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Message from the Superintendent

I am honored to be superintendent of Orono Schools and to work in collaboration with the School Board, teachers, staff members, students, parents and community members to provide an outstanding experience for every Orono student. 

I have worked in public education since 2001 and have been with Orono Schools since 2003. Before taking on the Superintendent role, I was Director of Special Services. Through this role, I provided leadership in the areas of special education, gifted and talented, guidance and mental health, character education, English Language Learners and emergency procedures. I am deeply committed to building upon our excellent school district and strengthening the environment to help all children thrive.

I passionately believe that the future arrives on our campus every school morning. Through our care and commitment, the future steps out after graduation and upholds all we stand for: strong character, connected relationships, and a commitment to lifelong scholarship. Our future is Orono students. 

Thank you for your support and partnership.

Kristine Flesher, Ed.D.

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Kristine Flesher, Superintendent

Kristine Flesher, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools
kristine.flesher@orono.k12.mn.us
952-449-8305

Dr. Scott Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
Dr. Aaron Ruhland, Executive Director of Learning & Accountability
Nick Taintor, CPA, Director of Business Services
Corinna Graner, Director of Special Services
Tiffany Clifton, Community Education Director
Lyssa Campbell, Director of Communications
Portrait of Kristin Palm, Admin Asst. to the Superintendent
Dr. Adam Lamparske, Orono Schumann Elementary Principal
Mary Jodl Ernhart, Intermediate School Principal
Kimberly Van Eyll, Orono Middle School Associate Principal
Dr. Amy Steiner, Orono High School Principal
Erin Head, OHS Associate Principal
Paul Brunner, Director of Athletics and Student Activities
Sean Beaverson, Director of Technology


Superintendent's Updates

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January 9, 2026
  • Schumann building update
  • Sienna Sether leadership recognition
  • Excellence in financial reporting

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December 19, 2025
  • OHS College & Career Center
  • Seasonal connectedness activities
  • Winter sports update

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November 25, 2025
  • Community Safety Summit
  • "Under the Sea" display at OIS
  • Fall athletics results

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November 7, 2025
  • Veterans Day program invitation
  • New main entry procedures
  • 2026-27 calendar & enrollment

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October 16, 2025
  • Performing Arts events
  • Student awards
  • Fall athletics update

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September 24, 2025
  • "I Believe In You" video
  • 2025 Homecoming recap
  • School Board highlights

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August 29, 2025
  • Welcome new staff
  • Community Ed summer recap
  • Campus improvements

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