Meeting Details
December 15, 2025
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Tiffin Middle School 103 Shepherd Drive Tiffin, Ohio 44883
Purpose
N/A
Minutes
Mr. Kisabeth led the Pledge of Allegiance.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Ms. Spence conducted Roll Call. All board members were present.
The Board members, including the administration, will review the agenda. The Board must approve any additions, deletions, or corrections.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
The agenda was adopted as presented.
Motioned: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
Retirement: Ms. Patty Davis, Athletic Secretary
Minutes
Mr. Bill Beaston recognized Mrs. Patty Davis for her retirement from Columbian High School. Mrs. Davis is a 1975 graduate from Columbian. She started with the district in 2007. That is 18 years of service and 7 Athletic Directors. It is important for the department to have longevity and consistency. A few coaches were asked about their experience working with Mrs. Davis. The following were mentioned: "Patty is great to work with. She is knowledgeable and always gets things done" - Chip Weingart. "Unmatched attention to detail" - Tony Vasko "Unwavering dedication and any urgent task gets completed that is thrown her way"- Amy Cooper. Mrs. Davis memorable moments while at Columbian: educating and athletics through COVID and experiencing teams advance in the conference. Mrs. Davis led with professionalism and accountability. She was always answering phone calls, office drop ins and emails. Her response to many people "would you like me to help with that"? She looks forward to traveling with her husband, seeing her children and grandchildren.
Mrs. Davis thanked Mr. Kisabeth and Carl Fisher for hiring her. Time sure does fly. She thanked her family for all the support. Also, thanked coaches and athletic directors current and previous for their dedication to the district and students. Mr. Kisabeth mentioned it was a pleasure working with Mrs. Davis. He was the AD in 2018 and she was the glue to the department. Mrs. Stephey thanked Mrs. Davis in a parent perspective. Her daughters always adored going into the office. Mrs. Davis has a tremendous work ethic but also wonderful with the students.
Miscellaneous
Minutes
Mr. Boes introduced a program called Transfinder. Mr. Randy Conger presented additional information about the program.
Mr. Conger received a powerpoint from the sales rep and presented quickly on the program. Wayfinder tablets: routes in software. Why: transparency, safety, efficiency. If the student has a picture in the district system that same picture will show up on the tablet. PM route can be different due to student athletic events. The PM route will remove any students from the route that do not ride the bus in the afternoon. The program is similar to a personal gps. The tablet will provide talking directions. Enhanced safety features. There are two options, cards for students to tap on and off the bus with or the bus driver noting on the tablet. With elementary school students a card can get lost easily. The district has decided the bus driver will mark the student on and off the bus each time. Customized reports. Reports can be developed to note when the bus arrived and left a location. This program has a bus conduct option. This can be set up to coordinate with PBIS which in return will eliminate the bus conduct system the district is currently using. Stopfinder: this is the parent interface on their cell phone. Parents are able to track location of the bus. This will help with transparency, safety and efficiency. How the app works: the district needs to invite the parent to use the app. Parent will activate account. Only the primary subscriber can invite other individuals (grandparents, neighbors, babysitter, etc) The company is willing to help roll out the system to the community. Mr. Conger mentioned this has been in the works for several years. At that time the cell towers were not strong enough to support the system. Jodi and Randy attended different districts and rode in the bus to have a first hand experience with the system. The district has utilized the company for 15 years in a different capacities. The company has also been supportive and responsive when a questions arose. Mr. Boes mentioned this item was discussed in the Support Service Committee meeting last week. This allows a safer alternative for substitute bus drivers as well. Attendance portion is a huge benefit. This allows the drivers and district to verify all students are accounted for. The district currently is receiving a $10,000 discount for the agreement and this expires at the end of the month. Dr. McBride followed up with this system was discussed in Support Services Committee Meeting. This year the cost is much more because of the initial install but the years after the cost decreases. The district will also save some money due to the fact the district will install the devices in the bus and not utilize the company. Athletic events cannot use the system because students are not assigned to that exact bus. Mr. Kisabeth mentioned three important areas to him: safety, technology and ideal for substitutes.
Mr. Boes wished the staff, students, community members, and families a Happy Holiday and safe New Year.
Minutes
Real estate tax collected and spent is down by $104,000. This could be from tax payments the district has not received yet, timing of monies, etc. Ms. Spence has a call in with the county auditor to discuss the timing of payments. Interest income decreased, receive more in interest compared to now. Salary and wages increased due to the new salary increase in the CBA. Fringe benefits: December is a no collection month for benefits. Supplies have increased due to the Math curriculum at the middle school. Other object fees and dues: 2023 insurance changed. March 2024 is when the district paid. There is a timing concern for property tax collection fees. With the transfer of banks the district no longer receives the bank transfer fee. Dr. McBride asked when Ms. Spence plans to hear back from the auditor. Ms. Spence responded with hopefully this week she will receive additional information.
