METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PIKE TOWNSHIP
Regular Meeting
October 8, 2015
The Board of Education of the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township met in a regular session on
Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Administrative Services Center. Present at the meeting
were: Mr. Metzler, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. Randolph, Mr. Abrams, Mr. Downs, Mr. Huffine, Mrs. Poore,
members; and Superintendent Jones.
President Metzler requested to combine the action items on the agenda as a consent agenda.
Ms. Sherry Shelton, Director of Information Services, displayed the new district website on the
Boardroom monitors. Questions were answered and comments made.
Ms. Sarah Dorsey, Communications Officer presented a district update to the Board. She stated, “As we
speak, Anti-Bullying Expert, Travis Brown (A.K.A. Mr. Mojo) is sharing his expertise with parents and
students at Pike High School.” In addition, she informed the Board that Pike High School hosted their
fitness boot camp to help raise funds to fight cancer. Also, tomorrow representatives from the NCAA,
IUPUI and University of Indianapolis (U of I) will host a pep session for our third graders encouraging
them to be readers and strive for academic success. The NCAA and U of I will provide the third graders
with backpacks full of school supplies and each student will receive a free book for their home libraries.
Ms. Dorsey informed the Board that some of our Youth CareerConnect (YCC) students were invited to
attend Rolls-Royce100 year celebration and the students did an excellent job representing the district.
The Pike women’s soccer team advanced to the sectional semi-finals. In addition, our Pike High School
Boys Cross Country Team is in the county championship; they will compete at Ben Davis this Saturday at
10 am. Also, this Saturday, our Pike Township Educational Foundation will host their annual Race for
Education and on October 28th we will have Safe Trick or Treat at the Pike Freshman Center from 5 to 7
pm, sponsored by their Business Professionals of America. President Metzler reminded the Board of their
role in the Safe Trick or Treat at Pike Freshman Center.
Mary Chalmers, Mayor’s Neighborhood liaison for Pike attended the Board meeting and shared some
community information. She stated, “Leaf season (pick up) starts November 9th – December 4th. Also,
Neighbor Power is October 17th from 8:30 to 5:30 pm; this is a great opportunity to hear stories about
neighbors doing amazing things to revitalize their neighborhoods.” (www.neighborpowerindy.org)
Mrs. Patricia Burton, Director of Student and Community Services, asked Mr. Roy Dobbs to the podium.
Mr. Dobbs presented a video to the Board in an effort to give a visual account of the outstanding work
ethic and commitment displayed by representatives of the Young Men of Purpose program. The
following gentlemen were recognized:
Darrell Brooks
Mario Brown
Ben Csikos
Robert Douglas
William James
Jethro Knazze
Joshua Mott
Gary Nickleson
Bill Riggs
Monte Tapplar
Curtis Wright
Superintendent Jones expressed his appreciation to the following individuals for their hard work and
commitment in supporting his mission and vision for the entire school district. The following individuals
were recognized:
Laurie Bradby
Diyawnne Farris
Cherì Harvey
Lorie Pettiford
President Metzler noticed in the audience, Mrs. Alicia Ramsey, a former Board member. Mrs. Ramsey
complimented Superintendent Jones and the Board of Education on the appearance of the Administration
building.
President Metzler reminded the Board that they will vote on the balance of the meeting as a consent
agenda, all topics will be presented as one topic. In addition he stated, “If there is anything that we need
to pull out on a separate basis, we can do that as an individual item prior to voting on the consent agenda
or we can just have discussion on any one item as part of the consent agenda.”
President Metzler asked for a motion to present the meeting as a consent agenda.
Mr. Huffine moved:
To accept President Metzler’s motion to present the meeting as a consent agenda.
Mrs. Richardson seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously.
Mrs. Randolph moved:
To approve the consent agenda as presented.
V. ACTION ITEMS
A. Minutes of the Board of Education Regular Meeting – September 24, 2015
B. Claims and Allowances
C. Human Resources Report
D. Title II Part A Grant
E. PATINS AEMing Grant
F. Request for Approval of 3M Aearo Technologies Grant
G. Contracts
 Professional Services – Magnify Learning (professional development)
 Noble, Inc. – (employment services/exceptional learners)
 Learning for Life MOU (curriculum based program/exceptional learners)
 Arts for Learning (after school academic and personal enrichment program)
 Professional Services – Rodney Draving (high ability testing administrative
support)
 Scantron Corporation (maintenance and support/OMR scanner & bar code
reader)
 Professional Services – Lori Desautel (professional development)
 Professional Services – Ryan Flessner (professional development)
H. Donation
 Monetary Donation – Pyramid Point Post-Acute Rehabilitation Center
Mr. Huffine seconded the motion. Mrs. Poore asked how many students are involved in the PATINS.
Mrs. Megan Ahlers, Director of Exceptional Learners did not attend the Board meeting and the
Administrators attending the meeting were unsure. Therefore, Mrs. Poore stated that she would ask
Mrs. Megan Ahlers. The Board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda.
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Board Member Items
Mr. Downs complimented Mr. Rivas and the security team on their efforts in directing traffic at the high
school during one of the events.
Mr. Metzler informed the Board of a note he received from a Fanning/Howey building representative
updating him on feedback from clients who toured one of Pike’s buildings. The person was very
complimentary of the appearance of the building.
In addition, Mr. Metzler sadly informed the Board of the passing of Mr. Chuck Willig.
Mrs. Poore mentioned that three Board members attended the ISBA Conference. She expressed that she
thoroughly enjoyed a presentation by the keynote speaker, titled, Debunking 50 Myths and Lies about
Public Education. The presentation was informative.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Ms. Lorie Pettiford, Dr. Gilbert, Mrs. Patricia Burton, Mr. David Holly, Mrs. Cynthia Huffman,
Ms. Mary Kay Hunt, Mr. Joe Lampert, Mr. Raul Rivas, Mrs. Linda Searles, Ms. Sherry Shelton,
Dr. Larry Young, Ms. Sarah Dorsey, Mr. Roy Dobbs, Mrs. Laurie Bradby, Mr. Darrell Brooks,
Mr. Jose Candelaria, Mr. Jim Fallis, Mrs. Diyawnne Ferris, Mrs. Cheri Harvey, Mr. Bill James, Mr.
Jethroe Knazze, Mr. Monte Tapplar, Mr. Joshua Mott, Mr. Gary Nickleson, staff members; Mrs. Alicia
Ramsey, and Mr. John Ramsey, Jr., were also present.
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