My name is Jane Archer, I am the proud mother of Lucas, a student at Nativity. I am a Nurse practitioner and owner of a private practice here in Franklin Township. As a Veteran of the Navy, I understand the importance of leadership, teamwork, and service. I am passionate about supporting our students, families, and teachers and helping Nativity continue to provide an exceptional faith-centered education. It would be a privilege to serve on the School Council and give back to the school that means so much to our family.
My name is Joy Koeller, and my husband and I are proud parishioners of Nativity. I have been an educator in Franklin Township schools for 25 years and am deeply committed to student growth and academic excellence. As a parent of three children in Catholic education—including one at Roncalli High School and two at Nativity Catholic School—I am personally invested in the success and future of our school. My experience in education has strengthened my skills in collaboration, leadership, and supporting student achievement. I am committed to helping Nativity Catholic School continue to thrive and serve future generations of students and families.
I’m a dedicated Catholic parent with three children currently at Nativity—Kate in 8th grade, Graham in 5th, and Everett in 2nd—plus a 2025 Nativity graduate now at Roncalli. My family has been part of the Nativity community since 2020, and my Catholic faith and parish are very important to me. As a finance, tax, and securities law attorney with over 20 years of experience, I’ve worked with public, charter, and private schools, nonprofits, municipalities, and developers to structure capital projects and incentives, and I’m known for being strategic, detail-oriented, collaborative, and a strong problem solver. I also bring board experience, having served as Treasurer of the Agency Council Board for Catholic Charities of Indianapolis, and as counsel for many other nonprofit and municipal boards. I graduated from the University of Michigan in 2002, Ave Maria School of Law in 2005, and completed two years (part-time) in Butler University’s MBA program. I’m passionate about collaborating with parents, teachers, and parish leadership to keep Nativity a strong, thriving school.
My husband, Michael, and I are the proud parents of Bernie and Benji, both students at Nativity Catholic School. Professionally, I serve as the Regulatory Manager at Versiti, where I help organizations achieve their goals through strong planning and effective processes. I am passionate about family, lifelong learning, and creating meaningful experiences with my children, whether that means swimming, exploring the outdoors, or enjoying a good book together.
I am grateful for the faith-filled community at Nativity and would be honored to serve on the School Commission to help support its mission and future growth.
Hello, I am a lifelong parishioner of Nativity Catholic Church, and my wife, Jenny, joined the parish in 2004. We have four children who have attended or graduated from Nativity School. Our family is dedicated to the parish and regularly volunteers our time in a variety of ministries and activities. I would be honored to serve on the School Commission, providing input and helping shape the future of our school. As one of Nativity’s most important ministries, Catholic education plays a vital role in our children’s lives, and I am committed to helping ensure it remains a strong and vibrant part of our parish community. Thank you for your consideration.
Hi, I’m Kyle Walke, a proud father, licensed clinical social worker, and school social worker. Our family has been parishioners at Nativity for the past three years and in 2024 I was Confirmed in the Catholic Church here. My son Henry will be entering 6th grade and my daughter Ellie will be entering 4th grade.
I spent 10 years supporting students in Perry Township schools, and for the past seven years I have taught future school social workers at Indiana University. I am also licensed by the Indiana Department of Education.
As a parent in our school community, I care deeply about student success and am committed to helping create a safe, supportive, and positive environment for our children.
Our School Commission is comprised of members who are also members of other school committees. Each committee has its own set of goals. Achievement of these goals ensures the mission of the school will successfully continue.
We invite members of the parish and school community to share their talents in their area of expertise or interest. Below is a table describing the responsibilities of these committees.
If you see an area of expertise or interest, please note it on your Stewardship Card or contact the committee representative listed.
Committee | Responsibilities |
| Alumni | |
| Christy Barlow | Compile the school's alumni data, research, and collect missing information. Plan alumni events. |
| Development/Long Range Planning | |
| Amie Martens | Prepare and implement the Strategic Plan and encourage financial support from donors |
| Enrollment Management | |
| Sarah Klee | Marketing of the school with a focus on increasing school enrollment and retention of current school families. |
| Facilities | |
| Ryan Mahin | Oversee regular building maintenance projects and future space utilization opportunities. |
| Finance | |
| John Nill | Preparation of annual school budget, monthly review of financial statements and maintain five-year financial plan. |
| Parent/Faculty Organization (PFO) | |
| Julie Carpenter Holly Dexter Kristen Palmer | Partnership of faculty and parents; supports school events, promotes parent involvement, sponsors fund raising efforts including Santa Shop, spirit wear, garbage bag sales, and book fairs. |
| Technology | |
| Justin Braun (Chair) | Maintain a five-year comprehensive technology plan, oversee technology equipment and maintenance. |
| At Large | |
| Andrea Stevens | |
| Erin Jacobowitz | |
| Jennifer Berry | |