Head Orchestra Director

Karen Russell moved to the KC area from Knoxville, TN where she taught at Bearden High School for two years after graduating with her MME. She was an active leader in her high school orchestra, band, and student government programs. In her free time, Karen enjoys spending time with her family, reading, playing board games, and exploring nature.

Bachelor of Music Education, University of Wyoming

Master of Music Education, University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Certificate of Music Theory Pedagogy, University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Phone:  913-780-7180 

Email: krussell@olatheschools.org