2025 Senior Spotlight

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William Manley Beckwith

William Beckwith will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Eric and Geraldine Beckwith and Marian Dow.

During his high school career, William has been involved in Caribou Tech Center for two years studying Autobody Collision Repair.

His favorite high school memory is the first year he went to Caribou Tech and held a paint gun.

William is most proud of what Mr. Hanson taught him and what he was able to learn at Caribou Tech.

His favorite hobbies are building car radio/sound systems, painting cars and doing body work on cars.

After graduation William plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to pursue a career in owning an Audio Shop/Autobody Customizing Shop.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on William is Mr. Hanson.

William leaves WDHS with this quote: "Burn rubber not your soul."

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Anthony David Churchill

Anthony Churchill will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Richard Churchill and Kendra Brice.

During his high school career, Anthony has been involved in the woodworking club and varsity boys basketball team.

His favorite high school memory is when he went fishing with his friends at Munson Lake in kayaks.

Anthony is most proud of passing high school.

His favorite hobbies are fishing and hunting.

After graduation, Anthony plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to pursue a career in electrical construction.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Anthony is Mr. Hanson.

Anthony leaves WDHS with this quote: "It always seems impossible until it's done" - Nelson Madela

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Alana Marie Cote

Alana Cote will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the child of Jean Cote.

During their high school career, Alana has been involved in yearbook, Band and Presque Isle Tech Center classes in animal science and natural resources.

Their favorite high school memory is when they were pleasantly surprised by Colt Curtis' music taste in Ms. Jones' classroom.

Alana is most proud of making a comeback from their freshman year. Also performing at music cafe twice.

Their favorite hobbies are journaling, studying bugs, making jewelry and singing.

After graduation, Alana plans to attend the University of Maine at Orono to pursue a career in Zoology.

Looking back on their years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Alana is Ms. Trams. Alana's senior year had some free time, which was usually spent in the guidance office chatting with Trams and being assisted with college/scholarship applications. Many meaningful conversations were had, whether about relationships or racism. Ms. Trams always provided a safe and welcoming environment.

Alana leaves WDHS with this quote: "Indifference is dangerous; compassion is essential."

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Hailey Faith Cote

Hailey Cote will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Randy Cote and April Donovan .

During her high school career, Hailey has been involved in Soccer, Volleyball and Softball. She also attended Presque Isle Tech Center Cosmetology Program.

Her favorite high school memory is being involved in high school sports.

Her favorite hobbies are soccer, hiking, fishing and riding dirt bike.

After graduation, Hailey plans to pursue a career in Nursing.

Looking back on her years at WDHS the person that had the biggest impact on her was Ashley Philbrook, she always pushed me through to be my best.

Hailey leaves WDHS with this quote: "Take pride in how far you've come; have faith in how far you can go."

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Colt Alan Curtis

Colt Curtis will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Jeremiah and Jamie McIntosh and Jon and Nancy Curtis.

During his high school career, Colt has been involved in Yearbook, Soccer for 4 years, Volleyball for 4 years, Basketball for 5 years, Baseball for 1 year, Cross Country for 2 years, and Track and Field for 2 years.

His favorite high school memory is when we made it to the Cross Insurance Center!

Colt is most proud of making playoffs for soccer and basketball in the same year.

His favorite hobbies are fishing and basketball.

After graduation, Colt plans to attend the University of Maine at Presque Isle to pursue a career in Physical Therapy.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Colt is Mr. Worcester and Coach Cummings.

Colt leaves WDHS with this quote: "High School goes by fast, make the most of it!"

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Gage Stephen Tatum Espling

Gage Espling will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Amy and Lucas Lacombe and Chris Espling.

During his high school career, Gage has been involved in Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball, Cross Country, School Band/Pep Band and The Crimson Hearts (Rock Band).

His favorite high school memory is when he played soccer.

Gage is most proud of his Sportsmanship Scholarship.

His favorite hobbies are playing sports, video games and playing bass guitar.

After graduation, Gage plans to attend Husson University and pursue a career in Physical Therapy.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Gage is Kelly Hemphill because of her amazing teaching skills, applicable advice and her casual chats. She is always holding you accountable and trying to help you be better when she knows you can if you just apply yourself.

Gage leaves WDHS with this quote: "No matter what you do, people will have something negative to say. So do what you want and be unapologetically yourself."

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Jaiden M. Fitzmaurice

Jaiden Fitzmaurice will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Stacy Munsell and Michael Fitzmaurice.

During his high school career, Jaiden has been involved in yearbook and in the Woodworking Club.

His favorite high school memory is when he went to Boston with the Woodworking Club.

Jaiden is most proud of graduating.

His favorite hobbies are gaming and running.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Jaiden is Anthony Churchill.

Jaiden leaves WDHS with this quote: "You don't know the best moves in chess until the game is over."

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Benjamin Cody Harris

Ben Harris will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Owen and Julia Harris.

During his high school career, Ben has been involved in Baseball and Soccer.

His favorite high school memory is going to Presque Isle Tech Center.

Ben is most proud of when he made the honor roll.

His favorite hobbies are fishing and hunting

Ben plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to pursue a career in Construction.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Ben is himself.

