Metropolitan School District of Washington Township public meetings in 2022
36 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The MSD of Warren Township school board will meet to consider a consent agenda including approval of meeting minutes, payroll claims for November 2022, claim register and electronic payments, year-to-date fund balances, a human resources report, and field trip requests. The agenda also includes informational items such as a superintendent's report, student representative presentation, and various recognitions. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of November 16 and December 7, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of payroll claims for November 2022
- Approval of claim register and electronic payments for December 2022
- Approval of year-to-date fund balances summary as of November 30, 2022
- Approval of human resources report and field trip requests
Board of Education Work Session
The board heard a presentation on statewide and local complexity funding, held a public hearing on the Warren Central Phase III project, and voted to approve Resolution 608.22 for the Warren Central High School and Walker Career Center expansion/renovation/upgrade. The board also approved contract bid recommendations for projects at Sunny Heights Elementary School and Early Childhood Center. Public comment periods were held.
- Approved Resolution 608.22 for Warren Central High School and Walker Career Center expansion/renovation/upgrade
- Approved contract bid recommendations for projects at Sunny Heights Elementary School and Early Childhood Center
- Heard analysis of statewide and local complexity funding from IUSA Executive Director Dr. David Marcotte
- Held public hearing on Warren Central Phase III potential project
Board of Education Work Session
The Board of Education held a work session and approved a field trip request for Raymond Park IMS Science Olympiad to a competition in Ohio. They also discussed the ISBA Exemplary Governance Award process. One board member abstained from the field trip vote.
- Field trip approved: Raymond Park IMS Science Olympiad to Westlake, OH / Avon, OH on Jan 6-8, 2023. Motion carried 6-0-1 (Burke abstained).
- Discussion of the ISBA Exemplary Governance Award process (information item).
- Public comments accepted via email to Gloria Williams or LaShauna Triplett.
- Meeting held at Warren Education and Community Center, Room 206.
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The board will consider approving a consent agenda including minutes, payroll claims, claim register, year-to-date fund balances, HR report, field trips, and a gift donation. The meeting also features presentations on the Warren Online Academy, an Eagle Scout project recognition, and a superintendent's report.
- Approval of consent agenda including financial reports, payroll claims, and year-to-date fund balances
- Field trip requests: Warren Central HS boys basketball to Louisville and Kokomo, Spanish class trip to Costa Rica
- Acceptance of a $507.65 donation from DonorsChoose for Warren Central HS weights class supplies
- Human resources report for approval (details in attachments)
- Presentation on Warren Online Academy by Michele Eaton
Board of Education Work Session
The board held a preliminary determination hearing for the issuance of 2023C First Mortgage Bonds, discussed the bond overview, and then voted to approve bids for Creston and Warren Central kitchen renovations and for Eastridge Elementary School additions and renovations. Public comment periods were held before and during the discussions.
- Preliminary hearing for 2023C First Mortgage Bonds
- Approval of Creston and Warren Central Kitchen Renovation Bid
- Approval of Eastridge Elementary School additions and renovations contract bid recommendations
- Public comment opportunities provided
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The MSD of Warren Township school board meets to handle routine business including approval of minutes, financial reports, payroll claims, and a human resources report. The board also accepts gifts totaling $1,597 and approves multiple construction change orders for projects at Grassy Creek, Lowell, Pleasant Run, and Warren Central High School.
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes from September and October meetings
- Acceptance of $597 gift from DonorsChoose for weight room equipment and $1,000 monetary gift from Chris and Nicole DuFour for Warren Central HS
- Change orders for construction projects: Grassy Creek (4), Lowell (1), Pleasant Run (2), WCHS Phase 1 (3), WCHS Phase 2 (1)
- Financial reports: payroll claims, claim register, electronic payments, year-to-date fund balances
- Human resources report with addendum for October 2022
Board of Education Work Session
The Board of Education voted to approve the tentative 2022-23 Collective Bargaining Agreement, resolutions authorizing 2022B GO Bonds and an additional appropriation for them, and an extension of a $2.50 retention stipend for classified staff. The board also held a public hearing and received progress reports.
- Approval of tentative 2022-23 Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Approval of Resolution No. 605.22 authorizing issuance of 2022B GO Bonds
- Approval of Resolution No. 606.22 additional appropriation for 2022B GO Bonds
- Extension of $2.50 retention stipend for classified staff
- Public hearing and discussion on 2022B GO Bonds for a potential project
Public Meeting on Tentative 2022-23 Collective Bargaining Agreement
The Metropolitan School District Board will hold a public meeting to review the tentative 2022‑23 collective bargaining agreement for teachers. The agreement details are posted on the district website. The meeting includes a call to order, the pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.
- Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
- Discussion of tentative 2022‑23 teacher collective bargaining agreement (details posted at www.warren.k12.in.us)
- Adjournment
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The Warren Township School Board met on September 21, 2022 to approve a consent agenda. Items approved included the August 17, 2022 meeting minutes, several financial reports, a human resources report, field‑trip requests, and permission to accept gifts and grants. The meeting also featured an opening, inspirational moment, superintendent's report, board comments, a student representative, a city liaison, and a school showcase.
- Approval of August 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Consent Agenda 9.01)
- Financial Report – Year‑to‑Date Summary of Fund Balances (Consent Agenda 9.04)
- Human Resources Report approval (Consent Agenda 9.05)
- Field Trip Requests for Warren Central HS and Stonybrook IMS (Consent Agenda 9.06)
- Permission to accept gifts and grants, including a $15,000 donation for wrestling mats (Consent Agenda 9.07)
Board of Education Work Session
The board held a public hearing on a lease amendment and additional appropriation, then voted to approve Resolution 603.22 confirming the fourth amendment to the master lease, Resolution 604.22 approving an additional appropriation, and contract bid recommendations for additions and renovations at Hawthorne Elementary School.
- Public hearing and approval of Resolution 603.22 confirming Fourth Amendment to Master Lease
- Approval of Resolution 604.22 for an additional appropriation
- Approval of contract bids for Hawthorne Elementary School additions and renovations
PUBLIC HEARING - 6:30 PM
The MSD of Warren Township school board is holding a public hearing to receive comments on collective bargaining and teacher compensation. No other business is scheduled. The hearing takes place at the Warren Education and Community Center with safety protocols in place.
- Public hearing on Collective Bargaining and Teacher Compensation
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The MSD of Warren Township School Board will hold a regular meeting with reports from the superintendent, board members, and a student representative, followed by public comments. The board will then vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, financial reports (payroll claims, claim register, year-to-date fund balances), a human resources report, a field trip request, and change orders for construction projects at Grassy Creek, Lowell, Pleasant Run, and WCHS. No gifts or grants are pending.
- Consent agenda approval of minutes from July 20 regular meeting and July 25 executive session
- Payroll claims and claim register/electronic payments for July 2022
- Human resources report and addendums for August 2022
- Change orders for Grassy Creek, Lowell, Pleasant Run, and WCHS construction phases
- Field trip request for Walker Career Center Robotics to Boiler Bot Battle in Lafayette, IN
Board of Education Executive Session
The Board of Education will meet in executive session on July 25, 2022, to discuss a job performance evaluation of an individual employee, as authorized under Indiana Code. No public decisions or votes are scheduled. The meeting is closed to the public.
- Executive session for job performance evaluation of an individual employee (I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9))
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
This agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate covering routine district operations. The board reviewed the superintendent's informational report and unanimously approved a consent agenda. Approvals included June financial and payroll reports, a year-to-date fund balance summary, a July human resources report, and change orders for Grassy Creek, Lowell, Pleasant Run, and two WCHS phases. These items track how district funds are managed and how campus maintenance projects are funded.
- Approval of June 2022 payroll claims and financial reports
- Approval of year-to-date fund balance summary for FY22
- Approval of change orders for Grassy Creek, Lowell, Pleasant Run, and WCHS phases 1 and 2
- Review of superintendent's report on strategic planning and staff searches
- No new contracts, grants, or field trip requests listed for approval
Board Work Session
The board approved the HR report, a supplemental payment for identified special education and STEM teachers, a licensing contract with RaaWee K12 Solutions, and a field trip for Warren Central girls cross country to Brown County State Park.
- Approved 7/12/22 HR Report and Addendum
- Approved Supplemental Payment for Identified Special Education and STEM Teachers
- Approved RaaWee K12 Solutions Licensing Contract
- Approved field trip for WCHS Girls Cross Country to Brown County State Park (July 18-21, 2022)
Board of Education Work Session
The Board of Education held a work session including a preliminary determination hearing for a project to expand, renovate, and upgrade Hawthorne Elementary, Sunny Heights Elementary, and Warren Early Childhood Center. The board voted unanimously to approve Resolution No. 601.22, declaring a need and authorizing steps to fund the project. Public comment was also received.
- Preliminary determination hearing for potential project to expand, renovate, and upgrade Hawthorne Elementary, Sunny Heights Elementary, and Warren Early Childhood Center
- Resolution No. 601.22 approved unanimously to declare need and fund the project
- Public comment opportunity during the hearing
- GO Bond and 2023B Overview document attached
- Meeting opened with Pledge of Allegiance
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The MSD of Warren Township School Board will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, financial reports (payroll claims, claim register, year-to-date fund balances), a human resources report, a field trip request, acceptance of a $5,000 donation, and change orders for construction projects at Lowell, Pleasant Run, and Warren Central High School. The meeting also includes an opportunity for public comment via email or in-person comment cards.
