#PikeProud - Week of 1-13-25

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ All MSD of Pike Township schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th, in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Our Lady Red Devils will host Ben Davis this Saturday, January 18th. In addition to enjoying a great game, attendees will have the opportunity to celebrate our seniors, recognize our future Red Devils from Guion Creek Middle School, Lincoln Middle School, and New Augusta North Public Academy, and honor Pike High School Alum and former Oklahoma State and Chicago Sky Basketball Player, Nina Stone. The JV game is scheduled to begin at noon, with tipoff for Varsity at 1:30 p.m. We hope you'll join us to support our student-athletes and celebrate Pike pride, tradition, and excellence. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ PHS Senior Kiwanis Abe Lincoln Scholarship Candidate ​ Congratulations to senior Jazmyn Solis for being selected as a candidate for the Kiwanis Abe Lincoln Scholarship for seniors who overcome tremendous obstacles. Jazmyn excelled in her interview, demonstrating remarkable resilience and pose throughout the process.  The four finalists will be announced at the luncheon in February. Courtesy of Pike High School ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ New Augusta North invites you to join them as they celebrate “The Mystery in Stories”! The open-house event will be Thursday, February 6th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The night will include story hours, displays of work created by our student authors, book giveaways, raffle prizes, treats, and, of course, a mystery to solve! There is no cost for the event, and there will be activities for all ages. We hope to see you there! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Our Pike High School Boys & Girls Swim and Dive Teams placed 3rd in the Marion County Championship held on December 21st, with several individual and relay first, second, and third place finishes. In addition, they received a combined total of individual MIC Championship or Runner-up finishes in 15 events. Finally, our Boys and Girls Swim and Dive Teams finished as conference Runner-up in the team competition of the MIC Championship on January 11th. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Excellence in Action ​ The state officially certified graduation rates for the Class of 2024. Our Pike High School Class of 2024 had a 95.5% non-waiver graduation rate, with 696 students receiving diplomas. They earned 7,432 college credits, 302 career and technical certifications, and $14.1 million in scholarships and academic awards. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Inclement Weather Communication Information regarding weather-related closings or delays will be: Communicated directly via call, text, and email sent to the numbers on file for parents/guardians. Please make sure your contact information is updated in Skyward. Posted on our district's official Facebook & Twitter accounts Posted on our website www.msdpike.org Please visit https://www.pike.k12.in.us/about/inclement-weather-guidelines for additional information, including 2 Hour Delay, School Closure due to Inclement Weather, and Remote Instruction Day schedules. MSD Pike Township respects a parent’s determination regarding their child’s attendance at school during inclement weather. If school is open or delayed, because of inclement weather, the school will respect the parent’s decision to keep their child at home. Under Indiana Code, students will be marked absent and provided with the opportunity to make up missed assignments. If you choose to keep your child home, please contact the school and inform school officials of your determination. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Jan 17 2025

Friendly Reminder - Preparation for Inclement Weather

Dear Pike Families, As we enter the winter season, please be prepared for potential school delays and/or closures. Ensure that Chromebooks and computers are charged and ready for use. District messaging about delays or closures will continue to be sent via our usual channels, including ParentSquare, social media, and local news stations. Thank you for staying prepared and safe! Inclement weather guidelines

