Missy Dean serves as principal of Gateway Tech High School, a position she has held for three years. She joined the education field in 2009, teaching a variety of grade levels including special education.  Missy holds a master's degree in Mathematics Education and has been with Orenda Charter Schools for 13 years.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in Equine Science from Texas A&M University and became a certified riding instructor, training horses in all disciplines. She graduated from the prestigious High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Missy had a passion for violin, playing for 12 years, including the opportunity to play Carnegie Hall.  

Wayne Voto is set to begin his first year at Gateway Tech and his fourth overall at Orenda Education.  Prior to joining Gateway Tech, Wayne taught English/Language Arts at Nolan Creek in Belton. Originally from Flint, MI, he earned his bachelors of education from the University of Michigan. Prior to teaching, Wayne had a career in training/customer service. He and his wife, Amanda, have a chocolate Labrador named Teddy.  Some of Wayne’s hobbies include watching the Michigan Wolverines and the Detroit Tigers. He also enjoys reading, especially comic books and watching science fiction.

Born and raised in Taylor, Halley joined Gateway Tech in 2021.  She attended Temple College after graduating from Taylor High School. Halley is a licensed insurance agent and she and her husband have two sons. Her hobbies include hiking, day-tripping and spending time at the lake.