Meet the Team
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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.

