Karen Vanderhorst

The board discussed and addressed several key agenda items, including the approval of various donations, a student trip to Peru, and new board policies regarding food products and kindergarten entrance age. The board also reviewed and approved student fees, two foreign exchange students, various service agreements with external organizations, and a property and liability proposal. Additionally, the board considered financial reports, budget commission rates, several grant-funded projects, personnel employment actions including staff contracts and renewals, and supplemental contracts for certified and classified staff.

The board meeting agenda includes a roll call, the adoption of the meeting agenda, and an executive session to discuss collective bargaining and negotiations with public employees.

The board meeting covered several key items, including the acceptance of multiple donations for athletic and agricultural programs, approval of a revised contract with Coca-Cola, and authorization for student field trips and curriculum guides. The board also passed resolutions regarding territory acceptance from the Little Miami Local School District, roof repairs, and the installation of a tornado siren. Additionally, the treasurer reported on financial matters, including budget revisions, grant approvals for school safety and bus security, and permanent appropriations. Personnel actions were finalized, including resignations and supplemental contracts for the upcoming school year. The board also discussed open enrollment parameters, future school calendars, and a potential change to the district grading scale.

The Board of Education meeting covered a wide range of business items including the acceptance of numerous donations, the approval of the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, the intake of a foreign exchange student, and the signing of a memorandum of understanding with a university for a talent search program. Additionally, the Board authorized transportation payments, physicals for staff, and significant curriculum resources agreements for various grade levels. Personnel matters were addressed, including the employment of certified and classified staff, as well as supplemental contract approvals. The Board reviewed financial reports, budget transfers, and tax levy resolutions. Policy discussions included first readings regarding misbranded foods and mandatory kindergarten entrance age, followed by an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The Board of Education met to address several agenda items, including the appointment of legislative and student achievement liaisons for the OSBA. Key business included the approval of various donations, athletic trip requests, school calendar items, membership in the OHSAA, open enrollment policies, and disposal of surplus equipment. The board also approved a contract for track resurfacing, reviewed financial reports, permanent appropriations, and various personnel actions, including hiring, resignations, and supplemental contracts. Additionally, the board held an executive session to discuss collective bargaining.