Regular Board Meeting

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

3. Approval of Board Minutes

 

 

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

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
Lisa Thoman-Cha

 

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

7. Superintendent's Report
Robert A. Britton

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

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.

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board Member X 
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX  

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

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Randy Blankenship, PresidentX  
Mrs. Christa Graves, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Morgan Jones, Board MemberX  
Ms. Jenna Bollinger, Board MemberX  
Mr. Chad Redmon, Board MemberX