METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PIKE TOWNSHIP. Regular Meeting May 26, 2016

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1 METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PIKE TOWNSHIP The Board of Education of the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township met in a regular session on Thursday, at 7:00 p.m. at the Administrative Services Center. Present at the meeting were: Mrs. Richardson, Mr. Huffine, Mr. Abrams, Mr. Metzler, members; and Mr. Jones, Superintendent. Mrs. Randolph, Mr. Downs, and Mrs. Poore were absent. Mrs. Richardson, Vice President of the Board of Education, made an announcement regarding a delay in the start of the Board meeting. She mentioned, There must be a quorum (a minimum of four Board members present) before a meeting can begin. This is the first time that we have not had a quorum at the start of a School Board meeting. Just as she was making the announcement, Mr. Larry Metzler entered the Board Room. Mrs. Sarah Dorsey, Communications Officer presented the following information to the Board: Celebrated the Academic Top 30 from the Class of 2016 and inducted three amazing Pike grads into our Alumni Hall of Fame, as well as a wonderful Senior Honors Night. Hosted a Pinning Ceremony for our first class of graduates from our Certified Nursing Assistant class. 100% of our graduated, earning their CNA's, which gives those juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn a certification which requires some form of post-secondary nursing instruction. Hosted our annual district field day and our annual Academic Super Bowl. New Augusta South was featured on WFYI's No Limits for their work with the Food Rescue program. Eagle Creek Elementary School won the st Place Gold National Math Pentathlon Team Trophy. Our PHS Women's Rugby Team defeated the defending state champs, North Central, and advanced to Semi-state. Our PHS Girls Track Team won its 3rd consecutive regional title and several of our athletes qualified for state. There were too many great times and personal bests to list them all, but Lynna Irby broke regional records in the 100 and 400, and Sandra Brown broke a regional record and is now ranked 13th in the nation in pole vaulting. Mr. Joe Lampert, Director of Human Resources recognized the 2016 Retirees. The following individuals received a certificate of recognition for the unwavering commitment to the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township. Transportation Janice Glenn Eastbrook Elementary School Renee Greene Pike High School Margaret Jean Johnson Pike High School Patricia Austin Transportation Mackerlene Bates Transportation Leonard Cannon - Transportation Mary Lou Feist - Snacks Crossing Elementary School Carol Lamkin Guion Creek Middle School Janice Shade Fishback Creek Public Academy Victor Stewart Pike High School

2 Page 2 Mrs. Tracy Swinton presented the Superintendent s Above & Beyond Award to the following individuals for their hard-work and commitment to the Robotics Team: Peter Argo Rolls Royce Elwood Bredehoeft Pike Retiree Eric Bredehoeft Pike Alumnus Lenny de la Cruz Pike Alumnus Reginald McGregor Rolls Royce Mike Trapp Rolls Royce Ollie Trapp Ben Davis Alumnus John Yamashita Rolls Royce Retiree Jamila Nassar Pike Educator and Sponsor Ilesha Sherrer Pike Educator Jeanette Craw Pike Staff Robert Bering Pike High School Senior Austin Shores Pike High School Senior Mrs. Maggie Bishop, Principal at Guion Creek Middle School presented the Superintendent s Above & Beyond Award to the following individuals for their support and commitment to the production of the Lion King, Jr. The following individuals were recognized: Sarah Bachman Kyle Bredehoeft Amy Dorn Jeff Dorn Debbie Huffine Natalie Huffine Trent Rowlett Ellen Sayles Marcy Weber Morgan Whitcomb Mrs. Evelyn Gearries, Assistant Principal, Pike High School/Pike Freshman Center recognized the following Pike employees for their exceptional commitment and service to the school district: Pamela Hatcher, RN Carol Robinson, Social Worker Monte Tapplar Kevin Colbert Larna Spearman Julian Emmanuel Pike Alumnus Mrs. Siobahn Carey, Resident District Manager for Chartwells, presented the food service department update to the Board. Mrs. Carey spoke on the following topics: 1. Contract Renewal 2nd renewal of 4 Fee increase of 2.7% based on the Bureau of Labor Statics food away from home Contract start date is July 1st, June 30th, Annual Meal Price Increase Why do we have to complete an Annual Meal Increase?

