Katie Coari
President
Started in December of 2016
Katie.Coari@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Coari decided to join the school board because she wanted to help make Brookwood grow while supporting the advancement of student achievement at the schools. She loves learning how the staff implements their instructional programs throughout the schools. What makes her most proud about being a part of Brookwood is the dedicated staff we have for our students, along with our dedicated students and parents.

Vicki Larson
Vice President
Started in 2022
Vicki.Larson@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Larson believe that schools are the essence of a community, and serving on the Genoa City Jt. 2 School Board to support students, families, and staff is an honor. As a Genoa City resident for 19 years, she has had the privilege to watch the community schools grow and evolve.  As an educator herself, she is highly passionate about student success and providing a well-rounded and diverse experience for all students. Her oldest son began his education at Brookwood Elementary School in Kindergarten and graduated from college in 2021; she attributes his success and preparation to our schools and community’s support, while her current middle schooler taking advantage of the variety of opportunities Genoa City offers.

Larson believes there are so many things to choose from when thinking about pride in our schools. However, she was most impressed with how the School Board and Leadership team continues to respond to challenging and unprecedented times, and sincerely appreciate all the dedication and time that has been placed upon our teachers and staff. Communication, transparency, and honesty are pillars of quality school districts and Genoa City Schools continue to make this a focus.

Phil Huff
Treasurer
Started in 2024
Phil.Huff@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Huff joined the GCJ2 school board because he saw it as an intriguing opportunity for him to impact our students and community in a positive way from outside of the classroom. He has been a part of the Badger High School teaching staff for the past 21 years and has seen first-hand the quality education that students from Brookwood have received as they continue onto Badger ready to excel to their next steps towards Greatness. He feels so much more connected to this community taking on this opportunity as he has lived in Genoa City since 2006 and is excited to get more involved in our schools and community.

Karen Druszczak
Board Clerk
Started in February of 2016
Karen.Druszczak@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Druszczak joined the school board after having held many positions within the school district, such as: PTO president, substitute teacher, and classroom teacher. She felt the holding a position as a school board member was a fitting contribution to the community. She enjoys continuing to learn and grow as a person and community member. What makes her most proud about Brookwood Schools is the excellent staff we have. They are an asset to our schools. The administration are also all wonderful professionals and caring people.

Mike Smith
Board Deputy Clerk
Started February 2023
Mike.Smith@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Katie Coari, President
Vicki Larson, Vice President
Phil Huff, Treasurer
Karen Druszczak, Board Clerk
Mike Smith, Board Deputy Clerk

Genoa City Joint 2 School District
Brookwood Schools
P.O. Box 250
1020 Hunters Ridge Drive
Genoa City, WI 53128