Toni Wilson

Toni Wilson

Nonpartisan

Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board At-large

Tenure

2025 - Present

Term ends

2029

Years in position

1

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Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Warren Central High School

Bachelor's

Indiana University, 1989

Personal

Birthplace

Louisiana

Profession

Teacher

Contact

Personal LinkedIn

Toni Wilson is an at-large member of the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township school board in Indiana. She assumed office on January 1, 2025. Her current term ends on January 1, 2029.

Wilson ran for 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.

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

Biography

Toni Wilson was born in Louisiana. She earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana University in 1989. Her career experience includes working as a teacher and manager in the banking industry.

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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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Toni Wilson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wilson's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My Name is Toni A. Wilson. I am a proud Pike Township educator and a child and family advocate. I am married with 2 adult children. My youngest daughter is a graduate of Pike High School. We have been a resident of Pike for over 23 years. I am a graduate of Indiana University. I currently an Exceptional Learner Teacher and have coached girls’ basketball at New Augusta North and the 9th grade Pike girls Basketball team. I am a Pike Township Precinct Committeeman. I have always had a deep passion for educating children. I want my passion to be contagious and inspiring so others will want to advocate for our children.

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?

• Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world" by Nelson Mandela
• We need to show our teachers and the supporting staff by our actions, by giving them top competitive pay. We should show support by how we speak about their worth, that they are truly valued. Their concerns need to be heard and taken seriously.
• We need to continue to commit to increasing our students test scores so that our graduation rates will continue to increase as a result of our commitment. Focusing on the STEM, such as the quality of curriculum materials, specialist or tutoring supports and class size.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about Education funding policies because they are vital to ensuring that all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background, have access to a good school and the opportunity to reach their full potential. Also I am supporting teacher development and their well-being.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

"The Butter Battle Book"

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Elected officials must work as part of a team to establish a shared vision for the future, develop goals and plans that make that future possible. They must possess traits of honesty, morality, compassion, competence, and leadership skills.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I possess strong communication skills, I'm a team player, self-motivated, committed to integrity. I have the ability to make informed decisions, a proven track record of problem-solving, and a dedication to actively listening to the needs of my constituents.
This allows me to effectively represent their interests and then can work together towards positive changes.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

School board is there to set educational policies for the district, oversee the budget, advocate for our students to receive the quality of education they need to be successful. They ensure that the school’s mission and values are being uphold.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The legacy I would like to leave is, I made a positive impact on someone's life. That I was seen as a motivator, hard worker and I had integrity

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very 1st job was working for Wendy's when I was a senior in high school. I kept the job until I went off to college in June of the following year.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

It's a beautiful Day, by Jamie Grace

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

ensuring the district is effectively meeting the educational needs of all students within their community. They also represent the community's interests and advocate for the students to be successful and to graduate.

Who are your constituents?

The residents of Pike Township

How would you support the diverse needs of your district’s students, faculty, staff, and community?

I would use inclusive practices while making sure I am understanding and respecting the different cultural backgrounds, learning styles, socioeconomic situations, and abilities while ensuring everyone ( students, faculty) feels valued and supported within the school community.

What constitutes good teaching? How will you measure this? How will you support advanced teaching approaches?

Good teaching has a positive impact on the students. The student are engaged in classroom discussions. The teacher uses their expertise to improve learning and good outcomes. The outcomes are can be measured easily, usually through summative assessment.

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

I would advocate for increased state and federal funding, promoting transparency in budget allocation. I would advocate for a fund based system that allocate funds based on student demographics like poverty levels, special needs.

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

We need to creating a secure learning environment by implement clear safety rules and procedures. We to put in place physical security measures, regularly assess risks, and actively communicate safety information to students, staff, and parents at all times,

How might you support the mental health needs of students/faculty/staff?

We should combine mental health awareness and coping mechanisms into the curriculum for our students at all levels

What existing district policies would you like to change, or what new policies would you like to implement?

I would advocate for policies that continue to promote equitable access to technology, enhance parent engagement, and prioritize early childhood education initiatives

How do you feel like your school district handled the coronavirus pandemic? What, if anything, would you do differently in the future?

I think that the school district handled the coronavirus pandemic, based on the resources and information they received, was adequate.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

It is so crucial for governments to be open and transparent about their finances, it builds public trust and confidence in their ability to manage funds effectively.

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