Meeting Details
October 28, 2024
6:30pm - 8:30pm
2 hr
Tiffin Middle School 103 Shepherd Drive Tiffin, Ohio 44883
Purpose
N/A
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Minutes
Mr. Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2.
CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
Mr. Williams called the meeting to order at 6:31 PM. Roll was taken by Mrs. Hedrick and all members were present.
| 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 |
3.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
The Board members, including the administration, will review the agenda. The Board must approve any additions, deletions, or corrections.
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
Mr. Williams called for a motion to adopt the agenda. Dr. McBride motioned, and Mrs. Stephey seconded the motion. During the discussion, the board was notified that two amendments need to be added to the agenda.
8.5 Approve the amended Permanent Appropriations FY25
8.6 Consulting Agreement, Anne Spence
The agenda was amended and approved with a 5-0 vote.
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.
PRESENTATION
Washington Elementary, Jennifer Watson
Minutes
Opened presentation with a Bowling analogy.
Tiered Instruction, Explicit Vocabulary, Small Group Instruction, Literacy Aide Tier 2 Instruction, RTI Process, Tier 3 Instruction
District Attendance Goal is 97.8% - Washington is currently at 96.4%. Ms. Watson and staff contact parents/guardians via phone calls, ClassDojo, emails, etc. Incentives are put into place for students and families for attendance.
Acadience Benchmark and Progress Monitoring - 70% at or above benchmark.
Washington students study hard and also have fun.
Recent Activities the students participated in: Safety City, recycling projects, pumpkin patch, Columbian Leadership class assisted with projects, Tiffin University students came to read to the students, Dinosaur School (Social Emotional Skills) and Fall Literacy Fest will happen tomorrow evening.
Ms. Watson mentioned that while Washington is doing amazing things, the rest of Tiffin City Schools is also doing amazing as well!
Board Members collectively thanked Ms. Watson for her presentation and welcoming them into Washington last week. The powerpoint was appreciated and it was nice to be able to connect the dots from building experience to presentation.
5.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
District Updates
1. End of the first grading period
2. District Leadership Team
3. Fall Sports Recognition
Minutes
1. End of first grading period: Mr. Nadeau thanked the administration team, staff, parents, students, and community for their dedication and hard work.
2. District Leadership Team (DLT): This year DLT is focusing on data collection and implementation. Tiffin City has 2 goals: 1) Attendance 2) Explicit Instruction. When students are present in the classroom and high instruction is provided success will occur. Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. Focht, and Mrs. Tuite have done an awesome job reviewing the data and adjusting the implementation as needed.
3. Fall Sports Recognition: Thursday, the Volleyball team heads to Hebron which is 2.5 hours away to play an 8:00pm game. If the girls' win, they will play again Saturday in Hebron. Friday, the Varsity Football team plays in the first playoff game in Brooklyn. Saturday, Grace Blonde runs at the State Championship Cross Country meet.
4. Two Grant Recognitions: Chris Monsour received the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation grant for a Biotechnology lab at Columbian. Cory Ridge received the National Machinery Foundation grant for a Music Technology Lab at Tiffin Middle School.
6.
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
No public comment
7.
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 Agendaitems 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.
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
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 |
7.1
Approve Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:
- 9/26/24 Special Meeting/Work Session
- 9/26/24 Regular Board Meeting
Minutes
All Board Members reviewed September board minutes.
7.2
Approve Treasurer's Report
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Treasurer's reports, as exhibited.
7.3
Approve Committee Reports
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.
Business Council September Minutes
7.4
Approve Budget Reports
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Budget Reports, as exhibited.
