Faculty & Staff Directory

Karen Aruta Headshot

Enrollment Manager

karuta@bishopchatard.org

2234

Education

  • B.A. Wheaton College, Massachusetts

Professional Experience

  • With the BCHS Enrollment Department since 2022
  • Continuing Legal Education Coordinator for Indiana Lawyer
  • Public Notice Coordinator for IBJ/Court & Commercial Record (divisions of IBJ Media)
Lisa Barnes Headshot

W131 | Reading, Writing, Inquiry Teacher

lbarnes@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Senior Moderator

Education

  • B.S., Secondary Education, Indiana University Southeast
  • M.S., Secondary Education, Indiana University Southeast

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since the 2010-2011 school year
  • Prior to that, teacher for six years at St. Lawrence
  • Started teaching career at Castle High School, then Lebanon High School.
Elizabeth Bath Headshot

Theology I Teacher

ebath@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.A. in Catholic Studies, Marian University, Spring 2022
  • B.A. in P-12 Education, Marian University, Spring 2022
  • B.A. in Visual Arts, Marian University, Spring 2022

Professional Experience

  • Teacher at BCHS since 2022
Molly Beckmann Headshot

Head Girls & Boys Tennis Coach

mbeckmann@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • Bachelors Degree in Community Health, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Professional Experience

  • Head Tennis Coach at BCHS beginning in 2022
  • Current Tennis Professional at Indianapolis Racquet Club 2017-present
  • Past Tennis Professional at Five Seasons Sports Club 2003-2017
  • United States Professional Tennis Association Midwest President 2010-2012
  • Central Indiana Tennis Association Current Board Member (2022)
Bob Bell Headshot

Tuition Manager

bbell@bishopchatard.org

2238

Education

  • B.S., Accounting; Indiana University
  • Certified Public Accountant

Professional Experience

  • Employed at BCHS beginning in 2024
  • More than 25 years of financial leadership across multiple industries and disciplines; helping small-mid sized organizations grow and maximize their potential
Matt Boling Headshot

Head Boys Basketball Coach

mboling@bishopchatard.org

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Head coach beginning in 2024
  • Academic Success Coach for Student Athletes: Marian U.
  • 20 years of previous coaching experience at Shortridge, Scecina, Guerin Catholic, Lawrence North H.S. and Olivet Nazarene U.
  • Success Consultant and Account Manager
  • College/Career Counselor: Providence Cristo Rey H.S. 2017
  • Team Coordinator for Student Success: IUPUI
  • Director of My Achievement Center: Lawrence North H.S. 2008
Tim Boyle Headshot

Dean of Students

tboyle@bishopchatard.org

2253

Extracurriculars

  • Winter Athletic Events Manager
  • Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (2012-2022)

Education

  • B.S., Sport Sciences, Ohio University
  • BLA., Administration, Marian University
  • M.A., Franciscan University of Steubenville, Theology & Christian Ministry, Catechetics Specialization

Professional Experience

  • Dean of Students, beginning in 2024
  • Director of Student Services, 2022-24
  • BCHS teacher since 2012
  • Athletic Director at Oldenburg Academy, Oldenburg, IN, 2007-2012
Katie Bradley Headshot

American Sign Language Teacher I, II, III

kbradley@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.S. Education, Indiana University
  • American Sign Language Studies, Vincennes University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Teacher since 2023
  • St. Pius X 4th grade teacher: 1 year
  • St. Joan of Arc 5th/6th Science: 3 years
Helen Brannigan Headshot

Theology I, Theology IV Teacher

hbrannigan@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Retreat Team

Education

  • B.A., History and Secondary Education, Murray State University
  • M.A., Theology, University of Notre Dame

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher since 2021
  • Campus Ministry Intern at the Diocese of Owensboro, two years
  • Missionary with Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS), three years
Beth Brogan Headshot

