2025 Senior Spotlight

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Isabelle Claire Allen

Isabelle Allen will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Nathen and Mary Allen.

During her high school career, Izzy has been involved in the National Honor Society, varsity soccer, varsity basketball, cross country, track and field, volleyball, varsity club, yearbook editor, and yearbook sales.

Izzy is most proud of receiving the Maine Principal's Award.

Her favorite hobbies are soccer, tubing, painting mini canvases, and baking.

After graduation, Isabelle plans to attend the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Isabelle is Kolbie Churchill. Kolbie has made the biggest impact on me by constantly pushing me to be my best, and through her support and encouragement. Her kindness, honesty, and genuine friendship have helped me grow into a stronger and more confident person. I have known Kolbie since I was a little girl, and she has always been someone I look up to. She has always had my back since that time, and I am so grateful to have had her by my side through it all.

Izzy leaves WDHS with this quote: "Don't be afraid to be different. Your unique style is what makes you a star player."


Hunter

Hunter Lee Campbell

Hunter Campbell will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Robert and Jana Campbell.

His favorite high school memory is playing under the lights in soccer.

Hunter is most proud of earning his American Welding Society certification.

His favorite hobbies are fishing, welding, and working on stuff.

After graduation, Hunter plans to go to Northern Maine Community College and hopes to pursue a career in welding.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the people who had the biggest impact on Hunter are his classmates. "When I am at my lowest, they are there to help me up."

Hunter leaves WDHS with this quote: "For nothing will be impossible with God." - Luke 1:37

Madisyn

Madisyn Isabella Coy

Madisyn Coy will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Paul and Kate Coy.

During her high school career, Maddie has been involved in taking her education to the next level by completing a work-study program and taking college classes.

Her favorite high school memory was traveling all over Japan for ROTC and sporting events.

Madisyn is most proud of her Nursing Assistant License.

Her favorite hobbies are leaving the state and going shopping with Brooklyn W.

After graduation, Madisyn plans to become an emergency room nurse and enlist as an officer in the Army.

Looking back on her high school years, the person who had the biggest impact on Madisyn is Master Sergeant Kramer, who encouraged her to pursue a career in the military.

Madisyn leaves WDHS with this quote: "You've got a job to do, you do it." - Chuck Yeager

Logan

Logan Marie Curtis

Logan Curtis will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of Jeremiah and Jamie McIntosh and Jon and Nancy Curtis.

During her high school career, Logan has been involved in Varsity Soccer, Varsity Basketball, Managing Cross Country, is a member of The National Honor Society, spent summers at Camp Nomacca and has volunteered for many other community activities.

Logan is most proud of getting into The National Honor Society.

Her favorite hobbies are traveling, playing sports and spending time with family and friends.

After graduation, Logan plans to attend The University of Maine at Presque Isle to pursue a career in Criminology.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person that had the biggest impact on Logan is Coach Cummings. Coach has made a lasting impact on me, always challenging me to push beyond my limits. His support, wisdom and dedication helped me grow not just as an athlete, but as a person. I am truly grateful for everything he has taught me.

Logan leaves WDHS with this quote: "Believe you can and you're halfway there." - Theodore Roosevelt

Jacob

Jacob Jonathan Doak

Jacob Doak will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Mike and Samantha Doak.

During his high school career, Jacob has been involved in Varsity Soccer, Varsity Baseball, Volleyball, managed Varsity Basketball, the woodworking club, and the National Honor Society.

Jacob is most proud of receiving special recognition in his sophomore year from Principal Worcester for his outstanding citizenship, his attitude, and hard work.

His favorite hobbies are hunting, fishing, and playing pickleball.

After graduation, Jacob plans to attend Northern Maine Community College for building construction.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Jacob was his classmates. He states that he wouldn't be the same person he is now without them in his life, because he has spent his life with them.

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


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Mitchell Alan Dow

Mitchell Dow will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Scott and Angela Dow.

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

His favorite high school memory is when Mr. Hanson had a mouse run up his pant leg while putting up walls during woodworking class.

Mitchell is most proud of earning his Firefighter I and II certification.

His favorite hobbies are fishing and baseball.

