Wenatchee School District appointed Madeline Austin as its new School Resource Officer on August 25, 2026.
Austin, a Wenatchee native and U. S. Navy veteran, previously served four and a half years with Wenatchee Police Department. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Law & Justice and is pursuing a Master's in Public Administration. The district highlighted her commitment to community and ability to build trust with students.
Austin will begin working in schools to build relationships and serve as a positive role model for students.