Principal

eMail: emay@wcpss.net

Erin May is the proud principal of Olive Chapel Elementary. Having served the Olive Chapel community since 2004, she has been fortunate to grow alongside the school as both a teacher and assistant principal, and she is honored to have served as principal since 2021.

Olive Chapel is known for its positive culture, which can be felt the moment you walk through the doors. She is proud of the intentional work that has gone into creating such a welcoming and supportive environment. The school focuses its efforts on building strong relationships and cultivating an inclusive learning environment for all.

Additionally, Ms. May is committed to excellence and growth. Olive Chapel’s teachers and staff have high expectations for their students; they go above and beyond to ensure an engaging environment where students can thrive in all ways.

Ms. May holds an undergraduate degree in elementary education and child development from Meredith College and earned a Master’s degree in school administration from NC State University through the NC Principal Fellows Program. 

She and her two daughters, Ella and Eva, love living in Apex and are active members of the community. Ella attends Lufkin Road Middle School, and Eva is a student at Olive Chapel. Outside of school, they enjoy spending time at the beach or pool during warm weather and traveling whenever possible.

Ms. May is deeply committed to serving Olive Chapel’s students, staff and families. She is invested in the success of the entire community. She looks forward to the work ahead and is grateful for the continued support of the Olive Chapel community.

Assistant Principal

eMail: jboyer@wcpss.net

Hello, Clippers! My name is Jared Boyer and I am thrilled to be an assistant principal here at Olive Chapel Elementary!

I am originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan. In 2006, I moved to North Carolina with my family and entered the teaching profession in Fuquay-Varina at Ballentine Elementary. Since that time, I have taught grades 2-5 and have enjoyed working with hundreds of students over the years.

I completed my administrative degree at Appalachian State and most recently was assistant principal at Scotts Ridge Elementary. I am grateful to continue my oceanic journey here at Olive Chapel.

North Carolina has been home for more than 20 years and we love it! I am here in N.C. with my wife, three sons and daughter. We also have a dog, Luna, and a bunny, Clover.

My interests include working with students, spending time with my family, being at the beach, fixing things, reading books, and writing stories. I am a huge fan of warm cookies and fresh ice cream.

My passion revolves around instilling within others a desire to learn and a belief that they can achieve their dreams. Together we can help every child learn, grow, and find success.

Assistant Principal

eMail: apcharles@wcpss.net

My name is Ashley Charles and I am so excited to join the Clippers team (again!).  I completed my administrative internship at OCE in 2017 and worked alongside Mrs. May.  I learned a great deal from her during that time and I am fortunate to be able to continue under her mentorship as an Assistant Principal.  The OCE team, in collaboration with the community, has established a top-notch school and I look forward to continuing to support the OCE vision in which every child reaches their full potential.

A little more about me: I am a former Special Education elementary teacher and my love for children with special needs flows into everything I do.  I taught for six years, working with students with various disabilities.  Following my teaching experience, I attended UNC-Chapel Hill to obtain my Master of School Administration degree.  After my internship here at OCE, I worked for five years as an Assistant Principal at Chatham Middle School in Siler City. 

Personally, I live in Chapel Hill with my husband Michael, our two young children and our five-year-old bulldog, Dottie.  My husband is also in education. Our home is filled with a love for learning, children and slobbery bulldogs.