Meeting Details
December 15, 2016
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Big Walnut High School Innovation Center
Purpose
Regular 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
| 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 Foust | X |
6.
15-226 Minutes
It is recommended the Board review and approve the minutes from the November 10, 2016 Special meeting and the November 17, 2016 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 | ||
| 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 Foust | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Student Academic Achievement
- Academic Update
- Big Walnut Intermediate School CIP Update - Ryan McLane
- Big Walnut Intermediate School Building Presentation
7.2
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Adopt a Family
- Lead Testing Grant
7.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Big Walnut Bond Issue
- Facility Capacity Concerns for 2017-2018
8.
Recognitions
- Libby Herrel, Student of the Month, Big Walnut Intermediate School - Mrs. Meyer
- Lauren Haley, Student of the Month, Hylen Souders Elementary School - Dr. Fagan
- Emma Padgett, 2nd Team All Ohio, Girl's Soccer
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
10.
Selected Board Policy
10.1
.
First Board reading of policy 8390 - Animals on District Property (Bylaws & Policies)
11.
Board Members Items of Interest or Discussion
Minutes
- Mrs. Foust announced that the Junior class raised over $700 to help families over the holidays - the won the contest. The play went very well; students are excited for the musical audition for Annie. Students are brainstorming how the school can accomodate all extra people in extra spaces. Exams begin tomorrow. Everyone is looking forward to winter sports.Scheduling for next year begins soon. Band and choir had a great time in Disney.
- Dr. Fagain congratulated the middle and high school music on their holiday concerts. Many schools take different approaches to the programs, she is proud that the emphasis at BW is on inclusion. Some excel and are supported and encouraged but no audition process to get into choir. This is something to be proud of because music is important. The trip to Disney was a great experience for the kids.
- Mr. Wecker also spoke how great the middle school concert was. A good number of students were also athletes. He heard comments from parents a great thing about BW is that it is cool to be in music here. There is a great mix of kids that support each other in the program.
- Mr. Schneider stated he was happy to hear yesterday that Rep. Brenner proposed a different method of funding. Hopefully this will open the discussion to explore a different approach. He encourages this discussion and looks forward to more discussion that includes public and private entities.
- Mrs. Hess is so happy that Jersey Mikes is open. You can take the cards there and donate $2 donation there and recive a sub - all money goes to the athletic boosters. He commended Ron's group that they could take a school bus and turn it into a salt spreader.
- Mrs. Meyer was invited to talk at United Way of Delaware County. They have a grant for preschoolers to be involved with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. She also talked to them about Tiffany's Bountiful Backpack - Tiffany has storage issues, Hunger Alliance can purchase food at 1/7th of the cost - a Church has offered to store the food for her. She got Tiffany connected with them to help her with her project and expand it as well as be involved on the committee to support.
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
- no scheduled public participation
- no un-scheduled public participation
13.
Business Items
13.1
15-227
Recommend that the Board approve the Agreement for Deposit of Public Funds with Delaware County Bank.
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 | ||
| 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 Foust | X |
13.2
15-228
It is recommended the Board appoint Mrs. Mindy Meyer as President Pro Tempore for the January 12, 2017 Organizational Board Meeting.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Vice President
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 Foust | X |
13.3
15-229
It is recommended the board adopt the following new high school courses, beginning with the 2017/2018 school year:
- Biology 1111 (CCP)
- Biology 1112 (CCP)
- History 1151 (CCP)
- History 1152 (CCP)
- Psychology 1100 (CCP)
- Life after Graduation
- American Studies
- 021 Speech
- Drama 2
- Honors Geometry
- Material Engineering (FST)
- Glass Arts II
- Mechanical Principles (DACC)
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 | ||
| 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 Foust | X |
13.4
15-230
It is recommended the Board accept the following donations:
- $100 donated to Big Walnut Middle School Art Department, donated by Lion's Club (BWMS Principal Fund #018-9002)
- $360 donated to Big Walnut Intermediate School, donated by Aetna Teacher Vision Grant (BWIS Principal Fund #018-9009)
- $300 donated to Big Walnut Intermediate School, donated by OSU (BWIS Principal Fund 018-9009)
- Stainless Steel Eagle with Logo, donated to Big Walnut Local Schools Administrative Office, donated by Marengo Fabricated Steel, LLC (value $950.00)
- Stone Eagle, donated to Big Walnut Local Schools Administrative Office, donated by Laura Lawrence
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 Foust | X |
14.
Human Resource Items
14.1
15-231
It is recommended the Board adopt the Memorandum of Understanding between the Big Walnut Board of Education and the Big Walnut Education Association agreeing to adjust language in the Sick Leave Bank article.
Minutes
- Dr. Fagain motioned to consent items 14.1 - 14.3, Mrs. Hess seconded.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, 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 | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Anna Foust | X |
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board will accept the following resignations:
- Brian Stanley, General Rosecrans Elementary, first shift Custodian, effective November 20, 2016
- Jenny Elicson, Big Walnut Elementary .5 Preschool Educational Assistant, effective December 15, 2016
- Linde Borchers, Bus Driver and Interoffice Mail Carrier, effective December 31, 2016 (due to retirement)
Minutes
- consent vote motion 15-231 item 14.1
Result: Approved
| 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 Foust | X |
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve a contract for the following classified staff:
- Michelle McDermott, Big Walnut High School Building Secretary, (12-month classified calendar) step 5, effective January 1, 2017, current contract to remain in effect
- Heather Mahle, Big Walnut High School General Secretary, (220-day calendar) step 6, effective January 1, 2017, current contract to remain in effect
- Susan Wood, Big Walnut Elementary Part-Time Preschool Aide (4 hours per day/4 days per week), 90-day classified contract, step 0, effective January 3, 2017
Minutes
- consent vote motion 15-231 item 14.1
Result: Approved
| 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 Foust | X |
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Organizational Board Meeting:
January 12, 2017
7:30 a.m.
Big Walnut District Administrative Office
Regular Board Meeting:
January 19, 2017
6:30 p.m.
Big Walnut District Administrative Office
16.
15-232 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment of a public employee or official, to discuss confidential information related to negotiations with other subdivisions regarding requests for economic development assistance and 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.
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 Foust | X |
17.
15-233 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
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 Foust | X |
