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Olivia Dachtler

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer

Olivia Dachtler is a junior at West High, this will be her second year on staff as a photographer. If she is not out shooting, she can likely be found downtown or down at her farm in Kalona.
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The group comes together to give off a dashing urban vibe, filled with white, black and dark blue.

Pareen Mhatre ’18, Wingel Xue ’18 and Fatima Kammona ’19

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
May 25, 2018
Seniors Nick Pryor, Alyson Kuennen and Ethan Goers stand together on a trail at Lake McBride on Saturday, May 12.

Staff Fashion Friday 2018

Kara Wagenknecht, Olivia Dachtler, and Sean Brown
May 25, 2018
Staff member Mhatre '18 chose a plain graphic tee to pair with her pants to accentuate their pattern.

Pareen Mhatre '18 flashes a well known brand, 'Calvin Klein' with a strong pair of patterned pants.

Xue '18 makes a bold statement with black and blue stripes, going even further and pairing white and blue striped shoes as well.

Following the black and blue theme, Wingel Xue '18 sits strong and tall downtown.

Kammona '19 takes a striking pose with a bold one-tone look.

Fatima Kammona '19 stands dressed in black from head to toe, besides the pop of pattern from her floral cardigan.

Behind the spam

Behind the spam

Olivia Dachtler and Sadie Rhomberg
March 30, 2018
Many West High students traveled to Des Moines to compete in the State Leadership Conference. Photo courtesy of Abbie Weipert.

Business Professionals of America compete at the State Leadership Conference

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
February 28, 2018
Staff Spotify playlist: January 2018

Staff Spotify playlist: January 2018

Olivia Dachtler and Kristina Rosebrook
January 29, 2018
In the 'Souper Bowl' event, students worked in Mr. Aanestad's class and made bowls for the University of Iowa's Rape Victim Advocacy Program's annual soup dinner.

[Photo] Cultural proficiency team takes new approach to MLK day celebrations

Sophie Stephens and Natalie Dunlap
January 16, 2018
Samer pairs two jackets to add extra warmth.

Winter Fashion Friday: Samer Suleman

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
December 22, 2017
Due to the warm winter weather, Samer is able to wear a short sleeve jean jacket.

When the real winter weather starts to kick in, double layering long sleeves will come in handy.

Here Samer pairs a blue jean jacket with a maroon sweater.

Samer pairs black jeans and trendy roses.

Top 10 Underrated Netflix Shows

Top 10 Underrated Netflix Shows

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
December 10, 2017
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[Photo] How to: Halloween

October 30, 2017
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[Photo] Staff Fashion Friday: Sadie Rhomberg ’18

Sadie Rhomberg, Reporter
October 20, 2017
Fashion Friday: Hannah Luce '18

Fashion Friday: Hannah Luce ’18

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
October 6, 2017
Fashion Friday: Jackson Elkins '18

Fashion Friday: Jackson Elkins ’18

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
September 15, 2017
Vans are an essential for fall, here Elkins wears black Sk8-Hi's.

Jackson uses the gray to balance out the black of his jeans, creating some contrast.

Jackson's personality shines through as he poses downtown.

Here Elkins sports a pair of Converse with black jeans and a gray tee, a common comfy outfit for fall.

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Distressed is back in black! Here Elkins sports a black torn-up sweater.

Denim and black are compliments this fall. Check out the contrast of distressed black and light wash jeans.

Denim is making its comeback. Here Elkins sports a denim jacket and distressed denim jeans.

Queue the 80s flashback! This fall, denim on denim is all the rage.

Jordan Amelon '17 practices her form during practice.

[Photo] Age of Amelon

May 15, 2017
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[Video] Staff Fashion Editorial

Pareen Mhatre, Teresa Knecht, and Caroline Young
May 9, 2017
Fashion Friday: Editorial

Fashion Friday: Editorial

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
April 28, 2017
Pictured here is Lizzie's second outfit.

[Photo] Fashion Friday: Elizabeth Burns

Sadie Rhomberg, Reporter
March 17, 2017
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[Photo] Boys swim qualifies in nine of 11 events for state meet

Gabby Skopec, Sports Editor
February 6, 2017
Boys basketball defeats Bettendorf

Boys basketball defeats Bettendorf

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
January 22, 2017
Patrick McCaffery '19 shoots a three pointer.

Photo gallery: boys basketball defeats Dubuque Hempstead

Olivia Dachtler, Photographer
December 11, 2016
Sasha Tyler '18 does her makeup before the show.

[Photo] Fashion Friday: Wizard of Oz

Sadie Rhomberg, Reporter
December 9, 2016
Top- Forever 21, Skirt- Dry Goods, Shoes- Nordstrom

[Photo] Fashion Friday: Chloe Gretter ’20

Sadie Rhomberg, Reporter
November 26, 2016
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