When talking with new Platte Center Elementary School Principal Brandon Nygren, it’s easy to see his passion for education.

The Ashland native grew up surrounded by family members who had the same desire. Nygren’s mother was an elementary teacher for 35 years while his father has been on the school board for over 15 years in Ashland. On top of that, some of Nygren’s grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins are in the education field.

“Growing up with a mom as a teacher, I enjoyed helping her in her classroom,” Nygren said. “So I knew at a young age I wanted to be a teacher. … It’s one of those things where education is in my blood. It’s been a part of my life.”

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