Meeting Details
November 12, 2025
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Galion High School, Room 127
Purpose
N/A
1.
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
1.1
Roll Call
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
1.3
* Adopt Agenda
2.
RECOGNITION & REPORTS
2.1
Acknowledgement of Guests
2.2
Student Recognition
Recognize the following students for demonstrating the Portrait of a Tiger trait, Self-disciplined:
- Drayden Pinkston - 1st Grade
- Esther Haag - 4th Grade
- Marissa Shipman - 6th Grade
- Jacob Chambers - 12th Grade
2.3
Staff Recognition
Recognize the following staff members for demonstrating the Portrait of a Tiger Trait, Self-disciplined:
- Katie Richards - Primary School
- Lisa Fisher - Intermediate School
- Josh Riggle - Middle School
- Calli Bauer - High School
2.4
Student Achievement Report
Minutes
Removed from agenda - Mrs. Miller absent
Motioned: Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
2.5
Legislative Update
Minutes
Removed from agenda
Motioned: Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
2.6
Superintendent's Update
Directional System - Kristin Bourdage
2.7
Community Input
3.
* CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
3.1
Board of Education Meeting Minutes
3.2
Donations
Recommend to accept the donation of materials, time and personnel that equal the amount of $6,835, from KTB Metal Roofing & Exteriors for roof repairs to the Intermediate School.
Recommend to accept the donation of $1,000.00 from VFW for Veteran's lunch. Receipt #260496 dated 10/21/25.
Recommend to approve sponsorships and accept donations from area businesses for Spooktacular, as attached:
3.3
Superintendent's Recommendations - Administrative Personnel
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Katy Erlsten, Primary School Principal, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Julie Murphy-Theodore, Middle School Principal, effective May 31, 2026.
Recommend to approve a three-year Administrative contract effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2029 to Sam Staton as Primary School Principal. Salary to be based upon the assigned position, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position.
3.4
Superintendent's Recommendations - Certified Personnel
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Bruce Weirich, High School Teacher, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Rhonda Evak, Primary School Teacher, effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Cindy Conner, Primary School Teacher, effective May 31, 2026.
3.5
Superintendent's Recommendations - Classified Personnel
Recommend to accept the resignation of Zachary Fuhrer, Bus Driver, effective November 7, 2025.
Recommend to accept the resignation of Matthew Husbands, Bus Mechanic, effective December 5, 2025.
Recommend to accept the retirement resignation of Jeanne Kuns, Secretary, effective June 9, 2026.
Recommend to approve the employment of Phillip Parsons, 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 0 for the 2025-2026 school year.
Recommend to approve the employment of McKenzie Baker, Educational Assistant, 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 2025-2026 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 2025-2026 school year:
- Ed Kincade - Substitute Custodian
- Kristine Collier - Substitute Cook
- Matthew Husbands - Substitute Bus Driver
3.6
Superintendent's Recommendations - Certified Extra-Duty Personnel
Recommend to approve the following Certified Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2025-2026 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:
Middle School:
- Todd Roston - MS After School Detention
- Nicole Watkins - MS After School Detention
- Dorothy Sharrock - MS After School Detention
- Julie Gove - MS After School Detention
Athletics:
- Matt Tyrrell - Varsity Assistant Wrestling (split contract)
- Theresa O'Deens - Pep Band
3.7
Superintendent's Recommendations - Pupil Activity Contracts
Recommend to approve the following Pupil Activity Contracts for the 2025-2026 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:
- Noah Blankenship - Head Varsity Wrestling
- Dustin Harr - 8th Grade Wrestling
- Matt Clum - Volunteer 8th Grade Wrestling
- Scott Kintner - 7th Grade Wrestling
- Kadance Fairchild - Volunteer Girls Bowling
- Jeremiah Woodmansee - Varsity Assistant Swimming
- Ryan Scribner - Winter Weight room
3.8
Superintendent's Recommendations - Substitute Teachers
Recommend to approve employment of the following Substitute Teacher Personnel, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements as applicable to the position, for the 2025-2026 school year:
- Elizabeth Sims
- Rodney Miller
3.9
MOU - GEA - CAP Stipend
Recommend to approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the Galion City School District Board of Education and the Galion Education Association to utilize a stipend to support the extra time required to support the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Program:
3.10
MOU - GEA - Social Worker Evaluation
Recommend to approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the Galion City School District Board of Education and the Galion Education Association, regarding a Social Worker Evaluation:
3.11
Board Bylaws and Policies - First Read
Recommend to approve the First Read of the attached Board Policies:
3.12
Board Bylaws and Policies
Recommend to approve the Second and Final Read of the attached Board Policies:
3.13
Resolution to Adopt Model Policy
Recommend to approve the attached resolution to adopt the Special Education Model Policies and Procedures ("Model Policies") released by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce ("DEW"), as attached:
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
3.14
Annual Report of District Compliance with Nutritional Standards
3.15
Indoor Track and Field
Recommend to recognize Boy's and Girl's Indoor Track and Field as an authorized activity in the Galion City School District for the 2025-2026 school year.
3.16
Field Trips
Recommend to approve the following field trips for the 2025-2026 school year:
Intermediate School:
- December 11, 2025 - 4th grade students to visit Roscoe Village in Coshocton, OH
High School:
- November 18, 2025 - Pre-Apprenticeship Field Trip to a factory in Mansfield, OH
- December 2, 2025 - Group of 18 students to a Leadership Conference at Mid-Ohio ESC in Mansfield, OH
- May 5, 2026 - Zoology students to the Columbus Zoo in Columbus, OH
3.17
Job Descriptions
Recommend to approve the job description for Student Food Service Technician, as attached:
4.
TREASURER'S CONSENT AGENDA
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
4.1
Absence Without Pay
Approve the following payroll deductions:
10/20/25 payroll:
- Christina Neel - 1 day
11/5/25 payroll:
- Matt Eusey - 1 day
5.
* NEW BUSINESS
Minutes
Motioned: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
5.1
Band Trip to Walt Disney World
6.
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
7.
ADJOURN
Meeting Adjourned at: 7:07 PM
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member
Seconded: Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Dennis Long, Board of Education Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. Mike Mateer, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Melissa Miller, Board of Education President | |||
| Mrs. Christi Eckert, Board of Education Member | X | ||
| Ms. Kirsten Geyer, Board of Education Member | X |
