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2025 Award of Excellence: Dayja Yang, Tartan High School


Dayja Yang

Award of Excellence Characteristic: Achievement, Resilience

Mentor: Kasia Lee

Nominated By: Amy Knutson

Parent/Guardian: Yer Xiong & Pao Yang

Schools Attended: Cottage Grove Elementary, Oltman Middle School, Hmong College Prep Academy, Woodbury High School, Tartan High School

High School Experience: At Tartan High School, I focused on academics and completed college courses through PSEO. This experience taught me independence, time management, and prepared me to pursue my goals. I’m thankful for the support I received along the way.

Future Plans: I plan to become a pediatric nurse, providing care and support to children and their families, making a positive impact in their healthcare journey.