WDC organizing fundraiser for Oklahoma tornado victims

Wadena-Deer Creek High School’s Student Council is organizing a fundraiser to benefit Oklahoma tornado victims. Student Council co-presidents Joey Price and Brooke Umland are spearheading the fundraiser, which will begin May 23 and ends on May 28.

“We thought this would be a great way to show Oklahoma that they have our support and our willingness to help in their time of need just as so many people have helped us. We are asking students and staff to contribute money, as well as anyone from the community. We’ve come up with fun ways to raise money for this heart-wrenching situation,” said Joey Price, who is co-president of WDC Student Council with senior Brooke Umland.

The two senior students are working with WDC teachers/Student Council advisors Mike Ortmann and Holly Becker on the fundraiser.

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Wadena alum to kick off athletic training program for students, May 23

Wadena-Deer Creek alum Dr. David Hunnicutt will kick off a new summer training program for student-athletes at WDC Middle/High School. WDC is introducing a new enhanced performance training program developed by the WDC Athletic Department called W.I.N. (What’s Important Now). This summer program will combine weight training principles, while focusing on speed and strength to enhance athletic performance.

The May 23 information meeting conducted by Dr. Hunnicutt will be at 10 a.m. for student-athletes in grades 9-11 and at 2 p.m. for grades 6-8 in the Robertson Theatre.

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Seniors receive scholarships, certificates at Senior Awards Night

More than $42,000 in scholarships was awarded to Wadena-Deer Creek’s seniors at the school’s annual senior awards program May 15 in the Robertson Theatre at WDC Middle/High School. WDC High School Principal Tyler Church served as master of ceremonies at the annual senior scholarship/awards program where members of the community presented students with their scholarship and/or recognition award.

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Algebra students learn about volume

Wadena-Deer Creek eighth-grade students recently learned about volume in Algebra class and how appearances can be deceiving. The lab called "Popcorn Prisms" involved taking two sheets of 8.5-by-11-inch paper and folding them two different ways.  Students made predictions as to which one they thought held more or if they held the same amount.  Most students thought the paper prisms held the same amount.  After they filled the white, taller, skinny prism, they carefully take it out to see how far the popcorn fills up the blue one.  Most were surprised to see that the blue one actually has space left for more popcorn! 

As they enjoyed their popcorn, WDC math instructor Chelsa Golberg and the students discussed how appearance plays a large part on how things are perceived. “We talked about marketing and how companies might use packaging strategies to give the consumer the idea they are getting more,” said Golberg. “We also talked about how this might affect architectural decisions as well.” 

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Foundation event raises $835, Wolverine Marching Band begins!

Thank you to everyone who donated toward the WDC Education Foundation fundraiser held after the Grades 5-8 Band Concert Monday evening. Bars and lemonade were served with a freewill offering basket. A total of $835 was raised! The money will benefit the WDC Elementary Band/Wolverine Marching Band Programs! Click here to view a photo of the 7-8 grade students practicing for Summer Marching Band. They will march in Fergus Falls, Deer Creek and Wadena parades this summer! Watch for them!

Wolverine Golf Scramble benefits WDC student-athletes

Wadena-Deer Creek High School will hold its annual Wolverine Golf Scramble on Friday, June 14 at Whitetail Run Golf Course in Wadena. Proceeds from the scramble will benefit WDC Athletics. The event is open to the public. Entry fee is $60 per person or $40 for Whitetail Run members. Fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart and meal. Registration starts at 10:30 am, with a shotgun start slated for noon. After golfers complete their 18 holes, a meal will be served at the golf course. A silent auction will be held with a variety of items donated by area businesses. Prizes for top three places. For more information, contact Norm Gallant, activities director, at (218) 632-2310. Registration forms are available at the high school office or on the school’s website.

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Wangsness finishes 1st at Mid-State

Congratulations to Brody Wangsness who finished in first place in the 110-meter hurdles at Crosby-Ironton May 14. The sophomore had a super day at CI. He PR'd (Personal Record) the 110-meter hurdles race by 6.5 seconds, as well as PR'd in the 300 meter hurdles. WDC Track & Field Coach Terry Olson said Wangsness has "progressively gotten better" throughout the season. "His hurdle form is outstanding," he said Wednesday morning.

Going into the Tuesday's Mid-State Conference Meet, Wangsness had the fastest time of the runners in the 110-meter hurdles heat. "I was really excited for this race, and I knew it would be easier with the tailwind," Wangsness said.

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Click here to see those individuals and WDC results from Mid-State.

CE Horsemanship Clinic connects kids and horses

WDC Community Education's first-ever Horsemanship Clinic gave youths a chance to be around horses up close and personal! Nine families enjoyed learning about the basics of horse care, saddling a horse, feeding a horse, and of course, the best part, riding a horse! Youths were able to groom the horses, clean their hooves, feed them treats and put on a saddle. Special thanks goes out to Sarah Mattson, Ryan and Kayla Sundby, and Ron and Judy Sundby for hosting and teaching this event at the R & J Horse Arena in Verndale! It was great fun!

Day of Caring biggest ever!

