Brian Sugerman

This communication from Marrymont City Schools announces the successful completion of the 'Destination 2026' strategic plan, which guided the district for the past decade and concluded with the graduation of the Class of 2026. The district is preparing to launch a new strategic plan, 'Destination Next,' this summer. This new plan will build upon the established foundation and continue to create exceptional opportunities for every student.

The meeting included various personnel actions covering employment, resignations, retirements, transfers, and supplemental roles. Key items included the approval of student and parent handbooks, district fees, and contracts for transportation and HVAC services. A comprehensive list of policy updates was reviewed, covering areas such as NIL in athletics, drug testing, procurement, and information security. Financial reports were presented along with the approval of tax levy rates, salary schedules, holiday calendars, and banking agreements. Additionally, the district action plan for the school year was reviewed.

The board approved a consent agenda covering various personnel actions including supplemental employment, chaperones for a school dance, and classified and certified staff changes such as resignations and retirements. Pre-approval and reimbursement for college credit coursework for several employees were also authorized. Furthermore, the board approved membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association for the upcoming school year and accepted the financial report, which included updates on investments, forecasts, supplemental appropriations, and a change to the building substitute daily rate.

This document details the 'Destination 2026' strategic plan for Mariemont City Schools, a comprehensive roadmap launched in 2014. The plan aimed to prepare students for a changing world by redesigning the educational system for excellence, emphasizing access and opportunity. Key focus areas included fostering personalized instruction through data collaboration, expanding learning opportunities via STEM and experiential programs (Warriors Beyond), supporting student mental and emotional well-being (Warriors Be Well), leveraging technology for enhanced learning, and developing career education pathways and global awareness (Warriors Be Global). The plan also drove continuous innovation in academics, leadership development, and graduate readiness, ultimately nurturing student potential and transforming educational experiences.

Key actions included the approval of retirement and subsequent re-hiring for a teacher, adjustments to hours/days for ticket workers, and the acceptance of resignation and re-employment for the supervisor of buildings and grounds. Payments for chaperones for the Mariemont High School Snowball Dance were approved, alongside pre-approval requests and reimbursements for college credit courses. During the preceding annual work session, the Board reviewed progress on the Destination NEXT strategic plan, scheduled for an August 2026 launch, and provided directional feedback. On the action agenda, membership in the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) for the 2026-2027 school year was approved. The financial report for January was reviewed, indicating that reports were on track per the forecast, and an updated five-year forecast was presented to the Board.