Meeting Details
March 21, 2019
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Big Walnut District Administrative Office
Purpose
N/A
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
- Financial responsibility
3.
President
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
- The meeting began at 6:32 pm.
4.
Roll Call
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep | X |
5.
District Goals
- Improve academic achievement
- Improve communication
- Plan for growth (facility plan)
- Financial responsibility
6.
19-043 Minutes
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes for the February 14 and 21, 2019 Regular meetings and the February 28, 2019 Special meeting.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goals: Student Academic Achievement
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
- General Rosecrans Building Presentation
- General Rosecrans CIP Update
Minutes
- Mrs. Young provided an update on how the high school is contributing to the 2020 vision:
- A new structure of grading and reassessment
- Eagle Time was something new that was piloted this year. This is something that occurs once a week where students are given an extra period to meet with their teachers
- Ms. Thoma introduced her students and they led the Board in an example of a Morning Meeting.
- There are 4 parts of a Morning Meeting are:
- Message, Greeting Share, and Activity.
- The message informs us of our day.
- The greeting teaches us to greet others politely.
- The share's purpose lets us share about ourselves and learn about others.
- The activity is a fun thing to do with classmates.
- Message, Greeting Share, and Activity.
- There are 4 parts of a Morning Meeting are:
7.2
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Eagle Mentor Award - Deadline April 12
7.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Construction Update - Mr. Doug Swartz
- Change Order - Mr. Doug Swartz
- Zoning Update - Mr. Brad Schneider
Minutes
- Mr. Swartz provided an update of the constructions projects:
- Souder's PTO would be starting the playground equipment installation this weekend and over Spring Break.
- Construction equipment starting to appear on our new site.
- The GMP for the Elementary is slated to be provided next week.
- Change Order process:
- There are several reasons why a change order could occur, such as Errors and Omission, Unforeseen, Owner, Building/Code Officials.
- A reason for a process like this is to ensure that a project continues to move forward in a timely manner.
- Mr. Schneider read the written statement regarding our zoning process with the Village of Sunbury as was stated in the March edition of the Eagle Examiner.
8.
Recognitions
- Grace Huffman, General Rosecrans Student of the Month - Mr. Schneider
- Elise King, General Rosecrans Art Student of the Month - Mr. Crowl
- Kylie Cochran, Harrison Street Student of the Month - Mrs. Meyer
- Gabby Brigham, Harrison Street Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Lee
- Student Art Awards - Mr. Wecker
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financial Report
10.
Selected Board Policies
First Reading of the following revised policy:
- 8510 - Wellness
11.
Board Members Items of Interest
Minutes
- Ms. Wood shared from an athletic standpoint it was exciting that the girls bowling team went to State for the first time in school history and four indoor track athletes qualified for State. In the arts, the boys, girls, and select choirs made it to State. BWHS drama department is doing a third production, which will be a cabaret/ talent show. Also, vocal jazz ensemble has a performance at the middle school tonight - high school and middle school groups are both performing. Over Spring Break the JV and Varsity baseball teams are very excited to be traveling to Myrtle Beach. Finally, on April 12 we will be wearing purple for military children.
- Mr. Schneider indicated that the State released the first draft of the budget. In his initial review, it seems like it is basically a "don't do much of anything" approach. Cupp/Patterson has been on the road for about eighteen months sharing their perspective. He believes there is a meeting on April 1 that he might attend. Mr. Schneider does not expect any drastic changes for us.
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.)
13.
Business Items
13.1
19-044
It is recommended the Board will approve the following donations:
- $500 donated to BWLSD Caring Fund, donated by Sunbury Chiropractic Center - BWLSD Food Service Fund #006-0000
- $50 donated to BWMS, an Anonymous donor - BWMS Principal Fund #018-9002
- $100 donated to BWHS, donated by Dairy Queen - BWHS Class of 2020 Fund # 200-9020
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Liana Lee, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep | X |
14.
Human Resources
- Human Resources Update
14.1
19-045
It is recommended the Board revise the leave of absence end date for Sandra Chiampo from February 28 to March 4, 2019.
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, Mr. Crowl seconded to consent items 14.1 through 14.4.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep | X |
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic supplemental contracts for the 2018/2019 school year:
- Ben Steele, Volunteer Baseball Coach, BWHS
- Ted Dancer, Volunteer
- Jeff Stanford, Volunteer Baseball Coach, BWMS
- Kelly Mazzi, BWMS Track, group 4 step 1
- Danielle Crace, BWMS Track (.5), group 4 step 0
Minutes
- consent in items 14.1 motion 19-045
Result: Approved
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following resignations:
- Terri Groseclose, Accounts Payable, BWLSD, effective June 30, 2019
- Rebecca Hardy, Teaching Assistant, BWHS, effective March 29, 2019
- Amanda Reynolds, English Teacher, BWHS, effective at the end of the 2018/2019 school year
- Kayla VanderVlucht, Teaching Assistant, GRE, effective March 29, 2019
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 19-045
Result: Approved
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following stipends for the 2018/2019 school year:
- Rachel Kelly, $300 Pit Musician, BWHS Drama Club Fund 200-9130
- Craig Porter, $300 Pit Musician, BWHS Drama Club Fund 200-9130
Minutes
- consent in items 14.1 motion 19-045
Result: Approved
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meetings
Regular Scheduled Meetings:
April 11, 2019
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Office
April 18, 2019
6:30 p.m.
District Administrative Office
16.
19-046 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment/appointment of a public employee/official, to consider matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or regulations or state statutes, and to discuss confidential information related to negotiations with other subdivisions regarding requests for economic development assistance.
Minutes
- The Board took a brief recess at 8:14 pm and entered Executive Session at 8:21 pm.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep | X |
17.
14-048
Minutes
The Board came out of Executive Session at 8:00 p.m., Mr. Schneider made the following recommendation:
It is recommended that the Board authorize the Superintendent to request an opinion letter from the Ohio Attorney General for the purpose of clarifying Brownfield Immunity with municipalities and the legality of zoning-related fees as it applies to a School District.
Mrs. Meyer motioned
Mr. Crowl seconded
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep |
18.
14-049 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member
Seconded: Liana Lee, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mrs. Mindy Meyer, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Julia Wood, Student Board Rep |
