Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township, IN
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Fri Aug 21, 2026
Executive Session
School board holds executive session on collective bargaining strategy
The Board of Education will hold an executive session on August 21, 2026, at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN, beginning at 8:30am. The session is for discussion of strategy related to collective bargaining, as permitted under Indiana law. This is a procedural notice; no decisions or public discussion are listed.
- Executive session at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN
- Purpose: strategy discussion on collective bargaining
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Friday, August 21, 2026
Executive Session
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Friday, August 21, 2026. This meeting will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 8:30am.
1. INFORMATION
Subject
1.01 Notice of Executive Session
Meeting
Aug 21, 2026 - Executive Session
Category
1. INFORMATION
Type
Procedural
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Friday, August 21, 2026.
It will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 8:30am.
For the Following purpose in accordance with I.C. 5-14-1-1.5-6(b):
For Discussion of strategy with respect to any of the following: Collective Bargaining;
File Attachments
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing - Commencement of Collective Bargaining.
School board holds public hearing before teacher contract bargaining
The Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the commencement of collective bargaining with the Lawrence Education Association, as required by new Indiana state law. The hearing includes statements from district administration and the teachers' union, followed by public comment. This is a procedural item, not a decision on contract terms.
- Public hearing on collective bargaining commencement (Indiana Code 20-29-6-1(a))
- Hearing at Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216
- Public comment period after administration and union statements
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing - Commencement of Collective Bargaining.
The Board of Education will hold a Public Hearing on the Commencement of Collective Bargaining. The Hearing will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216 and will begin at 4:30pm.
1. INFORMATION
Subject
1.01 Public Hearing Before Commencement of Collective Bargaining
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Notice of Public Hearing - Commencement of Collective Bargaining.
Category
1. INFORMATION
Type
Procedural
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Per New Indiana State Law, the MSD of Lawrence Township will hold a Public Hearing before the commencement of Collective Bargaining.
After a statement from the MSDLT Administration and the LEA Teacher Unions are read, we will hear public comment.
Notice of Public Hearing
Regarding items described in Indiana Code 20-29-6-1(a)
Notice is hereby given that MSD of Lawrence Township and the Lawrence Education Association will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, August 19, at 4:30 p.m. local time, in the Lawrence Education and Community Center, located at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, Indiana, to discuss the items described in Indiana Code 20-29-6-1(a) before engaging in formal collective bargaining. At the public hearing, the School Employer representative and the Lawrence Education Association representati …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026
August 10, 2026 Work Session
Board to vote on 2026-2027 lunch fees, no change for students
The Lawrence Township Board of Education will hold a work session to receive an update on Blue Ribbon facilities projects and vote on proposed lunch fees for the 2026-2027 school year. Student breakfast and lunch will remain free; adult breakfast will be $3.05 and adult lunch $5.30. The board will also vote on personnel reports.
- Blue Ribbon facilities update presented by Dr. Grant Nesbit
- Proposed lunch fees: student meals free, adult breakfast $3.05, adult lunch $5.30
- Vote on approval of 2026-2027 lunch fees
- Vote on approval of personnel reports
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Monday, August 10, 2026
August 10, 2026 Work Session
The August Work Session of the Board of Education will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 5:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - August 10, 2026 Work Session
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. Information Items
Subject
2.1 Blue Ribbon Update
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - August 10, 2026 Work Session
Category
2. Information Items
Type
Information
Presented by: Dr. Grant Nesbit
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Dr. Grant Nesbit will update the Board on the Blue Ribbon Facilities projects. He will share information and timelines for our current projects.
File Attachments
Blue Ribbon Update 8-10-2026.pptx (2,975 KB)
Subject
2.2 Proposed Lunch Fees for 2026-2027 School Year
Meeting
Aug 10, 2026 - August 10, 2026 Work Session
Category
2. Information Items
Type
Information
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles, Chief Financial Officer
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Mr. Miles will present the proposed Lunch Fees for the 2026-2027 School Year.
No change in lunch pricing for the students. There will be a slight increase in adult meal pricing. This is based on the formula used from the IDOE.
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Wed Jul 29, 2026
Executive Session - CANCELLED
School board holds executive session to discuss employee job evaluations
The Board of Education will hold an executive session on July 29, 2026, at 5720 Wheeler Road. The sole purpose, as stated under Indiana code, is to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Executive Session
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. This meeting will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 4:30pm.
