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Hard work pays off for Class of 2026

Posted in awards, Scholarships, tagged , , , , , on May 27, 2026| Leave a Comment »

Wolf hoops hotshot Danica Strong scored big on scholarship night. (Photo courtesy Danette Beckley)

They earned.

Capping four years of hard work, Coupeville High School Class of 2026 grads raked in $180,000+ in scholarship money, which should make their transition to post-Cow Town life easier to navigate.

The Wolves were honored Wednesday night at the school’s annual spring awards night, and here are some of the highlights.

Topping the Class of 2026 are valedictorian Teagan Calkins and salutatorian George Spear.

Noelle Western, Dahlia Miller, Lucas Habeck, Jeann Nitta, Sydney Wallace, Killian Shaw, Finn Price, and Easton Green round out the top 10 career GPAs.

 

Scholarships:

 

Allen-Phipps ($1000)

Jennifer Camarena-Herrera
Riverwind DeArmond
Aiden O’Neill
Killian Shaw
Danica Strong
Avery Williams-Buchanan

 

AOC Whidbey Roost – STEM Scholarship ($1500):

Teagan Calkins

 

AOC Whidbey Roost – CEA Future Educators Scholarship ($1500):

Jeann Nitta

 

Bud Madsen Masonic Lodge ($1000):

Aiden O’Neill

 

Central Whidbey Sportsman’s Association ($1000):

Jennifer Camerena-Herrera

 

Chamber Foundation, Crows Nest, and Chris Watson Insurance ($1000):

Killian Shaw

 

CHS Class of ‘74 Jim & Linda Hosek Community Leadership ($2000):

Danica Strong

 

Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival ($2,000):

Jacob Schooley
Sydney Wallace
Avery Williams-Buchanan

 

Coupeville Booster Club ($1000):

Teagan Calkins
Aiden O’Neill
Finn Price
Killian Shaw
Danica Strong
Noelle Western

 

Coupeville Chamber ($1000):

Dylan Burrow

 

Coupeville Lions:

Finn Price ($5000)
George Spear ($5000)
Sydney Wallace ($4000)
Peyton Lucero ($3000)
Frankie Tenore ($3000)
Riverwind DeArmond ($2000)

 

Coupeville Lions – John Kohlmann LEO’s ($5000):

Dahlia Miller

 

Coupeville Lions – Parker Medical ($5000):

Teagan Calkins

 

Coupeville Lions – Pat Kolman Memorial Nursing ($4000):

Noelle Western

 

Coupeville School Foundation ($1000):

Dylan Burrow
Jennifer Camarena-Herrera
Jeann Nitta
Killian Shaw

Killian Shaw (9) excelled in the classroom and on the baseball diamond. (Jackie Saia photo)

 

Earlene Beckley Memorial ($2000):

Danica Strong

 

Edward L. “Gomer” Jones ($2500):

Killian Shaw

 

Endeavor Scholarship ($1000):

Jennifer Camarena-Herrera

 

Family of John Rodriguey ($1000):

Noelle Western

 

Friends of the Coupeville Library — Herb and Evelyn Strasler ($2000):

George Spear

 

Friends of the Coupeville Library — Evelyn Day ($2000):

Jennifer Camarena-Herrera

 

Friends of the Coupeville Library — Darrell and Carol Dyer ($2000):

Killian Shaw

 

Friends of the Coupeville Library — Leslie Franzen ($2000):

Sydney Wallace

 

Front Street Grill ($1500):

Hayden Kendall

 

Harada Family ($1000):

Danica Strong

 

Harvey-Pickard:

Regan Callahan ($2500/4 years)
Hayden Kendall ($2500/4 years)
Danica Strong ($5000/4 years)

 

John and Vivian Moon Scholarship ($1000):

Jennifer Camarena-Herrera

 

Ken Hofkamp ($1000/2 years):

Danica Strong

 

Leganieds ($1000):

Dylan Burrow
Jennifer Camerena-Herrera
Danica Strong

 

Living Like Lathom ($4000):

Killian Shaw

 

New Leaf Jo Balda Trade School ($2000):

Aleera Kent
Jacob Schooley
Killian Shaw

 