Friday, Jan 17 2025

#PikeProud - Week of 1-6-25

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Superintendent's Above & Beyond Awards ​ Prior to winter break, the Board had the privilege of recognizing Elisabeth Benedict, Kristin Dahmer, and Lu Hesler with the Superintendent's Above & Beyond Award. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Raykisha Blanden, who serves as the coordinator of our Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center, recognized Elizabeth Benedict. She shared, "Ms. Benedict is a teacher who embodies what it means to be an educator and a true team player. Her ability to work alongside her colleagues, offering support, encouragement, and a helping hand whenever needed, makes her a gem on our team. She is always willing to lend her expertise, share her ideas, and collaborate on new initiatives, making those around her better in the process. Whether it's in team meetings, planning sessions, or simply offering a kind word, Ms. Benedict is there—patient, thoughtful, and ready to contribute.   Her compassion for her students is truly inspiring. Elisabeth doesn’t just teach her students; she nurtures them. She creates an environment where they feel safe, valued, and encouraged to grow academically and as individuals. Her gentle spirit and unwavering patience ensure that each student feels seen and heard, no matter where they are in their learning journey.   Without being asked she has taken on the role of team lead and has consistently shown incredible leadership, guiding her colleagues with wisdom and a smile of excellence. She sets a high standard for what it means to be a supportive and effective leader. And when the workload gets heavy or a challenge arises, she’s the first to step in, go the extra mile, and make sure no one is left behind.   We are truly lucky to have Elisabeth as part of our team. Her dedication, her kindness, and her relentless commitment to her students and colleagues make her someone we can all be proud of." ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Eagle Creek Elementary School Principal, Pamela Guevara, recognized Kristin Dahmer. She shared, "Our recipient has been at ECES for four years now...She came to us with a plethora of experience...our recipient stood tall as the sole resource teacher, ensuring that every child received the support, encouragement, and tools they needed to thrive. This year, we added two lifeskills classrooms at ECES, increasing our staff by 2 teachers and 6 instructional assistants. This programming was new for us and we had a learning curve. Ms. Dahmer was vital in assisting to decrease that learning curve. She took the new staff under her wings and loaned her instructional assistants to those two classrooms for several months...She took the initiative to host trainings for our new staff members and meet with the teachers to support them in writing IEPs and scheduling and holding case conferences, all while supporting her students. Beyond the classroom, Ms. Dahmer has also been a mentor and an anchor for colleagues, always ready to lend a hand, share expertise, or simply listen, graciously and with a welcoming attitude and spirit." ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Principal Tina Foster recognized Lu Hesler as her school's Above & Beyond recipient. Mrs. Foster shared, "During the absence of our Media Specialist, Mrs. Hesler, our Media Assistant at New Augusta South, has been a beacon of continuity. Her unwavering efforts have ensured that our media services remain uninterrupted, providing our students with the best resources. Mrs. Hesler goes Above and Beyond, whether helping teachers with resources for units of study, running our school news team, or planning for our school community meetings (I could go on). Mrs. Hesler, a Pike graduate and proud Pike parent, has shared her talents with New Augusta South for twenty years. I am honored to nominate her for the prestigious Superintendent’s Above and Beyond Award."   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Wolley Brothers Featured in the Indianapolis Recorder ​ Pike High School Principal, Jeremy Wolley, and his brothers were featured in a recent article in the Indianapolis Recorder for their contributions and service to the community. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Red Zone Food Pantry ​ Our Pike Red Zone Food Pantry will hold a distribution on Monday, January 13th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Pike Freshman Center.   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Inclement Weather Communication Information regarding weather-related closings or delays will be: Communicated directly via call, text, and email sent to the numbers on file for parents/guardians. Please make sure your contact information is updated in Skyward. Posted on our district's official Facebook & Twitter accounts Posted on our website www.msdpike.org Please visit https://www.pike.k12.in.us/about/inclement-weather-guidelines for additional information, including 2 Hour Delay, School Closure due to Inclement Weather, and Remote Instruction Day schedules. MSD Pike Township respects a parent’s determination regarding their child’s attendance at school during inclement weather. If school is open or delayed, because of inclement weather, the school will respect the parent’s decision to keep their child at home. Under Indiana Code, students will be marked absent and provided with the opportunity to make up missed assignments. If you choose to keep your child home, please contact the school and inform school officials of your determination. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ All MSD of Pike Township schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20th, in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Jan 10 2025