3 Page 3 Regulations at 7 CFR (e) states that all SFA that charged less than $2.78 for paid lunches in SY are required to adjust their weighted average lunch price or add non-federal funds to the nonprofit school food service account. 3. Current Meal Price PHS Paid Breakfast- $1.55 PHS Reduced Breakfast- $.30 All Elementary & Middle Schools Breakfast- $0.00 Elementary Lunch- $2.00 Secondary Lunch- $2.20 Secondary Premium-$ Proposed Meal Pricing for PHS Paid Breakfast- $1.60 PHS Reduced Breakfast- $.30 All Elementary & Middle Schools Breakfast- $0.00 Elementary Lunch- $2.20 Secondary Lunch- $2.50 Questions were answered and comments made. Minutes of the regular meeting held on May 12, 2016 having been circulated among members of the Board of Education, Mr. Metzler moved: They be approved as written. Mr. Huffine seconded the motion which carried unanimously. The Superintendent recommended the Department of Human Resources Report be approved as presented and placed on file in the office of the Director of Human Resources. Mr. Huffine moved: Mr. Metzler seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously. Vice President Richardson combined the following items as one action item: C. Approval of Chartwells Meal Price Increases for the School Year D. Approval of Chartwells Annual Renewal Agreement for the School Year

4 Page 4 The Superintendent recommended the following items: C. Approval of Chartwells Meal Price Increases for the School Year D. Approval of Chartwells Annual Renewal Agreement for the School Year be approved as presented and placed on file in the office of the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education. Mr. Metzler moved: Mr. Abrams seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously. Vice President Richardson combined the following items as one action item: E. Contracts Professional Services Adam M. Azman (staff development) Professional Services Deborah S. Teuscher (staff development planetarium) Professional Services Ryan Flessner (staff development) Professional Services Lindsay Lewellyn (staff development) Professional Services Mary Z. Krohn (staff development) Professional Services Dean Ballotti (staff development) Professional Services Crystal Morton Consulting (student educational camp) IHealth Corporation (student mentoring services) Agile Minds Services Agreement (Licensing Algebra and Geometry) F. Donations Office Supplies Lynne Iwanski Monetary Donation Nancy Huffman and work place The Superintendent recommended the following items: E. Contracts Professional Services Adam M. Azman (staff development) Professional Services Deborah S. Teuscher (staff development planetarium) Professional Services Ryan Flessner (staff development) Professional Services Lindsay Lewellyn (staff development) Professional Services Mary Z. Krohn (staff development) Professional Services Dean Ballotti (staff development) Professional Services Crystal Morton Consulting (student educational camp) IHealth Corporation (student mentoring services) Agile Minds Services Agreement (Licensing Algebra and Geometry) F. Donations Office Supplies Lynne Iwanski Monetary Donation Nancy Huffman and work place be approved as presented and placed on file in the office of the Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Huffine moved:

5 Page 5 Mr. Metzler seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously. Board Member Items Mr. Huffine informed the Board that the Boys & Girls Rugby Team advanced to Semi-State; they will play this Saturday in Fishers, IN. Mr. Metzler asked if this is the second or third year that the girls have had a Rugby team. Mr. Huffine was unsure. In addition, Mr. Metzler stated, The boys Rugby team coach is a Pike graduate. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m. Ms. Lorie Pettiford, Dr. Gary Gilbert, Mrs. Megan Ahlers, Mrs. Pat Burton, Mr. David Holly, Mrs. Cindy Huffman, Ms. Mary Kay Hunt, Mr. Joe Lampert, Ms. Sherry Shelton, Dr. Larry Young, Mrs. Maggie Bishop, Ms. Sarah Dorsey, Mrs. Jeanette Craw, Ms. Amy Dorn, Mrs. Evelyn Gearries, Mrs. Janice Glenn, Mrs. Renee Greene, Mr. Darryl, Hall, Mrs. Debbie Huffine, Ms. Natalie Huffine, Pike High School Student, Mrs. Sally Mills, Ms. Jamila Nassar, Mrs. Sarah Spearman, Mrs. Tracy Swinton, Mr. Monte Tapplar, Mrs. Carol Robinson, Mrs. Marcy Weber, Ms. Morgan, Whitcomb, staff members. Mr. Woody Bredehoeft and Ms. Kelly Cooper, patrons, were also present.