Meeting Details
January 21, 2021
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
4.
Roll Call
Minutes
- The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm.
- Mr. Fujii was not present.
5.
District Goals
- Improve Academic Achievement
- Promote Whole-Child Development
- Optimize Capital & Human Resources
- Demonstrate Financial Responsibility
6.
21-018 Minutes
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes for the December 3 and 10, 2020 regularly scheduled meetings and the December 15, 2020 special meeting.
Minutes
- Mr. Crowl noted that he was not present at the meetings on 12/3/2020 and 12/10/2020 and wished to split the vote.
- Mr. Schneider suggested amending the agenda to break out the two meetings that Mr. Crowl was not for one vote and the one that he was as a second vote.
- 21-018 Mrs. Lee motioned to approve the minutes for the December 3 and 10, 2020 regularly scheduled meetings, Mrs. Dorsch seconded the motion.
- Mrs. Lee - Yes, Mrs. Dorsch - Yes, Mr. Crowl - Abstain, Mr. Schneider - Yes
- 21-019 Mrs. Lee motioned to approve the minutes for the December 15, 2020, special meeting Mrs. Dorsch seconded the motion.
- Mrs. Lee - Yes, Mrs. Dorsch - Yes, Mr. Crowl - Yes, Mr. Schneider - Yes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Liana Lee, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
7.
Superintendent's Report
7.1
District Goal: Improve Academic Achievement
- Hylen Souders Elementary, Building Presentation - Mr. Matt Cox
- Hylen Souders Elementary, CIP Update - Mr. Matt Cox
- Delaware Area Career Center - Ms. Mary Beth Freeman, Superintendent; Dave Gilliam, Student Services Supervisor; Mr. Brice Clawson, BW DACC Board Member
- Academic Achievement Update - Mrs. Jen Young
7.2
District Goals: Promote Whole-Child Development
7.3
District Goal: Optimize Capital & Human Resources
- Construction Update - Mr. Doug Swartz
- Human Resources Update - Mr. Mark Cooper
8.
Recognitions
- Sam Stewart, Big Walnut Middle School Student of the Month - Mr. Steve Fujii
- Juden Bozic, Hylen Souders Elementary School Student of the Month - Mr. Brad Schneider
- School Board Recognition Month - Mrs. Angie Hamberg
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Demonstrate Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financial Statement
10.
Selected Board Policy
First reading of the following policy revisions:
- 1520 - Employment of Administrators (revised)
- 3120 - Employment of Professional Staff (revised)
- 3120.04 - Employment of Substitutes (revised)
- 4120 - Employment of Classified Staff (revised)
- 4120.08 - Employment of Personnel for Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Activities (revised)
- 4124 - Employment Contract (replacement)
10.1
21-019
It is recommended the Board adopt the following new and revised policies (second reading)
- 5460.02 Students At-Risk of Not Qualifying for a High School Diploma (new)
- 8800 - Religious/Patriotic Ceremonies & Observances (revised)
- 6152.01 - Waiver of School Fees for Instructional Materials (revised)
- 5611 - Due Process Rights (revised)
- 6146 - Post-Issuance Compliance Policy (revised)
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 |
11.
Board Members Items of Interest
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
21-020
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution Owner Change Order 068 to the Construction Manager at Risk Agreement with Gilbane Building Company for the New High School with Athletic Improvements and New Elementary School on a Contiguous Site Project.
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 |
13.2
21-021
It is recommended the Board approve the following fund transfers:
- $3,746.00 transfer from 200-9021 BWHS Class of 2021, transfer to 200-9222 BWHS Class of 2022
- $5,119.98 transfer from 200-9019 BWHS Class of 2019, transfer to 200-9021 BWHS Class of 2021
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, 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 |
13.3
21-022
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution Authorizing Dedication of Roadway Improvement to Village of Sunbury.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, 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 |
13.4
21-023
It is recommended the Board approve the following donations:
- $524.00 donated to BWHS, donated by BW Athletic Boosters - BWHS Principal Fund # 018-9001
- $30.70 donated to Prarie Run Elementary, donated by Coca-Cola - PRE Principal Fund # 018-9006
- $20.00 donated to GRE, donated by The Blackbaud Giving Fund - GRE Principal Fund # 018-9008
- $8,000.00 - $1,000 donated to all BW schools, donated by BW Neighborhood Bridges
- ELC Princ Fund # 018-9003
- BWMS Princ Fund #018-9002
- BWHS Princ Fund #018-9001
- SOU Princ Fund #018-9004
- BWE Princ Fund #018-9005
- PRE Princ Fund #018-9000
- $126.00 donated to BWHS Mock Trial, donated by Sanders Family - BWHS Mock Trial Fund #200-9780
- $115.00 donated to BWMS Student Council, donated by Anonymous Staff - BWMS Student Council Fund #200-9612
- $2,732.10 donated to BWHS & BWMS Athletic Depts., donated by (see attached)
- $1,581.05 BWHS Athletic Fund #300-9501
- $1,151.05 BWMS Athletic Fund #300-9502
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, 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 |
14.
Human Resources
14.1
21-024
It is recommended the Board accept the following resignations:
- Jennifer Young, Director of Academic Achievement, effective May 29, 2021
- Laura Lawrence, Student Services Director, effective July 31, 2021
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 |
14.2
21-025
It is recommended the Board approve the following contracts:
- Jill Schneider, Hylen Souders Elementary, Office Assistant, one-year classified contract, 4 hrs/day, step 0, effective January 19, 2021
- Julia Blair, Bus Driver, 90-day classified contract, step 1, effective January 19, 2021
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 |
14.3
21-026
It is recommended the Board approve the following revisions:
- Patti Tarney, retirement, effective November 1, 2020 - to the end of the day on October 31, 2020 - motion 20-101
- Patrick Flanagan, BWHS, assistant coach, girls' basketball, group 4 step 3 - to group 3 step 4 - motion 20-136
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 |
14.4
21-027
It is recommended the Board approve the extension of the unpaid leave of absence for Gene Simpkins, BWHS Custodian, through February 28, 2021
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, 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 |
14.5
21-028
It is recommended the Board approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Big Walnut Education Association (Association) and the Big Walnut Local Board of Education (Board) agreeing that Article XI - Member Evaluation and all other articles/items that reference member evaluation throughout the negotiated agreement will be revised for the 2020-2021 school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and recent legislative changes.
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 |
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
February 11, 2021
7:30 am
District Administrative Office
February 18, 2021
6:30 pm
District Administrative Office
Streaming will be made available on the District website. Any Board meeting or Board member may be virtual at any time.
16.
Executive Session
16.1
21-029
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to consider the employment/appointment of a public employee/official and to consider matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or regulations or state statutes.
Minutes
- The Board took a brief recess and started the executive session at 8:35 pm.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, 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 |
17.
21-030 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- The Board exited executive session at 8:54 pm and adjourned.
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 |
