001[Music] Shall we stand for our pledge of allegiance? I pledge algiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Good evening and on the behalf of the absence of our president tonight and the entire board of MSD Pike Township, we welcome you to our regular May 8th board meeting. At this time, we're going to ask if there's anyone that would come forward for the good of the cause to share with us tonight. You may um if you're coming forth to share, time limit 3 minutes and state your name if there's anyone for the good of the cause. No one for the good of the cause. Then we move on to Spotlight on Pike Sarah Doris.
002Good evening. It's wonderful to see you all again. Um, first and foremost, happy teachers appreciation week to all of the teachers that serve here in Pike Township and everywhere. Um, Tab Way said that the best thing about being a teacher is that it matters. The hardest thing about being a teacher is that it matters every day. So, thank you to all the amazing educators who choose to share their time and talent serving and supporting our wonderful community. Words cannot adequately express how much we appreciate your dedication and hard work. It matters every day. On Sunday, we actually had the opportunity to celebrate how much that support matters from educators and families when we recognized our academic top 30 and inducted coach Ashley Barlo and Dr. Andy Shern into our alumni hall of fame. There will
003be a special feature in this Sunday's Indie Star celebrating their accomplishments. We want to congratulate Pike High School junior Kellen Eder for winning the individual MC championship and to our boys golf team for placing second in the MC tournament. We're also celebrating the fact that our new Augusta North girls track team won the MIC championship and our new Augusta North boys track team finished runner up. We want to remind you that all of our elementary schools will be hosting kindergarten expo next Thursday, May 15th, from 5:30 to 7:30. On Saturday, we have our Red Devil Dash. Um, we had an amazing event at Pike High School this evening, but I have a feeling some of our board members are going to share about that, so I'm not going to steal the thunder. But I just
004want to congratulate everyone and thank everyone who contributed to that event. And a special shout out to our Pike football family for being there, listening, learning, and supporting. Last but never least, we want to thank the generous donors listed on this evening's agenda. Lazaria Smith donated $500 for student honors and incentives at Lincoln Middle School. Kappa Kappa Kappa, Inc. donated $100 for music supplies at New Augusta South. The Pike Township Education Foundation donated $1,016 for task boxes at Lincoln Middle School, $500 to sponsor the Alumni Hall of Fame Gala, $75 um for a basket from treasures to the Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center, $200 to natural for a natural hazard grant at Lincoln Middle School, the Black Man Giving Foundation on behalf of Allison Transmission donated $150 to Pike High school robotics. Common Ground Christian
005Church West donated winter coats and uniforms with an estimated value of $527. And State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company litigation council estimated um donated hygiene items, laundry detergent, canned food, dish soap um with an estimated value of $700 to our Red Zone food pantry. So, thank them for their generosity and support. Thank you, Sarah. We are on to reports to the board. First up, teacher of the year, uh, classified employee, Dr. Justin Hunter. Mr. Vice President, members of the board, and Dr. young. We gather as a school community tonight to recognize the extraordinary individuals who embody the heart, soul, and spirit of our school district. From the hands that keep our buildings running and our students safe to the minds that ignite learning and shape futures to the faithful hearts that have served across decades
006who are here to say thank you tonight. Whether classified, certified, or retired, each honory represents the very best of who we are. committed, compassionate, and called to make a difference. This evening, we don't just recognize their work. We celebrate their impact, their legacy, and the lives they've touched along the way. Let us begin this moment now by recognizing our classified employees. When you hear your name called, would you please come forward? Nikita Ligins. [Applause] Alexa, she had [Applause] Trinity Hill [Applause] Elizabeth [Applause] Hignite, Michaela Russell [Applause] Shayla William [Applause] Dupri, Tanya Torablanca, Chassley Henderson, [Applause] Lou [Applause] Hler, Rosie Montgomery, [Applause] Tonight [Applause] Livingston, Holly [Applause] Riddle, Shelby Livingston, [Applause] Resa [Applause] flight, Kelsey Vickery. [Applause] Lisa [Applause] Porz, Sivon Harris [Applause] Sheila Stanton. Let's give a big round of applause for our classified employees
007of the year. [Applause] All right, here we go. [Music] Thank you. Thank you. [Applause] Mr. Vice President, members of the board, Dr. Young, as we talk about our certified employees, great teaching doesn't just educate, it inspires, it uplifts, it transforms. Our certified employees of the year are master educators who bring knowledge to life, build bridges with students, and leave lifelong impressions in the hearts and minds of those they teach. Their commitment to excellence and education is a gift to every classroom, every student, and our entire school community. When you hear your name call, would you please come forward? Casey Taber. Cara Hazelwood. [Applause] Amberly Stevens, Amy Roar, Alexandra Redmond, [Applause] [Laughter] Paulina Belleros, [Applause] Kaden Cage, [Applause] Londa [Applause] France, Lori [Applause] Terry, Megan Hernandez, [Applause] Zack [Applause] Smith, Dia [Applause] Camp, Angie Justice Hannah
