Laan came to Pendleton from Caldwell, Idaho, where she taught 3^rd Grade for the past two years. Prior to that, she taught 1^st Grade at Highland Hills Elementary in Hermiston.

A graduate of Eastern Oregon University, Laan is currently working on her Master’s Degree in School Counseling from the University of the Southwest.

She was drawn to Pendleton for its small-town feel and community support. She values her family and enjoys the outdoors and cross-fit training.