Meeting Details
May 14, 2015
6:30pm - 9:30pm
3 hr
Big Walnut High School Media Center
Purpose
Big Walnut Board of Education Meeting
1.
OUR MISSION:
The mission of the Big Walnut Local Schools is to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential.
2.
OUR VISION:
In order to realize our mission, we will strive to achieve and maintain our vision of:
- Student-focused, professional, collaborative staff
- Student-focused, challenging and current curriculum
- Supportive, involved and informed community
- Safe, respectful and welcoming environment
3.
DISTRICT GOALS:
- Improve academic achievement
- Improve communication
- Plan for growth (facility plan)
- Financial responsibility
4.
President
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
5.
Roll Call
Minutes
Mrs. Meyer, Mrs. Hess, Dr. Fagan, Mr. Schneider, Mr. Wecker
6.
Approval of Minutes
Review and approve the Board meeting minutes of the April 9, 2015 Regular Board meeting.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
7.
Recognitions
7.1
Meg Hoyles, Big Walnut Elementary, Student of the Month
7.2
Kennedy Walls, Big Walnut High School, Student of the Month
7.3
Alec Evans, Student Board Rep Recognition
7.4
Choir & Band Recognitions
- Ladies Choir - Superior Rating
- Mixed Choir - Excellent Rating
- Concert Band - Excellent Rating
8.
Superintendent Report
8.1
District Goal: Student Academic Achievement
- BWHS Building Presentation
- BWHS CIP Update
8.2
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Congratulations to our Golden Eagle Mentor Recipients
- DACC Update - Jim Hildreth
- Levy
8.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Enrollment Study
- Simon/Tanger Acknowledgement
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Report
- Five Year Forecast and Assumptions
10.
Selected Board Policies
It is recommended the Board adopt the following polices (second reading):
- 1630.01 - FMLA Leave (New - Administration)
- 3430.01 - FMLA Leave (New - Professional Staff)
- 4430.01 - FMLA Leave (New - Classified Staff)
- 2520 - Selection Instructional Materials and Equipment (Revised - Program)
- 3131 - Reduction in Staff (Revised - Professional Staff)
- 5330 - Use of Medications (Revised - Students)
- 5336 - Care of Students with Diabetes (New - Students)
- 8330 - Student Records (Revised - Operations)
- 8660 - Incidental Transportation of Students by Private Vehicle (Revised - Operations)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
11.
School Board Members Items of Interest or Discussion
Minutes
- Madeline Wecker announced that she will be our student rep next year. She gave student update.
- Mrs. Meyer thanked Mr. Mazzi for his 19 years of service to the District and presented him with the news that the fitness trail will be named after him in his honor.
- Dr. Fagan went to Souders for 4th grade musical - also went ot OMEA state performance. Commended students for great performance. She was impressed with Mr. Heck's ability to engage all involved. Insurance committee met and had serious conversations about long term planning to avoid cadillac tax. Shared Dispatch article about the new Amazon data centers. One thing about the article is that 100% of property tax will be abated - felt grateful for 72/25 TIF. Thanked Steve for his service to the district.
- Mr. Wecker stated the FFA has the highest enrollment right now - kids are interested in food and ag science. He was so impressed with families, staff and students support - thank you for passing the levy. He talked about baseball team beating New Albany in 22 innings over 3 days.
- Mr. Schneider mentioned a couple of items related to music program and went through Steve's timeline. He thanked the anonymous donation that helped out in a time of need. He also thanked Jim Hildreth for updating board on Career Center and thanked all volunteers for help with levy.
- Mrs. Hess thanked Liana for all the work she did on the levy. She discussed honors night at HS - BW Education Foundation reviewd scholarship applications. Exciting to see where students are going. Gave out around $85,000 to outgoing seniors and students already in college. She stated it has been great getting to know Steve over the last year.
- Mrs. Meyer took the opportunity to thank Liana and committee - cannot say enough. Allison and Jim can speak to what this meeting may have looked like if the levy had not passed. She announced the baseball team won!
12.
Public Participation
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purposal of conducting the School District's business and is not considered a public community meeting. This is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated in the agenda. (Please reference criteria for Public Participation attached to the agenda.)
- Scheduled
- Non-Scheduled
Minutes
- Mr. Jim Hildreth roasted Steve Mazzi.
- Liana Lee thanked volunteers, they visited 3,000 homes, made over 1,500 phone calls and facebook reached over 16,000 people.
13.
New Business
13.1
It is recommended the Board approve the 5 Year Forecast and Assumptions for May FY2015.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.2
It is recommended the Board approve the 2015 Semi Annual Bond payment:
- BNY Mellon - 176,016.32 - Interest 2014 Bond Refunding
- BNY Mellon - 107,981.25 - Interest 2012 Bond Refunding
- BNY Mellon - 225,006.88 - Interest 2009 School Facilities Construction Bonds - 2009
- BNY Mellon - 70,537.50 - Interest Quality School Construction Bond - 2009
- Huntington - 30,015.00 - Interest Quality School Construction Bond - 2004
- Total $609,691.25
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.3
It is recommended the Board approve the META Solutions - District Internet Access Agreement, effective July 1, 2015 through June 20, 2016 (Qualifies for E-Rate Refund).
