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The Student News Site Of Central Kitsap High School

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Ellie Larsen Staff Profile

Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor

Senior Ellie Larsen, originally joined Journalism as a Sophomore looking for her own niche. As part of the leadership team she enjoys developing relationships with and motivating individual staff members. As a writer Larsen loves breaking news and investigative writing, the rush of the tight deadline is what she came into the program looking for. Holding the Position of Assistant Editor the past two years, Larsen is able to find the perfect balance between her love of writing and developing relationships with the staff. Outside of her Journalism commitments, Larsen has been a part of STOP Club, holding the positions of Vice President and President before ultimately deciding to abolish leadership positions. She is a passionate advocate and environmentalist, she hopes to raise further awareness to those issues through her writing with The Cougar Chronicle. After high school, Larsen has considered a career in Journalism but has not decided yet. Either way Journalism will continue to have an impact on her college experience whether it’s writing for her college newspaper or going into Journalism.

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ASB members practice for the TOLO lip sync battle, in the CKHS gym.

Meet the 2023-2024 Executive ASB

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
May 31, 2023

ASB members practice for the TOLO lip sync battle, in the CKHS gym.

Addison Reynolds and Lauren Yee skim over a recently acquired Figments Magazine

Figment’s Magazine Debuts Second Edition at ‘Fig-Fest’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
May 31, 2023

May 24, 2023, Central Kitsap High School students and community members gathered to celebrate the debut of the second edition of Figments Magazine, and the hard work of the Literature and Arts Club throughout...

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Community members gather around discussing art pieces in the art walk.

‘Just Keep Your Eyes’ on the Art: AP Studio Students Display Their Work From the 2022-2023 School Year

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
May 16, 2023

On May 4, 2023, a classical cover of “Shut Up and Dance” circulates around room 4018, around the people, around the artwork that is arranged contrastingly with black tablecloths that litter the classroom...

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"PORTALS" by Melanie Martinez's official album cover, featuring a dark fairy-core aesthetic.

Review: Melanie Martinez’s ‘PORTALS’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
May 4, 2023

Melanie Martinez’s third album “PORTALS'' released March 31, 2023 with “PORTALS (Deluxe)” following on April 5, 2023. This is Martinez’s final album following the narrative story of “Crybaby,”...

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Lauren Heidt (right), Abi Lundblad (center), and Hani Mai Elopre Thesenga (left) dance in front of the sophmore section of the crowd

CKHS Students in Sync

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
March 30, 2023

March 17th, 2023 Central Kitsap High School held the first TOLO lip sync battle in the new building, TOLO previously being replaced with “CK Night,” inspired by Olympic High School’s yearly “Oly...

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Nadine Dockendorf struts forward as her backup dancers follow behind her

Nadine Dockendorf struts forward as her backup dancers follow behind her

Nadine Dockendorf welcomes Zavion Stringer as Drake onto the “stage”

Nadine Dockendorf welcomes Zavion Stringer as Drake onto the “stage”

Lauren Heidt takes selfie with her class as Abi Lundblad poses with their “24K Magic” sign

Lauren Heidt takes selfie with her class as Abi Lundblad poses with their “24K Magic” sign

Class of 2026 student dances along to Drake while sporting a Drake Shirt

Class of 2026 student dances along to Drake while sporting a Drake Shirt

Class of 2026 student embodies Drake as they lip sync along to their song

Class of 2026 student embodies Drake as they lip sync along to their song

Gabrielle Dockendorf weaves through the gym in her blue car as the rest of the class of 2026 continues their performance

Gabrielle Dockendorf weaves through the gym in her blue car as the rest of the class of 2026 continues their performance

Nadine Dockendorf sings her heart out as Rihanna

Nadine Dockendorf sings her heart out as Rihanna

Christan Allagones (foreground) and others entertain the crowd during their recreation of the Super Bowl halftime show

Christan Allagones (foreground) and others entertain the crowd during their recreation of the Super Bowl halftime show

Nadine Dockendorf (shown in red) as Rihanna leading her “backup dancers”

Nadine Dockendorf (shown in red) as Rihanna leading her “backup dancers”

Ladies of the sophomore class support their very own Sharpay Evans, played by Annabelle Havers.

