Ashley Repine

Review: ‘Wings of Starlight,’ a Tragically Romantic Tale

by Ashley Repine and Samuel Campagna
May 19, 2026

Opinion: As Young Adult Fiction Targets Adults, Teens Face the Consequences

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
May 13, 2026

The genre of young adult [YA] is marketed for late tweens to teens. This label sets a boundary, but many recent YA titles have crossed it. Authors include expressive explicit sex, strong profanity, and...

Multi-School Jazz Event Unites Student Musicians and Community

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
May 7, 2026

On May 5, Ridgetop, Fairview, Klahowya, and Central Kitsap Middle School came together at the CKMS campus courtyard to hold a free Jazz Band and Choir concert. Students who performed in the multi-school...

Central Kitsap High School’s Senior Prom 2026

by Ashley Repine, Amy Ngo, Truman Hammond, and Jason Hooper
May 5, 2026

Faith, Friends, and Fun: Inside a Growing Youth Group

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
April 23, 2026

On Sunday nights, high school and middle school students meet up at Gracepoint Church for youth groups to play games and talk openly about questions about their faith. Church leaders say it's designed...

Trix Bruce Storytelling Event Brings Deaf Culture and Visual Communication to Central Kitsap Community

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
April 22, 2026

On April 17th at 7 p.m., some students and families attend an ASL event at the Central Kitsap High School's Performing Arts Center, which was organized to give people exposure to visual language and deaf...

Cover to Cover: A Crown that Cuts Deeper than a Sword

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
February 24, 2026

“Crowntide” by Alex Aster, published on Dec. 2, is the fourth book in the “Lightlark” saga and continues the magical journey that captivates Young Adult fantasy readers. The book blends romance,...

Figment Magazine Hosts After School Watercolor Workshop

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
January 27, 2026

On Monday, January 26th, after school students gathered for a dragonfly watercolor painting workshop, hosted by Figments Magazine. The event was open to students of all experience levels and took place...

Suburban Sip Brings Dirty Soda Culture to the Community

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
January 26, 2026

After moving from Texas, Amy and Jeremy Cribbs noticed something missing from the Kitsap County community; a fun, social shop centered around dirty soda drinks and community relationships. That observation...

Cover to Cover: Two Sides of a Curse Inside Alex Aster’s ‘Oro and Grim’

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
January 14, 2026

“Oro and Grim" by Alex Aster was published on September 30, and has already sold over 10 million copies to both young adult and adult readers. “Oro and Grim” is the first novella to the “Lightlark”...

Cover to Cover: ‘Frostblood,’ a Battle of Fire and Ice

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
December 12, 2025

“Frostblood” by Elly Blake was published in January of 2017 and instantly drew young adult fantasy readers in with its vivid world building, elemental magic, and unexpected love. The novel blends action,...

Review: ‘Unhallowed Halls’ Inside the School Where Darkness Rules

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
October 10, 2025

“Unhallowed Halls” by Lili Wilkinson was published in February and has captivated young adult readers with the brilliant writing and plot. Wilkinson's writing was dazzling, how she would describe the...

Central Kitsap Cougars End the Game with a Loss Against the South Kitsap Wolves

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
September 21, 2025

On September 19, The Central Kitsap Varsity Cougars went up against The South Kitsap Wolves. With both teams bringing their all, CKHS ultimately ended the game with a loss of 29-12. In preparation...

Photo Gallery: Maze Day 2025-2026

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
September 8, 2025

Home Meets Hallway: School Life Mixed with Family Connection

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
June 10, 2025

For some teachers, they see school as a place to work, while to others, it's their second home. Central Kitsap High School is filled with all kinds of connections, including students whose parents work...