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.4
It is recommended the Board adopt the Resolution Authorizing 2015/2016 Membership in Ohio High School Athletic Association.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.5
It is recommended the Board approve the 2014/2015 graduating students from Big Walnut High School on May 23, 2015:
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.6
It is recommended the Board adopt the following Memorandum of Understanding between The Big Walnut Local Schools Board of Education and the Big Walnut Professional Support Staff Association:
Minutes
motion consent vote 13.6 through 13.8
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.7
It is recommended the Board approve the Negotiated Agreement between the Big Walnut Local School District Board of Education and OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO and it's Local #524, Effective July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2017.
Minutes
consent vote taken on 13.6
13.8
It is recommended the Board approve the Negotiated Agreement between the Big Walnut Local School District Board of Education and OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO and it's Local #696, effective July 1, 2015-June 30, 2017.
Minutes
consent vote taken on 13.6
13.9
It is recommended the Board approve the following high school curriculum change starting with the 2015/2016 school year:
- English 12 course will be extended from a semester course to a year-long course
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.10
It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic supplemental contracts for head coaches for the 2015/2016 school year:
- Ron Lehman, Volleyball, group 2, step11
- Ryan Balaz, Girls Tennis, group 3, step 7
- Drew Pitzer, Girls Soccer, group 2, step 3
- Tyler DeLorenzo, Boys Soccer, group 2, step 0
- Chuck Workman, Golf, group 3 , step 11
- Kevin Lewis, Cross Country, group 3, step 11
- Joe Weaver, Football, group 1, step 11
- Steve Palmer, Girls Basketball, group 1, step 11
- Savannah Brown, Cheerleading, group 2, step 6
- Misty Lloyd-Matthews, Gymnastics, group 3, step 3
- Luke Moore, Wrestling, group 2, step 11
- Katrina Hartings, Bowling, group 3, step 3
Minutes
motion for consent 13.10 through 13.24
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.11
It is recommended the Board accept the following resignations:
- Donald Hinkle, First Shift Custodian, Big Walnut Middle School, effective May 31, 2015 - due to retirement
- Jeffrey Aisel, Teaching Assistant / Bus Aide, effective April 30, 2015
- Michael Smith, Chemistry & Physics Teacher, Big Walnut High School, effective May 31, 2015 - due to retirement
- Elizabeth Neely, Genoa Christian Academy, effective May 29, 2015
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.12
It is recommended the Board approve payment to the following Mentors for the 2014/2015 school year:
Mentors to Resident Educator Teachers ($1,500 each – one mentee)
Keri Kotchounian
Mike Ruark
Lisa Shaw
Mentors to Resident Educator Teachers ($2,500 each – multiple mentees)
Leslie Cannell
Rhonda Corven
Ginna Crawford
Katie Grijak
Amy Kessler
Christina McDonough
Shannon Mignogno
Susan Monfort
Mendi Priestas
Laura Wood
Building Guide Mentors ($250 each)
Jessica Amodio
Sarah Badger
Mandy Bailey
Erin Barr
Scott Bowden
Tonya Carter
Erin Erjavec
Rob Firchau
Trisha Hilton
Danielle LaSota
Kari Thomas
Patty Thompson
Scott VonAlmen
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.13
It is recommended the Board approve the following stipends for the 2014/2015 school year:
Pre-K Curriculum Committee ($500 each)
Lauren Marter
Sarah Nealon
Awny Hemingway
Elementary Math Curriculum Committee ($500 each)
Jen Horman
Erin Erjavec
Shannon Mignogno
Maria Tarney
Kori Rigo
Jen Valentik
Brittany Moser
Karlie Zak
Cathy Griffis
Lisa Shaw
Elizabeth Yousey
Megan Williamson(to be paid after Aug 1)
Kelsie Zak
Angie Keller
Heather Smith
Kristina Collins
Milea Sarap
Beth Heizer
Roberta DiVito
Amy Eikenberry(to be paid after Aug 1)
Big Walnut Track Invitational (paid from Athletic Fund)
Joe Weaver, Meet Manager, $250
Wayne Thompson, Announcer, $100
Gary Miller, Clerk, $100
Mendi Priestas, Check-In, $75
Melissa Eckelbarger, Awards, $75
Eagle Relays (paid from Athletic Fund)
Dave Ishler, Meet Manager, $350
Washington DC Trip
Kelly Robinson, Coordinator, $500
Laura Conley, Chaperone, $450
Lynn Elder, Chaperone, $450
Amanda Isganitis, Chaperone, $450
Mohican Trip
Mike Wion, Coordinator, $500
Jason Crawford, Coordinator, $500
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.14
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year contract for the following certified staff, effective the 2015/2016 school year:
- Robin Durrough, 2nd Grade Teacher, General Rosecrans Elementary School, MA step 2
- Amy Eikenberry, 4th Grade Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary School, BA step 3
- Amy Mix, 2nd Grade Teacher, General Rosecrans Elementary School, MA15 step 5
- Megan Williamson, 2nd Grade Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary School, BA15 step 5
- Renee Wodzinski, Kindergarten Teacher, General Rosecrans Elementary School, MA step 5
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.15
It is recommended the Board approve a three-year 260-day Administrative Level I contract for Mark Cooper, Assistant Superintendent, $95,000 annual salary, fifteen (15) extended days to be used prior to contract effective day of August 1, 2015.
