Community Endorsements

Carmel Teachers' Association (CTA)

Union of Carmel Clay School District Teachers

Jim Brainard

Former Carmel Mayor (1996-2023)

“I am supporting Jon Shapiro and Kristina Wheeler in the upcoming Carmel School Board elections, and I want to share with you why that decision made sense. First, our schools are the most important economic development partners ensuring Carmel’s success in preserving our high quality of life and providing the foundations that keep our property values high. Second, these candidates are focused on academic and character-building support that ensures our graduates are ready to excel in higher education, help build a strong workforce, and if they choose to enlist in our country’s military services. We have an excellent school system, and these candidates will in my opinion preserve the correct focus for our youth.”

John Williams

Carmel High School Principal (2003-2017), 40-year educator

"As the former principal of Carmel High School from 2003 to 2014, I, along with our community, are proud of the exceptional quality of education that Carmel Clay Schools offers to our students. The impressive performance and amazing accomplishments of our schools, not only academically, but in all areas, is consistent with a commitment from our community, parents, and especially our teachers and staff.

Jon Shapiro and Kristina Wheeler are dedicated public school advocates who are committed to supporting and upholding the standards that have made and continue to make us all so proud. It is important that all of us who value this legacy of excellence, and the work done by our educators, stand up and make our voices heard. I strongly urge all Carmel voters to support Shapiro and Wheeler in this fall’s School Board Election."

Mike Kerschner

Former Carmel Clay School Board President & Member (8 years)

"As a former two-term board member, past president, secretary, and chair of the search committee for Dr. Beresford, I understand how important the adherence to the guiding principles of the board is to successful leadership. Jon Shapiro and Kristina Wheeler, through their extensive work with students and education, have proven they are committed to upholding the standards and expectations of Carmel Clay Schools. I believe Kris and Jon are the best choices for our community."