Meeting Details
May 18, 2023
5:30pm - 6:30pm
1 hr
Lincoln Administrative Center
Purpose
Regular Board Meeting
1.
Call to Order
Minutes
Mr. Blankenship called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1.1
Roll Call
Minutes
The following were present:
Mr. Blankenship
Mrs. Graves
Mrs. Jones
Ms. Bollinger
Mr. Redmon
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
Mr. Blankenship led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.
Approval of Board Agenda
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
3.
Approval of Board Minutes
April 20, 2023 Regular Board Minutes
May 2, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
4.
Recognition of Visitors and Public Participation (Agenda Items Only)
(Please speak to the Treasurer prior to the start of this meeting.)
Minutes
Scott Brown from the Auditor of State's office presented a commendation to Supt. Bob Britton and Treasurer Ryan Cook for their efforts to open Aumiller Park pool by purchasing each student a pool pass this summer.
"Through the innovation and diligent work of Superintendent Bob Britton and Treasurer Ryan Cook as well as cooperation from the mayor and city council, the Aumiller Park Pool will now open this year, and therefore I recognize and congratulate the Bucyrus City School District and the City of Bucyrus for their commitment to the community," Brown read.
Board members heard from parent Nicole Frazier, who expressed concerns about the quality of coaching for the middle school girls basketball program. She said she believes families are leaving the district because of its poor athletic programs, and asked board members to take a closer look at performance before renewing contracts.
"This is a common theme here in Bucyrus; it's not what you know; it's who you know," Frazier said.
Frazier, who said she was a star athlete during her own years as a Bucyrus High School student, was accompanied by her father at the meeting.
At the end of her remarks, Pudge Hargis, head coach of the district's varsity softball team, spoke up: "That's the biggest bunch of (expletive) I've heard in I don't know how long."
A heated exchange followed, and Hargis and Frazier's father were asked to leave the room.
4.1
Recognition of Stoney's Kind Kids
Tristen Reeves - BES 5th Grader is the son of Codi and Charlee Reeves
Lucy Daiber - BES 5th Grader is the daughter of Erin Dreyer and Jason Daiber
Tyson Beck - BMS 6th Grader is the son of Angel and Thomas Beck
Emma Graves - BHS 9th Grader is the daughter of Christa and Dave Graves
5.
Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
Minutes
Mr. Cook presented his written report and thanked the Board of Education and community for the ability to serve the district over the last eleven years.
Mr. Cook noted his resignation from the district effective July 31st to be accepted later in the meeting and wished the district well.
Members of the Board thanked Mr. Cook for his service to the district over the previous eleven years.
6.
Superintendent's Report
Pam Kalb, Lifewise Presentation
Discussion on School Nurse.
Dr. Singh Senior class updates.
Minutes
Dr. Singh provided updates on the school year, and noted that the graduation rate was 94.4% this year.
7.
Personnel - Certified Staff
7.1
Approve the following teacher contracts, as recommended beginning with the 2023-2024 school year, as per approved salary schedule, pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements as per Exhibit A.
One Year: Kelly Wood-Ard - Retire/ Rehire
One Year, Renewal: Rachel Aldrich, McKenzie Holman, Roxanne Jones, Terri Keckler, Nick Kohler, Mary Myers, Megan Phillips, Chris Roark, Edward Warner, Erika Warnke, Kelly Williams, Katherine Wurm, George Barbuto, Brent Carpenter, Stacy Large
Two Year: Kimberly Christman, Shane Kokensparger, Jennifer Thayer
Three Year, New: Jason Calder, Matthew Feck
Three Year, Renewal: Lisa Blizzard, Tiffany Powers, Danica Schifer, Rebecca Hartman, Katie Leightey, Amy Plumley, Valerie Richardson, Shari Shuck
Continuing Contract: Kaitlyn Fourman
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
Seconded: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
7.2
Resignations
Accept the resignation of Dakota Morrison, BMS teacher effective May 25, 2023 per Exhibit B.
