Hodag Tech Fest

I have 25 years of experience in the education of young students through adults. I began my teaching career as an elementary teacher, and worked primarily in a 1st grade classroom for 9 years. I am currently the Instructional Technology Coordinator for the School District of Rhinelander, and provide technology staff development and support as teachers integrate 21st Century skills and resources in their classroom. I also works to ensure that... Read More →

Laura Tooke Effinger began her educational career as a 6th grade teacher with the School District of Rhinelander in 1992, later she helped plan and start a PBL charter school, and is now a Library Media Specialist for the School District of Rhinelander. Her favorite part of her current role is helping encourage students and staff to find ways to expand the classroom beyond school walls and clocks to make learning timely, relevant and... Read More →

Ellie Rumney taught for 12 years before becoming a Library Media Specialist for the School District of Rhinelander. As a teacher, she was passionate about integrating technology and 21st Century Skills into her classroom. Her journey to become an LMS gave her access to an amazing learning network of professionals that she relies on in the current educational climate. As a Library Media Specialist, she continues to share her enthusiasm for 21st... Read More →