Meeting Details
June 22, 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 5:31 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.
Approval of Board 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
There was no public participation for agenda items.
5.
Public Participation (Any Topic)
Minutes
There was no public participation.
6.
Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
Minutes
The Treasurer reported that financial results remain in line with the Five-Year Forecast. As of the meeting date, revenues exceeded expenditures by approximately $450,000, compared to the forecasted year-end difference of approximately $110,000. Final results remain dependent on the closeout of outstanding purchase orders. No unusual items were reported this month.
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 |
7.
Superintendent's Report
Minutes
The Superintendent reviewed the annual communication survey results from Allerton Hill, which reflected strong overall satisfaction with district communications while identifying areas for continued improvement at the secondary level. The semi-annual bullying report was presented, showing 17 substantiated incidents of harassment, intimidation, or bullying during the school year. The Superintendent also discussed plans for minor renovations at the Central Office to create additional office and meeting space, including space for Crawford County Mentors.
7.1
Bullying Report
8.
Personnel - Certified Staff
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 |
8.1
Authorize the annual non-renewal of all remaining certified one-year supplemental contracts for the 2025-2026 school year.
8.2
Approve the following new teacher contract, as stated beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, as per approved salary schedule, pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Lesley Hayman - BES PK-5 STEM Teacher
McKenzie Stimmell - BES 5th Grade Social Studies & ELA
8.3
Approve the following teacher contract renewals, as recommended beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, as per approved salary schedule, pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
One Year Limited Teaching Contract:
Landry Amstutz, Angela Cassady, Cameron Cutrone, Elizabeth Derr, Jewels Flach, Gabrielle Frizzell, Carley Hammers, Thaddeus Hensel, Page Hensley, Abbie Higinbotham, Abbie Klotz, Max Morris, Jennifer Smith, Jason Staten, Lauren Wetzel
Two Year Limited Teaching Contract:
Jade Acker, Nicole Everhart, Madalyn Gahring, Helen Sitko, Angela Smith, Kelly Stine
Three Year Limited Teaching Contract:
George Barbuto, Lisa Blizzard, Brent Carpenter, Matthew Feck, Katie Leightey, Amy Plumley, Tiffany Powers, Valerie Richardson, Danica Schifer
Continuing Contract:
Shari Shuck, Ashley Vargas Scanu, Edward Warner
8.4
Approve the clarification of the salary schedules to include 2027-2028 Contract Years as per exhibits.
Singh
Blackstone
8.5
Approve the following limited supplemental contracts:
Jade Acker, RESA Coordinator; Middle School Volleyball Assistant Coach; E-Sports Co-Advisor
Landry Amstutz, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
George Barbuto, Home Instruction Tutor
Aubrey Brause, Teacher Leader–Intervention Specialists
Deb Breidenbach, Up to 20 Extended Days (as determined by building principal)
Brent Carpenter, Middle School Band–Marching & Concert; High School Band—Marching, Concert & Pep
Allie Chandler, Teacher Leader–KG
Cameron Cutrone, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Kaitlyn Dunfee, High School Show Choir Co-Advisor, Middle School Show Choir Co-Advisor, Drama Advisor, High School & Middle School Choir
Matt Feck, Art Club Advisor
Nancy Fischer, Teacher Leader; Quiz Team Advisor
Jewels Flach, Teacher Leader
Gabrielle Frizzell, Teacher Leader–4th Grade
Kristine Fourman, Teacher Leader–PK
Bethany Guinther, Teacher Leader; Middle School Student Council Advisor
Terra Hamm, RESA Teacher Mentor (A.Higinbotham Year 2); Teacher Leader
Roxy Hunt, High School Student Council Co-Advisor
Nick Kohler, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Shane Kokensparger, Head Varsity Wrestling Coach; Freshman Class Co-Advisor; Sophomore Class Co-Advisor; Junior Class Co-Advisor; Prom Co-Advisor
Kim Long, Girls’ Boosters Advisor; Teacher Leader
Josephine Lynch, Teacher Leader–Title
Dawn Martin, Teacher Leader—3rd Grade; RESA Teacher Mentor (P.Hensley Year 2); RESA Teacher Mentor (M.Morris Year 2)
Max Morris, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Amy Plumley, Teacher Leader
Paige Pond, 20 Extended Days-Guidance Counselor; Senior Class Advisor
Lori Rager, RESA Teacher Mentor (A.Klotz Year 2); RESA Teacher Mentor (C.Hammers Year 2); Teacher Leader—2nd Grade
Ann Shanda, Teacher Leader; Interact Advisor; National Honor Society Advisor; Drama Assistant; RESA Teacher Mentor (C.Cutorone Year 2)
Katie Spaniel, Teacher Leader; RESA Teacher Mentor (M.Stillwell Year 2); RESA Teacher Mentor (E.Derr Year 2)
Jason Staten, Teacher Leader; Science Club Advisor; E-Sports Co-Advisor; High School Student Council Co-Advisor
Shaun Teynor, Thursday School Monitor
Erika Warnke, Teacher Leader–Specials
Jen Weber, Teacher Leader—1st Grade
Lauren Wetzel, 10 Extended Days (up to 20 total) - Guidance Counselor
8.6
Employ Ashlee Watkins as School Nurse (BSS), effective August 12, 2026 pending completion of all State and Board requirements, including a favorable background check, to be paid per the School Nurse salary schedule as per exhibit.
9.
Personnel - Classified 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 as per exhibit.
