Meeting Details
February 18, 2020
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Galion Middle School Computer Lab
Purpose
N/A
1.
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
1.1
Roll Call
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
1.3
Adopt Agenda
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
1.4
Acknowledgement of Guests
1.5
Community Input
1.6
Correspondence
2.
PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITION
2.1
Galion Primary School Student Recognition
Recognition of students from the Primary School:
- Jaxin Wolfe
- Lillyauna Huddlestun
2.2
Arts Presentation
Elementary Music Teacher Alisha Griffin, along with several students, will demonstrate what they are learning in Elementary Music class.
High School Art Teacher Linda Wilson will present art work from the following students that will be submitted to the Governor's Show:
- Brodie Cooper
- Alison Longwell
- Brooke Kelly
- Samantha Comer
- Kailtlin Bailey
Slide show presentation provided by Kevin Dickinson, Middle School Art Teacher.
3.
ADDENDUM ITEM Oath of Office
Due to Brian Owens attending the January 2020 Organizational Meeting via teleconference, the Oath of Office for Re-Elected Board Member and Vice President is administered to Mr. Owens.
4.
TREASURER'S REPORT
4.1
January 14, 2020 Organizational Board Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Motioned: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.2
January 14, 2020 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Motioned: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.3
February 10, 2020 Special Board Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Motioned: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.4
January 2020 Financial Statements
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.5
Monthly Financial Report - General Fund Only
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.6
Audit Compliance - System Generated Reports
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.7
Peer to Peer Data Analytics
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
5.
FINANCIAL RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1
Fund to Fund Transfer
Recommend to transfer $40,813.44 from the General Fund to the Energy Conservation Improvement Bond Fund representing the principal and interest payments for the Energy Conservation Bonds.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.
DONATIONS
6.1
American Legion Post 243
Recommend to accept a $1,500 donation from the American Legion Post 243 Galion, Ohio for Educational Field Trips.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.2
Galion Boosters Club
Recommend to accept a $100 donation for the Galion Boosters Club for the High School Band Account.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
7.
REPORTS & DISCUSSION
7.1
Student Board Representative
7.2
Superintendent's Report
8.
BOARD OF EDUCATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommend to accept the resignation of Superintendent Jim Grubbs, currently on a Limited Administrative contract, effective July 31, 2020.
Minutes
Motioned: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.
SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS- PERSONNEL
9.1
Certified
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Corwin Ratliff, Galion Intermediate School Teacher, from Bachelors + 12 to Bachelors + 24, effective with the 14th pay of the contract year (February 28, 2020), per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Rich Ulmer, Galion Middle School Teacher, from Bachelors + 12 to Masters, effective with the 14th pay of the contract year (February 28, 2020), per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Alison Weltmer, Galion Middle School Teacher, from Bachelors to Bachelors + 12, effective with the 14th pay of the contract year (February 28, 2020), per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.2
Certified Extra-Duty
Recommend to approve the following 2020 Summer Assignments:
GPS Summer School (to be paid $20.00 per hour)
- Lindy Edgell
- Jena Gardner
- Jamie Maguire
- Meghan Tyrrell
- Sub: Julie Polak
GIS Summer School (to be paid $20.00 per hour)
- Angie Brocwell
- Paula Seng
GHS Summer School (to be paid $20.00 per hour)
- Angie Gimbel
Kindergarten Boot Camp Teachers (to be paid $110 per day out of The Striving Readers Grant):
- Lindy Edgell
- Lindsay Gribble
- Suzanne Woodmansee
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.3
Classified
Recommend to approve employment of the following Classified Substitute Personnel, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements as applicable to the position for the 2019-2020 school year:
- Jack Wright - Substitute Custodian
- Anna Burlile - Substitute Cook
- Angela Shepherd - Substitute Secretary
Recommend to approve the following Classified Employees for Summer 2020 Kindergarten Boot Camp Aides, to be paid per the salary schedule as adopted by the OAPSE #370 Negotiated Agreement:
- Kristen Lehman
- Laura Rigdon
Recommend to approve the employment of Allison Kiss as Secretary II, High School Attendance Secretary/Central Registrar, effective March 2, 2020. Salary to be based upon the OAPSE Local #370 Salary Schedule for the 2019-2020 school year.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.4
Athletic Extra-Duty
Recommend to approve the following Athletic Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2019-2020 school year:
- Brent Tyrrell: Varsity Track Assistant
- Jaime Valentine: Freshman Track Assistant
- Elizabeth Volz: 7th/8th Track Assistant
- Cole Plumb: 7th/8th Track Assistant
- Alison Weltmer: 7th/8th Track Assistant
- Rich Ulmer: Varsity Baseball Assistant
- Josh Riggle: Varsity Baseball Volunteer
- Mike Schaffner: Varsity Baseball Volunteer
- Amy Keller: Freshman Softball Assistant
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.5
Pupil Activity Contracts
Recommend to approve the following Pupil Activity Contracts for the 2019-2020 school year:
- Jamie Tate: Varsity Track Assistant
- Colby Bright: Varsity Track Assistant
- Colton Moore: Freshman Track Assistant
- Mindy Yost: 7th/8thTrack Assistant
- Jeff Court: Varsity Track Volunteer
- Darin Bright: Varsity Track Volunteer
- Drake Barnett: Varsity Track Volunteer
- Phillip Harris: Varsity Baseball Assistant
- Bethanie Bowron: Varsity Baseball Volunteer
- Alan Conner: Varsity Boys Tennis Volunteer
- Scott Carrier: Varsity Softball Assistant
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
10.
