We’re Whitefish Bay Residents — Just Like You
Who We Are
We are a group of engaged parents and community members who believe deeply in the value of strong public schools and the role they play in shaping our community’s future. Our mission is to provide clear, accurate information about the upcoming school capital referendum and why this investment matters for our students, neighbors, and village.
We believe that informed communities make the best decisions — and we’re proud to support a thoughtful, transparent plan for our schools’ future.
This effort is 100% community-driven. We are volunteers who care about safe, modern learning environments, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and long-term planning that benefits both current and future generations. We know strong schools are essential for academic excellence and property values. Our goal is to help voters understand the needs behind the referendum, the solutions being proposed, and the impact this investment will have on our schools and community. Strong schools build strong communities.
Kailyn Gee
Kailyn grew up in Whitefish Bay and graduated from WFB High School in 2004. After a decade on the West Coast, she moved back to WFB - for the community and for the public schools. Her two boys are in school at Cumberland and Lydell. She firmly believes the schools are the heart of WFB and strongly supports the investment in our community, now and for future generations.
Zak grew up in Whitefish Bay and graduated from WFBHS in 2009. After 14 years away, he and his wife, Caitleen, moved back to be closer to family (both sets of parents continue to call WFB home). Their older daughter attends school with the wonderful faculty and staff at Cumberland. Zak is passionate about reinvesting in Whitefish Bay and making it a great place for all the students in our community.
Zachary Kaplan
Brett Christiansen
Brett Christiansen and his wife Liz are long-time residents of Whitefish Bay, both graduating from WFB High School in 2004 (Go Dukes!), when Brett was valedictorian. Brett is a strong believer in public schools, joining the WFB School District School Board in 2017. His advocacy for voting Yes on the referendum is in his capacity as a private citizen and does not represent the District or the School Board.
Brett and Liz's two kids currently attend Cumberland and WFB Middle School. They know first-hand the amazing impact our teachers and schools have on our kids and our community. Brett believes that investing in our public schools today will ensure that their impact continues long after his kids have left the District.
Anne Kearney
Anne Kearney has lived with her husband Joseph and their children in Whitefish Bay for over 20 years. While her sons have graduated from the District, they continue to benefit from the outstanding educators and the supportive learning environment of Whitefish Bay schools. Anne has a law degree from Harvard Law School and serves as a clinical professor. She served on the Whitefish Bay School Board for 12 years.
Samantha Luber
Samantha grew up in Whitefish Bay (graduating WFBHS in ‘09), where both her parents and grandparents lived, and attended Whitefish Bay schools. After spending a decade living and working on the West Coast in the tech industry, she relocated with her family (her 3 yr old daughter and golden retriever) back to Whitefish Bay in 2024.
She’s passionate about strong public schools and excited to be involved in the community that shaped her and to help support strong schools for the next generation of Whitefish Bay students.