008Enllo, Jeremy Vanus. [Applause] Let's give a big round to our teachers of the year. [Applause] Heat. Heat. Let's give him one more big round of [Applause] applause. Mr. Vice President, members of the board, Dr. Young. This evening, we celebrate those who have poured years of their lives into this district. Our retirees, their legacy is written in the lives they've touched, the lessons they've taught, and the love they've shown. As we prepare to step into new chapters, we pause to say thank you for the time. Thank you for the talent. Thank you for the unwavering dedication they've given to our to each generation. As you hear your name called, would you please come? Katherine Ael with 22 years. [Applause] Pamela Brea with 35 years. Pamela Burking with 25 years. [Applause] David Shinaki with 21 years. Sher
009Elely with 23 years. [Applause] Pamela Bravaro with 26 years. Jane Lucas with 34 years. Michelle Milton with 22 years. Charlotte Milton with 30 years. John Cow herd with 14 [Applause] years. Jody Dica with 30 [Applause] years. Elaine Isers with 13 years. [Applause] Patricia Henderson with 10 [Applause] years. Sheila Ingram with 21 years. Lieutenant Commander William James with 19 [Music] years. Michelle Knap with 27 years. [Applause] Lawrence Mayfield with 18 [Applause] years. Paula Paul with 18 years. Nelly Prince with 26 years. Kathy Zimmerman with 24 [Music] years. Mary McDonald, our oasis coordinator with 20 years, retiring twice from Pike [Applause] Township. Can we give a big round of applause for our retirees? [Applause] [Music] Thank you classified of the year. Thank you teacher of the year. Thank you retirees for changing the lives of our students.
010[Music] All right, we're next up. We are on to program evaluation, Dr. Nunnley. And that was electrifying energy. And the words of M in the words of Mrs. Barnes, that was a [Applause] vibe. Hallelujah. [Music] All right, Mr. Nelly. Dr. Nelly, we're ready. Okay. Good evening, Mr. Vice President. We're going to ask everyone to get you. Remember, we're still having our board meeting going on. Much There you go. Good evening, Mr. Vice President, members of the board, and Dr. Young. Thank you for the opportunity to share our program evaluation model with you this evening. This model will provide a framework for understanding how we assess, refine, and enhance district programs to ensure effectiveness, accountability, and alignment with our strategic plans. Program evaluation is a disciplined systematic approach used to def to determine whether our educational
011programs and practices are meeting the the the needs of the students and they are aligning with our district goals. Now the purpose of program evaluation it's multi-layered. It can inform strategic planning, drive instructional improvement, support datainformed decisions and ensure ensures that we are allocating resources where they have the greatest effect. Now, our key objectives focus on accountability, improvement, and outcomes. Evaluation gives us evidence to decide what to keep, what to improve, and what to stop. It helps us meet the community's expectations for transparency and high performance. It reinforces sound fiscal stewardship by ensuring that the use of federal the use of federal and state funds are driven by data aligned decisions. And as you see, there's a cycle that is always ongoing. It's continuous. We plan, we implement, we measure, we monitor, we evaluate. And
012that's an ongoing cycle. Now, there are different types of program evaluations. Formative evaluations help us make early corrections. Summitive evaluations confirm whether outcomes were achieved. Process evaluations assess how well implementation is going. Outcome evaluations look at shortterm results and impact evaluations assess long-term value and influence. Each type of evaluation has a different may have a different methodology approach to it. It's not a one-sizefititall. Quantitative methods help us measure. Qualitative methods help us provide insight and a mixed methods approach might offer a more comprehensive picture. And the impact of each type of evaluation is kind of driven by the scope of what the evaluation is. Now, our evaluations are always collaborative. We want to make sure that we're including students, families, staff, and also the community because every voice matters. Stakeholder input ensures that the data
013has context and the outcomes are meaningful and it ultimately builds ownership in the process. Guiding questions keep our evaluations focused and practical. By anchoring our work in clear questions, we ensure relevance. The applications show how the findings will be utilized. It can improve effectiveness, support decisions, promote equity, validate resource utilization. Now, next, the next five slides are going to go over some of the current ongoing program evaluations that we are conducting in the business department. The treasurer training evaluation ensures that our fiscal staff have the necessary tools and knowledge to maintain compliance and consistency across the district. Within the curriculum department, we're looking at the K through8 computer science curriculum and we're reviewing to make sure that it's aligned with standards and that the effective roll out of the content is ultimately supporting our students.
