Meeting Details
February 16, 2023
6:30pm - 10:30pm
4 hr
Big Walnut High School Auditorium
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.
President
- Call to Order
- Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
- Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
4.
23-029 Minutes
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of the January 12, 2023, Organizational meeting.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
5.
Recognitions
- Kai Lindesmith, BWE Student of the Month - Mrs. Graziosi
- Danielle Maynard, BWHS Student of the Month - Mrs. Dorsch
- Lily McIntire, BWE Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Nicks
- Theodore Dancer, BWHS Art Student of the Month - Mr. Crowl
6.
Superintendent's Report
- Safety Grant
- Facilities
- Redistricting Plan
7.
Treasurer's Report
- Monthly Financial Update
- Public Record Request Update
8.
Board Members Items of Interest
9.
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.)
10.
Business Items
10.1
23-030
It is recommended the Board approve the FY 2023 Alternative Tax Budget Information to be submitted to the County Auditor.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.2
23-031
It is recommended the Board approve the 2022 Tax Rates for taxes collected in 2023 and estimated revenue.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.3
23-032
It is recommended the Board approve the following Big Walnut Preschool and Kindergarten tuition fees for the 2023/2024 school year:
- Preschool tuition $200 per month for 9 months (September - May)
- Kindergarten full-day tuition $200 per month for 9 months (September - May)
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.4
23-033
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Sunbury and the Big Walnut Local School District, effective February 1, 2023.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.5
23-034
It is recommended the Board approve adding the attached new activity account budget.
Minutes
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.6
23-035
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Board of Revision Appeal.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, 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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.7
23-036
It is recommended the Board approve the Personal Property Auction Sale Agreement between United Country Real Estate and Auction Service, LLC 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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
10.8
23-037
It is recommended the Board approve the mClass testing materials.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, 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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.
Human Resources
All HR items are pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.1
23-038
It is recommended the Board accept the following resignations:
- Mark Inscho, Maintenance Worker, effective January 15, 2023 (pending approval as part-time District Custodian)
- Patricia Clawson, Preschool Teaching Assistant, ELC, effective at the end of the day on February 3, 2023
- Doug Swartz, Director of Facilities, effective at the end of the day on February 10, 2023
- Tamara Bolin, GRE Food Service Worker, effective at the end of the day on February 28, 2023 - due to retirement
- Quin Thomas, Social Studies Teacher, BWHS, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year
- Laura Morgan, Teaching Assistant, BWIS, effective at the end of the day February 28, 2023
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.2
23-039
It is recommended the Board approve Mark Inscho, BW ELC part-time 2nd shift District Custodian (5 hours/day), step 14, effective January 16, 2023, current contract remains in effect.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.3
23-040
It is recommended the Board approve the attached supplemental contracts for the 2023 spring athletic coaches.
Minutes
Result: Approved
11.4
23-041
It is recommended the Board approve the following employment revisions:
- Jennifer Lieurance from BWMS Teaching Assistant, 190-day contract, to ELC Preschool Assistant, 156-day contract, effective February 6, 2023
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.5
23-042
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year contract for the 2022/2023 school year for the following:
- Kimberly Long, Spanish Teacher, BWHS, BA step 2, effective January 26, 2023
- Mackenzie Duffey, Intervention Specialist, SOU, BA step 1, effective February 2, 2023
- Jacob Delight, Teaching Assistant, BWHS, step 0, effective February 13, 2023
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.6
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following unpaid leaves of absence:
- Gary Schubert, Bus Driver, effective beginning at the end of the day on January 17, 2023, and lasting through the end of the 2022/2023 school year
- Lucy Rupert, Teaching Assistant, SOU, effective beginning January 31 through March 13, 2023
- Amanda Isganitis, Teaching Assistant, BWHS, effective beginning February 13, 2023, through the end of the 2022/2023 school year
- Heather McCoy, Grade 5, BWIS, effective February 9 through February 17, 2023
Minutes
- 23-043 Mr. Fujii motioned to remove Amanda Isganitis from item 11.6, Mrs. Graziosi seconded.
- Yeas: Mr. Fujii, Mrs. Graziosi, Mrs. Nicks & Mrs. Dorsch Abstained: Mr. Crowl
- Motioned Passed
- 23-044 Mrs. Nicks motioned to approve item 11.6, Mr. Fujii seconded.
- Yeas: Mr. Fujii, Mrs. Graziosi, Mrs. Nicks, Mrs. Dorsch & Mr. Crowl
- Motioned Passed
- 23-045 Mr. Fujii motioned to approve the unpaid leave for Amanda Isganitis BWHS, effective beginning February 13, 2023, through the end of the 2022/2023 school year, Mrs. Nicks seconded.
- Yeas: Mr. Fujii, Mrs. Graziosi, Mrs. Nicks & Mrs. Dorsch Abstained: Mr. Crowl
- Motioned Passed
11.7
23-046
It is recommended the Board approve a one-time salary correction for Linda Klamfoth, Administrative Assistant - Administrative Services, to $59,569, for compensation at 260-day contract effective retroactively to July 1, 2022.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
11.8
23-047
It is recommended the Board increase the daily rate for substitute teachers from $100/day to $150/day, and the rate for the 31st -60th consecutive days from $105/day to $155/day effective beginning March 1, 2023.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
12.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
March 16, 2023
6:30 pm
District Administrative Office
Streaming will be made available on the District website.
Minutes
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
13.
Executive Session
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, 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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
13.1
23-048
It is recommended the Board enter Executive Session to discuss details relative to the security arrangements and emergency response protocols for the Board of Education and to consider confidential information related to the marketing plans, specific business strategy, production techniques, trade secrets, or personal financial statements of an applicant for economic development assistance, or to negotiations with other political subdivisions respecting requests for economic development assistance, to consider the employment of a public employee or official, and to confer with an attorney for the Board of Education concerning disputes involving the Board that are the subject of pending or imminent court action.
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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
14.
23-049 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- Adjourn meeting at 9:56 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member | X | ||
| Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep | X |
