Meeting Details
April 27, 2026
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Tiffin Middle School 103 Shepherd Drive Tiffin, Ohio 44883
Purpose
N/A
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL:
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
3.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
The Board members, including the administration, will review the agenda. The Board must approve any additions, deletions, or corrections.
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
4.
PRESENTATION
High School Senior Decorated Graduation Cap Proposal
Ms. Kate Focht and Mr. Drew Bauman - One Plan 26-29
5.
SUPERINTENDENT REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
6.
TREASURER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
General Fund Report
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.
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
8.
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 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.
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
8.1
Approve Minutes
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following minutes, as exhibited:
3.23.2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
8.2
Approve Treasurer's Report
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
8.3
Approve Committee Reports
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the attached Committee Reports, as exhibited.
3.19.2026 Business Advisory Committee Minutes
4.9.2026 Policy and Governance Committee Minutes
4.9.2026 Finance Committee Minutes
4.16.2026 Business Advisory Committee Minutes
8.4
Retirements
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following retirements:
Washington Elementary School:
Mr. David Lucius, effective May 31st, 2026
8.5
Resignations
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following resignations:
Ms. Camden Grunden, effective conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year
Transportation Department:
Ms. Bambi Carr, effective March 21, 2026
Food Service Department:
Ms. Alecia Miller, effective conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year
Ms. Jacquelyn Comer, effective April 10, 2026
Athletic Department:
Mr. Paul Fortney, effective April 17th, 2026
Administration Building:
Ms. Abigail Young, effective May 13th, 2026
Special Education Department:
Ms. Abigail Clifford, effective conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year
Columbian High School:
Ms. Kate Focht (Coordinator for Technology Practices and Continuous Improvement), effective the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year
8.6
Employ Professional Staff 2025-2026
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Lead Teacher, Extended School Year, $28.60 per hour, not to exceed 11 hours/week
Ms. Tiffany Thompson, effective May 26 - June 25, 2026
Teacher, TCHS Summer School, $28.60 per hour, not to exceed 20 hours weekly for 4 weeks; June 1-25th, 2026
Mr. Connor Rettenmund
Mr. Daniel Gilbert
Mr. Don Cook
Mr. Don Ferstler
Mr. John Eckroth
Teacher, Substitute, TCHS Summer School, $28.60 per hour, not to exceed 20 hours weekly for 4 weeks; June 1-25th, 2026
Ms. Lori Sharp
Ms. Sarah Babione
8.7
Employ Support Staff 2025-2026
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
Transportation Department:
Ms. Jessica Porter, effective April 13th, 2026, route 160 AM & PM 4hrs per day, .25hrs per day pre trip and .25hrs per week for fueling
Substitute Bus Driver:
Ms. Jessica Porter
Substitute Educational Aide:
Ms. Lori Sharpe
Substitute Custodian:
Mr. Alexander Smith
8.8
Administrative Employment 2026-2027
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the following administrative contract(s):
Krout Principal:
Dr. Lori Pierce
8.9
Employ Professional Staff 2026-2027
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Professional Staff:
Ms. Jena Harrison
Mr. Ried Jury
Ms. Karyssa VanHoose
First Two Year Contract (2026-2028)
Ms. Adrienne T. Lucius
Ms. Alyssa M. Clason
Ms. Hannah J. Snyder
Mr. James V. Picciuto
Ms. Julie M. Hicks
Ms. Kristen M. Wise
Ms. Lynn A. Phillips
Ms. Maria C. Welter
Ms. Mary F. Massi
Ms. Morgan O. Wise
Ms. Samantha R. Hoover
Ms. Sarah E. Hicks
Mr. Tyler N. Turek
Second One Year Contract (2026-2027)
Ms. Abigail F. Glover
Ms. Amy Lehosit Spell
Ms. Andrea R. Robinson
Ms. Brandy L. Madden
Ms. Carina E. Hart
Ms. Cynthia L. Coy
Ms. Emily J. Benfer
Mr. Kevin Longstreth
Ms. Lydia P. Covell
