These Hawkeyes were caught SOARing! The weekly S.O.A.R. award is given to elementary students who display the following positive behaviors:
S- Safety
O- On Task
A- Achievement
R- Respect
September 8th - 12th Winners: Taytum, Faith, Charli, Eli, Christinah, and Nick
“Taytum was sitting quietly, being respectful, and on task during work time.” - Ms. Janet (Preschool)
“Faith is an excellent role model for her classmates on all of the SOAR expectations. She is not afraid to ask for help on difficult tasks and always does her best on her work! Keep up the great work!” - Miss Brock (Kindergarten)
“Charli has earned the SOAR Award because she is a great listener, always on task, and a hard worker!” - Ms. Maguire (1st grade)
“Eli does his best work and follows school expectations at all times so he can soar! He was caught sitting quietly and ignoring his neighbor in line to not talk!” - Mrs. Rife (2nd grade)
“Christinah is a very hard worker. She tries very hard with all her work.” - Mrs. Lewis (3rd grade)
“Nick has been showing his SOAR expectations by doing well with his respect. He is always respectful of his teachers and following their directions. Nick will continue to do a good job as the year goes on!” - Mr. Stevenson (4th grade)
S- Safety
O- On Task
A- Achievement
R- Respect
September 8th - 12th Winners: Taytum, Faith, Charli, Eli, Christinah, and Nick
“Taytum was sitting quietly, being respectful, and on task during work time.” - Ms. Janet (Preschool)
“Faith is an excellent role model for her classmates on all of the SOAR expectations. She is not afraid to ask for help on difficult tasks and always does her best on her work! Keep up the great work!” - Miss Brock (Kindergarten)
“Charli has earned the SOAR Award because she is a great listener, always on task, and a hard worker!” - Ms. Maguire (1st grade)
“Eli does his best work and follows school expectations at all times so he can soar! He was caught sitting quietly and ignoring his neighbor in line to not talk!” - Mrs. Rife (2nd grade)
“Christinah is a very hard worker. She tries very hard with all her work.” - Mrs. Lewis (3rd grade)
“Nick has been showing his SOAR expectations by doing well with his respect. He is always respectful of his teachers and following their directions. Nick will continue to do a good job as the year goes on!” - Mr. Stevenson (4th grade)
September 2025 Board Minutes: https://5il.co/3pldr
West Harrison will be moving together as part of the @Iowa Healthiest State Initiative 15th Annual Walk! This is a great first step towards a healthier lifestyle and connecting with each other. Make a commitment to improving your overall physical, mental and social health for ourselves and the state of Iowa. Let’s keep the movement going! For more resources on how to live an active lifestyle, visit www.iowahealthieststate.com
#StartSomewhere #HSIWalk
#StartSomewhere #HSIWalk
These Hawkeyes were caught SOARing! The weekly S.O.A.R. award is given to elementary students who display the following positive behaviors:
S- Safety
O- On Task
A- Achievement
R- Respect
September 1st-5th Winners: Cameron, Weston, Evelyn, Lilah, and Hannah
“Cameron was very on task while working independently at his desk!” - Miss Brock (Kindergarten)
“Weston holds a zero in the air when he walks in the hall to show others the hallway expectations for talking are at a zero level. He is always on task in the classroom and does his best work. - Ms. Maguire (1st grade)
“Evelyn was on task and respectful in class, hallways, and carpet time.” - Mrs. Rife (2nd grade)
“When overwhelmed with a task, Lilah chose to go to our calm corner for a couple of minutes. After a few minutes, Lilah went back and completed the task.” - Mrs. Lewis (3rd grade)
“Hannah is always on task and ready for class. She is definitely modeling SOAR expectations daily.” - Mr. Stevenson (4th grade)
S- Safety
O- On Task
A- Achievement
R- Respect
September 1st-5th Winners: Cameron, Weston, Evelyn, Lilah, and Hannah
“Cameron was very on task while working independently at his desk!” - Miss Brock (Kindergarten)
“Weston holds a zero in the air when he walks in the hall to show others the hallway expectations for talking are at a zero level. He is always on task in the classroom and does his best work. - Ms. Maguire (1st grade)
“Evelyn was on task and respectful in class, hallways, and carpet time.” - Mrs. Rife (2nd grade)
“When overwhelmed with a task, Lilah chose to go to our calm corner for a couple of minutes. After a few minutes, Lilah went back and completed the task.” - Mrs. Lewis (3rd grade)
“Hannah is always on task and ready for class. She is definitely modeling SOAR expectations daily.” - Mr. Stevenson (4th grade)
September 2025 Board Agenda: https://5il.co/3pbv6
Hawkeye Youth Volleyball Action!
Shout out to Timmy and Mackenzie for working hard in Lifetime Fitness. The really rocked out the "Just Dance" Activity in the gym today. Way to go Hawkeyes!
September 2025 Lunch Menu: https://5il.co/3ov87
September 2025 Breakfast Menu: https://5il.co/3ov85
Thank You Gingerich Structures!!
This year families can use this QR code to scan and purchase passes to athletic events. Also this year, Gingerich Structures has given a generous donation that will allow ALL West Harrison students to get a free pass into all Home athletic events. THANK YOU Gingerich Structures!! So just make sure when purchasing a pass, you don't purchase one for your student(s). If you are a Senior Citizen, you can get a free pass from the HS office as well. Thank you
August 2025 Lunch Menu: https://5il.co/3o5u0
August 2025 Breakfast Menu: https://5il.co/3o5ty
August 2025 Board Minutes: https://5il.co/3nvvp
Updated August 2025 Board Agenda: https://5il.co/3pbxj
August 2025 Board Agenda: https://5il.co/3nmkn
HS Volleyball Practice for August 11 has been changed and will now be from 8am -10am. WH transportation will leave from the school parking lot at 7:30am sharp with Coach Michalik.
🏈Flag Football Registration is open!🏈
Registration due August 18
Use the link below to register K-4th grade for Flag Football. Games will be played in Blair and practices in Mondamin. Practices will begin in late August with games in September and October.
Due to the generosity of all of our youth sports sponsors and the work of the WH Youth Sports organization, we are able to offer flag football at a reduced fee this year! This year, registration will be $25 per player (opposed to $55 in previous years.) Big thank you to all of our sponsors!
Please fill out one registration form per player by August 18.
https://blueq.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_85PoHPgVp4z9ROK?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5KjaTV47QLYc1GB4h-Bdq7pMCyFzwi0zDlG1Lp6lG0viRrRZuqamopqA07pg_aem_G7pL8yhL6gW_E7V5R90mGQ
Registration due August 18
Use the link below to register K-4th grade for Flag Football. Games will be played in Blair and practices in Mondamin. Practices will begin in late August with games in September and October.
Due to the generosity of all of our youth sports sponsors and the work of the WH Youth Sports organization, we are able to offer flag football at a reduced fee this year! This year, registration will be $25 per player (opposed to $55 in previous years.) Big thank you to all of our sponsors!
Please fill out one registration form per player by August 18.
https://blueq.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_85PoHPgVp4z9ROK?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5KjaTV47QLYc1GB4h-Bdq7pMCyFzwi0zDlG1Lp6lG0viRrRZuqamopqA07pg_aem_G7pL8yhL6gW_E7V5R90mGQ
Junior High / High School Fall Sports Information
**Junior High practices will begin after the start of school. Athletic meetings and signups will take place on the first day of classes**
High School Football Practice
Begins August 4th @ 3:30pm
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 3pm sharp from the WH parking lot)
High School Volleyball Practice
Begins August 11th @ 3:45pm
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 3:15pm sharp from the WH parking lot)
High School Cross Country Practice (girls and boys)
Begins August 11th @ 7am (Meet at MV Track)
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 6:30am sharp from the WH parking lot)
**Any students planning to participate in any of these HS activities will need to email Mr. Maasen at tmaasen@w-harrison.k12.ia.us
**Any students planning to drive to MV for practices at any time during the fall season needs to email Mr. Maasen for the transportation form required by the school. Mr. Maasen will email you the form and you will need to turn it into the HS Office or email it back to him right away. Not having a form turned in means that we plan on you riding school transportation.
**All Athletes need to have a valid physical turned in with your medical, concussion and insurance forms before you are able to participate. See the attached flyer for registration into Missouri Valley athletics on Bound. Please follow these steps to register your athlete for the upcoming season. Hard copies for physical, concussion, medical and insurance forms are available on the West Harrison HS office counter.
**Junior High practices will begin after the start of school. Athletic meetings and signups will take place on the first day of classes**
High School Football Practice
Begins August 4th @ 3:30pm
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 3pm sharp from the WH parking lot)
High School Volleyball Practice
Begins August 11th @ 3:45pm
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 3:15pm sharp from the WH parking lot)
High School Cross Country Practice (girls and boys)
Begins August 11th @ 7am (Meet at MV Track)
(Transportation for WH athletes will leave at 6:30am sharp from the WH parking lot)
**Any students planning to participate in any of these HS activities will need to email Mr. Maasen at tmaasen@w-harrison.k12.ia.us
**Any students planning to drive to MV for practices at any time during the fall season needs to email Mr. Maasen for the transportation form required by the school. Mr. Maasen will email you the form and you will need to turn it into the HS Office or email it back to him right away. Not having a form turned in means that we plan on you riding school transportation.
**All Athletes need to have a valid physical turned in with your medical, concussion and insurance forms before you are able to participate. See the attached flyer for registration into Missouri Valley athletics on Bound. Please follow these steps to register your athlete for the upcoming season. Hard copies for physical, concussion, medical and insurance forms are available on the West Harrison HS office counter.
Missouri Valley is excited about a variety of fall camp opportunities for students at all grade levels. These camps will be led by qualified coaches focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. See the information below to learn more about these camps offered to students from the Missouri Valley and West Harrison school districts.
**West Harrison will not be providing transportation for students to and from these camps**
Youth Football Camp (Free for all 3-8 grades)
August 9th from 10am-12pm
No registration (show up at the field to participate)
Missouri Valley High School
Youth Volleyball Camp
$25 entry fee which includes a T-Shirt
Pay and Register on Day 1 of the camp
8:30am-10am (3-5 grades)
10am-12pm (6-8 grades)
Missouri Valley High School
Cross Country Camp (7-12 grades)
August 4th, 5th, and 6th @ 7am
Missouri Valley HS Track
**West Harrison will not be providing transportation for students to and from these camps**
Youth Football Camp (Free for all 3-8 grades)
August 9th from 10am-12pm
No registration (show up at the field to participate)
Missouri Valley High School
Youth Volleyball Camp
$25 entry fee which includes a T-Shirt
Pay and Register on Day 1 of the camp
8:30am-10am (3-5 grades)
10am-12pm (6-8 grades)
Missouri Valley High School
Cross Country Camp (7-12 grades)
August 4th, 5th, and 6th @ 7am
Missouri Valley HS Track