Grand Valley Board of Education May 15, 2017 Regular Meeting
Grand Valley Board of Education May 15, 2017 Regular Meeting Board Summary
The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board at The Ashtabula Foundation Appreciation Luncheon on April 28, 2017 was attended by Chris Battaglia, Cayla Driscoll, Sydni Samsa, Tyler Easton, Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, advisor Annie Peters, Tim Cole, Lilly Portman, Josie Purcell, Olivia Kepiro
Brett Whitely - Gilmore Award, Matthew Callahan John Phillip Sousa Award, Nicholas Thacker, Sarah Armstrong, Andy Reeve and Aaron George Mustang Pride Awards
Regular Meeting – Monday, May 15, 2017 in the Grand Valley High School Study Hall at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia, Mrs. Stanley, Mr. Hendershott, Mr. Jackson, Mr. Keeney PLEDGE TO FLAG: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION TO DISCUSS BOARD AGENDA ITEMS: Jason McConnell and Donna Shinault suggested town hall meeings.
Limit 5 minutes
BRIEFINGS: 1.
STUDENT RECOGNITIONS Submitted by Annie Peters The Ashtabula Foundation has partnered with The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropy Board which enables GVHS students the opportunity to give back to the community through service learning. The mission of the board is to assist in the funding of projects for our local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board distributed grant award checks to the 501(c)(3) non profit groups on Friday, April 21. The student board members assess grant proposals, determine their funding status, agree on the proposal amount, forward their recommendations to the Ashtabula Foundation for approval and once approved the students can distribute the funding. The Ashtabula Foundation provides $5000.00 for the students to distribute. Grand Valley was the pilot program for youth philanthropy in the county and now every school in Ashtabula county has a philanthropic youth group. Grants awarded were: Conversation Station GVYPB awarded $424.00 to upgrade Signage, equipment Maintenance, partial funding for a thermal storage bag. Country Neighbor GVYPB awarded $1875.00, 1 Commercial Robot Coupe Food Processor, 10 assorted steam table pans with lids, assorted food storage containers with lids. Orwell United Method Church (Community Vacation Bible School) GVYPB awarded $1000.00 to purchase supplies for VAC.
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Cynthia Nye Marsh Hartsgrove Township Park Trust Inc. GVYPB awarded $806.00 for 3 Benches with backs, one picnic table. Ashtabula County Animal Protective League GVYPB awarded $894. 93 for a mini fridge, non slip stainless steel feeding bowls, stainless steel cart. The GVYPB awarded Julie Page of the Orwell United Methodist Church a check for $1000.00 to fund the supplies for the 2017 Vacation Bible School. The Vacation Bible School is open to children of all denominations in the community. Pictured: (back row) Josie Purcell, Sydni Samsa, Chris Battaglia, Tim Cole (front row) Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, Julie Page, Olivia Kepiro, Cayla Driscoll Submitted by Annie Peters The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board at The Ashtabula Foundation Appreciation Luncheon on April 28, 2017 was attended by Chris Battaglia, Cayla Driscoll, Sydni Samsa, Tyler Easton, Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, advisor Annie Peters, Tim Cole, Lilly Portman, Josie Purcell, Olivia Kepiro. High School Band Awardees with Tim Carlson (courtesy of Elizabeth Carlson) Brett Whitely - Gilmore Award, Matthew Callahan - John Phillip Sousa Award, Nicholas Thacker, Sarah Armstrong, Andy Reeve and Aaron George Mustang Pride Awards 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Ruritans & Kassay Greenhouse providing flowers for Elementary students – Dr. Ellen Winer Legal update District Leadership Team (DLT) Report Graduation Five-year forecast – Lisa Moodt
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2017 regular meeting, and to waive the reading of the same.
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
MOTION CARRIED
TREASURER’S REPORTS: A. B. C. D.
Disbursements for April, 2017 Financial Reports for April, 2017 Investments for April, 2017 Student Activity Appropriation adjustments for April, 2017 in the amount of $20,586.99
Motion by Mrs. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the disbursements, financial reports, investments and student activity appropriation adjustments for April, 2017. ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
MOTION CARRIED
FIVE-YEAR FISCAL FORECAST: Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to approve the five-year fiscal forecast for the Grand Valley Local Schools dated May 15, 2017. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye
MOTION CARRIED
PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEMS: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to approve the following personnel resolution items as recommended by the superintendent: 1.
