Abby Abernathy

The board meeting featured a legislative report concerning potential property tax issues and their impact on bond security and school services. A representative from the Ohio School Boards Association provided updates on regional recognition programs, legislative outreach, and upcoming conferences. The board celebrated a member's ten-year service anniversary. Additionally, the athletic director provided a summary of winter and spring sports, highlighting achievements in basketball, swimming, and wrestling, while discussing the impact of spring weather on current events.

The board meeting included a legislative report covering property tax issues, bond security, and the impact of the voucher system on public education. Additionally, a representative from the Ohio School Boards Association provided updates on upcoming regional programs and presented a service recognition award to a board member. The athletic director delivered a comprehensive summary of winter sports performance and provided an update on current spring athletic programs.

The Board meeting included a presentation on the student PBIS incentive program at Atinson Elementary, which aims to encourage positive student behavior and peer support. Legislative reports were shared regarding state-level proposals on continuing levies, NIL policies, government expenditure databases, and educational vouchers. The Board also reviewed and approved donations for Atinson Learning Center and the school district's stadium improvements, alongside various service contracts for extended school year therapy, occupational, physical, and speech services. Additionally, the summer elementary intervention program for third-grade students was approved.

The meeting included student-led activities, a report from the superintendent, and a recognition ceremony for Fremont Middle School receiving a Momentum Award from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Additionally, the board recognized stellar students in grades four through eight through the Learning and Liberty Foundation.

The Board of Education meeting included the discussion and approval of various items, such as donations to the Atkinson Learning Center and the school district. Contracts with Resilience Therapy Services and P.T. Services were considered for summer services. The Board reviewed plans for elementary and high school summer intervention programs, including credit recovery and state test preparation. Several staff resignations and appointments for both the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years were addressed, along with supplemental duty contracts and resolutions for supplemental positions. Status changes for coaching positions were approved, and the February 2026 financial report was presented for consideration.