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Cheskwin Club

The “Ches Kwin” Club is student organization that started over 35 years ago at Ferndale High. Horizon and Vista middle schools offer student clubs that include culture and leadership activities.

“Ches Kwin” stands for Golden Eagle in Xwlemi’ Chosen and Golden Eagle is the mascot of Ferndale High.

Members continue the mission of the original founders by traveling to different schools to speak or dance at cultural assemblies. Students also go into social study and language classes to speak on the Washington State history from the American Indian perspective. We are an active club willing to do community service and fundraise for special events. The club has participated in Ferndale High's graduation ceremony for the past 16 years. Its appointed officers drive the leadership of the club.

Kwechost Club

Kwechost Club is middle school's club name. They offer culture and leadership activities, continuing the mission of the Cheskwin Club founders. 

Cheskwin Club meets bi-weekly. 

This club offers a safe environment for Native American Students to feel comfortable and welcomed, where they can be themselves. It is an opportunity to hang out, interact, and participate in cultural activities.


Kwechost Club meets monthly, and is combined with both middle schools.

Cheskwin Club Dates 
*subject to change*

December 4, 2024
January 15, 2025
January 29, 2025
February 19, 2025
March 5, 2025
March 19, 2025
April 16, 2025
May 7, 2025
May 28, 2025

Kwechost Club Dates
*subject to change*
 

November 20, 2024
December 11, 2024
January 29, 2025
February 19, 2025
March 26, 2025
April 23, 2025
April 23, 2025
May 14, 2025
June 4, 2025
 

Upcoming Events

Native American Heritage Month Night
November 13, 2024
Ferndale High School
5:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Native American Senior Recognition Night
June 4, 2025
Time and location TBD*

Mia Owings. Cheskwin Club Advisor
564.209.1986
Maria.Owings@ferndalesd.org

Brandi Whitney, Kwechost  Club Advisor
360.305.5760
Brandi.Whitney@ferndalesd.org

Rachel Entz, Kwechost  Club Advisor
564.209.3975
Rachel.Entz@ferndales.org