014For the elementary level, we're looking at the high ability programming and we want to ensure equity and access to advanced learning specifically in grades K through two. Within the facilities department, we're troubleshooting the emergency response and work order timeliness to enhance building safety and operations. Within the HR department, we're looking at the new teacher onboarding program and how it impacts retention and preparedness of our new teacher. We're evaluating that process to make sure it's consistent and effective. Within the IT department, the focus is on how quickly and efficiently classroom tech issues are resolved and we're trying to identify any systematic issues. At the secondary level, we're reviewing the power up program to ensure fidelity and its impact on literacy. In the special education department, we're assessing the structure of the compliance monitor to support IEP
015compliance and Medicaid efficiency. Within the transportation department, we're reviewing bus behavior incidents by analyzing historical data and assessing the success of training uh interventions that have been implemented. And in the wellness department, we are evaluating the standardizing of the RTI practice across all of our elementary schools to ensure students receive appropriate and timely support. Now, once we collect this data, we're going to compare it against established benchmarks. We'll compare that, then interpret those findings, and we'll make some strategic recommendations. Our feedback loop involves sharing the findings with our superintendent, school leaders, stakeholders while we also are gathering data on this process in itself to see how we can refine it and make it better. And then lastly, I want to show if I can a sample of what a a final report will look like.
016So this is a sample in real time. This is not the data is not completed. We're not finished doing the evaluation. But what you see here is one what the evaluation is and the evaluation scope and the purpose of it. Then you we can identify what the specific evaluation questions are that we're trying to answer. Next, we'll look at the methods. We'll input the methods that we utilize to collect the data. And then you start to see some of the key findings, which will be critical as we're looking at analysis and making some of those strategic recommendations. And you'll see who actually completed some of the questionnaires. You'll see if we use other means to collect the data. So, all of that will be placed within within a single report. In the case of this
017evaluation with computer tech, we actually have an internal system as well. So when those um opportunities exist, we'll pull that data as well and do some comparative analysis so that we can kind of start to triangulate data as much as we can so that when we make those analysis, we have a full complete picture. Finally, you'll see the analysis and then ultimately the goal is to make some recommendations. Um, and then the appendix will have that actual raw data uh where people may have responded to the questionnaire. So, that is our model for program evaluation. We're still building it out. We're growing. This is our first year in the process. As I said before, um after this year, um we'll look to refine it, see how we can evolve it, make it better. Um, but
018I think we're off to a good start. And with that, I'll ask, do you have any questions for me? Are there any questions for Dr. Nunley? I have one question. Um, so on the sample draft report that you provided, the one that you just showed us, um, I'm interested in the fact that the ticket volume by school type identifies middle school as disproportionately large, which is stated in the qualitative, um, review. I guess I'm curious as to what next steps maybe that your team has explored to mitigate that. So what I will say first is that data is not complete. Okay. Um that was a sample of the data. Now it may ultimately show that to be the case and if it does that's where I'll get with the director of IT, get with the
019superintendent and then we'll start looking at what are some things that we can do to kind of mitigate some of those concerns. Thank you and thank you for this report. You're welcome. All right. If there's no other questions, Dr. Nelly, thank you. Thank you. We move on to our action items for this evening. First up is our a motion to accept our minutes from our last education meeting. So move, brother President. Second. Move. Second. Move. Second that we accept minutes from our last education meeting, April 24th, 2025. Are there any questions? No questions. We move on to vote. All in favor say I. I. Oppose. Next up is our uh action item B and C, human resource report, Dr. Justin Hunter, and our supplemental board report, Dr. Justin Hunter. Mr. Vice President, members of the
020board, Dr. Young, I ask that you approve human resource report items B and C as presented. I move we accept items B and C as presented. Second. Then moved and second that we accept action items B and C as presented by Dr. Justin Hunter. Due to the nature confidentiality of our reports, we move on to vote. All in favor say I. I oppose. Thank you, Dr. Hunter. Thank you, sir. And we have action items D, contract Dr. Alicia Gatewood and action items E, donations, Dr. Alicia Gatewood for a up for a recommendation for approval. Good evening, Mr. Vice President, members of the board, and Dr. Young. I'm request requesting approval of action items D, contracts, and E, donations as presented. I make a motion that we approve um D and E. Second. It's been moved
