Lori A. Ludwig

The meeting agenda covered various administrative and operational matters. Treasurer's business included the approval of January 2026 financial reports, payment of bills, an investment record, the purchase of 510 Chromebooks and licenses, and the amendment of estimated revenues and appropriations. The Administration recommended approval for a Non-Exclusive Licensing Agreement with Iron Innovations, LLC, implementation of an exempt salary grid, and a resolution authorizing the 2026-2027 membership renewal in the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA). Further business involved authorizing the negotiation and execution of GMP Amendment No. 1 for the Archery Building Project with Wolf Creek Contracting Company, LLC, not to exceed $858,163.63, plus authority for associated change orders up to 10%. The board also reviewed a tentative list of 2026 Warren High School Graduates and conducted a first reading of new and revised policies spanning topics like Bidding Requirements, Gifted Programs, Athletics, and Cybersecurity. Personnel actions included processing resignations, retirements, transfers, and employment for certified, classified, and supplemental positions, including non-licensed individuals for Pupil Activity Contracts in athletics and academics. The meeting concluded with a planned executive session to consider employee discipline.

The meeting included recognition of performing arts students and a public meeting regarding the re-employment of a teacher. The Treasurer's report covered approving minutes, payment of bills, financial reports, investment records, membership with SEOVEC for dental insurance, a five-year forecast, changes in health insurance premiums, and student lunch prices for the upcoming school year. The Superintendent's report included approving the student handbook and a Memorandum of Understanding for College Credit Plus. There was also discussion and potential approval of personnel recommendations, including resignations, transfers, employment of administrative and certified personnel, extended service contracts, and contract recommendations for the upcoming school year.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various operational aspects. These included the installation of accessible stage ramps, LED lighting upgrades, grounds care, landscaping improvements, stage arch completion, and furniture cleaning. There were updates on transportation, including the implementation of new routing software and the replacement of the engine for the dump truck. The athletic update included the shadow box status. Old business covered the Archery Building proposal and the progress of the Health Care Facility. New business included a quote for a new asphalt project, boiler and chiller preventive maintenance contracts, and cameras and access controls.

The meeting addressed various topics, including a donation of books to the Warren High School Book club. The Treasurer's report included the approval of minutes, payment of bills, financial reports, and several agreements with META Solutions related to internet access and managed internal broadband services. The Board discussed property tax reform, renovations at WCCC, and reports from the District Operations, Finance, Policy, and Learning, Instruction, & Assessment committees. The Administration recommended adopting the Department of Education and Workforce Special Education Model Policies and Procedures, and donations for the archery program. Bids for the Archery Building Project were rejected, and the project will be reconfigured and re-bid. The board also discussed policy updates, personnel recommendations, and pupil activity recommendations. The board also discussed the potential elimination of the Department of Education at the Federal Level.

The meeting addressed various financial matters, including the approval of minutes, payment of bills, financial reports, investment records, and a contract for Medicaid cost reports. Bids for milk and bread products were authorized, along with voluntary student accident insurance. Amendments to estimated revenues and appropriations were also discussed. The Superintendent's report covered participation in the Summer Youth Employment Program, agreements with the Warren Local Education Association and Marietta College Education Department, and non-exclusive licensing agreements. The board affirmed the expulsion of a student and discussed personnel matters, including resignations, employments, retirements, and leave of absence requests. Recommendations for athletic positions and pupil activity programs were also reviewed.