Director of Academic Support
Language Arts/Math Lab Teacher

bbrogan@bishopchatard.org

2252

Extracurriculars

  • Senior Class moderator

Education

  • B.A., Purdue University
  • Orton-Gillingham certification

Professional Experience

  • Joined BCHS in 2001
  • Special Education teacher in Washington Township and St. Matthew Parish School prior to that
Amy Bultinck Headshot

Girls Physical Education, Health, Intro to Education Teacher

abultinck@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.S., Physical Education/Health and Athletic Training, Butler University
  • M.S, Effective Teaching and Leadership, Butler University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
  • Adjunct Professor at Butler University: 2012-2021
  • Teacher at New Palestine High School: 2001-2010
  • Head Athletic Trainer at New Palestine High School: 2001-2004
Michael Carney Headshot

AP US History, AP World History teacher, Head Boys Soccer Coach

mcarney@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Head Boys Soccer Coach

Education

  • B.S.Ed., Secondary Education Social Studies, IUPUI

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
  • U.S. History teacher, Arsenal Tech High School, 2018-20
  • Special Education teacher, Broad Ripple High School, 2017-2018

Athletic Trainer

acatlin@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.A. and M.S. in Athletic Training
  • M.S. in Biology
  • Associates in Physical Therapy Assistance

Professional Experience

  • Athletic Trainer at BCHS beginning in 2022
  • Speedway Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) for 5 years
  • Float ATC for Herron, International, Tindley
  • ATC for the Pacer’s officials, Butler Ice Hockey, Indianapolis Impalas, Columbus Vanguard, Indianapolis Alleycats, and World’s Strongest Man
  • ATC at Miami University (Ohio) for Cross Country and Track & Field
  • ATC at Wake Forest University for Football
Maura Day Headshot

Sports Literature, AP Literature/Composition Teacher

mday@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Cross Country Coach
  • Freshman Basketball Announcer

Education

  • B.A., Marquette University
  • Master’s degree, Butler University

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2006
  • Taught middle school Language Arts in Louisville for 4 years prior to that
Lisa Dibrell Headshot

Spanish I Honors, Spanish II Teacher

ldibrell@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.S. Secondary Education, Spanish & English, Indiana University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
  • 36 years in Education & Training: 22 in Public Education in Texas, 15 of those in diverse Title I school
  • Fishers High School teacher: 1 semester
Michael Dlugosz Headshot

Director of Food Services

mdlugosz@bishopchatard.org

2240

Education

  • Food & Nutritional Services Professional Training Program, University of North Dakota
  • Ivy Tech University, Indianapolis
  • Certified Dietary Manager-C.D.M.
  • Certified Food Protection Professional-C.F.P.P.
  • Association of Foodservice Professionals, Active Member

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard Food Manager since 2019
  • Food Service Director, Little Sisters of the Poor St Augustine Home for the Aged, 2012-2019
  • 10+Years Culinary Experience
Mark Duray Headshot

Director of Music
A Cappella Choir, Band, Piano, Vox Troiano, Guitar teacher

mduray@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.M.Ed., Valparaiso University, 1995
  • M.M.Ed., VanderCook College of Music, Chicago, 2017

Professional Experience

  • Music Director at BCHS beginning 2018
  • Member of Mon Choeur Vocal Chamber Ensemble
  • Session Vocalist for Air Born Recording Group, Indianapolis
  • Previous Director of Music, St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church
  • Music Educator at Speedway High School, beginning 1995; Guerin Catholic H.S. Music Director & Director of Fine Arts, 2004-2018
  • Active in music education and ministry for over 36 years
Vance Erwin Headshot

Spanish I & III Teacher

verwin@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Wrestling Coach
  • Detention Mentor

Education

  • BA Political Science, International Studies, Spanish – Butler University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Teacher beginning 2024
  • ESL Assistant KIPP Indy Schools, 2023-24
  • Language Liaison DeKalb Central Schools, Summer 2023
Brian Farrell Headshot

