October 5, 2026

Are you a fan of Trivia Tuesday?  Do you find yourself wondering if you could get more of the answers than Mrs. Selover?  If so, then sign up for the Wapakoneta Academic team.  Test your knowledge of subjects like math, science, history, pop culture, music,  religion, and many others.  Compete against other area schools in jeopardy like team matches.  Competitions take place over 4 Monday evenings at LCC High School and an end of year WBL tournament at OSU-Lima.  A select team will also participate at the Wright State University Quiz Bowl Tournament. Discuss answers with teammates and be the first to buzz in to score points!  Being a part of the academic team also makes you eligible for a scholarship from First National Bank.  Sign up outside of room B123.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Friemering.  

Robotics Club is back, and applications are now open to all students in grades 9–12! Whether you enjoy building, programming, CAD, graphic design, problem-solving, or working with your hands, there’s a place for you on the team. Applications will be sent out via email through a Google Form. Returning members: You must complete an application. Applications are due Friday, October 16.  Have questions or want to learn more? See Mr. Ambos in C107!

French Club Members: If you signed up for the fall activity, Pumpkins and Paris, then remember to come to B204 on Wednesday, October 7th after school. Pizza will be provided! 

Redskin Revue is our 5-12 talent show! Auditions to participate in the talent show are October 5th & 6th. All times of talents are welcome. If you are interested in participating, please see the bulletin board outside of the choir room for more information. 

Meetings

Wapak HS Chess club will be having its first meeting Wed, Oct 7th in the Library during RR. If you are interested, join the Google Classroom code:  sfaqfxj4

Scholarships

Sports

The cross country teams competed at Botkins this weekend. Hans Sammetinger moved up to the all-time #5 spot for WHS running a 16:27. The High school girls team came home as runner-up. Kenzie Schneider placed 2nd in the race and Olivia Hudnall placed 7th.  Season best performances for Hans, Reed, Andrew, Seth, & Carter on the boys side and Kenzie, Maci, Addi, Sophia, Tegan, Marlow and Kelsey on the girls side. 

The junior high teams also performed well with 12 out of 18 runners earning season best races. Ian Zwiebel led the boys placing 4th and Evelyn Oen led the girls placing 17th. The teams compete next weekend at Anna. 

Girls, are you ready to try something new and be part of history? This is the first year for girls wrestling as an official school team, and Coach Bailey is looking for athletes to help build the program! Come to one of our informational meetings on Monday, October 5 or Tuesday, October 6 at 3:00 PM in Mrs. Bailey’s room, B215. No experience is needed! Come meet Coach Bailey, learn about open mats, lifting, the upcoming season, and how you can be part of the team. Bring a friend and come see what girls wrestling is all about! 

Good luck to the JV & Varsity boys soccer teams in their away league match at Kenton tonight.

Good luck to the JV & Varsity volleyball teams as they host Anna in a non-league match tonight. JV starts at 5:30 with varsity to follow. #ShowUp

Have a great day and GO SKINS!