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Business Council
Camp Intervention
Minutes
Spelling correction: Camp Invention
7.5
Resignations
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following resignations:
Director of Communication and Student Registration
Kelly Spahr, beginning 10/2/2024
Support Staff
Erin Stroub, beginning 10/18/2024
Jackie Saum, beginning 10/25/2024
Melissa Ackerman, beginning 10/31/2024
Suzanne Flores, beginning 10/31/2024
Custodian
Christine Thom, beginning 10/18/2024
7.6
Employ Professional Staff 2024-2025
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Substitute Teacher
Abigail Glover
Autumn Shehlhorst (Counselor)
Emily Benfer (Counselor)
Home Instruction, as needed
Jami Hepp
Supplemental Contracts
Amy Cooper, Basketball, Girls' Assistant Varsity
Loran Weingart, Basketball, Boys' Assistant Varsity
7.7
Employ Support Staff 2024-2025
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
Bus Driver On-Board Instructor
Lenny Theis, not to exceed 29 hours per week
Library Paraprofessional Aide
Cynthia Coy
Pupil Activity Permit
Aaron Nelson, Basketball Girls', Eighth Grade
Amari Slaughter, Basketball Girls', Seventh Grade
Brad Burns, Basketball Boys', Assistant Varsity
Brian King, Bowling, Assistant Varsity
Casey Weidner, Bowling, Head Varsity
Charles Boes, Basketball Boys', Eighth Grade
Emani Lott, Basketball Boys', Seventh Grade
Jason Smyser, Basketball Boys', Ninth Grade
Lloyd (Randy) Drennen, Softball Girls', Head Varsity, 25%
Matthew Sieger, Softball Girls', Assistant Varsity
Paul Fortney, Swimming, Head Varsity
Shaun Gunnell, Basketball Girls', Assistant Varsity
Sierra Steinmetz, Swimming, Assistant Varsity
Valerie Drennen, Softball Girls', Head Varsity, 75%
Pupil Activity, Volunteer
Ariel Hollins, Bowling
Edward Sieger, Softball
Grant McMaster, Basketball Boys'
Secretary
Claire Lonsway
Special Needs Educational Aide
Lisa Chaffin
Jennifer Fawcett
Morgan McKeen
Sarah Banks
Substitute Educational Aide
Klaryssa Seigley
Substitute Custodian
Klaryssa Seigley
7.8
Donations and Grants
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:
Columbian High School
A cookie tray was donated by Grace Baptist Church at a value of $50.00.
Boys' Basketball Team received a donation at a value of $50.00 from Barbara and Kenneth Carmon in memory of Christopher Murphy.
Boys' and Girls' Basketball Team received a donation at a value of $100.00 from Potbelly Hill, Wm Reyer & D. Signor in memory of Christopher Murphy.
Boys' and Girls' Basketball Team received a donation at a value of $50.00 from Randall and Karol Bendure in memory of Christopher Murphy.
Boys' and Girls' Basketball Team received a donation at a value of $50.00 from B. Mark and Patty Davis in memory of Christopher Murphy.
Boys' and Girls' Basketball Team received an anonymous donation at a value of $10.00.
Tiffin Columbian Cheerleading Team received a donation of $50.00 from Colleen Newman.
Tiffin Columbian Cheerleading Team received a donation of $30.00 from Karen Murphy.
Noble 4-5 Elementary
Hempy Water donated 6 cases of water, Watch DOGS Program
Tiffin Elementary PTO donated a book valued at $14.95 in memory of Jose Vallo.
Grants:
Columbian
Mr. Monsour was awarded the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation grant of $8,691 to fund a Biotechnology program at TC.
Middle School
Through the collaborative efforts of Mr. Ridge, Mr. Imke and Mr. Streng, the music department was awarded the National Machinery Foundation grant of $54,773 to fund a 25 station music technology lab at TMS.
Minutes
Mr. Perez thanked all the donors for the Basketball donations in memory of Mr. Murphy. He expressed how great both the Basketball and Cheerleading programs are at Tiffin City Schools.
7.9
Stipends
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education pay the following stipends, upon certified completion of duties:
District Leadership Team, $100/meeting, not to exceed $900/year
Alissa Goshe
Brette Ott
Cory Ridge
Jessica Hoyda
Katelynn Hafer
Katherine Focht
Kristal Dunlap
Kristen Coleman
Judy Downie
Lauren Warnement
Leigh Alvarado
Lindsey Distel
Shawnie McLellan
Stacy Basinger
Wendy Demith
Building Leadership Team, $500/year
Alexis Yates
Allen Auble
Alisha Goshe
Allie Stump
Ashley Aichholz
Brette Ott
Cory Ridge
Daniel Cole
Jessica Barrick
Jessica Hoyda
Judy Downie
Katelynn Hafer
Katherine Focht
Kristal Dunlap
Kristin Coleman
Lauren Warnement
Leigh Alvarado
Lindsey Distel
Lisa Wilson
Loren Burkes
Melissa Mellott
Mollie Luidhardt
Natalie Stake
Nicole Arnold
Rose Horn
Samantha Cole
Shawn Siebenaller
Shawnie McLellan
Stacy Basinger
Stacey Geiger
Todd Aichholz
Tori Lee
Travis Wise
Autism: Communication and Social Skill Training, $375.00 total, due upon completion
Alyssa Clason
Ashley Spencer
Lynn Phillips
Science of Reading Pathway E, $400
John Eckroth
Science of Reading Pathway A, $1,200
Tegan Wietrzyowski
Spring Musical
Claudia Steinmetz, Choreography, Set design
Joan Ledwedge, Costumes
7.10
Leave of Absense
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following leave of absence:
Annabelle Auble
Cindy Park
Kim Yates
Jonathan Parsons
Samantha Hoover
7.11
Contract Amendments
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following contract amendments:
Special Needs Educational Aide
Lori Harp, amend to 7.0 hours/day, effective with the 2024-2025 contract year
Tiffany Metzger, amend to Tracy Metzger to reflect the board approval on 9/26/24 to add .50 hour/day, effective with the 2024-2025 Contract Year
Pupil Activity Permits
Morgan Harrigan, Head Girls' Basketball Coach, amend from step 0 to step 5
7.12
OSBA Online Service Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the OSBA Online Service Agreement.