021and second that we accept action items D and E. Dr. Alicia Gatewood. Are there any questions on the vote? All in favor say I. I oppose. Thank you, Dr. Gatewood. And we're on the board member item. Dr. Moore. Thank you, Mr. Vice President. I'd like to congratulate the retirees and the uh certified uh teachers and uh uh the teachers of the year. I think uh when we look at uh the teachers, we need to understand that teachers uh uh they're the profession that create all other professions. and we ought to be able to uh respect them to the utmost and realize that their mental health is just as important as anybody else's mental health. So, let's continue to pray for our teachers and uplift our teachers who educate uh others to be as uh uh
022great as they can become. Thank you. Thank you, Dr. Moore, Mrs. Wilson. Okay. Um the celebration is is um aligned with what we're going through this week which is teachers awareness appreciation and so this fall right in line with that to appreciate our teachers because they work hard at what they do. um I got to experience as thank you Miss Dorsey for allowing me to say this. Um across at the high school today was one of the the most rewarding experiences of watching 55 different vendors in our school bring their products and present it to our community in regards to mental health. We bring um sports, we bring um bands, we bring swimming, all that to our school. But we brought vendors that gave our students our we had football players there. It was about
02360 of them that were there and they stayed. They didn't come and leave. They stayed. Um the vendors were giving you great information. I learned a lot um as I went through some of the vendors and I thought that it was such a positive thing for our community because it made us aware of some of the things and the resources that are out there for us to make sure that we are mentally handling taking care of ourselves so that we can actually take care of our students and they can also make sure the students have a resource that they can go to. So I thought that Pike bringing that to our community was great. So hands off to Mr. Wall-ally and to Miss Monet. I think they did a great job of getting that together.
024And then one other thing I wanted to mention is that I I was able to participate in the the school prom. I do it every year because I have exceptional learning students there. And that is another rewarding um event that Pike brings to the community. And to watch Kiana Miller and again, Mr. Wallally have it so organized and they knew exactly where everybody was supposed to be and they didn't have any issues. No, nothing. So, I know I'm talking long, but I had to get this out because I just wanted to know how pike proud I am to be sitting here to be able to say these positive things about our community and our school and our staff. Thank you. Thank you, Mrs. Wilson. Uh Mr. Huffer. Um, so many things to be proud of
025this um, this week and always, but um, you know, as has already been said to all the teachers and classified employees of the year. Um, to the retirees, oh my goodness, all those years to put in um, pouring into the lives of of everyone in the community's babies, right? Um, it is um, as everyone has said, I mean, there is just no more commendable profession and and words don't express it enough. We appreciate everything you guys do. I'm sorry so many are trying to make it so hard for you to do the things you do. Hopefully any way we can, we want to try to ease those burdens because it is um we just so appreciate you guys. Um as has already been said also um with the mental health fair, it was astounding how
026many um you said 55 tables. I didn't even realize the count and packed with community members. It it was tremendous. personally, even the booth that was next to us, I got information to help a friend um that and so, you know, it it it directed directly impacted me and so I just thank you to everyone who had a hand in putting um putting that event on. It is something that is so needed honestly in every community and I really appreciate that. Um this was my first year getting having the opportunity to participate in the top 30 and the hall of fame uh inductions at Pike. What a wonderful event. I had the pleasure of having dinner with Mr. Churn or Dr. Churn I should say uh who was one of the inductees and then Miss
027Barlo as well. Just um I love seeing the things that our Pike um graduates are doing in the world. Just so amazing the things that Pike um Pike graduates are contributing. Um I do want to make a special thank you um to Chartwells at the food pantry this last week. um it was brought up at this point in the year. They have donated over 2200 lb of fruit uh to our Pike community. And what impressed me even so much more is that that is actually our students redonating that fruit back. If any of them don't eat the fruit, they put it in these sharing boxes. I had no idea. Um and and so our through Chartwells, our students are giving back to our community, which is is amazing and just love that. Um, the last
