Board of Education Meeting

1. PRELIMINARY ITEMS
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President

1.1 Roll Call

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VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

1.2 Pledge of Allegiance

1.3 Adopt Agenda And Addendum

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President

Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

2. COMMUNITY INPUT

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None


3. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President

Enter Executive Session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of a public employee.

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Entered into executive at 6:34 p.m.

Attending executive session:  Board Members, Kathy Jenney and Jeri Wires.

Reconvened at 7:06 p.m.

     

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

4. CERTIFIED REDUCTION IN FORCE RESOLUTION TO REINSTATE CONTRACTS, ARTICLE IV SECTION I
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Recommend the Board reinstate the contract of Sean Maguire as Middle School Health Teacher as a result of being reinstated under the provisions of the reduction in force procedure effective with the 2012-13 school year.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President

Seconded: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

5. SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS - PERSONNEL
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Approve the employment of the following personnel contingent upon subsequent receipt by the Board of a satisfactory criminal record check from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation as required by law and applicable state certification:

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

5.1 Administrative

Approve the date corrections for the following administrative contracts:

Approve an addendum to the Administrator's Contract between the Board of Education of the Galion City Schools and Joe D. Tucker for the period of July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2014.

Approve the employment of Cheryl Jason as Student Support Services Specialist for the Galion Intermediate School for a one year contract for the period of July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 per the administrative salary range for the position.

Approve the employment of Ed Rich as Middle School Assistant Principal for a two year contract for the period of July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2014 per the administrative salary range for the Middle School Assistant Principal.


5.2 Classified

Approve DiAnna Danner as a 2.5 hour cook at Galion Intermediate School.


5.3 Extra-Duty

Approve the following Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2012-13 school year:

Cheerleading Co-Coaches:

Krista McKibben (60%)

Jamie Tate (40%)

Volunteer Cheerleading Coaches:

Michelle Harmon 

Heather Dyer

Freshmen Volleyball Coach:

Elizabeth Weithman

Seventh Grade Volleyball Coach:

Katie Holt

Volunteer Football Coach:

Rob Newcome


5.4 Race to the Top Technology Integration Coaches

Approve the following Race to the Top Technology Integration Coaches:

     Lynne Foust - Galion Primary School


6. AGREEMENTS
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Approve the following agreements:

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

6.1 Colonel Crawford Local School District Transportation Agreement

Approve a Transportation Agreement with Colonel Crawford Local School District to provide student transportation to the Tomorrow Center in Mt. Gilead, Ohio for the 2012-13 school year. Estimated cost is not to exceed $9,000.00.


6.2 Mt. Gilead Exempted Village School District Transportation Agreement

Approve a Transportation Agreement with Mt. Gilead Exempted Village School District to provide student transportation to the Ohio School for the Deaf and the Ohio School for the Blind for the 2012-13 school year.  Estimated cost is not to exceed $10,000.00.


6.3 Crawford County Family and Children First Council

Approve 2012-13 school year membership dues of $600.00 for Crawford County Family and Children First Council. Dues will be paid from the General Fund.


6.4 Contract with River Valley Local School District for Students with Disabilities

Recommend the Board approve a contract for students with disabilities through court placement for Galion resident students with River Valley Local School District for the 2012-13 school year.


6.5 Contract with River Valley Local School District for Non-Handicapped Students

Recommend the Board approve a contract for non-handicapped students attending the North Central Ohio Rehabilitation Center located in River Valley Local School District for the 2012-13 school year.


7. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT - GALION EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Approve a one year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Galion Education Association from August 15, 2012 through August 14, 2013 to include 0% on the base salary and a ten (10%) percent contribution on health, dental and vision insurance.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

8. SCHOOL BUS STOPS
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Approve the school bus stops for the 2012-13 school year as recommended by the Superintendent and further authorize the Superintendent to make changes as needed throughout the school year.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

9. VISITOR BLEACHER SITE PREPARATION PROJECT
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Approve a contract with Weithman Construction for the Visitor Football Bleacher site preparation project. This project will include demolition of existing visitor bleachers, site preparation and concrete installation per specifications. The total cost of the project is $19,875.00 and will be paid from the Building / Construction fund. 

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

10. VISITOR BLEACHER PROJECT
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

Accept the bid for Replacement Football Bleachers from Farnham Equipment for $35,950.00 and an additional $950.00 for supervision of installation. The total project cost of $36,900.00 will be paid through the Building / Construction fund. Estimated delivery is September 24, 2012. This bid was determined to be the lowest responsible and responsive bid based on bid price opened on August 17, 2012.  

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President   
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX  

11. WORK SESSION TOPICS
Dr. Kathleen Jenney, Superintendent

1.  State Report Card Update

2.  Levy Campaign

Minutes

Dr. Powell gave an update on the State Board of Education's decision to postpone the release of the State Report Card until the investigations are completed on the attendance reporting. No date for release has been announced.  The state has also not released the Value Added data

Consider posting rating outside each school building and at the edge of town.

Dr. Jenney asked Board Members to assist with identifying volunterrs for the levy committee.

The Board discussed digital course offerings and asked administration to consider how digital learning could be used as an alternative to out-of-school suspension.

 

 


12. ADJOURN
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President

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Adjourn at 7:32 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member

Seconded: Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education PresidentX  
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice PresidentX  
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education MemberX  
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member   
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education MemberX