Patrick Brown Class of 1970 ($1000):

Jacob Schooley
Dylan Burrow

 

Penn Cove Shellfish ($2500/4 yrs):

Danica Strong

 

Prairie Center Market ($1500):

Killian Shaw
Danica Strong

 

Riley Sampson Foundation ($5000):

Finn Price
Teagan Calkins

Finn Price, a winner in the swimming pool, and with a book in his hand. (Rachel Price-Rayner photo)

 

Soroptimists — Aspire Award ($1000):

Riverwind DeArmond

 

Soroptimists — Empowerment Through Education Award ($1000):

Teagan Calkins
Dahlia Miller

 

Spirit of Cheer Booster Club ($1500):

Jacob Schooley
Avery Williams-Buchanan

 

Toby’s Exceptional Student Athlete ($1000):

Easton Green

 

Tom and Donna Chan Memorial ($5000):

Danica Strong

 

Tom Roehl Memorial Scholarship ($3000):

Aiden O’Neill

 

A Touch of Dutch ($500):

Sydney Wallace

 

Welch-Rixie Family ($1000):

Teagan Calkins

 

West Family Foundation ($1500):

Dahlia Miller
Noelle Western
Avery Williams-Buchanan

 

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Bridge Scholarship ($1500):

Sydney Wallace

 

Windermere ($2000):

Killian Shaw

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Wolf legend honored for firefighter work

Posted in awards, tagged , , , , on January 30, 2026| Leave a Comment »

Greg White (left), possibly the coolest dude you will meet today.

Greg White remains highly award worthy.

The Coupeville High School grad, who has gone on to be a sage basketball coach in recent years, was recognized twice recently by the Mount Vernon Fire Department.

White, a Captain with the force, was awarded the 2025 Chief’s Award, which recognizes “an individual who demonstrates the highest levels of excellence, professionalism, quality, and innovation.”

He was hailed for his work in helping lead the department through a period of change and “a fundamental culture shift.”

“Recognizing that meaningful and lasting change must be guided from within, Captain Greg White stepped forward to lead this critical effort,” the department said in a statement.

“Captain White’s leadership, commitment, and vision exemplify the spirit of the Chief’s Award and reflect great credit upon himself and the Mount Vernon Fire Department.”

The former Wolf ace, long regarded as one of the premier athletes in CHS history, was also one of three Mount Vernon firefighters recognized with a Fire/Rescue Save Commendation.

White, along with Cody Bagley and Kris Christensen, was hailed for his actions during a structure fire.

“Arriving early on scene, crews were met with an active fire and the possibility of a trapped occupant,” the department said.

“Through quick decision-making, coordinated fire attack, and immediate search efforts, the firefighters located and removed a resident from the structure under dangerous and time-critical conditions.

“Their teamwork, professionalism, and commitment to life safety made the difference. Thanks to their actions, the patient was successfully removed and later revived by EMS personnel.”

White, who was a standout multi-sport athlete in his teenage days, has been a key member of the CHS boys’ basketball coaching staff in recent seasons, including helping the program win its first district title in 50 years and advance twice to the state tourney.

He is married to Coupeville School Board President Morgan White, and the duo have two children achieving their own successes.

Son Cole is a sophomore at Gonzaga University while daughter Riley attends my alma mater, Oak Harbor High School, where she has been part of wrestling and swim teams.

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One room, a whole lot of excellence

Posted in awards, tagged , , , , , on June 3, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Teagan Calkins adds to her trophy case. (Photos courtesy Jackie Saia)

The excellence overflows.

In preparation for graduation, Coupeville High School held its annual awards night Monday, with scholarships and recognitions the focus.

Some joyful tears were shed, smiles were flashed, much financial aid changed hands, and pics were snapped, just as it has ever been so.

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Calkins, Anderson nab WIAA award

Posted in awards, tagged , , , , on June 2, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Teagan Calkins? She’s kind of a big deal. (David Somes photos)

They are the present, and future, of Wolf sports.

Coupeville High School juniors Teagan Calkins and Chase Anderson have both been three-sport standouts and are on the cusp of senior years that could be legendary.

But first, the duo closed out their third year at CHS by being honored Monday with the Cliff Gillies Award.

