Meeting Details
August 15, 2023
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Galion Middle School Computer Lab
Purpose
N/A
1.
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
1.1
Roll Call
Minutes
All Present
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
1.3
* Adopt Agenda
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
1.4
Acknowledgement of Guests
1.5
Community Input
2.
EVALUATION TOOLS
Minutes
The attached evaluation forms will be used on a semi-annual basis to review the performance of the superintendent and the treasurer.
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.
* CONSENT AGENDA
3.1
Board of Education Meeting Minutes
July 18, 2023 Regular Monthly Meeting Minutes
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.2
Donations
Recommend to accept $12,200 from Galion City Schools Booster Club for Turf Tank Paint Robot, Receipt # 240035
Recommend to accept $103 from Galion High School Class of 1983 for Negative Lunch Balance Accounts, Receipt # 240061
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.3
Mid-Ohio ESC - Social Worker Agreement
Recommend to approve the contract service agreement between the Galion City School District and Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, effective for the 2023-2024 school year, for the purpose of providing a Social Worker to the District, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.4
23-24 NEOnet Proposal
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.5
City of Galion Use Agreements
Recommend to approve a Cross Country Use Agreement and Heise Park Tennis Courts Use Agreement with the City of Galion, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.6
2023-2024 Extra-Curricular Photographers
Recommend to approve granting the following non-compensated photographers the authorization to take photographs at extra-curricular activities for the Galion City School District, effective for the 2023-2024 school year:
- Craig Alguire - Photorama
- Gary Bellew - Unique Images
- Maria Winemiller - Photos by Maria
- Kathy Anatra - Anatra Graphic Art, Inc.
- Erin Miller - Images by Erin
- Lynne Foust - Treasured Memories
- Mark Baer - MLBaer Photography
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
3.7
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, Parent and Family Member Participation in Title I Programs Policy 2261.01, and Parent's Right to Know Policy 2261.02 are attached below:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.
TREASURER'S REPORT
4.1
July 2023 Financial Reports
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.2
Audit Compliance - System Generated Reports
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.3
Approve Health/Rx/Dental/Vision Insurance Rates for Calendar 2023
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.4
WCC Health Benefit Fund Financial Statements
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
4.5
Jefferson Health Plan
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
5.
REPORTS & DISCUSSION
5.1
Buildings and Grounds Presentation
5.2
Legislative Update
5.3
Superintendent's Update
6.
* SUPERINTENDENT'S RECOMMENDATIONS- PERSONNEL
6.1
Administrative Assignments
Recommend to approve a two-year administrative contract effective August 1, 2023 through July 31, 2025 to Matt Tyrrell as Athletic Director. Salary to be based upon the assigned position, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.2
Certified
Recommend to approve Mike Glew as a Long Term Substitute Teacher, effective August 17, 2023, to be paid at a rate of $125 per day.
Recommend to approve Spencer Mutchler as a Long Term Substitute Teacher, effective August 17, 2023, to be paid at a rate of $125 per day.
Recommend to approve McKenna Deskins as a Long Term Substitute Teacher, effective August 17, 2023, to be paid at a rate of $125 per day.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for DeAnna Albert, Primary School Teacher, from Master to Master + 15, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Calli Bauer, Middle School Teacher, from Bachelor + 12 to Bachelor + 24, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Lesley Buzza, Intermediate School Teacher, from Master to Master + 30, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Laurie Smith, Middle School Teacher, from Bachelor + 24 to Master, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Jon Stinehour, Middle School Teacher, from Master + 15 to Master + 30, effective with the first pay of the current contract year, per Article X of the Negotiated Agreement.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.3
Certified Extra-Duty
Recommend to approve the following Certified Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2023-2024 school year, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Compensation to be based upon the Extra-Duty Pay Schedule as defined in the GEA Negotiated Agreement, if applicable:
High School
- Jessica Hammond - Big Sister
- Cay Faulkner - Yearbook Advisor
Middle School
- Kristi Jackson - Big Sister
- Laurie Smith - BLT
Intermediate School
- Meghan Keller - Big Sister
- Michelle Talbott - BLT
- Paula Seng - Home Instruction Tutor, at the rate of $20.00 per hour
Primary School
- Jena Gardner - Big Sister
- Laura Humberson - RESA Mentor
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.4
Classified
Recommend to approve the employment of Ron Smucker, Part-time Bus Driver, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Employment terms to be based upon Article 4 of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Galion City Schools Board of Education and OAPSE Local #370 Salary Schedule at Step 5 for the 2023-2024 school year.
