Meeting Details
August 22, 2024
5:30pm - 6:30pm
1 hr
Lincoln Administrative Center
Purpose
N/A
1.
Call to Order
Minutes
Mr. Blankenship called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
1.1
Roll Call
Minutes
All Board of Education members were present except Jenna Bollinger.
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
Mr. Blankenship led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.
Approval of Board Agenda
Minutes
Mr Britton announced the additions of 9.3 Bus Routes and 9.7 High Roads individual enrollment forms.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Morgan Jones, 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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
3.
Approval of Board Minutes
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, 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 | |||
| 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
There was no public participation.
5.
Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
Minutes
Lisa Thoman-Cha presented an analysis of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP for January 2024. The analysis showed that the district would have experienced a loss of $5,009.34 in reimbursement under the CEP compared to the reimbursement actually received for that month. Additionally, paid lunch revenue for January was $17,000. These figures and low participation rates (42% eligible in Ohio and only 2.5% participation for districts with an ISP under 40%) supported the decision not to adopt CEP for the 2024-25 school year.
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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
6.
Superintendent's Report
Minutes
Mr. Britton gave the following updates:
Staffing: Seven new teachers and classified staff were hired, with some positions consolidated to save costs.
Teacher Support: The district introduced the "Mind, Body, and Align" program to help teachers manage stress and earn CEU credits.
School Start: First day of school went smoothly, with a modified schedule for preschool/kindergarten and a new structure for secondary students' class meetings and club presentations.
Food Service: The program passed its Department of Education review with no issues.
Bleachers: The bleacher installation is complete.
7.
Personnel - Certified Staff
Minutes
Motion passed 7.1 - 7.7.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, 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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
7.1
Approve the Substitute Teacher List from the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, as per Exhibit.
Approve the ongoing updated list of certificated / licensed substitutes, screened / hired through the Mid-Ohio ESC, who have named Bucyrus as the employing district, and authorize the District Treasurer to pay the substitutes on the Mid-Ohio ESC list between meetings.
7.2
Approve the following certified contract extension as per salary schedule.
Matt Makeever, Director of Athletics 2025-2026 & 2026-2027
7.3
Approving the following resignations as per Exhibits.
Thaddeus Hensel, 6th Grade ELA, Bucyrus Secondary
Elizabeth Derr, 1st Grade Intervention, Bucyrus Elementary
Stacy Large, 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher, Bucyrus Elementary
7.4
Approve the following Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center approved substitute as a long term substitute for 2024-2025 school year pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Thaddeus Hensel - Long Term Sub
Elizabeth Derr - Long Term Sub
7.5
Approve FMLA leave for the following:
Karla Schiefer - 7/29/2024 through 10/21/2024 (12 weeks, estimated)
7.6
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Dawn Martin - RESA Mentor for A.Cassady (Year 1)
Jason Staten - Science Club Advisor, Teacher Leader
Brent Carpenter - Middle School Band (Marching and Pep)
Matt Feck - Co-advisor E-Sports
Jade Acker - Co-advisor E-Sports
Shane Kokensparger - Faculty Manager
George Barbuto - Faculty Manager
7.7
Approved the voluntary transfer of Danica Schifer from Bucyrus Elementary Title Math Teacher to 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher.
8.
Personnel - Classified Staff
Minutes
Motion passed 8.1 - 8.4.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Morgan Jones, 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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
8.1
Approve changes to Renhill Contract of Services, as per Exhibit.
8.2
Approve the following as an approved van driver for Bucyrus City Schools.
Aaron Weisenauer
8.3
Employ the following on a substitute basis, as per approved salary schedule, for the 2024-2025 school year, pending completion of all State and Board requirements, including a favorable background check:
Julia Cotsamire - Educational Aide, Secretary, Bus Aide/ Monitor
8.4
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Aaron Weisenhour - Assistant Varsity Golf Coach
9.
Business
Minutes
Motion passed 9.1 - 9.9.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, 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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
9.1
Approve META to advertise and receive bids on a handicap school bus on behalf of Bucyrus City Schools as per resolution.
9.2
Approve the Transportation Services Agreement with Ohio Specialty Services as per Exhibit.
9.3
Approve the Bus Routes for 2024-2025 School Year as per Exhibit.
9.4
Approve the Affiliation Agreement with the Ohio State University - Marion and Bucyrus City Schools for the 2024-2025 school year as per Exhibit.
9.5
Approve the agreement with Wood County ESC - Wood County Juvenile Detention Education Program for the 2024-2025 school year as per Exhibits.
9.6
Approve the MOU with MVNU for College Credit Plus (CCP) program at Bucyrus Secondary as per Exhibit.
9.7
Approve the Individual Master Services Agreement between Specialized Education of Ohio, Inc. and Bucyrus City School District per Exhibit.
9.8
Approve the following Request for Early Completion of Graduation Requirements for the following:
Cayley Ann Bryden (Walk with class of 2025)
9.9
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $223.40
Stoney's Kind Kids $1000 Grant via Community Foundation
10.
Discussion
Minutes
There was a discussion about cracks forming on the tennis courts and whether a warranty is in place. Mr. Britton and Brian Mitchell will inspect the courts and arrange for repairs if necessary.
11.
Public Participation (Any Topic)
Minutes
There was no pubilc participation.
12.
Executive Session
Minutes
The Board voted to go into executive session at 5:51 p.m.
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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
13.
Adjourn Executive Session
Minutes
Executive session was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.
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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
14.
Adjourn
Minutes
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m.
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 | |||
| Mr. Chad Redmon, Board Member | X |
