The Board meeting included a presentation on the implementation of a future-ready career assessment for high school students, which was facilitated through a partnership with the Ashtabula County Technical and Career Campus. The Board approved the following financial items: donations, budget amendments, and a fiscal caution written deficit plan to address a projected deficit in the five-year forecast for fiscal year 2028. The board also convened for an executive session regarding the employment of a public employee.
Feb 9, 2026·
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The board meeting included a roll call and approval of the agenda. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a student and staff presentation by the Berkshire Early Childhood Center, detailing their play-based curriculum, activities like the 'lights unit' and Friday dance parties, and highlighting the quality of their staff and new facility features, including in-room bathrooms. The Treasurer's report covered financial statements for January 2026 and a motion to approve several donations, including a large contribution from Preston Superstore/Ford Motor Company for building remodels. Discussions focused heavily on the projected five-year financial forecast, noting the significant negative impact of recent state property tax reform legislation (specifically House Bill 186), which projects the district entering negative cash balance in 2028, necessitating future cuts or levy plans. The Treasurer emphasized that the financial issue stems from state funding shortfalls relative to inflation, not excessive spending.