SMALL CLAIMS COURT FILING
Authorize the Treasurer, on behalf of the Board of Education, to initiate small claims court filing against Main Street Tours, Inc., in regards to dispute involving financial item occurring during calendar year 2019, and which is unresolved. The Board of Education authorizes the Treasurer to take this action pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 3313.17 and Board Bylaw 0122.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
11.
AGREEMENTS AND RESOLUTIONS
11.1
Mid-Ohio ESC - CPI Training
Recommend to approve the agreement between the Galion City School District and Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, effective for January 17, 2020, for CPI Training, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
11.2
Mid-Ohio ESC - Professional Development for Non-Public School
Recommend to approve the contract service agreement between the Galion City School District and Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, effective for the 2019-2020 school year, for the purpose of providing Professional Development services for Galion St. Joseph School, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
11.3
2020-2021 North Central State College CCP Agreement
Recommend to approve an agreement between the Galion City School District and North Central State College, for the purpose of providing higher education opportunities to qualified learners within the District, effective for the 2020-2021 school year, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
11.4
Resolution to Authorize Sale Proceedings for Old Bus Garage
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
12.
TITLE I - ANNUAL NOTICE
The Galion City School District Board of Education enhances the educational program for educationally disadvantaged students with the use of federal funding. Title I funding ensures that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on Ohio's challenging state academic achievement standards and state academic assessments. A complete copy of Galion's Title I Services Policy 2261, Parents Participation in Title Programs Policy 2261.01, and Parent's Right to Know Policy 2261.02 are linked below.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
13.
FIELD TRIPS
Recommend to approve the following field trips for the 2019-2020 school year:
Primary School trips:
- May 6, 2020 - Preschool Field Trip to ECO Center in Caledonia, OH
- May 18 and 19, 2020 - Kindergarten Field Trip to Lowe Volk Park
- May 20, 2020 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Galion Historical Society
- May 12 or 13, 2020 (exact date TBD) - 2nd Grade Field Trip to Cross Roads Candles in Bucyrus, OH
Intermediate School trip:
- TBD in May 2020 - 5th Grade Field Trip to Galion Historical Society
Middle School trip:
- February 28, 2020 - Top Sellers in GMS fundraiser will take a limo to CiCi's Pizza in Ontario, OH
ADDENDUM ITEM - Athletic:
- March 7, 2020 - State Indoor Track Competition at the Spire Institute in Geneva, OH. Requires an overnight stay.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
14.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
An executive session is requested for one or more of the following matters to:
__XX___ a. consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, or to consider the investigations of charges or complaints against a public employee, official, licensee or "regulated individual"; unless the person being investigated of charges or complaints requests a public hearing;
_____ b. consider the purchase or sale of public property if the public interest would be hurt by the premature disclosure of the information;
_____ c. confer with the public body's attorney for the purpose of considering disputes if a court action concerning the dispute is either pending or imminent;
_____ d. prepare for, conduct, or review negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees;
_____ e. consider matters required by federal laws, or rules, or state statutes to be kept confidential;
_____ f. consider specialized details of security arrangements if the information could be used for criminal purposes.
_____g. no action taken.
RECESS TIME: 8:21PM
RECONVENE TIME: 9:07PM
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
15.
ADJOURN
Meeting Adjourned at: 9:15 PM
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mr. Brian Owens, Vice President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Grant Garverick, President- Board of Education | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Debra Donaldson, Board of Education Member | X |