1. INFORMATION
Subject
1.01 Notice of Executive Session
Meeting
Jul 29, 2026 - Executive Session
Category
1. INFORMATION
Type
Procedural
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
It will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 4:30pm.
For the Following purpose in accordance with I.C. 5-14-1-1.5-6(b):
To discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees. (This subdivision does not apply to any discussion of the salary, compensation, or benefits of employees during a benefit process)
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Board to vote on lease amendment and bond issuance for McKenzie Center project
The Lawrence Township school board will consider a second amendment to the lease of certain facilities and the issuance of bonds to fund the 2026‑2030 McKenzie Center for Innovation & Technology transformation. It will also vote on the proposed 2027 budget adoption calendar and approve a request for proposal for a serving line at Crestview Elementary. Additional informational items include a Blue Ribbon facilities update and a report on fund transfers between the Education and Operations funds.
- Second amendment to lease of school facilities and bond issuance for the 2026‑2030 McKenzie Center for Innovation & Technology project
- Approval of the 2027 Budget Adoption Calendar (budget introduction Aug 24 2026, advertising Aug 24‑26 2026, hearing Sep 14 2026, adoption Sep 28 2026)
- Approval of Request for Proposal for hot and cold serving line at Crestview Elementary
- Transfer of funds: $11,882,409.80 moved from Education Fund to Operations Fund; $3,141,118.91 moved from Operations Fund to Education Fund (net transfer $8,741,290.89)
- Blue Ribbon Facilities projects update (information and timelines)
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Monday, July 20, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
The July Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will be a combination Work Session and Monthly meeting. It will begin at 5:30pm.
1. Public Hearing
Subject
1.1 PROPOSED SECOND AMENDMENT TO LEASE OF CERTAIN SCHOOL FACILITIES TO THE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, MARION COUNTY, INDIANA, AND CERTAIN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION IN CONNECTION WITH THE 2026-2030 MCKENZIE CENTER FOR INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY FACILITY TRANSFORMATION AND DISTRICT-WIDE LONG-TERM CAPITAL MAINTENANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Meeting
Jul 20, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Public Hearing
Type
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Mr. Matt Miles will present information on: PROPOSED SECOND AMENDMENT TO LEASE OF CERTAIN SCHOOL FACILITIES TO THE METROPOLITAN
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, MARION COUNTY, INDIANA, AND CERTAIN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION IN CONNECTION WITH
THE 2026-2030 MCKENZIE CENTER FOR INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY FACILITY TRANSFORMATION AND DISTRICT-WIDE LONG-TERM
CAPITAL MAINTENANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
We will hear Public Comment at this time.
File Attachments
BT Update - Board Presentation Prelim Determination MCIT.GESC.2026.pptx (15,344 KB)
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
School board to consider stricter cell phone policy for students
The board will hold a public hearing on the proposed superintendent contract and receive information on several items, including a resolution to transfer funds between Education and Operations Funds, a cash account reconciliation journal entry of $58,646.05, an update on Blue Ribbon facilities projects, and a review of 2026-2027 student handbook changes. The handbook changes include a stricter personal communication device (PCD) policy requiring devices to be powered off and stored during the school day. No voting actions are scheduled on these information items.
- Public hearing on proposed Superintendent Contract
- Resolution to transfer funds between Education and Operations Funds (amount to be determined after June 30)
- Resolution for $58,646.05 journal entry to correct unreconciled cash account balance from 2016-2019
- Proposed student handbook changes requiring all personal communication devices (PCDs) to be powered off and stored during school day
- Blue Ribbon Facilities update on current projects and timelines
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Monday, June 22, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
The June Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 6:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome students from Sunnyside Elementary to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Superintendent's Award
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
1. Middle School Spring Sports
2. High School Spring Sports
3. Middle School Performing Arts
4. High School Performing Arts
File Attachments
3. Public Hearing
Subject
3.1 Superintendent Contract
Meeting
Jun 22, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
3. Public Hearing
Type
Information, Procedural
Presented by: Ms. Amy Norman
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Mon Jun 8, 2026
Work Session
Public hearing on $34M+ McKenzie Center expansion and district maintenance
The board will hold a second preliminary determination hearing for the 2026-2029 McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology Expansion/Renovation and District-wide Long-Term Capital Maintenance Improvement Project. They will also receive information on Blue Ribbon Facilities projects, a 2023-2026 Strategic Plan update, and a first reading of NEOLA policy updates covering 31 policies including wearable technology bans and coaching accreditation.
