Pictured in the front row from left is Danyelle Hubbs; Megan Likens; Carl Sewell, Wawasee Alumni Association president; Brent Doty, Wawasee athletic director and Starr Senter. In the back row from left is Kyle Miller, Ben Champoux, Vince Beasley, Erick Leffler and Brad Abel. Photo provided.

News Release

SYRACUSE — The Wawasee Alumni Association has recently donated $15,000 to the Wawasee High School Athletic Department to be put towards all-sport passes for current high school students who wish to apply for a pass. Students in 9th to 12th grade will have the opportunity to receive a free Green and Gold all-sports pass to all Wawasee High School athletic events for the 2024-2025 school year.

The funds were raised through the association’s inaugural Green & Gold Gala, which was held at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club in the Spring. Those in attendance at the gala were current Wawasee administration, coaches and leaders along with past alumni and community leaders. Several donations were given by community businesses and individuals for the auction, which raised over $100,000.

“This is the first step in ensuring all high school students can freely support each other at both athletic and performing arts events while also building a strong sense of camaraderie,” stated Carl Sewell, Wawasee Alumni Association president.

The Wawasee Alumni Association has one simple mission: to provide opportunities for our current Wawasee High School students while organically building a sense of community and cultivating pride among alumni, parents, and community leaders.

“We have been working hard at Wawasee to instill the values of being a Warrior; embracing resilience, supporting one another, and fostering kindness to our students and athletes,” offered Brent Doty, Wawasee High School athletic director. “Partnering with the Wawasee Alumni Association for this initiative is a testament to our commitment to these values. By giving our students the chance to attend and cheer on their peers, we are not just enhancing school spirit but also reinforcing the importance of community and mutual support.”

Starting Monday, Aug. 5, the Wawasee Athletic office will have a form available that students can complete to request their Green and Gold Cards.

“Enough can’t be said about the newly formed Wawasee Alumni Association,” Superintendent Dr. Steve Troyer added, “we are incredibly grateful we have such an amazing community contributing to our students!”

Future initiatives planned by the Wawasee Alumni Association reach beyond events to include covering costs of letterman jackets, financially supporting sport and club team-building activities and providing a Wawasee Alumni Association scholarship. In all cases, the association is working hard to provide a critical link between students, school and our communities.

Donations to the Wawasee Alumni Association can be made here.