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.
Additionally, we would request that individual students names and/or employees names not be mentioned. If you wish to state a Complaint about a particular employee, curriculum, or instructional materials, we ask that you please review Board Policies KL, KLB, KLD, and KLD-R and follow the steps contained in those policies before raising a complaint directly with the Board. Persons wishing to submit comments can do so by emailing tcs_boardcomments@tiffincityschools.org. The meeting will be publicly available via Facebook.
References: Board Policy
BDDH- Public Participation at Board Meetings
KL- Public Complaints
KLB- Public Complaints about Curriculum or Instructional Materials
KLD- Public Complaints about School Personnel
KLD-R- Public Complaints about School Personnel
Minutes
No Public Comment.
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 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. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Consent agenda was approved as presented.
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Treasurer's reports, as exhibited.
Cash Reconciliation
Cash Summary Report
Current Period Outstanding Disbursement Summary Report
Dashboard
General Fund Report
Basic Financial Statements
Outstanding Payroll Checks
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:
November 24th 2025: Regular Board Meeting Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.
December 11th, 2025: Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following resignations:
Athletics:
Mr. Eric Gibson, Head Varsity Wrestling
Food Service:
Ms. Laura Legros, effective 12/12/2025
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Krout Elementary School:
Mr. Kevin Longstreth
Substitute Teachers:
Ms. Emily Keefe
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
Ms. Ellie Stover, Secretary
Mr. John Wahrer, Custodian, 4 hour, Columbian
Mr. David J Moon, Route 71SCC, increase 1/2 hr daily for remainder of 25/26 SY, effective 1/20/2026
Substitute Custodian:
Mr. John Wahrer
Substitute Aide:
Mr. Kenneth Stahl
Volunteer Coach:
Mr. Evan England, Wrestling
The Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following contract amendments:
Mr. Kenny Lawrence, move from Assistant Varsity Coach to Interim Head Varsity Coach, Wrestling
Minutes
Mr. Boes mentioned that due to Mr. Eric Gibson's resignation, Mr. Kenny Lawrence will be named the Interim Head Varsity Coach for the season. Due to Mr. Eric Gibson's work schedule changing he needed to resign his position as head coach.
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education pay the following stipends, upon certified completion of duties:
Phonics First, to be paid upon completion of training, $600.00:
Ms. Brea Shook
Ms. Julie Hicks
Ms. Morgan Wise
Structures Training, to be paid upon completion of training, $600.00
Ms. Abigail Glover
Ms. Lydia Covell
Ms. Maddy Crowe
Ms. Nora Zirm
Acadience Training, to be paid upon completion of training, $240.00
Ms. Julie Hicks
LPDC Members: Employees serving on the LPDC shall be paid five hundred dollars ($500) for one year of service. One-half (1/2) of the stipend shall be paid by December 25 and the remainder shall be paid by June 25:
Ms. Chris Joyce
Ms. Natalie Stake - Mitchell
Ms. Paula Pauly
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:
Columbian Athletic Department:
Linda Burns donated $1,000 to the Boys' Basketball Program.
Columbian High School:
Brian and Derek at Showplace for the donation of 8 full dinners for families at Columbian.
District:
Christ's Church of Tiffin donated jackets, hats and gloves to Pay It Forward.
Grant and Olivia Hammond donated Kroger gift cards at a value of $160.00 to the families in need for the holiday.
Krout Elementary:
"A Holiday to Remember in Downtown Tiffin - Nonprofit" generously donated a $1 Santa Buck for each student at Krout, value of $330.00.
Mr. James Boroff donated $100.00 to the Krout Library.
Minutes
Mr. Kisabeth read all donations and thanked all the donors for the dedication and contribution to the district and community.
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve Statement of Purpose Budget Report(s) from the following student activity groups for the year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026:
Wrestling
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education authorize the payment of the following amounts due, as certified by the fiscal officer that there was at the time of the making of such contract or order and at the time of the execution of such certificate a sufficient sum appropriated for the purpose of such contract or order and in the treasury or in process of collection to the credit of the appropriate fund free from any previous encumbrances:
Minutes
Ms. Spence mentioned this program was set up for automatic payment via the credit card, however the company never informed the district that the credit card was not charged. Going forward Mosyle will send the district invoices that will be matched with a purchase order to guarantee payment will be on time.
The Board of Education approves the agreements from North Central Ohio Educational Service Center, as exhibited;
BCBA Services
Braille Services
Minutes
Mr. Boes mentioned these two contract agreements are to serve students within the district. The district does not have a specialist in house to serve the students.
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education adopt the resolution authorizing the private sale of personal property, which does not exceed $10,000 in value, owned by the board and no longer needed for any school purpose, a 2008 Bluebird model A3 school bus, to Calvert Catholic Schools, as exhibited;
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
This resolution is to authorize the private sale of a bus that the district is no longer using. The bus is being sold to Calvert Catholic Schools.