#PikeProud - Week of 12-9-24

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Winter Break ​ This year, winter break will take place from Friday, December 20th - Friday, January 3rd. Students' last day of school for the semester will be Thursday, December 19th. School will resume on Monday, January 6th. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Colts Go the Extra Mile ​ The Indianapolis Colts organization has been an amazing partner to our district. In September, they visited Eastbrook Elementary School for their School Uniform Blitz, providing students with uniforms, hygiene kits, water bottles, tote bags, socks, books, and more. Students also had the chance to meet Colts players and cheerleaders. However, amidst the excitement, EES Counselor Chayzee Smith and Kristin Ballard, wife of the Colts' general manager, noticed a second-grader upset because he’d missed meeting his favorite player. Kristin quickly arranged for Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson to sign the student's jersey. Touched by the student's dedication, Richardson added a personal message. When the signed jersey was presented in class, it created a moment of excitement and inspiration for everyone. Mr. Smith shared that the student recorded a special message thanking Anthony Richardson for the signed jersey and his support. "This heartwarming act of kindness from the Colts has truly made a lasting impact...It’s a perfect example of how small gestures can make a world of difference in a child’s life and motivate them to keep striving for their best. I’m so grateful to the Indianapolis Colts, Kristin Ballard, and Ande Sadtler for helping turn disappointment into one of the most memorable moments of his young life." Courtesy of Chayzee Smith  ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Red Zone Food Pantry ​ Our Pike Red Zone Food Pantry will hold a distribution on Monday, December 16th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Pike Freshman Center.   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Well Represented at Butler Jazz Festival ​ Congratulations to Pike High School's Jazz 1 on their tremendous performance at the Butler Jazz Festival, where Sawyer Anderson, Abby Barnett, and Anthony Broaddus received Outstanding Musicianship Awards. Courtesy of Aaron Burkhart ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ PTEF Honor Roll ​ The Pike Township Educational Foundation invites you to honor your favorite educator by putting them on the PTEF Honor Roll. Donate $5 or more and your honoree will receive a small gift and a note with your message. Your donation will benefit the PTEF's grant and scholarship programs. If you would like for the individual you nominate to receive their notification prior to winter break, please submit your nomination before December 18th. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Calling All Pike Band Students Past & Present! ​ Saturday, December 21st, is Pep Band Alumni Night! Dust off that old horn, eat some pizza, and play a doubleheader (girls varsity and boys varsity). Courtesy of Aaron Burkhart ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Robotics is a Pike Family Affair ​ Over Thanksgiving Break, members of our Pike High School RoboDevils Team 1018 helped our Fishback Creek Public Academy robotics teams, Alpha Fish and Beta Fish, prepare for their first VEX Robotics competition of the season. Courtesy of Pike RoboDevils Team 1018 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike High School News ​ Students in Pike High School's Publication Class practice their communication and journalism skills by writing stories to keep their school community informed. All of their wonderful work can be found on our PHS website. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Inclement Weather Communication Information regarding weather-related closings or delays will be: Communicated directly via call, text, and email sent to the numbers on file for parents/guardians. Please make sure your contact information is updated in Skyward. Posted on our district's official Facebook & Twitter accounts Posted on our website www.msdpike.org Please visit https://www.pike.k12.in.us/about/inclement-weather-guidelines for additional information, including 2 Hour Delay, School Closure due to Inclement Weather, and Remote Instruction Day schedules. MSD Pike Township respects a parent’s determination regarding their child’s attendance at school during inclement weather. If school is open or delayed, because of inclement weather, the school will respect the parent’s decision to keep their child at home. Under Indiana Code, students will be marked absent and provided with the opportunity to make up missed assignments. If you choose to keep your child home, please contact the school and inform school officials of your determination. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Dec 13 2024

