Ander Edens

Ander is a talented and dedicated youth leader actively involved in his school and community. He served as King in the 2023 4th of July royalty competition and starred as the Prince in a local production of Cinderella. As a member of the T3 tech club, Ander helped design and install the remote camera system at Annan, supported the 2024 Capitol Christmas Tree selection with drone technology, and contributed to the tree misting system. He also attended the Capitol Christmas Tree receptions and ceremony in Washington, DC.

Ander is a skilled musician, singing in the school choir and playing saxophone in the band and pep band. He volunteers in the Harbor Light media booth, co-hosts radio programs on KSTK, and works with Alaska Vistas during the summer. His passion for engineering and problem-solving shines through his work on community-focused projects like the Annan wildlife cameras, which benefit Wrangell’s tourism and promote national exposure for the region’s wildlife. A natural leader, Ander collaborates well with both peers and adults, consistently demonstrating initiative and teamwork.

Home Town Wrangell
School District Wrangell Public School District
Award Category Innovator, Role Model