Meeting Details
April 22, 2024
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium, 103 Shepherd Dr., Tiffin, OH 44883
Purpose
N/A
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL:
Minutes
Present were:
Mr. Dustin Williams
Mr. Larry Kisabeth
Dr. Meagan McBride
Mr. Victor Perez
Mrs. Heidi Stephey
3.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
The Board members, including the administration, will review the agenda. The Board must approve any additions, deletions, or corrections.
Minutes
The agenda was adopted with the following addition: add "to consider matters required by federal laws, or rules, or state statutes to be kept confidential" as an additional reason for executive session.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
4.
RECOGNITIONS
3rd Quarter Crystal Apple honorees Mrs. Patricia Smith, Executive Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent, and Mr. Aaron Schmits, Columbian Art Teacher.
5.
PRESENTATION
Mrs. Sarah Cook and students: donations for Tiffin Middle School state testing
Minutes
The students who spoke were: Chi'lla Predmore, Charli Zaika, Colton Whitmer, Jaxson Weickert, and Charlee Gaietto.
6.
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Community Eligibility Provision: free student meals in 2024-2025.
Minutes
Mr. Boes reported Tiffin City Schools students may be eligible for free meals in 2024-2025 through Community Eligibility Provision.
7.
OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE BOARD:
Per Board Policy BDDH: Each person addressing the Board shall give his/her name and address. If several people wish to speak, each person is allotted three minutes until the total time of 30 minutes is used. During that period, no person may speak twice until all who desire to speak have had the opportunity to do so. The period of public participation may be extended by a vote of the majority of the Board, present and voting.
Persons wishing to submit comment can do so by emailing tcs_boardcomments@tiffincityschools.org. The meeting will be publicly available via Facebook.
Minutes
None.
8.
CONSENT AGENDA:
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the consent agenda: Items 6.1through 6.9.Action by the Board of Education in Adoption of the Consent Agenda means that all VI items are adopted by one single motion unless a member of the Board or the Superintendent requests that any such item be removed from the consent agenda and voted upon separately. Employments, where applicable, are contingent upon 1) Verification of education and experience; 2) Proof of proper certification/licensure; 3) Favorable results from a criminal records check.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member
Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
8.1
Approve Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:
3/19/24 Special Meeting/Work Session
3/19/24 Regular Meeting
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.2
Approve Treasurer's Report
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attachedTreasurer's reports, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.3
Approve Committee Reports
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.4
Resignations
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following resignations:
Professional Staff
Tamra Andrews, at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Contract Year
Jaycie Foos, resigning from Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach position only, beginning 4/4/2024
Support Staff
Emily Bogard, beginning 6/6/2024
MaKenna Carter, at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Contract Year
Gabrielle Mitchell, at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Contract Year
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.5
Employ Professional Staff 2023-2024
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Substitute Teacher
Franklin Kaiser, beginning 4/11/2024
Supplemental Contract
Claudia (Riedy) Steinmetz, Spring Musical Choreographer
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.6
Employ Professional Staff 2024-2025
Teacher Limited Contract – Second One-Year (2024 – 2025)
Abigail M. Chlosta
Kristin M. Coleman
Michelle A. Debusman
Miriah L. Depinet
Heidi M. Ekleberry
Kendra D. Hartman
Macey M. Malagon
Aubrey A. Margraf
Sarah A. Marvin
Theresa R. Oakleaf
Connor P. Rettenmund
Hannah G. Rohrbacher
Faythe G. Smetzer