Accept the resignation of Sue Gray, teacher, due to retirement effective May 31, 2017.
2.
Accept the resignation of Marilyn Reid, bus driver, due to retirement effective June 1, 2017.
3.
Approve the resignation of the designated one-year limited supplemental contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Elizabeth Esquivel Martinez
4.
5th Grade Camp Teacher
Employ the following individual for the designated one-year limited supplemental contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Salary as per negotiated salary schedule. Jennifer Newell 5th Grade Camp Teacher
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5.
Approve Alexandria Carle as Custodian – Central Area & Elementary School, 8 hours per day, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., 12 months per year for the 2016-2017 school year effective May 15, 2017. Salary as per negotiated salary schedule.
6.
Employ the following certified teacher to serve as the 2017 Elementary School Summer Reading Intervention Program Coordinator and Tutor. The stipend will be $2,000.00 for coordination and tutoring services. Monica Massella
7.
Employ the following certified teachers to serve as the 2017 Elementary School Summer Reading Intervention Tutors. The stipend will be $1,200.00 for summer tutoring services. Kimberly Hein
8.
Employ the following certified staff for the designated one-year limited supplemental contracts for the 2017-2018 school year. Salaries as per negotiated salary schedule. Aaron Brown Matthew Brumit Ryan “Keith” Sherman Zachary Sirrine Lindsay Stanek Ross Tice Kimberly Triskett Kelly Zirzow
9.
Kayla Ruebel
Wrestling Assistant Coach 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Boys-8th) Wrestling Head Coach J.V. Basketball Coach (Boys) 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Girls-7th) Wrestling Assistant Coach Basketball Head Coach (Girls) J.V. Basketball Coach (Girls)
Due to the lack of interested and qualified personnel within the Grand Valley School System, employ the following individuals on one-year limited supplemental contracts for the 2017-2018 school year pending satisfactory completion of all requirements. Jennifer Newell Rachel Mansfield Cynthia A. Thomas Justin Turk
Cheerleader Advisor High School 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Girls-8th) Assistant to the Athletic Director Basketball Head Coach (Boys)
10. Approve the following individual as volunteer for the 2017-2018 school year pending satisfactory completion of all requirements. Ralph Turk
High School Boys Basketball Volunteer Assistant Coach
11. Approve the following individuals as Permanent Substitutes working up to 4 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year. Wendy Harrison
Rose Nick
12. Approve the following individuals as Permanent Substitutes working up to 3 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year. Teresa Humensky
Pamela Weston
13. Approve Nicholas Thacker as substitute Maintenance/Technology, at an hourly rate of $9.00 working up to 4 days a week pending training and meeting substitute employment requirements. 14. Approve the following individual as substitute for the 2016-2017 school year pending training and meeting substitute employment requirements. Shawna Millberg
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Aide (Bus) Bus Driver
ROLL CALL: Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson abstain
MOTION CARRIED
PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEM: Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the following personnel resolution item as recommended by the superintendent: 1.
Approve James Stanley as Permanent Substitute working up to 4 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year.
