Meeting Details
May 19, 2016
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Big Walnut High School, Media/Innovation 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
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan was not in attendance.
5.
Roll Call
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
6.
15-207 Minutes
It is recommended the Board review and approve the minutes from the April 21, 2016 Regular Board Meeting and the May 5, 2016 Special Work Session.
Minutes
- On the April 21, 2016 minutes, the student recognition was presented by Mr. Brad Schneider, not Dr. Allison Fagan.
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 | ||
| 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
- Congratulations to the Golden Eagle Mentor Recipients
7.2
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Central Office Update
- Special Needs Resolution for Bond- Mrs. Becky Princehorn, Bricker and Eckler
Minutes
- Mrs. Pollock introduced Becky Princehorn (Bricker and Eckler) - she explained the purpose of the Bond Resolution which will be presented to the Board tonight. The state has regulations concerning debt limitation; they have laws that are very old. Two items in the resolution: 1 - seeking state consent; 2 - requesting special needs status.
7.3
District Goal: Student Academic Achievement
- Big Walnut Elementary Building Presentation & CIP Update
- Academic Update
8.
Recognitions
- Garrett Stover, Big Walnut Elementary Student of the Month - Mr. Brad Schneider
- BW Ladies Choir - Mrs. Nicci Hess
- BW Wind Ensemble - Mrs. Nicci Hess
- State Science Fair - Mr. Andy Wecker
- Madelyn Wecker, Board Student of the Month - Mrs. Mindy Meyer
9.
Treasurer's Report
- Monthly Report
- Five Year Forecast and Assumptions
10.
Selected Board Policy
First reading of the following revised policies:
- 1432 Sick Leave (Administration)
- 3432 Sick Leave (Professional Staff)
- 4432 Sick Leave (Classified Staff)
Minutes
- Mrs. Pollock explained that the revisions bring the policies to meet current statute and to match our negotiated agreements.
11.
Board Members Items of Interest or Discussion
Minutes
- Ms. Wecker reported 48 hours and 5 minutes until commencement.
- Mr. Schneider wished BWIS good luck with Teach Like a Pirate Day tomorrow. On the development side of things it has been a good month with townships and villages. He appreciates ongoing cooperation with everyone.
- Mrs. Hess thanked Mrs. Pollock, Mr. Cooper and Ms. Eyerman for all of the forums. A great deal of time and preparation went into them. They were well attended and a lot of community interaction took place. She had community members thanking her for proviiding them the information. She also thanked all teachers and administrators for a great school year.
- Mr. Wecker thanked maintenance staff, in advance, for the preperation for graduation and for senior night-painting of the numbers- that was awfully nice. The spring MS concert was great. The 7th grade band scored a 1 overall during competitions. He shared that 41% of MS students participated in sports with an average cum GPA of 3.1. Prom promise was this past month - thanks to drama club for re-enactment and the first responders.
- Mrs. Meyer is looking forward to graduation, she is hoping for good weather. She shared that the younger students are having field day while the older students will be taking exams next week. She stated that the central office staff does not get down time and the move adds to an already busy summer. She was so "wowed" by the science fair kids - they were amazing and awesome. Very proud of them.
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 Participation, which is attached to the agenda.)
- Scheduled
- Non-Scheduled
Minutes
- scheduled participation - none
- non scheduled participation - Lenny Leopold announced he forgot to mention in the paper that baseball went D1 this year
13.
Business Items
13.1
15-208
It is recommended the Board adopt the Resolution Requesting State Consents to Issue Bonds of the School District in an Amount not to Exceed $135,000,000 and to Submit Question of Such Issuance to the Electors.
