Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes

Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board At-large

Tenure

Present officeholder

Term ends

2029

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Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Ball State University

Graduate

Indiana University

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Angela Barnes is an at-large member of the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board in Indiana. Her current term ends on January 1, 2029.

Barnes ran for re-election for an at-large seat of the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board in Indiana. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Barnes completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Angela Barnes earned a bachelor's degree from Ball State University and a graduate degree from Indiana University. Her career experience includes working as an educator.

As of 2024, Barnes was affiliated with the following organizations:

• Wayne Township Education Foundation, Board Member
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., Member
• Best Buddies, Faculty Advisor
• Indianapolis Rowing Center, Rower

Elections

2024

See also: Metropolitan School District of Pike Township, Indiana, elections (2024)

General election

General election for Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board At-large (4 seats)

Incumbent Angela Barnes, Toni Wilson, incumbent Nichole Kelley, and Stephen Hoofer defeated incumbent Matt Hopp in the general election for Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board At-large on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Angela Barnes (Nonpartisan)	24.3	17,919
✔		Toni Wilson (Nonpartisan)	22.6	16,668
✔		Nichole Kelley (Nonpartisan)	20.0	14,734
✔		Stephen Hoofer (Nonpartisan)	17.7	13,062
		Matt Hopp (Nonpartisan)	15.5	11,417

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 73,800
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Angela Barnes completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Barnes' responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Angela Barnes and it has been my pleasure to serve as a member of the Pike School Board. I began my journey as an appointed Pike Township school board member in the winter of 2022, finishing a vacant term. As a long-time resident and parent of a Pike High School Class of 2020 alumna, I already greatly valued the education my daughter received. In my time on the board, I have advocated for our exceptional learners and served on the District Wellness Council. I enjoyed fostering and maintaining strong, collegial relationships with fellow board members and staff. I also made it a priority to be present at various schools and community events throughout the district, demonstrating my deep commitment to understanding the unique needs of our district and ensuring the best outcomes for our students, staff, and families.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• My passion lies in nurturing our children and fostering positive experiences that empower them to become impactful global citizens. With 30 years as a public school teacher and as the parent of a Pike High School graduate (Class of 2020), I bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to the table.
• I am committed to leveraging my deep understanding of school data, pedagogy, and policy to enhance education quality while identifying and addressing opportunities to improve safety and the work environment at Pike.
• I proudly advocate for affirming policies that reflect the inclusive nature of our community, ensuring Pike continues to thrive.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Policies and programs that support our students and teachers are what I am most passionate about.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to leave a legacy of love and kindness where those who know me or about me become people who are boldly kind with no expectations of reward. They are kind because it is the right thing to do.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Fear has been a struggle in my life. Fear of change, fear of trying, and fear of failing have dictated some of my decisions in my life. Fortunately, my faith increased as I prayed daily for this campaign for over a year. Now, I realize that my fears were not based on facts; I made them up. My faith gives me freedom from fear and courage to change, try, and recover if I fail.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

A school board member serves as the voice of the community, ensuring the school board creates a safe and enriching learning environment for all students while maintaining a positive work environment for staff. As a school board, it is our responsibility to actively listen to the community and be mindful stewards of district resources to sustain excellence in both areas.

What strategies or plans would you advance to ensure the schools are properly funded?

My budgetary priorities will be in alignment with what we promised our community in the spring when we passed the referendum, which is to attract and retain highly qualified teachers, sustain effective programs previously funded by ESSER, and improve safety in our school district. The task now is to carefully plan to allocate those funds in January as we promised. As a board member, I will listen to the community when you say what you need. Then, I will share your concerns with the rest of the board and Pike leadership.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Pike Classroom Teachers Association

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