top of page
Watermark for light Background.png
innovating logo.png

Riverview School District 407

Meet the Team

This is the space to introduce the team and what makes it special. Describe the team culture and work philosophy. To help site visitors connect with the team, add details about team members’ experience and skills.

Christopher Collins

Director of Information Technology

Chris has been Riverview’s Director of Information Technology for eight years. In co-founding the advisory, he is deeply committed to transforming education through the thoughtful integration of technology.

Dr. Susan Leach

Superintendent of Riverview Schools

Dr. Leach is in her fourth year with Riverview. She is a long-time educator and consistent supporter of technology in education. The evolution of the Student AI Advisory stemmed from her Superintendent's Student Advisory.

Grace Haraden

Student Advisor

Grace has been with Advisory team for two years now and is passionate about the role of AI on students futures.

Ian Nachreiner

Student Advisor

Ian joined the committee as a sophomore. He views AI as pivotal topic within schools, and seeks to help the committee by providing student voice, and his views as an infrequent but open-minded AI user.

Jen Bauer

Data Integration & Assessment Coordinator

Jen is a former educator who is dedicated to making learning accessible to everyone – students, staff and families. In her role as Data Integration & Assessment Coordinator, she welcomes opportunities to leverage technology in educational spaces.

Lily Watkins

Student Advisor

Lily joined the AI Student Advisory junior year and has continued into 12th grade and is interested in helping AI become a safe ethical tool for future students.

Lydia Swenson

Lead Student Advisor

Lydia started her journey with the Superintendent's Student Advisory and quickly found a keen interest in co-founding and leading this team.

Rylan Orman

Lead Student Advisor - Graduated

Rylan was a founding contributor to district technology initiatives through his role as an IT student intern. A graduate of the Class of 2025, he supported the development and launch of this team.

Sophia Watkins

Student Advisor

Tracie Kelly

Principal - Cedarcrest High School

Tracie has been a pillar to incorporating technology into student learning. Long time teacher and now administrator she will continue to play a key role.

bottom of page