Wapello Community Schools

Today's second Senior Shoutout goes out to Robert Drayfahl. Robert is the son of Josh and Jill Drayfahl. For one year, Robert was a member of Band, NHS for two years, Track for three years, and Cross-Country for four. After graduation, Robert plans to join the Air Force. When we asked Robert which staff member has had the greatest impact on him during his high shool tenure he said Mrs. Kristin Marshall. This is because "She always helped me when I needed it the most." Robert's advice to underclassmen is simply to "Always try your best, but don't forget to enjoy the time you have." Congratulations and best wishes to Robert on his graduation from WHS with the class of 2020 #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

March 11, 2020 Update: The weather yesterday felt like a day in late fall, rather than spring. I'm really hoping it was a fluke. Governor Reynolds hinted that she will reveal some details tomorrow about continued reopening efforts. I have no idea what those details might be. Time will tell. I will be out of commission for a couple days, so there won't be any daily updates. Fear not. They shall return. In the meantime... Wash your hands. Cover your cough. Wash your hands. Stay home if you belong to a high risk group. Wash your hands. If you are out and about, practice social distance. For you State Fair fans, social distancing means keep one butter cow distance from other people. Wash your hands. #wearewapello #wapellotribepride

High School Students and Parents: You have been emailed the registration form, fees and schedule for SCC courses for this fall. Please email me (rena.philp@wapellocsd.org) with any questions. - Ms. Philp

Our first Senior Shoutout today goes out to Jesse Parish. Jesse is the son of Amber & Michael Spiker and Tim & Britnae Charlett. While in high school, Jesse has participated in Cross-Country for two years. He was also a member of the Track team, Band and Choir all four years. After graduation, Jesse plans to join the National Guard. When we asked Jesse which staff member has had the greatest impact on him during his high shool tenure he said Mr. Jason Marshall and Mr. Micah Peck. This is because "[they] pushed me to do my best even when I wanted to give up hope." Jesse's advice to underclassmen is "Always remember to enjoy the little things." Congratulations and best wishes to Jesse on his graduation from WHS with the class of 2020 #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

School Meals Reminder. Please remember that the school is still offering breakfast and lunches from 10:00-11:00 every Monday and Wednesday. Just pull behind the Elementary by the gym and they will be there ready to get you these FREE meals. These are for any students ages 0-18.

The second Senior Shoutout goes out to Cassandra Chesmore. Cassie is the daughter of James and Amber Chesmore. While in high school Cassie has been a member of the Football Cheerleading for three years and the Pom Squad for four. Cassie's plan after graduation is to begin in the workforce. We asked Cassie to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life while in school. She named Ms. Jane Bostian because, "[she] was the one teacher I trusted the most in the building. She was always there for me if I needed help with anything." When we asked Cassie her advice for underclassmen, she said "Enjoy your time in school and don't take anything for granted." Congratulations and best wishes to Cassie on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

May 8, 2020 Update: Happy Friday, everyone! Remember to pick up your missing clothes, notebooks, clothes, pencils, clothes, etc...from the school buildings. It's a shame your closets are sitting half empty when your clothes are on a lost and found table. There have been many rumors floating around about summer activities. Some say baseball and softball will start up. Some say the seasons are a lost cause. Governor Reynolds has said that she will issue guidance on summer activities by June 1. I'm confident we'll hear something before June 1. But, until the governor makes an announcement, everything is just a rumor. With certain parts of Iowa's economy opening up, the guidance from public health remains largely the same. Wash your hands. Cover your cough. Wash your hands. If you are in a high risk group, stay home. Wash your hands. If you are out and about, practice social distancing of at least 6 feet. Wash your hands. Enjoy the weekend, everyone. I think it's going to get chilly. #wearewapello #wapellotribepride

Friday's first Senior Shoutout is to Jaeden Hoag. He is the son of Jeremy and Rebecca Hoag. During high school, Jaeden has been a member of the Track and Football teams for three years. After graduation, Jaeden plans to attend Central College to study Exercise Science, then own a gym, or pursue a career in law enforcement. We asked Jaeden to name a teacher/staff member who had an impact on his life while in school. He said All of Them because, "the staff at Wapello have always been good to me, and I appreciate all of you putting up with my antics, and teaching me to never give up, thank you for being apart of my life." When asked Jaeden his advice for underclassmen, hesaid "Don't take anything or anyone for granted, you never know when something is going to be ripped out of your grasp. Life is hard, but it's also what you make of it, you dont have time to be unhappy, Good luck kids." Congratulations and best wishes to Jaeden as he graduates from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020s

