Submitted by Washington State Legislative Support Services

Ela Angevine, a student at Spring Street International School, served as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives. Sponsored by State Rep. Debra Lekanoff, D-Bow, Ela is the daughter of Lisa Ehle and Derek Angevine of Friday Harbor. Pages assume a wide variety of responsibilities, from presenting the flags to distributing amendments on the House floor. Pages support the efficient operation of the Legislature while also receiving daily civics instruction, drafting their own bills and participating in mock committee hearings.