Meeting Details
October 20, 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
5.
Roll Call
6.
15-194 Minutes
It is recommended the Board review and approve the minutes from the September 8, 2016 Special meeting and the September 15, 2016 Regular meeting.
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Student Academic Achievement
- Academic Update - Jen Young
- General Rosecrans Elementary CIP Update - Megan Forman
- General Rosecrans Elementary Building Presentation
Minutes
- Mrs. Jen Young shared information concerning the new academic advisory committee, the District Showcase and Ohio State Tests.
- Mrs. Megan Foreman presented 2017 CIP Goals for General Rosecrans and showed a video of related arts at GRE. Mrs. Doran shared information about student growth in art while students presented projects.
7.2
District Goal: Improve Communication
- State of the Schools - November 1, 2016 @ 6:30 p.m. Big Walnut Middle School
- Coffee Chats
7.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Genoa Township Update - Karl Gebhardt, Trustee
- Bond Issue Rumors
8.
Recognitions
- Sam Stewart, Student of the Month, General Rosecrans Elementary - Mr. Brad Schneider
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Report
- Five-Year Forecast
10.
Selected Board Policy
10.1
15-195
It is recommended the Board adopt the following policy revision:
- 5112 - Entrance Requirements (Student - Revised)
Minutes
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust | X |
10.2
.
Board first reading of the following policies:
- 1422 - Nondiscrimination & Equal Employment Opportunity (Administration - Revised)
- 1623 - Section 504/ADA Prohibition Against Disability Discrimination in Employment (Administration - Revised)
- 1662 - Anti-Harassment (Administration - Revised
- 2260 - Nondiscrimination and Access to Equal Educational Opportunity (Program - Revised)
- 3122 - Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity (Professional Staff - Revised)
- 3123 - Section 504/ADA Against Disability Discrimination in Employment (Professional Staff - Revised)
- 4122 - Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity
- 4123 - Section 504/ADA Prohibition Against Disability Discrimination in Employment
- 5517 - Anti-Harassment (Students - Revised)
- 2271 - College Credit Plus Program (Program - Revised)
- 2370 - Educational Options (Program - Revised)
- 2460.03 - Independent Educational Evaluations (Program - Revised)
- 2623.02 - Third Grade Reading Guarantee (Program - Revised)
- 4162 - Drug and Alcohol Testing of CDL License Holders (Classified Staff - Revised)
- 5112 - Entrance Requirements (Students - Revised)
- 5200 - Attendance (Students - Revised)
- 5320 - Immunization (Students - Revised)
- 7300 - Disposition of Real Property/Personal Property (Property - Revised)
- 9270 - Equivalent Education Outside the Schools (Relations - Revised)
11.
Board Members Items of Interest or Discussion
Minutes
- Ms. Faust shared information and updates concerning the HS.
- Dr. Fagan wished the 143 students participating in OMEA marching band competition good luck. The competition will be held at Thomas Worthington HS on Saturday at 7:15.
- Mr. Wecker congratulated student athletes for a great successful fall season. He attended Porter Twp meeting and thanked bond campaign committee for their work.
- Mrs. Hess attended the 7th and 8th grade sports banquet and was impressed that 42% of MS students are involved in fall sports.
- Mr. Schneider highlighted BWE's first STEM night. He also thanked Mr. Gebhardt for coming tonight and shared a favorite poem
- Mrs. Meyer thanked Community for Eagle Pride volunteers for all of their hard work. Also added a reminder for State of the Schools. Encouraged everyone to vote - next board meeting will be after Nov. 8th.
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.)
Minutes
- Scheduled participation - Liana Lee, Community for Eagle Pride, spoke about bond levy and the schedule of mailings.
- Unscheduled participation - none
13.
Business Items
13.1
15-196
It is recommended the Board approve the FY2017 October Five-Year Forecast and Assumptions.
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 | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust | X |
13.2
15-197
It is recommended the Board approve the following donation:
- $100 donated to BWHS Challenge Day, donated by Pablum to Prom
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 | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust | X |
14.
Human Resource Items
14.1
15-198
It is recommended the Board approve the attached athletic supplementals and revisions for the 2016/2017 school year, pending successful background checks and receipt of permit and all necessary documentation.
.
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, Mrs. Hess seconded to consent on 14.1 through 14.5.
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 | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust | X |
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve a 90-day classified contract for Amber Billings, Special Education Teaching Assistant, Hylen Souders Elementary, step 2, effective September 19, 2016.
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 15-198
Result: Approved
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board accept the following resignations:
- Amber Billings, Special Education Teaching Assistant, Hylen Souders Elementary, effective September 26, 2016
- George Gray, 2nd Shift Custodian, Big Walnut High School, effective December 31, 2016
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 15-198
Result: Approved
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve a long-term substitute position for Juliann Krous,long-term substitute, BA step 0, effective November 8 through December 31, 2016.
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 15-198
14.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following 90-day classified contracts:
- Patricia Sena, 3-hour Food Service Worker, Hylen Souders Elementary School, step 0, effective October 5, 2016
- Kristin Giraud, 3.5hours/4 days a week Preschool Aide, Hylen Souders Elementary School, step 0, effective October 17, 2016
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 15-198
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Special Board Meeting:
November 10, 2016
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
Regular Board Meeting:
November 17, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Big Walnut High School Innovation (Media) Center
16.
15-199 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment of a public employee or official, to confer with an attorney for the board of education concerning disputes involving the board that are the subject of pending or imminent court action, to review negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment and to discuss confidential information related to negotiations with other subdivisions regarding requests for economic development assistance.
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 | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust | X |
17.
15-200 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Faust |
