Graduation Keepsake 2025

2025

Lynden High School

Josiah AdamsKendel Allen Melanie Anderson Alicia AnkerAbrielle Archuletta Daniel Ayala-Antano Julian Barboa Priscila Bazante

Faith Belmondo Cameron Benjestorf Noorpartap BhullarThalia Blaskovich Cannon Bode Avery Bouma Clayton Bouma

Gurvir Brar

Koen Bowerman

Jasmine Brar Raegan Bringhurst Amberly Briskin

Trevor Broersma Noah Buchmeier

Emily Burbridge Aubrey Cantrelle

Lily CardenasMariana Cardenas

Jazmin Carrillo Chloe Carr Keagan Chatterton Michael CooleyLauren Corona

Jackie Crabtree

Cooper Costanti

Abel DanielAddysen Decker Colby DeJong Nishaan Dhaliwal Gurmani Dhanoa

Jennifer Dominguez

Isabel Dominguez

Kaleb Dzwowa

Nikolas Dudiak

Jaylene DriscollJordan Drummond

Joseph Egan

Auvin Cunningham

Remington ElenbaasMia Engledow

Molly Erickson

Karsten Erickson Jesus Esteban JoseChibueze Eze Mickie Faber Dakota Feller

Samantha Fowler Alexander Garcia-Diaz Gustavo Garcia-Morales

John Gutierrez Henry Green

Angel GonzalezKatherine Grace

Brooklyn Hallberg Tyler Hanson Alena Heeringa Wyatt Hanson

Joshua Hegstad Karamveer Heirh

Jessica Galle

Parker Fleming Connor Finn

Brian Figueroa Cole Filson

Lynden High School, Cont.

Brant Heppner Kamryn Hermanutz Omar Hernandez-Solano Danika Hickok Morgyn Heutink

Olivia

Maricela Lopez-Velasco

Lopez

Macconnell

Machado

Martinez Maria Martinez-Perez Kacie Mather Emily McVie

Anthony Medina Olivia Melendez Esmeralda Mendez Mendoza Luis Meza Maliah Mitchell

Anthony Montes Davala

Caiden Morris

Ana Karkusovi Gurjoban Khungha Madison Kok Joshua Kittess

Samantha Johnson Ben Jenkins John Johnston Lucy Jones Kaitlyn Kalma Adrienne Kangas Kelsey Karb

Jazmiyne Jarmusch

Domnic Honcoop Adason Holzer

Victor Huaracha Maximus Hoskins Kayla Jansma

Adrianna Holmes Hallie Holman

Noah Hollander Amelia Holleman Blake Holman

2025 Lynden High School, Cont.

Joughsiah

Tristan Thomas Cooper Townsley Dawson Travis

Kaiah Tull Ryan Van Berkum

Van Dyken Kaleb Van Mersbergen

Camila Sanchez

Ruben Santiago

Hector Sanchez

Veronica Shtatnik Erica Schuyleman

Sharp Payton Shoemake Eli Siguaw

Gurnoor Singh

Ruby Smith Eugenio Sotomayor Jack Stapleton

Jaidyn Saltsman

Evelyn Saldivar

Alexander Rodriguez Tatius Robinson Rocco Rodriguez Meely Roy

Rice

Reyes

Rehberger

Riccobene

Ramirez Mendez David Rayo-Aleman

Isabella Ramirez

Isaiah Oudman

Maliah Palmer Alejandro Padilla

Senior Spotlights

The following are Q&As with valedictorians from Cornerstone, Ferndale, Lynden Academy, Lynden, Lynden Christian, Meridian, Mount Baker and Nooksack Valley high schools

Aiyanna Brown

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

If you are attending, where will you attend college?

UC Berkeley

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to be a lot of things, but as I grew older, I realized that I loved building houses and designing them. So I wanted to be an architect. What are your career plans?

Nicole Kuiper

Cornerstone Christian School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

I don’t currently have plans to attend a college, but I might take an online course for graphic design in the future.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

Probably a ballerina or a veterinarian for exotic animals.

What are your career plans?

My current plan is to go into graphic design. If I take this route, I will work and practice my skills on the side for a year, then take an online graphic design course to further my knowledge of the eld and gain credibility. en, all that’s left is getting my name out there.

My career plans now are to pursue civil engineering at Berkeley. I still love architecture. However, I want to do the math behind the construction of buildings. So I want to graduate and become a civil/structural engineer.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest

Gabrielle Lenssen

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0 (unweighted)

If you are attending, where will you attend college?

In the fall, I will attend Michigan State University as an Honors College student.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I have wanted to be a teacher since I was in rst grade. What are your career plans?

I intend to become a high school English teacher, or integrated studies (LA/SS) teacher at a middle school. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

Evangeline Jensen

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

Western Washington University.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

I attended Cornerstone Christian School for 12 years. During that time, one of the clearest changes I saw in myself was gained con dence. I was very shy from a young age and avoided attention at all times possible, but now I can even say I enjoy giving presentations in front of the class.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

My greatest hobby has always been drawing (especially photorealism), but I also enjoy playing volleyball, singing, learning languages and climbing trees.

Who is your role model?

My greatest role model has to be my mom. She’s gentle, forgiving, soft-spoken, always willing to

thing you gained from attending your high school?

I’d say the greatest thing in my K-12 experience was experiencing living in a di erent state, having my childhood in California by the beach and family. I think it gave me a mindset to strive, whether that was through competition with humility. Also surviving COVID-19 taught me how to be resilient through lockdown and as well as moving to Washington, developing better social skills in order to meet new people in a new place. Lastly, high school taught me to get involved and try or start new things regardless of what people think. I learned and am continuing

e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience is a passion for learning new things through creative and collaborative methods. e greatest thing I gained from attending my high school is the opportunity to engage with electives and extracurricular activities that furthered my career development (becoming student school board representative, participating in DECA, and experiencing classroom management and teaching strategies real-time through the Careers in Education course). Besides your academic strengths, what are

to learn humility and perseverance in tough life circumstances and also when others don’t want to see you succeed. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I’ve been told I’m a random person, because I love to do lots of things. Mainly singing and sometimes performing, but also cultural native or paci c islander dance as well as outdoor activities like the beach, roller-skating, etc.

Who is your role model?

My role model is my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He gives me guidance in life, his word being the truth in how I should live as a child of God. He continues to bless me with every opportunity, reminding me how to be humble because he deserves all the Glory. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to have graduated from Berkeley, and either pursuing grad school or have a civil engineering job. In 10 years, I hope to own my rst home and maybe travel the world. Lastly, in 20 years, I want to have a family and maybe invest in some

your hobbies and interests?

I love to read, spend time outdoors (especially hiking in spring/fall and swimming in the lake during summer), and to have conversations with interesting people. Who is your role model?

I don’t think I have one speci c role model for all areas of my life, but I am constantly inspired by my mom and maternal grandmother, who have devoted themselves to loving and supporting both public school students and our family throughout the course of their careers, and my teachers, like Mrs. Craft from Vista and Mrs. Stern, our DECA advisor.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to complete my student teaching, a master’s degree in education, and the necessary tests for certi cation in my intended eld. In 10 years, I hope to have a stable job teaching middle or high schoolers within a public school district, I hope to be coaching youth volleyball or basketball,

help and incredibly hardworking. She is the type of mother I hope to be for my children someday.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

My biggest hope is that I can settle down and start a family. is is one of the reasons why I am planning to pursue graphic design out of the careers I have considered -- it o ers me the option to work from home.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My relationship with God has always and will continue to be the focus of my life. Without the guidance of His word, I would not know my purpose on this earth.

Who is the most important person in your life?

My best friend, Kaitlin, is the most important person in my life right now. Her support and encouragement have gotten me through some di cult times and she inspires me to be a better person.

businesses.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my relationship with Jesus Christ. I am not perfect, and so when I continually make mistakes, I need the grace and mercy that is extended by him. Without a relationship with Christ, it doesn’t matter how successful you are it will not be ful lling.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I don’t think I can choose a singular person, but the most important people are my family. Friends will come and go, but your family is the only people that will always be there, even if we ght all the time. ey usually understand you the best, and so each of my family members has shaped who I am today. ey truly love me and I truly love them and appreciate all the lessons and encouragement from my dad, mom, older siblings Ani and Naynay, and my younger sister Dessa.

and I hope to be close to starting a family. In 20 years, I hope to be a teacher, a coach and a mother, to own a house and to have had a signi cant positive impact on at least one of my student’s lives.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my loved ones: my friends and family. ey have supported me through everything, and they make life worth living. Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life right now is probably my mom. She knows me better than anyone else and I have endless appreciation for all her hard work and support of me as I grow into more freedom and responsibility and prepare for adulthood. I’m really going to miss her when I leave for college.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

A veterinarian.