- Second preliminary hearing for $34M+ McKenzie Center expansion and district-wide maintenance (public comment taken)
- Blue Ribbon Facilities update on current project timelines (information only)
- 2023-2026 Strategic Plan year-three results presented (information only)
- NEOLA policy update first reading: 31 policies revised, including wearable tech definition (smartwatches, smart glasses) for classroom ban
- Policy updates also include changes to staff discipline, reduction in force, and extracurricular coaching accreditation
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Monday, June 8, 2026
Work Session
The Board of Education will hold a Work Session. The Meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler, Indianapolis, IN 46216 and will begin at 5:30pm
1. PUBLIC HEARING
Subject
1.01 Preliminary Determination Hearing
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Work Session
Category
1. PUBLIC HEARING
Type
Procedural
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Mr. Miles, along with legal counsel, will present information on the following projects for Public input.
We will hold a Preliminary Determination Hearing for the 2026-2029 McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology Expansion/Renovation and District-wide Long-Term Capital Maintenance Improvement Project.
We held our first Public Hearing on Monday, May 18th. Tonight will be the 2nd Preliminary Determination Hearing.
We will hear public comment at this time.
File Attachments
BT Update - Board Presentation Prelim Determination MCIT.GESC.2026.pptx (15,344 KB)
2. OPENING OF MEETING
Subject
2.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Work Session
Category
2. OPENING OF MEETING
Type
Procedural
The Work Session of the MSD of Lawrence Township will be called to order.
File Attachments
3. INFORMATION
Subject
3.01 Blue Ribbon Facilities Update
Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 - Work Sessi …
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Mon May 18, 2026
Executive Session
School board holds executive session on employee job performance
The Board of Education will hold an executive session on May 18, 2026, at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN, starting at 6:00 PM. The sole purpose, as cited under Indiana Code, is to discuss job performance evaluations of individual employees. No public decisions or votes are scheduled at this meeting.
- Executive session to discuss job performance evaluation of individual employees (I.C. 5-14-1-1.5-6(b))
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Monday, May 18, 2026
Executive Session
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Monday, May 18 2026. This meeting will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 6:00pm.
1. INFORMATION
Subject
1.01 Notice of Executive Session
Meeting
May 18, 2026 - Executive Session
Category
1. INFORMATION
Type
Procedural
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Monday, May 18, 2026.
It will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 6:00pm.
For the Following purpose in accordance with I.C. 5-14-1-1.5-6(b):
To discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees. (This subdivision does not apply to any discussion of the salary, compensation, or benefits of employees during a benefit process)
File Attachments
Mon May 18, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Meeting
Public hearing on McKenzie Center expansion and capital maintenance
The board will hold a preliminary determination hearing for the 2026-2029 McKenzie Center expansion/renovation and district-wide capital maintenance project. They will also receive updates on Blue Ribbon facilities projects and financial status. Routine approvals include minutes, personnel reports, claims, service agreements (including 14 KLIC contracts), fundraisers, and donations.
- Public hearing for 2026-2029 McKenzie Center expansion/renovation and district-wide long-term capital maintenance
- Update on Blue Ribbon Facilities projects with timelines
- Approval of 14 K12's Leading Indiana Cooperative (KLIC) service agreements and 220 Youth Leadership contract
- Approval of personnel reports and claims for May 18, 2026
- Recognition of students for robotics, science fair, eSports, and other achievements
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Monday, May 18, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Meeting
The May Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will be a combination work session and monthly board meeting and will begin at 5:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
May 18, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 18, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome student leaders from Skiles Test Elementary to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Superintendent's Award
Meeting
May 18, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Meeting
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
1. Jose Encarnacion - Facilities Director, Lawrence North
2. Elementary District Science Fair Award Winners:
1st Place: Samuel Dubon Lopez and Jonathon Tello-Teles, Harrison Hill Elementary
2nd Place: Eli Murphy, Oaklandon Eleme …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
Board to vote on RJB custodial, Eclipse security contracts; hear curriculum, calendar updates
The Lawrence Township School Board will vote on awarding custodial services to RJB and security services to Eclipse. They will also receive information on Blue Ribbon facilities projects, curriculum recommendations (K-12 ELA, CTE, before/after care), proposed 2027-2029 school calendars with a 2026-2027 amendment, and a financial update including cancellation of outstanding checks.