Natalie L. Stake-Mitchell
Hannah N. Watson
Alexis L. Yates
Teacher Limited Contract – Third One-Year (2024 – 2025)
Allison M. Adelsperger
Chelsea L. Arbogast
Sarah G. Babione
Jessica M. Barrick
Jennifer R. Bauerschmidt
Kaitlyn N. Boehler
Kara K. Brown
Jennifer M. Cox
Jaycie C. Foos
Jessica J. Hoyda
Alisa M. Huffman
Krista M. Lewis
Stephanie L. Marlowe
Claudia G. (Riedy) Steinmetz
Krystal M. Satyanathan
Shawn M. Siebenaller
Trenton R. Thacker
Courtney J. Workman
Teacher Limited Contract – Fourth One-Year (2024-2025)
Celeste E. Dunn
Katherine B. Focht
Sydney E. Lommerse
Mackenzie N. Nino
Jaclyn M. Nye
Emily G. Schermer
Kelsey J. Wickham
Teacher Limited Contract – First Three-Year (2024-2027)
Nattaporn K. Perrine
Taylor L. Reinbolt
Allie J. Stump
Tara S. Visser
Teacher Limited Contract – Second Three-Year (2024-2027):
Donald R. Cook
Mykel L. Heberling
Abigail M. Keegan
Erin S. Lawrence
Elizabeth M. Tanner
Travis P. Wise
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.7
Employ Support Staff 2023-2024
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
2nd Shift Custodian
Eric Wise, Step 0
Spring Musical Costumer and Assistant
Joan Ledwedge, $550 payable from Columbian Drama Club (300-9976) upon certified completion of duties
Substitute Bus Driver
David J. Althaus
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.8
Employ Support Staff 2024-2025
Two-Year Contract (2024 – 2026) (1st Two-Year Contract)
Special Needs Aides
Melissa K. Ackerman
Mikayla D. Breaux
Makenna L. Carter
Jenna M. Heiser
Kendel L. Klotz
Ashley M. Lowry
Santina M. Marks
Tracy E. Metzger
Susan K. Moyer
Cindy L. Park
Nichole L. Strait
Jessica K. Wise
Educational Aide
Marsha P. Vera
Mechanic
Fred L. Jones
Sweeper
Jonathan E. Parsons
Robin L. Paulus
Custodian
Mitchell R. Scheiber
Food Service General Worker
Andra S. Meyer
Misty D. Runion
Jacqueline L. Thom
Service Technologist
Shawna J. Blust
Hunter Null
Bus Driver
Shaunte M. Bradshaw
Gene A. Englehart
Keith J. Kirchner
James A. Scherger
Secretary
Sarah E. Brill
Account Clerk
Shauna R. Mears
Two-Year Contract (2024 – 2026) (2nd Two-Year Contract)
Special Needs Aide
Jessica N. Cantu
Jolinda M. Elchert
Wendy A. Gifford
Melinda. A. Graham
Jeffrey T. Greer
Jennifer L. Keckler
Ashley L. McKinney
Library Paraprofessional
Alissa R. Kelley
Brie V. Streacker
Educational Aides
Olivia Boeser
Jamie D. Walton
Custodian
Hailey A. Cooper
Food Service General Worker
Jacquelyn M. Comer
Jane M. Kelbley
Secretary
Megan E. Auble
Account Clerk
Wendy S. Campbell
Brogan M. Jones
Executive Secretary
Abigail C. Young
Two-Year Contract (2024 – 2026) (3rd Two-Year Contract)
Special Needs Aide
Lucy Baines
Suzanne M. Flores
Amber L. Hescht
Danielle R. O’Quinn
Aubrey A. Wise
Educational Aide
Katherine A. Miller
Custodian
John Z. Reuter
Food Service Department Head
Heather J. Musa – Francis
Secretary
Jillaine E. Dunn
Bus Driver
Lisa L. Boehler
Frederick L. Ehresman
Teresa A. Faber
Aubrey A. Wise
One-Year Contract (2024 – 2025) (Limited Contingent)
Auxiliary Nurse
Barbara J. Goshe
Pupil Activity Contract
Morgan Harrigan, Basketball, Head Varsity Girls'
Ryan Fretz, Basketball, Head Varsity Boys'
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.9
Non-Renewals at the Conclusion of the 2023-2024 Contract Year
Home Instruction
Chelsea Arbogast
Donald Ferstler
Stacey Kiesel
Renee Lacy
Laurie Morter
Brandie Reinhart
Jodi Roszman
Rachel Walland
Lisa Wilson
Tornado Academy Consultants
Todd Aichholz
Allen Auble
Minutes
Result: Approved
8.10
Donations and Grants
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:
District
Bascom Communications donated eclipse glasses, valued at $1150, to the students and staff of Tiffin City Schools.
Steele Solutions donated $250 to be used for Camp Invention.
Tiffin Rotary Foundation donated $400 to be used for Camp Invention.
The Gillmor Foundation donated $500 to be used for Camp Invention.
The White Family Charitable Fund granted $3,000 to be used for Camp Invention.
Columbian High School
Hempy Water donated 20 cases of water, valued at $150, to be used for the spring musical.
Culligan Water donated 20 cases of water, valued at $150, to be used for the spring musical.
Dave Davies donated $50 to Columbian High School STAND.
Tiffin Alumni Association granted $1,486.25 to be used for graduation yard signs for seniors.
Mike and Delores Herbert donated $50 to the Track and Field team, in memory of Rich Focht.
