Heather Rodriguez – Board Chair
Heather Rodriguez moved to Irvington in 1982, attended IPS School 57 and Our Lady of Lourdes, and has been involved in the ICS school system as a parent since 2015. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Indiana Wesleyan University, works in behavioral health, and is passionate about volunteering with community-based organizations.
Contact: hrodriguez@ics-charter.org
Keith Young – Vice Chair /Academic Chair
Keith A. Young is newly appointed to the Board of Governors for Irvington Community Schools. He began his career in education as a middle school ELA teacher. He currently serves as an Equitable Supports Coach for Indianapolis Public Schools. His goal is to strategically partner with schools to assist with the planning and monitoring of early intervention strategies targeted for teachers, students, staff, and school systems using a problem- solving method to align resources equitably, interventions, and supports that can negate challenging behavior and promote academic success for all teachers and students.
His mission is to serve the community. He works with the following organizations: Indiana Council on Educating Students of Color (ICOEE), Indianapolis City-Wide Coalition on Educational Equity, and the current Polemarch of the Indianapolis Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is a member of St Luke’s United Methodist Church. He earned a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) with a Minor in Communications from Indiana University, and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) from Marian University. He can be reached at kyoung@ics-charter.org
Erica Young – Treasure / Finance Committee Chair
Erica Young is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana, and a graduate of Lawrence North High School. Erica has dedicated her life and career to serving her community with passion and purpose. With over 15 years of nonprofit experience, she embodies the spirit of a servant leader who believes deeply in giving back and creating lasting impact.
For more than a decade, Erica worked closely with K–12 students and their families, developing and implementing programs that foster growth, support, and opportunity. She has led conferences, facilitated sessions, spoken at national conferences, and created innovative pathways to strengthen communities through workforce development programs. Her expertise spans grant writing, nonprofit executive leadership, budget oversight, strategic planning, professional development, facilitation, program management, and building sustainable nonprofit infrastructures. With her deep commitment to service, proven leadership, and passion for community engagement, Erica hopes to continue to create positive change to impact the community and work with school leaders and stakeholders in the Irvington community to commit to “The Irvington Way”.
Erica is a proud alumna of Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a B.S. in Kinesiology, and she holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from Indiana University School of Medicine. In addition to her nonprofit leadership, Erica is a consultant and facilitator, qualified administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory and holds a Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from Indiana University Indianapolis. Erica was a 2024 Tobias Fellow through the Tobias Leadership Center at Indiana University. She can be reached at eyoung@ics-charter.org
Eric Serrano – Secretary / Governance Committee Chair
Eric Serrano is a lifelong Hoosier, Irvington resident (since 2021), and proud parent of an ICS student. Eric is committed to the success of his local community, both at work and at home. As the Chief Information Officer for the Jane Pauley Community Health Center (an East-side community health center), he helps drive initiatives that support the health and wellness of his community; especially the most vulnerable. Eric believes in leveraging technology and data to create positive, meaningful impact.
An experienced I.T. and Cybersecurity professional with a degree from Purdue and multiple certifications, Eric brings his focus on secure, efficient systems to the School Board. Eric is deeply engaged with local arts and community organizations, performing with the Pride of Indy Bands and the Indianapolis Men’s Chorus, and volunteering at Second Helpings. In his spare time, he also enjoys cooking and gardening. Eric can be reached at eserrano@ics-charter.org
Chloe Edwards
Chloe Edwards is a proud native of Indianapolis, Indiana, and a graduate of Irvington Preparatory Academy, Class of 2018. A dedicated advocate for education, equity, and empowerment, Chloe has built her career around service, leadership, and creating meaningful opportunities for youth and families in her community.
Chloe is a recent graduate of the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor, and a dual degree holder of Purdue University with a Bachelor of Arts. in Sociology and a Bachelor of Science. in Developmental & Family Science with a concentration in Family & Community Health. She has worked across the fields of law, compliance, and social justice education, consistently championing initiatives that bridge access, equity, and community development.
With a deep commitment to servant leadership, Chloe has served in multiple leadership roles across youth programs, nonprofit initiatives, and professional organizations. Through her work, she has mentored students, facilitated leadership development workshops, and built programs designed to help young people define and achieve their own versions of success.
As a member of the Irvington Board of Directors, Chloe is honored to give back to the school and community that helped shape her. She hopes to continue strengthening “The Irvington Way” by inspiring the next generation of leaders through advocacy, education, and service.
Chloe can be reached at cedwards@ics-charter.org
Justin Hagen
Justin Hagen is a business leader with experience in engineering, business development, and marketing across the manufacturing and technology sectors. He is passionate about education and community engagement, previously serving as a tutor for School on Wheels and wrestling coach at Our Lady of Lourdes. Justin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana University. He brings a collaborative leadership style and a focus on building strong relationships to strengthen the community. Justin is committed to empowering educators and supporting students to foster both academic achievement and personal growth. Justin can be reached at jhagen@ics-charter.org
Madison Monfreda
An Irvington native, Madison is an alumni of the Irvington Preparatory Academy class of 2016. She has substitute taught for the ICS schools and speaks to the government and law courses at the high school every semester.
A born and raised Hoosier, Madison appreciates opportunities to assist the community with various needs. After graduating from IPA, Madison graduated from Indiana University Bloomington in 2020 and Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2023. She is currently a practicing attorney with McNeely Law LLP. Throughout her educational and professional experiences, Madison was able to forge strong professional connections and develop her resource network. She aims to use this network to improve the lives of ICS families and the community as a whole. Madison can be reached at mmonfreda@ics-charter.org