Minutes
- Mr. Schneider thanked the committees and recognized the work that TRIAD did on the project. He stated he was involved in over 15 meetings and there were even more meetings the committee worked through. He thanked the community members that participated in the public forums. It was a very educational process. It was enlightening to see and hear other people that have different backgrounds and views throughout the district. Being an active member of the committee, he is confident that they did their due diligence to come to this point. He did not hear one person that stated this was not something that was needed. No one likes to consider adding on to what we are paying - like it or hate it - 75% of our funding comes from local sources. He does not think it is fair or right, but it is the situation we have been handed. He is comfortable that we have done the work needed to put this into place.
- Mrs. Hess feels comfortable that we have vetted out this process and done everything we could to be sure this is in the best interest of the district. She quoted Steve Mazzi "we cannot put up a no vacancy sign". Kudos to administration and all involved in making sure the decision is what is in the best interest of students.
- Mrs. Meyer shared that it really struck her when Bob Kuederle shared that even if we start today, we are still behind. She is confident in Tracy Healy and her numbers, the work of committee and administration, and the countless hours dedicated. She is so happy we have so many engaged community members. As Mr. Schneider said - like it or hate it - it doesn't matter, we don't get a choice. We don't have a lot of choices - like Ms. Princehorn said tonight; this is the lowest cost way to do this. If people despise this, legislatures need to hear from us. We can only operate in the parameters we have. The job of the Board is to do the best they can for the kids in our district.
- Mrs. Meyer read a statement from Dr. Fagan which stated that she has participated in the committee as well. She does not want taxes to go up but she does want to insure that the decision is in the best interest of our students. She is in favor of moving forward toward a bond issue.
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 | ||
| 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
15-209
It is recommended the Board approve the 5 Year Forecast and Assumptions for May FY2016.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.3
15-210
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 | ||
| 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
15-211
It is recommended the Board approve the 2016 Semi-Annual Bond payment:
- BNY Mellon - $95,406.88 - 2009 School Improv #BIGWAL09
- BNY Mellon - $64,927.50 - 2009 School Improv #BWWAQSCB09D
- BNY Mellon - $102,931.25 - 2012 Refunding #BIGWAL12
- BNY Mellon - $183,978.13 - 2014 refunding #BIGWAL14
- Huntington - $148,875 - 2015 Refunding #BIGWALNLS15
- Total $596,118.76
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | 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
15-212
It is recommended the Board approve the following 2016/2017 handbooks:
- Big Walnut PreK-6
- Big Walnut Middle School
- Big Walnut High School
- Big Walnut Athletic
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker moved, Mr. Schneider seconded to consent items 13.5 & 13.6.
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 | ||
| 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
.
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution Authorizing Continued Membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association for the 2016/2017 School Year.
Minutes
- vote on 13.5, motion 15-112
13.7
15-113
It is recommended the Board approve the 2015/2016 graduating students from Big Walnut High School on May 21, 2016
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 | ||
| 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
15-114
It is recommended the Board approve the following donations:
- $100 donated to BWHS Challenge Day, donated by Nancy Garrbrant (200-9271 BWHS Challenge Day)
- Standing desks donated to BWIS, donated by GPD Group
- $124.80 donated to BWE, donated by Kathy Huff
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
13.9
15-115
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trips:
- BWHS Football, Ashland University Team Football Camp, June 13-14, 2016
- AP Environmental Science, Bowling Green University, June 12-14, 2016
- BWHS Wrestling, Wrestling Camp, Earlham College - Richmond, IN, June 27-30, 2016
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 | ||
| 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
15-116
It is recommended the Board adopt the Negotiated Agreement between The Big Walnut Local School District Board of Education and the Big Walnut Professional Support Staff Association, effective July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019.
