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Boys soccer and lacrosse teams claim state titles
By Eric Ormseth, Reporter and Eleanor Yarkin, Reporter
Despite Vashon’s small population compared to its competitors, two Island sports teams have proven to be fierce competition, dominating throughout the spring season. This year, the boys soccer team and the boys lacrosse team won state championships.
Boys Soccer
For the first time in their history, the high school’s boys soccer team claimed the 1A State Championship title after a victorious game on May 25. The team played against Winlock/Toledo United and won with a score of 3-1.
“It’s unbelievable,” head coach Benjamin Bork said. “Sometimes I still can’t believe it happened. It is such a high bar to reach, and we [reached it].”
After finishing first in both the Nisqually league and district play last year, the team expected to do well. Leading up to the final game, the team was focused and confident.
“We couldn’t be scared,” junior Jeremiah Bogaard said. “We had control of the game.”...Read More
Baron to resign in June
By Mari Kanagy, Publishing Editor
As the school year is coming to a close, so is assistant principal Alanah Baron’s work with the district. After three years in the position, Baron is moving on to become an assistant principal at Skyline High School in Sammamish, Washington.
Baron announced her resignation to administrators on Monday, May 13. Later that day, principal Danny Rock sent out a staff-wide email announcing that she would be leaving the district next year.
“Moving to a bigger school and a bigger district is part of my own trajectory in terms of my career path,” Baron said. “I’m moving to a...Read More
Softball field renamed to commemorate Rochelle Munger
Aidan Janssen, Reporter & Designer
Elementary school physical education school can be a difficult class to lead, as teachers must instruct students about their bodies while simultaneously finding fun ways to keep the same kids active. On Vashon, grade after grade of students fondly remembers their own PE teacher, Rochelle Munger, for the energy and compassion she to brought to class...Read More
Valedictorian Q&A
By Mari Kanagy, Publishing Editor
With graduation rapidly approaching, schools across the country will be celebrating the achievements of their students, with special recognition given to students of high academic standing. Vashon has a reputation for high performance, with the graduating class often having two valedictorians...Read More
Vashon dancers leap into spring productions
By Milo Carr, Reporter, & Savannah Butcher, Reporter
As summer approaches, Vashon Island’s two most prominent dance companies, Blue Heron and Vashon Dance Academy, are preparing for their respective performances. The island community routinely turns out in high numbers to watch the shows, rewarding the dancers’ long-term commitment.
This year, Vashon Dance Academy (VDA) is performing “The Wizard of Oz.” Freshman Isa Sanson-Frey and junior Gwynne Valencia will be alternating leads, sharing the role...Read More