Dayton to Hire New Principal, Two Teachers

DAYTON - The Dayton School Board has begun the search for a new elementary school principal. Current Principal Katie Leid, who has served for nine years, has an- nounced her retirement.

Dayton School Superintendent Doug Johnson says the school board has authorized him to begin the search for Leid's replacement, and also for two elementary school teachers.

Long- time first- grade teacher Julie Howard has also announced her retirement at the end of the school year. The school is also looking to hire a second kindergarten teacher.

According to Johnson, the board intends to introduce fulltime kindergarten in Dayton beginning next year. He said he hopes to have all three posi- tions filled by the end of May.

With more than 30 students expected to enroll in kinder- garten next fall, the school will need two kindergarten classes. "We expect to have funding from the legislature to fund full-time kindergarten for those students," Johnsons said.

Johnson said Dayton will hold a special kindergarten registration day on April 25th. "Even if parents don't want to fill out the paperwork, we're encouraging them to come and learn more about the program," he said, "and let us know that they're planning to enroll.

For more information Day- ton's kindergarten program, call the school at (509) 382- 2543.