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.16
It is recommended the Board approve a two-year 215-day Administrative Level I contract for Andrew J. (AJ) Hoffman, Principal, Hylen Souders Elementary School, $72,000.00 annual salary, effective August 1, 2015.
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.17
It is recommended the Board approve a two-year, 215-day Administrative Level I contract for Robin Keating, Principal, Big Walnut Elementary School, $72,000.00 annual salary, effective August 1, 2015.
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.18
It is recommended the Board approve ten (10) extended days for Jen Young, Director of Academic Achievement, to be used prior to August 1, 2015.
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.19
It is recommended the Board approve a balance of the year contract for Kevin O'Quin, 3rd shift custodian, BWHS, for the remainder of the 2014/2015 school year, 90-day probationary contract is complete.
Minutes
vote for 13.10
13.20
It is recommended the Board approve the following Administrative Level I contracts, effective August 1, 2015:
- Ron McClure, Director of Administrative Services, two-year (retire/rehire)
- Ryan McLane, Principal, Big Walnut Intermediate School, three-year
- Lynn Starner, Assistant Treasurer, three-year
- Jeff Jones, Principal, Big Walnut High School, one-year
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.21
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year contract to the following classified staff:
Borchers, Gerlinde (mail route)
Coletta, Dawna
Hamilton, Michael
Isganitis, Amanda
Kreager, Stephanie
McDermott, Michelle
Morehart, Mary
Nance, Christine
O'Quin, Kevin
Pallone, Mindi
Palmer, Steve
Piper, Teresa
Posey, Shelly
Shumaker, Tina
Stanley, Katie
Young, Melinda
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.22
It is recommended the Board approve a two-year contract to the following classified staff:
Albright, Joseph
Beyer, Valerie
Coffee, Chuck
Curren, Jay
Hall, Gene (retire/rehire)
Jennings, Bruce
McKee, Jamie
Mudd, Joseph
Pallone, Heidi
Phillips, Sharlena
Reida, Teresa
Woodard, Chad
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.23
It is recommended the Board approve a continuing contract for the following classified staff:
Boehm, Dawn
Collier, Mistie
Dickson, Travis
Hamilton, Mike
Lehman, Sally
Rice, Cassandra
Roy, Mauria
Schenz, Kimberly
Schubert, Janice
Totten, Tammy
Minutes
vote for 13.10
13.24
It is recommended the Board approve Steve Butler as an Administrative Substitute at a daily rate of $125.00 for the period of April 29 through May 22, 2015.
Minutes
vote in 13.10
13.25
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- BWHS Cheerleaders, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University Cheer Camp, July 27-29, 2015
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
13.26
It is recommended the Board accept the following donations:
- Large bell donated to Big Walnut Middle School, donated by Matt Spangler
- $126.00 donated to Hylen Souders Elementary School, donated by Morgan Stanley-Annual Appeal (SOU Principal Fund #018-9004)
- $385.00 donated to Big Walnut High School Eagles First Flight, donated by Wendy's (BWHS Principal Fund #018-9001)
- Two gift certificates ($20 each) for blade or saw sharpening & two hats to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Voss Brothers (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- Three gift certificates for one large pizza for Big Walnut FFA, donated by MJ's Feed & Beverage (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- Tractor sprinkler donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Tractor Supply Co. (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $1,000 donated to Big Walnut Local Schools, donated by Sunbury Galena Rotary ($142.86 in each budget: BWHS Principal Fund #018-9001; BWMS SOAR 001-2173; HSE Principal Fund 018-9003; SOU Principal Fund #018-9004; BWE Principal Fund #018-9005; GRE Principal Fund #018-9008; BWIS Principal Fund 018-9011)
- Two $25 gift certificates & a $50 table sponsor donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Fracasso's Village Pizza (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $30 gift certificate donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Long Branch (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $40 gift certificate donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Sun Berry Tanning (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $26 gift card donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Sunbury Great Clips (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- Four free 6 inch sub tickets donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Subway (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- T-Shirt donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Olive Green Cycle Works (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $50 table sponsor donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Jim Hildreth American Family Insurance (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $50 table sponsor donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Ohio Precision Ag. (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $50 table sponsor donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by First Priority Equine Rescue (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
- $50 table sponsor donated to Big Walnut FFA, donated by Double H Farm (BWHS FFA #200-9330)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
14.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Board Meeting:
June 11, 2015
6:30 P.M.
Big Walnut High School, Media Center
15.
Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment of a public employee, to consider the purchase of property for public purposes and to discuss confidential information related to negotiations with other political subdivisions.
Minutes
Do not anticipate any further action following executive session - will take a 5 minute recess.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
16.
Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
Exit Executive Session, reconvene and Adjourn at 11:40 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X |
