Meeting Details
February 23, 2026
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 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: 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 |
3.
Oath of Office - Newly Elected Members
Jenna Bollinger
Minutes
The oath of office was administered to Jenna Bollinger.
4.
Approval of Board Minutes
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 |
5.
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 for Agenda items.
6.
Public Participation (Any Topic)
Minutes
There was no public participation
7.
Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
Minutes
The Treasurer reported that the district remains financially stable, with revenues slightly up and expenses slightly down year to date. The long-term outlook will be addressed in the five-year forecast.
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.
Superintendent's Report
Minutes
Mr. Britton reported that Bucyrus City Schools has been selected to receive the Crawford Partnership Workforce Development Award and shared that the recognition event will be held on March 19 from 5:00–7:30 p.m. at The Hub in Crestline. He invited Board members to attend. Mr. Britton shared that the Jim Tressel Fitness Challenge visit was a successful event and has had a positive impact on student engagement, with increased participation noted by staff.
8.1
RSVPs for Pioneer Dinner
55th Annual All Board Member-Administrator Dinner Meeting - Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 5p
Minutes
The Superintendent discussed RSVPs for the Pioneer Administrator and Board Dinner and requested board members confirm their attendance.
8.2
OSBA - January 2026
Jenna Bollinger
Minutes
Ms. Bollinger was recognized in honor of Board Member Appreciation Month.
8.3
Bucyrus Elementary Update
Minutes
Ms. Hernandez, Mr. Thiel, and elementary students provided an update on Bucyrus Elementary. The presentation included progress on attendance and academic goals, PAC student leadership activities, career readiness efforts through True North, and STEM initiatives across grade levels. Students shared highlights of recent projects and upcoming plans.
9.
Personnel - Certified Staff
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 |
9.1
Accept the following resignation per Exhbit.
Beth Constantine, Family Advocate
9.2
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.
9.3
Non-renew the following one-year supplemental contracts for fall extra-curricular activities:
Jade Acker, Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Landry Amstutz, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Kevin Boggs, Head Varsity Cross Country Coach
Jon Butchko, Head Varsity Football Coach
Cameron Cutrone, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Matt Feck, Volunteer Cross Country Coach
Kris Knodell, Head Varsity Tennis Coach (Girls)
Nick Kohler, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Max Morris, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
9.4
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Matt Feck, Middle School Assistant Track Coach
Nick Kohler, Volunteer Baseball Coach
10.
Personnel - Classified Staff
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 |
10.1
Employ Eugene Poffenbaugh as Evening Custodian as of February 4, 2026 pending completion of all State and Board requirements, including a favorable background check, to be paid per the BOSS Negotiated Agreement - Salary Schedule.
10.2
Accept the following resignation per Exhbit.
Paige Kilby, Bus Driver
10.3
Approve changes to Renhill Contract of Services, as per Exhibit.
10.4
Approve the following as Classified Subs for the 2025-2026 school year as per Exhibit.
10.5
Non-renew the following one-year supplemental contracts for fall extra-curricular activities:
Curtis Ashley, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Kyle Blankenship, Weightroom Coordinator - Fall
Karys Boyd, Volunteer Cheerleading Coach - Fall
Kim Boyd, Head Varsity Cheerleading Coach - Fall
Amber Christy, Head Varsity Volleyball Coach
Stephanie Fackler, Volunteer Volleyball Coach
Dave Jones, Middle School Assistant Cross Country Coach
Miranda Kepler, Majorettes/ Flag Corp Advisor
Tonya Kimmel, Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach
Brianna Lykins, Assistant varsity Volleyball Coach
Kelsey May, Assistant Varsity Cheerleading Coach - Fall
Danielle Rebon, Percussion Advisor
Brian Seybert, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Tony Sheets, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Crystle Siegel, Middle School Assistant Cheerleading Coach - Fall
Russell Slanczka, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Chris Stake, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Kayleigh Stine, Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Josh Stratton, Assistant Varsity Football
Aaron Weisenauer, Head Varsity Golf Coach
10.6
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Randy Banks, Middle School Assistant Track Coach
Rob Berry, Varsity Assistant Softball Coach
Kyle Blankenship, Varsity Assistant Track Coach
Mark Burke, Volunteer Baseball Coach
Tyler Furry, Middle School Assistant Track Coach (Split Contract)
Dylan Goff, Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach
Dave Jones, Varsity Assistant Track Coach
Harley Koge, Middle School Assistant Track Coach (Split Contract)
Kyle Shull, Volunteer Softball Coach
Chris Stake, Assistant Varsity Track Coach
Josh Stratton, Volunteer Softball Coach
11.
Business
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 |
11.1
Approve the Open Enrollment Application for use in the 2026-2027 School Year beginning April 1, 2026, as per Exhibits.
11.2
Approve OHSAA Governing Board Resolution for Continued Membership, as per Exhibits.
2026-2027 Membership
11.3
Approve the FY26 Required Financial Forecast Update
Minutes
The Treasurer reviewed the FY26 Financial Forecast Update through FY30, highlighting a projected FY26 surplus and continued financial stability. Future years reflect conservative revenue estimates, rising expenses, and planned capital projects.
11.4
Approve FY26 Appropriations and Estimated Resources (All Funds) for submission to the Crawford County Auditor
11.5
Approve the following proposal for overnight/ extended student trips as per Exhibit.
Volleyball Overnight: Friendship Cup July 14-16, 2026; Mason, OH
11.6
Accept the following Purpose, Clause and Budget as per Exhibit.
11.7
Rename the following Purpose, Clause and Budget:
Fund 200-9101 from "Coffee Cart" to "Pathways"
11.8
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $165.40
$500 donation from the Robertson family to benefit BES "Carrie-On" Baskets
Bucyrus Elks Lodge #156 for a $4000 donation to the Bucyrus Athletic Department
12.
Discussion
Minutes
The Board held an informational discussion on potential improvements to the athletic facilities, including dugouts and turf infields. General funding considerations and long-term planning were reviewed. No action was taken.
13.
Adjourn
Minutes
Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member