- Approval of RJB for custodial services
- Approval of Eclipse for security services
- Curriculum Advisory Committee recommendations and K-12 ELA/CTE updates
- Proposed 2027-2028 and 2028-2029 school calendars plus amendment to 2026-2027 calendar
- Financial update and amendment of cancelled outstanding checks
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Monday, April 27, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
The April Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center,5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 6:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome student leaders from Oaklandon Elementary to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Superintendent's Award
Meeting
Apr 27, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Tonight we will honor those individuals and teams who have distinguished themselves, showing LT EXCELLENCE.
1. Ms. Melanie Iaguirre-Almendares- Winding Ridge Elementary
2. Ms. Dasia Joyner - Winding Ridge Elementary
3. 6th Grade Girls Basketball Championship Team - Mary E. Castle
4. 6th Grade Boys Basketball Championship Team- Mary E. Castle
5. Elementary Honor Choir
6. Middle School Winter Sports
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Board to vote on $1.6M student device purchase and new mental health provider
The board will hear updates on the Blue Ribbon Phase II plan, summer learning academy, and financial reports, then vote on approving bids for student devices (grades 2, 6, 9), selecting a new mental health services provider, and authorizing a Common School Loan application of approximately $1.6 million for classroom technology.
- Approval of student devices bid: Virtucom, Inc. for touchscreen devices (grade 2) and The Repair Depot, LLC for non-touch devices (grades 6 and 9)
- Approval of new mental health service providers after Community Health Network ends services June 30, 2026
- Authorization to apply for a Common School Loan of about $1.6 million for classroom technology
- Request for RFP for custodial services discussed
- Request for RFP for security services at the high school discussed
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Monday, March 16, 2026
Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
The March Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will be a combination Work Session and Monthly meeting. It will begin at 5:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Mar 16, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 16, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome student leaders from Mary E. Castle to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Above and Beyond and Superintendents Award
Meeting
Mar 16, 2026 - Work Session and Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Information
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Tonight we will honor those individuals who go above and beyond their daily duties on behalf of the students and staff of MSD of Lawrence Township.
We will honor:
1. Steve Fishburn
2. Joseph White
3. Wesley Vanbruaene
File Attachments
3. Information Items
Subject
3.1 Blue Ribbon II Update
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Fri Feb 27, 2026
Executive Session
School board holds executive session for collective bargaining and litigation
The Lawrence Township Board of Education is holding an executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss collective bargaining, pending litigation, security systems, real property purchases or leases, employee job performance evaluations, and privileged attorney communications. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Discussion of strategy for collective bargaining
- Discussion of pending or threatened litigation
- Discussion of security system implementation
- Discussion of purchasing or leasing real property
- Discussion of individual employee job performance evaluations
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Friday, February 27, 2026
Executive Session
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Friday, February 27, 2026. This meeting will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 8:30am.
1. INFORMATION
Subject
1.01 Notice of Executive Session
Meeting
Feb 27, 2026 - Executive Session
Category
1. INFORMATION
Type
Procedural
The Board of Education will hold an Executive Session on Friday, February 27, 2026.
It will be held at 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN and will begin at 8:30am.
For the Following purpose in accordance with I.C. 5-14-1-1.5-6(b):
For discussion of strategy with respect to an of the following: Collective Bargaining;
Initiation of litigation or litigation that is either pending or has been threatened specifically in writing.
The Implementation of security systems;
The purchase or lease of real property by the governing body up to the time a contract or option to purchase or lease is executed by the parties
To discuss a job performance evaluation of individual employees. (This subdivision does not apply to any discussion of the salary, compensation, or benefits of employees during a benefit process)
To have communications with an attorney that are subject to the attorney client privilege.
File Attachments
Mon Feb 23, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
Board to vote on district-wide snow removal and landscaping contract renewals
The Lawrence Township school board will receive updates on Blue Ribbon facilities projects and the 2026 budget tax rate, then vote on several routine action items including personnel reports, claims, service agreements for turf maintenance and snow removal at 19 locations, pay apps, fundraisers, donations, and field trips.
