Middle School
Amy Czech — 7th and 8th Grade ELA Teacher
Amy Czech brings over three decades of teaching expertise to CTK as a 7th and 8th Grade English Language Arts teacher. She earned her Bachelor’s from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a Master’s in Educational Technology from Walden University. Entering her second year at the school, Amy feels deeply blessed to grow in her Catholic faith and experience Jesus' presence across campus every day.
Amanda Kinzel — Math Enrichment Teacher
Amanda Kinzel leads Math Enrichment at Christ the King, bringing advanced expertise with a Bachelor’s from Franklin College and a Master’s in Mathematics from Purdue University. In her first year at CTK, she is excited to challenge and inspire students in high-level mathematical thinking. Amanda enjoys working alongside passionate educators who are committed both to academic excellence and passing on the Catholic faith.
Kelly Ramesh — 6th–8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Kelly Ramesh has taught middle school Social Studies at Christ the King for 11 years, bringing 18 total years of secondary education experience with a degree from IU South Bend. She finds it incredibly rewarding to instruct students across grades 6 through 8 and witness their growth as they prepare for high school. Kelly is inspired daily by the genuine joy, laughter, and kindness her students bring to the classroom.
Ellie Garcia - Middle School Math
Jennifer Foldenauer - Science
Jennifer Foldenauer is a Middle School Science Teacher at Christ the King with 20 years of dedicated experience in education, including five impactful years as part of the CTK faculty. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Purdue University and is certified as a K–6 Generalist. Throughout her two decades in the classroom, Jennifer has built an engaging environment where scientific curiosity and hands-on discovery thrive. Her favorite part of teaching at Christ the King is witnessing those transformative "Aha!" moments and watching her students' love for learning about the world around them take shape.
Tami Goy - Religion
Tami Goy holds a Master of Arts in Theology and brings 19 years of educational experience to her classroom, including six impactful years at CTK. Her favorite aspect of teaching is guiding middle schoolers throughout their three-year journey, giving her the unique opportunity to watch them grow academically and spiritually while building strong, meaningful connections that last well beyond their time in her class.
AJ Ridenour - Language Arts
Adam (A.J.) Ridenour is a Middle School English Language Arts teacher in his second year at Christ the King. With nine total years of experience in education, A.J. combines a passion for literacy and storytelling with a dedication to student growth, holding a Bachelor’s Degree in English Writing and a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education.
His favorite part of being at CTK is the faith-filled environment, particularly being surrounded by a faculty, staff, and student body that actively strive to put Christ first in everything they do. He looks forward to another great year helping middle schoolers develop their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.