Superintendent Dr. Jeff Pesta
![]() Prior to entering the education field, Dr. Pesta served in the U.S. Army. In addition to teaching science and graduate courses for aspiring administrators, he has also worked as a biologist for the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and the Minnesota Zoo. His areas of research expertise are North Pacific Fisheries and Minnesota-Mexico transnational communities. Jeff earned his Ed.D. in School Leadership at the University of St. Thomas. He also earned a M.Ed. in Science Education from the University of Minnesota and Biology, Business Administration, and School Administration degrees from Minnesota State University-Mankato. Jeff and his wife are proud parents of two adult children. They are currently enjoying life at their new home in beautiful Deer River! |
Contact: jpesta@isd317.org |