Aaron Weisenauer, 2026-2027 Head Varsity Golf Coach
9.2
Authorize the annual non-renewal of all remaining classified one-year supplemental contracts for the 2025-20256 school year.
9.3
Approve Employee Status Change for the following:
Alisha Hollis from 3hr Food Service Assistant to 8 hour Custodian at BES, effective June 1, 2026
9.4
Approve the following limited supplemental contracts:
Curtis Ashley, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Kim Boyd, Head Varsity Cheer Coach – Winter; Freshman Class Co-Advisor; Sophomore Class Co-Advisor; Junior Class Co-Advisor; Prom Co-Advisor; Pep/Spirit Club Advisor
Diane Kaple, Head Varsity Bowling Coach; Yearbook Advisor
Tonya Kimmel, Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach
Kelsey May, Assistant Varsity Cheer Coach—Fall
Debbie Moore, Transportation Coordinator (2026-2027 & 2027-2028)
Hayden Morse, Volunteer Football Coach
Danielle Rebon, Middle School Show Choir Co-Advisor; Percussion Advisor
Karolyn Rebon, High School Show Choir Co-Advisor; Accompanist
Brian Seybert, Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach; Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Russ Slanczka, Assistant Varsity Football Coach; Athletic Manager (Middle School)
Julia Smith, Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach
Chris Stake, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Kayleigh Stine, Middle School Assistant Football Coach
Josh Stratton, Assistant Varsity Football Coach
9.5
Approve FMLA leave for the following:
Kala Brogan leave July 27, 2026-September 8, 2026 (estimated 6 weeks)
10.
Business
Minutes
Items 10.1 and 10.3 through 10.14 were approved.
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 |
10.1
Approve the following reports for submission to the Crawford County Auditor in Accordance with the Ohio Revised Code, as per Exhibits
10.2
Renew the agreement with Allerton Hill Communications for comprehensive communications consulting services for $5,500 per month from June 1,2026 through May 31, 2027, as per exhibit.
Minutes
Mrs. Christa Graves moved and Ms. Jenna Bollinger seconded the motion to remove Item 10.2 from the consent agenda and consider it separately under Item 11.
Roll Call:
Mr. Randy Blankenship - Yes
Mrs. Christa Graves - Yes
Mrs. Morgan Jones - Yes
Ms. Jenna Bollinger - Yes
Mr. Chad Redmon - Yes
Motion carried.
10.3
Approve the Municipal Advisory Services Agreement with Rockmill Financial Consulting, LLC for Financing Services Related to District Facilities Projects as per exhibit.
10.4
Approve the following Licencing Agreement for NEOLA and designate selection of services and payment options as per exhibit.
PACKAGE 1: Bylaws, Policies, and Administrative Guidelines Development
Option #1 - Standary Payment $36,500.00 due and payable within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice from Neola following execution of this License Agreement.
Option #2 - Extended Payment $36,500.00 in two (2) installments according to the following schedule:
- $18,250.00 due and payable within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice
- $18,250.00 at twelve (12) months after the execution of this Agreement.
-OR-
PACKAGE 2: Bylaws and Policies Development
Option #1 - Standard Payment $22,000.00 due and payable within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice from Neola following execution of this License Agreement.
Option #2 - Extended Payment $22,000.00 in two (2) installments according to the following schedule:
- $11,000.00 due and payable within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice
- $11,000.00 at twelve (12) months after the execution of this Agreement.
Minutes
The Board approved Package 1, Bylaws, Policies, and Administrative Guidelines Development.
10.5
Approve The Ohio School Plan ad the district's insurance carrier effective 7/1/26-6/30/27 as per exhibits.
10.6
Approve the Title IX Services Consulting Agreement with MOESC for August 1, 2026 and ending on July 31, 2027 as per exhibit.
10.7
Approve the renewal of the Agreement for Preschool Coordination Services with Robin Showers for the 2026-2027 school year as per exhibit.
10.8
Approve the updated rates for Education Program services for students court placed at both the Juvenile Residential Center of Northwest Ohio (JRCNWO) and the Wood County Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) for 2026-2027 as per exhibit.
10.9
Approve the following contract for the Bucyrus Secondary School 2026-2027 school year with Marco Photography as per exhibit.
10.10
Approve the following updates to student handbooks as per exhibits.
10.11
Approve the following Budget Purpose Statements for the 2026-2027 school year as per exhibits.
High School Pathways
Diner 104
Middle School Student Council
Interact
Science Club
Girls' Boosters
Student Council (High School)
Quiz Team
Class of 2027
Benevolence Fund
High School Choir
High School Speech & Drama
High School Players (Show Choir)
10.12
Approve the following Proposal for Overnight/ Extended Student Trip as per exhibit.
High School Show Choir (Players) Summer Camp - July 13-17, 2026 (Overnight at BSS July 16-17)
10.13
Approve the following Proposal for Overnight/ Extended Student Trip as per exhibit.
BHS Band Camp - July 20-24, 2026 at Camp Lancaster
10.14
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $165.40
Academic Booster Scholarship - Amvets Donation $578.85
11.
Renew the agreement with Allerton Hill Communications for comprehensive communications consulting services for $5,500 per month from June 1,2026 through May 31, 2027, as per exhibit.
Minutes
Motion Passed.
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 |
12.
Discussion
Minutes
There was no discussion.
13.
Adjourn
Minutes
The meeting was adjourned at 6:03 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 |
