Meeting Details
August 15, 2019
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
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
- Safe, respectful and welcoming environment
3.
President
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
- The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
5.
District Goals
- Improve academic achievement
- Improve communication
- Plan for growth (facility plan)
- Financial responsibility
6.
19-097 Minutes
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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
6.1
.
It is recommended the Board review and approve July 18, 2019, regular schedule Board minutes.
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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goals: Student Academic Achievement
- Academic Update - Mrs. Jen Young
Minutes
- Mrs. Young shared the Year Five 2020 Vision video and noted that it was the last year of implementing the vision, but it is not the end. The 2020 Vision is now our culture. She spoked about Schoology, which is our new digital backpack. This is a platform that a larger number of school districts are using. Before Schoology parents had to utilize multiple websites to try to follow what was happening with their student and receive notifications and updates. This was a reoccurring concern and complaint of parents, and we have implemented this to hopefully help parents and streamline providing information.
7.2
District Goal: Improve Communication
- Levy Timeline Discussion
Minutes
- Mrs. Hamberg attended the Delaware Area Career Center ribbon cutting and it was a nice ceremony. She shared an update regarding property tax levies.
- Mr. Schneider indicated the Board will be determining when to vote.
7.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Enrollment Update
- Construction Update - Mr. Doug Swartz
Minutes
- Mrs. Hamberg shared that our enrollment is up to 4,030 this year. We may have some last-minute enrollment and withdraws, but that is the current number. With all of the increase in enrollment, we only added one teacher. We have to do this partly for capacity reasons but to also try to provide some savings as we struggle to keep up with the costs of growth.
- Mr. Swartz shared a quick update of the work that had been completed for the elementary, central energy plant, and high school in August and some things we are hoping to see completed in September. He also provided a monthly update on approved and potential uses of the construction manager's contingency log and change orders against the owner's contingency funds. He spoke about a possible partnership with the US Fish and Wild Life that we may have. The representative will be meeting with our teachers and administration on Monday. He shared that we met with Loft furniture as our design-assist vendor for our new buildings. They are offering some furniture at a reduced cost which would help us know if the proposed furniture will work well for our students and staff.
8.
Treasurer's Report
- Monthly Financial Report
9.
Board Members Items of Interest
Minutes
- Mr. Edwards shared that over the summer the Spanish class went on a trip to Ecuador, French class went to France and the German class went to Germany. Eagles' First Flight juniors and seniors helped to introduce the incoming freshmen. Auditions for the musical Little Shop of Horrors will be held on August 27 and 28 with callbacks taking place on the 29th if necessary. Tennis matches and a football scrimmage are going on tonight. "Fútbol Friday Night" will be taking place on Friday 16th at the high school and the Rage Cage is planning USA theme night and cheerleaders will cheer for both the boys' team and the girls' team. The Football Jamboree (scrimmage) will take place on August 23rd with freshmen and varsity playing against Teays Valley. Also, cross country has its first meet this Saturday, August 17th. Next Friday is the high school Activity Fair where students can see all the different extracurricular activities that are offered. There are new class opportunities this year with CCP Intro to Education, Creative Industries, Independent Study options (such as coding) being some opportunities. Finally, the high school has moved from using Google Classroom to using Schoology.
- Mr. Crowl requested an update on the Village of Sunbury fees.
- The Board had a discussion regarding the matter.
- Mr. Schneider encouraged Board members and staff to discuss with community members regarding the desired term for the upcoming substitute levy.
- Mr. Wecker shared that he was informed the dates for the Hartford Fair may change. He congratulated the Career Center on their new facilities.
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.)
11.
Selected Board Policy
11.1
.
- Board review of policy # 2413 Career Advising
Minutes
- Mr. Schneider said he was interested in seeing how we could put our counselors in a good position to help advise and guide our students in careers that seem to be ever-changing and help our students be successful.
12.
Business Items
12.1
19-098
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution between Big Walnut Local School District and META (f/k/a Metropolitan Educational Council) authorizing the extension of the Master Supply Agreement.
Minutes
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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
12.2
19-099
It is recommended the Board approve the resolution declaring transportation to be impractical for certain identified schools.
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, Mrs. Meyer seconded for consent on 12.2 and 12.3.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, 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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
12.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve the bus stops for the 2019/2020 school year and authorizes the Superintendent or Designee to make changes in bus stops as needed.
Minutes
- Consent in motion 19-099 item 12.2.
12.4
19-100
It is recommended the Board approve the following donation:
- $5,766.53 donated to MS Service Day/Go Buckets, donated by Sunbury/Galena Rotary (District Support Fund #018-9000)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Mindy Meyer, 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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
13.
Human Resources
- Human Resources Update
13.1
19-101
It is recommended the Board approve the following supplemental contracts for the 2019/2020 school year:
- Lindsay Gunthorp, .5 assistant coach, cross country, BWMS, group 4 step 0
- Kriste Martin, .5 assistant coach, cross country, BWMS, group 4 step 1
- Koby Donohue, .5 athletic facility manager, BWMS, group 3 step 0
- Jeff Stanford, .5 athletic facility manager, BWMS, group 3 step 0
Minutes
- Mr. Wecker motioned, Mrs. Lee seconded for consent on items 13.1 through 13.5 inclusive.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Andy Wecker, 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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
13.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year contract for the 2019/2020 school year for the following certified employee, pending receipt of a successful background check, official transcripts, verification of years of service, and all necessary documentation:
- Kelli Young, Teacher - Grade 4, HSE, BA step 1
Minutes
- Consent in motion 19.101, item 13.1.
13.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following modifications:
- Janette Hall, BWHS, Food Services, from 2.5 hours/day to 3.5 hours/day
- Connie Deel, BWHS, Food Services, from 3.5 hours/day to 5 hours/day
- Hannah Conte, SOU, Grade 1, BA step 1 to BA +15
Minutes
- Consent in motion 19.101, item 13.1.
13.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve 5 extended days for Sarah Sandrock, BWIS Principal, to be used prior to August 1, 2019.
Minutes
- Consent in motion 19.101, item 13.1.
13.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve a 90-day classified contract effective beginning August 12, 2019, for Christopher Shaffer, BWMS Custodian - 2nd shift, step 5.
Minutes
- Consent in motion 19.101, item 13.1.
Result: Approved
14.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regular Schedule Meeting:
September 12, 2019
7:30 a.m.
District Administrative Offices
September 19, 2019
6:30 p.m.
District Administrative Office
Minutes
- The Board is planning to hold a Special Meeting on August 29th.
15.
19-102 Executive Session
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment/appointment of a public employee/official, to prepare for negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment, and to consider matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or regulations or state statutes.
Minutes
- The Board took a brief recess at 7:50 p.m. and entered Executive Session at 8:04 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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
16.
19-103 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board approve to exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- The Board exited Executive Session at 8:57 p.m. and adjourned.
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 | ||
| Mr. Camden Edwards, Student Board Representative | X |
