About Us

 

Rilke Schule Inc.

RSI is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports Rilke Schule German Immersion School. Rilke Schule is a Kindergarten through 8th grade, public charter school within the Anchorage School District. It is Alaska’s only German immersion program.

The board has a history of longevity among its members with most members serving two 3-year terms. RSI is always looking for additional parent volunteers to help with the numerous tasks it undertakes throughout the year. As a volunteer board, additional assistance is always appreciated.
RSI is the only organization affiliated with Rilke Schule that can hold long-term funds for the school's future needs. All proceeds for RSI revenue streams and donations are used to support Rilke Schule.

 

Mission

Ensure sustainable access to German immersion and cultural education in Alaska

Purpose

Building a future for Rilke Schule.

Core Values

Sustainability: Creating a future.

DEIA: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.

Commitment: Committing to support Rilke and its families.

Transparency: Communicate openly through leadership and fiscal stewardship.

Collaboration: Strengthening partnerships to move mission.

Left to Right: Shawna, Danielle, Katherine, Joslyn, Rebecca and Connor

RSI Board Members

Katherine Riling, Chair Katherine.Riling@rilkeschuleinc.org

Shawna Popovici, Vice Chair Shawna.Popovici@rilkeschuleinc.org

Joslyn Blanchard, Treasurer Joslyn.Blanchard@rilkeschuleinc.org

Conor McCutcheon, Vice Treasurer Conor.McCutcheon@rilkeschuleinc.org

Rebecca Colvin, Secretary Rebecca.Colvin@rilkeschuleinc.org

Danielle Kalseth, Board Member Danielle.Kalseth@rilkeschuleinc.org