Assistant Director of Campus Ministry; Theology IV Teacher

bfarrell@bishopchatard.org

2250

Education

  • B.A., Philosophy, University of St. Thomas (MN)
  • B.A., Catholic Studies, University of St. Thomas (MN)
  • M.A. Candidate, Theology, Kenrick-Glennon Seminary

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Teacher Beginning in 2023
Sherry Figura Headshot

Biology, Honors Biology, AP Biology Teacher

sfigura@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.S. Biology, Ball State University
  • Teaching Endorsement, Ball State University

Professional Experience

  • Teacher at BCHS beginning in 2024
  • Taught 5 years at Saint Simon the Apostle
  • Taught 20 years in Lawrence township
  • Taught 2 years Brownsburg Jr High
  • Taught 1 year Edgewood Middle School, Warsaw Indiana
Mike Ford Headshot

Director of Athletics Emeritus

mford@bishopchatard.org

2256

Education

  • B.S., Business, Butler University
  • MBA, Butler University

Professional Experience

  • Xerox Corporation-Administration/Management Training
  • Indiana Sports Corporation-Sports & Operations Director
  • Arthritis Foundation of Indiana-President/CEO
Sarah Fulton Headshot

English 9 Honors, English 10 Honors Teacher

sfulton@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Speech Team Co-Moderator

Education

  • B.S. Secondary English Education, Literature (concentration in Young Adult & African American Literature)
  • BCHS Teacher since 2024
  • Our Lady of Grace Middle School Language Arts Teacher 2020-2024
J.T. Funk Headshot

Vice President of Institutional Advancement

jfunk@bishopchatard.org

2260

Education

  • J.D., Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
  • B.S., Secondary Education, English, Indiana University Bloomington

Professional Experience

  • BCHS English teacher from 2005-2006 and 2008-2014
  • Waldron Tate Bowen Funk Spandau LLC Law Firm: Founding member and partner
  • BCHS VP beginning in 2022

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Coach for Central Indiana Knights Hockey Club
Jeff Getty Headshot

AP World History, World History, Psychology Teacher

JGetty@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.A. History, IUPUI

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Teacher beginning in 2023
  • 9 years teaching at Scecina Memorial H.S.
  • Marine Corps: 2004-2008
Laura Gorr Headshot

School Mental Health Counselor

lgorr@bishopchatard.org

2273

Education

  • B.A., Pyschology and Criminal Justice, Indiana University
  • M.A., Countseling and Guidance Services, Ball State University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Social Worker since 2019
  • School Counselor, Enlace Academy: 2016-2019
  • Therapist at One Sensible Solution: 2016 – 2019
  • School-based and home-based counseling
Matthew Green Headshot

AP Computer Science, Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics Teacher

mrgreen@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.A. Mathematics and Religious Studies, Claremont McKenna College
  • M.A. Curriculum and Instruction, American College of Education

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2022
  • Mathematics teacher, 13 years in California prior to BCHS
Kathryn Grose Headshot

Director of Early Childhood Education, Trojan Tots Preschool

kgrose@bishopchatard.org

(317) 254-5437

Education

  • B.S. in Child Development and Family Life, Indiana State University

Professional Experience

  • Director of Early Childhood Education at Bishop Chatard Trojan Tots Preschool since 2022
  • Trojan Trojan Tots Freshmen Teacher (Infant Room) 2010-2022
  • Workked in a childcare/preschool setting since 2005
Amy Hankins Headshot

Director of Marketing and Communications

ahankins@bishopchatard.org

2264

Education

  • B.A. in Telecommunications, Indiana University – Bloomington

Professional Experience

  • Marketing and communications director at BCHS beginning in 2024
  • Communications and bookkeeping for St. Elizabeth Seton Carmel for two years
  • Marketing and communications professional for over twenty years
Michael Harmon Headshot

Assistant Director of Athletics
Head Baseball Coach

mharmon@bishopchatard.org

2261

Extracurriculars

  • Head Baseball Coach

Education

  • M.A., Arts and Letters, Political Science, University of Notre Dame
  • Teaching Certification, Butler University

