Dani Crossen

Diversity Report – Quarter Four

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
June 9, 2026

Content Published Website During the year, each reporter is expected to write two stories for each category shown below, with some exceptions surrounding videos, podcasts, and photo galleries. This quarter,...

[Photo] Climate Change is no Longer a Thing of the Future

by Jason Hooper, Reporter
June 4, 2026

Penguins are seen on a rock as scientists investigate the impact of climate change on Antarctica's penguin colonies, on the eastern side of the Antarctic peninsula, Antarctica January 16, 2022. Picture...

Paving the Way to Adulthood Through Preparation and Passion

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2026

Around Kitsap County, a variety of adolescents ages five to 18 are involved with 4-H, the largest national youth organization whose focus is to teach developmental skills through targeted hands-on learning....

Opinion: Ranking School Lunches

by Jason Hooper and Dani Crossen
May 26, 2026

Pediatric Rehabilitation Center’s Closure Impacts Families Around Kitsap County

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
May 21, 2026

On April 24, St. Michael’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Center officially closed its doors, sending around 250 children and their families to search for other services within the area. Prior to the closure,...

Diversity Report: Quarter Three

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2026

Content Published Website During the year, each reporter is expected to write two stories for each category shown below, with some exceptions surrounding videos, podcasts, and photo galleries. This quarter,...

Figments Magazine Club Fosters Artistic Creativity Among Students

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
April 10, 2026

This story was published on both The Cougar Chronicle and the KUGR Broadcast for widen audience reach.

Annual Kitsap Youth Rally for Human Rights Promotes Individualism

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2026

Inside Olympic College on Mar. 24, student groups from 13 high schools in the county gathered for the Kitsap Youth Rally, an event centered to promote discussions on injustices in the community. Following...

Students Protest ICE, Marching a Mile Through Wind and Rain

by Dani Crossen and Truman Hammond
March 12, 2026

Down the street of Silverdale Way on Mar. 11, students pushed through the rain, soaked with the desire to initiate change in their community. As the wind whistled past the signs of protesters, car horns...

New Bill Adds Sales Tax to Presentations, Posing Questions for Nonprofits

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2026

The Engrossed Substitute Bill 5814 introduces advertising or security services, temporary staffing, technology training, website or software development, and live presentations as retail sales subject...

Guiding Students Towards Life After High School

by Amanda Repine and Dani Crossen
October 31, 2025

With a personalized schedule in hand, hundreds of students navigated through the commons and classrooms of Central Kitsap High School, interacting with college representatives from across the west coast....

Girls Varsity Volleyball Serves Mount Tahoma High School a Quick Loss

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2025

Fans' cheers boomed from the sidelines, echoing across the gymnasium as the names of girls on Central Kitsap High School’s varsity volleyball team were called. Forming a line on each side of the net,...

National College Fair Prepares Juniors and Seniors for Higher Education

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2025

On October 17, at 9 a.m., the Seattle Convention Center opened its doors, allowing hundreds of students into the National College Fair, hosted by the National Association for College Admissions Counseling....

Planting Deep Experiences Through Future On-Campus Garden

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2025

Last school year, the Independent Living Skills Class, advised by special education teacher Bridget Hardiman, maintained a small garden outside the school, which provided students with a hands-on learning...

Girls Soccer uses Unexpected Setback to their Advantage

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2025

On Sept. 18, Central Kitsap High School’s JV girls soccer team was scheduled to face Capital High School at 5 p.m., however, the game was canceled due to a lack of players on the opposing team’s side....

Photo Gallery: Students Celebrate the Beginning of the 2025-2026 School Year with a Pep-Assembly

by Amy Ngo and Dani Crossen
September 8, 2025

Get a Glimpse at 27 Extracurriculars CKHS has to Offer

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2025

CKHS HOSA Club Prepares Staff and Students for Future Emergencies

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2025

Students Showcase Creativity Through Annual Variety Show

by Cypress Cowley, Jacek Rovira, Dani Crossen, and Amy Ngo
May 7, 2025

[Video] New Advisory Changes Perpetuates Freedom Throughout CKHS

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2025

[Photo] Benefits and Opportunities that Internships Provided for Students

by Kai Daly, Reporter
March 14, 2025

A CKHS student grabs an internship card from outside of the counseling office.

College Recruited Athletes Gather in the Main Gym for a Celebration

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2025

Doors to the main gym opened wide on March 6 at 2:00 p.m, welcoming in families, friends, coaches, and athletes to celebrate the accomplishments of five female athletes from Central Kitsap High School....

[Photo] Student Athletes Share their Excitement and Greatest Accomplishments

March 7, 2025

Softball athlete Ava Day signs Seattle Universities' recruitment paper.

Photo Gallery: Staff Vs. Student Dodgeball Tradition Continues

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2024

On Dec. 17, CKHS staff and students faced off in a competitive dodgeball tournament during advisory, heightening school spirit as they competed. The first round of dodgeball started off strong, with seniors...