kristy and Damon Moore. While in high school Alex has been active in Golf for one year, Choir, Speech and Drama, NHS and Student Council for two years, and Band for three years. Alex's future include attending Southeastern Community College, then transfer to a four year college. We asked Alex to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life. She named Ms. Jane Bostian for this because, "[she] has been one of my biggest supporters through out my high school career. She had been with me through thick and thin. There was never a day where I couldn't go into her classroom and expresses myself and my feelings. Ms. Bostian never made me feel like I was less, and saw talent in me that I didn't even know where there. She has always supported me in everything I have done, and was there as a shoulder to cry on when things didn't work out. Ms. Jane Bostian was not only one of my teachers but also a role model for me. She has given me confidence in myself and strength to continue being myself. I could never thank her enough for all she has done for me." When asked her advice for underclassmen, Alex said "Treat people with kindness, including yourself." Congratulations and best wishes to Alex on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Do you still need flowers and plants for your home or business? The Wapello FFA Greenhouse is accepting online orders for curbside pickup! Check out their website at: https://wapello-ffa-greenhouse.square.site/ Place your order, pay online, and arrange a time for pickup! It is that easy! Get your order in today, we have had a great response to this sale so far! Questions can be directed to: danielle.wolfe@wapellocsd.org #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

The second Senior Shoutout for today goes out to Austin Kemper. Austin is the son of Mark and Heather Kemper. While in high school, Austin was a member of the Indian Basketball team for one year. After graduation, Austin plans to join in the workforce at Kemper Trucking and Eagle Bluff Farms. We asked Austin to name a teacher/staff member who has made an impact on his life while in school. Austin named Mr. Ken Spielbauer and Mr. Larry Miller (former teacher) because, "Ken never gave up on me and for that I am forever grateful! Larry was a very good teacher!" When we asked Austin his advice to the underclassmen of WHS, he said, "make nice with Mrs. Moulton." Congratulations and best wishes to Austin and graduation from WHS with the class of 2020! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #Class of 2020