Bonnie Baldridge

The Board of Education received a presentation regarding the funding and purchase requirements for electric school buses. Committee reports were provided by various groups including Budget and Finance, Building and Grounds, Student Achievement and Curriculum, Athletic Facilities, and Policy, Curriculum and Communications. The Board reviewed the Treasurer's report and addressed various personnel actions, including the acceptance of multiple resignations and the approval of new certified and non-certified employment recommendations, including supplemental and volunteer positions. An executive session was conducted to discuss confidential public employee matters.

The Board of Education meeting included presentations from the Rainsboro Elementary Principal regarding school events and the Maintenance Supervisor regarding HVAC projects. Reports were provided by the J.V.S. Delegate and the Student Achievement Liaison, who recognized Fall Sports athletes. The Board took action on a consent agenda that included the approval of the Five Year Forecast, a resolution to seek natural gas quotes, and several staff resignations. Additionally, the Board adopted employment agendas covering certified and classified substitutes, volunteer supplementals, and other personnel appointments. The Board concluded the meeting after an executive session held to discuss personnel matters.

The Board of Education received student presentations on precision agriculture, hydroponics, and drone technology, alongside a presentation on field turf. Legislative updates were provided regarding student work hours and kindergarten admission requirements. The Board conducted various personnel actions including resignations, employment of certified and classified staff, and appointments of supplemental positions. Additionally, the Board approved a range of administrative items such as the 2025-2026 K-5 Local Literacy Plan, a student field trip to Italy, and budget-related reports. An executive session was held to discuss personnel matters, and the Board appointed a President Pro Tem for the upcoming organizational meeting.

The Board of Education received an instructional presentation covering state test results, graduation rates, and the triennial One Plan, which focuses on instructional improvements, parent engagement, and the integration of AI. The Treasurer presented the Five-Year Forecast, noting that the district is projected to maintain a positive year-end balance through 2029 despite potential deficit spending in future fiscal years. The Board approved several items, including an agreement with the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, a contract with the Ohio Association of Public School Employees, the appointment of Stockmeister Enterprises, Inc. for science lab renovations, and a student trip to Greece. Additionally, the Board conducted extensive personnel actions, including the hiring of various certified and classified staff and the approval of multiple supplemental contracts for the upcoming school year.

The Board meeting included the recognition of student athletes for their spring sports accomplishments and a presentation on preliminary state testing results. Legislative updates concerning public schools were provided, alongside committee reports including an overview of the Athletic Facilities Committee. The Treasurer reviewed property insurance premiums, final FY24 appropriations, and temporary FY25 appropriations. A substantial portion of the meeting was dedicated to personnel matters, including the approval of various employment agreements, resignations, and salary schedules. An executive session was held to discuss employment and compensation matters before the meeting was adjourned.