What are your career plans?

Geologist/Environmental Scientist. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I have gained throughout my schooling was learning how to persevere and that has helped me excel throughout grade school and high school. e greatest thing I gained from high school was time management skills, learning to manage my work and my personal life and make enough time for both. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love hiking, writing, listening to music and road tripping Who is your role model? My mother. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to be working on either a bachelor’s or master’s degree. I hope to have an established career in 10 years. In 20 years, I hope to have my dream job and support myself and my family. What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is the people who surround and support me. Who is the most important person in your life?

My mother is the most important person in my life because she is the most hard-working person I know and inspires me to be my very best self.

Julia Chao

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

If you are attending, where will you attend college?

Gonzaga University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

As a child, the rst thing I wanted to become was a spy. What are your career plans?

My plan is to major in nursing to earn my BSN, then work my way up to hopefully become a CRNA or ight nurse.

Rachael LaPlante

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

If you are attending, where will you attend college?

I will not attend traditional college. I currently plan to attend Northwest Washington JATC, which is a training program to become an electrician.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

As a child, I wanted to be an orthodontist when I grew up.

What are your career plans?

To join an apprenticeship program and work my way up to become a journeyman electrician and then a master electrician.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest

Riley Childs

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

If you are attending, where will you attend college?

Senior Spotlights

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experiences is the privilege of education while learning life skills and making friends along the way. e greatest thing I gained from attending Ferndale High School is taking Health Science CTE classes, these classes have opened so many di erent opportunities and have allowed me to network with others. Besides your academic strengths, what are

thing you gained from your high school? e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience was connections with all of

In fall 2025, I will attend Western Washington University to major in biology/chemistry/pre-medicine.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

As a child, my dream was always to become a Formula 1 driver and compete in the Monaco Grand Prix. What are your career plans?

My career plan is to pursue a role in the healthcare eld, with a focus to become either a surgeon, radiologist or anesthesiologist. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience is strong friends and access to extracurricular activities. e greatest thing I gained from attending high school is a deeper understanding of myself and my goals for the future. High school allowed me

Sabrina Barrett

Ferndale High School

GPA: 4.0

If you will be attending, where will you attend college?

University of Washington.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to be a mailman in elementary school so I could wear their cool uniforms.

What are your career plans?

I plan to study engineering, but I’m not sure which type as of right now. What is the greatest thing you

Luke X. Puderbaugh

Lynden High School

4.0

GPA:

What do you plan to do next year?

I will attend Western Washington University’s Cybersecurity program.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

ere were a number of things, but the longest lasting was a commercial airline pilot.

What are your career plans?

I intend to work in Cybersecurity for the majority of my career, hopefully in the aviation or video game industry. What is the greatest thing you gained from your

your hobbies and interests?

My hobbies and interests include running, watching movies and shows, and hanging out with friends and family. Who is your role model?

My role model is my health science CTE teacher, Mr. Diimmel. He’s someone I truly admire because of the passion and dedication he brings to teaching. He’s knowledgeable, caring and always willing to go the extra mile for his students. rough his classes, I not only learned important skills like CPR, basic life support and anatomy, but I also discovered how rewarding and meaningful a career in healthcare can be. His encouragement helped me build con dence in myself and he played a big part in inspiring my decision to pursue nursing. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to work as a nurse in a local hospital, in 10 years a CRNA or ight nurse, in 20 years I hope to be rich in happi-

my di erent teachers that have taught me very valuable lessons as I was growing up.

e greatest thing I gained from attending Ferndale High School was the skills of being sociable. I have learned how to make connections with people I don’t know very well and that has bene ted me a ton.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

Besides my academic strengths, I really enjoy playing sports such as basketball and volleyball. I also enjoy hanging out with friends and family in my free time.

Who is your role model?

My role model is my mom, because she is the strongest woman I know and has set a great example for me throughout my whole life.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to travel as much as

to explore my interests which helped me develop a clear idea of what I want to pursue in the future. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? Outside of academics, I have a variety of hobbies and interests. I enjoy playing sports, especially volleyball and tennis, and I’m passionate about reading. I also love volunteering at the hospital, traveling, hiking and drawing.

Who is your role model?

My role models are my parents. ey inspire me through their hard work and unwavering support. I look up to them for their strength, advice, and ability to overcome challenges. ey motivate me to be the best version of myself and to always strive to help others. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to start my rst year of medical school. In 10 years, I envision myself in the middle of my residency training.

gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? e greatest thing I’ve gained from my K-12 experience is probably all the friendships I’ve made along the way. Even though I haven’t kept all of them, every single one of them has shaped me into the person I am today. e greatest thing I’ve gained from high school is all the leadership skills and experiences I’ve had. rough the leadership program at FHS, I’ve gained so many valuable life lessons that I will continue to carry with me in the future. Besides your academic strengths,

K–12 experience?

roughout my schooling I gained lots of social experiences through di erent events and interactions, and was able to learn from outstanding teachers, whom I look up to.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from attending high school is an appreciation for the complications of the levy process.

Besides your academics, what are your hobbies and interests? My interests include the evolving technology landscape, animals and travel.

Who is your role model?

ere are a lot of people who I look up to, so I nd it hard to choose just one role model. Some particular

ness with a family of my own living out in the county, wealthy and thriving. What is the most important thing in your life? e most important thing in my life is my family. My family is everything to me, they are my rock and support. ey have always been there for me, and I’m so incredibly thankful to be part of a loving family.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I don’t have just one most important person in my life. I have two. My parents are the most important people in my life. ey have worked so hard to give me opportunities they never had themselves. Been there for me through every high and low, and I know I can count on them no matter what. ey’ve taught me the value of hard work and patience. Shown me beyond what it means to care for others. eir sacri ces, encouragement, and constant belief in me have shaped me into the person I am today and who I want to become.

possible to see other parts of the world while also be at work as a journeyman electrician. In 10 years, I hope to settle down where I want to have a family and nding my forever home. In 20 years, I hope to live comfortably with my family while at work as an electrician.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my family and friends because they are what make every day more fun and exciting. Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life is my mom because she has supported me in every way possible growing up and has always set me up for success.

In 20 years, I hope to be established in my career, have a wonderful family and travel the world in my private jet. What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my passion for helping others. I believe that making a positive di erence in people’s lives is incredibly ful lling. is passion drives me and gives me a sense of purpose and motivation to pursue my dreams.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important people in my life are my parents. ey have been my biggest supporters, guiding me through challenges and celebrating my successes. eir love, sacri ces, and constant encouragement have shaped who I am today. ey have given me the con dence to pursue my dreams and always strive for the best.

what are your hobbies and interests?

I really like to do outdoor activities such as hiking and going on walks. I also love to hang out with friends, listen to music, play tennis and bake. Who is your role model?

My role model is my mom because she is the most humble, hardworking, loving person I know. She’s done so much for me throughout my life, and I know she will always be there for me.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years, I hope to work as an engineer. In 10 and 20 years, I hope

to have a full-time job as an engineer that I will stick with until retirement. I also want to live in a nice house by the seaside that overlooks the beach.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my faith because it’s what keeps me grounded. My relationship with the Lord is something I rely on daily because it makes me feel the most secure. God never fails.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life is my sister, Karis. She’s always been there for me and she’s like my other half.

qualities that I look up to in those people include persistence, humor, creativity and practicality.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

I hope to be doing increasingly meaningful work over the years. And I want to have one of those robot lawnmowers.

What is the most important thing in your life?

One of the most important things in my life is a tree I planted with my family when I was younger. Over the years, I have grown alongside it. It has strong roots, and I feel it represents me growing over the years.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I hate to leave anybody out, but I have deep respect for my family. ey have always supported me and pushed me to be my best self.

