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.
2026-2027 Officers and Executive Committee
President - Amy Vanney - Nicolet National Bank
Vice-President - Leah Van Zile - Wisconsin Public Service
Treasurer - Renee Draszkiewicz, Goodwill
Secretary - Sarah Gruber - Nicolet College
2026-2027 Board of Directors
Lexi Allen, School District of Rhinelander
Lara Barbour, Nicolet College
Eric Burke, School District of Rhinelander
Mike Cheslock, School District of Rhinelander
Nathan Fiebke, Fiebke Dental
Bristel Hamburg, Oneida County EDC
Tiki Krueger-Boehm - Park City Credit Union
Sarah Jones - Ahlstrom
Linda May, YMCA of the Northwoods
Jenny Mork, CrossTrac
Ryan Ourada, School District of Rhinelander
Janelle Ponczoch, Marshfield Clinic
Tracy Ridderbusch, Klinner Insurance
Lauren Sackett, Rhinelander Chamber
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, Tiki Krueger-Boehm
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, Mike Cheslock, Sarah Gruber, 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