2026 Graduate Spotlight: David Aguilar-Furtado, Olympic

David never liked school. So much so that he always joked with his mother he wouldn’t graduate. 

That was until Paul Williams, the music director at Olympic High School, put a pair of drum sticks in his hand during his Beginner Guitar Class. Williams suspected David might take to the drums. Boy, was he right.

Today, music plays a central role in David’s life. In addition to performing in a band with fellow Olympic students, he spent his junior and senior years playing drums in OHS’ wind ensemble. David graduated early and works full-time, but he still makes time to practice every day – sometimes even during breaks at work with a portable drum pad. 

Thankfully, Mr. Williams saw his potential as a drummer. If David has his way, that moment in guitar class will be the origin story of a great musician.

Q&A

Plans after graduation: Attending Olympic College while launching his music career. 

Greatest accomplishment in CK Schools: Playing in Oly Rocks!

Favorite memory in CK Schools: Connecting with people through music, especially his teachers (Mr. Williams) and his principal (Scott Wilson). 

A piece of advice that’s stuck out to him: From Mr. Williams: “Go home and practice.”

Where he sees himself in 20 years: “On a stage, hopefully,” playing music professionally.