Meeting Details
October 17, 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 5:31 p.m.
1.1
Roll Call
Minutes
All Board of Education members were present.
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
Mr. Blankenship led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.
Approval of Board Agenda
Minutes
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 |
3.
Approval of Board Minutes
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 |
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
The Treasurer's office is currently managing open enrollment for dental and medical plans. After reviewing rates, a 5% increase has been decided, which is considered reasonable compared to other market trends. The Treasurer is finalizing the five-year forecast, with a presentation planned for the next board meeting.
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 |
6.
Superintendent's Report
Minutes
The Superintendent reported on a site visit to Ontario to explore opportunities related to the career tech equipment grant they received last year, as our district received the same grant this year. Mr. Britton also discussed the Aim Higher CCE conference he attended, which highlighted state support for career tech education.
6.1
Curriculum - District Updates
Minutes
Mr. Muro gave curriculum updates.
7.
Personnel - Certified Staff
Minutes
Motion passed 7.1 - 7.5.
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 |
7.1
Approve the new teacher contract, for Thaddeus Hensel as stated beginning October 1, 2024; as per approved salary schedule, pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
7.2
Approve FMLA leave for the following:
Lori Rister, 10/24/24-12/5/25 (estimated)
7.3
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.
7.4
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Kevin Boggs, Head Varsity Track Coach Boys & Girls
Thaddeus Hensel, Middle School Assistant Coach Basketball - Boys
Kris Knodell, Head Varsity Coach Tennis - Boys
Terra Hamm, RESA Teacher Mentor for T.Hensel - Year 1
& RSEA Teacher Mentor for J.Flach. - Year 2
Kris Knodell, RESA Teacher Mentor for L.Amstutz - Year 1
7.5
Approve the following Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center approved substitute as a long term substitute for 2024-2025 school year.
Angie Longden - Long term substitute for Lori Rister
8.
Personnel - Classified Staff
Minutes
Motion passed 8.1 - 8.3.
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 |
8.1
Approve changes to Renhill Contract of Services, as per Exhibit.
8.2
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Dylan Goff, Middle School Assistant Coach Basketball - Boys
Jerry Hargis, Head Varsity Softball Coach
Harley Robinson-Koge, Assistant Varsity Coach Basketball - Boys
Nate Smith, Assistant Varsity Coach Basketball - Boys
8.3
Approve the following as Classified Subs for 2024-2025 school year as per Exhibit.
Veronica Griffin (retroactive 9/26/2024)
9.
Business
Minutes
Motion passed 9.1 - 9.5.
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 |
9.1
Approve the use of the following logos as approved logos for the Bucyrus City Schools as per exhibits.
9.2
Approve the initial FY25 Appropriations and Estimated Resources (all funds) for submission to the Crawford County Auditor
9.3
Approval of Engagement Letter with Julian & Grube, Inc. for FY 2024 Audit Services
9.4
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $218.40
9.5
Approve the following proposal for student trip as per Exhibit.
Overnight to NXR Midwest Regional Championships 2024 - Terre Haute, IN; November 16-17, 2024
10.
Discussion
11.
Public Participation (Any Topic)
Minutes
There was no public participation.
12.
Adjourn
Minutes
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
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 |
