Mark Dosen

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Key discussion points included updates on athletic achievements, noting that boys basketball, girls gymnastics, and wrestling were suburban league champions, and that 18 swimming and diving athletes advanced to the District meet, with one winning the district championship. Bowling teams set record-setting seasons. The robotics team qualified all eight high school teams for the state tournament. Congratulations were extended to Mr. Meslona, named Athletic Director of the Year. The Athletic Boosters are seeking officers and volunteers for concession stand support. In music, the Tri Music Honor Society inducted 15 students. Curriculum updates focused heavily on professional learning, including the final K to 5 science curriculum review, initial training for the K to 5 writing revolution, I Ready math training for intervention specialists, and Amplify ELA training aligned across grade levels, with a forthcoming AI policy required by July 1st. Community review is open for the proposed AP World History curriculum. The Career Center reported high application numbers, indicating increased competitiveness. The finance update indicated a holding pattern pending state review of the December financial audit. Legislative updates covered the OSBA conference and pending legislation concerning lawsuits against the state (HB 671), Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules, and potential limitations on choice voucher expansion income levels. Permanent improvement discussions focused on upcoming agenda items like Phase 2 of the Hilton Drive project and repairs to tennis courts and roofing. Parent School Organization (PSO) units are actively seeking volunteers for leadership roles, and the elementary school PSO is hosting its fourth annual book swap. Safety discussions included a positive report on a recent high school lockdown drill, noting high professionalism and immediate resolution of minor issues, including updates on strategic systems used. Finally, the Schools Foundation's major fundraising event, "A Toast to Our Future," is scheduled for the following day, and they are seeking trustees, especially those with a finance background. The sustainability committee noted ongoing work regarding composting efforts and the complexity of implementing such programs at the elementary level.

The meeting included President's announcements and a review of the consent agenda. Reports from board areas of responsibility covered curriculum updates, including the completion of end of course exams where American Government scores showed a 97% passing rate compared to the state average of 66%. Benchmark diagnostics testing is scheduled to commence. The board is planning to adopt a new Spanish curriculum titled 'Reporteros' and continuing professional development for the writing revolution. A committee is revising the K-12 report card to align with the science of reading curriculum. Data reporting is being enhanced using PowerSchool analytics for MTSS. The board also heard updates from the Kyogre Valley Career Center, noting it was rated the number one career center in Ohio with 96.88% of graduates employed, enrolled, or enlisted. Financial matters included an update on the annual audit status. Permanent improvements include discussion and eventual voting on Phase Two of the Hilton driveway project. The Schools Foundation is preparing for its annual fundraiser, 'A Toast to Our Future.' The sustainability committee is pursuing grant funding from the Kyogre County Solid Waste District to install standardized recycling and waste stations and improve signage, emphasizing student leadership and culture building.

This document presents the General Fund Forecast, acting as a roadmap for financial planning and discussion from July 2025 to June 2030. Key focus areas include analyzing operational revenues and expenditures, understanding state and local funding dynamics, and evaluating the impact of legislative policies and economic conditions. The plan aims to engage the Board of Education and community in long-range financial discussions, identify potential financial problems, and proactively address challenges such as anticipated deficit spending, with the ultimate goal of ensuring long-term financial stability and maintaining adequate cash reserves through measures like a projected new levy.

The "Taxpayer Tuesdays Deep Dive" document educates the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District community on school funding mechanisms, tax dollar utilization, and the district's commitment to fiscal responsibility and financial planning. It details core financial pillars including fund accounting, financial oversight (e.g., planning cycles, budget development, enrollment monitoring, staffing models), and legislative impacts on funding. The document emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the primary financial goal of extending the levy cycle through sound stewardship, while also highlighting the role of "200 Funds" in fostering student leadership and financial literacy.

This document presents a five-year financial forecast for the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District. It details actual general fund revenues and expenditures for fiscal years 2022-2024, and provides projected figures for fiscal years ending June 30, 2025 through 2029. The forecast serves as a crucial management tool for long-range planning, addressing financial issues, and identifying potential fiscal challenges. It includes extensive assumptions regarding property tax collections, state funding, personnel services, employee benefits, and outlines various risk factors and uncertainties influencing future financial stability.