Ladies of the sophomore class support their very own Sharpay Evans, played by Annabelle Havers.

The performers of the class of 2023 hype of the crowd, post their recreation of the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.

The performers of the class of 2023 hype of the crowd, post their recreation of the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show.

JJ Martinson gets ready to take a hit as the lyrics “Hey, batter, batter, hey, batter, batter, swing” blaze through the speakers.

JJ Martinson gets ready to take a hit as the lyrics “Hey, batter, batter, hey, batter, batter, swing” blaze through the speakers.

Hani Mai Elopre Thesenga (front right), Eleeyse Greenlaw (front left), and Ady Kolbas (background) sporting their 24K hats.

Hani Mai Elopre Thesenga (front right), Eleeyse Greenlaw (front left), and Ady Kolbas (background) sporting their 24K hats.

Hani Mai Elopre Thesenga (front center), Mya Wiley (back left), and Ady Kolbas (back right).

Hani Mai Elopre Thesenga (front center), Mya Wiley (back left), and Ady Kolbas (back right)

Eleeyse Greenlaw embodying Bruno Mars during the junior’s mash up performance of “24K Magic”

Eleeyse Greenlaw embodying Bruno Mars during the junior’s mash up performance of “24K Magic”

Kate Lawrence descends down the stairs of the bleachers while lip syncing along to her part of the song, as Gabriella Montez.

Kate Lawrence descends down the stairs of the bleachers while lip syncing along to her part of the song, as Gabriella Montez.

Halsey Schuette channeling his inner Troy Bolton, sporting the signature red and white shirt featured in “High School Musical”

Halsey Schuette channeling his inner Troy Bolton, sporting the signature red and white shirt featured in “High School Musical”

Students at the KItsap Youth Rally closing ceremony dancing to live music provided by West Sound Academy.

“Who Has The Power To Save The World: We Do!”

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
March 26, 2023

Students from thirteen local high schools and social groups gathered at Olympic College on March 24, 2023 to participate in the first Kitsap Youth Rally to be held in the last few years. Youth had the...

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Gracie Abrams's "Good Riddance?" cover art. shows Abrams' shot in black and white

Review: ‘Good Riddance’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
March 16, 2023

Gracie Abrams herself, at a fan meetup in London, asked that fans listen to the album in order, with headphones on. I did exactly that. Listening with headphones is the best advice that I could have been...

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Students prepare for the first day of auditions.

[Photo] CKHS Drama Team Announces ‘Legally Blonde’ Cast and Crew

by Adrie Starkenburg
March 1, 2023

Students prepare for the first day of auditions.

Robyn

[Photo] Robyn Fancher

February 21, 2023

Vinnie Soros Staff Profile

Vinnie Soros Staff Profile

M Carter Staff Profile

M Carter Staff Profile

Emma and Abi Lundblad sharing a moment after girls basketball secures their win

Feature: Abi Lundblad Feels Supported By Team

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
February 7, 2023

Walking into the Central Kitsap High School Gym, sounds of galvanized screams can be heard coming from all directions. A voice is heard from amongst the packed student section. Emma Lundblad can distinctly...

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Gracie Luk walking away from her Strike, while her teammates cheer her on with their iconic “two baddies two baddies one porsche” cheer.

CK Girls Varsity Bowling Heads to State After an Undefeated Season

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
January 31, 2023

Central Kitsap High School girls’ bowling claimed third at West Central District’s at Paradise Lanes located in Tacoma, Washington. Post district CKHS Bowling is state bound, playing at Bowlero in...

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Gracie Abrams's "Good Riddance?" cover art. shows Abrams' shot in black and white

Review: ‘Where do we go now?’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
January 17, 2023

Gracie Abrams' music often depicts mental health struggles like depression, body image, and anxiety. The meanings of these songs are very subtle, so that one may not pick up upon them on the first...