2025 Lynden Christian School

Bret

Jorja

2025 Lynden Christian School, Cont.

Jazmine Roorda

Ellie Rorvig

Lereika VanderLeest

Alissa Scott

Lily VanHofwegen

Andrew Sebens

Luke Vankooten

Mick Owen

Camden Stremler

Isaac Visser

Trey Pabody

Jaron Suprak

Ella Vos

Gunnar Parriera

Sydney Terpstra

Peyton Wagenaar

Jack Parriera

Vance Timmer

Emery Wiersma

Makalie Tveter

Jessa Wynstra

Jude VanderGiessen

Jase Postma

Ben Tjoelker

Skye Wyant

Regan Vander Woude

Emily Young

Kendra VanderHoek

Grace Ramsey Collin Rast Larson Rische

Jayden Huleatt Kyler Jansen Sakeyna Jansen Moira Jewell Trey Kaptein Vance Koetje Kole Kramer Viola Kroontje

Avery Langstraat Ashton Lenssen

Kenzie Lenssen Claire Libolt Stella Libolt Brooke Love Madelyn Lucas Beth Lenssen

Cole McClellan Moses Meyer Nicholas Molendyk Trevin Molendyk

Allison Shumate

Ellie VanLoo

Brooklynn Muggerud

Drew Simmons Kassidy VanSoest

Luke Muljat

Brooklyn Sipma

Avery VanWeerdhuizen

Hollis Owen

Maggie Skovron

Grant Visser

2025 Mount Baker High School

Dean Allred Tyanna Altona Christopher Armbright Aiden Arnett

Ana Camacho

Grace Gates

Oona Carabba

Caron

Carter Gile

Gilstrap

Derek Chadwick

Savanna Gooch Alexander Guerrero

Annalee Cohn Tanner Harkness

Finn Collins

Hesyck

Jyleen Covarrubias Jaydn Hoffman

Ingrid Cruz-Rojas

Kinsey Holz Cailyn Jewell Karen Jimenez

Willow Currit Alyssa DeRoco

Evans

Larsen

Molly Lenssen

McNutt Joseph Moa Logan Lewis Magnus Melland Megan Little

Miesuk Emily Minio

Lukes

Minio

Luna

Mireault

Martinez

Moa

2025 Mount Baker High School, Cont.

Meridian High School

Senior Spotlight

with a partner and several pets. In 20 years, I hope to have a house with my partner, both working and taking care of our pets. What is the most important thing in your life? My dogs are the most important thing in my life because I care for them so much and they have always been there for me. Even if we may not understand each other,

they have always been there with me. It’s a bond that I can’t describe. Who is the most important person in your life? My mom because no matter the struggle in my life - getting diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was 6, having troubles with getting my blood drawn at the doctors, my tonsil surgery, getting into a wreck with my dad (I was driving, the other guy ran the stop sign and hit us) and my mom had to go pick us up, friendship/relationship troubles, she has always been there for me and someone I could talk to when I was struggling in life, she was by my side and always has been.

Cameron Scott Neveah Seigfried Kaleb Smeal

Luke Smith Dasha Snegirev Aviana Staroverov Jared Toner

Makenzie Tucker

Gracelyn Zender

Jayden Villanueva Zackary Zender

Joseph Wilhelm Phoenix Williams

Faith Wilson Melanie Wilson Raelynn Woodin

Luis Zavala-Gomez

Damacio Rabang Kennedy Rathjen Logan Reeves Kyle Rice April Schenck

Japleen Atwal Simran Badesha Ayden Barkell-Romero Peyton Bender

Rylan Bernardy Zoe Bernstein Daniel Blankenburg

Boskakov Isaiah Britt Abbie Britton Sofia Brooks Kennedy Brzozowski

Sophia Moa Domanic Moreau

Mosher Sophia Okan

Tyla Olson Kaiden Paris Mace Pinkey Hannah-Mae Pippin

Meridian High School, Cont.

Mercadez Doyle Ross Driscoll Benjamin Duersch Gemma Falcone Kennedy Farrar Cadence Francis Josephina Francisco-Woodenlegs Aaliyah Fuentes Franklin

Brooklyn Fuller Jaeger Fyfe

Garvin

Givens

Layne Hagar Ava Hansen Tate

Hailey Horsmon

Meridian High School, Cont.

Senior Spotlight

I will attend Brigham Young University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up? When I was younger, the rst thing I wanted to become when I grew up was an author and stay-at home mom. What are your career plans?

My career plans at the moment are to pursue dental hygiene or elementary education.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

I would say that what I’m most grateful to my K-12 experience for giving me would be friendships, impactful teachers and life lessons like the im-

portance of trying new things.  e greatest thing I have gained from attending Meridian High School is a place where I feel welcome, and the goal to help others feel the same.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love music, running with my friends, writing and spending time outside, especially with my family.  Who is your role model?

I look up to my dad and his example of spreading love everywhere he goes.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I plan to nish my education after I return from a mission for my church. In 10 years, I hope to have a good start in the work eld. In 20 years, I hope to have a family of my own and be well settled into my chosen job.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e aspect of my life I value the most is my faith. My beliefs about God and

His love change the way I see everyone and everything.

Who is the most important person in your life?

One of the most important people in my life is my sister, because on top of being such a supportive and fun best friend, she is an example of the most beautiful authenticity and strength I have ever seen.

Nooksack Valley High School

Heidi Davis

Echo Christensen

Brady Ackerman

Cadence Dazey

Tyson Connell

Chase Clawson

Kaylee DeWispelaere

Ross Dones Benitez

Daniel Donato

Bernardo Dircio Morales

Olivia Christensen

Ethan Ackerson

IsabellaSage Dorman

Max Cook

Mauricio Arellano

Alayna Dykstra

Nicholas Desilets

Diego Avila

Payton Dykstra

Emily Craft-Redd

Cole Bauman Selina Benavides-Morillon

Evan Bravo

Tyler Cuperus

Halle Bons

Trevan Brisky Kennedy Burke Karen Castaneda-Martinez

Danny Chabert Aaron Chavez Noriega Oscar Chavez Noriega

Diego Flores-Avila

Mariel Schmidt

Jaclyn Tolsma

Liam Wolven

Sydney Tenkley

Mallory Warnock

Natalie Schultz

Charlotte Turin

Caleb Young

Audrey Terpstra

Maren Wefer

Sehajveer Singh

Liliana Vela Zane Zender

Asher Todd

Grace Wells

Hattie Stratton

Tristan Wang

Kellen Todd Nevaeh Williams

Gabriella Riley

Aunaleisa Ross

Madelyn Ritter

Ruby Santana

Carina Romanyuk

Jaime Santiago

Jonathan Romero

Veronica Scellick

Brooklyn Hallberg

Lynden High School

GPA: 4.0

What do you plan to do next year?

I plan to attend the University of Kentucky next year. I will pursue a Bachelor of Science in food science.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

When I was a child, the rst thing I wanted to be when I grew up was a hairstylist.

What are your career plans?

Senior Spotlights

Alex Wazny

Lynden High School

GPA:4.0  Where will you attend college?

University of Washington

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to become a doctor or physician.

What are your career plans?

I plan to pursue a career in construction and project management, with the goal of eventually leading and overseeing large-scale construction projects as a company owner.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience?

rough my K-12 education, I discovered the value of growing up in a small, tight-knit community like Lynden—where a strong em-

My career plans are to work as a food scientist in the laboratory at a large food manufacturing company. I intend to complete research on the chemical composition of food, improve food products and processing techniques, and create new food products.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K–12 experience?

e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience was learning to persevere and be a dedicated person. I have had many opportunities to set goals for myself while

Luke Hoffmann

Lynden High School

GPA: 4.0 unweighted

What do you plan to do next year?

I am committed to attend California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, California.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

As a child, I never had a dream job. I just really enjoyed spending my time as a child learning about the world.

What are your career plans?

in school, and I became committed to achieving my goals and improving myself.

What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from attending my high school was my leadership skills. I have been an o cer in the Lynden FFA Chapter and Cause Club. e opportunities I have had to lead others in my school and community have assisted me with communicating e ectively and helping others achieve success. I have learned the importance of organizing events, having time management, and being thorough. I am con dent that I am prepared for my future because of the leadership abilities I have gained.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

My hobbies and interests include studying God’s word, writing, presenting public

Emily McVie

Lynden High School GPA: 4.0

What do you plan to do next year?

I plan to attend university in England to study mathematics and economics. I will not nd out which university I will attend until early July. As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

e rst thing I wanted to be when I was younger was a lawyer. What are your career plans?

My career plans for the future are to acquire a position as a nancial manager or CFO. What is the greatest thing you

My main goal in my career is to have nancial independence. I want to be able to dictate how I spend my time so that I can raise children and work on projects that I enjoy, that make an impact in the world.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K–12 experience?

I have gained knowledge about the diversity

phasis on youth education and extracurricular activities helps shape well-rounded, community-minded individuals.

What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

Lynden’s music program gave me the freedom to explore a wide range of instruments and genres. is experience allowed me to travel the country with music groups, expanding my understanding of the world through music.

Who is your role model?