WDC juniors and seniors volunteered their time and muscles this week completing more than 45 jobs around the community of Wadena, such as raking leaves, washing windows, cleaning flower beds, and more! National Honor Society seniors Sayde Anderson and Sarah Craig organized the event and did a tremendous job keeping things rolling throughout the day. Wadena-Deer Creek Students started around 8:30 a.m. and finished by 3 p.m. Day of Caring co-coordinators Sayde Anderson and Sarah Craig said the residents were very appreciative of their time and enthusiasm. This is the fifth year WDC High School has organized a “Day of Caring” and it keeps getting bigger! WDC High School math teacher/NHS advisor Rachel Bounds and choir director Mike Ortmann serve as advisors for the Day of Caring event. “The kids worked very hard, and they had a great time giving back to the community,” said Ortmann.

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Physics class launches rockets

WDC students in Mr. Klawitter's physics class had a blast launching rockets on Tuesday morning during an outdoor lab. Shrieks and smoking rockets filled the air as the former Wadena Community Center lot became a launching pad. The rockets shot into the air, arching slightly before releasing their parachutes. The students made two rockets each: a homemade rocket and a rocket constructed from a kit.

Summer Drivers Ed sign-up

Wadena-Deer Creek offers a summer Drivers Education class for students, who will be 15 years old by Dec. 31, 2013. Cost: $275 for WDC students; $350 for students who do not attend WDC.

* Classroom instruction: June 4-14, 4-hour sessions, 8am-Noon or 1-5pm.
* Behind-the-Wheel training: Scheduled according to birth dates. Sometime between June 20 - Aug. 16.

Any questions, contact Mike Ortmann at WDC High School at (218) 632-2384. Registration forms available at WDC school office or download the form below. Deadline to sign up: May 22, 2013.

Summer Drivers Ed Registration form

2013 CE Summer Guide

It's time to start thinking about activities for your children this summer. WDC Community Education has a variety of enrichment and recreation activities for youth. Check it out! Click below. Summer, here we come! Questions, call Sandie Rentz at 632-2396 or Dana Pavek at 632-2323.

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Students see 'The Great Gatsby'

Sunnybrook Stomp entry forms

Lace up your running shoes! It's time to enter the annual Sunnybrook Stomp 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, June 15 in scenic Sunnybrook Park North. Click below for more details and the registration form.

Sunnybrook Stomp Information/Registration Form

Girls' Summer Basketball Camps

WDC Girls' Basketball Coach Keith Ferris is offering Girls' Basketball Camps again this summer at WDC Middle/High School. He and his players will be conducting the following camps:

June 4 and 5: Grades 1-5

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June 12, 19, 26 and July 10, 17, 24: Grades 6-8

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MN Elks Camp teachs love of outdoors to youths

The Wadena Elk’s Lodge #2386 is sending 13 deserving students between the ages of 9 and 13 years old to the Minnesota Elks Youth Camp, July 14 to 20. The camp is located 13 miles north of Brainerd and is on 270 acres on the south shore of Pelican Lake. Thereis a beautiful beach, large playing field, all-purpose court, nature trails and more! Check out the camp at mnelks.org. The purpose of the camp is to provide a week of fun-filled activities and to enhance the child’s love of the outdoors. The cost of the camp program and transportation to and from the camp is paid by the Wadena Elks Lodge. Contact Gary Kasper at 218-631-1221 if interested. Applications available May 1 at the Wadena Elks Lodge and must be returned to the Lodge by June 15, 2013.

Pheasants Forever Youth Day, May 19

Knob Hill Sportsman’ Club
Sunday, May 19, 1 to 4 p.m.
Ages 18 and under.

One round of trap shooting, archery demonstration, .22 caliber target range, free lunch, door prizes include gun to be given away. You must bring your firearm certificate if you plan to participate in trap shooting. You may bring your own shotgun or one will be provided. Ammunition and targets will be provided. To register for Youth Day, call Ross Seelhammer at (218) 371-1623.

ATV Safety Class registration, May 21

Registration is May 21 at 5:45 to 6:30p.m.  Written Test is May 30th at 6p.m. Field test day is June 1 at 9a.m.  All classes will be held at Knob Hill Sportsman Club in Wadena. This is for kids, ages 11-15 years old. Parent or guardian must be present to register student; $15 fee will be paid to DNR after class is completed. Any person born after June 30, 1987 needs to be certified to drive an ATV. For more information, call Brad after 2p.m. at 631-1523 or 639-4766.

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Walking track hours change

Wadena-Deer Creek’s walking track hours will change starting Monday, March 11. New evening hours will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Morning hours will remain the same from 6 to 7:30 am. The track is open to the public, Monday through Friday.

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Instant Alert information

WDC School District utilizes the Instant Alert program, a school messaging system developed by Honeywell. This system is a tool to increase efficiency with emergency notifications, attendance, food service accounts, and parent involvement in student learning. In an emergency such as a school closing, information is delivered quickly to home/cell/work phones, texts and/or emails via Instant Alert. Parents must set up their “profile” by registering and creating an account. Please call any WDC office to request directions or click on the INSTANT ALERT icon to set up your account. WDC also notifies local radio stations of a late start or closing of school due to weather.