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley abstain, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye
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MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE THE PROCESS OF AND FINALIZE ALL NECESSARY STEPS FOR A REDUCTION IN FORCE FOR GRAND VALLEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (GVEA) FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mr. Keeney to authorize and direct the Superintendent to initiate the process of and finalize all necessary steps for a reduction in force for the following Grand Valley Education Association (GVEA) positions for the 2017-2018 school year for financial reasons: One (1) Art Teacher – Elementary School One (1) Kindergarten Teacher – Elementary School One (1) 4th Grade Teacher – Elementary School One (1) 5th Grade Teacher – Middle School One (1) Special Education/Intervention Specialist ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE THE PROCESS OF AND FINALIZE THE NECESSARY STEPS OF PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEMS FOR THE GRAND VALLEY SCHOOL SUPPORT PERSONNEL (GVSSP) FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR:
Motion by Mrs. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to authorize and direct the Superintendent to initiate the process of and finalize the necessary steps of the following personnel resolution items for the Grand Valley School Support Personnel (GVSSP) for the 2017-2018 school year for financial reasons: One (1) Custodian – Field House/Utility Two (2) Bus Drivers (Full-time) One (1) Bus Aide (2-hour AM Route) One (1) Aide (Library/Secretarial) ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE GRAND VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION (BOARD) AND THE GRAND VALLEY SCHOOL SUPPORT PERSONNEL (GVSSP) ESTABLISHING A ONE-TIME SEPARATION INCENTIVE FOR ELIGIBLE BARGAINING UNIT MEMBERS: Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the MOU entered into and effective as of this 15th day of May, 2017, by and between the Board and the GVSSP, which are parties to a collective bargaining agreement (“Negotiated Agreement”) effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018; and are desirous of establishing a one-time separation incentive for eligible bargaining unit members. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye
MOTION CARRIED
PROPOSED BOARD POLICY/BYLAW REVISION, REPLACEMENT AND ADDITION: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mr. Keeney to propose the revision, replacement and the addition of the following Board of Education policies/bylaws as illustrated in Exhibit “A”: (Available to view in the Board Office) Policy 2430 (Program) Policy 2430.02 (Program) Policy 2431 (Program) Policy 2461 (Program) Policy 2623 (Program) Policy 3120.08 (Professional Staff) Policy 5111 (Students) Policy 5111.01 (Students) Policy 5111.03 (Students) Policy 5200 (Students) Policy 5460 (Students) Policy 5610 (Students) Policy 5630.01 (Students) Policy 6233 (Finances) Policy 6320 (Finances) Policy 6325 (Finances) Policy 6680 (Finances) Policy 8210 (Operations) Policy 8300 (Operations) Policy 8305 (Operations) Policy 8310 (Operations) Policy 8320 (Operations) Policy 8330 (Operations) Policy 8340 (Operations) Policy 8452 (Operations)
District-sponsored Clubs and Activities Participation of Community/Stem School Students in Extra-Curricular Activities Interscholastic Athletics Recording of District Meetings Involving Students and/or Parents Student Assessment and Academic Intervention Services Employment of Personnel for Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Activities Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students Homeless Students Children and Youth in Foster Care Attendance Graduation Requirements Removal, Suspension, Expulsion, and Permanent Exclusion of Students Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and Limited Use of Restraint and Seclusion Amenities for Participants at Meetings and/or Other Occasions Purchases Procurement – Federal Grants/Funds Recognition School Calendar Continuity of Organizational Operations Plan Information Security Public Records Personnel Files Student Records Letters of Reference Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
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Policy 8500 (Operations) Policy 8510 (Operations) Policy 9270 (Relations)
Food Services Wellness Equivalent Education Outside the Schools & Participation in Extra-Curricular for Students Not Enrolled in the District
ROLL CALL: Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye
MOTION CARRIED
MISCELLANEOUS CONSENT RESOLUTION ITEMS: Motion by Mr. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the following miscellaneous consent resolution items: 1.
Approve 15 extended days for Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan administration and submission for Ellen Winer, Elementary School Principal, effective for the 2016-2017 school year.
2.
Approve 1 extended day for the following personnel at the employee’s daily rate, effective for the 2016-2017 school year. Michelle Gibbons – Aide (Other) – Middle/High School Lori McElroy – Aide (Library/Secretarial) Barbara Rubosky – Aide (Library) - Elementary
3.
Approve the following Student Services Agreements between the Grand Valley Local School District and the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy
4.
Approve the following Student Service Contracts between the Grand Valley Local Schools and the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center for the 2017-2018 school year. Building Bridges Ashtabula County Youth Detention Center Autism Program
5.
Approve Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) as the provider of property, fleet and liability insurance for the district from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018 and to approve an extension of the ending date of the participation agreement between the Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) and the Grand Valley Local School District for the purpose of providing district liability, property and fleet insurance from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018.
6.