#PikeProud - Week of 12-2-24

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ CES Spotlight ​ Because of the wonderful work happening at Central Elementary School, the Indiana Department of Education and representatives from the Cadre at Marian University invited principals from schools throughout the state to visit to learn about their literacy efforts. Mrs. McGee and her staff did a remarkable job showcasing the strategies and supports that have contributed to their success. Guests had an opportunity to visit classrooms and witness our students and teachers in action. Photo Courtesy of Dr. Alicia Gatewood ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Marley Jeffers Selected as IndyStar Player of the Week ​ Congratulations to Marley Jeffers, who was named the IndyStar Player of the Week for November 4th-9th for her performance in Pike's 75-68 overtime win against Avon. Marley scored 22 points, made 21 rebounds, had 4 blocks, and 3 steals. Marley, who has been playing basketball since 4th grade, will graduate in 2026. She plans to attend college to prepare for a career as a second grade teacher and future principal. Graphic courtesy of Coach Hollins ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Counselor Recognized with State Award Nomination ​ Deer Run Elementary School Counselor and Pike High School graduate, Markus Cowan, was recently recognized as a nominee for the Indiana School Counselor Association's Trailblazer School Counselor of the Year Award. An excerpt from his nomination read, "Whether through one-on-one counseling sessions, group activities, or classroom presentations, Mr. Cowan demonstrates a rare talent for making each student feel valued, understood, and supported. It is not uncommon to see students actively seeking out Mr. Cowan when they are in need, a testament to the trust and admiration he has earned from our young leaders." ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Educator Selected to Join Board of Directors ​ At the recent board meeting for Child Care Answers—an organization dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, partnerships, and advocacy in the early childhood community— Mr. Terrell McClain, who serves at our Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center, was officially voted in as a member of the organization's Board of Directors. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Safe Home Heating Tips from PTFD ​ As the temperatures start to drop... no matter how bad we would prefer them not to.... Keep in mind these tips to heat your house safely during the cold months to come. Keep space heaters 3ft away from anything that can burn and turn them OFF when leaving the room Get your furnace and fireplace inspected before using them Keep a 3 FT "kid-free zone" around fireplaces and space heaters Install a working carbon monoxide alarm Never use your oven to heat your home Test smoke alarms at least once a month Need a new smoke alarm? visit www.pikefire.com ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Immunization Clinic ​ A free immunization clinic will be hosted at the Pike Performing Arts Center, 6701 Zionsville Road, on Wednesday, December 11th, from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. You may register in advance or walk in on the day of the clinic. Parent/guardian consent is required for anyone under the age of 18. Please upload or bring the immunization record for the individual being vaccinated. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Red Zone Food Pantry ​ Our Pike Red Zone Food Pantry will hold a distribution on Monday, December 16th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Pike Freshman Center.   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ November Board Recognitions ​ At their regularly scheduled November meeting, the Board had the pleasure of recognizing some of our incredible student-athletes and performers. The talented students honored included our 7th grade Girls Volleyball team from Guion Creek Middle School and members of our Pike High School Football, Girls and Boys Cross Country, Tennis, Volleyball, and Girls and Boys Soccer Teams, Marching Band, and Orchestra. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Inclement Weather Communication Information regarding weather-related closings or delays will be: Communicated directly via call, text, and email sent to the numbers on file for parents/guardians. Please make sure your contact information is updated in Skyward. Posted on our district's official Facebook & Twitter accounts Posted on our website www.msdpike.org Please visit https://www.pike.k12.in.us/about/inclement-weather-guidelines for additional information, including 2 Hour Delay, School Closure due to Inclement Weather, and Remote Instruction Day schedules. MSD Pike Township respects a parent’s determination regarding their child’s attendance at school during inclement weather. If school is open or delayed, because of inclement weather, the school will respect the parent’s decision to keep their child at home. Under Indiana Code, students will be marked absent and provided with the opportunity to make up missed assignments. If you choose to keep your child home, please contact the school and inform school officials of your determination. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Dec 06 2024

Thanksgiving Break

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Thanksgiving Break - Monday, November 25th - Friday, November 29th We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back on Monday, December 2nd. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Please click here or on the image below to hear what some members of our #PikeFamily are thankful for: ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Image Text: As we approach Thanksgiving Break, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you. I am thankful to reside and serve in a community that values one another and works together to ensure every child has the opportunity and support they need to reach their full potential. I hope that you have a safe break surrounded by those you love and that your Thanksgiving is filled with joy, gratitude, and rest.  Dr. Larry Young Superintendent, MSD of Pike Township ​ ​

Friday, Nov 22 2024

2024-2025 Inclement Weather Information

The MSD of Pike Township will utilize the following schedule when inclement weather impacts regular school operations during the 2024 - 2025 school year. This includes in-person, remote, and virtual schedules.  2 Hour Delay:    All instruction is delayed 2 hours to allow buses, teachers, and instructional staff to arrive at each school safely. Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center will begin at 6:30 a.m. There will be no A.M. developmental preschool at Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center, Guion Creek Elementary School, or College Park Elementary School. Loving Care opens at 6:30 a.m. at all elementary schools. Loving Care staff will report at their contracted time. School Closed Due to Inclement Weather:  The  Friday, February 14, 2025, Flex Day  will be used on the first inclement weather call-off day. In order for students to remain on the same calendar schedule,  there will be no in-person, remote, or virtual instruction.  Remote instruction will be utilized for any additional school closings due to inclement weather which means teachers will offer  “live”  virtual instruction to students for each of their scheduled class periods. During  “live”  instruction,  secondary teachers will complete attendance for each period. At the elementary level, AM attendance is completed only.  Teachers may deliver instruction from home; this includes developmental preschool teachers. Designated instructional assistants will provide support from home or school.  The Nathaniel Jones Early Learning Center, including all developmental preschool locations (Guion Creek Elementary School & College Park Elementary School) and Loving Care, will be closed for the full day. Pike Township Loving Care will be closed at all locations.  Remote Instruction Day Information due to Weather: During a remote instruction weather day, students will have live “synchronous” instruction from 8:00 a.m. to approximately 11:40 a.m. via TEAMS. After the student and teacher lunch times, students will finish their day asynchronously by completing assignments in Canvas. Teachers will offer office hours to meet with students virtually from 12:20 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., as needed. The teacher contract day will end at 3:00 p.m. Please visit https://www.pike.k12.in.us/about/inclement-weather-guidelines for additional information, including Remote Instruction Day schedules. Inclement Weather Communication Information regarding weather-related closings or delays will be: Communicated directly via call, text, and email sent to the numbers on file for parents/guardians. Please make sure your contact information is updated in Skyward. Posted on our district's official Facebook & Twitter accounts Posted on our website www.msdpike.org MSD Pike Township respects a parent’s determination regarding their child’s attendance at school during inclement weather. If school is open or delayed, because of inclement weather, the school will respect the parent’s decision to keep their child at home. Under Indiana Code, students will be marked absent and provided with the opportunity to make up missed assignments. If you choose to keep your child home, please contact the school and inform school officials of your determination.

