The Student News Site Of Central Kitsap High School

Cougar Chronicle
The Student News Site Of Central Kitsap High School

Cougar Chronicle
The Student News Site Of Central Kitsap High School

Cougar Chronicle
Dani Crossen

Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief

Dani Crossen is the editor-in-chief of The Cougar Chronicle and is continuing her fourth year in the journalism program. Last school year, Crossen was awarded Best of SNO for her feature story about therapy dogs, and the year before that, she was awarded Superior in the WJEA Team Project category for her story about HOSA’s community impact. Before the end of her senior year, Crossen plans to host a session about AI at the National Journalism Conference, as well as creating a portfolio full of her best work for the Journalist of the Year scholarship. 

All content by Dani Crossen
A student attending the National College Fair in Seattle connects with a college representative during the event.

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....

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Students within the Independent Living Skills Class level out dirt for their garden bed. (Provided by Bridget Hardiman)

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...

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JV player Leah Ngo (#7) guards C-team player Jocelyn Bellon (#5) as she passes the ball to a teammate.

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....

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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

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Members of the Esports club play a match of Super Smash Bros Ultimate during Maze Day.

Get a Glimpse at 27 Extracurriculars CKHS has to Offer

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

 

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CKHS HOSA Club Prepares Staff and Students for Future Emergencies

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

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Students Showcase Creativity Through Annual Variety Show

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

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[Video] New Advisory Changes Perpetuates Freedom Throughout CKHS

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

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

[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.

(Left to right) Haley Borja, Aziza Meyer, Claire Herring, Taylor Palmer, and Ava Day sit at their assigned seats during the signing event.

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....

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Softball athlete Ava Day signs Seattle Universities' recruitment paper.

[Photo] Student Athletes Share their Excitement and Greatest Accomplishments

March 7, 2025

Softball athlete Ava Day signs Seattle Universities' recruitment paper.

Cirillo blocking a student as they try to throw a dodgeball at the opposing team.

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...

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Whisper the therapy dog listening to the story being read to her during the "Read to a Dog" event at the Kitsap Regional Library in Silverdale.

No Need to Whisper When Reading to Whisper the Dog

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2024

As families enter the Kitsap Regional Library, their children rush to the conference room to check in. With kids from all ages browsing the selection of books available before picking one and settling...

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Chris Reykdal (Close) and David Olson (Far) standing at the podiums during the 2024 Superintendent of Public Instruction debate.

Overview of the Reykdal-Olson Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Debate

by Dani Crossen and Jacek Rovira
October 9, 2024

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Maddie Johnson (right) paints the principal of CKHS' face, Alex Chertok (left), during the Tailgate.

Photo Gallery: CKHS Hosts Annual Tailgate Showcasing Clubs

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
September 11, 2024

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Sophomore ASB representatives Reese Albin and Lucas Smith hyping up the crowd with Cirillo during the class introduction.

Photo Gallery: CKHS’ Back to School Pep Assembly

by Dani Crossen, Editor-in-Chief
September 8, 2024

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