My grandfather is my role model. He taught me the importance of dedication and persistence in every aspect of life I nd important, values that continue to guide me today.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years?

In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to have earned my degree in Construction Management from the University of Washington and be working toward

speeches, playing volleyball, exhibiting animals at the Northwest Washington Fair, participating in FFA competitions, spending time with friends and family, teaching children and the public about agriculture, mentoring young 4-H members and participating in local agriculture events. Who is your role model?

My role model is my FFA advisor and high school teacher Tammy Brandvold. She has been my mentor for the past four years and has truly taught me so much about having dignity, as well as being joyful and kind. Her love for FFA and agriculture has inspired me to pursue a career in agriculture. She has helped me grow in my ability to give public speeches and is constantly encouraging me. I aspire to have so many of the wonderful qualities that she possesses.  What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to be working at a food manufacturing company and develop crops and food products that are healthier and have more desirable traits than the current market options. In 10 years, I hope to continue working in a laboratory as a food scientist. I also plan to be a mentor for and coach FFA students and 4-H members who participate in competitive events. In 20 years, I hope to be in some sort of manage-

gained from your K–12 experience?

e greatest thing I learned from my K-12 experience is to take advantage of all the opportunities given to you to advance your education and connections with others. What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from attending high school is my connections with others and the memories I made with the people around me. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love playing softball on the Lynden varsity fastpitch team and traveling around the world.

of the world. e beauty of public school is that people from all walks of life go through the system, and so I have been able to see that there are so many di erent types of people out there. Each person has a unique perspective. What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from attending high school is an opportunity to explore so many di erent areas of learning. ere are a lot of di erent pathways you can take. is allows you to explore so many di erent areas of learning. I have absolutely loved venturing into di erent subject areas at Lynden High School. I especially enjoyed being able to learn about electronics and circuits in Mr. Seely’s class. ere, we learned about lights, microcontrollers, and so much more. ere

Who is your role model?

a Master of Business Administration. In 10 years, I aim to be gaining hands-on experience in the eld and developing a deep understanding of how construction businesses operate. In twenty years, I hope to be running my own construction company.

What is the most important thing in your life?

Music is the most important part of my life. I believe music has the unique ability to bring people together and form lasting connections through shared experiences.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life is my dad. He sparked my interest in how things are built and engineered by encouraging me to ask questions and understand how the world works. at curiosity led me to pursue a career in construction management.

ment role at a food manufacturing company. I would also like to teach children about my career as a food scientist, as well as the importance of agriculture in our world. I’m not sure what God has in store for my life, but I am excited for my future. What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my faith and the eternal hope that I have in Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. Having a strong relationship with Him has helped me get through so many di cult experiences, and I try my hardest to spread His light and share the truth about Him with people that I meet.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e two most important people in my life are my mom and dad. ey are both incredibly kind and supportive. ey always give me the best advice, and I trust them wholeheartedly. ey have taught me so many important lessons and continue to encourage me and show their unfailing love for me. It is truly hard to express how much they mean to me. I know that I wouldn’t be the person I am today without their guidance and the ways that they represent Christ. I am extremely blessed to have them as my parents.

My role model is my mom because she is the strongest and most compassionate person I know. She can balance her family, work and any challenges that come her way, all with a smile on her face. She is kind, dedicated, smart, patient, a hard worker and sel ess. I hope to have those same qualities. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years, I hope to have graduated from university and have secured a good-paying job. In 10 years, I want to work my way up in my career, travel the world and get married. In 20 years, I hope to be established in my career, have a family and be signi cantly along the path toward

are countless examples of great classes at LHS.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love to spend time up in the mountains. During the wintertime, I love snowboarding. Going down the ski hill — the rush of the wind and the scraping of the snow — is an exhilarating feeling. I also engage in cool problem solving outside of school. One of my favorite things to do is solve programming problems. Computers are so powerful, and programming algorithms is an awesome practice of problem solving. Who is your role model?

My father. roughout my childhood, I have spent hundreds of hours learning and working with my dad. He has owned construction companies for most of his life, and so, of course, I have had the opportunity to help him. I think he has been a role model to me in this because he has shown me how to do quality work. He also has always been caring and thoughtful of me. So many times, he has been at work or on travel and has noticed something that he thinks I would appreciate. I look up to these acts of love, and I hope to father my kids as my father raised me.

nancial security and retirement. What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is being successful. I want to be successful mentally, emotionally and nancially. I want to build strong connections with others, grow as a person and create a life for myself that I will be proud of when I look back at it in the future.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life is my dad. He has taught me to be honest, persistent and hardworking. He has also shown me unwavering love and faith in my capabilities and goals, which ultimately pushes me even more to achieve my goals.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

I hope to be doing something that is ful lling for me but will also help others. What is the most important thing in your life?

I think the most important thing in my life is learning. I absolutely love learning about new things, and I am passionate about gaining an understanding of a new subject area. I think it is so cool how, when we are born, we have no conceptions about the world, but as we grow up, we learn, and this shapes who we are.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I don’t know if there is one single person who is the most important person in my life. My grandma has a saying: “It takes a village.” She uses this to describe how raising a child takes a whole bunch of people to do well. I believe this as well. A person is the sum total of all the people who have poured into them, and so I think the most important group of people in my life is everyone around me. Every person around me has played a role in shaping who I am, and so I think they are all important.

Senior Spotlights

Alisa Scott

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.25

Where will you attend college?

Dordt University.

Lucy Jones

Lynden High School GPA: 4.0

What do you plan to do next year?

I will be attending Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Indiana to study economics

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

e rst thing I wanted to be was the President.

What are your career plans?

After college I hope to continue to study nance at the University of Notre Dame or attend law school to have a career in law.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K–12 experience?

Leadership skills. rough my role as an o cer in FFA, being involved in ASB since seventh grade, and being a 2X varsity captain on my golf team I have learned how to be a leader in every situation I am in. My success in my

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

Doctor.

What are your career plans?

Nursing.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

roughout my school experience, the greatest thing I have gained is a stronger sense of identity, which is shaped by my faith, friendships and

Larson Rische

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.05

Where will you attend college?

Trinity Western University.

As a child, what was the rst

Emily Young

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.07

Where will you attend college?

Wheaton College.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

As an adolescent I had more frivolous career goals, such as being a singer or dancer.

As I have aged, my plans matured, shifting to law school. As my interests have expanded, I am intending on pursuing the sciences.

What are your career plans?

academics has always given me more opportunities and options to do more and get more involved in my school beyond just academics. What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

At Lynden, I have been surrounded by such a supportive community that is truly invested in my growth through my academics and my growth as a person. I love how excited everyone is to participate here, and there are so many opportunities to get involved if you choose to.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love, love, love to golf, I’m a waitress at Bobs in Lynden, I tutor my classmates through National Honors Society, and I raise pigs and do public speaking presentations through FFA. Who is your role model?

My dad. I see a lot of myself in him and he’s always my voice of reason.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years?

passion for learning. Moving during my senior year was super hard, but it taught me to trust Jesus more deeply, lean into him fully and really value my friendships. Being the new senior pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me how to adapt quickly. Together, my school experiences have made me more resilient, grounded and taught me that God still has me in the midst of it all no matter where I go.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I really enjoy sports, both playing and watching. I also love to travel.

Who is your role model?

My mom.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years?

In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to be working as a nurse in an ICU. In 10 years I hope to be graduated with

thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

An astronaut.

What are your career plans?

To get a doctorate in physical therapy and become a PT.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

A desire to do my best work and learn about everything that I can.

From high school speci cally

I gained a supportive group of friends and mentors to help guide me.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love to run, play guitar and lead worship at my church.

Who is your role model?

I have several role models: my cross country coach, Josh Schmitt, and my worship leaders Becky Gerlach and Joel VanMers-

Emery Wiersma

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.01

Where will you attend college?

Gonzaga University.

In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to still be in college, studying law or nance. In 10 years, I will hopefully be working a job that I love. In 20 years, I hope to be fully settled down with a family. What is the most important thing in your life?

My relationship with Jesus. My faith has carried me through the best and worst times of high school and is my motivation for all my accomplishments. Who is the most important person in your life?

My family. ey mean so much to me and I am so grateful for all they have done. My parents have spent countless hours supporting me and working hard so I can have the opportunities that I do. My grandpa comes to all of my golf tournaments and supports me through everything.

my doctorate as a nurse anesthetist (CRNA). In 20 years I hope to be married and have a few kids and of course a sweet dog.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My relationship with Jesus is the most important thing in my life and the foundation of everything I do. My faith remains with me no matter what. God is constant when life is full of chaos and challenges. When I didn’t understand all the why’s this past year, I learned to lean on God for strength and direction and nd contentment in the journey.

