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North Thurston Public Schools Alumni Spotlights

Danika Washington & Katelynn Eberle (THS '03) - STEM

Katelynn and Danika were close friends through graduation from Timberline in 2003 and are still friends to this day. They loved their STEM classes, practiced on numerous sports teams together, and both went on to attend Saint Martin’s University and both work in STEM fields. Read more >>

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Adam & Sara Sutmiller (RRHS '12 & '14) - STEM

Adam and Sara Sutmiller (River Ridge ’12 and ’14) enjoyed maxing out their schedules with Advanced Placement courses, played in the band all four years, and graduated as valedictorians of their respective classes. Read more >>

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Thomas Larson (NTHS '09) - STEM

Thomas Larson took an unexpected path after he graduated from North Thurston High School in 2009. An avid musician throughout his time in North Thurston Public Schools, Thomas played trombone in multiple band classes and sang in the choir his senior year. He has ended up in the STEM field. Read more >>

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Mariah Nedrow (NTHS '09) - Health Care

Meet Mariah Nedrow, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and North Thurston High School Alumna (class of 2009)! Her experience in the Army Reserves, traveling abroad and guidance from teachers helped her get to where she is in life now, caring for others and saving lives. Read more >>

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Madi Moffatt (NTHS '14) - Communications

Madi as a cheerleader at North Thurston High School, Madi spent the last two years as the Venue Experiences Coordinator at the Museum of Pop Culture (MoMA) in Seattle. At its core, the position was about coordinating events at the museum. Read more >>

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Blake Knoblauch (THS) - North Thurston Education Foundation

Blake has gone full circle and currently serves as the president of the North Thurston Education Foundation. As of September 2020, he sits at the helm of the Lacey South Sound Chamber. To any student interested in business and marketing, Blake says, “It’s all about relationships. Serve your community, and it will serve you!” Read more >>

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Karen Weiss (RRHS) - Captain Firefighter / Paramedic

Due to the current pandemic, Lacey Fire District 3 has been extra busy. Karen Weiss, Captain Firefighter/Paramedic, Medical Services Officer and a graduate of River Ridge High School is stepping up to help keep our community safe! Read more >>

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Winehouse - Band (several alumni)

The local band Winehouse, made up of several NTPS alumni, enjoying making music and performing all over. Watch the video >>

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Willie Frank (NTHS '00) - Tribal Leader

Willie Frank III is a proud alumnus of North Thurston Public Schools and a member of the Nisqually Tribe. Today he is working to share his culture, his family history and life lessons with students across the district. Read more >>

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Lawyer Tillman (NTHS '11) - Paraeducator

While he may have been a jock in high school, North Thurston High School alumni Lawyer Tillman pursued a different passion when he returned to his alma mater. After playing football at Auburn University, Tillman now works as a paraeducator and coach with the goal of becoming a teacher. Read more >>

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Chris Bacon (NTHS '01) & Jerome Comrie (RRHS '04) - Costco

Lacey Costco is a popular community shopping spot for bulk bargains. It’s also a large employer for our area, including many alumni! Read more >>

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Christine Forrey (NTHS '83) - Lacey South Sound Chamber President

For North Thurston Public Schools alumna and Lacey South Sound Chamber President Christine Forrey, looking back at her time in North Thurston High School was a blast to the past, and a nostalgic reminder of the early ‘80s. Read more >>

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Ande Grantham (NTHS '13) & Nathanial Petty (RRHS '12) - Construction

Combining their talents and skills, North Thurston High School alumnus Ande Grantham (Class of 2013) and River Ridge High School alumnus Nathanial “Tre” Petty III (Class of 2012) have created not only a strong partnership, but their very own company. Read more >>

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Edward Sauley (NTHS 84) - Major General, Pilot

Flying over 30,000 feet high and up to speeds topping 1,000 mph, North Thurston alumnus (Class of 1984) Edward Sauley has dedicated over 2,000 hours of flying time in both the F-16 Jet and KC-135 aircraft. Read more >>

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Son Duong (THS '87) - Artist

Timberline Alumni Son Duong has made a career creating what he loves most -- art! After graduating from high school in 1987, Son Duong attended the Art Institute of Seattle, where he earned his Applied Arts Degree. Read more >>

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Daryl Murrow (THS '83) - Lacey South Sound Chamber President

As the new Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce president, Daryl Murrow (Class of 1983) has a lot to offer our community in terms of leadership development and coaching. The Timberline graduate (Class of 1983) launched his first business at the age of 25. Read more >>

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Jennie Foglia-Jones (NTHS '99) - Port of Olympia

Stemming from her love of Marketing, North Thurston Alumnae Jennie Foglia-Jones now works for the Port of Olympia where she spends her time managing the communications and marketing departments. Read more >>

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Mi Kim (THS '07) - Owner, Raised Doughnuts

From apple fritters to maple bars, who doesn’t love a good doughnut! Mi Kim, Timberline Alumnae (Class of 2007), is now co-owner of Raised Doughnuts in Seattle, Washington, where she spends her days creating these delicious treats for people to enjoy. Read more >>

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Ryan Caldwell (NTHS '91) - Veteran & Veteran Support Advocate

Meet Ryan Caldwell, NTHS '91 grad and combat wounded veteran who has served our country through multiple deployments around the world. Caldwell is now giving back to support veterans by providing the healing recreation of fishing through his non-profit organization, Got Your 6 Fishing. Read more >>

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Jeff Delacruz (NTHS '99) - Photographer

Making products look appealing to the eye is crucial in today’s high-tech world, where there are endless options available. Meet a North Thurston Alumni who followed his passion and turned his hobby of photography into a successful career and business. Read more >>

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North Thurston Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Officer: executivedirectorHR@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4453; Section 504 Coordinator: 504@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4465. Address for both: 305 College Street NE, Lacey, WA 98516.

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