Accept the resignation of Ehrick Williams, BMS teacher effective May 25, 2023 per Exhibit C.
Accept the resignation of Sharon Scott, BSS teacher (retire/rehire) effective May 25, 2023 per Exhibit D.
Accept the resignation of Veronica Bowers (Ruggeri), BES teacher effective August 30, 2023 per Exhibit E.
Accept the resignation of Brenda Forbes, BSS teacher effective August 31, 2023 per Exhibit F.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
Seconded: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
7.3
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Jason Calder, Head Coach Golf
Kris Knodell, Head Coach Tennis - Girls
Nick Kohler, High School Assistant - Football
Shane Kokensparger, Head Coach Wrestling
Shane Kokensparger, High School Assistant - Football
Matt Makeever, Middle School Assistant - Football
Chris Roark, Middle School Assistant - Football
Ashton Boyd, Bucyrus Preschool Summer Screenings, Evaluations & Assessments
Kristine Fourman, Bucyrus Preschool Summer Screenings, Evaluations & Assessments
Katie Leightey, Bucyrus Preschool Summer Screenings, Evaluations & Assessments
Valerie Richardson, Bucyrus Preschool Summer Screenings, Evaluations & Assessments
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
Seconded: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
8.
Personnel - Classified Staff
8.1
Approve the resignation of Ryan W. Cook as CFO/Director of Operations at the close of business on July 31, 2023 as per Exhibit G.
8.2
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Curtis Ashley, Middle School Assistant - Football
Kyle Blankenship, High School Assistant - Wrestling
Kim Boyd, Head Coach Cheerleading
Amber Christy, Head Coach Volleyball
Mark Garcia, Freshman Assistant - Football
Brian Hargis, Head Coach Basketball - Boys
Diane Kaple, Head Coach Bowling
Kelsey May, High School Assistant - Cheerleading
Joe Powers, High School Assistant Bowling
Mary Scott, Athletic Ticket Admissions
Brian Seybert, Head Coach Basketball - Girls
Brian Seybert, High School Assistant - Football
Russ Slanczka, High School Assistant - Football
Chris Stake, Freshman Assistant - Football
Josh Stratton, Middle School Assistant - Football
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.
Business
9.1
Approve the Central Office Salary Schedules as per Exhibit H.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.2
Authorize the payment of 23.61 hours of accumulated Compensatory Time for Charma Schifer as per Exhibit I.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.3
Approve The Ohio School Plan as the district's insurance carrier effective 7/1/2023-6/30/2024 per Exhibit J.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.4
Approve Request for Early Completion of Graduation Requirements, as per Exhibit K.
Graduation Request, Class of 2024 - Arianna Slaughter
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.5
Approve Agreement with Fairway to operate school meal programs effective dates: 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 per Exhibit L.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.6
Approve Agreement with High Road to operate school meal programs, via Small Purchase Meals Contract effective dates: 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024 per Exhibit M.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
9.7
Approve the proposed Overnight Student Trip - Girls Varsity Basketball per Exhibit N.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.8
Accept the following donations as stated per Exhibit O.
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $279.40
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
10.
Executive Session
To consider the appointment; employment; dismissal; discipline; promotion; demotion; compensation of a public employee or official; or the investigation of charges/complaints against a public employee, official, licensee, or regulated individual (unless public hearing is requested), as per ORC § 121.22.
Minutes
Adjourned to executive session at 6:08 p.m. and the following were present:
Mr. Blankenship
Mrs. Graves
Mrs. Jones
Ms. Bollinger
Mr. Redmon
Mr. Britton
Mr. Cook
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
11.
Adjourn Executive Session
Minutes
Executive session was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member
Seconded: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
12.
Discussion
13.
Public Participation (Any Topic)
14.
Adjourn
Minutes
The May 18, 2022 regular meeting was adjourned at 6:34 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member
Seconded: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Randy Blankenship, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
