Linda Buckley was born and raised in Ireland before making San Francisco her home many years ago. She has two daughters, including one who is a current student at St. Philip’s. Linda has worked at Mercy Housing for over 15 years, where she helps to provide individuals with housing and a stable foundation for living. She is also a member of the St. Philip Parish Council. Linda joined the Advisory Board in 2021.

Matthew and his wife Ana Paula have three children and live in Noe Valley.  Matthew is Counsel at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP.  He received a J.D. from New York University School of Law, an M.Phil. from the University of Cambridge, St John’s College and a B.A. from Loyola Marymount University.  Matthew joined the Advisory Board in 2023 and enjoys coaching baseball at the school.

Cheryl and her husband, Adam Keenan, have deep ties to the St. Philip community, as members of the parish and school community for nearly two decades.  They are the parents of three children, one St. Philip alumna, and two current middle school students.  Cheryl  holds a B.A. in Molecular Biology and an M.B.A. from UC Berkeley, along with an M.S. from Johns Hopkins University. A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, Cheryl is a Marketing Director at Genentech, with 20+ years of experience in biotechnology and consulting. She is also a familiar face on campus, having volunteered at various events, and serving as a boys basketball coach. The family was drawn to St. Philip for its strong community and balanced focus on academics, enrichment, and athletics. Cheryl joined the Advisory Board in 2025.

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Caitlyn and her partner, Austin, have two children. She has spent over 15 years in education having sat in the seat of a teacher, founding school leader, and administrator.  She is excited to bring her experience in school leadership to the St Philip's community. Caitlyn holds a BA in Biology from Lafayette College, a masters in education from New York University and a masters in school leadership from New England College. Caitlyn joined the Advisory Board in 2022.

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Mary McKeever is a native of Ireland, having moved to California in 2000. A graduate of  University College, Dublin, she has over 25 years of teaching experience in Catholic schools. Before taking on the role as Principal, Mary was the 5th Grade teacher and Vice-Principal at St. Philip’s. She has a Masters in Catholic Educational Leadership from USF. Mary is deeply committed to this school and community and believes in the future of St. Philip’s as a vibrant and inclusive place of learning and faith. She is also the founder and director of “Celtic Voices” choirs, of which many current and past students, teachers, and parents are members.

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Nissa Anklesaria was born in the Bay Area and raised in Texas and Rome, Italy, before returning to California after college at the University of Texas at Austin (Hook ‘em ‘Horns!). She has called San Francisco home since 1999, with more than two decades spent in Noe Valley. Long before her son Austin enrolled as a kindergartner in 2019, Nissa knew St. Philip’s was where she wanted her child to learn and grow—drawn by the exceptional students and families she had met in the neighborhood.

With nearly 30 years of experience in Communications and Public Relations, Nissa has partnered with some of the world’s most iconic brands, including Facebook, Instagram, and Yahoo. She currently serves as Vice President of Business Communications at Meta. Deeply committed to the continued success and sense of community at St. Philip’s, Nissa volunteers regularly and leads the Parent Teacher Group’s Welcoming Committee, helping new families feel at home at STP from the start.

Outside of work and school activities, Nissa and her son enjoy spending time with friends and family and visiting family and loved ones in Europe.

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Erin and her husband Tony have been active members of the St. Philip community for nearly 20 years. They are the proud parents of two children; a son who is a St. Philip alum and now attends St. Ignatius for high school, and a daughter who is in the seventh grade. Erin is a partner at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, LLP, where she practices employment law and specializes in class action defense. She has a J.D. from Georgetown Law and a B.A. in Government and Literature from Claremont McKenna College. When she is not litigating, she enjoys outdoor recreation, particularly running, skiing, hiking and tennis. Erin joined the Advisory Board in 2023.

Originally from Ireland, Gail has lived in San Francisco for the past 13 years. She and her husband have three children who attend St. Philip’s School.