Ben leaves WDHS with this quote: "If you ain't first you're last."

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Mitchell Alexander Hewitt

Mitchell Hewitt will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Roger and Sarah Hewitt.

During his high school career, Mitchell has been involved in Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball, Track and Field, Cross Country, Jazz Band, Chorus, Rock Band, Pep Band, National Honor Society, Woodworking Club and Boy Scouts of America.

His favorite high school memory is when Lance Lunt managed to eat 26 cups of apple sauce during lunch.

Mitchell is most proud of qualifying for All State Chorus.

His favorite hobbies are playing sports, singing and playing guitar.

After graduation, Mitchell plans to attend The University of Southern Maine to pursue a career in Music Education as a Music Teacher.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Mitchell was Mrs. Diette.

Mitchell leaves WDHS with this quote: "Maybe there's nothing, only this moment." - Jaimie Rhoden

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Jenesa Charles Ingraham

Jenesa Ingraham will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Barry Ingraham and Jana Ingraham.

During her high school career, Jenesa has been involved in working at the Washburn Fire Department, Caribou Tech Center Fire Science program, Woodworking Club and volunteering for Camp Invention all four years.

Her favorite high school memory is watching dog videos and Canada's worst drivers in Mr. Molton's class freshman year.

Jenesa is most proud of getting her license.

Her favorite hobby is four wheeling.

After graduation, Jenesa plans to attend Norther Maine Community College to pursue a career in Emergency Medical Services.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Jenesa is Alexis Latronica.

Jenesa leaves WDHS with this quote: "try before you pry."

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Saharah Sunshine Lary

Saharah Lary will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Jesse Lary and Dale Faulkner.

During her high school career, Saharah has been involved in yearbook, sports and working many nights after school.

Her favorite high school memory is when her and Gage ate a whole pepperoni stick in her car.

Saharah is most proud of working towards obtaining her Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate.

Her favorite hobbies are reading and listening to Taylor Swift.

After graduation, Saharah plans to attend Husson Univeristy to pursue a career in Nursing.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Saharah is Mrs. Kelly Hemphill.

Saharah leaves WDHS with this quote: "If you never bleed, you're never gonna grow."

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Clarice Ann Leavitt

Clarice Leavitt will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Leslie Curtis and Ryan Leavitt.

During her high school career Clarice has been involved in Band, Chorus, Presque Isle Tech Center Cosmetology program and yearbook.

Her favorite high school memory is when her class went to Loring Air Force Base with Mrs. Philbrook.

Clarice is most proud of completing high school.

Her favorite hobbies are baking, crocheting and fishing.

After graduation, Clarice plans to attend Empire Beauty School to pursue a career in cosmetology focusing on nails.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Clarice is Mrs. Diette.

Clarice leaves WDHS with this quote: "No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else." - The greatest showman

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Lance Michael Lunt

Lance Lunt will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Patrick and Beth Lunt.

During his high school career, Lance has been involved in Esports and Chorus.

His favorite high school memory is when he competed in Esports.

His favorite hobbies are gaming, singing, and spending time with friends.

After graduation, Lance plans on entering the workforce.

Looking back in his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Lance is his good friend Holly and his teacher Ms. Jones.

Lance leaves WDHS with this quote: "The best way out is always through, and even when it gets hard, push through and achieve your dreams."

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Harlie Rayne Orser

Harlie Orser will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Jesse and Starlett Lary.

During her high school career, Harlie has been involved in Yearbook, Emergency Medical Services and Fire Science at Caribou Tech Center and held a part time job for two and half years.

Her favorite high school memory is when she binge watched the whole H2O series in the back of the library.

Harlie is most proud of passing high school.

Her favorite hobbies are reading, cooking, coloring and watching documentaries.

After graduation, Harlie plans to attend Northern Maine Community College/University of Maine Augusta to pursue a career in Veterinary Technician.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Harlie is Ashley Philbrook.

Harlie leaves WDHS with this quote: "If you believe in yourself, and with a tiny bit of magic, all your dreams can come true." - SpongeBob SquarePants

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Garrett Ramsey Plourde

Garrett Plourde will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Dean Plourde and Heidi.

During his high school career, Garrett has been involved in Soccer, Volleyball, Track and Field and Cross Country all four years and Basketball for five years. He also attended Caribou Tech Center for Criminal Justice.

His favorite high school memory is holding a Celtics Championship Ring.

Garrett is most proud of his sports career.

His favorite hobby is sports.

After graduation, Garrett plans to attend the University of Maine at Presque Isle to pursue a career in Criminal Justice and then Border Patrol.

Looking back on his high school years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Garrett is Kolbie Churchill and Ms. Jones.

Garrett leaves WDHS with this quote: "To be ballin you gotta b-ALL-in."

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Jaiden Elizabeth Prouty

Jaiden Prouty will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Katie Olson and John Prouty.

During her high school career, Jaiden has been involved in The National Honor Society, Volleyball, Yearbook, Skills USA, Track and Field, Varsity Club and managing Varsity Soccer.

She currently attends Caribou Tech Center in the Emergency Medical Technician program. She completed Health and Medical Sciences in her junior year, earning her Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.