- Approval of 19 service agreements for snow removal and turf maintenance renewals across district-wide locations
- Information report on the 2026 Budget Tax Rate, noting a slightly lower local tax rate but higher levy due to increased assessed values
- Blue Ribbon Facilities update on current project timelines
- Approval of claims (dollar amounts not specified in agenda)
- Approval of personnel reports and fundraiser/donation/field trip lists
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Monday, February 23, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
The February Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 6:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome student leaders from Indian Creek to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
File Attachments
2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Superintendent's and Above and Beyond Awards
Meeting
Feb 23, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
We will honor those people who go Above and Beyond their daily tasks on behalf of our District.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
1. Ms. Mabel Ramos - Mary E. Castle
2. Ms. Shanta Hunnecook - CIS Family Liaison at Mary E. Castle
3. VEX Robotics Championship
4. Performing Arts
File Attachments
3. Information Items
Subject
3.1 Blue Ribbon Update
Meeting
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
Work Session
Board to approve RFP for school mental health services
The board will consider approving a request for proposals for mental health services after the current provider, Community Health Network, ends services June 30, 2026. They will also vote on an RFP for student devices for grades 2, 6, and 9, funded through the Spring Common School Loan. A personnel report is also up for approval. Information-only updates include the Blue Ribbon Facilities projects.
- Action: Approve RFP for mental health services to replace Community Health Network/Gallahue after June 30, 2026
- Action: Approve RFP for student devices for grades 2, 6, and 9 (plus shortfall grades 3-5), funded by Spring Common School Loan
- Action: Approve Personnel Report of February 9, 2026
- Information: Blue Ribbon Facilities update from Dr. Grant Nesbit on project timelines
- Information: Request for RFP for Mental Health Services presented by Ms. Karen Niemeier
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Monday, February 9, 2026
Work Session
The Board of Education will hold a Work Session. The Meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216 and will begin at 5:30pm
1. OPENING OF MEETING
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Work Session
Category
1. OPENING OF MEETING
Type
Procedural
The Work Session of the MSD of Lawrence Township will be called to order.
File Attachments
2. INFORMATION
Subject
2.01 Blue Ribbon Facilities Update
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Work Session
Category
2. INFORMATION
Type
Information
Presented by: Dr. Grant Nesbit
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Dr. Grant Nesbit will update the Board on the Blue Ribbon Facilities Projects. He will share information and timelines for our current projects.
SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATION:
I recommend the Board receive this as information.
File Attachments
Blue Ribbon Update 2-9-2026.pptx - Google Slides.pdf (1,079 KB)
Subject
2.02 Request for RFP for Mental Health Services
Meeting
Feb 9, 2026 - Work Session
Category
2. INFORMATION
Type
Information
Presented by: Ms. Karen Niemeier
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Ms. Niemeier will share information concerning a request for RFP for Mental Health Services.
The MSD of Lawrence Township currently partners w …
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Fri Jan 30, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
Board to vote on policy updates including nondiscrimination and teacher evaluations
The board will receive information on Blue Ribbon facilities projects and a transfer of funds report. They will also conduct a second reading of numerous NEOLA policy updates, including revisions to nondiscrimination, anti-harassment, teacher evaluation, and other policies. Board action is recommended to adopt these updates.
- Update on Blue Ribbon facilities projects with timelines
- Transfer of funds report: $19.4M net transfer between operations and education funds in 2025
- Second reading of NEOLA policy updates covering at least 20 policies, including rescission of genetic information nondiscrimination policies, revision of nondiscrimination and anti-harassment policies, and updates to teacher evaluation, suicide prevention, and more
- Specific policy changes: Policy 2260 revised per USDOE 'Dear Colleague' letter; Policy 3220 revised to remove four-category teacher evaluation ratings; Policy 5350 replacement on suicide awareness
- Bylaw changes: Bylaw 0142 revised for partisan elections and lowering board member age to 18; Bylaw 0144.1 updated compensation amount
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Friday, January 30, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting
The January Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 7:30am.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
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Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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2. Information Items
Subject
2.1 Blue Ribbon Update
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Information Items
Type
Information
Presented by: Dr. Grant Nesbit
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
Dr. Grant Nesbit will update the Board on the Blue Ribbon Facilities projects. He will share information and timelines for our current projects.
