Meeting Details
April 19, 2023
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Big Walnut District 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.
Minutes
- The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Result: Approved
2.
Oath of Office
2.1
.
Mr. Darren Jenkins,Treasurer, administers the oath of office to the new Board member.
3.
President
- Call to Order
- Moment of Silence for Personal Reflection
- Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Roll Call
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member |
5.
23-088 Minutes
It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of the March 16, 2023, regularly scheduled meeting and the March 23, April 4, 5, 6, and 10, 2023 special meetings.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
6.
Recognitions
- Lincoln Haught, SOU Student of the Month - Mrs. Graziosi
- Quincy Varughese, BWMS Student of the Month - Mrs. Nicks
- Flora Terry, SOU Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Graziosi
- Leah Reiter, BWMS Art Student of the Month - Mrs. Nicks
- Cheer Team - 2023 OASSA State Champions Game Day Cheerleading - Mr. Crowl
- Boys Bowling Team - State Qualifiers - Mr. Crowl
- Emma Rawls, All-State Honors Ensemble Choir - Mrs. Crowl
- Alex Snodgrass, All-State Honors Ensemble Choir - Mr. Crowl
- Adrianna Nagy Orchestra - Mr. Crowl
- John Wion, Swim State Qualifier - Mr. Crowl
- Zander Murnieks, Dive State Qualifer - Mr. Crowl
- Megan Weakley, All Ohio Special Mention - Mr. Crowl
7.
Superintendent's Report
- Brice Clawson - DACC Update
- Purple Star Family Recognition
8.
Treasurer's Report
- Monthly Financial Update
- Public Record Request Update
Minutes
Result: Approved
9.
Selected Board Policy
Minutes
- NEOLA update
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.)
NOTE: Protest signs will not be permitted at Board meetings.
12.
Business Items
12.1
23-089
It is recommended the Board approve the following bus lease or purchases:
- 2 handicapped buses not to exceed $155k/each for a lease/purchase term of 60 months
- 2 new regular route buses not to exceed $135k/each for lease/purchase a lease/purchase term of 60 months
- 1 regular route bus not to exceed $75k to replace bus #57 (bus totaled in accident)
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.2
23-090
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Agreement of Services between the Big Walnut Local School District and the Local Government Services Section of the Office of the Auditor of State.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.3
23-091
It is recommended the Board approve the following Agreement of Services between The Sunbury Meadows Community Development Authority and the Local Government Services Section of the Auditor of State.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.4
23-092
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Internet Access Service Agreement (E-Rate) between Metropolitan Educational Technology Association ("META") and the Big Walnut Local School District.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.5
23-093
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Master Service Agreement between META Solutions and Big Walnut Local School District.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.6
23-094
It is recommended the Board approve the attached Voucher Joinder Resolution for School Districts.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.7
23-095
It is recommended the Board approve the amended appropriations for the FY2023 to be submitted to the County Auditor's Office.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.8
23-096
It is recommended the Board approve the following instructional materials for the 2023/2024 school year:
- Sonday System
- Step up to Writing
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.9
23-097
It is recommended the Board approve the Resolution Authorizing the 2023/2024 Membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.10
23-098
It is recommended the Board approve the 2024 Tax Budget for the Community Library.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.11
23-099
It is recommended the Board approve the Memorandum of Understanding for Use of Big Walnut Local Schools Closed-Circuit Video
(CCV) and Computer Systems, between the Delaware County Emergency Communications 9-1-1 Center, the Delaware County Sheriff, the Sunbury Police Department, and the Big Walnut Local School District Board of Education.
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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
12.12
23-100
It is recommended the Board overturn the recommendation of the Superintendent to continue using Speak as a curriculum resource at the high school level.
Minutes
- It was addressed that the issue is dead because it was not untabled.
13.
Human Resources
All HR items are pending receipt of successful background checks, verification of experience, and completion of all necessary documentation.
13.1
23-101
It is recommended the Board approve the following resignations:
- Susan Missman, SOU 2nd grade Teacher, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year, due to retirement
- James Hall, BWHS Assistant Principal, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year pending Board approved hire as Director of Facilities
- Michelle Takatch, bus driver, effective at the end of the day on April 6, 2023
- Sylvia Johnson, BWMS 1st shift custodian, effective at the end of the day on June 30, 2023, due to retirement
- Heather Mahle, BWHS Building Secretary, effective at the end of the 2022/2023 school year
Minutes
- Mrs. Graziosi motioned to consent items 13.1 through 13.11, Mr. Fujii seconded.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
13.2
.
