ASHA STAFF
Dr. Jeanie Alter
Executive Director
Dr. Jeanie Alter has served as the Executive Director of the American School Health Association since 2018. Prior to this role, Dr. Alter was a research associate and Lead Evaluator for Prevention Insights at Indiana University. Over the course of her tenure with IU, she has been active in the field, classroom, and scholarship. Her research interests include evaluation of prevention initiatives, coordinated school health programs, and psychosocial factors related to health. She lives in Bloomington, Indiana with her husband and son.
Natalie Krawczyk
Intern
Natalie Krawczyk is currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Health at Florida International University, with a concentration in health promotion and disease prevention. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from the University of South Florida. In addition to her academic pursuits, Natalie also has a background as a substitute teacher, blending her passion for education with her commitment to advancing public health.
Natalie Krawczyk is currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Health at Florida International University, with a concentration in health promotion and disease prevention. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from the University of South Florida. In addition to her academic pursuits, Natalie also has a background as a substitute teacher, blending her passion for education with her commitment to advancing public health.
Kaitlyn Celis
Membership Manager
Kaitlyn Celis has been with the American School Health Association since 2018. She supports ASHA member services and outreach efforts. She had previously worked for Prevention Insights (formerly Indiana Prevention Resource Center) at Indiana University providing assistance for a wide variety of community-based prevention efforts. Kaitlyn received her Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs at Indiana University.
Marta Stephenson
Intern
Marta is a student at Indiana University studying Tourism, Hospitality, and Event
Management with minors in Marketing and Business. With her passion for event
planning and dedication to helping others, she thrives on creating memorable
experiences that make a positive impact on her community. Marta grew up in the vibrant
community of Bloomington, Indiana, and now resides on the beautiful IU campus, where she continues to pursue her love for organizing meaningful memories for others.
Stephanie Higgins
Event Planner
Stephanie began her hospitality career in 1997 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Ball State University. Her career experience includes 7 years of hotel, 13 years of Association Planning, 8 years of Food & Beverage/ Event Venue, 4 years of Third-Party Meeting Planning and 2 years of Corporate Meeting Planning.
When not planning the next best event, she spends time with her three children and four grandchildren in Indianapolis, Indiana. She hopes to live by the water someday soon.
Elizabeth Cook
Content Specialist
Elizabeth Cook is a leading expert in school mental health and a recognized education leader. Her diverse background, from paraeducator to school board member, informs her practical approach to implementing the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model. A key contributor to the RISE Index and "Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students," she translates research into actionable strategies for schools nationwide. Elizabeth holds an Ed.S. in School Psychology from the University of Detroit-Mercy and resides in Madison, WI
Paige Toop
Program Coordinator
Paige holds a Master of Public Health from Yale and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Western Washington University. She is deeply committed to proactive approaches that prevent health issues before they arise, ensuring that students can thrive in their learning environments and for life. She grew up in Zillah, WA, but now lives in New Haven, CT, with her partner Kevin and their dog, Miso.