Gail holds a BA in Fine Art from the Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and a BA in Graphic Design from South East Technological University (SETU). She has spent over 15 years working as a Creative Ops Director and currently works at SFMOMA. Gail has been a member of St. Philip’s Parish for a decade and joined the St. Philip’s Advisory Board in 2024

Eileen is a fifth-generation San Franciscan and proud parent of two children at St. Philip's.  She attended Convent of the Sacred Heart and St. Ignatius College Preparatory before earning her B.A. in Global Studies from UC Santa Barbara and her M.B.A. from the University of San Francisco.  Eileen currently serves as Finance Manager at a San Francisco law firm, bringing years of experience in business management and financial operations.  Since joining St. Philip’s in 2021, Eileen has volunteered in many capacities and continues to enjoy giving back to the school community.  In her free time, she enjoys family trips to Lake Tahoe, both in summer and winter, and sharing laughter with friends. Eileen is honored to serve on the Advisory Board and looks forward to helping support the continued growth and success of the St. Philip’s school community.  Eileen has been a member of the Advisory Board since 2023.

Greg and his wife, Michelle, have lived in San Francisco for over 10 years and are the proud parents of four children currently attending St. Philip's School. Originally from New York, Greg is a CPA and a CFA charterholder, and he holds a Masters in Accounting and Finance from St. Bonaventure University. He currently works as a Finance Manager in the technology sector, drawing on years of experience in various financial, accounting, and consulting roles. Greg joined the Advisory Board in 2025 and is excited to leverage his financial background to support the school’s long-term growth and mission.

Nicki Baker is a San Francisco native and excited to raise the next generation of city kids.  She and her husband Chris are proud members of the Bruin family and chose STP for its educational rigor, welcoming environment and warm sense of community. Nicki is a graduate of Seattle University and has been an Executive Assistant for the past 15+ years.  Nicki joined the Advisory Board in 2024.

Redmond Lyons, a native of Ireland, has lived in San Francisco for the last thirty-five years and has been a member of St. Philip’s parish for thirty of those years. He is a real estate developer and contractor. Both his children have continued to be involved with St. Philip's following their college graduation. During his children’s time at the school, Redmond coached basketball, soccer, and baseball (with very limited success) and served as a member of the Sports Council and school advisory board. He was also involved in the remodeling of the church hall, the daycare facility, science room, and schoolyard upgrades. Redmond joined the Advisory Board as a Parishioner in 2019.

Rhona and her husband Eric Gard have 2 St Philip's alumni, Fiona (2018) and Conor (2021). A native of Killarney, Ireland, Rhona is the Global Head of Product Development Strategy for Genentech/Roche. Rhona has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and is passionate about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) in schools, especially for girls. She previously served on the Consultative board as a parent representative from 2010-16, and is happy to return as a parish member. Rhona and Eric credit St Philip's School and Parish for their wide community of friends in Noe Valley. Rhona joined the Advisory Board as a Parishioner in 2022.

Andrea and her husband, Paul, have two children at St. Philip's. Having joined the school during the pandemic, Andrea is very grateful for the warm welcome the community has shown her family. She is a member of the Parent Teacher Group and is very excited to join the Advisory Board. Andrea is the founder of People First Consulting, a firm that helps companies create a culture where people feel a deep sense of belonging. With over 20 years experience in law and people operations, she looks forward to helping the St. Philip's community continue to thrive. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Andrea has a law degree from Duke University and is an avid Bills fan! Andrea joined the Advisory Board in 2022.

Marjolein, a native of the Netherlands, moved to San Francisco more than 7 years ago. She and her husband, David, have three children, two currently at St. Philip (and one more joining Kindergarten next year). She loves the warm and welcoming community of St. Philip and the safe and thriving space it provides for her children. Marjolein spent more than 13 years working as a senior paralegal M&A at an international law firm in Amsterdam. Marjolein represents the PTG at the Advisory Board since 2022.

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