Who is the most important person in your life?

Jesus is the most important person in my life because without Him I would not be where I am today.

bergen. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years I hope to be well on my way to my doctorate in PT, in 10 years I hope to be a PT, have a family and continue in my passions of running and music. What is the most important thing in your life?

My involvements in church and running. I love doing everything that I can to glorify God in what I do, whether that is on the stage, on the track, or just in my daily life.

Who is the most important person in your life?

My family and mentors. ey have stood by me through thick and thin, and have helped me through many di cult times, supporting me all the way.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to be an orthodontist.

What are your career plans?

I am going to study pre-dentistry with the hope to eventually become a dentist.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

K-12: Everyone has their own story, so never judge someone from what you see on the out-

I intend to study biomedical science and become a researcher.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

rough my experiences I gained a foundational understanding of community, both the bene ts and struggles. From attending my high school I have gained a supporting community that has encouraged my academic life, my faith journey, and my personal growth as a whole. Besides your academic strengths, what are

Michael DeYoung

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.11

Where will you attend college?

I plan to attend Calvin University. What are your career plans? I’m going to major in engineering. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

I gained a group of friends that have incredible faith in God and that build me up during my struggles. I’ve also had teachers who have deepened my grasp of theology and academics and have never stopped encouraging me. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I enjoy playing golf and watching movies. Who is your role model?

My role model is my older brother Jake. What is the most important thing in your life? My faith is the most important thing in my life and I hope it will become even more important to me as I ship o to college.

side. High school: Being involved and being a leader brings some of the greatest opportunities and best friendships. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love to help my community, go on walks and hikes, hangout with friends, read books and bake something new.

Who is your role model?

My role model is Sara Whitehead. She is a constant model about what it looks like to radiate joy while also being kindness. She shows every student such compassion and exempli es a love for our Savior that is so deeply rooted. Mrs. Whitehead has been such a light to me throughout my years at LC and I will forever be thankful for her presence in my life.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

your hobbies and interests?

Music is my passion; I love to sing as well as play piano and violin. Apart from this, I enjoy playing sports, my favorites being tennis and golf. Who is your role model?

My role model is Mrs. Sara Whitehead. She is a teacher at LC who exempli es Christ in all she does and is an incredibly intellectually gifted individual. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

I have no current plans for the coming years. My simplest plan is to attend college, graduate, and land a solid job. Apart from this, I intend to marry and raise a family. What is the most important thing in your life? e most important thing in my life is Jesus Christ. He is my Lord and Savior and I live my life for Him. Who is the most important person in your life? ere are many important people in my life, it is di cult to narrow it down to one. Rykker Nephew is the one of the most important people in my life. As my boyfriend he has supported me in all aspects of life, some being my further pursuit of education, my music involvement, my faith and my overall well-being.

Josie Hendricks

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.07

In ve years I will most likely still be in school, in 10 years I hope to have my own dental practice where I can use my gifts and abilities to give those in my community a reason to show o their smiles.

What is the most important thing in your life?

Jesus. Without God I would be lost and without purpose, but because of Him I can have joy every day and be a living example for His Kingdom. Who is the most important person in your life?

My parents. ey have been a constant in my life and are always looking for the best in any situation. ey taught me what it means to love Jesus boldly, treat others kindly and be my own unique person.

Where will you attend college?  Gordon College As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to work with animals: vet, zookeeper, etc. What are your career plans? Cognitive Neuropsychology. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? How to approach life with my worldview in mind and to use my gifts for God’s glory. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? I love to paint, sprint and pole vault in track, and hike with friends. Who is your role model?

My teacher, Dave Tjoelker, has been a constant example of how to treat others with respect and kindness, always ready to ask how your day is, and never failing to make people smile with his dry sense of humor.  What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

I hope to complete my doctorate and research how the biology of the brain a ects behavior while starting a family. What is the most important thing in your life? My faith because it impacts everything in my life, it means that my identity isn’t what grades I get or how well I do in track but that I am a child of God. Who is the most important person in your life?

I couldn’t choose between my parents because both loved and supported me unconditionally, and I am incredibly thankful for them.

Kendra VanderHoek

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.1

Where will you attend college?

I will go to Boise State University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

First I was set on being a childcare provider (like my mom) but then as I went to school I had my heart set on being a teacher.

What are your career plans?

Senior Spotlights

Right now I’m going to nish my degree in business and go into electrical engineering.  What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience?

Kenzie Lenssen

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

Arizona Christian University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

When I was a child, I wanted to be an astronaut, not because I had a fascination with space, but simply because the idea of oating around sounded really fun to me.

What are your career plans?

I would say the greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience is learning that you will never regret the work you put into anything meaningful. What you do regret is laziness and lack of trying. What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e greatest thing I gained from attending my high school is a deeper faith as well as strengthening my sense of responsibility, organization and focus.  Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

Some of my hobbies and interests include riding four wheelers, camping, sports, coaching, being outdoors and church. Who is your role model?

Madeline Fredette

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.03

Where will you attend college?

George Fox University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

A scientist.

What are your career plans?

Some type of freelance journalism along with song production, and possibly travel photography.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from your high school?

I plan to study elementary education at Arizona Christian with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher, or possibly a paraeducator. I also hope to become a volleyball coach, although I don’t know for what age yet. In addition, I hope to stay involved in my church and contribute in meaningful ways throughout my life.

Trey Kaptein

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.06

Where will you attend college?

Central Washington University

What are your career plans?

Architecture or civil engineering

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

I gained a Christian perspective. I grew up in a nice environment and made good friends. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I play chess, I like to draw, play video games and hang out with friends

Who is your role model? My father.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?  Traveling the world, get married, have a career.

is would probably be the hardest question for me but I would have to say my older brother, Dillon. He is one of those people who I can look to as an example of what to do or not to do in any situation because he has probably lived through it already. I look to him for advice often and I have noticed how much I seek his approval on my actions. I also am pretty competitive and he helps me bring that strength out in a good way as I want to be either like him or better then him with certain things driving me to work my hardest to succeed.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years I hope to already have degree and be well on my way in a career in engineering. I am also hoping to be married by then and have kids. I haven’t thought much about my 10- and 20-year plan but I have always wanted kids and to be able to raise them so maybe I’ll end up being a stay at home mom or I’ll continue to work for an engineering rm and work my way to the top. Either way works for me and I’ll just

I mostly gained an amazing community along with so much learning. Going to a smaller high school with teachers that care about the students and God was such a blessing.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

Songwriting, photography/ lm, reading, podcasts, and anything outdoors. Who is your role model?

Besides family or friends, probably someone such as Brett Cooper, a conservative media commentator. She is an inspiration due to being a young lady in the journalism eld in a way that is relatable but still semi-professional. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

To be making music and seeing the world.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

e most meaningful thing I’ve gained from my K–12 journey is the relationships I’ve built. Whether it’s friendships, connections with sta members, or my relationship with God, I cherish each one. I’m incredibly grateful to Lynden Christian for creating a space where those relationships could grow. From my time at LC High School speci cally, I’ve gained a deeper sense of purpose and a stronger foundation in my faith. e community and support here have helped shape who I am today. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

Taya DeRuyter

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

Boise State University.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

I wanted to either follow in my dad’s footsteps at the time and be a PE teacher, or I wanted to be a nurse in a large hospital.

What are your career plans?

Outside of academics, I’m passionate about volleyball, I play and coach the sport and have so much love for it. When I get a break from homework, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, playing sports, baking and relaxing at the beach. Spending time with the people I love, whether we’re doing something active or simply relaxing together, is what brings me the most joy. Who is your role model?

My biggest role model in life is my mom. She is the strongest, kindest, hardest working, most loving and caring woman I know. I admire her determination and the way she cares for everyone. I look up to my mom in everything I do and strive for her strength and compassion in my own life. What do you hope to be doing in ve years?

In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to have graduated from college and be beginning my career as an elementary school teacher, while also hopefully coaching volleyball. In 10 years, I envision myself still teaching and coaching while hopefully raising a family of my own. Twenty years from now, I hope to continue as an educator and coach known for my love

I plan to attend Boise State University in their four-year nursing program to earn my BSN, then further hope to be a travel nurse in the realm of pediatric oncology.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? e greatest thing that I gained from both my K-12 experience as well as attending my high school is just a school community who worked together to help us get ready for the real world, and through that also mak ing sure that my ultimate focus was on the Lord and my faith in Him.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

My hobbies and strengths include playing with kids, being outside, sports, hiking and cooking/baking.   Who is your role model?