- Acceptance of a $5,000 monetary donation from Kelly Wolfe to the Warren Central High School wrestling program
- Field trip request for Warren Central HS Girls Basketball to attend a team camp at Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH on June 18, 2022
- Change orders for construction projects: Lowell (1 change order), Pleasant Run (6), WCHS Phase 1 (1), WCHS Phase 2 (1)
- Approval of payroll claims, claim register and electronic payments, and year-to-date summary of fund balances
- Approval of minutes from prior meetings (May 18, June 9, June 13, 2022)
Board of Education Executive Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board of Education will meet in executive session to discuss a job performance evaluation of an individual employee as permitted by state law. No public business or decisions are scheduled. The session is closed to the public.
- Executive session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9) for job performance evaluation of an individual employee
Board Work Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board Work Session took action to approve a schedule for superintendent review and evaluation for the 2022-23 school year, including goal-setting in June/July 2022, mid-year review by Jan 2023, and final evaluation by July 2023. The board also discussed several policies and bylaws, including po1240 and po0167.3, and a bylaws review.
- Approved superintendent evaluation schedule for 2022-23 (unanimous vote)
- Discussed policy po1240 with Steve Horton and Julie Slavens
- Discussed policy po0167.3 with Steve Horton, Julie Slavens, Andrew Manna
- Discussed bylaws review with Andrew Manna
Board of Education Executive Session
The Board of Education will meet in executive session under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(11) to receive training from an outside consultant on the performance of their role as public officials. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, followed by adjournment. No public decisions are expected.
- Executive session to train board members on public official role performance (I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(11))
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The Warren Township School Board will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes approval of prior meeting minutes, financial reports (payroll claims, claim register, year-to-date fund balances), a human resources report, and field trip requests. The meeting also features recognitions of students and staff, including the 16th Street Soul vocal group, retirees, and academic award winners.
- Approval of minutes from April 20 executive session, regular meeting, and May 4 work session
- Approval of payroll claims for April 2022
- Approval of claim register and electronic payments for April 2022
- Year-to-date summary of fund balances as of April 30, 2022
- Field trip request for Warren Central HS track team to IHSAA State Championships and Walker Career Center students to Skills USA National Competition
Public Hearing 1028 / Work Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board held a public hearing on a proposed 2022 general obligation bond for safety facility improvements and bus/vehicle purchases, then approved resolutions authorizing the bond issuance and appropriating the proceeds. The board also held a preliminary determination hearing on potential expansion, renovation, and upgrades at Hawthorne Elementary, Sunny Heights Elementary, and Warren Early Childhood Center. Both resolutions were passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution 599.22 authorizing bonds for facility improvements and equipping projects
- Approved Resolution 600.22 appropriating 2022 GO bond proceeds
- Discussed potential safety facility improvements and bus/vehicle purchases
- Discussed expanding, renovating, and upgrading Hawthorne Elementary, Sunny Heights Elementary, and Warren Early Childhood Center
- Public comment periods were held for both hearings
Board Work Session
This May 4, 2022 work session for the Metropolitan School District of Warren Township covers informational updates and a discussion item. The board will review a student achievement report and discuss an evaluation process. These updates cover student performance data and staff assessment procedures that inform future district policies. No binding decisions are scheduled for this agenda.
- Student Achievement Report (Information)
- Evaluation Process discussion
- Public Comment Update
- Standard organizational items (call to order, adjournment)
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The Warren Township School Board will vote to approve several consent‑agenda items, such as the meeting minutes, payroll claims, claim register and electronic payments, the year‑to‑date fund balance summary, and the human‑resources report. These approvals are presented as a single motion under Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure. The meeting also includes informational reports from the superintendent and community recognitions, but no additional decisions are listed.
- Approval of Minutes (Board Work Session March 16, 2022; Regular BOE Meeting March 16, 2022; Board Work Session April 18, 2022)
- Approval of Payroll Claims (Financial Report)
- Approval of Claim Register and Electronic Payments (Financial Report)
- Approval of Year‑to‑Date Summary of Fund Balances (Financial Report)
- Approval of Human Resources Report
Board of Education Executive Session
This is a closed executive session of the MSD of Warren Township Board of Education, convened under Indiana law to discuss a job performance evaluation of an individual employee. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Executive session under I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9) for employee performance evaluation
Board Work Session
This is a work session of the MSD of Warren Township Board. The primary agenda item is an informational presentation on Construction Phase III. No votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation on Phase III construction by Dr. Tim Hanson, Matt Parkinson, and Marques Clayton
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The Warren Township school board held a regular meeting with student recognitions and reports. The board voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, which included minutes, payroll claims, claim registers, year-to-date fund summaries, a human resources report, and field trip requests. No new policies or major expenditures were discussed.
