BJ Kuntz named Wenatchee High Athletic and Activities Director

WENATCHEE — BJ Kuntz is set to return to Wenatchee High School as the Director of Athletics and Activities, pending approval by the Wenatchee School Board.

Wenatchee School District Superintendent Kory Kalahar announced that Kuntz had been selected from a pool of three finalists following interviews and a community forum held April 24. If approved, she will assume her new role on July 1.

Kuntz, a Wenatchee High School graduate, previously served as the school’s Director of Athletics from 2002 to 2014 before becoming Dean of Students, a position she held until 2019. She has also worked as a Physical Education and Math teacher and served as a coach.

Most recently, Kuntz served as the Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Health for the Renton School District. Before that, she spent four years at the state level as Assistant Executive Director of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.

"BJ brings extensive experience in both athletics and education. Under her previous leadership, Wenatchee Athletics experienced significant success, and she established a strong foundation for our student-athletes that continues to influence our school culture today. We are excited to welcome her back home as our Director of Athletics and Activities, especially given the valuable knowledge and skill she has gained from her past roles," Kalahar said.

Kuntz will be tasked with continuing to develop high-quality and competitive athletic and activities programs, while maintaining strong engagement with parents and community partners, according to the district.