From Left to Right
Front Row: Secretary Gillian Frazier, Vice President Amber Bouthot, Superintendent Wayne Barker, Executive Director Amber Toole, President Steve Bennett, Treasurer Missy Fraze
Second Row: Kathryn Rudolph Diekhoff, Katie Schwartz, Ryan Tufo, Trent Diller, Liz Hathaway, Ryan Heath, Kate Virag, Sarah Hartman, Kristi Schlatter
NACS Education Foundation Board of Directors
The NACS Education Foundation Board is a dedicated group of community leaders, parents, and professionals committed to supporting and strengthening our schools. The board provides strategic direction, ensures responsible stewardship of resources, and works to build meaningful partnerships that expand opportunities for students and educators.
We are deeply grateful for the time, expertise, and passion each board member brings in service to our mission. Together, they help guide the Foundation’s efforts to enhance educational experiences and ensure every NACS student and teacher has the support needed to thrive.
Executive Committee
Board of Directors
Dr. Matthew Barb
Physician, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
Parkview Physicians Group
Kathryn Rudolph Diekhoff
Nurse Practitioner, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
Parkview Health
Trent Diller
Agency Partner
Insurance Management Group
Sarah Hartman
Lead Social Worker
Northwest Allen County Schools
Ryan Heath
Senior Director of Insight and Analytics, Office of Alumni and Development
Columbia University
Katie Schwartz
Senior Marketing Specialist
PHP
Ryan Tufo
IT Senior Manager
Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company
Kate Virag
Vice President of Earned Media
The Ferguson Agency
Wayne Barker
Superintendent
Northwest Allen County Schools
Liz Hathaway
President
Northwest Allen County Schools Board of School Trustees
Kristi Schlatter
Vice President
Northwest Allen County Schools Board of School Trustees