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Branch Manager / Loan Officer for Bank One
John Hasty Headshot

Principal

jhasty@bishopchatard.org

1900

Education

  • B.A., History, Marian University
  • MAT, Education, Marian University
  • BLA, Administration, Marian University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Principal beginning in 2022
  • Social Studies teacher, Roncalli High School, 7 years
  • Assistant Principal for Student Life, Roncalli H.S., 2021-22
Monica Helfrich Headshot

Director of School Counseling

mhelfrich@bishopchatard.org

2258

Education

  • B.S., Psychology, Purdue University
  • M.S.Ed, School Counseling, Indiana University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Director of Counseling, 2022-present
  • BCHS School Counselor, 2016-2022
  • BCHS Director of Alumni Relations, 2012-2016
  • BCHS Academic Support Instructor, 2016-17
Matthew Hilton Headshot

Director of Faith Formation; Theology IV Teacher

mhilton@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Sophomore Class Moderator
  • Cross Country Coach

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree, English and Education, Indiana University
  • Master’s degree, Theology, St. Meinrad School of Theology

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2009
Katie Hilton Headshot

English 10 Honors, English 11, Composition 12, Creative Writing Teacher

khilton@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Cross Country Coach
  • Junior Class Moderator
  • Film Club Moderator
  • A Promise to Keep Coordinator

Education

  • B.A., English, Indiana University
  • B.A., Biology, Indiana University

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2015
  • Prior to coming to BCHS, taught at Cardinal Ritter for 4 years and Providence Cristo Rey for 1 year
Amanda Horan Headshot

AP Chemistry, Hon. Chemistry, Chemistry I Teacher

ahoran@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Trobotics Coach

Education

  • B.S., Chemical Engineering, Purdue University
  • M.S., Science Education, IUPUI

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2011
  • Engineer at Eli Lilly for 5 years prior to entering the teaching profession
Lilith Hutchinson Headshot

School Nurse

lhutchnson@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • DNP-Doctorate of Nursing Practice
  • FNP-Family Nurse Practitioner
  • MSN/Edu.-Masters Nursing Education

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Nurse beginning in 2024
  • Neurological Nurse: 40 years at Methodist/IU Health
  • Taught nursing for 7 years at Marion University
  • Working part-time for last 5 years doing medication reconciliation and therapy for mental health and addictions clients
  • Certified Liturgical/Flag Bearer Dancer
Julie Jerrell Headshot

Head Girls Lacrosse Coach

jjerrell@bishopchatard.org

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Girls Lacrosse coach since 2008
  • Played at Purdue University and continued in post-collegiate programs in Chicago, S. Florida, North Carolina and Indiana
  • Coached and officiated in numerous youth through collegiate programs
Lisa Johnson Headshot

AP Art History, Intro to 2-D Art, AP 3D Art, AP 2D Art, Painting, Drawing Teacher

ljohnson@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Art Club Moderator

Education

  • M.A., Art Education, University of Cincinnati
  • M.F.A., Pratt Institute
  • B.F.A., University of Cincinnati

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2016
  • Teacher at both the secondary and university level for over 20 years prior
Mark Jones Headshot

Algebra II, Probability & Statistics Teacher

mjones@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.A., Business Administration, Butler University
  • Certificate in Secondary Education, Indiana Wesleyan University

Professional Experience

  • College Director of Admissions
Maggie Kassenbrock Headshot

Yearbook, Photography, Student Media, Digital Design Teacher

mkassenbrock@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Softball Coach

Education

  • B.A., Journalism, Public Relations; Indiana University

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2022
  • Saint Simon the Apostle 5th Grade Teacher
Sami Katra Headshot

