West Clermont Local School District

The meeting focused on the status of records digitization and a review of record retention procedures. Additionally, the commission addressed recent trends in public records requests, noting an increase in both volume and complexity, and identified upcoming training opportunities provided by the Auditor of State.

The board meeting included recognitions of outstanding educators, including an early childhood educator and a high school chemistry teacher. The school nutrition team and the superintendent were also honored by the School Nutrition Association of Ohio. A student presented an end-of-year update regarding his experiences and accomplishments at the career campus. During the public speaking portion, parents discussed the need for better communication regarding student achievements at vocational schools. The board also addressed the personnel agenda, retirement recognitions, approval of student fees for the upcoming school year, and the formal adoption of a district-wide cybersecurity program as required by state law.

This document outlines the West Clermont Local Schools' Student Wellness and Success Funding Plan, which reinforces the district's commitment to the behavioral and mental health and wellness of all students. The plan details the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) aimed at addressing identified needs through foundational, universal (Tier 1), targeted (Tier 2), and intensive (Tier 3) supports. It emphasizes the vital role of School Counselors in providing consultative and direct services, in collaboration with a wide array of internal and external community providers, to eliminate barriers to student access, participation, and growth in learning.

The board meeting included a volunteer recognition ceremony honoring nine volunteers from various schools within the district. Additionally, the board discussed personnel matters including a retirement, reviewed a second reading of a policy regarding artificial intelligence, and approved several overnight field trips for student athletes. The consent agenda included the approval of donations, authorization for the superintendent to execute contracts with K12 Business Consulting and Hamilton County ESC, a resolution amending the fiscal year 2026 annual appropriation measure, and the approval of financial statements.

The Greater Cincinnati Business Advisory Council's 2025-2026 Joint Statement outlines the council's fulfillment of statutory responsibilities and progress towards its goals. The document highlights five key strategic areas: expanding career-based learning opportunities, strengthening employer engagement, supporting the career connector network, developing workforce-aligned academic innovation, and increasing equity and access for students. These efforts collectively aim to prepare students for high-demand, high-skill, and high-wage careers and to strengthen regional workforce alignment.