Board of Education Meeting

1. Mission
Board President

The mission of the Big Walnut Local Schools is to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential.


2. President
Board President
  • Call to Order
  • Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
  • Pledge of Allegiance 

Minutes

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member   
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

3. Roll Call
Board President

4. 23-050 Minutes
Board President

It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of the January 12 and February 16, 2023, regularly scheduled meetings.

Minutes

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member   
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

5. Recognitions
Board President
  • Aubrey Nelson, GRE Student of the Month - Mrs. Graziosi
  • Avery Burke, PRE Student of the Month - Mrs. Dorsch
  • Gemavieve Smock, ELC Student of the Month - Mrs. Dorsch
  • Claire Statler, GRE Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Graziosi
  • Carmella Coram, PRE Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Dorsch
  • Ethan Clawson, All Ohio - Mr. Fujii
  • Art Exhibit Recognitions - Mrs. Nicks & Mr. Crowl

Minutes

  • Mrs. Graziosi arrived at 6:37

6. Superintendent's Report
Mr. Ryan McLane, Superintendent

7. Treasurer's Report
Mr. Darren Jenkins
  • Monthly Financial Update
  • Records Request Update


 


8. Selected Board Policy
Board President

9. Board Members Items of Interest
Board President
  • The Board meeting recording can be found on our District website, which includes the Board Members' Items of Interest.

Minutes

  • Mrs. Dorsch resigned from her board seat.
  • 23-051 Mr. Crowl motioned to accept her resignation, Mr. Fujii seconded.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member  X
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

10. Public Participation
Board President

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

  • LeAnne Carr - negative effect words can have on kids
  • Mindy Pankey - human trafficking risks
  • Barb Shelby - Sherri Dorsch
  • Adrienne Moyer - Coach Boyd
  • Paul Pankey - general comments & gratitude

11. Business Items

11.1 23-052
Mr. Darren Jenkins

It is recommended the Board approve the following new activity account:

  • PRE Art 300-9416

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

11.2 23-053
Mr. Darren Jenkins

It is recommended the Board approve the College Credit Plus Tuition and Fees/School District Book Process Memorandum of Understanding between Columbus State Community College and Big Walnut Local School District.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

11.3 23-054
Darren Jenkins

It is recommended the Board approve the license and subscription agreement between PowerSchool and Big Walnut Local School District, effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

11.4 23-055
Mr. Ryan McLane

It is recommended the Board approve a budget adjustment in the amount of $16,000 to go towards the purchase of a grand piano for the BWHS Performing Arts Center.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

11.5 23-056

It is recommended the Board approve the following donations: 

  • $1,531.31 donated to BWFFA, donated by BW FFA Boosters - BWHS FFA Fund # 2009330
  • $4,000 donated to BWLSD, donated by Neighborhood Bridges - Principals Fund # 018-9001, 9002, 9003, 9004, 9005, 9006, 9008 & 9009

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

11.6 23-057

It is recommended the Board approve the following extended field trip:

  • Girls' Track and Field Team, April 14-15, 2023, Parkersburg South Invitation in West Virginia
  • Three BW students and three staff members, Honor Flight's Mission 121, May 4, 2023

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12. Human Resources
Mr. Ryan McLane, Superintendent

All HR items are pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation.

Minutes

Result: Approved


12.1 23-058

It is recommended the Board approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the Big Walnut School District Board of Education and OAPSE/AFSCME Local 4/AFL-CIO and its Local #524 regarding the Stipend In Lieu of Health Savings Account Deposit.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.2 23-059

It is recommended the Board approve a classified contract for Isabelle Mockler, SOU Teaching Assistant, step 0, effective February 27, 2023.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.3 23-061

It is recommended the Board approve the following resignations:

  • Jordan Blosser, SOU 2nd Grade Teacher, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year
  • Nichole Hall, BWHS Food Service Worker, effective February 28, 2023, pending Board approved hire as BWHS Head Cook
  • Debra Morgenstern, Bus Driver, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year - due to retirement
  • Samantha Rogers, BWMS ELA, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year
  • Lynette Greene, Bus Driver, effective at the end of the day on March 21, 2023
  • Isabelle Mockler, SOU Teaching Assistant, step 0, effective February 28, 2023
  • Chris Shaffer, BWMS District Custodian - 2nd Shift, effective at the end of the day on March 19, 2023, pending Board approved hire as Maintenance personnel
  • Lesley Cannell, Grade BWE 4th grade Teacher effective March 31, 2023

 

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.4 23-062

It is recommended the Board approve Nichole Hall, BWHS Head Cook, current step, continuing contract to remain in effect pending successful completion of 90-day probationary period, effective beginning March 1, 2023.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.5 23-063

It is recommended the Board approve the following classified contracts:

  • Rick Essex, BWI Teaching Assistant, step 7, effective March 13, 2023
  • Catrina Redfox, BWHS Teaching Assistant, step 0, effective April 3, 2023
  • Tyler Shuster, GRE Teaching Assistant, step 0, effective March 13, 2023
  • *Chad Woodard, Maintenance, 90-day contract, step 5, 260-days, effective April 3, 2023
  • Chris Shaffer, Maintenance, step 6, effective March 20, 2023, current contract remains in effect

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.6 23-064

It is recommended the Board approve a two-year, 260-day Administrative Level I contract for Michael Robertson, Director of Academic Achievement, $107,000 annual salary, effective August 1, 2023, with 5 extended days at his daily rate.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member  X
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.7 23-065

It is recommended the Board approve the following revision:

  • Patti Malone, GRE Food Service, revise from 2.5 hours/day to 5 hours/day, effective March 1, 2023
  • Kip Fashing, Bus Mechanic, revise from 4 hours/day to 3 hours/day, effective March 8, 2023
  • Kim Ishler, BWHS Head Cook, revise retirement to resignation as of the end of the 2022/2023 school year 
  • Rita Pavuk, Girls' Lacrosse, BWHS, rescind the supplemental contract
  • Jake Malik, Boys' Lacrosse, BWHS, revise from .5 to full (1) contract
  • Courtney Palmer, Girls' Lacrosse, BWHS, revise from .5 to full (1) contract
  • Doug Germann, BWHS Assistant Tennis Coach, revised from step 2 to step 3

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.8 23-066

It is recommended the Board approve the unpaid leave of absence for the following staff:

  • Lindsey Pellington, BWMS Science Teacher for the 2023/2024 school year
  • Michelle Nelson-Sherbourne, BWHS Teaching Assistant, March 22 - 24, 2023

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.9 23-067

It is recommended the Board approve the following athletic volunteer supplemental contracts for the 2022/2023 school year:

  • Aubry Logue, Girls' Lacrosse, BWHS
  • Rob Ebright, BWHS Boys' Volleyball
  • Craig Prim, BWHS Track

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

12.10 23-068

It is recommended the Board review and discuss the reporting structure of the proposed Business Manager position.

Minutes

  • Mr. Crowl read the  ORC section for a business manager.
  • No action was taken they will move forward with the hire for a Director of Facilities.

 

 

 

 

Motioned: Mr. Doug Crowl, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member


12.11 23-069

It is recommended the Board approve the 2023/2024 staffing plan.

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board RepX  

13. Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Board President

Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
            WEDNESDAY, April 19, 2023
            6:30 pm
            District Administrative Office      
Streaming will be made available on the District website.                 
                 
           
           

Minutes

  • Special Meeting is scheduled for March 23 at 6:30 at the Board Office to discuss Speak and RFP for legal services.

 


14. Executive Session
Board President

14.1 23-070

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

  • Entered Executive Session at 9:15 pm.

 

 

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep   

15. 23-071 Adjourn
Board President

It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.

Minutes

  • It is recommended the Board exited Executive Session at 10:20 pm.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Doug Crowl, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Sherri Dorsch, Board MemberX  
Mr. Steve Fujii, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board MemberX  
Ms. Sophia Erndt, Student Board Rep