Meeting Details
April 17, 2013
6:30pm
Galion Middle School Computer Lab
Purpose
Regular Board Meeting
Minutes
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
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Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
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Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
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Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Mr. Long discussed the community risk surveys - students are claiming that parents are not speaking to them about drug and alcohol use. As a community, BOE, and as parents we need to get word out about holding discussions concerning drugs and alcohol use.
20/20 vision for Crawford County reinforcing the importance of this communication taking place.
no vote necessary
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Mrs. Kuns recognized student achievement. Student academic challenge team in our schools consists of 4 different leagues: fall league-varsity took 10th out of 12 teams; JV took 3rd out of 16 teams; winter league-varsity took 5th out of 11 teams; JV went undefeated out of 13 teams.
In the winter tournament (Feb 21), Varsity tied for 1st but ended up 2nd after a tie breaker. Sierra Johnson, Jacob Bash, Vaughn Papenhausen and JD Smith received trophies.
In the Scholastic Showdown (March 16) lost to Shelby.
Dr. Jenney shared appreciation for Mrs. Nigh for her volunteer hours.
no vote necessary
New State Report Card Template.
Minutes
Dr. Powell shared changes in Ohio concerning Common Core Curriculum. National Curriculum being adopted by states.
Educator Evaluations begins next fall, currently in stage 4 & 5.
Next Generation Assessments - she will bring back in near future.
New Local Report Card - she shared a slide that displayed how different area schools are scored and how Galion's current scores would be reflected on new report card.
no vote necessary
Minutes
Dr. Jenney offered condolences to Christopher Cleveland's family.
Kindergarten registration and screening this week; so far 104 students. That is a low number, but may see many more before start of new year.
Offering civil service exam at this time for custodian position.
Pioneer registrations for next year being finalized; 74 students up from past years may be school with most students enrolled in area.
17 applicants for HS administrator for next year.
Levy resolutions on agenda in case levy would not pass in May.
Minutes
Megan spoke of the difficulty students are having about the loss of class mate Chris; also having difficult time with losing their perfect attendance if they attend funeral.
Band goes to state competition and that is very exciting.
Megan emailed her research paper to board members and asked them to submit response as soon as possible - topic Armed Police in Schools.
no vote necessary
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 Federal Bureau of Investigation as required by law and applicable state certification:
Award a two year administrative contract to Andrew M. Johnson, Middle School Principal, effective July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015 with salary to be based on the Administrative Salary Range for the assigned position.
Award a two year administrative contract to Cheryl D. Jason, Intermediate Elementary School Student Support Services Specialist, effective July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015 with salary to be based on the Administrative Salary Range for the assigned position.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
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Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
ADDENDUM ITEM: Accept the resignation of Superintendent - Dr. Kathleen Jenney effective July 31, 2013
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Accept the retirement resignation of Joe Tucker -Buildings and Grounds Supervisor effective November 1, 2013
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the following 2013-2014 teacher contracts as listed:
One-Year
Diana J. Hurlow
Joshua R. Riggle
P. Michael Schaffner
J. William Stepro
Two-Year
Randy L. Endsley
Nicole L. Lambright
Five-Year
Jena L. Gardner
Gina M. Redman
Linda K. Wilson
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Accept the retirement resignation of Charles R. Caldwell as the night custodian at Galion Intermediate School effective April 30, 2013.