Tiffin Middle School
TMS PTO donated 3,200 bottles of water and 2,800 peppermint candies, valued at $492, for students during state testing.
The following each donated a case of water, valued at $3.64, for students during state testing:
Noel Dutcher
Sabrina Whitmer
Christine Shaver (2)
Kathleen Spriggs
Taylor Howell
Kimberly Arias (2)
Anjee Beaston
Brandy Madden
Mindy Fox (2)
Jessica Everhart
Mary Weidner
The following each donated a bag of mints, valued at $5, for students during state testing:
Noel Dutcher
Connor Fritts
Joni Koch
Katherine Miller
Juli Huston
Catrina Weickert (2)
Taylor Howell
Kelli Jones (2)
The following each donated a box of snacks, valued at $10, for students during state testing:
Amanda Hunt
Noel Dutcher
Joni Koch
Katherine Miller
Sabrina Whitmer
Juli Huston
Leslie Poignon
Taylor Howell
Shannon Chwalik
Jaeda May
Jamie McDole (2)
Christine Shaver
Jessica Coger
Amy Terry
Brandy Madden
Mindy Fox
Minutes
Result: Approved
9.
ADDITIONAL CONSENT AGENDA
Two-Year Contract (2024 – 2026) (3rd Two-Year Contract)
Courtnie Williams – Educational Aide
Courtnie A. Williams - Secretary
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.
ACTION ITEMS:
10.1
Approve the Tiffin Columbian Graduating Class of 2024
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the Tiffin Columbian Graduating Class of 2024, pending completion of all requirements of Tiffin City Schools and the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Dustin Williams, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.2
Approve 2024-2025 School Nurse Service Agreement
As exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member
Seconded: Victor Perez, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.3
Adopt Resolution Approving Written Post-Issuance Compliance Policy
Resolution approving a written post-issuance compliance policy in connection with the issuance of tax-exempt and tax-preferred obligations by the school district and the associated board policy, DIF Policy and Procedures Concerning Post-Issuance Compliance, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Dustin Williams, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.4
Approve Mid-Year Update to NCOESC Contract Amount for FY24
As exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Heidi Stephey, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.5
Approve 2-Year Amplify K-8 ELA Curriculum
As exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
10.6
Accept Superintendent Resignation
As exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
11.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
Next steps.
Minutes
Mr. Williams said the board has to weigh the expense of collections for the track lawsuit versus the likelihood of collecting. The district has already spent in excess of $106,000.00.
Mr. Williams noted the new five-year forecast would be presented at the May board meeting.
12.
ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Hold an Executive Session for one or more of the following matters to:
X a. consider the appointment___, employment X, dismissal___, discipline___, promotion___, demotion___, or compensation_____ of a public employee(s) or official(s)___, or consider the investigations of charges or complaints against a public employee(s)___, official(s), licensee(s) or "regulated individual(s)"___; unless the person(s) 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.
Time in:
Minutes
Added reason for Executive Session: consider matters required by federal laws, or rules, or state statutes to be kept confidential.
Time in: 7:09 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Victor Perez, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
13.
EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
Return to open session.
Time out:
Minutes
Time out: 9:17 p.m.
Mr. Williams said regarding the change in the superintendent seat, the board met with the administrative team. He stated the board has the support of that team. Mr. Williams noted there is a legal process the board must follow and there would need to be a special board meeting in the future to vote on Mr. Richards. The meeting was set for April 25, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Tiffin Middle School cafetorium.
14.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board business meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:
Minutes
Meeting started: 6:30 p.m.
Meeting ended: 9:24 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Larry Kisabeth, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Williams, Board Member | X | ||
| Victor Perez, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Larry Kisabeth, Board Member | X | ||
| Heidi Stephey, Board Member | X |
14.1
Next Regular Meeting
The next regular meeting will be May 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
15.
412 CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE
Section 5705.412, RC
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED that the TIFFIN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION, SENECA COUNTY, OHIO, to adopt any appropriation measure, make any qualifying contract, or increase during any school year any wage or salary schedule shown above, has in effect the authorization to levy taxes including the renewal or replacement of existing levies which, when combined with the estimated revenue from all other sources available to the district at the time of certification, are sufficient to provide the operating revenues necessary to enable the district to maintain all personnel and programs for all the days set forth in its adopted school calendars for the current fiscal year and for a number of days in succeeding fiscal years equal to the number of days instruction was held or is scheduled for the current fiscal year, as required by Section 5705.412.
TIFFIN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
By
President, Board of Education
By
Treasurer
By
Superintendent of Schools
