Meeting Details
January 21, 2016
6:30pm - 9:30pm
3 hr
Big Walnut High School Media Center
Purpose
Regular Board 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
6.
15-162 Minutes
It is recommended the Board review and approves the minutes from the December 10, 2015 regular 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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Technology Update - Mark Cooper & Jen Young
- Board Member Oath
Minutes
- Mrs. Young announced the District will start the one-on-one chromebook distribution for students at the HS level begins next week. The goal is to add grades 5-8 next year.
- Ms. Day administered the oath to Mrs. Mindy Meyer as board president on January 11, 2016 and Mr. Andy Wecker as board vice president on January 15, 2016.
7.2
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Central Office Update
Minutes
- The District purchased the new central office building. A request for contractor proposal will be issued soon and the goal is to be in the new building in late July.
7.3
District Goal: Student Academic Achievement
- Big Walnut Middle School Building Presentation
- Big Walnut Middle School CIP Update
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
- OSBA School Board Recognition
Minutes
- The BWMS presentation showed the transformation of the Library/Media center to the new Learning Center, which is an extension of the classroom.
- Mrs. Pollock explained that the new Learning Center and Innovation Center was made possible by a donation from an anonymous donor to the Delaware County Education Foundation.
- Mr. Andy Jados talked about the transformation of the HS Library to the new Innovation Center. Mr. Jados also thanked the Delaware Education Foundation and the anonymous donor.
- The high school will offer college credit courses next year. Students can earn credits that will transfer to any Ohio College.
- The District will be reducing all-day kindergarten fees for next year by $25 a month - the rate will now be $225.
- Mrs. Pollock thanked the Board for the time they put in to govern the District. It is National School Board Recognition Month. She presented each board member with a certificate.
8.
Recognitions
- Ella Erwine, Student of the Month, Big Walnut Elementary School - Mr. Schneider
- Cam Edwards, Student of the Month, Big Walnut Middle School - Mrs. Hess
- Ethan Hale, Football D2 All Ohio First Team - Mrs. Hess
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financials
- 2nd Quarter Update
10.
Selected Board Policy
10.1
.
First reading of revised board policies:
- 7510 Use of District Premises (Property)
- 8400 School Safety (Operations)
11.
Board Members Items of Interest or Discussion
Minutes
- Ms. Wecker shared that the Principal Leadership Team includes 30 students chosen by teachers. The team plans to begin a hall of fame. Big Walnut will host business competition award program.
- Dr. Fagan thanked community members that are volunteering time on Economic Development Committee and Facilities Committee. The District Science Fair is in February, she thanked Mr. Walley and Linda Martin for making it happen.
- Mr. Wecker also thanked the committees. The governing team will do what we can, but he feels confident in the 40 members with experience in the field. He is excited about the one-on-one rollout of chromebooks, he is looking forward to see how it will be reflect assessments.
- Mr. Schneider echoed the thanks to the committees. One thing interesting in a lot of the comments is the talk about traffic and congestion at HS, especially in the morning. He wants to say KUDO's to students, most of the crazy things he sees on the road in the morning are not by students. He invited everyone to attend BWE Pirate Math night.
- Mrs. Hess has tickets available for BWEF Superbowl Party at Big Walnut Grill. It was a great time and turnout last year. All proceeds go to Education Foundation for BW students and a teaching grant for a BW teacher. Tickets are also available at BW Grill, each school office and the distict admin office.
- Mrs. Meyer had an opportunity to go to Mrs. Robinson's class, it was nice to interact with the kids. She appreciated the invitiation. She also wanted to report on an article she read "Turning the Tide". The article states that colleges are starting to look at the entire package of a student not just test scores. Research demonstrates that a standardized test is a good measure of family income and background, not a well rounded student. Colleges are starting to look at community service and peformance of the student. In light of this, the PARCC and assessments that Andy spoke about - she just wonders when the state is going to figure this out?
12.
Public Participation
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose 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 Participating attached to the agenda.)
- Scheduled
- Non-Scheduled
Minutes
- No scheduled public participation
- No non-scheduled public participation
13.
Business Item
13.1
15-163
It is recommended the Board approve the amended five year forecast.
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan moved for consent on 13.1 - 13.2 - Mrs. Hess seconded - VOTE RECORDED FOR CONSENT ON 13.1
- Mrs. Meyer moved to postpone 13.1 and 13.2 until the February meeting - Dr. Fagan seconded
Result: Tabled
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve the amended Appropriations.
Minutes
- Tabled until February meeting - item 13.1 motion 15-163
13.3
15-164
It is recommended the Board approve the transfer of $1,000,000 from the General Fund (001) to the Permanent Improvement Fund(003).
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.4
15-165
It is recommended that the Board approve a correction to the original contract between Big Walnut LSD and Blue Chip 2000 (BWMS coating of floors).
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.5
15-166
It is recommended the Board approve the district calendar for school year 2016/2017 and 2017/2018.
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.6
15-167
It is recommended the Board accept the following donations:
- $100 donated to Big Walnut Middle School Art Department, donated by Sunbury Lions Club (018-9002 BWMS Principal Fund)
- $77.24 donated to Big Walnut High School, donated by Kroger (200-9680 BWHS Yearbook Fund)
- $500 donated to Big Walnut High School Renaissance Program, donated by Sunbury Lions Club (300-9001 BWHS Renaissance)
- $265 donated to Big Walnut Middle School, donated by BWMS PTO (018-9002 BWMS Principal Fund)
- $264 donated to Big Walnut Middle School Student Council, donated by BWMS PTO (200-9612 BWMS Student Council)
- $500 donated to Big Walnut High School Challenge Day, donated Sunbury Lions Club (200-9271 BWHS Challenge Day)
- $750 donated to Big Walnut Middle School SOAR, donated by Big Walnut Education Foundation (018-9002 BMWS Principal Fund)
- $150 donated to Big Walnut Middle School SOAR, donated by Brady Hicks (018-9002 BWMS Principal Fund)
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.7
15-168
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- Big Walnut High School Choir & Band, Disney Performing Arts, Orlando, Florida, November 26-30 (or December 1), 2016
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.8
15-169
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution Declaring Transportation to be Impractical for Certain Identified Schools.
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
14.
Human Resource Items
14.1
15-170
It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic supplementals, pending receipt of background checks and all necessary documentation, for the 2015/2016 school y ear.
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan motioned to consent 14.1-14.5 inclusive
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve Shabonne Grimm as a Drama Volunteer, pending receipt of background checks and all necessary documentation, effective the 2015/2016 school year.
Minutes
- consent in 14.1 motion15-170
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve the transfer of accumulated sick leave days (in excess of the 120 days, per Policy) for Andy Jados, Principal Big Walnut High School, 117.4 days.
Minutes
- consent in 14.1 motion 15-170
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve the increase in hours for Mary Anne Morehart, Genoa Christian Academy, NPSS Clerk, from 3 hours to 4 hours per day, effective July 1, 2015.
Minutes
- consent in 14.1 motion 15-170
14.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following Memorandum of Understandings:
- OAPSE 696 & 524 Leave of Absence
- BWPSS Leave Provisions
Minutes
- consent in 14.1 motion 15-170
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Board Meeting:
February 18, 2016
6:30 P.M.
Big Walnut High School, Media Center
16.
Executive Session
16.1
15-171
It is recommended the Board enter executive session to consider the employment of a public employee or official.
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
17.
Adjourn
17.1
15-172
It is recommended the Board exit executive session and the meeting adjourns.
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 | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
