Please help us welcome Abby Wood to the Wapakoneta High School Counseling Team!
Abby comes to WHS with five years of experience as a school counselor at Shawnee High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 2017 and completed her master’s degree in 2019 at Malone University.
Originally from the small town of Malvern, Ohio, Abby grew up with strong community values that she now brings to her work with students and families.
She enjoys reading, going to the movies, watching sports, and spending quality time with her family, friends, and fiancé.
Abby has called Wapakoneta home for the past five years and is excited to officially join the WHS team. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to give back to a place I’m proud to now call home.”
We would like to officially welcome Mrs. Natasha Mosher to our staff for the 2025-26 School Year. According to Natasha, "I have been with Auglaize county ESC for the past 2 school years working in their special education classrooms. I have completed many hours of training, including CPI with the ESC. I graduated from my home town St.Marys in 2007. My husband and I live in Buckland. We have 3 children that attend Wapak City School district and we couldn’t be happier with the education that they have received. In my free time I love to craft, watch our children play in their after school activities, and spend time with my family. I am very excited to join WCS so I can continue to love and help our students grow into amazing individuals. "
Join us in welcoming Amy Downing to Wapakoneta City Schools!
After graduating from Broken Arrow High School in Oklahoma, Amy returned to Ohio and began her career in Special Education as a teaching assistant at Marimor School in Lima in 1988. With 35 years of experience—minus a decade spent at home raising her two daughters—Amy brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her new role.
Fun Fact: Amy loves thrifting, soaking up the sun, and spending time with her two grandbabies.
She’s excited to begin this new chapter with Wapak City Schools and is looking forward to making a positive impact on students and staff alike!
Please help us welcome Amy Traucht to Cridersville Elementary!
A proud graduate of Wapakoneta High School (Class of 1999), she was raised in Cridersville and has always loved the charm of small-town life. With 27 years of experience working with children from birth through age 12 and a degree in Early Childhood Education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and heart to our team.
Fun fact: She's as down-to-earth as they come and wears her heart on her sleeve—always willing to help anyone in need.
She’s thrilled to join CES and looks forward to being a positive role model for all our students!
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ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS! Don't forget to get your prom tickets. The deadline is this Friday, April 25th.
The registration deadline for the Wapakoneta Elementary Football Camp is this Friday, April 25. More information is in the link below.
https://www.wapak.org/page/athletics
For the past two years, Mrs. Stacey Clausing has been working with the Auglaize County ESC in the special education classroom at Wapakoneta Elementary. In the 2025-26 school year she will officially join our staff. She is a proud graduate of Wapak High School and holds a bachelor's degree in science and health care. She lives in the country in Wapak with her husband, Jared, their two sons, Kolvyn and Brantsyn, their cat, Sammi, and their dog, Meka. Her oldest son graduated from Wapak in 2023, while her youngest will graduate this school year in 2025. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, as well as taking walks. Stacey shared "I am excited to join WCS, where I aim to support, assist, and witness the growth of our students as they strive to achieve their goals. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know and collaborating with the staff at Wapak Elementary. Wapak truly feels like home to me."
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Please join us in welcoming Derek Morman to Wapakoneta City Schools! Derek comes to us with two years of experience working with all ages of students from kindergarten to seniors in high school. He has worked for the ESC the past two years and is very excited to join the Cridersville family next year. Derek has an Associates in Digital Multimedia and a Bachelor in Business Administration, both from the University of Northwestern Ohio.
Derek is a graduate of Columbus Grove High School, and lives in Lima now. He enjoys Origami, Geocaching, cruising the world, and spending time with his friends and family. Derek is most excited about being able to work with the students and help shape who they become in the future!
The 2025-26 school year will be Mrs. Penny Etzkorn's 3rd year as a Paraprofessional. She graduated from WHS in 1983 and calls Wapakoneta her hometown even though she was born in Nebraska. Penny attended Wapakoneta City Schools K-12. She is the mother to three grown sons whom all graduated from WHS. She and her husband will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary in October. They have a 13 yr old Australian Shepherd named Cooper. Ms Penny loves going to concerts and watching true crime TV. She also loves spending time with my four adorable grandchildren. According to Penny, "I’m most excited about joining WCS because I really enjoy assisting the students with their educational journey by providing my encouragement, support and love. I’ve made many friends there over the last two years, so I look forward to fostering those friendships as well as building new ones."
DON'T FORGET! WAPAKONETA VARSITY TRACK IS HOSTING REDSKIN RELAYS ON FRIDAY, APRIL 25TH @ 4:45 PM.
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Kinley Shappell, a fifth-grade student at Wapakoneta Middle School, is an outstanding example of the Wapakoneta City Schools’ mission to #bebetter. She is consistently respectful, considerate, and kind in her interactions with both peers and staff. A natural leader, Kinley selflessly gives up her free time to support others and has a remarkable sense of when extra kindness is needed. Her patience and positivity shine, even in the fast-paced world of middle school. Kinley demonstrates a strong work ethic and growth mindset, approaching every academic challenge with determination and curiosity. She is a problem solver, always striving to dig deeper and do her personal best.
Brynn Herbst is an outstanding sixth-grade student who exemplifies trustworthiness, reliability, and respect in all she does. She is courteous, responsible, and always willing to meet expectations with a positive attitude. Known for her strong work ethic, Brynn consistently turns in high-quality assignments, maintains an excellent attendance record, and has earned all A Honor Roll every quarter this year. Beyond the classroom, Brynn is active in fall and spring soccer on a Wapak travel team, plays basketball in the winter, and competes in jazz, hip hop, and tumbling through the Dance Center. Despite her busy schedule, she remains friendly, organized, and fun to be around. In her free time, Brynn enjoys playing outside, jumping on her trampoline, swimming at her grandma's pool, and challenging her family to UNO on game nights. She also loves baking chocolate chip cookies and banana bread, eating at Beer Barrel, and spending time with her friends. Brynn truly embodies the spirit of a well-rounded, dedicated, and joyful student.
Brielle is an exceptional student, friend, and leader who truly deserves to be recognized. She is a hardworking and dedicated learner who isn’t afraid to ask questions and is always willing to help her peers. As a friend, Brielle is positive, loyal, and kind—the type of person everyone wants by their side. She sets a strong example for others, consistently encouraging those around her to be their best selves. A natural leader, Brielle plays an active role on our team and throughout the school. As a member of student council, she serves with integrity, consistently going above and beyond in her responsibilities. Her influence is felt in every classroom, hallway, and activity she participates in.
Aubree Carpenter is a conscientious, respectful, and mature fifth grader who truly exemplifies our school’s #bebetter motto. She works hard in her studies, stays engaged in class, and collaborates well with all of her peers—never complaining about group work or assigned seating. Aubree consistently demonstrates kindness, responsibility, and a thoughtful approach to resolving conflicts. Rather than relying solely on adults, she seeks advice and takes initiative to handle peer issues in a mature and respectful way. She listens, asks questions, and strives to learn from every situation—owning her actions and growing through each experience. Outside of school, Aubree is a talented and dedicated dancer who has won several competitions, earning the respect of her teachers, teammates, and coaches alike. She brings positivity and leadership to every environment she’s a part of, making her a valued role model at school and in the community.
GAME DAY! Wapakoneta Varsity Softball vs St Marys tonight at 5:30 pm.
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