Approve disposal of obsolete equipment/textbooks as submitted by staff. Paper Shredder (located in the GVMS)
Tech Solutions
OM99515 S/N0001441
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye
MOTION CARRIED
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Time: From 7:23 p.m. To 8:00 p.m. Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Keeney to go into executive session for the purpose of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of an employee or official, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee or student, unless the employee, official, licensee or student requests a public hearing with the following in attendance: Board, Superintendent and Treasurer. ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
MOTION CARRIED
REGULAR SESSION: Time: 8:00 p.m. Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mr. Jackson to return to regular session. ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
MOTION CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT: Time: 8:01 p.m. Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to adjourn the May 15, 2017 regular Board of Education meeting. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye Next meeting date: Monday, June 26, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED
Location: Grand Valley High School Study Hall
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The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board at The Ashtabula Foundation Appreciation Luncheon on April 28, 2017 was attended by Chris Battaglia, Cayla Driscoll, Sydni Samsa, Tyler Easton, Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, advisor Annie Peters, Tim Cole, Lilly Portman, Josie Purcell, Olivia Kepiro
Brett Whitely - Gilmore Award, Matthew Callahan John Phillip Sousa Award, Nicholas Thacker, Sarah Armstrong, Andy Reeve and Aaron George Mustang Pride Awards
Regular Meeting – Monday, May 15, 2017 in the Grand Valley High School Study Hall at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia, Mrs. Stanley, Mr. Hendershott, Mr. Jackson, Mr. Keeney PLEDGE TO FLAG: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION TO DISCUSS BOARD AGENDA ITEMS: Jason McConnell and Donna Shinault suggested town hall meeings.
Limit 5 minutes
BRIEFINGS: 1.
STUDENT RECOGNITIONS Submitted by Annie Peters The Ashtabula Foundation has partnered with The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropy Board which enables GVHS students the opportunity to give back to the community through service learning. The mission of the board is to assist in the funding of projects for our local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board distributed grant award checks to the 501(c)(3) non profit groups on Friday, April 21. The student board members assess grant proposals, determine their funding status, agree on the proposal amount, forward their recommendations to the Ashtabula Foundation for approval and once approved the students can distribute the funding. The Ashtabula Foundation provides $5000.00 for the students to distribute. Grand Valley was the pilot program for youth philanthropy in the county and now every school in Ashtabula county has a philanthropic youth group. Grants awarded were: Conversation Station GVYPB awarded $424.00 to upgrade Signage, equipment Maintenance, partial funding for a thermal storage bag. Country Neighbor GVYPB awarded $1875.00, 1 Commercial Robot Coupe Food Processor, 10 assorted steam table pans with lids, assorted food storage containers with lids. Orwell United Method Church (Community Vacation Bible School) GVYPB awarded $1000.00 to purchase supplies for VAC.
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Cynthia Nye Marsh Hartsgrove Township Park Trust Inc. GVYPB awarded $806.00 for 3 Benches with backs, one picnic table. Ashtabula County Animal Protective League GVYPB awarded $894. 93 for a mini fridge, non slip stainless steel feeding bowls, stainless steel cart. The GVYPB awarded Julie Page of the Orwell United Methodist Church a check for $1000.00 to fund the supplies for the 2017 Vacation Bible School. The Vacation Bible School is open to children of all denominations in the community. Pictured: (back row) Josie Purcell, Sydni Samsa, Chris Battaglia, Tim Cole (front row) Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, Julie Page, Olivia Kepiro, Cayla Driscoll Submitted by Annie Peters The Grand Valley Youth Philanthropic Board at The Ashtabula Foundation Appreciation Luncheon on April 28, 2017 was attended by Chris Battaglia, Cayla Driscoll, Sydni Samsa, Tyler Easton, Erica Carlson, Leah Lynch, advisor Annie Peters, Tim Cole, Lilly Portman, Josie Purcell, Olivia Kepiro. High School Band Awardees with Tim Carlson (courtesy of Elizabeth Carlson) Brett Whitely - Gilmore Award, Matthew Callahan - John Phillip Sousa Award, Nicholas Thacker, Sarah Armstrong, Andy Reeve and Aaron George Mustang Pride Awards 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Ruritans & Kassay Greenhouse providing flowers for Elementary students – Dr. Ellen Winer Legal update District Leadership Team (DLT) Report Graduation Five-year forecast – Lisa Moodt
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2017 regular meeting, and to waive the reading of the same.
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
MOTION CARRIED
TREASURER’S REPORTS: A. B. C. D.
Disbursements for April, 2017 Financial Reports for April, 2017 Investments for April, 2017 Student Activity Appropriation adjustments for April, 2017 in the amount of $20,586.99
Motion by Mrs. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the disbursements, financial reports, investments and student activity appropriation adjustments for April, 2017. ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
MOTION CARRIED
FIVE-YEAR FISCAL FORECAST: Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to approve the five-year fiscal forecast for the Grand Valley Local Schools dated May 15, 2017. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye
MOTION CARRIED
PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEMS: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to approve the following personnel resolution items as recommended by the superintendent: 1.
