Dryden Elementary School

Justin Wood, Co-Principal 

Hello, my name is Justin Wood and I am the Co-Principal of Dryden Elementary School (grades 3-5). I have worked in education for 17 years and 6 of those years have been with the Dryden Central School District (DSCD). 

 As a student, my trajectory was greatly shifted by the teachers and coaches in my life. I feel indebted to the profession for the success I have had, the support for my family, and the work I now get to do. 

Fun Fact: I attended and graduated from DCSD as did my wife Tiffany. We bought our home in Dryden next door to where she grew up and are raising our 3 children there. My children Caden (8th grade) and Maddie (5th grade) currently attend DCSD, and Lainey (3 years old) will attend Pre-Kindergarten next year.

Katie Willson, Co-Principal 
Hello there, my name is Katie Willson and I am the Co-Principal of Dryden Elementary School (grades PK-2). I have worked in education 23 years and all with the Dryden Central School District. I have spent 21 years as a classroom teacher and this is my second year as principal.
My passion for education stems from helping students become successful in all areas of education. I truly believe in our core beliefs as a district that students come first, everyone can learn, and a safe, joyful, and nurturing environment promotes learning and growth.
Fun Fact: I am a Dryden graduate. I have a son and step son who are graduates of the district and my youngest son will graduate from Dryden in 2025. Throughout my time with Dryden Central School District, I have worked in every building.