Tuesday, Nov 19 2024

#PikeProud - Week of 11-11-24

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ The last opportunities to see Pike High School's production of The SpongeBob Musical will be on Friday, November 15th, at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 16th, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at https://pikepac.ludus.com/index.php. ​ ​ ​ ​ SpongeBob Promo ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Lady Red Devils Basketball ​ We would like to congratulate our Lady Red Devils Basketball Team on an outstanding and undefeated start to their season and celebrate Marley Jeffers' selection as the IndyStar’s Player of the Week. The next opportunity to see our team in action will be this Saturday when they play Homestead in our main gym. The varsity game is set to begin at 2:30 p.m., and JV and Freshman action will tip off at 1:00 p.m. Tickets will be available online at https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=102793 until 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike Red Zone Food Pantry ​ Our Pike Red Zone Food Pantry will hold a distribution on Monday, November 18th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Pike Freshman Center.   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ PHS Students Participate in 38th Annual Debutante Cotillion ​ We are thrilled to share some exciting news about three exceptional young women from Pike High School, Class of 2026, who were recently recognized at the 38th Annual Debutante Cotillion and Scholarship Program. This event, hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® —Alpha Mu Omega Chapter and Ivy Endowment, Incorporated, took place on Sunday, November 10, 2024, and was a significant celebration of their accomplishments. Karis Dix, Kailey Gold, and Kendall Joiner were formally presented to the Indianapolis community to recognize their dedication to service, personal growth, and leadership. Over six months, these young women committed to a rigorous journey of personal, civic, and leadership development, and their hard work was acknowledged through this prestigious event. A special congratulations to Karis Dix, who was honored as one of the top three debutantes out of 24 participants. Her excellence in civic responsibility, intellect, and grace truly stood out. Additionally, Kailey Gold received a special award for perfect attendance and timeliness. These young ladies represented Pike High School exceptionally well; their success is a testament to our Pike community!  Courtesy of LaToya Dix ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ MSD of Pike Township Job Fair ​ The MSD of Pike Township will hold a Job Fair on Tuesday, November 19th from 1:00-5:00 pm. The Job Fair is an opportunity to learn about Pike Township Schools, available positions, support with applying for open positions, and the opportunity to participate in preliminary interviews. The Job Fair will take place at the MSD of Pike Township School Corporation’s Administrative Services Center (6901 Zionsville Rd.). Participants may enter through the southeast Conference Center entrance. The Fair will be located in Training Rooms #1 and #3. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Immunization Clinic ​ A free immunization clinic will be hosted at the Pike Performing Arts Center, 6701 Zionsville Road, on Thursday, November 21st, from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. You may register in advance or walk in on the day of the clinic. Parent/guardian consent is required for anyone under the age of 18. Please upload or bring the immunization record for the individual being vaccinated. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ EES to Present Disney Moana Jr. ​ On November 21st and 22nd, Eastbrook Elementary School will proudly present Disney Moana Jr. at 6:30 p.m. Eastbrook Elementary School is located at 7625 New Augusta Road. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased online at https://eastbrookelementarymusical.ludus.com/index.php. The money will be donated to Eastbrook's Parent Support Group (PSG). ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Please join us in congratulating Ivan Acuna who was named to the 2024 ISCA All-State Second Team and the 2024 Boys Soccer All-Marion County Team. Courtesy of @PikeHSAthletics ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Congratulations to our Pike High School Lady Red Devils Wrestling team for starting their season with a 4th-place finish at the PH Lady Wolves Invite. Several of our wrestlers medaled, Alyssa Vega placed first in the 110 weight class, and Ayomide Faromo was the Runner-up in her weight class. Courtesy of @PikeHSAhtletics ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Nov 15 2024

