Meeting Details
August 26, 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:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
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.
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Williams
Minutes
The agenda was adopted with the following correction and deletion:
Page 4
Under 6.8 Employ Support Staff 2024-2025
Remove Kevin Sherer, Custodian
Correct Bradley Williams Willman
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 |
4.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Staff appreciation for beginning of school year.
- Congratulations to student athletes for successful start to seasons.
- Football to Chardon this weekend.
- Thank you to families for support and participation.
5.
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.
6.
CONSENT AGENDA:
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the consent agenda: Action by the Board of Education in Adoption of the Consent Agenda means that all Consent Agenda items are adopted by one single motion unless a member of the Board or the Interim 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.
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Williams
Minutes
Approved with the above stated changes.
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 |
6.1
Approve Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:
- 6/24/24 Special Meeting/Work Session
- 6/24/24 Regular Meeting
- 7/11/24 Special Meeting
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.2
Approve Treasurer's Report
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Treasurer's reports, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.3
Approve Committee Reports
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.4
Resignations
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following resignations:
Support Staff, at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Contract Year
Jolinda Elchert, from Special Needs Aide only, contingent on Board approval of literacy aide contract
Victoria Goodale
Leah Harschuh
Daniel Ink
Matthew Sharpe, from Football Coaching, contingent on Board approval of In-School Suspension contract
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.5
Approve Job Description
High School Dean of Students, as exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.6
Administrative Employment
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following administrative contract(s):
Bradley Scheiber, High School Dean of Students, Step 6, effective with the 2024-2025 Contract Year
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.7
Employ Professional Staff 2024-2025
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Substitute Teacher
Lisa Brashares
Lila Conley
Daniel Ink
Abbie Klotz, beginning 8/21/2024
Ashley Shaw
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.8
Employ Support Staff 2024-2025
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
Special Needs Aide
Jillian Banks, Step 0, 6.5 hours/day, 185 days
Brandy Bridinger, Step 0, 7 hours/day, 154 days
Elizabeth Kimmet, Step 6, 7 hours/day, 185 days
Sarah Lenz, Step 0, 6.5 hours/day, 185 days
Lindsey Price, Step 1, 7 hours/day, 185 days, beginning 8//26/2024
Brittney Vanover, Step 0, 6.5 hours/day, 185 days
Food Service 4-Hour General Worker
Bridget Harman, Step 0
Bus Driver
Breanna R. Whittum, Step 0, 160 AM & PM 3.75hr Pre-trip .25hr Daily Fueling .25hr Weekly
4-Hour Night Sweeper
Dylan Fourtner, Step 0
In-School Suspension Monitor
Matthew Sharpe, Step 0
Custodian
Kevin Sherer, Step 2, 7.5 hours/day
Seasonal Stadium Workers, as needed, $10.00 per hour
Kason Daily
Jack Newlove
Nevan Neuman
Ethan Reynolds
Zachary Shawberry
Bradley Williams
Substitute Custodian
Jerald Baker, beginning 8/21/2024
Substitute Educational Aide
Tamra Arter
Lisa Boehler
Lorrie Barchus
Emma Dean
Rhonda Hassinger
Daniel Ink
Substitute Bus Driver
Gregory Gase
Substitute Food Service
April Farley
Gene Englehart
Professional Development Trainer
Amber Plikerd, $28.60/hour, not to exceed 38 hours total
Casual Employees 2024-2025
Athletic and other Event Workers, as needed, payable from Student Activity and Agency funds upon certified completion of duties at amounts and rates to be determined and authorized by the appropriate administration.
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.9
Contract Amendments
Lane Irving, Football, Ninth Grade (100%)
Matthew Sharpe, Football, Ninth Grade, Volunteer
Robin Paulus, move from Night Sweeper to 4-Hour Custodian
Jolinda Elchert, move from Special Needs Aide to Literacy Aide
Mollie Luidhardt, rescind Yearbook, High School stipend
Christina Joyce, amend to 205 days
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.10
Stipends
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education pay the following stipends, upon certified completion of duties:
Local Professional Development Committee, $500/year
Leigh Alvarado
Christina Joyce
Paula Pauly
Acadience Training, $300
Alison Scheiber
Sarah Cook
Tegan Wietrzykowski
Structures Training, $750
Kaitlyn Boehler
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.11
Donations and Grants
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:
District
Sara Kessler donated school supplies valued at $75.00.
Kiwanis Club of Tiffin donated $200.00 to Camp Invention.
The Jean E. Egbert Memorial Scholarship of the Tiffin Community Foundation granted $1,000.00 to cover the expenses of a specified student who attended West Point Leadership Camp.
Minutes
Result: Approved
6.12
Tournament Site Agreements
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education authorize the Superintendent, Treasurer, and Athletic Director/Site Managers to enter into Tournament Site Agreements with the Ohio High School Athletic Association as needed during the 2024-2025 school year.
Minutes
Result: Approved
7.
ACTION ITEMS:
7.1
Approve Seneca County Opportunity Center Excess Cost Agreement 2024-2025
As exhibited.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, 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 |
7.2
Approve Team Trip
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve an trip for the Girls' Varsity Cross Country team to Michigan State University on 9/14/2024.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, 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 |
7.3
Approve Re-Employment of Douglas Hartenstein
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education re-employ Douglas Hartenstein on a one-year contract at $74,095.00 for the 2024-2025 Contract Year, such employment to be in accordance with the terms and conditions as set forth in the written contract document presented to this Board.
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 |
7.4
Approve Tiffin City Schools Instructional Framework
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 |
7.5
Approve Updated Board Policies
Waive a first reading and approve the following updated Board Policies, as exhibited:
AC Nondiscrimination
ACAA Sexual Harassment
ACA Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex
ACB Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability
ACAA-R Sexual Harassment Grievance Process
EDE-R Computer/Online Services (Acceptable Use and Internet Safety)
EDE-E Computer Network Agreement Form
CBC Superintendent's Contract
AC-R Discrimination Complaint Procedure
EDE Computer/Online Services (Acceptable Use and Internet Safety)
JP Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (Restraint and Seclusion)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, 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 |
7.6
Approve Alvarado Consultant Agreement
As exhbited.
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 |
7.7
Approve Perry Pro Tech Agreement
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 |
8.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
Board Assignments
Minutes
Mr. Williams said the board had discussed board assignments during the work session. He also stated he didn't want the board to lose visibility in not discussing board committee work/reports at board meetings.
Mr. Nadeau spoke about school being cancelled due to heat on Tuesday and Wednesday of the first week of school.
9.
ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION:
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Williams
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;
X 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
Time in: 6:59 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 |
10.
EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
Return to open session.
Time out:
Minutes
Time out: 8:04 p.m.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board business meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Williams
Minutes
Meeting started: 6:30 p.m.
Meeting ended: 8:05 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Victor Perez, 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 |
11.1
Next Regular Meeting
The next regular meeting will be Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
12.
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
