Dayton ISD is celebrating School Board Appreciation Month and is proud to honor the members of the Dayton ISD School Board.
“We are grateful for their countless hours of dedication to our district. Each school board member supports all of our campuses, departments, personnel, students and various school organizations, both academic and extra-curricular,” said Travis Young, executive director of Student Services and spokesperson for Dayton ISD.
Six of the seven DISD trustees are graduates of Dayton High School and continue to serve DISD.
Mr. Thomas Payne, president, has served on the board for almost 35 years. He is a DHS graduate and is the longest-serving board member in DISD history.
Dr. Luke Chachere, vice-president, has served for almost 18 years. Dr. Chachere, a DHS graduate, is a strong supporter of Dayton children, especially the Dayton FFA Chapter.
Mrs. Linda Harris, secretary, is serving on her eighth year as a board member. Harris is not only a DHS graduate, but is a retired DISD teacher and administrator.
Mrs. Kerri Bartee, board member, has served for almost three years. Bartee served on the last bond’s Community Advisory Committee before becoming a Trustee. She also is a DHS graduate.
Mr. Josh Day, board member, is serving his second year as a trustee. Mr. Day is a DHS graduate and the son of Wall of Fame longtime DISD educator and coach, Mike Day.
Mr. Larry Wadzeck, board member, has served for almost 21 years. He is the ‘voice’ of DISD sports on KSHN radio station and is a retired DISD educator/administrator.
Mr. CD Williams, board member, is serving his seventh year as a trustee. Mr. Williams is a DHS graduate and is the founder of the Ryan ‘Batman’ Williams Foundation.
“Once again, DISD thanks these community leaders for everything they do for our faculty, staff, students, and community,” Young said.