Minutes
- Mrs. Pollock thanked the support staff negotiation team and those on our team for the smoothest negotiations she has ever been through.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | 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
15-117
It is recommended the Board accept the following resignations:
- Amy Palmer, Educational Assistant, General Rosecrans Elementary, effective at the end of the 2015/2016 school year
- Larry Bell, Custodian, Harrison Street Elementary, effective May 31, 2016, due to retirement
- Tara Lax, Intervention Specialist, General Rosecrans Elementary, effective at the end of the 2015/2016 school year
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, seconded by Mrs. Hess to consent items 14.2 - 14.8.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year contract for the following certified staff, effective the 2016/2017 school year:
- Taylor Leonard, Big Walnut Middle School Music Teacher, BA30 step 1
- Megan Massingill, Big Walnut Intermediate School 6th Grade Science Teacher, BA step 0
- Natalie Siclair, Hylen Souders Elementary STEM Teacher, MA step 5
Minutes
- vote on 14.2, motion 15-117
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following classified contracts:
Minutes
- vote on 14.2, motion 15-117
14.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following stipends for the 2015/2016 school year:
Washington DC Trip
Kelly Robinson, Coordinator, $500
Laura Conley, Chaperone, $450
Lynn Elder, Chaperone, $450
Amanda Isganitis, Chaperone, $450
Kriste Martin, Chaperone, $450
Outdoor School Trip
Mike Wion, Coordinator, $500
Jason Crawford, Coordinator, $500
Chris Holly, Chaperone, $450
Big Walnut Eagle Relays
Dave Ishler, Meet Manager, $300
OCC Track & Field Championships (paid by OCC gate fees through 022 account)
Kevin Lewis, Meet Manager, $320
Big Walnut Track Invitational (paid from 300 athletic fund)
Joe Weaver, Meet Manager, $250
Bob Scott, Clerk, $100
Melissa Eckelbarger, Awards, $100
Minutes
- vote on 14.2, motion 15-117
14.6
15.118
It is recommended the Board approve a stipend of $300 for each Superintendent-approved staff member who leads a seven-week Eagle Extension Club for the 2016-2017 school year (paid through 018 fund).
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, Mr. Schneider seconded to remove item 14.6 from the motion for consent in 14.2 - vote all aye.
- Mrs. Meyer motioned, Mr. Wecker seconded to amend items 14.6 to say "staff member who leads a summer Eagle Extension for 2015/2016 school year - vote all aye.
- Amended vote on 14.6 is below.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker | X |
14.7
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic head-coach contracts for the 2016/2017 school year:
Joe Weaver, Football, Head Coach, group 1 step 11
Tyler DeLorenzo, Boys' Soccer, Head Coach, group 2 step 1
Drew Pitzer, Girls' Soccer, Head Coach, group 2 step 4
Chuck Workman, Boys' Golf, Head Coach, group 3 step 11
Ryan Balaz, Girls' Tennis, Head Coach, group 3 step 8
Kevin Lewis, Cross Country, Head Coach, group 3 step 11
Ron Lehman, Volleyball, Head Coach, group 2 step 11
Savannah Brown, Cheer, Head Coach, group 2 step 7
Brett Bartlett, Boys' Basketball, Head Coach, group 1 step 4
Steve Palmer, Girls' Basketball, Head Coach, group 1 step 11
Luke Moore, Wrestling, Head Coach, group 2 step 11
Misty Lloyd-Matthews, Gymnastics, Head Coach, group 3 step 11
Rebecca Brigham, Swimming, Head Coach, group 3 step 7
Scott Morrison, Bowling, Head Coach, group 3 step 0
Minutes
- vote on 14.2, motion 15-117
14.8
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following supplemental positions:
Girls' Golf Head Coach, group 3
Strength Coach, group 3
SOAR, group 7
Senior Class Advisor, change from group 5 to group 4
Minutes
- vote on 14.2, motion 15-117
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Board Meeting:
June 16, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Big Walnut High School, Media (Innovation) Center
16.
15-119 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter executive session to consider the employment of a public employee or official.
Minutes
- Ms. Wecker did not enter Executive Session
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker |
17.
15-120 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit executive session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
Exit Executive Session at 10:04 p.m.
Adjourn at 10:04 p.m.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Ms. Madelyn Wecker |
