LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

Brandy Lennert was nominated by her colleague, Marcia Riendeau.

"Brandy gives so much of her life to the youth in her spheres of influence," explains Riendeau. "I first met her building sets for a production of the musical Little Women at Wild Rose High School in which both of our daughters were involved. The more time I spent with her, the more I observed how she took time with the students building and painting to share life lessons with them. She has an incredible way of observing people where they are at and knowing the right words that will help them improve their skills. This perception equips her perfectly for her position of lead teacher and coordinator at the Waupaca County Alternative Program, where she has served her students for nine years."

When the students come to this school, they are in need of more support than traditional students. Ms. Lennert finds a way to help them, whether it's listening to their frustrations, holding them accountable, wading through hours of writing IEPs for them, or finding innovative ways to help them learn. Her relentless pursuit of getting these students the support they need compels this nomination, as she effectively changes their lives for the better.

"Come and see her success stories as she celebrates each student who graduates from this program back to their school," said Riendeau.