Meeting Details
October 15, 2020
6:30pm - 10:30pm
4 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 pm with all members present.
4.
District Goals
- Improve academic achievement
- Improve communication
- Plan for growth (facility plan)
- Financial responsibility
5.
Minutes
5.1
20-119
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes for the September 10 and 17, 2020 regularly scheduled meetings.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
6.
Superintendent's Report
6.1
District Goal: Improve Communication
- COVID-19 Update
6.2
District Goals: Student Academic Achievement
- General Rosecrans Building Presentation - Ms. Kate Thoma
- General Rosecrans CIP Update - Ms. Kate Thoma
- Academic Update: Graduation Requirements- Mrs. Penny Sturtevant and Mrs. Kelley Bloomer
6.3
District Goal: Planning for Growth
- Construction Update
7.
Recognitions
- Anthony Rodriquez, General Rosecrans Elementary Student of the Month - Mrs. Liana Lee
- August Wilson, Big Walnut Intermediate School Student of the Month - Mrs. Sherri Dorsch
8.
Treasurer's Report
8.1
District Goal: Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financial Statement
- BW Growth Forum
9.
Selected Board Policy
10.
Board Members Items of Interest
11.
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.)
12.
Business Items
12.1
20-120
It is recommended the Board approve the following donations:
- $100.80 donated to BWHS Yearbook, donated by Kroger, BWHS Yearbook Fund # 200-9680
- Grocery cart donated to BWIS, donated by Kroger
- $100 donated to GRE, donated by Middlefield Grant (Dorothy Branham), GRE Principal Fund # 018-9008
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
13.
Human Resources
- Human Resources Update
13.1
20-121
It is recommended the Board approve the following resignations:
- Kellie Brooks, BWHS food service worker, effective October 15, 2020
- Kaylann Yankie, BWE 1st grade teacher, effective immediately
- Austin Geiger, PRE 2nd shift custodian, effective September 16, 2020
- Christie Barnett, BWHS teaching assistant, effective October 2, 2020
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
13.2
20-122
It is recommended the Board approve the following classified contracts:
- Kellie Brooks, BWHS teaching assistant, step 0, effective October 19, 2020
- Tiffany VonAlmen, BWIS food service worker, 3 hours/day, step 0, 90-day classified contract, effective October 19, 2020
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
13.3
20-123
It is recommended the Board approve the attached supplemental athletic contracts pending receipt of background checks and all necessary documentation, for the 2020/2021 school year.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
13.4
20-124
It is recommended the Board revise the leave of absence for Jarrett Wampler from December 4 to December 11, 2020.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
14.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
November 12, 2020
7:30 am
District Administrative Office
November 19, 2020
6:30 pm
District Administrative Office
Streaming will be made available on the District website.
15.
20-125 Executive Session
15.1
.
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment/appointment of a public employee/official.
Minutes
- The Board took a brief recess and began the executive session at 7:30 pm.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep | X |
16.
20-126 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- The Board exited executive session and adjourned at 7:50 pm
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Brad Schneider, President | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Jacob Ross, Student Board Rep |
