Administration
Principal
Ms. Jennifer Giandenoto
Principal
BS Elementary Education, State University of NY @ Cortland
Master's of School Administration, East Carolina University
Master's of School Administration, East Carolina University
Work:
919-853-3577 ext. 330901
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from SUNY Cortland and have had the privilege of teaching in New York, Delaware, Texas, Pennsylvania, and now North Carolina. For the past 18 years, I have served in Wake County elementary schools as a classroom teacher, Intervention Teacher, Literacy Coach, and Instructional Facilitator. Since the fall of 2021, I have been honored to serve as an administrator with Franklin County Schools.
My passion for working alongside families and teachers grew during my time as an Instructional Facilitator, inspiring me to pursue my Master of School Administration at East Carolina University.
Outside of school, I am a wife and mother. My son lives in western North Carolina and works in the hospitality industry, while my daughter has just begun her college journey at High Point University. At home, I enjoy reading, spending quiet time with family, and experimenting in the kitchen—I love a great meal, even if I don’t always love the cooking! Life stays full and lively thanks to both my children and our two dogs.
I am truly thrilled to serve as Principal of Laurel Mill Elementary. Laurel Mill is a vibrant, welcoming community, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such dedicated staff, students, and families.
My passion for working alongside families and teachers grew during my time as an Instructional Facilitator, inspiring me to pursue my Master of School Administration at East Carolina University.
Outside of school, I am a wife and mother. My son lives in western North Carolina and works in the hospitality industry, while my daughter has just begun her college journey at High Point University. At home, I enjoy reading, spending quiet time with family, and experimenting in the kitchen—I love a great meal, even if I don’t always love the cooking! Life stays full and lively thanks to both my children and our two dogs.
I am truly thrilled to serve as Principal of Laurel Mill Elementary. Laurel Mill is a vibrant, welcoming community, and I am grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such dedicated staff, students, and families.
Assistant Principal
Mrs. Dakisha Perry
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Business Management, North Carolina Central University
K-6 Elementary Licensure, North Carolina Central University
Master School Administration, North Carolina State University
K-6 Elementary Licensure, North Carolina Central University
Master School Administration, North Carolina State University
Work:
919-853-3577
Dakisha Perry is a Franklin County native and graduate of Bunn High School. She is married, has one daughter, and loves the outdoors and animals. Her educational philosophy is quite simple, "All students can learn when provided the appropriate enviroment, instruction, and access to opportunities."
Throughout her career, beginning in 2002, she has served neighboring counties in capacities such as PK Instructional Assistant, teacher in grades 1-5, Year- Round Track-out Coordinator, Middle School Afterschool Facilitator and volleyball coach, and Instuctional Coach. In 2017 Mrs. Perry joined the team at Laurel Mill Elementary School. It is an honor and privilege to serve the Laurel Mill families, students, and community!
Favorite Quote: "Now is always the time to do what is right." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
Throughout her career, beginning in 2002, she has served neighboring counties in capacities such as PK Instructional Assistant, teacher in grades 1-5, Year- Round Track-out Coordinator, Middle School Afterschool Facilitator and volleyball coach, and Instuctional Coach. In 2017 Mrs. Perry joined the team at Laurel Mill Elementary School. It is an honor and privilege to serve the Laurel Mill families, students, and community!
Favorite Quote: "Now is always the time to do what is right." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.