School Counselor

skatra@bishopchatard.org

2257

Extracurriculars

  • WIDA Moderator
  • Peer Tutor Club Moderator
  • BCHS 4 Kids Moderator

Education

  • M.S., School Counseling, Marian University

Professional Experience

  • School Counselor at BCHS since 2022
  • Substitute teacher, Trojan Tots, 2019-2022
Mallory Kirschner Headshot

English 9, Contemporary Literature Teacher

mkirschner@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Freshman Class Moderator
  • Assistant Cross Country Coach
  • Sophomore Retreat Leader

Education

  • B.A., English, B.A., Secondary Education, Marian University
  • Reading Specialist certification, M.Ed., Literacy Instruction, University of Cincinnati

Professional Experience

  • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2013
Michelle Kowal Headshot

Academic Support Team Instructor
Applied Math: Algebra I Teacher

mkowal@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • BCHS For Kids Moderator

Education

  • B.S., Indiana University

Professional Experience

  • Joined Bishop Chatard in 2012
  • Prior, worked as a teacher and for the State of Indiana
Abby Large Headshot

Algebra I, Algebra I Honors Teacher

alarge@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Girls Tennis Coach

Education

  • B.A. Mathematics, Concordia University – Irvine

Professional Experience

  • BCHS Algebra teacher beginning 2024
  • Math & Latin Teacher, Libertas Classical Academy (Houston, TX)
  • 2 years industry experience (data analysis)
Jamie Marx Headshot

AP English Language/Composition, Genres of Literature Hon. Teacher

jmarx@bishopchatard.org

Education

  • B.S., English and Education
  • M.S., Counseling

Professional Experience

  • English teacher for 7 years
  • School counselor since 2000
Allison Mayer Headshot

Registrar

amayer@bishopchatard.org

2227

Education

  • B.S. in Early Childhood, Purdue University

Professional Experience

  • Returning to BCHS in 2024
  • Assistant to the Principal, BCHS
  • Campus Ministry Assistant, BCHS
  • Client Service – Evernest Financial
  • Kindergarten Teacher: St. Roch
Robert McLain Headshot

Library Assistant

bmclain@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • PA work for various sporting events at the school

Education

  • B.S., Meteorology, University of Wisconsin at Madison

Professional Experience

  • Worked at Bishop Chatard in the Library since 2005
  • TV meteorologist, Channel 6 in Indianapolis, 1972-2002
  • TV meteorologist, WKZO TV in Kalamazoo, MI, 1969-1971
  • Weather Officer in the US Navy, 1967-1969
Joe Milharcic Headshot

AP Government, Sociology Teacher

jmilharcic@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Assistant Baseball Coach
  • Senior Retreat Program

Education

  • B.A., Social Studies Secondary Education, Purdue University

Professional Experience

  • Teacher and Assistant Baseball coach at Bishop Chatard since 2004
Greg Miller Headshot

US History, US History Honors Teacher
Head Boys & Girls Bowling

gmiller@bishopchatard.org

Extracurriculars

  • Voice of the Trojans (football)
  • Conspiracy Theory Club Moderator
  • Senior Retreat Leader
  • Bible Study.

Education

  • B.S., Social Studies, University of Indianapolis
  • M.Ed., Education, Indiana Wesleyan University

Professional Experience

  • Taught Art / History at Beech Grove Middle School
  • Taught Art at St. Gabriel Parish.
John Mitchell Headshot

Biology, Integrated Chemistry & Physics (ICP) Teacher

jmitchell@BishopChatard.org

Education

  • B.A., Biology; Purdue University
  • Masters in Human Anatomy/Physiology, Cell Biology, and Education; Indiana University School of Medicine

Professional Experience

  • BCHS teacher beginning in 2024
  • Biology & Anatomy Teacher, Providence Cristo Rey
  • T.A., Human Cadaver Lab, Indiana School of Medicine
  • Professional firefighter & paramedic for 20 years before discovering a love for academics
    • Molly Mohrfeld Headshot

    Intro to Public Speaking Teacher

    mmohrfeld@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.A., Secondary Education, Indiana University School of Education
    • MA, English, Butler University

