Meeting Details
March 17, 2022
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 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
- Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
- Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Roll Call
Minutes
- The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm with all members present.
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
5.
District Goals
- Improve Academic Achievement
- Promote Whole-Child Development
- Optimize Capital & Human Resources
- Demonstrate Financial Responsibility
6.
Minutes
6.1
.
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of the February 10, 2022 Board meeting.
Minutes
- Mr. Fujii requested to table the vote on the minutes for the February 10th meeting.
6.2
22-039
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of the February 17, 2022 Board meeting.
Minutes
- Mrs. Nicks noted that there was an error on the February 17, 2022 minutes item 6.1. Mrs. Graziosi was shown as voting on this meeting and it should be Mrs. Nicks.
- The Board voted to approve as amended.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
7.
Recognitions
7.1
.
- Rylan Ranalli, Prarie Run Elementary Student of the Month - Mrs. Angela Graziosi
- Landon Barone, General Rosecrans Elementary Student of the Month - Mr. Stephen Fujii
- Gloria Giordano, Prairie Run Elementary Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Angela Graziosi
- Emily Smith, General Rosecrans Elementary Art Student of the Month - Mr. Stephen Fujii
- Young People's Art Exhibition Recognitions- Mrs. Sherri Dorsch
- Youth Art Month Exhibition Recognitions - Mrs. Alice Nicks
8.
Superintendent's Report
8.1
District Goal: Improve Academic Achievement
- Prairie Run Elementary School Building Presentation - Mrs. Kim Castiglione
- CCP Presentation - Mrs. Penny Sturtevant
- Curriculum Update - Mrs. Annie Clark & Ms. Kate Thoma
8.2
District Goals: Promote Whole-Child Development
8.3
District Goal: Optimize Capital & Human Resources
- Construction Update - Mr. Doug Swartz
9.
Treasurer's Report
9.1
District Goal: Demonstrate Financial Responsibility
- Monthly Financial Statement
10.
Selected Board Policy
11.
Board Members Items of Interest
- Board Discussion - Policy 0155 Committees
Minutes
- 22-040 Mr. Fujii made a motion to reconsider the standing committee for community feedback as was approved during the February 10, 2022 meeting, Mrs. Dorsch seconded
- Yes - 5 No - 0
- 22-041 Mr. Fujii motioned to untable item 6.1 and Mr. Crowl seconded.
- Yes - 5 No - 0
- 22-042 Mr. Fuji motioned to approve the February 10, 2022, Regularly scheduled board meeting minutes, Mrs. Dorsch seconded.
- Yes - 5 No - 0
- The Board meeting recording can be found on our District website, which includes the Board Member Items of Interest.
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
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
- The Board took a 5-minute recess at 8:38 pm. 8:46 pm
- 22-043 Mrs. Graziosi motioned to extend the time of public participation, Mrs. Nicks seconded the motion.
- Yes - 4 (Mr. Crowl, Mrs. Nicks, Mrs. Dorsch, Mrs. Graziosi No - 1 (Mr. Fujii)
13.
Business Items
13.1
22-044
It is recommended the Board approve the appropriation modifications for FY22 to be submitted to the County Auditor's Office.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
13.2
22-045
It is recommended the Board approve the 2023 Master Service Agreement between META and Big Walnut Local School District.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
13.3
22-046
It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:
- BWHS Band and Choir, Universal Orlando Resort, November 26 - December 1, 2022
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
13.4
22-047 Donations
It is recommended the Board approve the following donations:
- $744.28 donated to BWHS, donated by BW Academic Boosters (BWHS Principals Fund # 018-9001
- $794.12 donated to BWHS Best Buddies, an anonymous donor (BWHS Best Buddies fund # 200-9901
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
14.
Human Resources
- Human Resources Report
14.1
22-048
It is recommended the Board approve the following revision:
- Revision in the co-curricular contract for Kyle Krygielski, stage manager, BWHS, from .5 to .33
Minutes
- Mr. Fujii motioned for consent agenda on items 14.1 through 14.4 inclusive, Mrs. Dorsch Seconded the motion.
Result: Approved
14.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following resignations:
- Jennifer Ranalli, BWHS intervention specialist, effective February 28, 2022
- Chad Woodard, BWHS 1st shift custodian, effective March 4, 2022
- Tim Smith, BWHS 2nd shift custodian, effective March 4, 2022
- Katy Gantz, PRE 2nd grade teacher, effective at the end of the 2021/2022 school year
- Greg Morris, bus driver, effective March 1, 2022 (due to retirement)
- Matt Wallschlaeger, BWHS science teacher, effective at the end of the 2021/2022 school year (due to retirement)
- Lori Yankie, bus driver, effective the end of the day June 30, 2022 (due to retirement)
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 22-048
Result: Approved
14.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic supplemental, pending receipt of background checks and all necessary documentation:
- Connor Clark, BWMS Track Assistant Coach, group 4 step 0
- Lindsey Pellington, Assistant Coach - Track (Girls), BWHS, group 4 step 0, .5 contract
- Mia Smith, Assistant Coach - Track (Boys), BWHS, group 4 step 0, .5 contract
- Ethan Benjamin, Volunteer Coach - Baseball, BWHS
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 22-048
Result: Approved
14.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve a leave of absence for the 2022/2023 school year for Jordan Blosser, SOU grade 2.
Minutes
- consent in item 14.1 motion 22-048
15.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
April 21, 2022
6:30 pm
District Administrative Office
Streaming will be made available on the District website.
16.
Executive Session
16.1
22-049
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to confer with an attorney concerning disputes involving the Board that are the subject of pending or imminent court action, to prepare for negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment, and to consider the employment of a public employee or official.
Minutes
- The Board took a brief recess at 9:53 pm and started the Executive Session at 10:03 pm.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
17.
22-050 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- The Board exited the Executive Session at 11:07 pm.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Savannah Smith, Student Board Rep | |||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X |
