A Message from Principal Oreluk
Dear Gemini Families and Community Members,
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year. I’m honored to serve as the new principal of Gemini Middle School, a school known for its excellence and commitment to student success and equity. Gemini has a proud tradition of excellence, and I'm excited to build upon that legacy.
Gemini is a place where every student belongs. We recognize that middle school is a unique time that is exciting, challenging, and full of growth. Our staff is here to support your child every step of the way in a learning environment that is academically strong, inclusive, and responsive. Guided by District 63’s vision, we’re dedicated to nurturing the whole child and helping all students thrive in a changing world.
Family and community partnerships are essential to our success. I encourage you to stay connected and talk with your child about their day, attend school events, and consider joining our Gemini Parent Teacher Organization that supports our school, students, and staff.
I'm excited to learn and grow alongside our students, staff, and families this year. Please contact me if I can be of help or if you have any questions by calling our school office or emailing me directly at aoreluk@emsd63.org.
Best regards,
Dr. Alexandra Oreluk
Principal
847.827.1181
About Principal Oreluk
Principal at Gemini since 2025, Dr. Oreluk formerly served as Principal of Willow Springs School District 108. She began her career as a special education teacher at North Palos School District 117 in Hickory Hills, and held assistant principal positions in two districts – Frankfort Community Consolidated School District 157-C and Elmwood Park Community Unit School District 401 – before taking on her Willow Springs role in 2021.
After completing her B.S. in special education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Oreluk earned an M.A. in principal preparation from Concordia University and an Ed.D. in leadership and learning in organizations at Vanderbilt University.