I would say my biggest role model and person that I look up to outside of my family would have to be Kailey Bovenkamp. I have known her for more years than I can count, and by watching her and being close to her over all of the years I have learned many things such as building good relationships, putting Christ in the center of everything I do, working hard and

continue to work hard wherever God leads me.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life would be my faith. Without it I wouldn’t have any motive for the things I do nor a good reason. It’s through my faith that I am the person I am today and it will forever be the most important thing in my life.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I honestly can’t decide. With my family being so close and such a big part of my life, I can’t choose between them because they are all so important. My mom is the one who is always behind me, she is my biggest supporter and helps keep me grounded in my faith. My dad pushes me to be the best I can be, keeps me from being lazy and teaches me important life skills. My older brother is my role model and my younger brother is like my built-in best friend. All of them play such an important role in my life it would be impossible to choose just one.

Hopefully traveling and telling stories through some type of journalism. Being married, eventually with kids.

What is the most important thing in your life?

Probably the ability to create and discover. It is such a unique gift God has speci cally given to the human race which fuels everything I know and love. Getting to learn more about his creation and using my own abilities to mimic his work.

Who is the most important person in your life?

God, or rather Jesus. Maybe this is just the easy Christian answer, but I do really think it true that his love and sovereignty and creation of absolutely everything makes him fully worthy of taking this title.

of teaching, my care for my students and athletes, and my commitment to guiding them academically, athletically and spiritually. I also dream of having a strong, loving family where my children feel supported and deeply loved. More than anything, I hope to live a life that re ects my values and leaves a lasting impact on the people around me. What is the most important thing in your life?

My relationship with the Lord is the most important part of my life. It gives me strength, peace and purpose. I can’t imagine my life without Jesus. His presence grounds me and through Him I know I am saved, I am enough and I am never alone.

Who is the most important person in your life? is is such a hard question because I’m surrounded by so many amazing people who mean the world to me. If I had to choose, I’d say my family as a whole. Each member plays a unique role in my life and together they are my biggest source of love, encouragement and motivation. eir support inspires me to face challenges with strength and to live in a way that honors them.

earn my BSN and be a travel nurse in the pediatric oncology unit in a hospital. I also hope to be able to get married and have kids, to travel a lot with them and to give them a life where they know they are loved. I also hope to be a person of steadfast faith, someone who others can come to if they need help and to shine Jesus’ light through everything that I do.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my faith, it makes me who I am and shapes me to be the person that I want to be in the future as well. Without it, I would be in no place that I am today and the next steps in my future would not be near as planned and steadfast.   Who is the most important person in your life? ere are too many people in my life who are important to me to just pick one. Some of them are my mom and dad, my best friends Sakeyna Jansen and Ellie Van-

Senior Spotlights

Manishka Shreya Kumar

Meridian High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

I will take my studies further at Bellingham Technical College.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

I wanted to become a teacher.

What are your career plans?

Viola Kroontje

Lynden Christian High School

GPA: 4.09

Where will you attend college?

Undecided.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

A ballerina or a sign language teacher. What are your career plans? Archaeology, artifact conservation or museum work.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from your high school?

e greatest thing I have gained from my academic career so far has

I plan to go to Bellingham Technical College and do the sixmonth dental assisting program. After gaining some experience in the dental eld as an assistant, I plan to go back to BTC for the dental hygiene program.  What is the greatest thing you gained from

Reese McIntee

Meridian High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

University of Washington.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

A veterinarian. I loved animals and wanted to spend my life helping them.

What are your career plans?

I plan to become either a medical attorney or a spinal cord rehabilitation therapist. I’m also passionate about books and community, so I dream of eventually owning a bookstore as well.

Brady Bruland

Mount Baker High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

I will attend Skagit Valley College in fall 2025.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

In my rst day of school photograph, I can be seen holding a sign that says, “When I grow up, I want to be an animal trapper like my Papa Marv.” What are your career plans?

been the model of a Christ-centered life demonstrated by my teachers and mentors, which I can emulate in my future pursuits. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

Outside of school I enjoy engaging in the arts, speci cally ber and textile hobbies such as spinning wool, knitting and sewing. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? e life that I see for myself is everchanging, but I hope to earn a higher education that would allow me to experience a career that mixes my passions for art and history. Family is important to me and I would love to be blessed with one of my own. Between these

K-12 experience?

What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?  e greatest thing I gained from my K-12 experience was my foundation of curiosity. From story times in kindergarten to science projects in high school, I was always encouraged to ask questions and explore any possible ideas I may have had. at mindset continues to shape how I will approach new challenges in the future. e greatest thing I gained from attending high school was a sense of

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K–12 experience?

e greatest thing I gained was resilience. Navigating challenges both in and out of the classroom taught me how to adapt, lead and stay driven no matter the circumstances. What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

At my high school, I gained a strong sense of initiative and leadership. I started and revived programs such as Teen Court and I learned how to use my voice to advocate for others.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hob-

Both my dad and my uncle are law enforcement o cers. roughout my upbringing, I’ve witnessed and admired what being a law enforcement o cer entails. While I’ve always been drawn to working in law enforcement, I’ve also had a tremendous passion for the wilderness and the magni cence of the outdoors. Considering both, my career plan is to become a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife o cer. is career would allow me to serve my community while protecting what I love for future generations.

major goals, it is my deep hope to have the time and opportunities to appreciate the smaller joys of life as they come. What is the most important thing in your life?

My family is the most important thing in my life. Without the support and teachings of my parents, I would not be the person I am today. eir characters, hard work and dedication to my betterment have blessed me to such a level I can never fully repay. I hope that my e orts throughout my academic career may serve as a small testament to the gratitude that I feel towards the man and woman willing to sacri ce all for my sake.

My brothers and sisters have been a constant source of joy and stability throughout my adolescence. I

individuality and self-discipline. Balancing studying, extracurriculars and life outside of school and activities is not easy. Being able to balance everything taught me how to manage my time and take responsibility for my goals.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I have been interested in music and singing at a very young age. I will forever love music.

Who is your role model?

My biggest role model is my mom. My mom graduated from Blaine High School and Bellingham Technical College at the same time since she did Running Start. I have done full-time running start my junior and senior years of high school as well. I wouldn’t have done Running Start if it weren’t for my mom. Her work ethic and stories of her time in high school really inspired me.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? 10 years? 20 years?

bies and interests?

I love painting, especially with gouache and watercolor, and I enjoy reading, gol ng and writing. I also enjoy community service and mentoring peers through programs and applications. Who is your role model?

My mom. She is the most genuinely kind person I’ve ever met, and her strength and compassion inspire me every single day. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years, I hope to graduate with a biomedical engineering degree and possibly a minor in applied mathematics and be involved in spinal cord rehabilitation

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? rough rigorous classwork and involvement in athletics, my K-12 experience has taught me leadership, perseverance, work ethic and collaboration. e greatest thing I gained from attending my high school is my appreciation for community. e small campus size and tight-knit community surrounding my high school have shown me the importance of companionship and support for each other.  Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? ere is nothing I love more than spending time outdoors. Most, if not all, my hobbies revolve around being outside. I enjoy being on the water, whether shing, wakeboarding or cruising in the San Juans, I never want to leave the water. I also love hunting, archery,

Cameron Scott

Mount Baker High School

GPA: 4.0

Post high school plan?

Enlist in the Marine Corps. As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to be when you grew up?

Professional basketball player. What are your career plans?

To serve as an intelligence specialist in the Marine Corps before I enter the eld of environmental law. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? e greatest thing I gained from

have never had to know loneliness due to the love and companionship I have found within each of my siblings. eir guidance and encouragement have had a determining role in shaping the soul that will walk the graduation stage this year. Who is the most important person in your life?

My younger brother, ijs, is the most important person in my life. e bond we formed as children, while di erent now, still holds the same signi cance that is has since our omas the Tank Engine and Robin Hood days. My memories of his friendship are those that I hold most dear. I am beyond blessed to experience his character each day and I am eager to observe how God’s plan for him and his many talents will play out in the future.

I hope in many years to come I will work happily in a dental o ce as a dental hygienist.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is denitely music. is is because without music, I wouldn’t be able to function normally in my everyday life. Whether it is while studying or cleaning music helps me focus. If I am feeling down it works as therapy for me.

Who is the most important person in your life?

