Maylin Steele is the new student rep to the Coupeville School Board. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)
Kyle Nelson is still the power behind the throne.
His Coupeville High School girls soccer program landed a second-straight student rep to the school board, with Maylin Steele approved Wednesday to replace the departing Mary Milnes.
Steele, a current CHS junior who’s carrying a 3.5 GPA, will serve a one-year term.
Born and raised in Coupeville, she joins new directors Morgan White and Nancy Conard, who fill out a school board which includes Christine Sears, Sherry Phay, and Glenda Merwine.
In her application letter, Steele, who is a goalkeeper for the CHS soccer squad, expressed a desire to represent all of her fellow students.
“I’m interested in this position because I think proper advocacy for the student body, especially the silent members of our community, is essential,” she wrote.
In their letters of recommendation, two Coupeville teachers spoke highly of Steele.
“Maylin is a bright, affable, and concerned young woman,” wrote science teacher Colleen Fox.
“She is passionate about many things in her world, and is empowered to ask good questions, and participate in meaningful discussions.”
Fox’s words were echoed by visual arts instructor Tacy Bigelow.
“Attention to detail and a diligent focus wrapped in a cloak of sunshine, Maylin possesses the very qualities needed to be an excellent student body rep.
“Inclusive in her approach, Maylin is inviting and warm to everyone in her sphere of influence,” Bigelow added.
“Once you are on her “team,” she gives 110% and follows through on her promises.”
Steele in action on the soccer pitch.
Coupeville Sports 
So proud! ❤️