Meeting Details
September 8, 2026
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Galion High School, Room 127
Purpose
N/A
1.
PRELIMINARY ITEMS
1.1
*Roll Call
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
1.3
* Adopt Agenda
Motion to adopt the agenda:_____________________
Second:_________________
Any discussion?______________
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
2.
RECOGNITION & REPORTS
2.1
Acknowledgement of Guests
2.2
Legislative Update
2.3
Student Achievement Report
2.4
Superintendent's Update
- Andrade Scholarship
- Courage Compass
- GCS Curriculum Map Submissions
2.5
Community Input
3.
* CONSENT AGENDA
Motion to open the consent agenda:________________
Second:_________________
Any discussion?_____________________
(Roll call at the end of section 3)
3.1
Board of Education Meeting Minutes
August 11, 2026 Regular Board of Education Meeting Minutes:
3.2
Superintendent's Recommendations - Certified Personnel
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Isaac Niedermier, from Bachelors to Masters,BS+36.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Britney Wilt, from Bachelors to Bachelors +12.
Recommend to approve a change of placement on the pay scale for Taylor Sabo, from Bachelors to Bachelors +12.
Recommend to accept the resignation of Heather Nicolson, 8th Grade Middle School Science Teacher, effective at the end of the 26/27 school year.
Recommend to accept the resignation of Elizabeth Freeman, Intervention Specialist Primary School, effective 9/2/2026
3.3
Superintendent's Recommendations - Classified Personnel
Recommend to approve employment of the following Substitute Classified Personnel, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements as applicable to the position, for the 2026-2027 school year:
- Erin McKitrick-Sub Custodian
- Leslie Justice-Sub Cook
Recommend to accept the resignation of Jeffrey Jones, Full Time Bus Driver, effective 9/6/2026. He would still like to stay on as a Field Trip Driver.
3.4
Superintendent's Recommendations - Certified Extra-Duty
Recommend to approve the following Certified Extra-Duty Assignments for the 2026-2027 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:
- Charles Wilson-Tech Coach for GMS
- Heidi Perry-MS After School Detention
- Dorthy Sharrock-MS After School Detention
- Nicole Watkins-MS After School Detention
- Shelly Barton-Advisor for Academic Challenge
- Mindy Wymer-Home Instruction Tutor
3.5
Superintendent's Recommendations - Pupil Activity Contracts
Recommend to approve the following Pupil Activity Contracts for the 2026-2027 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:
Cross Country:
- Elizabeth Freeman-Volunteer Coach
Football:
- Gabe Ivy- Varsity Volunteer
Girls Tennis:
- Jeremiah Woodmansee- Varsity Volunteer
Boys Basketball:
- Tyler Sanders-Head Varsity
- Steven Glew-Varsity Assistant
- Mike Glew-JV
- Coen Fuson-Freshman
Girls Basketball:
- Jim Hart- Head Varsity
- Maggie Heiby-Varsity Assistant
- Trent Tackett-JV
Wrestling:
- Rich Ulmer-Head Varsity
Weightroom Coordinators:
- Matt Dick-Summer 2026
- Calli Bauer-Fall 2026
- Ryan Scribner-Winter 2026-2027
- Jim Hart-Spring 2027
Recommend to accept the resignation of Thomas Pawsey, Head Coach Boys Tennis, effective 9/1/2026.
3.6
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 2026-2027 school year:
- Richard Weyland
- James Bracy
- McKenna Stoffer
- Emily Williams
- Abigail Hart
- Sophia Wilson
3.7
2026-2027 Local Professional Development Administrative and Committee Members
Recommend to approve the following LPDC Administrative and Committee Members for the 2026-2027 school year, per the terms and conditions of the GEA negotiated agreement:
GEA Members: Lynne Foust, Jessica Hammond, Maura Hartley
Administrative Members: Laurie Smith and Matt Tyrrell
Recorder: Brittney Frasure
LPDC Chairperson: Lynne Foust
3.8
MOU-GEA and Galion City Schools-Audio/Visual Student Tech Program
Recommend to approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the Galion Education Association and Galion City School District Board of Education, agreement to utilize a stipend to support the extra time required to support an Audio/Visual Student Technician Program:
3.9
MOU-GEA and Galion City Schools-Big Brother/Big Sister
Recommend to approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the Galion Education Association and Galion City School District Board of Education, agreement to receive the necessary guidance and support utilizing Big Brother/Big Sister.
