Meeting Details
August 17, 2017
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Big Walnut District Administrative Office
Purpose
Regular Board Meeting
1.
MISSION
The mission of the Big Walnut Local Schools is to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential.
2.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
6.
17-123 Minutes
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes from the July 13 and 20, 2017 Regular Board meetings.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
Minutes
- Solar eclipse safety update
7.2
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Bond Update
7.3
District Goal: Student Academics
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
8.
Recognitions
8.1
.
- Brandon Mosher, State Track - Mrs. Hess
- Abe Myers, State Track - Mrs. Meyer
- Alex Thomas, Softball - Mr. Schneider
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financial Report
10.
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
- Tara Shelby, Eagle for Community Pride Chair, shared updates regarding the November 7 issue. The committee is still in the beginning stages but they have filled many of the key positions. If you are wanting to volunteer, there will be a kick-off meeting on August 28 at 7:00 p.m. at the middle school. Their website will up and running soon.
11.
Board Member Items of Interest
Minutes
- Ms. Hess shared that she attended the Genoa Twp meeting where a great deal of their focus was on the north development of Vinmar - which will be the final one. Residents questioned the developer if they are communicating with the school district.
- Mrs. Meyer stated that Jacob was not in attendance, due to his work schedule; however, he does have a few items to share. He said the 1st day of school was amazing.... freshman are fitting in well! There is an Activity Fair Friday for freshman. Student Council is getting ready for homecoming. There is no room in cafe especially period 5, stairways and halls are extremely crowded and students can't get to their lockers. Mrs. Meyer gave condolences for the death of David Miller. She thanked Tara Shelby for chairing the committee.
- Allison addressed the concerns with safety in schools right now with the political picture. She feels reassured with the precautions that the district takes. She congratulated the staff on a good opening! She welcomed Sandra as the Interim Treasurer.
- Mr. Schneider also spoke regarding the passing of David Miller. He shared the growth of Sunbury and developments, not as contentious as Genoa, but the development growth is here. There is another development that will be coming in, around 600 homes or so...the development will be located on the east side of route 3 - approving on the 28th. Golf Course Road needs to be prepared for when these homes are filled.
12.
Business Items
12.1
17-124
It is recommended the Board approve the bus stops for the 2017/2018 school year and authorizes the Superintendent or Designee to make changes in bus stops as needed.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.2
17-125
It is recommended the Board approve the Superintendent or Designee to hire and maintain a list of classified substitute workers at the Board approved rate for the 2017/2018 school year, upon receipt of background checks and all necessary documentation.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.3
17-126
It is recommended the Board approve the transfer of the following funds:
- Amount: $29,045.45 From: 001-1890-9021-030 To: 070-1890 Description: General Fund stale checks greater than 5 years old
- Amount: $1,919.60 From: 001-1890-9022-000 To: 070-1890 Description: Payroll Fund stale checks greater than 5 years old
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.4
17-127
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between Professional Speech Services, Inc. and Big Walnut Local Schools.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.5
17-128
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between The Buckeye Ranch and Big Walnut Local Schools.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep | X |
12.6
17-129
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between Ultimate Care Supported Living LLC and the Big Walnut Local Schools Board of Education.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.7
17-130
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between Step By Step Academy, Inc. and Big Walnut Local Schools.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.8
17-131
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between Jenna Kade and Big Walnut Local Schools. (Orton Gillingham Tutoring)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep | X |
12.9
17-132
It is recommended the Board approve the contract between Tristar Transportation Co. and Big Walnut Local Schools.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep | X |
12.10
17-133
It is recommended the Board approve the agreement between Healthcare Billing and Big Walnut Local Schools.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
12.11
17-134
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- BWHS DACC FFA, National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN, October 24-28, 2017
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
13.
Human Resource Items
13.1
17-135
It is recommended the Board accept the resignation of the following classified staff, effective at the end of the 2016/2017 school year:
- Linda Winter, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut High School, due to retirement
- Chris Holly, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut Middle School
- Stacie McGuire, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut High School
- Andrea Hurst, Bus Assistant, pending hire as bus driver
- Kim Schenz, Food Service Worker, Big Walnut Middle School
- Mary Lee Taylor, Building Secretary - NPSS, Genoa Christian Academy, retirement effective August 31, 2017
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep | X |
13.2
17-136
It is recommended the Board approve the following 90-day classified contracts, effective beginning August 14, 2017, pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation:
- Kelly Kerns, Office Assistant (.5), General Rosecrans Elementary, 4 hours/day, step 1
- Aaron Foltz, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut Middle School, step 5
- Brittany Mabbitt, Preschool Assistant, Big Walnut Elementary, 4 hours per day/5 days per week, step 1
- Courtney Palmer, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut Middle School, step 0
- Trudy McClaskey, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut High School, step 0
- Bobbi Baldner-Hill, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut High School, step 1
- Koby Donohue, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut Middle School, step 2, effective August 21, 2017
- Samantha Melvin, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut Intermediate School, step 0, effective August 28, 2017
- Courtney Sabo, Teaching Assistant, General Rosecrans Elementary, step 2
- Susan Throckmorton, Office Assistant (.5), Hylen Souders Elementary, 4 hours/day, step 0
- Diane Carney, Teaching Assistant, Big Walnut High School, step 3
- Lindsey O'Quin, Bus Assistant, Transportation, step 0
- Andrea Hurst, Bus Driver, step 0
- Pam Robinson, Bus Driver, step 1
- Linde Borchers, Bus Driver (.5), step 5, retire/rehire
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan motioned, Mrs. Hess seconded to consent items 13.2 through 13.7.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
13.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve Stephanie Kreager, .5 General Secretary - Athletics, BWMS, 4 hours/day, 210-day calendar, current step and contract to remain in effect, effective July 31, 2017.
Minutes
- consent in item 13.2 motion 17-136
Result: Approved
13.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve Julie Smith, District Psychologist Intern, to be paid through a state-issued grant, effective the 2017/2018 school-year.
Minutes
- consent in item 13.2 motion 17-136
13.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve the attached list of co-curricular supplemental contracts for the 2017/2018 school year.
Minutes
- consent in item 13.2 motion 17-136
13.6
.
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year athletic supplemental contract for the 2017/2018 school year pending receipt of successful background checks and completion of all necessary documentation for Daniel Hardiman, assistant golf coach (girls), group 4 step 0.
Minutes
- consent in item 13.2 motion 17-136
13.7
.
It is recommended the Board approve the Middle & High School Athletic Directors to secure Athletic Event Workers and maintain the list of all approved workers throughout the 2017/2018 school year for all sporting events. These workers will be paid from the Athletic Fund at a rate of $14.50 per hour.
Minutes
- consent in item 13.2 motion 17-136
14.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Board Meetings:
September 14, 2017
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
September 21, 2017
6:30 p.m.
District Administrative Office
15.
17-137 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 | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
16.
17-138 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, President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, President | X | ||
| Dr. Allison Fagan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep |
