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