Her favorite high school memory has been doing publishing all through high school.

Jaiden is most proud of being able to persevere through all the challenges that have come her way.

Her favorite hobbies are skiing, going for drives, and spending time with family and friends.

After graduation, Jaiden plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to pursue a career in nursing.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Jaiden is Kolbie Churchill. Kolbie has made the biggest impact on me by always pushing me to be the best version of myself. Through her overwhelming amounts of support and perseverance, she has really made an everlasting impression on me during my high school career.

Jaiden leaves WDHS with this quote: "You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending." - C.S. Lewis

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Jaici Rae Rosi-Carney

Jaici Rosi-Carney will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Justin and Alisa Rosi-Carney.

During her high school career, Jaici has been involved in various sports including; Softball, Basketball, Track and Field, Cross Country, Volleyball and Soccer. She also was a sports editor for the yearbook.

Her favorite high school memory is being involved in high school sports and becoming more than just friends with her teammates but becoming family!

Jaici is most proud of her academic achievements and the memories and friendships made throughout high school.

Her favorite hobbies include hiking, playing soccer, four-wheeling and skiing.

After graduation, Jaici plans to attend Eastern Maine Community College to pursue a career in Criminal Justice.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Jaici is Haily Campbell.

Jaici leaves WDHS with this quote: "You don't realize the chapter you are living in until it's the very last time you will ever get to live in it."

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Isaac Robert Sines

Isaac Sines will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Robert Sines and Sarah Sines.

During his high school career, Isaac has been involved in Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball, Woodworking Club and Jazz Band.

His favorite high school memory is when Mr. P. called him "Yoder" all year because someone said he looked Amish.

Isaac is most proud of maintaining a 4.0 GPA throughout high school.

His favorite hobbies are sports, fishing, hunting and listening to music.

After graduation, Isaac plans to attend Colby College to pursue Law.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Isaac is Mrs. Kelly Hemphill because she taught him how to do math and how to be a better person.

Isaac leaves WDHS with this quote: "Obla Dee Obla Dah Life Goes On” - The Beatles


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Sarah Ann Skidgel

Sarah Skidgel will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Christopher Skidgel and Ashley Churchill.

During her high school career, Sarah has been involved in Presque Isle Tech Center Cosmetology program, Yearbook, Girls Varsity Soccer manager, Varsity Club.

Her favorite high school memory is when we went to Loring Air Force Base.

Sarah is most proud of the friendships she has built going to WDHS.

Her favorite hobbies are skiing, spending time with friends/family, going for drives with friends and camping.

After graduation, Sarah plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to pursue a career in Nursing.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Sarah is Kolbie Churchill and Mr. Worcester.

Sarah leaves WDHS with this quote: "You don't realize the chapter you are living in until it's the very last time you will ever get to live in it." - Senior Year

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Kianna Alice St. Jean

Kianna St. Jean will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Mike and Kathy St. Jean.

Her favorite high school memory is when Amy and I made butter fly across the room, getting to spend time with my sister and making friends.

Kianna is most proud of participating in the Special Olympics.

Her favorite hobbies are doing puzzles, spending time with family, coloring and listening to music.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Kianna is Ms. Amy.

Kianna leaves WDHS with this quote: "Always remember to laugh and have fun. I didn't do it."

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Brynna Belle Tracy

Brynna Tracy will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Preston and Crissy Tracy.

During her high school career, Brynna has been involved in the Culinary Arts Program at Caribou Tech Center.

Her favorite high school memory is when she baked a cake with Abby.

Brynna is most proud of going to the Culinary Arts Program.

Her favorite hobbies are baking, drawing, video games and reading.

Looking back on her years at WDHS the person that had the biggest impact on Brynna is Ms. Sebold.

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Madison Ann Wilcox

Madison Wilcox will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn High School and is the daughter of Mitchell Wilcox and Chesley Baechle.

During her high school career, Madison has been involved in the Woodworking Club as well as the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Caribou Techn Center.

Her favorite high school memory is when she took Criminal Research, and we watched crime documentaries and games.

Madison is most proud of graduating.

Her favorite hobbies are hanging out with friends and traveling.

After graduation, Madison plans to continue working, but is looking into enrolling in the Licensed Practical Nursing program at Norther Maine Community College.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Madison is Ms. Jones.

Madison leaves WDHS with this quote: "Don't worry about the things you can't control."

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Brayden Adam Worsley

Brayden Worsley will be a 2026 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Adam and Jamie Worsley.

During his high school career, Brayden has been involved in Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball all four years as well as the Welding and Metal Fabrication program at the Caribou Tech Center.

His favorite high school memory is when he broke Mr. Cummings' ankles with a simple jab step.

Brayden is most proud of getting Student of the Quarter at the Caribou Technology Center for the Welding program.

His favorite hobbies are hunting, fishing, welding and sports.

After graduation, Brayden plans to pursue a career in Border Patrol.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Brayden is Mr. Hanson, because I enjoyed his classes. He taught me practical skills that I will use in my future.

Brayden leaves WDHS with this quote: "If welding fumes could cause memory loss, just imagine what welding fumes could do."