06/09/2026
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Heart of the Panther awards! Every year, Heart of the Panther recognizes seniors, staff, and community members who illustrate true Panther Pride and understand the meaning of dedication. WHS is proud to announce the following recipients:
🐾 Involvement: Naveen Nayak
Through his continued involvement, Naveen has demonstrated a commitment to championing student voices in the community. He shared his award with Play for All co-founder, Gael Nunez.
🐾 Attitude: Alejandro Anguiano
Alex graduates from WHS as a true leader. From his first moments as a Panther, Alex has seen the needs of others and gone out of his way to meet them.
🐾 Extra Effort: Briana Alvarez
Throughout her time at WHS, Briana has quietly risen above prior hardships and come to expect the best from herself for her own betterment.
🐾 Super Staff - Certificated: Cindy Shwartzenberger
Schwartzy encourages students to make the most of every school day and displays her caring for students by listening and meeting them where they’re at all while holding them to high standards.
🐾 Super Staff - Classified: Tanya Dacey
Tanya’s welcoming attitude and positivity makes her the best first impression for WHS. No matter how busy things may be, she always makes time for anyone who walks through the door and helps students, staff, and families feel supported.
🐾 Community Support: Confluence Health
Confluence Health has been a continued, dedicated supporter of Wenatchee CTE programs. Their leadership and staff have demonstrated exceptional generosity, providing the time, expertise, and equipment necessary to support Medical Occupations students at WHS. These contributions have been vital to the program's success and in developing Wenatchee’s future healthcare professionals.
