G. Elgin Card

The board discussed a request to hold a celebration of life event for a former employee in district facilities, resulting in the approval of new administrative guidelines regarding event applications, facility costs, and the restriction on human or other remains. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to deliberate on the employment and compensation of a public employee as permitted by the Ohio Revised Code.

The meeting commenced with procedural items, including the approval of the agenda and an inspirational message focusing on Princeton Community Middle School. Key discussion points included a public request for the Board to consider a policy allowing homeschooled students to attend up to two classes, and considerations regarding a contract for an individual named Mr. Card. The Board recognized Music In Our Schools Month and National Women's History Month. District business involved approving the February 2026 Financial Report, resolutions for Sales for the 2025 Tax Year Board of Revision Complaints, and approving contracts with Innovate K12 for a Community Perception Survey, Disruption Now for AI Training Professional Development, Prodigy Building Solutions, and Constellation for Electricity. Academic updates were presented regarding the EL program. Furthermore, it was announced that the Board accepted the Superintendent's contract as a resignation due to non-signing and that discussions were underway with Dr. Mari Phillips to serve as interim Superintendent. The Board entered two executive sessions to discuss the employment and compensation of a public employee and negotiations concerning employee compensation.

The special meeting commenced with procedural items, including a roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval or revision of Agenda Addendum #51.26. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to an Executive Session under Ohio Revised Code Sections 121.22 (G) (1) to discuss the employment and compensation of a public employee. Following the executive session, the Board approved Consent Agenda Addendum #53.26. The main action item was the approval of Resolution Addendum #54.26, accepting the resignation of Superintendent Mr. G. Elgin Card. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

This Financial Forecast Report for the Princeton City School District outlines the district's projected financial trends from Fiscal Year 2026 to 2030, aiming to encourage financial sustainability and stability. It provides a detailed overview of anticipated revenues, including property taxes, state funding, and other operating sources, alongside a comprehensive breakdown of projected expenditures across personnel services, employee benefits, purchased services, supplies, capital outlay, and debt. The report forecasts a decline in the cash balance, with expenditures projected to outpace revenue growth, leading to a revenue shortfall by the end of the forecast period. It serves as a basis for long-range planning and identifying potential financial challenges.

The provided excerpt does not contain specific details regarding the strategic direction, core pillars, or intended outcomes of the Princeton City Schools' Strategic Plan. The document references the existence of a strategic plan across various departments and for different stakeholders.