Accept the resignation of Timothy W. Bartholomew as a substitute bus driver effective May 31, 2013.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Accept the resignation of the following Extra-Duty Assignments:
Jennifer Meyer - Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Jen Opperman - Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Approve the following Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2012-2013 school year:
Jeanie Rinehart - Junior Varsity Softball Coach
Michael O'Leary - Volunteer Baseball Coach
ADDENDUM ITEM - Marcia Wheeler - Freshman Cheerleader Advisor
Minutes
Ammend motion - Marcia Wheeler is for the 13-14 school year.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve Krista McKibben for a $400.00 stipend to prepare the curriculum for the Probability and Statistics course to be offered starting with the 2013-2014 school year at Galion High School.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
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Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the following personnel for the retire-rehire one-year plan. Teachers must retire by May 31, 2013 in order to be rehired in August 2013. Retiree will be rehired with a one-year contract at the same step, experience level and degree level held before retiring. Retiree will be guaranteed a position for one year and will not receive a second one-year contract. Retiree will be entitled to all benefits during the 2013-2014 school year. There will be no break in insurance coverage between the date the teacher retires and the date they are rehired if retirement is on May 31, 2013:
JoAnn Wiggins
Christine Cletzer
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the following District Leadership and Building Leadership Team for the 2012-2013 school year to be paid the hourly contractual rate of $20.00 from grant funds:
Larry Dawson
Lynn Evans
Josh Riggle
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the following for 2013 Seasonal Technology Maintenance support at a rate of minimum wage per hour. Hours to be preapproved by the Superintendent:
Dominic Erlsten
Stephen Noggle
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Recommend the Galion School District accept the agreement from DT Petroleum for the 5 year lease to purchase agreement for diesel fuel tank to be maintained by DT Petroleum for the life of the lease. DT Petroleum will be responsible for all permits over the 5 year life of lease. At the end of the 5 years, the tank will become the property of Galion City Schools and permits will become responsibility of the district. The lease reads that Galion City Schools will pay DT Petroleum $130.00 a month for 60 months - total price of tank is $7,800.00.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the final 2012-2013 school year services with Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center for $160,341.00. Services include Talented and Gifted services, Curriculum and Instruction services, Occupational Therapy services, and Attendance services.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve Avita Health Care Work Well Program as the designated location for conducting the required bus driver T8 physicals.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve an agreement with North Central State College to serve as a practicum training site for the 2013-2014 school year. Practicum Field Experiences are required for students attending the Human Services Program at NCSC.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve an agreement with Mid-West Computer Services to provide technology support services during the 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 school years begining July 10, 2013 for a total of 2000 hours each year. The hours may be adjusted by mutual agreement between Mid-West Computer Services and the Superintendent. Mid-West Computer Services shall be compensated at an hourly rate of $19.00 in 2013-2014 and $20.00 in 2014-2015.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the non-renewal of all employees holding supplemental contracts for the 2012-2013 school year.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF CRAWFORD, MORROW AND RICHLAND COUNTIES, OHIO, REQUESTING THAT THE CRAWFORD COUNTY AUDITOR CERTIFY TO THIS BOARD CERTAIN INFORMATION PURSUANT TO R.C. 5705.03(B) AND R.C. 5705.21.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE
GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
OF CRAWFORD, MORROW AND RICHLAND COUNTIES
MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON
APRIL 17, 2013
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT:
THAT this Board hereby determines that it is necessary to levy an additional tax outside of the ten-mill limitation for the purpose of current expenses for a period of five (5) years at a rate of Eight (8.0) mills as authorized by R.C. 5705.21.
THAT this Board hereby requests that the Auditor of Crawford County, Ohio, certify to this Board:
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF CRAWFORD, MORROW AND RICHLAND COUNTIES, OHIO, REQUESTING THAT THE CRAWFORD COUNTY AUDITOR CERTIFY TO THIS BOARD CERTAIN INFORMATION PURSUANT TO R.C. 5705.03(B) AND R.C. 5705.217.
THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE
GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
OF CRAWFORD, MORROW AND RICHLAND COUNTIES
MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON
APRIL 17, 2013
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE GALION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT:
THAT this Board hereby determines that it is necessary to levy an additional tax outside of the ten-mill limitation for a period of five (5) years as follows: Eight (8.0) mills for the purpose of current expenses and One and Four-Tenths (1.4) mills for the purpose of ongoing permanent improvements as authorized by R.C. 5705.217, for a total tax levy of Nine and Four-Tenths (9.4) mills.
THAT this Board hereby requests that the Auditor of Crawford County, Ohio, certify to this Board:
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Accept the following donations:
- $5,000.00 from the Walter R. Hessenauer Foundation to be used for purchasing new concert band instruments.
- $100.00 from Todd and Marcy Werpy toward an athletic scholarship in memory of Carl King.
- $158.00 from Windfall Emanuel UCC in support of Hollyfield Youth Alliance Bullying program for Middle School Students.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Approve the first reading of the attached Board Bylaws and Policies.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Set a public meeting for re-employment of retired certified employees for July 17, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Galion Middle School Computer Lab.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Enter Executive Session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee and to prepare for negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of employment.
Minutes
entered into exec 7:31 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |
Minutes
Executive closed at 9:55 p.m.
Meeting adjourned at 9:56 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member
Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
---|---|---|---|
Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education President | X | ||
Mrs. Jennifer Kuns, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
Mr. George McElligott, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Brian Owens, Board of Education Member | X | ||
Mr. Robert Zeisler, Board of Education Member |