08/21/2026
Help us welcome a new staff member!
Katie Bernecker - High School Ag Teacher
"I grew up on a dairy farm in Marshfield, Wisconsin, where I was involved in all aspects of farm life. From raising pigs and steers to show at our local county fair to milking cows, feeding animals, and helping with the daily chores, agriculture was a big part of my childhood. Those experiences taught me the value of hard work and responsibility. Today, my family and I live just outside of Chetek, where we enjoy having land to raise our family on and continue to appreciate the rural lifestyle and values that were such an important part of my upbringing.
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education with a minor in Horticulture from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls.
I have 10 years of teaching experience, with my most recent teaching position being a five-year role at Flambeau as the Agriculture Education teacher and FFA Advisor. I have also taught at Montello, Pulaski, and Bay Port. For the past eight years, I have worked as the Office Manager at Lake Country Marina in Chetek. Although this position was not directly in education, it provided me with many opportunities to teach, train, and work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
As I grew up on a dairy farm, I was very active in both 4-H and FFA. My parents encouraged me to get involved in these organizations, and those experiences really expanded my horizons and opened my eyes to many opportunities. I was fortunate to have great advisors who made a lasting impact on me and inspired me to become an educator myself. I hope to have that same positive impact on my students by helping them develop lifelong skills, discover their passions, and appreciate the many opportunities available through agriculture and FFA.
I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, relaxing at the lake, snowmobiling, and being outdoors.
I have always heard wonderful things about Cameron from students, staff, and community members. The strong sense of community and the school’s commitment to students made it an easy decision, and I am excited to become part of the Cameron family."