Recommend to approve the employment of Jim Hart, Part-time Van Driver, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Employment terms to be based upon Article 4 of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Galion City Schools Board of Education and OAPSE Local #370 Salary Schedule at Step 0 for the 2023-2024 school year.
Recommend to approve the employment of Julie Boles, 2.5 Hour Cook, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Employment terms to be based upon Article 4 of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Galion City Schools Board of Education and OAPSE Local #370 Salary Schedule at Step 3 for the 2023-2024 school year.
Recommend to approve employment of the following Classified Substitute Personnel, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements as applicable to the position, for the 2023-2024 school year:
- Rhonda Cole - Substitute Bus Driver
- Dawn Hunter - Substitute Bus Driver
- Kris Leiter - Substitute Bus Driver
- Roxann Ramsey - Substitute Bus Driver
- Robert Staley - Substitute Bus Driver
- Janet Hart - Substitute Cook
- Vicki Jobe-Myers - Substitute Cook
- Lori LaChance - Substitute Cook
- Sharon Lee - Substitute Cook
- Joseph Mason - Substitute Custodian
- Larry Alspach - Substitute Custodian
- Danny Kiser - Substitute Custodian
- Alexis Evak - Substitute Educational Aide
- Julia Evak - Substitute Educational Aide
- Kathy Alguire - Substitute Secretary
- Janet Snyder - Substitute Secretary
- Jennie Stevens - Substitute Secretary
- Stacy Kieffer - Substitute Secretary and Substitute Educational Aide
- Maggie Sulser - Substitute Secretary and Substitute Educational Aide
- Marianne Goss - Substitute Secretary and Substitute Educational Aide
- Jan Tuscan - Substitute Secretary and Substitute Educational Aide
- Jeremiah Woodmansee - Substitute Van Driver
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.5
Classified Changes in Employment Status
Recommend Reinstatement from Leave of Absence;
- Mavis Mallory - Bus Driver effective August 15, 2023
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.6
Classified Changes to Hourly Rates of Pay
Recommend to approve a retroactive rate adjustment for classified staff for Summer 2023 Feeding Program and Summer 2023 Kindergarten Boot Camp not to exceed $25 per hour. This is in response to the continued labor shortage and the challenge faced to secure staffing for these important summer programs.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
6.7
Pupil Activity Contracts
Recommend to approve the following Pupil Activity Contracts for the 2023-2024 school year, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position. Compensation to be based upon the Extra-Duty Pay Schedule as defined in the GEA Negotiated Agreement, if applicable:
- Lew Friend - Marching Band Assistant
- Summer Flick - Varsity Assistant Volleyball
- Chelsea Ulrey - Freshman Volleyball
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
7.
* 2023-2024 TRANSPORTATION HANDBOOK
Recommend to approve the Transportation Handbook for the 2023-2024 school year, as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
8.
* UPDATED 23-24 GALION HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERING HANDBOOK
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
9.
* FIELD TRIPS
Recommend to approve the following Middle School field trips for the 23-24 school year:
- November 1-3, 2023 - 6th grade trip to Heartland Outdoor School in Marengo, OH
- May 20-24, 2024 - 8th grade trip to Washington D.C.
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
10.
* BOARD BYLAWS AND POLICIES
Recommend to approve the First and Final Read of the attached policy 5200:
Minutes
Motioned: Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
11.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
An executive session is requested for one or more of the following matters to:
_____ a. consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official;
_____ b. consider the investigation of charges or complaints against a public employee, official, licensee, "regulated individual," or student; unless the person being investigated of charges or complaints requests a public hearing;
_____ c. consider the purchase of property for public purposes, the sale of property at competitive bidding, or sale or other disposition of unneeded, obsolete, unfit-for-use property if the premature disclosure of the information would give an unfair competitive or bargaining advantage to a person whose personal, private interest is adverse to the general public interest;
_____ d. 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;
_____ e. prepare for, conduct, or review negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms or conditions of employment;
_____ f. consider matters required by federal laws, or rules, or state statutes to be kept confidential;
_____ g. consider details of security arrangements and emergency response protocols where disclosure might reveal information that could reasonably be expected to jeopardize the District's security;
_____ h. 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 negotiations with other politics subdivisions regarding requests for economic development assistance (provided statutory conditions are met).
RECESS TIME: PM
RECONVENE TIME: PM
12.
ADJOURN
Meeting Adjourned at: 7:45 PM
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Grant Garverick, Board of Education President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Laura Johnson, Board of Education Member | X |