I can’t choose just one person. My whole family is a very important part of my life. Without them and their support, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. All of my achievements and future achievements will solely be because of my family. ey keep me going and remind me to be better every day. ere are so many reasons why they are so important to me. I wouldn’t be able to name them all.

research. In 10 years, I hope to have completed law school and published a book. In 20 years, I hope to run a cozy bookstore and live in a brownstone in New York, continuing to make an impact in both the medical and legal elds. What is the most important thing in your life?

Purpose. I want everything I do to have meaning, whether it’s through helping others, creating something lasting, or advocating for change. Who is the most important person in your life?

My family, because they have always supported me unconditionally. eir kindness, resilience and belief in me shaped who I am and who I strive to become.

camping and hiking. I’ve been captivated by the outdoors since childhood and I still experience the same wonder when I nd myself in nature today. If I’m not on the water or walking in the woods, you’ll nd me strumming my guitar. I’ve played guitar for about seven years, and I never get tired of playing.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years, I hope to have graduated from Skagit Valley College with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Conservation and be hired by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife as a law enforcement o cer. Since the WDFW is a state agency, I may not be able to work in Whatcom County upon being hired; therefore, in 10 years, I hope to be a Fish and Wildlife o cer in Whatcom County. In 20 years, I hope to have a family and raise them in my hometown, own a home and be involved in my community through my church and youth athletics.

What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is my family. ere’s nothing I would rather do than spend time with them. I know with con dence that whatever I do, they will be there for me and support me along the way. I could not ask for a more loving and supportive family. ursday night dinners, camping

my K-12 experience was the opportunity to push myself beyond my limits in athletics, academics and other extracurricular activities to become a stronger, harder-working version of myself. e greatest things I gained from attending Mount Baker High School were the kindness of the school’s tight-knit community and the wonderful group of friends that I have met over the past four years.  Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? Distance running, volunteering and reading. Who is your role model?

Steve Prefontaine, an American long-distance runner who from 1973 to 1975 set American re-

trips and holidays all hold a special place in my heart because we are together. I can say with con dence that throughout my entire life, whenever I’ve looked up in the stands, no matter what sport or contest, multiple family members are watching and supporting me. I’ve been so blessed to have such an amazing family and I hope to never take them for granted.

Who is the most important person in your life?

e most important person in my life is my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. When I was 5 years old, I accepted Jesus as my Savior and invited Him into my heart. irteen years later, it’s still the best decision I’ve ever made. Everything that I do in life is for His glory, and I would never be the person I am today or experience the success I’ve had without Him. Despite my best e orts, I’m far from, and I never will be, perfect. However, His mercies are new every morning. I can walk with con dence knowing that nothing I’ve done or will do in the future can separate me from His love. I know who I am because I know whose I am. My favorite Bible verse since I was a little kid is Psalm 18:2. “ e Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”

cords at every distance from 2,000 to 10,000 meters. He competed in the 1972 Summer Olympics. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years, I hope to begin my rst year at law school using my military GI Bill. In 10 years, I hope to be working as a lawyer while volunteering with habitat restoration groups. Finally, in 20 years, I hope to be advocating for the protection of natural land all across the United States while still competing in races and other sporting events in my free time. What is the most important thing in your life?

e most important thing in my life is gratitude. Practicing gratitude has helped me stay joyful,

peaceful and motivated through the most challenging parts of both high school and life in general. I have found that even in the darkest moments, I can always nd something to be grateful for, and this mentality has become incredibly important to my dayto-day life. Who is the most important person in your life? e most important person in my life is my grandfather. He has taught me several important skills, passed down countless stories and has welcomed me into his home time and time again. His in uence, kindness and guidance have helped me become the person I am today. I am endlessly thankful for his humor, assistance and support over the years.

Nooksack Valley High School, Cont.

Saul Padilla Mendez

Nicholas Sabin

Abigail Pen

Martin Rivera

Colby Martin

Angel Pascual Velasco

Lorenzo Raga

Salomon Perez Villegas

Keara Robertson

Shelby Mason

Ella Passey

Estrella Rios Hernandez

Kaleisha Perez

Jennifer Romero

Edwin Mendez-Velasquez

Jason Magana-Heide

Tania Landa-Garcia

Makenzie Likkel

Cory Olney

Maribel Lopez-Santiago

Leopoldo Orozco

Megan Perkins

Wendy Rosales

Brian Marcelino Ramirez

Guillermo Ortiz Garcia

Emily Pickard

Ella Sabin

Alycia Javier

Anela Kuhaulua

Keana Mora

Valeriano Jose, Jr

Talen Klein

Kai Molzen

Alex Jose-Ventura

Jake Lautenbach

Drake Morbeto

Juan Mendez-Velasquez

Tristan Kamphouse

Elena Mendez

Janina Luna

Tyrel Michael Johnson Moises Jacobo

Alexi Kelly

Charlize Miller

Colton Lentz

Cameron O'Bryan

Sarah Isenhart

Sydney Howe Aadan Huante

Diederick Harr Levi Huffman David Hernandez Dimas Junior Hernandez-Jose

Caden Heutink Courtney Howe

Forslof

2025 Nooksack Valley High School, Cont.

NOT PICTURED:

Mohammad-Ali Azzam

Roberto Santiago-Cruz

Bryann Rabang

Senior Spotlight

Echo Christensen

Nooksack Valley High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?

e University of Washington . As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

An artist.

What are your career plans?

I plan to major in mechanical engineering and see where I go from there. What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from your high school?

Megan Eve Perkins

Nooksack Valley High School

4.0

GPA:

Where will you attend college?

Western Washington University to pursue a dual major in music education and vocal performance.

As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grew up?

An elementary school teacher.

What are your career plans?

To teach elementary music.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience? What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?

I’ve gained the ability to honestly and helpfully re ect on my aws and mistakes, and the determination and discipline to continue through di culty. Also, on a brighter note

e greatest thing I gained in K-12 is best friend Keana. e greatest thing I gained from attending Nooksack High School is my education.

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? I enjoy skiing, the beach and going out with my friends. Who is your role model? Mac Miller. Not only did he make amazing music, but he remained open about his personal struggles throughout his career. I nd him incredibly inspiring as an artist and as an advocate for depression and drug abuse. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

Lance Van Berkum

Nooksack Valley High School

GPA: 4.0

Where will you attend college?   University of Washington. As a child, what was the rst thing you wanted to become when you grow up?

A construction worker. What are your career plans?

Pursue a career in construction management.  What is the greatest thing you gained

– I’ve gained so many wonderful friendships!

Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?

I love all things music-related, writing and reading poetry, gardening, and I’m a skilled baker (among way too many other things no one truly has the time for).

Who is your role model?

My music teacher Mr. Landon Wynne. He has been a support and a guide since he started working for Nooksack Valley High School. I’ve never met someone as well-adjusted or willing to give so liberally, and I want nothing more than to have that same in uence in other people’s lives.  What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?

In ve years I hope to be teaching elementary music, and with any luck, planning my wedding. In 10 years, I will likely take a break from teaching and will be starting a family. In 20 years, I hope to return to teaching, but

In ve years I hope to be nishing up college. In 10 years I hope to be moving along in my career. In 20 years I hope to be far along in my career and married with kids. What is the most important thing in your life?

A little cow stu y I named Bop. ere isn’t a single picture of me ages 1-10 where I’m not holding him. He’s my day one. Who is the most important person in your life? My dad. I’ve never met a more funny, charming, and caring person than him. I’ve looked up to him my whole life and love him so, so much. He has always been my biggest cheerleader and I am so thankful to have him in my life.

from your K-12 experience?  Friendships and connections.  What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school?  Perseverance. Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests?  Gol ng, shing, hanging out with friends and being outside.   Who is your role model?  My dad. What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years?  In the upcoming years I hope to obtain a

position in my  eld of interest, travel, settle down and have a family.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My faith is the most important thing in my life. My faith gives me purpose and is the foundation that I have built my life on.

Who is the most important person in your life?

My parents are the most important people in my life. ey give me guidance and support in everything that I do.

I see myself teaching high school as opposed to elementary school. roughout all of this, I plan to continue my college education, just for interest’s sake, and to o er vocal lessons on the side. It would be nice if somewhere in this timeline I could buy a home with a pretty yard to  ll with owers, but with a teacher’s salary, we’ll see. Perhaps I’ll marry rich … What is the most important thing in your life?  My values. ey drive all of my major decisions, such as my desired career choice. A combination of my altruistic beliefs and my commitment to growth -- especially through di culties -are why I am pursuing music education.  Who is the most important person in your life?  May I be snarky and say me? I can’t think of any one person who is most important to me. ere are so many adults who have acted as mentors to me, and so many friends that I wouldn’t trade anything for. I’m very fortunate to have built a wonderful community.

