Administration

I graduated with my Bachelor of Science from SUNY Cortland with a degree in Elementary Education. I have taught various elementary grades in New York, Delaware, Texas, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina.  I have worked at elementary schools in Wake County for 18 years.  I  served as a fourth-grade teacher, an Intervention Teacher, a Literacy Coach, and an Instructional Facilitator.  I have been an administrator for Franklin County Schools for the last three and a half years.

I found my passion for working with families and teachers while serving as an Instructional Facilitator. I returned to school to earn my Master of School Administration at East Carolina University.  

I am also a wife and a mother.  My son lives in Western North Carolina and works in the hospitality industry.  My daughter is starting her journey in higher education at High Point University.  I am an avid reader and enjoy quiet time at home with my family.  I also enjoy time in my kitchen because I love a good meal, not because I enjoy cooking!  Both my dogs and my kids keep life busy and exciting.

I am thrilled to be serving as the Principal of Laurel Mill Elementary. It is truly a vibrant and engaging learning community!

Dakisha Perry is a Franklin County native and graduate of Bunn High School. She has one daughter and loves the outdoors and animals. Her educational philosophy is quite simple, "All students can learn when provided the appropriate enviroment and instruction." She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from North Carolina Central University, is licensed K-6, and holds a Master of School Administration Degree from North Carolina State Univeristy. Throughout her career she has served neighboring counties in which she has been recognized as Teacher of the Year, Employee of the Month, as well as honored as one of NCCU's Distinguished Graduates. This is Ms. Perry's 19th year in the field of education and her ffith year serving our LMES students, staff, and community.

Favorite Quote: "Now is always the time to do what is right." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. 

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