Board Members

Dr. Nina Christensen serves as the President of the school board. Her term expires in April 2025.

Dr. Christensen and her family have lived in Menomonee Falls since 2009. Her two daughters, Isabella and Olivia, currently attend Menomonee Falls High School.

Dr. Christensen was raised in California and graduated from the University of California, San Diego, with a double major in Biology and Psychology. She entered professional school in Chicago, where she earned her Doctorate of Optometry. Dr. Christensen's career path has led her to work at several Veterans Hospitals and medical facilities and own her practice.

A couple years ago, Dr. Christensen decided to slow down in her career to spend time with family and redirect her focus on volunteerism. Dr. Christensen continues to provide patient care part-time and devotes a considerable amount of her time to volunteering for Wisconsin Adopt a Golden Retriever (WAAGR), Dog2Dogtags, and TeamLiftInc.

Dr. Christensen has dedicated her life to being of service to others professionally and personally. She is committed to bringing that same commitment, compassion, and dedication to serving our community as a school board member.

Dr. Joel Woppert is a resident of Menomonee Falls and has been serving the community in various roles for over 10 years. His term expires in April 2026.

Dr. Joel and his wife have two children that currently attend schools in the Menomonee Falls School District. Dr. Joel is also actively involved in the Menomonee Falls Junior Phoenix Football and Cheerleading program as a Board Member and active coach in football.

Dr. Joel was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI and graduated from Herzing University with a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). After working in various leadership roles with numerous organizations, Dr. Joel earned his Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) from Capella University in 2024. Dr. Joel's career path has led him to work currently as the Director of Information Technology at Washington County, located in West Bend, WI.

Dr. Joel has dedicated life to serving and helping others. He enjoys giving his time and talents to help support his community, our schools, church, family and friends. He is dedicated and committed to serving the community of Menomonee Falls as a school board member.

Sarah and her husband moved to Menomonee Falls from Green Bay nine years ago. They are proud to call Menomonee Falls home and have been engaged in the community as they raise their four children, two of which since graduated from Menomonee Falls. Her term expires in April 2026.

Before moving to Menomonee Falls, Sarah worked at Life Skills International. With offices in more than 20 states & having helped over 200,000 people, the program supports the development of key character traits that establish healthy foundations for living. As a leader in the organization, it required her to wear many hats, from day-to-day business operations to strategic growth and business development. She is certified in the organization and facilitated multiple concurrent classes, leading each group through the 6-month course. There, she learned a lot about human behavior and psychology and looks forward to the opportunity to use those skills to serve the young people in our community.

Years ago, she made the decision to walk away from the workforce to be at home with her children. This has given her the opportunity to lead numerous Mothers of Preschooler’s groups, actively volunteer at her children’s schools, and at church leading women’s bible studies.

As she believes children are our most valuable investment – being our future, our legacy, and our community - she knows that by investing in their education & providing a solid foundation, we will reap the benefits for generations to come. She is excited to see what can be achieved working with the district staff to serve and prepare our students.

Board Member Langer's term expires in April 2027.

Board Member Langer grew up in Menomonee Falls, attended Ben Franklin Elementary, North Middle School, and is a 1998 graduate of MFHS. After graduation, Travis enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. In 2003, Travis was deployed to Iraq as an infantryman during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon returning home from Iraq, Travis earned a degree in Automotive Technologies from Universal Technical Institute. Most recently, Travis started his own business based here in Menomonee Falls, Langers Auto Spa, serving Menomonee Falls and the Greater Metro Area.

Travis is married to Jenny (MFHS 2002), and they have two children both attending Menomonee Falls High School. In their free time, they enjoy going out on their boat, hiking, taking their Golden Doodle, Vinny to the dog park, and going out to eat.

Travis has volunteered his time with the Menomonee Falls Little League, Menomonee Falls Youth Wrestling Club, and is a member of the Menomonee Falls American Legion. He’s passionate about helping others, and is excited to serve on the School Board.

Dr. Jesse Cramer and his wife, Michelle, moved to Menomonee Falls approximately a decade ago because of the great schools in the Falls. Jesse and his wife have a daughter in elementary school and a son who will enter the district in 2027.

Jesse is public school educated and attended K-12th grade in Waterford, WI public schools. He went on to graduate with a PharmD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Since graduating, Jesse has devoted himself to improving the health of kids. Jesse previously worked as a pediatric clinical pharmacist and is now a pharmacy manager in a large area hospital overseeing practice advancement and pediatric investigational medication trials. Jesse also holds an appointment as an assistant professor of clinical sciences at a local university where he lectures throughout the year. Leveraging these two roles, Jesse also performs his own research, with numerous scientific publications to his name, and also actively mentors graduate students.

Jesse is excited to serve our schools by ensuring that our students gain all the knowledge they need to succeed beyond high school and to support our educators in their mission to enhance our children's futures.

Hallie Newman Schmeling is a lifelong Menomonee Falls resident, devoted mother, and experienced classroom teacher with a deep passion for public education and healthy child development. A proud Menomonee Falls graduate, she attended K–12 in the district and comes from generations rooted in this community.

Hallie holds degrees in Math and Special Education from UW–Eau Claire and a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from UW–Milwaukee. She spent 12 years as a Special Education teacher at a public high school, bringing compassion and innovation to her work. Her experience gives her real insight and practical solutions to bring to the school board.

Hallie and her husband are raising two daughters in the district who will graduate from MFHS in 2033 and 2035, deepening her commitment as a parent, educator, and community member. She believes strongly that public schools provide the foundation for all children to thrive, and that empowering the educators on the frontlines is essential to driving student growth and success.