My name is Delphina Dayish, Ed.D. I am a member of the Navajo (Dine’) Nation. For my Navajo relations, my Navajo clans are: Tl’aashchi’I (Red Cheek) born for Oozei Taschiini (Hopi People of Red Running into the Water). I am proud that I am a coal miner’s daughter. I hold a doctorate degree with a dual language degree. I am a former Department Head and School Principal for the BIE Schools on the Navajo Nation. Prior to coming to DPA, I taught in the public school system in grades K-12, including special education and gifted education. I also taught special education at the college level. I am a mother, grandmother, wife and an educator. Currently, I work with the DPA-IDEA program as an Education Specialist. I live on the Navajo Reservation with my husband, Leo Dayish. We have three boys included two sons who are United States Veterans with the Air Force and Army, and we have five grandchildren. In my free time, I enjoy listening to powwow music and Native American church songs. I also enjoy beadwork as a hobby. With all my experiences, I enjoy helping and supporting schools within the BIE in Special Education.
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