Annette Schalla: I grew up outside of Hammond and am a graduate of St. Croix Central. After graduation I attended UW-Madison and got my BS in Life Science Communications and Dairy Science. I spent just over a year in Michigan working in sales with dairy farmers before returning to Madison to complete my MS in Dairy Science. I’ve been back in the district for twelve years. Currently, my husband Steve and I own and operate Bomaz Farms with my parents, brother, and sister-in-law. We have three kids in the district ranging from 5th grade to kindergarten.

Brad Wester: I was born and raised in Bruce WI. Parents still live there today. I have one older sister who lives in New Glarus WI and has been a teacher in Madison for 28 years. We have lived in Hammond since 2006 and have three sons. Carter Wester graduated in 2021 and attends UW Stevens Point where he is studying Wildlife Biology. My Son Caden Wester is a senior at SCC this year and will be attending UW Eau Claire and major in Education. He will also be playing football for the Blugolds. My youngest son is Cohen Wester, and he is currently in 8th Grade. My wife Heather is a secretary at the high school currently after transferring from the elementary school where she worked for the past 8 years. I am the General Manager/VP of Operations for Premium Waters, Inc. I have been with the company for 22 ½ years. Premium Waters is a high-level sponsor of the SCC school district and community.

St. Croix Central School District

2024 School Board Candidates

Please tell us about your background. Please include how long you have lived in the district, hometown, family, primary occupation, etc.)

Please tell us why you have decided to run for the SCC School Board?

Do you have any leadership experiences that correlate with your candidacy for the school board? If so, please elaborate.

What are some of your fundamental core beliefs or guiding principles as it relates to your candidacy for school board?

What do you see as the strengths of SCC?

What concerns will have to be addressed by the school board over the next 3-5 years?

What unique skills and assets do you possess that will make you a successful board member?

Are there any closing statements you would like to make in regards to your candidacy for the school board?