File Attachments
Blue Ribbon Update 1-26-2026.pptx.pdf (2,719 KB)
Subject
2.2 Transfer of Funds Update
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting
Category
2. Information Items
Type
Information
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles, Chief Financial Officer
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
At the December 2025 Board meeting, the Board of Education approved the trans …
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Fri Jan 30, 2026
Special Meeting - Board of Finance
Board of Finance to elect officers, appoint investment officer
The Board of Finance will hold its annual statutory meeting to elect a President and Secretary, then appoint an Investment Officer. The board will also receive and review the district's investment report and overall investment policy as required by state law. This is a procedural meeting open to the public.
- Election of Board of Finance President and Secretary
- Appointment of an Investment Officer
- Review of the 2025 year-end interest report and investment policy
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Friday, January 30, 2026
Special Meeting - Board of Finance
The Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting. The meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. It will begin at 7:30am.
1. OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Special Meeting - Board of Finance
Category
1. OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING
Type
Procedural
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2. ACTION
Subject
2.01 Election of Officers
Meeting
Jan 30, 2026 - Special Meeting - Board of Finance
Category
2. ACTION
Type
Action
Recommended Action
I recommend the Board elect a President and a Secretary to the Board of Finance. That newly elected Board will then appoint an Investment Officer.
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles, Chief Financial Officer
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
IC 5-13-7-6 requires the Board of Finance to meet annually after the first Monday in January and on or before the last day of January. At the meeting, the Board must elect a President and Secretary and receive and review the investment report required by IC 5-13-7-7 and review the overall investment policy of the District.
As required, the Board of Finance meeting must be open to the public and advertised pursuant to the Open Door Law (IC 5-14-1.5) and was advertised separately from the regular Board meeting.
Election of Officers:
Pres …
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
Special Meeting - Board of Finance CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Lawrence Township Board of Finance special meeting cancelled due to weather
This special meeting of the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township Board of Finance was cancelled due to weather. The agenda included the election of a President, Secretary, and Investment Officer, as well as review of investment reports, but no action was taken.
- Meeting cancelled due to weather
- Originally scheduled to elect Board of Finance President and Secretary
- Originally planned to appoint an Investment Officer
- Review of investment report and policy was on the agenda
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Monday, January 26, 2026
Special Meeting - Board of Finance CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
The Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting. The meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. It will begin at 6:30pm.
1. OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Special Meeting - Board of Finance CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
1. OPENING OF SPECIAL MEETING
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. ACTION
Subject
2.01 Election of Officers
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Special Meeting - Board of Finance CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
2. ACTION
Type
Action
Recommended Action
I recommend the Board elect a President and a Secretary to the Board of Finance. That newly elected Board will then appoint an Investment Officer.
Presented by: Mr. Matt Miles, Chief Financial Officer
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
IC 5-13-7-6 requires the Board of Finance to meet annually after the first Monday in January and on or before the last day of January. At the meeting, the Board must elect a President and Secretary and receive and review the investment report required by IC 5-13-7-7 and review the overall investment policy of the District.
As required, the Board of Finance meeting must be open to the public and advertised pursuant to the Open Door Law (IC 5-14-1.5) and was advertised separately fro …
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
School board meeting cancelled due to weather
The Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township board meeting for January 26, 2026 was cancelled because of weather. No decisions or discussions occurred. The planned agenda included a Blue Ribbon facilities update, a transfer of funds summary, and second reading of NEOLA policy updates.
- Blue Ribbon facilities update (cancelled)
- Transfer of funds summary between Education and Operation Funds (cancelled)
- NEOLA policy updates 2nd reading including nondiscrimination, anti-harassment, and other policies (cancelled)
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Monday, January 26, 2026
Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
The January Monthly Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 6:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
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Subject
1.2 Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
President Norman will welcome student leaders from Indian Creek Elementary to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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2. Recognitions
Subject
2.1 Superintendent's Award
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
2. Recognitions
Type
Recognition
Presented by: Ms. Carla Johnson
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
1. Ms. Shanta Hunnecook - CIS Family Liaison at Mary E. Castle
2. Performing Arts
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3. Information Items
Subject
3.1 Blue Ribbon Update
Meeting
Jan 26, 2026 - Monthly Board Meeting - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Category
3. Information Items
Type
Information
Presented by: D …
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
Work Session/ Re-Organization Meeting
Annual board reorganization and election of officers for 2026-2027
The board will elect officers for the coming year and appoint financial leadership and committee representatives. They will also receive updates on Blue Ribbon Facilities projects, including a recommendation to hire Powers & Sons as construction manager for the MCIT renovation. Additionally, a first reading of numerous NEOLA policy updates covering nondiscrimination, anti-harassment, suicide prevention, and other topics is scheduled.
