MSD of Lawrence Township
Chris Kates is a dedicated educator and leader in the field of education, currently serving as a 6th Grade Teacher at Amy Beverland Elementary in the MSD of Lawrence Township since July 2025 and as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Indianapolis since August 2024. Previous roles include Rotary Club President for Indianapolis Northeast at Ft. Ben, Strategic Planning and Implementation Specialist at EES Innovation, and Principal at Fayette County School Corporation. With extensive experience in educational leadership, including positions as Director of Leadership and Innovation and Specialist in the Office of Educator Effectiveness at the Indiana Department of Education, Chris has also contributed as an Instructional Coach and a 5th Grade Lead Teacher at Avon Community School Corporation. Chris holds a Ph.D. in Education Administration as well as an Educational Specialist degree and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, all from Indiana State University and Indiana University Indianapolis.
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MSD of Lawrence Township
The ninth largest and fastest growing school district in the state, the MSD of Lawrence Township serves approximately 16,000 students across four Early Learning Centers, eleven Elementary Schools, two Middle Schools, two High Schools a Center for Innovation and Technology, and an alternative setting high school. Lawrence Township strives to be the district of destination, a reputation built over the years based on the district’s award-winning staff, accomplished administrators, high-achieving students, supportive community, and innovative educational programs. Located in the northeast corner of the greater Indianapolis area, Lawrence is a residential suburban community of 95,000+ and home to Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park and Geist Reservoir. With families from widely diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds, the Lawrence community values and embraces diversity as one of its greatest strengths. The District of Destination where excellence empowers everyone to reach their full potential. Though innovation and dedication we support all students on on their education pathways to graduation, college, and career.