Motioned: Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Board of Education approves the City of Tiffin Community Reinvestment Area Proceedings, as exhibited;
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Ms. Spence spoke on this item. The City of Tiffin is requesting the board approve the consent form for Big Lots. The city legally has 14 days to notify the district. The city is voting on this item at the City Council meeting this evening. Mr. Kisabeth asked about the total income if less than 2 million dollars. Ms. Spence said cost sharing if payroll increases more than 2 million. Dr. McBride mentioned the mayor was present at the district last board meeting to discuss this item. Dr. Beres asked Ms. Spence if the city gets a relief and if so do you know how much it is? Ms. Spence said she would look into this information. Ms. Spence said she has worked in other communities and that the ask for those communities have been more severe. She believes the city is being mindful of the number of years being asked. Ms. Spence asked Mr. Riggs and city lawyer if there were any other projects that meet this threshold. Both individuals responded that they did not think so. Mr. Kisabeth feels that down the road the district would benefit. Mr. Perez asked why this item needs to be voted on if the city has the final say? Dr. McBride said community partnership and a formality is important. The ask is not the largest and it is an opportunity to partner with the city.
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Board of Education approves Studer - Obringer, Inc. for Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium Renovation Project.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
The renovation will start at the end of the school year and be finished by the 1st day of school. Dr. McBride thanked Mr. Greg Devore and his team on this long overdue project.
Motioned: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Board of Education approves the Annual renewal of Ohio School Board Association membership, as exhibited.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
This membership is for the Ohio School Board Association. This will allow the board members to attend conferences, receive legal and policy updates throughout the year.
Motioned: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Board of Education approves the agreement for Transfinder, as exhibited;
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Dr. McBride thanked Mr. Conger and his team. Mr. Boes thanked Mr. Conger for his dedication to getting the system established. Dr. Beres said parents will have a piece of mind putting their kids on the bus and being able to monitor the location of the bus via the app.
Motioned: Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
Before the Organizational Meeting of the Tiffin City Board of Education, the Board must elect a president pro tempore to conduct the meeting. The president will ask for nominations. When all nominations are presented, the president will close the nominations and ask for a roll call to elect the president pro tempore.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Dr. Beres nominated Mrs. Stephey. Dr. McBride seconded the nomination. Mrs. Stephey was approve at President Pro Tempore.
Motioned: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
Before the Organizational Meeting of the Tiffin City Board of Education, the Board must elect a vice president pro tempore to conduct the meeting. The president will ask for nominations. When all nominations are presented, the president will close the nominations and ask for a roll call to elect the vice president pro tempore.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Dr. Beres nominated Dr. McBride. Mrs. Stephey seconded the nomination. Dr. McBride was approved as Vice President Pro Tempore.
Motioned: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The Board president recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education set its Organizational Meeting for January _________, at_____________________________, at _____________.
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Mr. Kisabeth motioned to hold an Organizational Meeting on January 12th at 6:30pm. Dr. McBride seconded the suggestion. January 12th, 2026 at 6:30pm at Tiffin Middle School was approved.
Motioned: Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President
Seconded: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
Tentative Superintendent Search Timeline
Minutes
The tentative superintendent search timeline was discussed. Dr. McBride mentioned having two dates for the initial interviews and 2 dates for final interviews. Mr. Perez mentioned that the flyer needs to be created. Mr. Kisabeth said the flyer is completed, the dates need to be added. Dr. McBride said this timeline is a great start. Additional discussion needs to occur with the union reps and leadership. Dr. McBride said as a board we need to discuss if the ESC will provide all candidate options or if as a board we would only like to receive candidates that are potential. Mr. Kisabeth mentioned the last week himself and Mr. Perez screened a potential interim superintendent. The board will meet this evening with him again. Dr. McBride mentioned that Mr. Boes has respectfully declined the position and is not interested in stepping into the role.
Announce, open and advertise position no later than Monday, January 5th 2026
Application Deadline Monday, January 26th, 2026
Review Candidates Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
The remaining dates for the timeline will be discussed at the Organizational Meeting on January 12th, 2026
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
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;
__X___ 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.
___X__ g. no action taken.
Time in:
Minutes
Executive session started at 7:37pm.
Return to open session.
Time out:
The Board business meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. Beres
______ Dr. McBride
______ Mr. Perez
Minutes
Meeting started: 6:00pm
Meeting ended: 9:33pm
Motioned: Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Larry Kisabeth, Board President | X | ||
| Mrs. Heidi Stephey, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Joanna Beres, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Meagan McBride, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Victor Perez, Board Member | X |
The next regular meeting will tentatively be on January 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium, pending board action at the Organizational Meeting in January.
Minutes
Organizational Meeting: January 12th, 2026 at 6:30pm at the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
The next regular meeting will tentatively be on January 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium, pending board action at the Organizational Meeting in January.
CERTIFICATE
Section 5705.412, RC