Ms. Magdalina A. Crowe
Ms. Mari E. Hadding
Ms. Robin D. Gardner
Mr. Samuel E. Berlekamp
Ms. Savana R. Presson
Ms. Quinn S. Kantner
Second Three Year Contract (2026-2029)
Ms. Kerry N. Tschanen
Ms. Teresa J. White
Ms. Trisha J. Flint
Mr. Tyler W. Mesnard
Third Three Year Contract (2026-2029)
Ms. Amanda I. Whitman
Ms. Brandie R. Reinhart
Ms. Bria L. Stephens
Mr. Cody J. Myers
Ms. Cristy M. Delturco
Mr. Donald J. Ferstler
Ms. Erin R. Biglin
Ms. Jodi L. Ziger
Mr. John F. Kihorany
Ms. Katelynn R. Hafer
Ms. Kimberly J. Ridge
Ms. Laura L. Starrett
Ms. Laurie A. Morter
Ms. Leslie R. Humphrey
Ms. Loren J. Burkes
Ms. Natallie A. Jones
Ms. Nicole A. Arnold
Ms. Renee M. Lacy
Ms. Shawnie A. McLellan
Ms. Tori N. Lee
Ms. Vicky M. Boehler
Ms. Wendy A. Rothrock
Non Renewals, Home Instruction:
Ms. Alyssa Clason
Ms. Donald Ferstler
Ms. Jodi Roszman
Ms. Krista Lewis
Ms. Lisa Wilson
Ms. Rita Brown
Ms. Sarah Babione
Ms. Stacey Kiesel
8.10
Employ Support Staff 2026-2027
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education employ the following Support Staff:
First Two Year Contract (2026-2028)
Special Needs Aide:
Ms. Alice E. Allie
Ms. Alisha J. Holcomb
Ms. Amber N. Vanover
Ms. Emily J. Scherger
Ms. Donna D. Thacker
Ms. Jamee M. Reed
Mr. James A. Scherger
Ms. Jennifer L. Reamer
Ms. Jessica L. Myers
Ms. Jolene M. Englehart
Mr. Joseph M. Gill
Ms. Kaitlyn E. Schonta-Pinkerton
Ms. Margot Rennels
Ms. McKensey E. Carter
Ms. Molly E. Wright-Koch
Ms. Sonya M. Larick
Ms. Teresa McIntyre
Educational Aide:
Ms. Kenita R. Narruhn
Ms. Shelly L. Bower
Library Paraprofessional:
Ms. Kaitlyn G. Poll
Custodian/Bus Washer:
Mr. Dennis R. McDonald
Custodian:
Mr. John R. Wahrer
Custodian, Head Elementary:
Mr. Damian A. York
Food Truck Driver:
Ms. Shelbi M. Banks
Food Service, General Worker:
Ms. Amy E. Bennington
Ms. April L. Farley
Ms. Loretta L. Browne
Secretary:
Ms. Ellen J. Stover
Bus Driver:
Mr. Andris J. Andersons
Ms. Jolene M. Englehart
Ms. Jessica Porter
Psychologist Assistant:
Ms. Reannon M. Hays
Second Two Year Contracts, (2026-2028)
Special Needs Aide:
Ms. Ashley M. Lowry
Ms. Cindy L. Park
Ms. Jessica K. Wise
Ms. Kendel L. Klotz
Ms. Mikayla D. L. Breaux
Ms. Nichole L. Strait
Ms. Santina M. Marks
Ms. Susan K. Moyer
Ms. Tracy E. Metzger
Bus Driver:
Mr. Gene A. Englehart
Mr. James A. Scherger
Mr. Keith J. Kirchner
Ms. Shaunte M. Bradshaw
Service Technologist:
Ms. Shawna J. Blust
Secretary:
Ms. Sarah E. Brill
Psychologist Assistant:
Ms. Marsha P. Vera
Food Service, General Worker:
Ms. Misty D. Runion
Food Service, Department Head:
Ms. Jacqueline L. Thom
Mechanic:
Mr. Fred L. Jones
Sweeper:
Mr. Jonathan E. Parsons
Third Two Year Contract (2026-2028)
Educational Aide:
Ms. Jolinda M. Elchert
Ms. Olivia M. Boeser
Special Needs Aide:
Ms. Ashley L. McKinney
Mr. Jeffrey T. Greer
Ms. Jennifer L. Keckler
Ms. Jessica N. Cantu
Ms. Melinda A. Graham
Ms. Wendy A. Gifford
Library Paraprofessional:
Ms. Alissa R. Kelley
Account Clerk:
Ms. Brogan M. Jones
Ms. Wendy S. Campbell
Secretary:
Ms. Megan E. Auble
Third Two Year Contract (2026-2028)
Food Service, General Worker:
Ms. Jane M. Kelbley
Custodian:
Ms. Hailey A. Cooper
One Year Contingent Contract (2026-2027):
Ms. Barbara J. Goshe
Continuing Contracts:
Ms. Aubrey A. Wise, Bus Driver
Ms. Courtnie Williams, Educational Aide and Secretary
Ms. Heather J. Musa-Francis, Food Service, Department Head
Ms. Jillaine E. Dunn, Secretary
Mr. John Z. Reuter, Custodian
Ms. Katherine A. Miller, Educational Aide
Ms. Lucy Baines, Special Needs Aide
Ms. Teresa A. Faber, Bus Driver
8.11
Contract Amendments
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the following contract amendments:
Current Contract Amended Contract
Columbian High School:
Ms. Jillaine Dunn: effective August 1st, 2026 190 day contract 185 day contract
Ms. Angela Clouse: effective August 1st, 2026 260 day contract 221 day contract
Krout Elementary School:
Ms. Jessica Porter: effective April 13th, 2026 7.5 hours per day(aide) 3.5 hours per day(aide)
Mr. Damian York: Effective April 28th, 2026 Sweeper Custodian, Head Elementary
8.12
Leave of Absence
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following leave of absence:
Ms. Mallary Nielsen, August 21st, 2026 - September 30th, 2026
8.13
Donations and Grants
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education accept the following donations:
Athletic Department:
PT Services Rehabilitation is donating a hydrocollator unit to the athletic department.