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C-Team member in action at All Star Lanes, Friday night.

“That’s The Way Our Ladies Bowl!”

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
December 9, 2022

Everyday after school lets out, All Stars Lanes is filled with cheering teammates and the iconic chants of the Central Kitsap Bowling Team. Holding practices everyday during the school week except...

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To start off the 2022-2023 school year, a polaroid 1989 style with my favorite Swiftie and fellow Cougar Chronicle reporter.

[Photo] Adrie’s Beats of the Week [Vault Edition]: Taylor Swift ‘You Are in Love’

by Adrie Starkenburg, Copy Editor
October 2, 2022

To start off the 2022-2023 school year, a polaroid 1989 style with my favorite Swiftie and fellow Cougar Chronicle reporter.

Participants and contributors smile with a sign that reads "Black Education Matters" at the walkout.

CKHS Students Hold Walkout

by Rosalie Johnson and Ellie Larsen
February 14, 2022

Around 1 p.m. on February 13 2022 an announcement of a “CKHS [Central Kitsap High School] Walkout” circulated Central Kitsap’s social media accounts.  “CKHS continues to allow staff and students...

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KLCC members pose for a group photo

What’s KLCC?

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
January 28, 2022

Footsteps echo as you walk down an empty hallway on the third floor just after the majority of students have retreated downstairs. School has just barely ended but the hallways are already almost empty....

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Basset publicizes his new EP via Twitter

Opinion: Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett drama resurfaces following the release of ‘Crisis / Secret / Set Me Free’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
December 10, 2021

May 21st, 2021. Olivia Rodrigo released her debut album “SOUR”. The album quickly rose to the top of the charts and broke the global Spotify record for the biggest opening week for an album by a female...

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CKHS students studying in the commons after school

CKHS week in photos (11/23 – 11/29)

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
December 6, 2021

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Review: ‘Framing Britney Spears’

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
May 21, 2021

“Framing Britney Spears” is a documentary produced by The New York Times released earlier this year on February 5. The film provides insight into her career and legal battles, as well as providing...

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March 10th School Board Study Session/Meeting and Student Forum Recap

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
March 12, 2021

The return to in-person learning, phase 5 reentry, and the second season of sports were all topics tackled at Central Kitsap School District’s school board study session and regular meeting on Wednesday,...

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Tracy Kolhbeck and her husband at the Equator last year

Feature: Getting To Know Tracy Kolhbeck

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
February 2, 2021

Tracy Kolhbeck is one of our wonderful library clerks at Central Kitsap High School, along with Nichole Fisher.  Kolhbeck has been working for CKHS since 2006, taking a four year break in 2012 and...

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Troubled Blood by J.K. Rowling published under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.

Opinion: J.K Rowling’s Controversial Tweets and New Book

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
January 22, 2021

In September of last year, J.K Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, published Troubled Blood under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. The fifth Cormoran Strike crime novel has raised some outcries...

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STOP club logo, designed by Sarah Ross.

The Survivors Support Through Outreach and Prevention Club

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
January 21, 2021

The Survivors Support Through Outreach Prevention Club, or STOP Club, is a newly founded club at Central Kitsap High School. The main goal of the club is to support survivors and raise awareness about...

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Katrina Shoemaker, CKHS sophomore

Mental Health and The Pandemic

by Ellie Larsen, Reporter, Assistant Editor
November 3, 2020

The Coronavirus pandemic and the isolation that has come with it has negatively affected many, particularly teens. Between the stress of schoolwork and obligations outside of school, it can get pretty...

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Live Coverage of the 2020 Presidential Election

by Jessica Gordon, Ellie Larsen, Leanna Fitzgerald, Delaney McCorkle, Olivia Miller, and Rosalie Johnson
November 3, 2020

As the 2020 Presidential Election approaches with candidates Donald Trump (R) and Joseph Biden (D), the Cougar Chronicle strives to provide live coverage on the whereabouts of the candidates alongside...

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