Orono Public Schools encompasses 49 square miles of Western Hennepin County and serves all or parts of the cities of Independence, Long Lake, Maple Plain, Medina, Minnetonka Beach and Orono. Some 2,900 students attend Orono Schumann Elementary School, Orono Intermediate School, Orono Middle School and Orono High School, all of which are located on a 120-acre central campus. The District is part of the Metro West Conference for athletics and activities. 

Orono Public Schools follows a strong core curriculum with options to meet the needs of all learners, including a robust Advanced Placement (AP) offering, K-12 gifted education and special education programming. Technology enhances student learning in a variety of subjects. A full complement of academic and athletic co-curricular programs augments the core curriculum with an 85% participation rate at the high school level.

Orono Schools has been distinguished as a National District of Character for its exemplary character education program. In 2022, Orono High School was ranked the #1 traditional high school in Minnesota by U.S. News and World Report. 

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Education

Orono Public Schools

Kristine Flesher

Katie Bucka

Adam Lamparske

Tiffany Clifton

Lyssa Campbell

Paul Brunner

Scott Alger

The Education and Instruction team at Orono Public Schools is dedicated to delivering high-quality educational experiences tailored to the diverse needs of students from kindergarten through grade 12. This team of passionate educators collaborates to implement rigorous curricula, foster a supportive learning environment, and integrate technology into lessons, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel academically and develop strong character traits. Their collective efforts contribute to the district's distinction as a National District of Character and support the high engagement rates in co-curricular programs.

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