Meeting Details
July 20, 2017
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Big Walnut District Administrative Office
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:
2.1
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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:
3.1
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- Improve academic achievement
- Improve communication
- Plan for growth (facility plan)
- Financial Responsibility
4.
Vice President
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
5.
Roll Call
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker was not in attendance.
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
6.
Minutes
6.1
17-108
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes from the June 8, 2017, and June 15, 2017, regular scheduled meetings and the June 28, 2017, special meeting.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Youth Risk Behavior Survey - Kelsey Kuhlman, Delaware General Heath District
- Newsletter
- Quality Profile
- Student Enrollment Center
Minutes
- Kelsey Kuhlman with Delaware Health District shared a flyer regarding a survey that HS and MS students in the county. She gave a brief summary of "who, how and what" and key results. You can find the full report on the health district's website). She gave thanks to Penny Sturtevant, she was a huge help with survey and was always the first person to help when county needed assistance.
- Quality Profile almost at final stages and will be ready for curriculum night.
- Online enrollment if a computer is not available, a computer can be used at the central office.
7.2
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Trailers
Minutes
Mr. Cooper shared:
- Only finishing touches remain on the interior of the trailer at BWE. He thanked the maintenance department for all the work that has been completed, which saved the district funds. Mr. Schneider commented on how good the trailer looks compared to what it looked like in the past.
- GRE trailer is put together and front and back decks in place.
- MS tennis courts potentially getting final lines added tomorrow, if the rain holds off. The two-inch gaps from crack separation have been repaired, the new material has a warranty. We are exploring having HS courts available next year. Our maintenance department is doing the work. The fire department will power wash - we are looking at approximately a $15k cost for a 3-4 year extension of the use of the courts. Ron McClure has been able to work with the company that puts the product on the courts and arranged for our staff to do part of work to cut the cost.
7.3
District Goal: Student Academics
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
Minutes
- Shared 3rd grade ELA results - preliminarily looks good, better than last year and will share once she completes all calculations.
7.4
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
8.
Treasurer's Report
8.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
9.
Public Participation
This 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 unscheduled public participation
10.
Board Policy
11.
Business Items
11.1
17-109
It is recommended the Board approve the resolution determining to proceed with an issue of bonds and levy of an additional tax in excess of the ten-mill limitation and certifying the same to the Board of Elections.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
11.2
17-110
It is recommended that the Board authorize the agreement with Ohio School Plan for the district liability insurance coverage effective 7.1.2017 through 6.30.2018 in the amount of $93,026.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
11.3
17-111
It is recommended that the Board authorize the agreement with M&D Blacktop Company in the amount of $17,225 for summer paving of district properties.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
11.4
17-112
It is recommended the Board accept the following donations:
- $100 donated to BWM, donated by Brady Hicks (BWMS Principal Fund #018-9002)
- $36 donated to BWHS, donated by Mullens Tuxedo Rental (BWHS Class of 2019 #200-9019)
- $40 donated to BWHS, donated by JP Morgan Chase Employee Giving (BWHS Eagle Strong #300-9001)
- $472.69 donated to BWHS Choir, donated by BW Community Chorus (BWHS Choir Fund #300-9470)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
11.5
17-113
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- Big Walnut DACC FFA, Greenhand FFA Camp, Carrollton, OH, September 29 - October 1, 2017
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
12.
Human Resource Items
12.1
17-114
It is recommended the Board accept the resignation of Mindy Young, Clerical/Preschool Assistant, GRE/BWE, due to retirement, effective June 30, 2017.
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan motioned Mrs. Meyer seconded to consent items 12.1 through 12.8 with the exclusion of 12.2.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
12.2
17-115
It is recommended the Board approve a two-year, 215-day Administrative Level I contract for Matt Cox, Principal, Hylen Souders Elementary, $82,000 annual salary, effective August 1, 2017.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
12.3
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It is recommended the Board approve the following certified contracts for the 2017/2018 school year, pending receipt of successful background checks, official transcripts, verification of years of services and all necessary documentation:
Paul Hardin, 3rd Grade Teacher, General Rosecrans Elementary, BA+30 step 2
Jordan Blosser, STEM Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary, BA step 1
Abbey Thomas, Science Teacher, Big Walnut High School, MA step 5
Amanda Statler, 4th Grade Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary, MA+30 step 5
Kaylee Hewitt, 1st Grade Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary, MA step 1
Anna Norton, Kindergarten Teacher, Hylen Souders Elementary, BA step 1
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
12.4
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It is recommended the Board approve the attached athletic supplemental contracts for the 2017/2018 school year, pending receipt of background checks and all necessary required documentation.
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
12.5
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It is recommended the Board approve the following extended days:
BWHS
Jeanne Collett - 20 days
Tammi Jordan - 20 days
Kristen Macklin-Lanning - 10 days
Meghan Vituccio - 20 days
BWMS
Corry Schull - 20 days
Ric Cavicchia - 10 days
BWIS
Molly Fortune - 10 days
District
Katie Yeager - 10 days
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
12.6
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It is recommended the Board approve to move Nikki Gillum, Preschool Assistant, Big Walnut Elementary, from part-time (4 hours/day) to full-time (7.5 hours/day), beginning the 2017/2018 school year.
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
12.7
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It is recommended the Board approve the Strength and Fitness Coach job description.
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
12.8
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It is recommended the Board approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Big Walnut Board of Education and the Big Walnut Professional Support Staff Association that the deduction of dues shall be made in equal installments over a ten (10) month period beginning in October and continue through the month of July.
Minutes
- consent in motion 17-114 item 12.1
13.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
13.1
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Regular Board Meetings:
August 10, 2017
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
August 17, 2017
6:30 p.m.
District Administrative Office
14.
17-116 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment of a public employee or official.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
15.
17-117 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
16.
17-118
It is recommended the Board hire Sandra Griscom as Interim Treasurer, effective August 1, 2017 until the treasurer's position is filled, at an hourly rate of $70.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
17.
17-119 Adjourn
It is recommended the meeting adjourn.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | |||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X |
18.
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Board Vice President Treasurer
