Terry Armstrong

The meeting encompassed a wide range of administrative and operational items. Reports were presented by the Superintendent regarding student 4-H participation and potential legal action, as well as by building principals on district performance and upcoming educational activities. Financial actions included the approval of fiscal reports, a financial forecast presentation, permanent appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year, and various fund transfers. The board accepted multiple donations, handled personnel resignations and volunteer approvals, and adjusted staff salary placements. Furthermore, the board reviewed several policy drafts, approved special education transportation contracts, authorized out-of-state student trips, finalized service agreements with educational service centers, and approved a memorandum of understanding for teacher sharing. Additionally, the board approved a revised facility agreement with Ameresco and recognized an individual for the OSBA Media Honor Roll.

The board meeting included the recognition of an award recipient and heard public comments regarding district finances and staff reductions. Reports were presented on staff advisory committees, various student activities at the middle and elementary school levels, and an update on the local technical center. Legislative updates were provided concerning proposed physical education requirements. The board received a report on district facilities and safety projects. Financial actions included the approval of monthly reports, amended appropriations, and amended estimated resources for the fiscal year. Several donations were accepted, and the board addressed personnel matters, including resignations, hiring of supplemental staff, and the non-renewal of various contracts. Additionally, a reduction in force for specific certified and classified personnel was approved, student game workers were authorized, and tournament services were contracted.

The meeting commenced with procedural actions including the approval of the current agenda. Key discussion points included Superintendent and Principal reports, where achievements such as a student reaching 1,000 career points and recognition for new mascot artwork were highlighted. Updates were provided regarding community events and upcoming high school activities. The Safety/Facilities section featured presentations on five-year Capital Needs Improvement plans and the technology budget. Financial actions involved approving January 2026 financial reports, authorizing Then and Now Certificates for specific purchase orders, approving the financial forecast for submission to the State of Ohio, approving new tax amounts and rates, and creating the Severance Fund. Various financial transfers and advances between funds were also approved, along with accepting a safety grant and returning a previous one. Agreements were approved for a Loss Control Service with Sedgwick and a Supplemental Educational Services Agreement with Liberty Local Schools. Personnel actions included accepting a retirement resignation, hiring classified and supplemental personnel, approving substitute staff, and approving volunteers. The Board also approved the 2026/2027 School Year Calendar, permitted open enrollment for the 2026/2027 school year, approved a training contract with Vector Solutions, approved an agreement with Borgman Athletics Group for gym equipment inspections, and formally adopted the Bulldog mascot drawing. The meeting concluded with an Executive Session to discuss negotiations with employees concerning compensation and terms of employment.

The meeting commenced with procedural items including the approval of the agenda and previous minutes. Key reports covered the Superintendent's Update, which recognized the artist of the new bulldog mascot. Student Achievement reports highlighted a basketball player reaching 1,000 career points and recognized performance in Prep Bowl teams. Reports also detailed Capital Needs Improvement plans presented by the Maintenance Supervisor and a technology plan and budget presented by the Technology Director. Financial actions included the approval of January 2026 Financial Reports, authorization of Then and Now Certificates for specific purchase orders, approval of the financial forecast, approval of the creation of Fund 035 (Severance Fund), and approval of several financial advances, transfers, and reclassifications of funds. The Board also approved and accepted the Ohio Attorney General FY26 Formula Safety Grant and approved the return of the FY23 grant. Further actions involved approving a Loss Control Service Agreement with Sedgwick, approving a Supplemental Educational Services Agreement with Liberty Local Schools, accepting a classified personnel resignation due to retirement, hiring new classified and supplemental personnel, approving volunteer personnel, and approving a long-term substitute. The Board also approved the 2026/2027 School Year Calendar, permitted open enrollment, approved contracts for Vector Solutions Training and maintenance/safety inspections for the high school gym, and officially adopted the Bulldog mascot. The meeting concluded with an executive session to prepare for bargaining negotiations.

This organizational meeting focused on establishing the board's operational framework for the year. Key actions included the approval of the January 12, 2026 organizational agenda. Following the administration of the Oath of Office to re-elected members, the board elected Mrs. Jennifer Nicholas as the 2026 Board President and Mr. Taylor Pease as the 2026 Board Vice President. The board established its regular meeting schedule (third Monday at 6:00 PM at the Lakeview High School Media Center). Authorization was granted to the Superintendent to serve as purchasing agent and employ temporary emergency personnel, and to the Treasurer to secure advances, invest funds, and pay bills within appropriation limits. The tax budget for FY27 was presented and approved, establishing the basis for future budgeting. Additionally, the board authorized the purchase of liability insurance, renewed OSBA membership, set member compensation at $80 per meeting for up to 18 meetings, appointed Terry Armstrong as the Public Records Officer Designee, authorized payment for association memberships, approved the Treasurer Bond and required performance bonds, and retained several law firms to provide legal services on an as-needed basis. Finally, liaisons were appointed to various committees, including Legislative, Student Achievement, District Facilities & Safety, and TCTC.