- Election of Board President, Vice-President, and Secretary for 2026-2027
- Appointment of Matt Miles as CFO, Purchasing Agent, and Treasurer
- Recommendation to hire Powers & Sons as Construction Manager for MCIT renovation (Blue Ribbon Part II)
- First reading of NEOLA policy updates including revisions to nondiscrimination, anti-harassment, and staff evaluation policies
- Blue Ribbon Facilities update presented by Dr. Grant Nesbit with project timelines
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Monday, January 12, 2026
Work Session/ Re-Organization Meeting
The January Work Session/ Re-Organization of the Board of Education meeting will be held at the Lawrence Education and Community Center, 5720 Wheeler Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216. This meeting will begin at 5:30pm.
1. Opening of Meeting
Subject
1.1 Call to Order
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Work Session/ Re-Organization Meeting
Category
1. Opening of Meeting
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
2. Board Re-Organization
Subject
2.1 Re-Organization of the Board of Education
Meeting
Jan 12, 2026 - Work Session/ Re-Organization Meeting
Category
2. Board Re-Organization
Type
Procedural
Presented by: Dr. Shawn Smith
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
The Board of Education is required to re-organize by electing officers for the coming year. It is recommended that officers be elected with the effective date beginning January 12, 2026 and continuing until January 11, 2027 or until the next officers are elected.
Election of Officers
President
Vice - President
Secretary
Appointment of Financial Leadership
Matt Miles, Chief Financial Officer, Purchasing Agent and Treasurer of the District
Renae Hull, Deputy Treasurer
Board Appointed Committee Members
The President of the Board will appoint Board representatives to the following:
Lawrence Township Foundation Board
Liaison to the Indiana School Board Association
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Thu Jan 1, 2026
2026 Approved Board Minutes
Approved minutes of MSD Lawrence Township board meetings for 2026
This document is a compilation of approved minutes from the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township Board of Education meetings throughout 2026. It includes monthly board meetings, work sessions, board of finance meetings, and executive sessions. No new decisions or discussions are scheduled; it is a record of past actions.
- Monthly Board Meeting minutes from January through December 2026
- Board of Finance Meeting minutes from January 30, 2026
- Work Session minutes (including re-organization, combined work/monthly meetings)
- Executive Session minutes from February, May, August, and November 2026
- Public Hearing minutes from September and November 2026
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Thursday, January 1, 2026
2026 Approved Board Minutes
Enclosed are the approved minutes for the 2026 Board of Education meetings.
Click "View the Agenda" to reveal each month's meeting minutes.
January 2026
Subject
Monthly Board Meeting
Meeting
Jan 1, 2026 - 2026 Approved Board Minutes
Category
January 2026
Type
Minutes
Enclosed are the minutes of the January 30, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting.
File Attachments
Approved and Signed Monthly Board meeting 1.30.26.pdf (844 KB)
Subject
Board of Finance Meeting
Meeting
Jan 1, 2026 - 2026 Approved Board Minutes
Category
January 2026
Type
Minutes
Approved and Signed minutes for the January 30, 2026 Board of Finance Meeting.
File Attachments
Approved and Signed Board of Finance meeting minutes 1.30.26.pdf (126 KB)
Subject
Work Sessions/Re-organization Meeting
Meeting
Jan 1, 2026 - 2026 Approved Board Minutes
Category
January 2026
Type
Minutes
Approved Minutes of Work Session/Re-organization Meeting of January 12, 2026
File Attachments
Approved and Signed minutes of January 12, 2026 Work and ReOrg meeting.pdf (561 KB)
February 2026
Subject
Work Sessions
Meeting
Jan 1, 2026 - 2026 Approved Board Minutes
Category
February 2026
Type
Minutes
Minutes of February 9, 2026 Work Session Meeting
File Attachments
Approved and Signed Work Sessio …
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