2026-2027 HBR PTO Board Members

Rachel Willey, President

Hi, I’m Rachel Willey and am excited to be the President for this upcoming school year. I live in Big Rock with my husband John, and our 3 kids.
Declan is in 9th grade, Seraphina is in 7th grade and Boden in 5th grade. I work full time at the Elementary School as a Secretary/ Library Assistant. I enjoy spending my time reading, napping and spending time with my family, friends and pets!

Kari Rogerson, Vice President

Hi, I’m Kari Rogerson and am excited to join HBR PTO as the Vice President for this upcoming school year. I live in Big Rock with my husband Ryan, and our 3 children.
Cole is in 7th Grade, Luke is in 2nd Grade and Ella is in Kindergarten. I own White Stone Events with my family and am ready to make this year the best yet.

Hillary Neibert, Secretary

Hi, I'm Hillary Neibert and the HBR PTO Secretary for the 2026-27 school year. I am an HBR alum, and moved back to Big Rock with my husband Matt and our children 6 years ago. I have 3 boys in HBR schools: a 10th Grader, a 7th Grader, and a 5th Grader this year. I work at NIU, and enjoy watching my kids participate in HBR sports, reading, and gardening in my spare time.  

I'm looking forward to volunteering at HBR PTO events this year, seeing familiar faces and meeting new families while supporting our schools! 

Mandy Thompson, Treasurer

Hi! I’m Mandy Thompson, and I’m excited to be part of the PTO this year and to get to know more of the families in our school community! I live in Hinckley with my partner Scott, my two kids, Mason, who is in 7th grade, and Iva, who is in 3rd grade. I work at Northern Illinois University and am currently finishing my doctorate in Higher Education Administration.

When we aren’t busy with school, work, and all the kids’ activities, we love spending time together, traveling, and making memories. We’re always up for an adventure, and one of our favorite things to do is visit amusement parks and ride ALL the roller coasters! We also love exploring new places and finding fun things to go together. I’m looking forward to a great school year and getting to know everyone!