WAYNE ELLINGSEN:
Educational background: Bachelor of Science Degree, Bemidji, 1979, Master of Arts Degree. St. Thomas, 1995
Teaching experience: 2 years Choir 7-12 at Warroad. I started teaching Choir 7-12 at Crosby in 1981.
Why I became an educator: Teaching is a challenging job that is always changing. I enjoy challenges. It is rewarding to see that we as educators make a difference in children’s lives.
Coaching/advisor duties: Prom advisor 12 years, student council advisor 7 years, directed 2 school musicals, directed 15 Feast of Eastertide Productions, directed 12 Variety Shows, organized and implemented 13 choir tours to Chicago, St. Louis, Winnipeg, New York, and Orlando, teach voice lessons.
Other interests/hobbies: singing, hunting, fishing, all outdoor activities.