028thing I wanted to point out just because it blew me away. Um, this last Friday my wife and I attended with some friends the uh, jazz allstars concert down at Clu Hall and there were uh, some jazz luminaries, Jonathan Butler, Naji, Gerald Albbright. None of that mattered. There was this amazing young man that was the opening act playing the cello and um, during the night they announced that he was a Pike grad. His name was Ivan Morland. Apparently he graduated two years ahead of my son-in-law. phenomenal musicians. So, you just never know where you're going to find Pike grads doing amazing things when you get out and about. So, thank you to everyone. Thank you, Mr. Huffer. Mrs. Barnes, I I also attended the mental health fair. What an amazing event to see. Um, I
029love the kick the stigma. There's, you know, mental health is just like going to the dentist or the doctor or anywhere else you need to go to get the care that you need. And I love how we boldly stand in our community to say that and we match it with our actions. We match it with our policies and we're serious about mental health and I love that about um how we represent the community. I also want to say happy teacher appreciation week. Um also to my fellow board member, Miss Kelly um because she and I are both classroom teachers. So certainly want to say that and also to Miss Wilson, recently retired classroom teacher. So um educators, we do a lot of things. We do a lot of things beyond the classroom. Uh happy Mother's
030Day uh to those who celebrate and felia de la Madre Madre for those who will be celebrating on Saturday instead of Sunday. And hope to see you out next Saturday for the Red Devil Dash. I'll be walking that 5K. Not dashing. Walking. Join me walking. Thank you, Mrs. Mrs. Barnes. Thank you, Miss Kelly. Again, happy teacher appreciation week. I'll start there. I too had an opportunity to attend the mental health fair. blown away by the information and got to see some folks that I've worked with in the past at some of the from some of the organizations and just our students receiving all that good information and learning to kick the stigma of mental health awareness and that again very pr proud as Miss Barnes said that we are emphasizing the importance of it's not
031just self-care, but if you are not mentally well, you're not going to be able to serve. You're not going to be able to function and ultimately hold a job. So, we want you to be able to function in the community. I won't linger there. I um too with Mr. Hoofer participated in the top 30 scholar gayla gayla on Sunday and had a chance to um assist in aducting inducting our new hall of fame alumni. And again, that event is always stellar and it blows me away to see and read the amazing things our students are planning to achieve. And then when they are lum, we get to recognize them again for making those accomplishments and even going further than where their minds can take them at this young age. And um to the retirees, the
032educators of the year, classified and certified, congratulations. You have worked hard this school year. Our students have benefited. Our your colleagues have benefited from your expertise and knowledge. We thank you. And I just have to say Eagle Creek brought the spirit. That was amazing. Um they they were I had to recognize them because they brought they brought the spirit. And just again as always it's about making sure we're here for the long haul so we take care of ourselves so that we're able to help take care of somebody else. Mr. Vice President, may I make a statement? Yes. Go right ahead. I apologize for breaking decorum, but my colleague failed to mention that she completed her second master's degree and it was conferred. [Applause] Dr. Yeah. Thank you, Mr. Vice President, and congratulations and thank
033you for modeling lifelong learning. Miss Kelly, you are a model for all of us. So, thank you and our our our current students. Congratulations to the phenomenal educators that were recognized this evening. Thank you to all the team members out here that helped make that event special. I agree and concur with um the members of the staff who are all busy, but they came here to help make the evening even more special for the colleagues and I absolutely love and appreciate that. Again, congratulations. I know it's been said, but I'd be remiss if I didn't say it as well. to our top 30, our Hall of Fame inductees. And I can't tell you how appreciative I am to Ashley Barlo and Dr. Andy Turn. They are two very, very busy people. But to come back
034to Indianapolis to this area and let us just love on them um and recognize them meant a great deal. I also want to thank Coca-Cola Consolidated. They came alongside the district and helped us recognize our teachers and other educators by providing a lunch for all staff across the district this week. So, thank you to Coca-Cola console. Thank you. Thank you, Dr. In closing, I just like to say happy Mother's Day to all of our mothers and just pray and wish and hope and continue to uh believe that mothers mothers are the most outside of God. The most important people all of us in here came by way of a mother and we appreciate our mothers and take some time and celebrate. Even if your mother is gone, blessed are the memories of your dear mother.
035And so we say happy mother's day to all of us. With that said, so a motion move for the president. Second. Oh, we stand. Second meeting ajourn. Amen.