Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Alicia Swartzmiller’s organization
Aug 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hopewell-Loudon Local Schools Board Of Education Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board of Education meeting encompassed various administrative and operational updates. The Superintendent reported on athletic pass pricing, the success of the alumni banquet and fall kick-off event, progress on the track building project, school building readiness, and upcoming back-to-school nights. The Treasurer's report included the approval of financial statements and the FY 2027 Financial Forecast. Additionally, the board discussed the potential addition of bowling as an official sport and feedback regarding the athletic trainer. Action items involved approval of various personnel assignments, acceptance of donations, establishment of guaranteed hours for bus drivers, approval of staff handbooks, authorization of overnight trips, updates to substitute teacher pay rates, approval of student activity budgets, and the purchase of a school bus through the Ohio Schools Council.
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Hopewell-Loudon Local Schools Board of Education Special Meeting
The board approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) amendment to the agreement with Touchstone CPM, the Construction Manager at Risk for the Athletic Building Project. The approved amendment is for $3,997,427.00 and covers the cost of work, the manager's fees, general conditions, and contingency requirements.
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hopewell-Loudon Local Schools Board Of Education Special Meeting
The Board reviewed the building construction bid package, including a total project cost of $3,997,427.00 and the inclusion of the track building fire alarm system. Additionally, the Treasurer provided a report on the Series 2010A construction bond sinking fund, covering historical payment timelines and future debt service management options.
Jul 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hopewell-Loudon Local Schools Board Of Education Regular Meeting Minutes
Key discussions during the meeting included informative reports detailing the purchase of welding equipment and floor replacement at the Sentinel Career campus, as well as recognizing student achievements in the Educators Rising and Skills USA competitions. The Superintendent's report covered the distribution of a new Chieftain Chat, the successful installation of new playground turf, and plans for a new track building, scheduling a work session to review project details further. The Treasurer's report included the approval of financial statements for June, covering bank reconciliation, balancing, and bill payments. Discussion items included the first reading of Policy 5136. Action items approved the appointment of an unpaid volunteer for Football, acceptance of donations for Football, FFA, and Athletics, approval of Student Activity Statements of Purpose and Budget for the 2025-2026 School Year, and resolutions to employ Mr. Matthew White and Mrs. Jennifer Faris-Puffenberger under their STRS Retirement terms. Furthermore, a 3.0% salary increase for administrator Nicholas Bergman for the 2025-2026 School Year was approved, along with an additional unpaid volunteer appointment for Volleyball. Board comments addressed correspondence from the County Auditor regarding a pre-1994 CRA tax abatement application and provided an update on the Chieftain Gym Roof/HVAC project, noting shipping delays for HVAC units.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