    Professional Experience

    • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2017
    • Student taught at Roncalli High School
    Deanna Murphy Headshot

    Director of Alumni Relations, Director of Events

    dmurphy@bishopchatard.org

    3110

    Education

    • B.A. Secondary Education, Mathematics, Indiana University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Alumni Relations & Events Director beginning in 2023
    • Events Manager for the Riley Children’s Foundation
    • The Children’s Museum Guild
    • St. Pius X Parent Volunteer and Event Planner
    Tayt Odom Headshot

    Tayt Odom

    Accounting, Intro to Business, Personal Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship Teacher

    todom@bishopchatard.org

    Aubrey Oleson Headshot

    AP Environmental Science, Environmental Science Teacher

    aoleson@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Pro- Life Club Moderator, Softball Coach

    Education

    • B.S. Health Science
    • MAT – Secondary Education

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Teacher beginning 2023
    • GEO Next Generation High School teacher, 2021-2023
    • 2021 Indianapolis Teaching Fellowship Cohort Member
    • Played D1 Softball at St. Louis University
    Mike Parker Headshot

    Technology Assistant

    mparker@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • BCHS Boys Basketball Coach

    Education

    • B.S Exercise Science, Defiance College

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Technology Assistant beginning in 2024
    • Indiana Basketball Academy (IBA) Director of Operations: 2019-2023
    • Optimal Performance Fitness (OPF) Youth Basketball Director: 2021-Current
    • Personal Trainer for F45 Functional Training Northeast, Carmel: 2021-Current
    • Youth Director/Homeschool PE teacher: 2018
    Maria Portman Headshot

    Algebra II, Honors Algebra II Teacher

    mportman@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Book Club Moderator

    Education

    • B.A., Mathematics and Secondary Education, Marian University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
    • Catholic Grade School teacher, Indianapolis, 1 year
    Gary Pritts Headshot

    Physics, AP Physics, Principles of Engineering Teacher

    gpritts@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Trobotics Team Coach
    • Theology of the Body
    • Book Club Moderator

    Education

    • B.S., Physics, University of Notre Dame
    • MST, Adolescent Science Education, Fordham University

    Professional Experience

    • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2012
    • Worked in education since 2007
    • Taught science since 2009
    Vince Purichia Headshot

    Boys Physical Education, Lifetime Fitness Teacher

    vpurichia@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Assistant Football Coach, Assistant Baseball Coach

    Education

    • St. Joseph’s College (IN), B.S. Physical Education

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher beginning in 2022
    • 17 previous years in Catholic education
    Rafael Quintero Headshot

    Spanish II, Spanish II Honors Teacher

    rquintero@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.A. – Marian University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Spanish teacher beginning in 2024
    • International schools teaching experience abroad
    • Public schools teaching experience in Indianapolis
    Andy Reel Headshot

    Director of Student Life, Weight Training Teacher

    areel@bishopchatard.org

    2299

    Education

    • B.S., Mathematics Education, Ball State University
    • M.A. (ongoing), Building Level Administration, Ball State University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Director of Student Life, beginning in 2024
    • Math Teacher at Noblesville High School for 4 years
    Kyle Reh Headshot

    Director of Athletics

    kreh@bishopchatard.org

    2256

    Education

    • B.S., University of Louisville

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Athletic Director, beginning in 2022
    • Assistant Athletic Director at Saint Xavier High School (Louisville, KY); 2020-2022
    • Director of Business Operations, Louisville Bats. With the organization for 16 years
    • Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Operations, Ohio University, 1 year
    Ben Reilly Headshot

    Vice Principal of School Operations

    breilly@bishopchatard.org

    2279

    Education

    • B.A., Marian College
    • M.A., University of Indianapolis

    Professional Experience

    • Joined Bishop Chatard High School in 2003
    • I have taught health and PE
    • Was assistant girls soccer coach for 3 years, head coach for 9 years
    • Director of Facilities at BCHS for 4 years
    Michael Reith Headshot