After graduation, Mitchell plans to go into the Army as a medic.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Mitchell is his parents. They have influenced him his whole life and have helped shape who he has become.

Mitchell leaves WDHS with this quote: "Anything in life worth doing, is worth overdoing." - Frogman's Ballad

Damien

Damien DuMont

Damien will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Paul and Diane DuMont.

During his high school career, Damien has been involved in Varsity Baseball, Varsity Soccer, Volleyball, Future Farmers of America, Yearbook, Woodworking Club, and the National Honor Society, serving as the Chapter Secretary and President. He also served as the Northern Maine Region National Honor Society Secretary. He currently attends Caribou Technology Center in the Emergency Medical Technician program. He completed Fire Science in his junior year, earning his Firefighter I and II certification. Outside of school, Damien has been involved in Scouting, serving in multiple leadership roles and recently obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout. He is also a member of the Washburn Fire Department and has been interning at Presque Isle Fire.

Damien is most proud of being president of the National Honor Society.

His favorite hobbies are riding his dirt bike, hunting, and being in the outdoors.

After graduation, Damien plans to work as a Firefighter/EMT at Presque Isle Fire Department while attending Northern Maine Community College to study Emergency Medical Services and obtain his paramedic certification.

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

Damien leaves WDHS with this quote: "Life's too short to be so serious all the time."

Madison

Madison Lynn Elliot

Madison Elliot will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the daughter of James and Hannah Elliot.

During her high school career, Madison has been involved in Future Farmers of America, Varsity Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Varsity Softball, and volunteering at Northern Light Health.

Her favorite high school memory is late-night soccer games with the girls and watching them all grow and improve individually and as a team.

Madison Is most proud of excelling in track and field, throwing the javelin.

Her favorite hobbies are painting, hiking, traveling, and baking.

After graduation, Madison plans to attend Saint Joseph's College and work towards becoming a traveling emergency room nurse.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the people who had the biggest impact on Madison are her parents, James and Hannah. No matter the challenges that she faced, they never left her side, and through it all, they continued to push her, showing her worth and the capabilities that she was unsure of.

Madison leaves WDHS with this quote: "You can't move forward without saying goodbye to the past."

Madelyn

Madelyn Elizabeth Johnston

Madelyn Johnston will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn High School and is the daughter of Amanda Umphrey.

During her high school career, Maddy has been involved in Varsity Basketball, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Softball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Varsity Club, Yearbook, Printing Press, Teacher's Aide, Student Council, and is the Vice President of the National Honor Society.

Her favorite high school memory is when she and her friends would ding-dong ditch indivduals.

Maddy is most proud of being able to persevere through the obstacles that she has run into.

Her favorite hobbies are hanging out with friends, playing sports, and babysitting.

After graduation, Maddy plans to attend Berkshire Institute of Christian Studies in Lenox, Massachusetts, for nine months and pursue her career in ministry.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Maddy is Lawrence Worcester. Not only has Maddy helped him out a lot, but he has always believed in her even when she didn't, and he was always there to support her in the way that she needed. She is so very thankful for all the ones who have been in her corner throughout her MSAD 45 career.

Maddy leaves WHDS with this quote: "The pain you are feeling now doesn't compare to the Joy that is coming."

Tucker

Tucker Dax Koch

Tucker Koch will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of David and Angel Koch.

During his high school career, Tucker has been involved in the Board Game Club, Writing Club, and as a Teacher Aide for Woodworking and early morning gaming.

His favorite high school memory is when he and his friends were playing Mario Party down in the woodshop 15 minutes before class would start, and having Chris proceed to run everyone over with the train, followed by him in the same turn.

Tucker is most proud of having a 4.0 GPA.

His favorite hobbies are video gaming, making spreadsheets, reading really random history facts, making interesting stories, and joking around.

After graduation, Tucker plans to attend the University of Maine at Presque Isle and major in Computer Science.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Tucker was Roger Rowe. He has constantly been a great friend and brought joy in the most unlikely of scenarios.

Tucker leaves WDHS with this quote: "If the saw sticks, whack it with a stick."

Alexy

Alexy Marie Lynch

Alexy Lynch will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the granddaughter of Michael and Angela Farley.

