Kristine Micheles

Kristine Micheles is in her second year in Oak Park 97, joining our community with over 16 years of experience. The first 11 years of her career, she was a special education teacher supporting students at both elementary and high school levels and in co-taught and self-contained settings. She moved on to be a Student Services Coordinator, a role aligned to that of an Assistant Principal, for another 5 years at the elementary level. She is enjoying utilizing her years of experience as a current Student Support Specialist at Brooks, strengthening systems and facilitating student and solution-focused conversations.

Mrs. Micheles is a Leaders for Just Schools certified educator and spent 4 years co-facilitating a cohort for the Opportunity Coalition Network, supporting educators in creating racially, socially, and educationally just environments. She has earned a Master of Education in General Administration and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading Teacher Endorsement.

With almost two decades of experience, Mrs. Micheles is excited to be part of the Oak Park 97 community!