Wynn-Elledge takes D21 school board seat left vacant by Dawn Rasmussen

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Written By North Wasco County School District 21

Dayna Wynn-Elledge

From North Wasco School District 21:

By Stephanie Bowen with additions by Tom Peterson

(July 7, 2023) North Wasco County School District would like to welcome Dayna Wynn-Elledge to the North Wasco County School Board of Directors. Dayna will represent Zone 2 from July 1st, 2023  through June 30th, 2027. 

Wynn-Elledge is taking the seat of Dawn Rasmussen who resigned in April.

Dayna brings a unique blend of experiences and a passion for education to further enhance our commitment to student success. 

While raising her own children she served as a parent representative for the Brier Terrace Middle School, including a four-year tenure as the parent chair. 

In addition to her involvement in the educational realm, Dayna has served the youth in her communities as a swim teacher, positively impacting students' lives since her own high school days. 

As a newly appointed member of the School Board, Dayna expresses her enthusiasm for the role, emphasizing the importance of equipping students with essential skills such as reading, writing, math, and science. 

She firmly believes that these foundational principles are pivotal in enabling each individual to enrich their future and contribute to their communities as adults. 

When asked about the factors that will shape her decision-making as a school board member, Dayna emphasizes her commitment to fairness and thoroughness. She pledges to review all relevant information presented, listen attentively to all perspectives, and make decisions that best serve the needs of the situation at hand. 

We warmly welcome Dayna to our School Board and are confident that her dedication and commitment will greatly contribute to our ongoing mission of educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready. 




North Wasco County School District 21

Educate. Motivate. Graduate.

Mission Statement 

“Graduating all students to be college and career ready; challenging, inspiring, and empowering

them to be healthy and productive citizens.”

Vision Statement

“North Wasco is a premier school district. We provide students a rigorous

and relevant education with schools performing academically in the top 5%

of the nation. Our students are inspired by a talented, innovative, and highly

effective staff that values continuous professional growth. Our district graduates

citizens who are ethical and motivated to achieve their limitless potential.

North Wasco is fully embraced by the community, reflecting its health and well being.”

Board & District Goals

1. Provide a safe and healthy educational environment.

2. Provide curriculum choices that challenge every student.

3. Increase academic achievement district-wide with special emphasis on reading, writing and mathematics gains for each student.

4. Provide involvement strategies that engage all parents. 5. Encourage effective community partnerships.

https://www.nwasco.k12.or.us/northwasco
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