During her high school career, Lexy has been involved in the Early Childhood Program, the After School Program, and Camp Invention at the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Her favorite high school memory is helping out at early childhood for two years.

Lexy is most proud of moving back after hitting rock bottom and working hard to be able to be here and graduate.

Her favorite hobbies are reading, writing, and attending her local youth group.

After graduation, Lexy plans to attend college for early childhood development in hopes of becoming a teacher or child psychologist.

Looking back on her years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Lexy is Mrs. Philbrook. Whenever she just needed to unwind, she was the first person she would go to because she was aware of every situation and gave her stable support.

Lexy leaves WDHS with this quote: "No matter how badly things go, they can get better, work hard, and try your best,t and you can achieve anything." - Lexy

Donald

Donald Lee Raymond

Donald Raymond will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Matthew and Tammy Gagnon.

During his high school career, Donald has been involved in Yearbook, Culinary Arts Program, Food Service Program, working at Walmart, and at Rodney's Restaurant.

His favorite high school memory is when Mr. P did winter carnival, and he and Selena played Hungry Hippo; they failed at doing it and looked back, and started laughing.

Donald is most proud of being involved in the Culinary Arts program, earning his OSHA and Stop the Bleed certificates in his pursuit of wanting to be a chef.

His favorite hobbies are cooking, playing video games, and loves to learn about cooking new things.

After graduation, Donald plans to go to Job Corps and work on becoming a full-time chef or running a business where he can be the chef.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the people who had the biggest impact on Donald are Mrs. Philbrook, who taught him lots of history and helped him understand how life is different now and taught him about wars and Mr. Kaszas who taught him how he can do anything if he puts his mind to it.

Donald leaves WDHS with this quote: "You might think life is hard, but keep on moving forward and keep believing in yourself and never give up on your dreams to make it possible because anything you believe you can achieve."

Roger

Roger Jason Rowe

Roger Rowe will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Randal and Cynthia Rowe.

During his high school career, Roger has been involved in the Dungeons and Dragons Club, Tabletop Club, Writing Club, and Woodworking.

His favorite high school memory is when he played Mario Kart 8 with Mr. Hanson.

Roger is most proud of always being on high or highest honor roll.

His favorite hobby is gaming.

After graduation, Roger plans to attend the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Roger is Mr. Hanson. He taught me a good work ethic and has taught me many skills.

Roger leaves WDHS with this quote: "I'm getting too old for this."

Christopher

Christopher Anders Snyder

Christopher Snyder will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Greg Snyder.

During his high school career, Christopher has been involved in the Young Writers' Club, Tabletop Club, volunteering at the Caribou Historical Society, 3D printing, Drafting, working at Rendezvous, and working for Perham Logging.

His favorite high school memory is when he played Mario Kart DS with his friends.

Christopher is most proud of surviving woodworking.

His favorite hobby is talking A LOT.

After graduation, Christopher plans to go to college.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact on Christopher is Ms. Jones. She taught me how to write with my ideas instead of the stupid things.

Christopher leaves WDHS with this quote: "When I thought life wasn't going to give me a chance, I beat it right up until it gives me the life I want. Also, I want a number nine, a large number nine, a number six with extra dip. Last thing, someone silence Roger, he's singing something right now and I want a refund."

Gabe

Gabriel Gene Landry Tilley

Gabriel Tilley will be a 2025 graduate of Washburn District High School and is the son of Alton Jr. and Carol Tilley.

During his high school career, Gabriel has been involved in the Automotive Technology and Auto Collision Programs in Caribou.

His favorite high school memory is when he got into the Auto Collision Program in Caribou and received the student of the month honor for November.

Gabriel is most proud of fixing a dent in his mother's car.

His favorite hobbies are remote control cars, four-wheeling, fixing things with his uncle, and volunteering at White's Garage in Washburn.

After graduation, Gabriel plans to learn more about auto repair.

Looking back on his years at WDHS, the person who had the biggest impact is Mr. Worcester, because he got him into autobody with Mr. Turner.

Gabriel leaves WDHS with this quote: "Fords forever, Chevy never."

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Marie Worsley