That honor, handed out by schools across the state, is named for a former longtime Executive Director of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.

It recognizes student/athletes who “excel in scholarship, citizenship, and participation in activities.”

Calkins played key roles for volleyball, basketball, and softball teams this season, with the first and third of those squads advancing to state.

“The Red Dragon” piled up 194 kills, 64 digs, 15 block assists, and 33 service aces for a spiker unit which went 18-2, was undefeated until the final day of the season, and brought home a 4th place trophy — best in program history.

On the hardwood, Calkins led the Wolves in scoring with 183 points, developing a deadly three-point shot to rain pain down on her foes.

Capping things off in the spring, she anchored the team from her catcher position, gunning down runners with a flick of her wrist and helping a young pitching staff stay calm and composed.

At the plate, Calkins was a beast, as usual, spraying line drives to every field as she and her teammates roared through a 20-3 season which concluded with a four-game run at the state tourney.

Chase Anderson dreams of scoring touchdowns.

Anderson opened the fall on the gridiron and was named the Offensive MVP for the Northwest 2B/1B League.

Playing quarterback and kicking (plus patrolling the secondary on defense), he led the Wolves with 99 points.

Turn to basketball, and the points kept on coming, as he poured in a team-high 339 points, mixing in long-range bombs with lightning-quick slashes to the hoop.

Those fleet feet paid off in the spring as well for Anderson, who transitioned from baseball to track and field and made an immediate impact.

He won 15 times in his first season on the high school oval, spreading out the victories across the 100, 4 x 100 relay, 4 x 400 relay, and javelin.

Advancing to state in his first go-round, Anderson ran a leg on both Wolf relay units in Yakima, helping pick up 6th place medals in the 4 x 1 and 5th place honors in the 4 x 4.

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Wolves rake in scholarship moola

Posted in Scholarships, tagged , , , , , on June 3, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Kayla Arnold scored big on scholarship night. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

The hard work paid off.

The Coupeville High School Class of 2024 raked in a hair over $366,000 in local scholarships alone, not counting what individual grads may have received from colleges.

That’s a testament to both the generosity of Central Whidbey residents, businesses, and organizations, and the power of what volunteering accomplishes.

A bevy of awards and scholarships were distributed Monday at a ceremony at CHS headed up by Principal Geoff Kappes.

 

AWARDS:

 

Senior Service Award:

Isabella Schooley

 

Principal’s Legacy Award:

Nehemiah Myles

 

Lions Club Students of the Year:

Ryan Blouin
Cole White

 

“Scholarships for me??? Well, OK.” (Ember Light photo)

 

SCHOLARSHIPS:

 

AOC Whidbey Roost STEM:

Hank Milnes ($6,000)

 

Allen-Phipps:

Kayla Arnold ($1,000)
Logan Downes ($1,000)
Nick Guay ($1,000)
Quinten Simpson-Pilgrim ($1,000)
Isabella Schooley ($1,000)

 

Arise Scholarship:

Brionna Blouin ($2,500)

 

Bayleaf Foreign Study/Travel:

Devin Neveu ($1,000)

 

Bruce Porter:

Kayla Arnold ($2,500)
Brionna Blouin ($2,500)

 

Bud Madsen Masonic:

Wyatt Sylvester ($1,000)

 

Cascade Custom Homes and Design:

Nick Guay ($1,000)
Cole White ($1,000)

 

Community Foundation for Coupeville Public Schools:

Ryan Blouin ($1,000)
Nick Guay ($500)
Cole White ($500)
Reese Wilkinson ($1,000)
Andrew Williams ($1,000)

 

Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival:

Zane Oldenstadt ($2,000)
Isabella Schooley ($2,000)
Hayley Thomas ($2,000)

 

Coupeville Booster Club:

Ryan Blouin ($1,000)
Nick Guay ($1,000)
Hank Milnes ($1,000)
Ava Mitten ($1,000)
Grey Peabody ($1,000)
Skylar Parker ($1,000)
Cole White ($1,000)
Reese Wilkinson ($1,000)

 

Coupeville Chamber of Commerce:

