Rhinelander Partners in Education is an all volunteer, non-profit organization comprised of area business, education and community leaders.
Our Mission: Connecting students and partners through community collaboration and real-world learning.
Board members meet the third Friday of each month beginning at 8:15 am at various locations. Please contact us for location.
2025-2026 Officers and Executive Committee
President - Amy Vanney - Nicolet National Bank
Vice-President - Leah Van Zile - Wisconsin Public Service
Treasurer - Nicole Brand - Ripco Credit Union
Secretary - Sarah Gruber - Nicolet College
​
2025-2026 Board of Directors
Lexi Allen, School District of Rhinelander
Lara Barbour, Ascension
Eric Burke, School District of Rhinelander
Mike Cheslock, School District of Rhinelander
Renee Draszkiewicz
Nathan Fiebke, Fiebke Dental
Lloyd Gauthier, Rhinelander Police Department
Tiki Krueger-Boehm - Park City Credit Union
Sarah Jones - Ahlstrom
Linda May, YMCA of the Northwoods
Sarah Morris, NRG Media
Jenny Mork, CrossTrac
Jed Noles, YMCA of the Northwoods
Ryan Ourada, School District of Rhinelander
Janelle Ponczoch, Marshfield Clinic
Tracy Ridderbusch, Klinner Insurance
Lauren Sackett, Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
​
2025-2026 Student Board Members
Luna Grage
Seth Nofftz
​​
​
​
​
Partnership & Marketing Committee
Focus efforts to develop new partnerships and collaborate with current partners. Oversees PIE website and communications to promote awareness and grow PIE.
Chair: Lauren Sackett
Committee Members: Mike Cheslock, Sarah Gruber, Sarah Morris
​
Teacher Appreciation Committee
Recognizes the efforts of teachers.
Chair: Amy Vanney
Committee Members: Ryan Ourada, Sarah Gruber
​
Events Committee
Coordinates the wide variety of PIE events and develops new opportunities for students.
Chair: Lara Barbour
Committee Members: Amy Vanney, Jenny Mork, Leah Van Zile, Lloyd Gauthier, Mike Cheslock, Sarah Gruber, Sidney Ring, Tracy Ridderbusch
​
Career Connections Committee
Chair: Lexi Allen - School District of Rhinelander
Committee Members: Amy Vanney, Eric Burke, Leah Van Zile
​
Golden Apple Committee
Chairs: Amy Vanney and Lauren Sackett
Committee Members: Beth Bloom, Kate Ferrel, Ryan Ourada, Sarah Gruber
Contact Us
