The Whiting Elementary School Library was the recipient of a generous donation from the John and Evelyn Mercer family. The money the family members collected at their Thanksgiving dinner was donated to the library and was used to purchase 45 books for our students to read and enjoy. Representing the family in the picture are Dale and Renee Cooper, along with great-nieces Lexie and Kylie, and great-nephew, Tatum. On behalf of the entire staff as well as the students, we give our thanks and appreciation.
Marvin Hildreth Enters the Top 10 ~ West Monona-Whiting Varsity Wrestling
DES MOINES, IA - Senior Marvin Hildreth is ranked 9th in the latest Class 1A State Tournament Rankings at 138 pounds. Marvin is 18-1 at the break with his lone loss coming by a close 3-0 decision to Easton Graff -- the 4th ranked Class 2A wrestler from Sgt. Bluff-Luton. Rankings are compiled by the Predicament wrestling magazine.
Whiting Community School Hosted Another Successful Book Fair!
The Whiting Community School hosted a Book Fair from October 24th through October 26th. Funds raised helped purchase books for the Whiting School elementary and secondary libraries as well as the classroom libraries. Families, faculty, staff, students and the community were all involved and participated in many ways through volunteering, donations, purchasing books, or just encouraging the love of reading.
The school partnered with the women’s fellowship group from the Whiting First Congregational Church to raise funds to replace books in schools affected by the recent hurricanes. Together, just over $1000.00 was raised for All For Books. Scholastic Books will match these donations by providing books to these same schools through the Kids in Need Foundation.
The Whiting Education Foundation provided funds for every student to purchase a book. Their generosity was greatly appreciated. Each child selected a book and a sticker was affixed to the inside front cover denoting it as a gift from the Whiting Education Foundation.
Total sales of books, including funds provided by the Whiting Education Foundation were just short of $4,800.00, and teachers were able to select $1,260.00 worth of books for their classroom libraries.
Lunch with a Loved One was held on Wednesday, October 25th, with students in grades PK-6 inviting a loved one to pack their own lunch and share it with them in the lunchroom. They also had the opportunity to shop at the book fair during their visit.
Classroom teachers sparked enthusiasm and were competing for a book prize by decorating their classroom door with a reading theme. Voting by the judges resulted in a tie. Both Mr. West, 4th grade teacher, and Mrs. Boynton, 1st grade teacher were awarded a book prize.
Students who won a free book from the book fair included: Kylie Atmore, Bradley Stoeklen, Blair Newton, Greyson Woodward, Cayden Roberts, Liam Stensgard, David Jorgensen, Hannah Neubaum and Brenyn Teel. Students who won a free poster from the book fair were: Sophie Newlon, ShayLynn Kamrath, Zane Bergman, Kelsey Vanden Bosch, Emilie Atmore, Abbie Hagestrom, Syncerity Ruble, Noah Hagestrom and Avery Turner, Koltyn Anderson, Charlotte Stensgard, Samantha Jorgenson, and Lance Nichols.
WHS National Honor Society plants Memorial
Dr. Garred Sr. served on the Whiting School Board for 30 years. The Whiting High School National Honor Society wanted to honor his memory by planting this tree and hanging this plaque in the courtyard of the Whiting Community School. Dr. Garred Sr. worked a lifetime caring for the residents and students of Whiting through his medical practice and his time as a board of education member. We appreciate his many contributions over the years.
“Thank you to Dr. John Garred Sr. and his family for a lifetime of caring for our children and their education.”
This memorial can be found in the Courtyard of the School, near the main office.
Whiting Warrior High School Volleyball 2017 Season is underway!
Whiting High School Volleyball practices began back in August with hopes of a great season this year. This year, Steve Snyder is back as the High School Volleyball Coach.
Delaney turner, senior
kennedy cooper, junior
Halle murray, Freshman
semia aldrich, junior
marissa labno, junior
Alayna Young, Freshman
Left to right: Halle murray, lauryn teel, marissa labno, delaney turner, kennedy cooper, jacey tadlock, semia aldrich, and alayna young.
Here are the results from this seasons VB matches:
8-24 vs KP 0-3 loss
8-29 vs Woodbine 0-3 loss
8-31 vs WH 0-3 loss
9-2 vs Omaha Nation 0-2 loss, vs Clarinda Academy 2-0 win, vs Boys Town 0-2 loss
9-12 vs Omaha Nation 1-3 loss
9-16 vs Woodbine 0-2 loss, vs Missouri Valley 0-2 loss, vs AHSTW 0-2 loss, vs WH 0-2 loss
"Although our win/loss record doesn't show it, we are improving with each match. We are starting to play as a team, and individual skills are developing. Out team serving is above .90 which is one of our goals for the season," said Coach Snyder.
Wish the Lady Warriors good luck tonight as the team has a game at College View Academy!
*Special Thanks to Sabrina Cooper for taking pictures!