Jonathan Pera

The board approved financial reports, graduation for the Class of 2026, and a comprehensive list of policy revisions and additions including procurement, credit card use, and transportation guidelines. Personnel actions included the approval of an employment contract for a Special Education Supervisor, non-renewal of a teaching contract, a reduction in force resolution, various staff resignations, and contract approvals for certified and classified personnel. The board also authorized supplemental athletic and academic positions, approved a golf course member agreement, a pay-to-participate agreement, and an electric audit project. Additionally, the board approved a Wi-Fi network upgrade, transfers of unclaimed funds, field trips, and a donation to the elementary principal fund, concluding with an executive session regarding personnel.

This plan outlines how Bristol Local Schools intends to utilize ARP ESSER funds to address the impact of the pandemic and improve educational outcomes. Key initiatives include facility upgrades to enhance air quality and support in-person instruction, comprehensive learning loss mitigation strategies such as summer learning boot camps, after-school tutoring, and potential additional teaching staff. The plan also focuses on student social-emotional and mental health support through a PBIS program, targeted monitoring of student subgroups, and the enhancement of technology for both remote learning and instructional delivery. Assessments like MAP are used to diagnose student needs and inform instruction, with funding available through 2024.

This document outlines the Bristol Local Schools' comprehensive 'Plan for English Learners' for the 2024-2025 school year. The plan's core objective is to ensure that each English Learner achieves individual academic excellence and maximizes personal growth by developing listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, and by fostering social emotional development. Key components include thorough EL identification and enrollment processes, educational programming and services aligned with Ohio's EL Standards, comprehensive assessment and evaluation, reclassification and monitoring protocols, and robust parent, community, and student engagement initiatives. The plan also details staffing, teacher fluency requirements, and the utilization of Title III funds to support EL students in achieving academic proficiency and success.

The board approved financial reports and revised a purchased services agreement with the Trumbull County Board of DD - Fairhaven School. Several agreements were authorized, including those with Youngstown State University and Hiram College for student teacher mentoring, as well as a Career Navigator Services Agreement with the Trumbull County Educational Service Center. Personnel actions included the approval of athletic supplemental positions, the hiring of a bus cleaner and an educational assistant, and the granting of parental leave. Additionally, the board approved a field trip for the Quiz Bowl team, payments for tournament event workers, and the acceptance of various donations to school funds. An executive session was held to discuss employment matters.

The board addressed a variety of operational and administrative matters. Key actions included approving financial reports, modifying bus procurement plans, and setting school calendars for the 2026-2027 academic year. Personnel decisions involved accepting staff resignations, approving athletic supplemental positions, and updating the substitute list. The board also accepted the resignation of a public library trustee and passed resolutions regarding OHSAA membership, third-grade testing formats, and tax levies. Additionally, the board approved a revised activity budget, authorized a field trip, and reviewed the district forecast before entering an executive session to discuss employment.