7.13
North Central Ohio Service Center
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the North Central Ohio Service Center agreements.
- Audiologist Services
- BCBA Services
- Braille Services
- Technology, phone system support
7.14
Hopewell Loudon Service Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the agreement between Tiffin City and Hopewell Loudon for a Special Education student.
7.15
YouScience Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the agreement for YouScience.
7.16
Western Governors Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the Western Governors Agreement for Student Teaching.
8.
ACTION ITEMS:
8.1
Approve Specialized Education of Ohio Service Agreement
As exhibited.
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
The agreement is to provide educational services for a student placed outside of the district. Specialized Education of Ohio will provide FAPE and follow the student IEP goals. The agreement was approved.
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 |
8.2
ASPIREDU, INC
Approve ASPIREDU, INC, Grade Guardian/Drop Out Detective Agreement
As exhibited.
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
The agreement is for an early warning detection system for student attendance and grades. This agreement is a 1 year contract and will be re-evaluated next year.
Mr. Kisabeth mentioned, this system corresponds with both of the district goals.
Mr. Perez mentioned, next year to when re-evaluation occurs that maybe this system can be completed in house and not through an outside party.
Mr. Nadeau mentioned, the district will not just purchase any system to just purchase it, all requests will need to align with district goals.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Larry Kisabeth, 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 |
8.3
Approve Anne Spence, Treasurer Contract
As exhibited:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
In September, Anne Spence was approved as the Treasurer for Tiffin City Schools.
Anne Spence's contract was approved.
Collectively all Board Members welcomed Anne to the district and they are excited she is present.
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 |
8.4
Esports Supplemental MOU
As exhibited:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
Dr. McBride asked if the match schedule would be posted on the district calendar.
Mr. Nadeau responded with an "yes". Mr. Beaston does a great job posting the schedules on the website.
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 |
8.5
8.5 Approve the amended Permanent Appropriations FY25
Treasurer recommends the board accept the amended permanent appropriations FY25 as exhibited:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
The temporary appropriations occur first. Permanent appropriations occur second.
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 |
8.6
8.6 Consulting Agreement, Anne Spence
As exhibited:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
This agreement covers transition days for Anne at a per diem rate and not to exceed 10 days.
Timeframe for the 10 days: 10/8/24-10/31/24
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 |
9.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
Minutes
Dr. McBride - expressed her appreciation for Jenny Hedrick stepping in as interim. Jenny said that she will be around to assist when needed. Jenny mentioned that she has enjoyed working with the Administration team and staff.
Mr. Perez - 1939 on the cover page of an article the headline was about 4000 students attending Tiffin City Schools. We need to be that great again. Mr. Perez also mentioned the athletic programs. Downtown Tiffin window decorating was great to see again. Kudos to Coach Boes. All the Athletic programs at Tiffin City are doing a fantastic job, we cannot forget to recognize the great Art and Music programs we have at Tiffin City Schools. Looking forward to the new Music lab at the Middle School.
10.
ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Hold an Executive Session 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(s) or official(s)_X__, 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
No action will be taken.
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 |
11.
EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
Return to open session.
Time out:
Minutes
Motioned: Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Heidi Stephey, Board Member
12.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board business meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:
______ Mr. Williams
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
______ Mrs. Stephey
Minutes
The meeting was adjourned at 7:33pm.
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 |
12.1
Next Regular Meeting
The next regular meeting will be November 25th, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
Minutes
Mr. Williams stated the next regular Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 25th, 2024 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held at Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
13.
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
