Meeting Details
September 21, 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
3.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
6.
17-148 Minutes
It is recommended the Board review and approve the minutes from the August 10, 2017, regular meeting, August 17, 2017, regular meeting, August 24, 2017, special meeting and the August 30, 2017, special meeting.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brad Schneider, 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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
- State of the Schools - September 25 6:30 p.m. at BWMS - Mrs. Jen Young
- FTE Report - Mr. Mark Cooper
- Athletic Presentation - Mr. Brian Shelton
7.2
District Goal: Planning for Growth
7.3
District Goals: Student Academic Achievement
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
- Report Card - Mrs. Jen Young
- Big Walnut High School Building Presentation
- Big Walnut High School CIP Update - Mr. Andy Jados
8.
Recognitions
- Maci Kercsmar, Big Walnut High School, Student of the Month - Mrs. Meyer
- Andrew Pohlod, Big Walnut High School, Art Student of the Month - Dr. Fagan
9.
Treasurer's Report
- Monthly Financial Statement
10.
Selected Board Policy
10.1
.
The Board will have the first reading of the following policies:
- 0150 - Organization (revised)
- 2430.02 - Participation of Community/STEM School Students in Extra-Curricular Activities (revised)
- 3120.08 - Employment of Personnel for Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Activities (revised)
- 5111 - Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students (revised)
- 6423 - Use of Credit Cards (revised)
- 7540 - Computer Technology & Networks (revised)
- 7540.01 - Technology Privacy (revised)
- 7540.02 - Web Content Services & Apps (revised)
- 8210 - School Calendar (revised)
- 8310 - Public Records (revised)
- 8320 - Personnel Files (revised)
- 8330 - Student Records (revised)
- 8452 - Automated External Defibrillators (AED) (revised)
- 9270 - Equivalent Education Outside the Schools & Participation in Extra-Curricular for Students no Enrolled in the District (revised)
11.
Board Members Items of Discussion
Minutes
- Mrs. Meyer encouraged board members to schedule a coffee with the superintendent and some friends. She is proud of our report card - we do things our way.
- Mrs. Hess shared the loss of a classmate from the class of 1985.
- Dr. Fagan acknowledged the campaign committee, she is grateful for their hard work. She publicly endorses write-in candidate for board member, Liana Lee. She welcomed Jeremy Buskirk as our new treasurer.
- Mr. Schneider thanked Sandra for serving as interim treasurer. He shared that the Sunbury zoning meeting was canceled this month.
- Mr. Troyer talked about plans for the homecoming parade, spirit week and pep rally.
12.
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
- Mrs. Tara Shelby, chair for Community for Eagle Pride, shared that they are off to a great start! The support has been high, signs are popping up, you will see them at sporting events, SOS, etc.
13.
Business Items
13.1
17-149
It is recommended the Board approve the Annual Appropriations for the fiscal year 2018 at fund level in accordance with Section 5705.38 and 5705.39 ORC.
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
13.2
17-150
It is recommended the Board approve the contract between Big Walnut Local Schools and the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio.
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
13.3
17-151
It is recommended the Board ratify the adjustment to the previously approved agreement with Mobilelease Modular Space, Inc. (6/15/2017) in the amount of $950 due to the change in the scope of work to include required foundations in lieu of straps required for state permitting - Bloodhound Private Utility Locating Service.
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
13.4
17-152
It is recommended the Board approve the transfer of dormant funds from the BWHS Class of 2016 (fund #200-9016) in the amount of $4,937.64 to the following:
- $1,000 Class of 2018 (fund # 200-9018)
- $1,000 to Class of 2019 (fund # 200-9019)
- $2,937.64 to Eagle Strong/Renissance (fund # 300-1820-9001-001)
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
13.5
17-153
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- BWHS Rage Page & Yearbook students, Ohio Scholastic Media Assoc. Regional Conference, Otterbein University, October 9, 2017
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Nicci Hess, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Brad Schneider, 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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
13.6
17-154
It is recommended the Board approve the following donations:
- 1,000 Feet Fiber Outdoor Optic Cable & 1,000 Feet Guy Strand Cable, donated to BWLSD, donated by Gudenkauf Corp.
- $13 donated to BWMS, donated from Red Robin Kula Foundation (BWMS Principal Fund # 018-9002)
- $500 donated to Student Teaching Account, donated by Ohio Wesleyan Universtiy (BWEA Student Teaching Account fund # 022-9401)
- $15.37 donated to BWI, donated from Red Robin Kula Foundation (BWI Principal Fund #018-9009)
- $130.00 donated to BWI, donated from AETNA Cybergrant Kathy Huff (BWI Principal Fund # 018-9009)
- $4.52 donated to BWHS, donated from Red Robin Kula Foundation (BWHS Principal Fund #018-9001)
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. |
14.
Human Resource Items
14.1
17-155
It is recommended the Board approve a $1,500 a year mileage stipend for the following positions:
Director of Academic Achievement
Student Services Director
Student Services Coordinator
District Tech Coordinator
Network Administrator
Minutes
- Dr. Fagan motioned, Mrs. Hess seconded the Board consent items 14.1 through 14.4.
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve a 90-day contract for the following classified staff pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation:
- Casey Shofner, Big Walnut Middle School, Food Service Worker, 3 hours/day, step 0, effective August 28, 2017
- Shaun Urbano, Big Walnut High School, 3rd Shift Custodian, step 0, effective September 5, 2017
- Melinda Bartley, Genoa Christian Academy, Building Secretary-NPSS Clerk (Tech Support), 2 hours/day, step 1,190-day calendar, effective September18, 2017
Minutes
- consent item 14, motion 17-155
Result: Approved
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve Sammie Ebright, volunteer volleyball coach, for the 2017/2018 school year.
Minutes
- consent item 14 motion 17-155
Result: Approved
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board the revisions to the following supplementals for the 2017-2018 school year:
- Courtney Palmer, move from .5 to a full-time contract, MS cross country
- Joe Evener, move from .5 to a full-time contract, HS cross country
- Melissa Pecci, move from a full-time contract to .5 contract, HS cross country
- Daniel Hardiman, girls' assistant golf coach (HS), group 4 step 0
- Kayla DeMuth and Kristin Kovak, rescind co-curricular contract for In the Know
Minutes
- consent item 14 motion 17-155
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Board Meeting:
October 12, 2017
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
October 19, 2017
6:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
16.
17-156 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment of a public employee or official and to prepare for negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment.
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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
17.
17-157 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brad Schneider, 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, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Jacob Troyer, Student Board Rep. | X |