Kayla Arnold ($500)
Logan Downes ($250)
Nick Guay ($1,000)
Kaitlyn Leavell ($250)
Devin Neveu ($250)
Mikey Robinett ($500)
Isabella Schooley ($1,000)
Wyatt Sylvester ($1,000)
Cole White ($1,000)

 

Coupeville Lions Club:

Kayla Arnold ($1,500)
Brionna Blouin ($2,000)
Ryan Blouin ($3,000)
Kayla Cooks ($3,000)
William Davidson ($2,000)
Logan Downes ($2,000)
Nick Guay ($3,000)
Erica McGrath ($1,500)
Hank Milnes ($1,500)
Ava Mitten ($1,500)
Zane Oldenstadt ($1,500)
Skylar Parker ($750)
Grey Peabody ($1,500)
Desi Ramirez ($750)
Reina Reed ($1,000)
Isabella Schooley ($4,000)
Quinten Simpson-Pilgrim ($750)
Thomas Studer ($1,500)
Wyatt Sylvester ($4,000)
Hayley Thomas ($2,000)
Cole White ($3,000)
Andrew Williams ($3,000)
Reese Wilkinson ($750)

 

Educate your Passion and Talent:

Devin Neveu ($1,000)
Cole White ($1,000)

 

Empowerment (Soroptimist International):

Kayla Arnold ($1,000)
Reina Reed ($1,000)

 

Endeavor:

Alex Merino-Martinez ($1,000)

 

Excellence in Education:

Cole White ($1,500)

 

Fineline Painting:

Thomas Studer ($1,000)

 

Exceptional Student Athlete (John Rodriguey):

Cole White ($1,000)

 

Filipino American Association:

Mikey Robinett ($500)

 

Front Street Grill:

Kayla Arnold ($1,500)

 

Friends of the Coupeville Library:

Kayla Arnold ($2,000)
Brionna Blouin ($2,000)
Hank Milnes ($2,000)
Thomas Studer ($2,000)

 

Gervais Memorial:

Brionna Blouin ($1,500)

 

George Koetje Memorial:

Logan Downes ($1,000)

 

Harada Family:

Isabella Schooley ($1,000)

 

Harvey-Pickard:

Desi Ramirez-Vasquez ($10,000)
Reina Reed ($10,000)

 

Island County Fair Association:

Erica McGrath ($750)

 

Julie Langrock Memorial:

Emma Garcia ($2,500)
Ava Mitten ($2,500)

 

Knights of Columbus:

Mikey Robinett ($1,000)

 

Leganieds:

Kayla Arnold ($1,000)
Nick Guay ($1,000)
Kaitlyn Leavell ($1,000)

 

Leo Beck Memorial:

Brionna Blouin ($1,000)

 

Living Like Lathom:

Kayla Arnold ($1,000)
Nick Guay ($1,000)

 

New Leaf Jo Balda Scholarship for Community Service:

Brionna Blouin ($2,000)
Hayley Thomas ($2,000)

 

Penn Cove Shellfish:

Damiano Giacobbe ($10,000)

 

Prairie Center Market:

Brionna Blouin ($1,000)
Desi Ramirez-Vasquez ($1,000)

 

ROTC:

Cole White ($176,700)

 

Renee Smith Scholarship for Environmental Study:

Ava Mitten ($2,000)

 

Rotary Club of South Whidbey:

Kayla Arnold ($3,000)
Brionna Blouin ($3,000)
Damiano Giacobbe ($3,000)
Cole White ($2,000)

 

Sharon A.U. Vaughn:

Kayla Arnold ($2,500)
Brionna Blouin ($2,500)

 

Spirit of Cheer Booster Club:

Isabella Schooley ($1,000)
Hayley Thomas ($1,000)

 

Toby’s First Responder:

Isabella Schooley ($1,000)

 

Tom Roehl Memorial:

Ryan Blouin ($1,000)
William Davidson ($3,000)
Cole White ($1,000)

 

West Family Foundation:

Kayla Arnold ($1,000)
Brionna Blouin ($1,000)
Skylar Parker ($1,000)

 

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts:

Wyatt Sylvester ($2,000)

 

Yorioka:

Reina Reed ($1,000)

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