- Approval of minutes from five previous board meetings (Feb 16, Feb 22, Mar 2, Mar 8 2022)
- Approval of payroll claims for February 2022
- Approval of claim register and electronic payments for February 2022
- Approval of year-to-date summary of fund balances as of Feb 28, 2022
- Approval of human resources report and field trip requests (MCJROTC Leadership Camp, Raymond Park IMS 5th grade trip to Louisville)
Meeting to Adopt the Budget / Public Work Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board held a public work session and voted unanimously to approve several budget-related resolutions for fiscal year 2023, including appropriations and tax rates, a bus replacement plan, a capital projects fund plan, a fund transfer from education to operations, and a credit card authorization change.
- Approved Resolution No. 594.22 setting appropriations and tax rates for FY23
- Approved Resolution No. 595.22 adopting the FY23 Bus Replacement Plan
- Approved Resolution No. 596.22 adopting the FY23 Capital Projects Fund Plan
- Approved Resolution No. 597.22 transferring funds from the Education Fund to the Operations Fund
- Approved Resolution 598.22 changing the Fifth Third Credit Card authorization
Board of Education Executive Session
The Board of Education will hold an executive session to discuss ongoing litigation as permitted by Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B). The session will also review a job performance evaluation of an individual employee under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9). No decisions are noted; the agenda lists discussion topics only.
- Discuss litigation (I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B))
- Discuss job performance evaluation of an employee (I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9))
Board Work Session
The board held a public hearing on the FY23 budget and approved a use-of-school-property request. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and included a presentation on the budget.
- Public hearing on FY23 budget with presentation
- Use of School Property request approved for TE's House of Thoughts
- Motion to approve property use carried unanimously
Board Work Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board held a work session and voted on two items. They approved updated COVID safety protocols regarding contact tracing and quarantine notification practices. They also passed Resolution 593.22 in support of students' freedom to learn and educators as professionals to teach, and in opposition to Indiana House Bill 1134.
- Approval of updated COVID Safety Protocols regarding Contact Tracing and Quarantining Notification Practices
- Passage of Resolution 593.22 opposing Indiana House Bill 1134 and similar legislation
Regular School Board Meeting - In Person and Streamed Online
The Warren Township School Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda containing routine items such as approval of minutes, financial reports (payroll claims, claim register, year-to-date fund balances), a human resources report, field trip requests, and acceptance of a small donation. No major policy changes or public hearings are scheduled. The board will also hear a superintendent's report, recognize staff, and accept public comment.
- Approval of consent agenda including payroll claims for January 2022
- Field trip for Warren Central HS Marching Band to Tampa, FL (October 2022)
- Donation of $459.96 from DonorsChoose for 4 music bells at Lakeside Elementary
- Approval of minutes from January 12 and January 26, 2022 meetings
- Human Resources report for February 2022
Board of Education Executive Session
The Board of Education of MSD of Warren Township is holding an executive session closed to the public to discuss a job performance evaluation of an individual employee, as authorized under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only.
- Executive session per I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(9) for employee performance evaluation
Board of Education Executive Session
The Board of Education of MSD of Warren Township is meeting in executive session on January 26, 2022. The only agenda item is to discuss litigation as authorized under Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B). No other business is scheduled.
- Executive session to discuss litigation (I.C. 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(B))
Organizational/Regular School Board Meeting/Board of Finance Meeting - Streamed Online
The MSD of Warren Township School Board held an organizational meeting to elect officers for 2022, approve board member stipends and per diems, set the schedule for the year's meetings, and appoint a treasurer and attorney of record. Gloria Williams was elected president, Terri Amos vice president, and LaShauna Triplett secretary. The board also approved a $2,000 yearly stipend and per diem rates for members.
- Election of Gloria Williams as president, Terri Amos as vice president, LaShauna Triplett as secretary
- Approval of $2,000 yearly stipend and per diem ($112 regular, $62 special, $35 overnight meal)
- Appointment of Matthew Parkinson as treasurer, Lisa Hedge as deputy treasurer
- Appointment of Church Church Hittle + Antrim as attorney of record
- Approval of 2022 regular board meeting dates (2nd Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at Warren Education and Community Center, 975 N. Post Road)
Board Work Session
The MSD of Warren Township Board Work Session on January 5, 2022, approved maintaining current COVID safety protocols, including a default 10-day isolation with an option for employees to return on day 6 if criteria are met. The board also added that fully vaccinated staff who are close contacts outside school will not need to quarantine if they remain masked and asymptomatic.
- Approved maintaining current COVID safety protocols with optional early return for employees
- Added policy: fully vaccinated staff identified as close contacts outside school do not need to quarantine if masked and asymptomatic