Four Edmonds College students recognized on the 2026 All-Washington Academic Team
04/13/26
Edmonds College students Leonie Baker, Cadaia Lake, Dulce Reyes, and Paulina Savoie will be honored as members of the 2026 All-Washington (All-WA) Academic Team during a ceremony at South Puget Sound Community College on April 23. Phi Theta Kappa, an honor society serving two-year colleges, selects team members each year based on their academic achievements and community service.
“Leonie, Cadaia, Dulce, and Paulina embody the resilience and ambition that define Edmonds College,” said Edmonds President Dr. Amit B. Singh. “Their journeys—marked by profound personal growth, leadership in the face of adversity, and a deep commitment to helping others—are truly inspirational. They have not only excelled in the classroom but have enriched our campus community. We are honored to have them represent us on this year’s All-Washington team.”
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) invites the entire state of Washington to the 30th annual All-Washington (All-WA) Academic Team Ceremony. The ceremony will honor students from the state’s 34 community and technical colleges. It will be hosted virtually on SPSCC’s YouTube channel and the college’s All-WA web page starting Thursday, April 23, at 12:30 p.m.
This year’s team of over 90 students will receive a $210 KeyBank scholarship and All-WA recognition at the ceremony. In addition, the top 16 students, as ranked by PTK, will receive an additional $780 from WSECU. The top three will receive an extra $1,000 from the Washington State Association of College Trustees.
About our scholars:
Leonie Baker - Transfer Pathway Scholarship
Jamaican immigrant and mother Leonie Baker is an LPN pursuing her nursing degree with a 3.57 GPA. Her journey from a Caribbean village to the 2026 All-WA Team reflects deep resilience and faith. Rising from a Home Health Aide to a future RN, Baker aims to specialize in geriatrics. She leads with empathy and advocates for racial equality, dedicated to serving her community with dignity while building a purposeful life for her family.
Cadaia Lake - Transfer Pathway Scholarship
Business Management major Cadaia Lake maintains a 3.79 GPA while modeling a life of radical accountability. After overcoming homelessness and addiction, Lake is celebrating three years of sobriety. She serves as an Oxford House Chapter Secretary, restoring integrity within recovery housing. Her goal is to attend the University of Washington and leverage her accounting career to launch an ethical apothecary. Lake’s journey proves it is never too late to rewrite a narrative through resilience, academic excellence, and community service.
Dulce Reyes - Transfer Pathway Scholarship
Nursing student Dulce Reyes maintains a 3.68 GPA while navigating higher education as a first-generation student and single mother. Currently an LPN student and Nurse Tech, Reyes has climbed the healthcare ladder from hospitality aide to clinical leader. A member of the Latino Leadership Institution, she mentors high school students in accessing college resources. Reyes leads with empathy and advocacy, planning to transfer to a BSN program to serve her community and inspire her daughter.
Paulina Savoie - Transfer Pathway Scholarship
Polish immigrant and mother Paulina Savoie maintains a 4.0 GPA while pursuing her Paralegal degree. She balances rigorous studies with caregiving and navigating the U.S. immigration process. An active PTK member and President’s List student, Paulina is dedicated to accuracy and ethical leadership in civil litigation. She aspires to become an attorney through the APR 6 program, modeling resilience for her stepdaughters and providing vital clarity to those often lost in complex legal systems.