Hello my name is Nancy Merwin. I have a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and a master's degree in Elementary Education. This will be my 30th year teaching at Cuba City School District. The classes I teach include: Foods for Life, Foods and Fitness, Foods of the World, Culinary Arts, Parenting, Assistant Child Care Teacher, Adult Living, Seventh Grade Exploratory and Youth Tutor Youth, along with coordinating Youth Apprentices. Additionally, I am the adviser for FCCLA and Educators Rising. I love helping students prepare for their future, whether it is in their personal life or professionally. It is great seeing their "ah ha" moments! I spend free time playing with our dog, taking rides or watching movies.
Brett Lesniak Vice President
Hello my name is Brett Lesniak. I graduated from UW-Stout and have my bachelor's and master's degrees in Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Health Education. This will be my 32nd year teaching at Stevens Point Area High School. The classes I teach include: Health Science, Medical Terminology, Design Studio, Interior Architecture and Design, Fashion Design and Merchandising and Leadership. What I most enjoy about teaching FCS is seeing students make connections with future career pathways. In my free time, I enjoy camping, quilting, boating, and crafting.
Nicole Wallander Vice President Elect
Greetings! I am Nicole Wallander and hail from the east side of the state. This year I am going into my 9th year of teaching, 5th year in FCS. Prior to teaching FCS I taught Agriculture Education and was the FFA Advisor for the respected program. Teaching CTE's is a passion of mine and engaging with students daily is what brings me joy. Valders High School is where I teach Culinary Arts 1-4, Clothing & Textiles 1-3, Child Development, Intro to Health Occupations, and 8th Grade Exploration in FCS. In addition, we have are going into our 3rd year of FCCLA. Valders is a small rural school district, but we are mighty. Seeing students grow in the program from the Foundation courses to the advanced courses is one of the best parts of my job. Along with being able to see the creative side of students. This summer we added our greatest addition to our family, baby Charlee. He takes up most of my day now as he is a hungry little boy. We cannot wait to watch him grow, find out his favorite things, and share my passions with him. Some of my hobbies are camping, reading a good novel, baking treats, tending to my flowers, or sewing on rainy days. I sure hope Charlee will take a liking to one of these.