It is recommended the Board approve the termination of Luke Luthi, BWMS 2nd shift custodian, last day of employment March 27, 2023.
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.3
.
It is recommended the Board approve a leave of absence for the 2023/2024 school year for Kim Kuzevski, BWE 3rd grade Teacher.
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.4
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following classified contract recommendations for the balance of the 2022/2023 school year:
- Jean Babcock, 2nd shift custodian, BWE
- Kadi Penrod, bus driver
- Wendell Piper, 3rd shift custodian, BWHS
- Shelley Spinks-Rowe, food services, BWE
- Stacey Temple, 2nd shift custodian, BWMS
Minutes
Result: Approved
13.5
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following one-year certified contracts beginning the 2023/2024 school year:
- Adrienne Nipper, BWHS Science Teacher, BA+30 step 0
- Elizabeth Paul, BWHS Science Teacher, MA step 1
- Sarah Eyers, American Sign Language Teacher, BWHS, MA+15 step 3
- Curtis Crager, BWHS Credit Recovery Teacher, MA+30, step 15
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.6
.
It is recommended the Board approve a one-year limited contract, BA step 0, for the following long-term substitute to remain in effect through the completion of the current long-term assignment:
- Adrienne Nipper, BWHS Science Teacher, effective April 6, 2023
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.7
.
It is recommended the Board approve a 90-day contract for the following classified employees:
- Stephanie Baker, BWMS 2nd shift district custodian, step 5, effective April 17, 2023
- Michelle Fuchs, GRE food services, 2.5 hours/day, step 0 beginning March 20, 2023
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.8
.
It is recommended the Board approve a 260-day Administrative Level 1 contract for the following employees:
- James Hall, Director of Facilities, $105,500 annual salary, two-year contract, effective August 1, 2023, with up to 20 extended days at his daily rate to be used prior to August 1
- Darren Jenkins, Treasurer, $125,000 annual salary, five-year contract, effective August 1, 2023
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.9
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following revision:
- Mackenzie Duffey, SOU Intervention Specialist from BA to BA+15, effective February 2, 2023
- Dava Carter, Food Service, revise from 4.5 hours/day at BWI to 6 hours/day at BWHS, effective May 1, 2023
- Catrina Redfox, BWHS Teaching Assistant, revise start date from April 3 to March 20, 2023
- Christina Simmons, BWHS Food Service, revise from 3 hours/day to 5 hours/, effective April 1, 2023
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.10
.
It is recommended the Board approve a supplemental contract for the 2023/2024 school year for Curtis Crager, Head Football Coach, group 1 step 11.
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
13.11
.
It is recommended the Board approve the following Eagle Extension stipends ($210 each) for the 2022/2023 school year:
- Heidi Bridge, PRE Drum Ensemble
- Angela Keller, GRE Make & Create
- Alexa Bolton, GRE Make & Create
- Jody Grieger, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Tuesdays)
- Jennifer Barr, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Tuesdays)
- Jody Grieger, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Wednesdays)
- Jennifer Barr, GRE Fun Fitness Games & Activities (Wednesdays)
- Kristin Giraud, GRE Games & Puzzles
- Sarah Burke, GRE Games & Puzzles
Minutes
- Approved with consent in item 13.1 motion 23-101.
Result: Approved
14.
Scheduling of Next Board Meeting
Regularly Scheduled Meetings:
May 18, 2023
6:30 pm
District Administrative Office
Streaming will be made available on the District website.
15.
Executive Session
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member |
15.1
23-102
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, and to consider the employment of a public employee or official.
Minutes
- The Board entered Executive Session at 9:00 pm
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Angela Graziosi, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | ||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
16.
23-103 Adjourn
It is recommended the Board exit Executive Session and the meeting adjourns.
Minutes
- The Board excited Executive Session at 11:10 pm and the meeting adourned.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Fujii, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Alice Nicks, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Doug Crowl, 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 | |||
| Mr. Todd Smith, Board Member | X |