Columbian High School:
A donation of two (2) cookie trays, estimated cost of $100.00 for both, from Grace Baptist Church.
The Tiffin Columbian Alumni Association Academic Enrichment Fund of the Tiffin Community Foundation provided a grant to Columbian of $1,627.50 for the Senior Breakfast.
Krout Elementary School:
A donation of 7 bookbags, estimated cost of $70.00 were donated by Darla & Terry Domich.
Sandy Burns donated a book written by Lauren Phillips, a TCS alumni.
Tiffin Middle School:
Tiffin Community Foundation Fbo The George W Deinzer Endowment Fund donated $949.00 to the TMS Choir to help cover costs for students to perform at Cedar Point.
TMS teacher (Erin Lawrence) received a donation of $2,000 from VFW Post 2858 for items to be used in her classroom.
TMS choir program received a donation of $100.00 from Connie Distel.
The following donations were given to Camp Invention:
Webster Industries, Inc.
Kiwanis Club of Tiffin
Rotary Foundation
National Machinery Foundation
Gilmore Charitable Foundation
Old Fort Banking Company
Tiffin Metal Products Co. Charitable Fund
White Family Charitable Fund of the Tiffin Community Foundation
8.14
Statement of Purpose Budget Reports 2025-2026
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:
NHS: Lemonade Fundraiser
TMS: Student Council Candy Spinner
Columbian: Prom Tickets
Columbian: Winter Dance Tickets
Columbian: FISH Food Pantry
Columbian: Hot Chocolate Sales
Columbian Prom/Jr. Class
Lemonade Fundraiser NHS
Gifted Activity
8.15
Approved North Central Ohio Education Service Center Mental Health Counselor Services
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education to approve the NCOESC agreement for Mental Health Counselor Services, as exhibited:
8.16
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding - Great Lakes Community Action Partnership
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the MOU between Tiffin City School and Great Lakes Community Action Partnership Head Start Program, as exhibited;
9.
ACTION ITEMS:
9.1
Approve 2026-2027 Handbooks
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the following handbooks, as exhibited:
Lincoln Preschool - Student & Parent Handbook
Lincoln Preschool Instructional Aide Handbook
K-5 Elementary School - Student & Parent Handbook
K-5 Elementary Instructional Aide Handbook
Middle School Grade 6-8 - Student and Parent Handbook
Middle School Grade 6-8 - Instructional Aide Handbook
Middle School Grade 6-8 - Teacher Handbook
Columbian High School Grade 9-12 - Parent & Student Handbook
Columbian High School Grade 9-12 - Instructional Aide Handbook
Columbian High School Grade 9-12 - Teacher Handbook
Columbian Athletics Handbook
Early Entrance to Kindergarten Handbook
9.2
Approve DataServ Integrations, LLC Service Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the DataServ Integrations service agreement, as exhibited;
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
9.3
Approve the Tiffin Columbian Graduating Class of 2026
The Superintendent recommends the Tiffin City Board of Education approve the Tiffin Columbian Graduating Class of 2026, pending completion of all requirements of Tiffin City Schools and the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce, as exhibited.
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
9.4
Approve Updated Board Policies
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the updated Board Policies, as exhibited;
DLC: Expense Reimbursements
DLC-R: Expense Reimbursements
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
9.5
Approve Collaboration Therapy LLC, Professional Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the Collaboration Therapy, LLC Professional Agreement, as exhibited;
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
9.6
Approve March 20th, 2026 Settlement Agreement
The Superintendent recommends the Board of Education approve the Settlement Agreement that occured on March 20th, 2026.
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
10.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
11.
ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION:
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ 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;
_____ 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:
12.
EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION
Return to open session.
Time out:
13.
Next Regular Meeting
The next regular meeting will be May 18th, 2026 in the Tiffin Middle School Cafetorium.
14.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board Regular meeting is concluded.
Meeting started:
Meeting ended:
______ Mrs. Stephey
______ Dr. McBride
______ Dr. Beres
______ Mr. Kisabeth
______ Mr. Perez
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