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Ashton Smith: Finding a voice and discovering confidence

May 18, 2026

Ashton Smith of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of overcoming adversity.

Royal Charles: Personifying Purdy grit

May 18, 2026

Royal Charles of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of athletics.

Michael Masini: Leading on and off the court

May 18, 2026

Michael Masini of Gig Harbor High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of athletics.

Karin Heikkila: On top of her game in two sports

May 18, 2026

Karin Heikkila of Gig Harbor High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of athletics.

Ben Ciaccio: World-ranked sprint canoe athlete

May 18, 2026

Ben Ciaccio of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of athletics.

Alexa Apostol: Finding real strength

May 18, 2026

Alexa Apostol of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of athletics.

Gwendoline Via: Sketching a future in the arts

May 18, 2026

Gwendoline Via of Gig Harbor High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of music, arts and drama.

Cali Dooley: Pushing herself out of her comfort zone

May 18, 2026

Cali Dooley of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of music, arts and drama.

Henry Glore: Finding an outlet through songwriting

May 18, 2026

Henry Glore of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of music, arts and drama.

Bonnie Dalby: Exploring art through music, theater and cosplay design

May 18, 2026

Bonnie Dalby of Peninsula High School is a 2026 Student of Distinction in the category of music, arts and drama.