3.10
City of Galion Use Agreements
Recommend to approve a Cross Country Use Agreement (9/1/26 - 8/31/27) and Heise Park Tennis Courts Use Agreement (8/1/26 - 7/31/27) with the City of Galion, as attached:
3.11
Field Trips
Recommend to approve the following trip:
Middle school and High school cadets going to Bucyrus school gym to hear Kim Campbell(retired Air Force A10 driver and CAP cadet) on 9/18/2026 depart 9:00 and return by noon.
3.12
Galion Middle School's Spooktacular Event
Recommend to approve sponsorship and accept donations for Spooktacular, an annual Trick or Treating event held on October 22, 2026 from 6pm-7:30pm at the Galion Middle School. It provides students with opportunities to show leadership, build community relationships, and also make the transition from elementary school easier for students and families. In order to make the Spooktacular a success, we have reached out to area businesses to be part of this event as sponsors.
3.13
2026-2027 D.A.R.E Resolution
WHEREAS, the Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.191, (L)(2)(e), currently known as the DUI Law, established the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Grants Fund to be housed and administered by the Office of the Attorney General of Ohio; and
WHEREAS, the primary purpose of the D.A.R.E. Grants Program is to assist in providing funds to local law enforcement agencies, specifically for the salaries of certified D.A.R.E. officers teaching, or planning to teach, the approved D.A.R.E. curriculum in the local schools; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Galion City Board of Education to avail ourselves of the opportunities provided by this program and to participate with complete commitment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Galion City Board of Education, Galion, Ohio the majority of all members elected or appointed thereto concurring that:
Section 1: The Galion City Board of Education supports all efforts by the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department to pursue funding to implement the D.A.R.E. Program in the Galion City Schools.
3.14
Leadership Teams
Recommend to approve the following GMS Leadership Teams for the 2026/2027 school year:
Big Brother/Sister
- Jill Fenner with Josh Riggle
- Heather Nicholson with Taylor Sabo
- Rachel Gangwer with Britney Wilt
- Charles Wilson with Abbi Grau
3.15
Compensation for Certified Staff Training
Recommend to approve compensation in the amount of $150 for the following Certified Staff for participating in New Teacher Training/Orientation on August 11-13, 2026:
- Abbi Grau
- Britney Wilt
- Taylor Sabo
- Aubrey Lovely
- Mindy Wymer
- Ava Smith
- Spencer Mutchler
3.16
Roll Call
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
4.
*TREASURER'S CONSENT AGENDA
Motion to open Treasurer's consent agenda:___________________
Second:__________________
Any Discussion?____________________
(Roll call at the end of section 4)
4.1
Certificate of Estimated Resources Fiscal Year 2026
4.2
Appropriations of Fiscal Year 2026
4.3
Donations
4.4
Absence Without Pay
Approve the following payroll deductions:
4.5
Roll Call
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
5.
* NEW BUSINESS
Motion: _____________________
Second: _____________________
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
6.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion to move into Executive Session for the purpose of: _____________________.
Action WILL____WILL NOT_____follow:
Second: _____________________
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
An executive session is requested for one or more of the following matters to:
__X__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
Motion to adjourn from Executive Session: _____________________
Second: _____________________
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
7.
ADJOURN
Motion to adjourn: _____________________
Second: _____________________
Roll Call: Christi Eckert _____ Dennis Long _____ Mike Mateer _____ Isaac Strickler _____ Doug Jutz _____
Meeting Adjourned at: PM