[Video] CKHS Senior Prom 2025

by Amanda Repine, Justin Majette, Ashley Repine, and Irelynn Smalley
June 6, 2025

Video Credit: Amanda Repine: Video Editor, Reporter Justin Majette: Reporter Ashley Repine: Cameraman Irelynn Smalley: Cameraman

Review: ‘Wisteria,’ a Spellbinding Finale to the ‘Belladonna’ Trilogy

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
June 5, 2025

“Wisteria” by Adalyn Grace is a captivating fantasy novel with a world of magic, complex relationships, and a fiercely determined heroine. Carefully crafted, Grace introduced readers to a world where...

Review: Dive into ‘Royal Heirs Academy’ by Lindsey Duga, a Royal Masterpiece

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
June 4, 2025

“Royal Heirs Academy” by Lindsay Duga came out on Jan. 7 and already is captivating readers with the brilliant wording and excellent imagery within characters. This book has incredibly creative...

Review: ‘Fearless’ Dives into Defiance While Delivering Heart Pounding Action

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
June 3, 2025

“Fearless” by Lauren Roberts is the third book in the New York Times best seller “Powerless” series. “Fearless” was published on April 8 and carries off where we leave off in “Reckless,”...

Celebrating Irish American Heritage Month by Honoring History and Culture

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
March 31, 2025

Irish American Heritage Month is a commonly overlooked celebration because it tends to get overshadowed by St. Patrick's Day. Established in 1991 by the U.S. Congress, Irish American Heritage Month represents...

Review: The Thrilling Magic of Alex Aster’s ‘SkyShade’

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
January 8, 2025

“Skyshade” by Alex Aster is the third book in the Lightlark series. With the first book in the series being "Lightlark" featuring Isla, the main character and her troubles during the continental. The...

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Cover of the thrilling magical adventure that is Alex Aster's "Skyshade"

Review: ‘Under the Surface’

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
October 6, 2024

The book “Under the Surface” by Diana Urban takes place in Paris, where the main character, Ruby, is on a senior class trip with her friends. They record videos exploring many famous places for her...

CKHS Battle of Bucklin Hill Game

by Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager
October 2, 2024

On Friday, Sept. 13, tensions were high as varsity football teams, the Central Kitsap Cougars and Olympic Trojans, faced off for the "Battle of the Bucklin Hill." The Battle of Bucklin Hill is a football...

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Ashley Repine, Social Media Manager

Review: ‘Wings of Starlight,’ a Tragically Romantic Tale

Opinion: As Young Adult Fiction Targets Adults, Teens Face the Consequences

Multi-School Jazz Event Unites Student Musicians and Community

Central Kitsap High School’s Senior Prom 2026

Faith, Friends, and Fun: Inside a Growing Youth Group

Trix Bruce Storytelling Event Brings Deaf Culture and Visual Communication to Central Kitsap Community

Cover to Cover: A Crown that Cuts Deeper than a Sword

Figment Magazine Hosts After School Watercolor Workshop

Suburban Sip Brings Dirty Soda Culture to the Community

Cover to Cover: Two Sides of a Curse Inside Alex Aster’s ‘Oro and Grim’

Cover to Cover: ‘Frostblood,’ a Battle of Fire and Ice

Review: ‘Unhallowed Halls’ Inside the School Where Darkness Rules

Central Kitsap Cougars End the Game with a Loss Against the South Kitsap Wolves

Photo Gallery: Maze Day 2025-2026

Home Meets Hallway: School Life Mixed with Family Connection

[Video] CKHS Senior Prom 2025

Review: ‘Wisteria,’ a Spellbinding Finale to the ‘Belladonna’ Trilogy

Review: Dive into ‘Royal Heirs Academy’ by Lindsey Duga, a Royal Masterpiece

Review: ‘Fearless’ Dives into Defiance While Delivering Heart Pounding Action

Celebrating Irish American Heritage Month by Honoring History and Culture

Review: The Thrilling Magic of Alex Aster’s ‘SkyShade’

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Review: ‘Under the Surface’

CKHS Battle of Bucklin Hill Game

Cougar Chronicle