Marryn Wynia Tabin Zylstra

Gavin TenKley

Kate Shintaffer

Skylar Tylor

Zayden Saenz

Isaac Thompson

Brityn Sorensen

Lance Van Berkum

Peter Schild Skyler Torres

Mircah Soto

Kaydence Veldman

Katie Starr Damien Sulkanum

Chantell Villalobos Drake Whitbeck Kaieden Williams

wanted to be a teacher.

What are your career plans?

I will continue in the workforce.

What is the greatest thing you gained from your K-12 experience?

I learned to do my best and care about people from a young age.

Senior Spotlight

What is the greatest thing you gained from attending your high school? I gained independent study habits, accountability and how to be self-motivated.  Besides your academic strengths, what are your hobbies and interests? I did drama with the Lynden High School for about three years and I’m on the worship team at church. Who is your role model? My dad. He taught me to be an honest hard worker in everything I do.

What do you hope to be doing in ve years? In 10 years? In 20 years? In ve years, I hope to gain nancial stability. In 10 years, I hope to be married. In 20 years, I hope to raise my kids in the Lord.

What is the most important thing in your life? My faith. e Lord has worked in my life tremendously and I am who I am today because of him. All glory to God.  Who is the most important person in your life? My sister, Ellie. She is my built in best friend and encourages me when I don’t feel worthy.

Violet Cross

Lily Van Mersbergen

Oleg Elizavetsky

Derek Zablotskyy

Elisha Falcone

William Farias

Heidi Hofer

Makayla Huisman

Molly King

Grace Jardinski

Ashley Bennett

Jyadon Petty Cannon Bode Joy Reed

Samara Byma

Jake Relethford Ellie Cornelius

Grady Vanbeek

Joshua Baron

Reuben Neff

2025 Ferndale High School

Madeline Cancelosi

Boomer Dahlstrom

Teresita Diaz Molina

Carston Cayo

Olivia Copps

Gabrielle Delena

Brooklynn Donovan

Kathryn Bouldin

Kaylie Carver

Faith Clark

Hayden Deannuntis

Sather Doane II

Julia Chao

Emily Cortes-Barocio

Dakota DeLeon

Erlea Du

Jonah Brillowsky

Celisse Castleberry

Josue Coca Solorzano

Troy Decoteau

Rand Dobbins III

Katelyn Chao

Benjamin Covington

Reeshal Deo

Alicia DuBay

Isabella Brionez

Kaelin Blakley

Harsimar Bhachu

Braden Birman

Isaac Cacho Parker Bjerke

Jose Cacho Meadow Childs

Cassidy Croy

Alexzander DePass

Aiden Boblet

Emilio Cambron

Riley Childs

Edith Cruz

Olivia DeYoung

Maria Baltazar Francisco

Isaiah Bellamy

Karly Bundy

Jake Barnreiter

Lucas Bauckman

Geselle Bugriyev

Marlenne Barragan-Hernandez

Nandini Bhanot

Talan Bungard

Aiyanna Brown

Sabrina Barrett

Bibi Brown

Peter Blair

Julissa Barjas Cruz

Dominic Bailey Christopher Basave San Juan

Lola Brusik

Savana Biles

Bella Burns

Adomas Baader

Cynthia Arriaga-Rodriguez Cynthia Avalos

Justin Dudley

Evelyn Ailon-Cruz

Jane Durbin

Valerie Avneri

Leonardo Alarcon Morales

Allison Durocher

Isabella Anderson

Lorelei Burnett

Realatee Anderson Joshua Andres

Ferndale High School, Cont.

Nathaniel Inman

Luke Johnson

Jacob Kennedy

Lana James

Leia Jewell

Alysa Julius

Romeo Kheo

Halston Hadrath

Bethany Irvine

Natalia Jefferson

Olivia Johnston

Eli Kennerley

Leia James

Cayne Joas

Jesse Kamps

Nicholas Kimmel

Elise Handerson

Alicia James

Evangeline Jensen

Kaslo Jordan

Israel Kennerley

Aahana Jassal

Kenzi Johnson

Artem Karashchuk

Abigail King

Parker Hanson

Tushraj Grewal

Cole Gilday

Jessica Gonzalez Reyes

Carley Hougen

Laticia Gonzalez

Henry Huynh

Sanpreet Jassar

Lauren Johnson

Anastasia Kazantseva

Aaron Guerra

Yasmine Infante

Aubryana Jefferson

Lindee Johnson

Evelyn Kelley

Leo Floyd

Maddox Gemin

Terrace Hendrickson

Samantha Foss

Owen Garza

Mason Helt

William French

Jayden Gill

Cole Henken

Kelly Harper

Jacob Gandy

Sophia Harper

Jesse Green

Tayana Foeung

Aaliyah Flowers-Sierra

Sae Garcia

Kirra Hayes

Karina Gomez

Athena Hodges

Adelina Flores

Nathan Evans Hannah Findley

Paul Kruger

Landon Dyches

Jack Krutsinger

Karma Finkbonner

Dalilah Eardley

Christian Kyle

Garrett Eckermann

Roberto Hernandez-Martinez

Andrew Edwards Kaden Eldridge

2025 Ferndale High School, Cont.

Veda Metter

Juan Pallares

Mailani Phan

Marisa Miller

Lillian Oakes

Kadyn Parsons

Theodore Plaster IV

Heath Mattson

Kathleen Michaud

Jaiden O'Neill

Kailee Pantalia

Christopher Phillips

Eva Moreau

Haylee Ochoa

Lauren Pearson

Keith Powless Jr.

Ryder McClellan

Kennedy Michels

Cassidy O'Rourke

Ariel Parker

Jessica Pilar

Analise Mutchler

Izzak Olinger

Abigail Peña

Jose Puentes-Vicente Jr.

Jaxsynn McCormick

Arthur Martinez

Gina Mahmodi

Katie Manly

Wesley Melland

Damian Marin

Sonia Mendoza Ailon

Adrian Nichols

Yana Oros

Keyli Perez Flores

Isaac Martinson

Jeremiah Mendoza

Alora Otto

Abraham Perez

Lily Lopez

Verna Mahle

Hailey McTevia

Alexandria Lyddan

Thomas Mack

Liam McMillan

Jackson Macbeth

Makaio Mamac

Brooklyn Mecham

Isaac McCreary Keira Mace

Amelie McKeon

Rocio Marquez

Cheyenne Lorenz Markus Little Grace Machado

Bryce McManus

Bryce Manibusan

Jonatan Mejia-Lopez

Madison Leon Rivas

Silver Leigh August Lemarr

Colette Rains

Jasmine LaClair

Karanjot Randhawa Eleana Ramirez

Gabrielle Lenssen Jacob Landers

Matthew Ramirez

Rachael LaPlante

Hannah Mede

Dominic Laststar Amara Lawrence

Ferndale High School, Cont.

Trenton Toby

Yareli Vicente-Gonzalez

Phoenix Wattam

Mesgana Tsegaye

Abigail VanderSanden

Caden Walcker

Benjamin Stauffer

Takoah Tom Austin Van Dyke

Ryder Villareal

Stanislav Tsinyk

Quincy Varga

Kallie Walker

Grant Stauffer

Riley Tomtan

Nevan Van Nauker

Emilio Villarreal

Michael Turpin

Emir Vargas-Vasquez Lucas Walrod

Aiden Stice

Kerri Souder

A.J. Schuman

Japneet Singh

Jayley Thomason

Kailey Sledge

Giana Thompson

Skyler Uson

Isabella Vargas

Russell Warbus

Alyssa Stamm

Ellis Tiffany

Leslie Valencia

Mariah Vargas

Simon Warner

Calvin Russell

Justice Schreiber

Brian Tackett

Ramdeep Sahota Wyatt Schiff

Kalliyan Svann

Cody Salhus

Ayden Scott

Vixen Taylor

Wyatt Strait

Katherine Savchuk

Christian Suansing

Olivia Smetana

Arianna Saab

Joshua Ruble Zaira Saville

Cori Super

Kaytlynn Sierra

Thomas

Rinas Nehemiah Rodriguez Eryk Rosales

Anthony Rasmussen Sadie Rehmert

Sandhya Thapa

Mariah Reyes Scout Riese

Violet Wilson

Aiden White Jacob White

Hope Werner

Taryn Whitemon Leika Williams

Hunter Wills Alexa Wilson