    Architectural Design 1, Architectural Design 2 Teacher

    mreith@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.S., Business, Indiana University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher since 2009
    • Working at BSA LifeStructures, 1999 to present
    • Have 26 years experience in the design and construction industry
    Katie Riggs Headshot

    Campus Ministry Administrative Assistant

    kriggs@bishopchatard.org

    2276

    Education

    • B.A., Science, Indiana University

    Professional Experience

    • At BCHS since 2021
    • Office Manager, Rapp Medical Systems 1999 – 2013
    • Volunteer at St. Luke School since 2010
    • Substitute teacher St. Luke Preschool since 2020
    Traci Rodgers Headshot

    Spanish II Honors, IV Honors & AP Spanish Teacher

    trodgers@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.A., Indiana State University
    • M.ED., Indiana Wesleyan University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
    • World Language Department Chair & Spanish teacher, North Central High School, Washington Township
    • 30+ years of experience teaching in Pike, Washington and Lawrence Townships
    Margaret Ruffing Headshot

    Executive Director of Development

    mruffing@bishopchatard.org

    2242

    Education

    • B.S., Michigan State University

    Professional Experience

    • Director of Fund Development at BCHS since 2014
    • BCHS, Executive Assistant to President Bill Sahm, 2008-2014
    • Butler University, Office of the Dean, School of Journalism 2004-2008
    Bill Sahm Headshot

    President

    bsahm@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.A., Bachelor of Letters, American Studies, University of Notre Dame.

    Professional Experience

    • Bishop Chatard president since 2007
    • BCHS Board of Regents, 1994 – 2003
    • BCHS Board of Regents inaugural chairperson, 1994 – 1997
    • Member of the North Deanery Board of Education, 1993 – 1994
    • Theology teacher and coach, Roncalli High School, 7 years
    • Commercial real estate leasing, management and development, 23 years
    Abbey Saurine Headshot

    College Counselor

    asaurine@bishopchatard.org

    2262

    Education

    • Currently earning a Master’s in IUPUI Counseling & Counselor Education

    Professional Experience

    • Counselor at BCHS beginning in 2023
    • Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, Dayton: teaching and management
    Beth Schafer Headshot

    Honors English 9, AP Language/Composition Teacher

    bschafer@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Student Council facilitator

    Education

    • B.A., English Education, Purdue University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
    • North Montgomery (Crawfordsville) teacher, 1 year
    Joshua Schaffner Headshot

    Theology III, Theology IV Teacher

    jschaffner@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Assistant Track & Field Coach
    • Cooking Club Moderator
    • Trivia Club

    Education

    • Masters, Theology, Notre Dame

    Experience

    • BCHS teacher since 2018
    • Pilgrimage Provider 2016-2018
    • Parish Pastoral Associate, 2009-2016
    Katie Schaffner Headshot

    Calculus Honors, Geometry, Calculus AB:AP Teacher

    kschaffner@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Sophomore Class Moderator
    • Sophomore Retreat Coordinator

    Education

    • Bachelor’s degree, Math/Theology, Notre Dame
    • Master’s in Education, Notre Dame University

    Professional Experience

    • Bishop Chatard teacher since fall 2004
    • I taught from 2001-2004 at Resurrection Middle/High School in Pascagoula, MS
    Aly Schroeder Headshot

    Donor Information Manager

    aschroeder@bishopchatard.org

    2236

    Education

    • B.S. Geography/Meteorology – Ohio University (2000)
    • Certificate of Fundraising Management – Indiana University (2022)

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Staff since 2023
    • BCHS Board of Regents member for 3 years
    • Served on several non-profit boards in Indy, including The Junior League of Indianapolis & St. Margaret’s Hospital Guild
    • Broadcast Morning Meteorologist from 2000-2008
    Ellen Schroeder Headshot

    Academic Support Team Instructor, Essential Skills Instructor, LA/Math Teacher, Head Girls Volleyball Coach

    eschroeder@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Head Girls Volleyball Coach

