Cheyenne Kookesh

Cheyenne is dedicated to her Tlingit heritage, taking advantage of all learning opportunities, including formline design, beading, dancing and singing, and talking with community elders. As a young woman invested in learning about and preserving her Tlingit culture, she invites and normalizes this level of cultural engagement amongst her peers.

  • Home Town Angoon
  • School District Chatham School District
  • Award Category Dreamer, Role Model