Meeting Details
August 24, 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 except Jenna Bollinger.
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: 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 |
3.
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 | |||
| 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 presented the August 2026 financial report.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Chad Redmon, 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 |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
CORAS
The Coalition of Ohio Rural and Appalachian Schools
Minutes
The Board discussed joining CORAS to strengthen advocacy for rural school districts at the state level. Mid-Ohio ESC will cover half of the membership cost.
7.2
League of Innovative Schools
Minutes
The Superintendent discussed the district’s selection for the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools and the professional-development and networking opportunities available through membership.
7.3
Ohio State University Marion Research Project
Dr. Chris Daddis - two year longitudinal study on Adolescent psychology
Minutes
The Superintendent presented information about a proposed two-year study of adolescent decision-making. Participation would be voluntary and anonymous, with parent and student consent. No action was taken.
8.
Personnel - Certified Staff
Minutes
Motion carried to approve Items 8.1 through 8.2.
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 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.
8.2
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
George Barbuto, Faculty Manager
Shane Kokensparger, Faculty Manager
Angela Smith, Study Table Tutor
21st Century Grant BES Afterschool Program Co-Coordinators:
Kim Mutchler (Renhill), Robin Showers (Renhill)
21st Century Grant BES Afterschool Program Tutor:
Abbie Adams, Ashton Boyd, Nicole Everhart, Gabrielle Frizzell, Maddie Gahring, Carley Hammers, Amy Hawkins (Renhill), Abbie Klotz, Janet Kohls, Monica Johnson, Jamie Lyons, Josie Lynch, Kim Makeever, Dawn Martin, Mary Ellen Myers, Stephanie Newton, Kenzie Nominee, Tiffany Powers, Shari Shuck, Ashley Vargas Scanu, Ed Warner, Jennifer Weber
9.
Personnel - Classified Staff
Minutes
Motion carried to approve Items 9.1 through 9.7.
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 |
9.1
Approve changes to Renhill Contract of Services, as per Exhibit.
9.2
Approve the following as Classified Subs for the 2026-2027 school year as per Exhibit.
9.3
Approve the following Limited Supplement Contracts as stated and pending certification and completion of all State and Board requirements.
Madalynn Schifer, Middle School Assistant Cross Country Coach
21st Century Grant BES Afterschool Program Aide:
Angie Kohler (Renhill), Amye Nolen (Renhill), Linda Snyder
9.4
Approve FMLA leave for the following:
Connie Welborn, start of school through August 28, 2026 (return to work 8/31/26)
9.5
Employ Nathan Ayyoub as a full time (4 hour) Bus Driver effective date August 17,2026 having completed all State and Board requirements, including a favorable background check, to be paid per the BOSS negotiated agreement.
9.6
Authorize the following as approved van drivers for Bucyrus City Schools:
Kris Knodel
Shane Kokensparger
Diane Kaple
Russ Slanczka
Carl Rittenhour
Matt Feck
9.7
Approve the revised FY27 Central Office Salary Schedules effective 8/1/26 per exhibits.
10.
Business
Minutes
Motion carried to approve Items 10.1 through 10.14.
10.1
Approve the following Tax Policy PO6230.001 for Bucyrus City Schools as per exhibit.
10.2
Approve the Initial FY27 Financial Forecast
Minutes
The Treasurer presented and reviewed the FY27 Initial Financial Forecast with the Board.
10.3
Approve the initial FY27 Appropriations and Estimated Resources (all funds) for submission to the Crawford County Auditor
10.4
Accept the FY26 Commercial Paper and Bankers’ Acceptances Investment Report pursuant to ORC 135.142(C), per Exhibit.
10.5
Approve the following service agreement with River Education Services, INC. - LEAP Program for the 2026-2027 school year, as per exhibits.
10.6
Approve the following Service Agreement with McWatters Consulting LLC for the Bucyrus City Schools' 21st CCLC Grant as per exhibit.
10.7
Approve the following Service Agreement with Makeever & Associates as per exhibit.
Professional Surveying Services To provide a boundary lot split survey for the school board office, Bucyrus, Crawford County, OH.
10.8
Approve the following service agreement with MOESC for SLP Aide Services as per exhibit.
10.9
Approve the districts application and membership to the League of Innovative Schools for the 2026-2027 school year.
$3000 for District Membership
10.10
Approve the Bus Routes for 2026-2027 School Year as per exhibit.
10.11
Approve the following substitute aide rate for Fairway School for the 2026-2027 school year as per exhibit.
10.12
Approve the following Early Completion of Graduation Requirements as per exhibit.
Maggie Marie Van Scoit, with Class of 2026
10.13
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $164.40
Hempy Water donated 1 pallet of bottled water to BHS Wrestling Team
American Plastics Team - Husky Brand Totes to Bucyrus Pathways Program, Bucyrus Wrestling & Bucyrus Cheerleading
10.14
Approve the district's membership in the Coalition of Rural and Appalachian Schools (CORAS) for the 2026-2027 school year.
Mr. Chad Redmon moved and Mrs. Morgan Jones seconded to amend the agenda to add Item 10.14, CORAS membership The motion passed unanimously.
$2,500 for District Membership
11.
Discussion
Minutes
There was no discussion.
12.
Executive Session
Reason: 1) Personnel Matters (ORC 121.22(G)(1))
- To consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official.
Minutes
The Board entered into executive session for the reason stated above.
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
The executive session was adjourned with no action taken.
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 |
14.
Adjourn
Minutes
The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Christa Graves, 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 |
