“What I admire about Chris Bauer is that when he sees a problem, he rolls up his sleeves and gets to work.

He's adept at rallying people around a shared cause, whether advocating for his neighborhood school, working to pass the school district's referenda, or lobbying for more public school funding in the state budget. He's the first to reach out to someone who might think differently from him on an issue in order to understand their perspective and find common ground.

Chris is smart, strategic, hard-working and kind, and I know he'll do an outstanding job on the Wauwatosa School Board. “

- Nikki E.

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“I am excited to support Chris for seat #2 on the Wauwatosa School Board. He has shown incredible dedication to all students in our district and has worked tirelessly to advocate that our students and staff have what they need to succeed. 

I believe that he can and if needed, will challenge district officials and hold them accountable to ensure that Wauwatosa students remain the priority. 

Over the last couple years he has thrown himself into learning about how public education funding works and has successfully helped Wauwatosa pass a needed referendum but it doesn’t stop there. He will put his all into making sure those funds are well managed and that WSD is the very best for our kids.”  

- Alexa R.

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“I endorse Chris Bauer for a seat on the Wauwatosa School Board.  He has the experience, knowledge, and skills for the role.  He is a proven leader in the community.  He will help the District continue to improve in academics, and financial management.  He will ask questions, listen, and evaluate all facts, opinions and scenarios in making decisions.  He wants all students to succeed in academic skills and life skills, and he knows the District staff, administrators, and curriculum are key players to students' success.  He is a positive and engaged advocate for Wauwatosa Schools.“ 

- Rita W

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“Chris quickly took an active leadership role with the Eisenhower PTA and showed that he can get parents, teachers, and administrators to work together for education.  He’s volunteering his time because he understands how to help the educational system!” 

- Jerry S

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"I've had the pleasure of working with Chris for many years. He's very easy to work with-- he explains complicated concepts clearly, respects the expertise of his colleagues, and is both prompt and patient in his communication. "

- K. Neeland

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“I know Chris to have the three most important characteristics a school board member needs – a desire to make schools work for kids, parents, and community members alike; a practical knowledge of how school board governance works; and a willingness to look closely at particular issues and make careful judgments about practical tradeoffs.

Chris would make a good board member because he’s dedicated to ensuring that our schools pursue academic excellence in a publicly responsible way.”

-Derek G

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“Chris is a proven problem solver. He has shown a strong commitment to Wauwatosa schools and is willing to work tirelessly to effectuate change. He is a strong advocate of public education who is capable of working cooperatively to address and solve complex problems with modern solutions. 

I'm excited to support Chris for Wauwatosa School Board and hope you'll join me.”

- Emily B

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“Chris Bauer exhibits all of the soft business skills necessary to interact and manage clients of Catapult Commercialization Services. In addition, Chris, as CFO, takes on all the responsibilities associated with planning and managing business financials. He does this all in a way that utilizes inherent skills in managing people.

Chris is well suited for public service.” 

-Jim J

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“I am happy to support Chris Bauer for school board. Thorough and analytical, Chris has a deep understanding of the challenges facing our district and he will approach issues with a data-driven mindset, ensuring that every decision is well-informed and in the best interest of our students.

I have seen Chris’s natural ability to bring people together, creating a spirit of cooperation and shared purpose. This will be an asset on the board, helping to foster collaboration and partnerships to move our district forward.”

-Kristin H

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“I am proud to support Chris Bauer for school board. Chris and I worked closely together to support the 2024 school referendum. Chris is thoughtful and thorough in his decision making. He has excellent listening and communication skills. All of these qualities will serve him and our community well as a board member.” 

-Abby N

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“Chris Bauer is a highly intelligent, motivated CFO that leads his executive team at Catapult with integrity and a level head.  He does not take up a position until he has heard both evidence and rationale.” 

-Jamie VJ, local small business owner

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“I've known Chris to be a dedicated and passionate supporter of Tosa public schools. He has been involved in many activities in his child's school, takes on responsibilities for projects there, and genuinely cares about all children having meaningful and successful experiences in our schools.” 

-Dori D

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“Chris effectively facilitates workflow for team members, providing efficient and timely support. He consistently demonstrates a positive and supportive demeanor in daily work interactions, actively listens to colleagues and readily assists with their needs.”

-Gina A

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“As a parent and volunteer, Chris has been an incredibly positive presence in the Wauwatosa school district. He is thoughtful in his collaboration, and effective in his advocacy. He will be a valuable addition to the school board.”

-Kelly G

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“As Eisenhower's PTA president, Chris stepped up and guided our parent community through a tumultuous transition of school staffing and change in the building. He has spent countless hours volunteering at school events and advocating for Eisenhower's needs.

His desire to improve the Wauwatosa School District is apparent in his devotion to learning about both the district and the public education system in Wisconsin. “

-Andrea F

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“It has been a pleasure to get to work with Chris on the PTA. He is always conscious of the many viewpoints present in a room and welcomes open discussion. Chris has worked hard to advocate for our students at the elementary level and it excites me to know he could put that passion and energy to use at the district level.” 

-Stacy K

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“Chris would be a great representative of the Tosa community on the WSD School Board.  He is a compassionate advocate of all students, teachers, staff and the community.

Through our years together on the Eisenhower PTA and Yes to Tosa Kids, he demonstrated transparent leadership, open communication and a desire for input from all voices.”

-Sarah T.

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“Chris has been a devoted advocate for our children’s education & funding, working tirelessly to ensure every child has an equal opportunity for the resources they need to thrive.

He has been known for his generosity & quick action while supporting Eisenhower, always the first to step forward, offering support & inspiring others to join the cause.

It has been truly a pleasure to work with him the last couple of years in the PTA”.

-Sadie H

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“With his education in teaching and finances, Chris is a quality school board candidate what will provide informed decisions and offer a willingness to discuss and process all points of view.”

- Laura Harfst Holveck, MSW, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP, CCAP, parent, Dogmom, 2002 reginal spelling bea runer up, fluter

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“Chris is a former high school math teacher who then transitioned into financial services. He currently serves as chief financial officer for Catapult Commercialization Services, Inc.

He's a highly involved Westside dad who served as Eisenhower Elementary's PTA president during a time of great upheaval and dramatic turnaround. He has deep knowledge of our school district after participating in the Superintendent's Community Leadership Academy last year. He also served as treasurer of the recent Yes to Tosa Kids campaign and has taken a lead role in advocating for more public school funding in the next state budget. “

-Sandra Z.

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