#PikeProud - Week of 11-4-24

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ It's Opening Night! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ SpongeBob Promo ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike High School Open House ​ Pike High School will host its Open House from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13th. Families will have an opportunity to see our curriculum in action and learn about core instruction, our Dual Credit, IB, and AP programs. We will also have information about student supports, performing arts, athletic, and extracurricular opportunities. Join us to see why You Belong in Pike! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Invitation from Principal Wolley ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Immunization Clinic ​ A free immunization clinic will be hosted at the Pike Performing Arts Center, 6701 Zionsville Road, on Thursday, November 21st, from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. You may register in advance or walk in on the day of the clinic. Parent/guardian consent is required for anyone under the age of 18. Please upload or bring the immunization record for the individual being vaccinated. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024 Crossroad Fall League Champions ​ Our New Augusta North 8th grade girls basketball team won the 2024 Crossroad Fall League Championship with a 10-0 record. Courtesy of @Coach_KHollins ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ PHS Grads Start College Athletic Seasons Strong ​ Several of our PHS graduates had outstanding starts to their college basketball seasons, including Ryan Conwell, who scored 21 points for Xavier, Davante Porch, who scored 20 points and had 9 rebounds for Marian University’s Ancilla College, and Davion Bailey, who scored 41 points for Incarnate Word, setting the single-game scoring and made field goal record. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Nov 08 2024

#PikeProud - Week of 10-28-24

​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Early Voting in Marion County ​ This year, election day is November 5th, but in Marion County, you can vote early. Please find additional information here, and make a plan to make your voice heard. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Remote Learning Day - November 5th ​ Tuesday, November 5th, is a remote learning day for grades K-12. Students will not come to school. Live instruction will be provided via Microsoft Teams from 8 to 11 a.m. Microsoft Teams links and assignments will be posted in Canvas. If you need assistance, please contact your child's school or check out the remote learning guidance on the Pike Parent University page. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​IDOE Seeks Feedback on Diploma Redesign ​ The Indiana Department of Education is seeking public feedback on the second draft of its proposal to redesign Indiana high school diplomas. IDOE encourages you to learn more about the second draft and access the form to leave feedback here. The last day to provide feedback is November 8th. ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ SpongeBob Promo ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Pike High School Open House ​ Pike High School will host an Open House on Wednesday, November 13th, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Families will see our robust curriculum in action and learn about core instruction, student supports, performing arts, athletic, & extracurricular opportunities, as well as our Dual Credit, IB, and AP programs. Join us to see why You Belong in Pike! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Invitation from Principal Wolley ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Immunization Clinic ​ A free immunization clinic will be hosted at the Pike Performing Arts Center, 6701 Zionsville Road, on Thursday, November 21st, from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. You may register in advance or walk in on the day of the clinic. Parent/guardian consent is required for anyone under the age of 18. Please upload or bring the immunization record for the individual being vaccinated. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Alumni Excellence ​ At a recent Board Meeting, Dr. Young recognized Tottiyauna Jones, a 2014 Pike High School graduate, as an Alumni of Excellence. Please click on the link below to hear Jones discuss the high school and life experiences that led her to become the first Black female firefighter to serve on the Pike Township Fire Department. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkC4HE_0HDo&list=PLhHShS18cuwa_xAUacHyRD5OJHIOhl4O_ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Fire Safety Tips from PTFD ​ Fire Escape Plan Checklist: Draw a map of your home. Show all doors and windows. Visit each room. Find two ways out. All windows and doors should open easily. You should be able to use them to get outside. Pick a meeting place outside. It should be in front of your home. Everyone will meet at the meeting place. Make sure your house or building number can be seen from the street. Talk about your plan with everyone in your home.    Practice your home fire drill! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Income Based Assistance ​ Our district currently participates in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program. Breakfasts and lunches are free for ALL students. Students may opt to purchase a la carte items or additional servings for a fee. Families may add money to their child’s lunch account for this purpose at www.myschoolbucks.com.   It is still important for families who receive or are interested in applying for income-based assistance to complete the Household Income Form application for the 2024-2025 school year. Completing the application may enable you to receive benefits such as free internet, Pike swimming discounts, scholarships, grants, and reduced early childhood program fees. Please note, a new application must be completed each school year. ​ ​ ​ ​ 2024-2025 Application ​ ​ ​ ​   ​ ​ ​ ​ Have a wonderful weekend! ​ ​

Friday, Nov 01 2024