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Freshman Lauren Pitts (left) gets ready to perform with juniors Abbie Kluender and Payten Woody at the Community Pep Rally on Thursday, Oct, 2. The dance team is performing a pom routine and preparing for State Dance on Friday, Dec. 6.
Dance Team to hold Monster Mash Bash
October 9, 2025
Brandon Lake to perform in Des Moines
Brandon Lake to perform in Des Moines
October 8, 2025
Mr. McCartney (center) talks to front line on Friday, Sept. 5. The Norwalk Warrior Marching Band will perform at Valleyfest at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Valley Stadium.
Marching band to compete at Valleyfest
October 7, 2025
Katie Liedtke (left) and Addie Smith decorate the hallways for Homecoming Week on Friday, Sept. 26. The Homecoming dance will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, in the North Gym.
Norwalk to hold Homecoming dance
October 4, 2025
Jason Aldean performs in Des Moines in October 2022. Aldean is set to take the stage in Des Moines again on Sept. 19, 2025, at the Casey's Center.
Jason Aldean to perform in Des Moines
September 18, 2025
Emily Diego (left) talks with Mrs. Riemersma about different glazing techniques she could use for her bowl. Diego is a sophomore.
Students Learn New Techniques in Pottery I
October 29, 2025
Ash Shelledy selects pieces to make their stuffed animal. Shelledy is a member of the Fall Play, but was given permission to make it today for the full event.
Teen Hangout Features Frankenstuffies Event
October 22, 2025
Blackshirts hold their first meeting of the season on Thursday, October 2. Mike Grubb the manager talks to students after the meeting and auditorium tour was coming to a close.
Blackshirts Tours New Members
October 21, 2025
Ian Lux waits to tee off and start his second round of the Boys Golf 4A State Tournament. Lux was the top rated Norwalk golfer all year as a senior.
Norwalk State Golf Tournament Day Two
October 20, 2025
A couple of Norwalk kids walk around the football field looking for some activities to participate in during the youth activities time. The activities consisted of limbo with the dance team, a basketball pop up with the girls basketball team, obstacle course with the volleyball team and many other activities.
Norwalk holds Community Pep Rally
October 16, 2025
Ian Lux waits to tee off and start his second round of the Boys Golf 4A State Tournament. Lux was the top rated Norwalk golfer all year as a senior.
Norwalk State Golf Tournament Day Two
October 20, 2025
Abbas Mangal warms up by throwing before the game. Mangal plays the backup quarterback for the Norwalk varsity football team
Norwalk JV football team beats Lincoln
October 14, 2025
Norwalk’s football team warming up pre-game vs Des Moines East for the Homecoming game
Norwalk Beats Des Moines East, Heads to Ottumwa
October 10, 2025
The Warriors huddle pregame before the opening kickoff. The Warriors were coming off a win at Iowa City High.
Warriors beat Des Moines East at homecoming
October 10, 2025
Junior Victor Esparza watches the offense in the third quarter of the Homecoming game on Oct. 3, 2025. In the winning effort against the East Scarlets, Esparza recorded 2.5 total tackles and 2 solo.
Norwalk to face Ottumwa Friday
October 10, 2025
Emily Diego (left) talks with Mrs. Riemersma about different glazing techniques she could use for her bowl. Diego is a sophomore.
Students Learn New Techniques in Pottery I
October 29, 2025
Ash Shelledy selects pieces to make their stuffed animal. Shelledy is a member of the Fall Play, but was given permission to make it today for the full event.
Teen Hangout Features Frankenstuffies Event
October 22, 2025
Blackshirts hold their first meeting of the season on Thursday, October 2. Mike Grubb the manager talks to students after the meeting and auditorium tour was coming to a close.
Blackshirts Tours New Members
October 21, 2025
Senior Pearl Brown gets crowned Homecoming Queen by former queen Elizabeth Iverson at the Community Pep Rally. Pearl is involved in cross country, basketball, soccer, MVP, National Honor Society, Dance Marathon, show choir, and IHSAA student advisory council.
Norwalk High School Holds Homecoming Coronation
October 17, 2025
Max Shallenberger (left), Kayden Frank, Xavier Bush, Brady Wilkening, Eli Robbins, Travis Hans, Ashton Hans, Kingston Lamb, Parker Cary, and Kale Wadle pose for a picture with everyone from their childhood baseball team the "Norwalk Nitro".
Norwalk Students Enjoy Pictures and Dinner on Homecoming Weekend
October 16, 2025

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Bailey Birmingham (20) holds Norwalk's state basketball banner. The Warriors defeated Pella 85-56 to move on to the state basketball tournament.

Sights From Norwalk Girls Basketball’s State-Clinching Victory

Isaac Binder, Keegan Johnson, and Eli Geisler • February 27, 2025

On Tuesday, February 25, the Norwalk girls basketball team advanced to the IGHSAU state tournament with an 85-56 win over the Pella Dutch. Here is a view into that night on the basketball court, with photos...

Nate Rodriquez (left) directs Alex Rodriquez (masked) at the filming location for his movie, while Brandon Christiansen and Colin Randolph assist on set.

Norwalk Student Pursues Filmmaking Passion

Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • February 24, 2025

The Academy Awards are less than two weeks away, and the best movie of 2024 will soon be decided, with cast and crew members being awarded for their efforts. However, one name absent on the ballot is Nate...

Iowa Wild forward Adam Raska looks for the puck against the Barracuda on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. The Wild secured their second straight win, with goalie Jesper Wallstedt winning the First Star.

Iowa Wild captures win against San Jose

Gavin Briar, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024

The (1-6-1) Iowa Wild hosted the (6-1) San Jose Barracuda on Saturday, Nov. 2, at Wells Fargo Arena. The Wild came into this game after defeating the Wolves on a road trip to Chicago. Prior to this game,...

Foreign exchange student Ivanna Sherstiuk holds up a FLEX program flag. FLEX (Future Leaders Exchange Program) allows students from all over the world to compete for a scholarship that provides an opportunity to attend a U.S. high school.

Foreign Exchange Student Moves to Iowa

Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • November 8, 2024

Ivanna Sherstiuk, a 17-year-old Ukranian native, has just moved to Norwalk, and is becoming accustomed to life in the United States. Ivanna came to Iowa through the World Link student exchange program,...

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