The month of April gets us thinking about outdoor activities and spring. This is also the month that your Alumni board recognizes the individuals who help get the Husky sent out to those who are members. We will be having our volunteer appreciation gathering at the Winterset Library this year and Nancy Trask will be speaking to us about George Stout, the Monuments Man from Winterset. This American Hero was involved is saving countless paintings and other artifacts that were in Germany after WWII. Nancy has spoken to numerous groups about George’s life and experiences and I for one am looking forward to learning more about this special person. By the way, George is a graduate of WHS and I am sure that there are many more alumni from WHS who have contributed something special to our country and other individuals. If you know of such a person, let the Alumni Association know and we will make an attempt to recognize them either in my blog or in the Husky.

Many classes are planning reunions this summer or fall and I hope that your time spent in Winterset will be rewarding and gratifying. There are numerous activities planned for Winterset this summer and perhaps your class reunion might be held during one of these events. Winterset was a special place for many alumni so be sure to reminisce at your reunion with classmates about those memories.

Until my next blog keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS, renew your membership and remain active. If you are currently not a member, please consider joining.  You can go to our website at www.wintersetalumni.org and sign up as well as find out about the Association.

A continuing item of importance to alumni is to please only use the web site that is for our association. There is a site that some have gotten on which says it is the Winterset Alumni site. This is incorrect so please do not sign up for their products or membership. This email address is www.alumniclass.com/winterset.  Please avoid this site.

Rod Beem, President

Alumni members and others who have graduated from Winterset High School, welcome to another posting of my blog. I try to do this brief update monthly for you to enjoy and get information about the Alumni Association and other happenings in Winterset. March is the month for State Basketball Tournaments in Des Moines. Who can recall the last time that a Winterset Basketball team played in the State Tournament? Let others know your memories of those times and the excitement of either participating or being a fan at the game. March is also the beginning of Track and Golf season. If you have a memory of those activities, let others know. It may seem like bragging, however, reconnecting with alumni is not bragging, rather it is letting them know your support and appreciation of WHS years ago and currently.
This month the latest issue of the Husky will be sent to alumni members and as always the articles as well as the information provided keeps everyone smiling and remembering someone or a great memory of high school. At the last board meeting there was discussion of developing a criteria to select a WHS alumni each year to a WHS Alumni Hall of Fame. When the criteria are finalized, you will be informed as to the process of being selected for this honor.

Until my next blog remember to keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS, renew your membership and remain active. If you are currently not a member, please consider joining. You can go to our website at www.wintersetalumni.org and sign up as well as find out about the Association. 

A continuing item of importance to alumni is to please only use the web site that is for our association. There is a site that some have gotten on which says it is the Winterset Alumni site. This is incorrect so please do not sign up for their products or membership. This email address is www.alumniclass.com/winterset. Please avoid this site.

Rod Beem, President

Wow! I had some comments from alumni wondering why I did not blog in January. The truth of the matter is I was wondering if anyone actually read the blog and you do, so I am back on task.

Last month, January, and months earlier, Winterset was a focal point with political candidates. Local venues were used to host them, including the North Side Café, John Wayne Museum, Historical complex and other locations. These visits were a great promotion for Winterset to show off our town and friendly citizens.

This month has a very special day for everyone who has a significant other in their life—yes, I am writing about Valentine Day. Don’t forget to do something special for them!!

Other thoughts from me for this month include a shout out to our Web Master, Julie Feirer, who was named Business Person of the year at the Madison County Chamber of Commerce Award Ceremony and Banquet. She along with many other Winterset Alumni continue to give back to the community they live in. This indicates to me that the education and activities participated in while in high school at WHS gave us the incentive to belong to community organizations and pay it forward. I hope that WHS graduates continue to do this throughout their lives.

One last thought, please take time out from your busy schedule and remember those classmates who have passed. They may have been your BFF or maybe just a classmate, but always know that they were a person in your graduating class and part of your memories of high school. So, please think of them and their families.

Until my next blog remember to keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS, renew your membership and remain active. If you are currently not a member, please consider joining. You can go to our website at www.wintersetalumni.org and sign up as well as find out about the Association.

A continuing item of importance to alumni is to please only use the web site that is for our association. There is a site that some have gotten on which says it is the Winterset Alumni site. This is incorrect so please do not sign up for their products or membership. This email address is www.alumniclass.com/winterset. Please avoid this site.

Rod Beem, President