2024 ROYAL COURT
QUEEN ELLA STIMMEL
FROM EASTMONT HIGH SCHOOL
Ella is the daughter of Taylor and Leah Stimmel. Ella is a running start student, a varsity athlete for Eastmont track and field, and has maintained a dean's list standing every quarter at Wenatchee Valley College. Ella is working to get her real estate license before her 18th birthday and volunteers with her church. In her spare time, she enjoys sewing, exercising, baking, singing, and being with family. After graduation, Ella plans to attend BYU and get her degree in business.
Ella’s favorite TV show is Downton Abbey, and her favorite movie is Pearl Harbor. Her favorite song is Lovely Darling by Benson Boone, and her favorite book is Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling. She is most inspired by her mother, and her most treasured keepsake is a gold watch she received from her parents on her 17th birthday.
Ella’s favorite things to do in Wenatchee Valley besides Apple Blossom are wake surfing on Lake Eniat, spending time with friends, seeing the beautiful seasons change, and enjoying delicious food through town with her family. Her proudest moment in life was when she started her first business at age 11. If Ella could trade places with anyone for a day, she would trade places with a princess at Disneyland. Ella feels she should represent Wenatchee Valley because she loves her home, community, and our beautiful valley and would cherish the opportunity to bless and inspire more people around her.
PRINCESS JENISSA HEPTON
FROM WENATCHEE HIGH SCHOOL
Jenissa is the daughter of Tiffany and Brad Savage and Jeff and Heather Hepton. Leading with enthusiasm and dedication, Jenissa currently serves as the president of the Wenatchee High School ASB. Additionally, she contributes her energy as a member of the volleyball team and holds the esteemed position of captain for the WHS track and field team. Not only is Jenissa active in sports, but she also devotes her time to the well-being of others as a committed member of the Mental Health Committee. As well as a third-year member of the Wenatchee High Honor Society. Her altruistic spirit extends to her community involvement, where she spends Sundays working in her church's nursery and volunteers at the Real Life youth group. In her spare time, Jenissa indulges in her passion for literature, finding solace in reading and expressing herself through poetry. She also loves finding time to grow both mentally and physically at the gym. Looking towards the future, Jenissa has set her sights on Washington State University, where she plans to pursue a major in primary education.
Jenissa's favorite show is "Gilmore Girls," and she counts "10 Things I Hate About You" as her favorite movie. Music holds a special place in her heart, with "Vienna " by Billy Joel being her favorite song, and her favorite book is "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens. Jenissa draws inspiration from her sister, Elizabeth, whose influence has shaped her into the individual she is today. Family and friends hold a special place in her heart, and she cherishes the handmade letters and gifts from her loved ones as her most treasured keepsakes.
Jenissa's favorite thing to do in Wenatchee Valley, besides Apple Blossom, is going to the park to read, under a very specific tree at Walla Walla Park. Her proudest moment in life was winning the state championship with her volleyball team and making Wenatchee history. If Jenissa could trade places with anyone for the day, she would trade places with Skylar Walton, a WHS graduate who now holds track and field records at Washington State University. Jenissa feels she should represent the Wenatchee Valley because she is passionate about creating a positive community for all and aspires to be an uplifting face and voice for Wenatchee, as well as a role model for any community member in need of a little Apple Blossom magic.
PRINCESS LEXIE FENNELL
FROM EASTMONT HIGH SCHOOL
Lexie Fennell is the daughter of Heather and Dave Fennell. Lexie is currently enrolled in Wenatchee Valley College as a full time running start student, she is involved in the Wenatchee Valley College Senate as Student Body President. She is the secretary of the National Honor Society club and president of the Future Business Leaders of America club, as well as involved in Link Crew. Outside of school, Lexie volunteers at Grant Elementary, she also enjoys reading, baking, thrift shopping, and going out on dates with her friends. Lexie loves her job at the Wenatchee Golf and Country Club where she has been employed for the last two and a half years. After graduation, Lexie plans to attend Central Washington University where she will be enrolled in their Professional Pilot Program.
Lexie’s Favorite TV show is Friends, and her favorite movie is The Hunger Games. Her favorite song is “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swift, and her favorite book is Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. She is most inspired by her mom and her most treasured keepsake is a ring given to her by her grandmother.
Lexie’s favorite thing to do in the Wenatchee Valley, besides Apple Blossom, is boating and tubing with her family on the river, and eating at various restaurants in the Valley. Her proudest moment in life was unexpectedly receiving The President’s Volunteer Service Award. If Lexie could trade places with anyone for a day she would trade places with Taylor Swift. Lexie feels she should represent the Wenatchee Valley and Apple Blossom because she would be a positive role model for young girls to grow their confidence in their own beauty. Lexie holds the characteristics and passion to show her love of the Valley and the Apple Blossom Festival.