    Education

    • B.A., Public Affairs, Indiana University, Indianapolis

    Professional Experience

    • Bishop Chatard teacher since 2017
    • This is her first teaching position
    Alice Scott Headshot

    Academic Support Instructor

    ascott@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies and Minor in Psychology, Indiana State University
    • Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis with an Emphasis in Autism, Ball State University

    Professional Experience

    • With BCHS beginning in 2022
    • Social Worker for the Indiana Department of Child Services
    • Behavioral Consultant for the Autism Community
    Chelsea Sinclair Headshot

    Assistant to the Principal

    cSinclair@bishopchatard.org

    2248

    Education

    • B.S., English, Indiana State University
    • Masters, Library Science, Indiana University

    Professional Experience

    • With BCHS beginning in 2022
    • Public Library Children’s Librarian/Department Head, 16 years
    • School Librarian/Library Supervisor, 14 years
    Renae Stoudt Headshot

    AP Psychology, Economics, AP Macroeconomics Teacher

    rstoudt@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • Investment Club Moderator

    Education

    • B.S., Education, majoring in Social Studies, Magna Cum Laude, University of North Dakota
    • Master’s degree, Education with Technology focus, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher since 2014
    • Teacher at Ben Davis High School, 2011-2012 school
    • Teacher at Marian High School, 2003-2011
    • Teacher at Salina High School South, 2001-2002
    Holly Stults Headshot

    Theatre Director

    hstults@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • Dance & Theatre Performance Degree, Ball State University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS Theatre Director beginning 2019
    • Education Program Director, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre
    • Taught at the University of Indianapolis as well as Ball State, Taylor, and Anderson Universities
    • Dance studio, church, school teacher
    • Actress at Beef & Boards, Phoenix Theatre, Actors Theatre of Indiana, Civic Theatre, Indy Fringe and others
    Quentin Swaim Headshot

    Strength & Conditioning Coach

    quentin.swaim@d1training.com

    317-979-7911

    Education

    • B.S, Athletic Training with a minor in Massage Therapy, Indiana State University
    • M.Ed., Exercise Science, Wichita State University
    • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
    • CrossFit Level 1 coach (CF-L1)

    Professional Experience

    • With BCHS beginning in 2022
    • Employed by D1 Training / Finch Creek since 2020
    • 13 years experience with men’s soccer
    • Div. 1 Sprinter
    Laura Welty Headshot

    Academic Resource Assistant

    lwelty@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.S. in Education from Miami University

    Professional Experience

    • Support Assistant at BCHS beginning 2023
    • Taught at Holy Spirit School in various grades and positions for 22 years
    Jeff Wise Headshot

    Latin I, Latin II Honors, Latin III Honors, Etymology Teacher

    jwise@bishopchatard.org

    Education

    • B.S. in Bible, Kentucky Christian University
    • M.A.T. in Theology and Biblical Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher since 2022
    • Latin and Humanities teacher, The Oaks Academy Middle School, for 9 years before joining BCHS in 2022
    • Thirteen years of experience in Ministry prior to teaching
    Christa Wynk Headshot

    Vice President of Finance

    cwynk@bishopchatard.org

    2251

    Education

    • B.A. Finance & International Business Admin, Ohio State University

    Professional Experience

    • Employed at BCHS since 2022
    • Financial Controller in the HR industry for 9+ years before coming to BCHS in March 2022
    Tristan Zavaleta Headshot

    Theatre Arts, Theatre Arts Improv, Applied Music: Ukelele Teacher

    tzavaleta@bishopchatard.org

    Extracurriculars

    • After School Assistant Theatre Director, Improv Team Coach

    Education

    • B.S., Theatre Education, Ball State University

    Professional Experience

    • BCHS teacher beginning in 2021
    • Guerin Catholic teacher, 2020-2021
    • Cathedral HS Theatre Director, 2019-2020
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