Wapello Elementary would like to welcome Teresa Coleman as the new Elementary Secretary! Teresa will replace Phyllis Connolly who will be retiring later this month, after 35 years of service to the Wapello Community School District. Teresa has lived in the Wapello Community for the past 15 years, her family consists of her husband Tim, and her children Luray (4), and her son Jack (3). Teresa attended Southeastern Community College and Western Illinois University. Prior to starting at Wapello Elementary, Teresa worked for Louisa County in the Treasurer’s Office and as a dispatcher at the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office. In her spare time, you will find Teresa being with family and friends and spending time outside enjoying activities with her kids. Teresa has only been at Wapello Elementary for this past week, but she noted that, "In the short time I have worked at Wapello Elementary, I am amazed at how devoted and caring the staff is for the students who attend this school. I am very excited to get to know all the children, along with their families, when school starts back up! Please help us to welcome Teresa to the Wapello Community School District and wish her well in her new position! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

Today's second Senior Shoutout goes out to Morgan Grimm. Morgan is the son of Robin and Jeb Grimm. For the past three years, Morgan has been a memeber of the Soccer team. After graduation, Morgan plans to study and work in the Electrical field. When we asked Morgan which staff member has had the greatest impact on him during his high school tenure he said Mr. Bill Dunham. This is because "[he] taught me things I didn’t know in Shop and I could do hands on activities." Morgan's advice to underclassmen is simply to "Enjoy it!" Congratulations and best wishes to Morgan on his graduation from WHS with the class of 2020 #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

May 7, 2020 Update: ***Remember to contact the school to pick up your personal belongings. The piles are getting smaller, but we still have lots and lots of things that really belong in your own house, rather than the school. Check for missing clothes. Chances are good that they are sitting at one of the schools! ***Seniors, please contact either Michelle Dickey or Jolene Standford regarding senior T-shirts. They want to make sure every senior has a shirt. No cost to you. The cost has been covered by donors. ***Kids, I hope all of you washed your feet after reading yesterday's update. If not, wash them especially well tonight! ***Today, the guidelines are presented to you in Esperanto. This language was created in the late 1800s and was supposed to become the universal language that replaced all of the other languages on the planet. Yeah, well, that was a big failure. But, the language lives on. Enjoy. Lavu viajn manojn. Kovru vian tuson. Lavu viajn manojn. Restu hejme. Lavu viajn manojn. Praktiku socian distancadon. Lavu viajn manojn. #wearewapello #wapellotribepride

Throwback Thursday to the Senior Class of 2008! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

Thursday's first Senior Shoutout goes to Madyson Reid. Mady is the daughter of Dave Reid and Jamie Ewart. While in high school Mady has been active in Basketball for four years, and softball for 5 years. Mady's future plans include attending Indian Hills Community College to study Radiologic Technology. We asked Mady to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life. She named Mr. Micah Peck for this because, "[he] always told me that 'you can go further in life than you expect to'." When asked her advice for underclassmen, Mady said "Live everyday of high school like it’s always your last day." Congratulations and best wishes to Mady on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020

Throwback Thursday to the Senior Class of 2008! #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride

The Wapello FFA Greenhouse is open for online orders and curbside pickup! Check out their website at the link below to place your order and pay online! View the site at: https://wapello-ffa-greenhouse.square.site/

WHS Senior T-shirts! If you are interested in a Wapello Senior T-shirt, follow this link! https://forms.gle/G4rqGgzxfXjQqo5u6 Or contact Jolene Standford (Logan Steahr) or Michelle Dickey (Eryka Dickey). Anyone is welcome to order! SENIORS: If you need assistance ordering a shirt, please contact Jolene or Michelle. Orders are Due Saturday, May 9th.

High School Food Pantry will be open from 3:00-5:00 today.

Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! We are in strange times right now, and school certainly doesn't look like it did only a few months ago. But one of the lessons that COVID-19 is teaching us is that schools play a huge role in the lives of our students and our community. And schools can't operate without amazing people. And that's what we have, absolutely amazing people. So, thank you to all of the teachers and staff who are figuring out how to operate in different ways, with different technologies, with different expectations, and a whole lot of unknowns. Thank you for stepping up and confronting this latest challenge. Your work, much of it out of sight and behind the scenes, is vitally important and tremendously appreciated. Thank you. Mike

The Elementary Food Pantry will be open Thursday, May 7th from 2:00-4:30. Please follow the signs to the back of the building where we will place the food outside for you to pick up. #wearewapello #wapellotribepride

Wednesday's second Senior Shoutout goes out to Alexis Knight. Alexis is the daughter of Kerry and Darin Knight. While in high school Alexis has been a member of the Student Council and NHS for two years, track for one year, Cross-Country and Soccer for three years, and Band for four years. Alexis's future plan is to attend Iowa State University to study Animal Ecology. We asked Alexis to name a teacher/staff member who has had an impact on her life while in school. She named Mrs. Annette Ungerer because, "She has always really cared for me and every single one of her students and she truly wants us all to succeed in life." When asked Alexis her advice for underclassmen, she said "Keep going and never give up no matter what." Congratulations and best wishes to Alexis on her graduation from WHS with the class of 2020. #WeAreWapello #WapelloTribePride #classof2020