Superintendent's Corner

From Our Superintendent

Dear Families and Staff,

As we bring another incredible school year to a close, we find ourselves at a bittersweet moment. While we look forward to the summer break, we also say a heartfelt goodbye to nine remarkable educators and staff members who are retiring.

Combined, these individuals have dedicated more than two centuries of service to our students, schools, and community. Their impact is woven into the very fabric of our district, and their absence will be deeply felt. Please join me in celebrating and thanking our 2026 retirees:

Hanover High School

• Sally Hair (24 Years): For nearly a quarter of a century, Sally has been a cornerstone of the HHS community. Her dedication to student growth in science and her steady presence coaching staff members have shaped students and staff.    
• Warren Tucker (13 Years): Warren’s 13 years at HHS have been marked by a deep commitment and passion to helping students achieve at high levels in mathematics and reach their full potential.
• Peter Isquith (7 Years): Though his time with us was the shortest of the group, Peter made every moment count, bringing invaluable expertise, energy, and care to our high schoolers.

Marion Cross Elementary School 

• Joyce Smollin (34 Years): It is hard to put into words the impact of a 34-year career. Joyce has been a pillar of the MCS community, welcoming decades of children and parents into the school with open arms.  Her legacy will endure for generations to come.

Bernice A. Ray Elementary School

• Della Domingue (39 Years Total): Della’s incredible 39-year career in schools includes 13 years at Orford and 26 wonderful years here at Ray. Her deep wisdom and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on our district. 
• Kristin Olmstead (27 Years): For 27 years, Kristin has poured her heart into the Ray School, creating a vibrant environment where students felt safe to grow and thrive.
• Nan Parsons (6 Years): Nan brought immense warmth and dedication to the Ray School over the last six years, quickly becoming an indispensable part of the school family.

Frances C. Richmond Middle School 

• Clifford Harriman (32 Years): Thirty-two years of navigating the middle school years requires a special kind of magic. Cliff has spent over three decades guiding, mentoring, and inspiring RMS students with patience and humor.
• Anissa Morrison (33 Years Total): Anissa has served our community in two profound chapters—spending 26 years inspiring students in the classroom as a teacher, and the last 7 years guiding our school community as a dedicated administrator. Her leadership and vision have been a true gift.

To our retirees: Thank you for your tireless energy, your patience, your expertise, and the love you have poured into our schools. You have changed lives, and you will always be a part of our district family. We wish you all the joy, relaxation, and adventure you so richly deserve in this next chapter.

I would also like to thank Colleen Roy for serving as our Interim Principal of the Ray School this year. This is a difficult position to move into so late in the summer, but Colleen did this with such professionalism and knowledge.  I am greatly appreciative of her willingness to fill in for the school year. I would also like to thank Anissa Morrison for serving as Interim Principal at RMS.  Again, it was extremely late in the summer when Anissa stepped into this role, but I knew the school would be in steady hands. I am so thankful that Anissa and Colleen were willing to take on such difficult roles at the last minute.  

To our parents and staff: Thank you for your partnership throughout this school year. I wish you all a safe, happy, and restful summer.

Warm regards,

Robin Steiner
Superintendent of Schools