MEET THE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Chouchanik Airapetian

Chouchan is a results-driven, multi-lingual leader with an impressive academic background and extensive experience in both education and retail management. She holds a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) with a Minor in Education from the University of Washington. Additionally, she has earned a Chess in Education Certificate from the University of Texas, Dallas and the prestigious title of Master of Chess from the Institute of Sports and Physical Culture in Yerevan, Armenia. These credentials, combined with over twenty years as a para-educator and chess coach in various school districts, have equipped Chouchan with a unique blend of educational expertise and leadership skills that foster growth and synergy within her teams.

Chouchan excels at fostering collaboration and encouraging growth, ensuring that each student performs at their best, even in rapidly changing environments. Her passion for building strong relationships and ensuring memorable experiences is a cornerstone of her teaching journey.

“Let’s evaluate the current position to find out what is better? Kings’ turn first, next Queen’s, Rooks, Bishops and Knights and lastly Pawns. Weaknesses, strengths. Compare. Who is better or maybe it is an equal position?”

-Chouchanik Airapetian

Teaching:

“Please be mindful of your opponent and be kind.”

-Chouchanik Airapetian

Awards:

FIDE International Instructor
Washington Chess Federation Board Member since 2012
Team Co-Captain of Washington vs. British Columbia Match

Outstanding Leadership Award | The Edmonds Public Library
Washington State Women’s Champion | 2012, 2015, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023
XI Region’s Champion | 1999, 2000, 2024

Washington State Premier & Invitational Champion | 2020, 2015
AmeriCorps & Service Learning, President’s Bronze Award | 2011
Dean's List Recipient | Multiple Years