Accept the resignation of Sue Gray, teacher, due to retirement effective May 31, 2017.
2.
Accept the resignation of Marilyn Reid, bus driver, due to retirement effective June 1, 2017.
3.
Approve the resignation of the designated one-year limited supplemental contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Elizabeth Esquivel Martinez
4.
5th Grade Camp Teacher
Employ the following individual for the designated one-year limited supplemental contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Salary as per negotiated salary schedule. Jennifer Newell 5th Grade Camp Teacher
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5.
Approve Alexandria Carle as Custodian – Central Area & Elementary School, 8 hours per day, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., 12 months per year for the 2016-2017 school year effective May 15, 2017. Salary as per negotiated salary schedule.
6.
Employ the following certified teacher to serve as the 2017 Elementary School Summer Reading Intervention Program Coordinator and Tutor. The stipend will be $2,000.00 for coordination and tutoring services. Monica Massella
7.
Employ the following certified teachers to serve as the 2017 Elementary School Summer Reading Intervention Tutors. The stipend will be $1,200.00 for summer tutoring services. Kimberly Hein
8.
Employ the following certified staff for the designated one-year limited supplemental contracts for the 2017-2018 school year. Salaries as per negotiated salary schedule. Aaron Brown Matthew Brumit Ryan “Keith” Sherman Zachary Sirrine Lindsay Stanek Ross Tice Kimberly Triskett Kelly Zirzow
9.
Kayla Ruebel
Wrestling Assistant Coach 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Boys-8th) Wrestling Head Coach J.V. Basketball Coach (Boys) 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Girls-7th) Wrestling Assistant Coach Basketball Head Coach (Girls) J.V. Basketball Coach (Girls)
Due to the lack of interested and qualified personnel within the Grand Valley School System, employ the following individuals on one-year limited supplemental contracts for the 2017-2018 school year pending satisfactory completion of all requirements. Jennifer Newell Rachel Mansfield Cynthia A. Thomas Justin Turk
Cheerleader Advisor High School 7/8th Grade Basketball Coach (Girls-8th) Assistant to the Athletic Director Basketball Head Coach (Boys)
10. Approve the following individual as volunteer for the 2017-2018 school year pending satisfactory completion of all requirements. Ralph Turk
High School Boys Basketball Volunteer Assistant Coach
11. Approve the following individuals as Permanent Substitutes working up to 4 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year. Wendy Harrison
Rose Nick
12. Approve the following individuals as Permanent Substitutes working up to 3 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year. Teresa Humensky
Pamela Weston
13. Approve Nicholas Thacker as substitute Maintenance/Technology, at an hourly rate of $9.00 working up to 4 days a week pending training and meeting substitute employment requirements. 14. Approve the following individual as substitute for the 2016-2017 school year pending training and meeting substitute employment requirements. Shawna Millberg
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Aide (Bus) Bus Driver
ROLL CALL: Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson abstain
MOTION CARRIED
PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEM: Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the following personnel resolution item as recommended by the superintendent: 1.
Approve James Stanley as Permanent Substitute working up to 4 days a week as needed for the 2017-2018 school year.
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley abstain, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye
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MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE THE PROCESS OF AND FINALIZE ALL NECESSARY STEPS FOR A REDUCTION IN FORCE FOR GRAND VALLEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (GVEA) FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mr. Keeney to authorize and direct the Superintendent to initiate the process of and finalize all necessary steps for a reduction in force for the following Grand Valley Education Association (GVEA) positions for the 2017-2018 school year for financial reasons: One (1) Art Teacher – Elementary School One (1) Kindergarten Teacher – Elementary School One (1) 4th Grade Teacher – Elementary School One (1) 5th Grade Teacher – Middle School One (1) Special Education/Intervention Specialist ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE THE PROCESS OF AND FINALIZE THE NECESSARY STEPS OF PERSONNEL RESOLUTION ITEMS FOR THE GRAND VALLEY SCHOOL SUPPORT PERSONNEL (GVSSP) FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR:
Motion by Mrs. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to authorize and direct the Superintendent to initiate the process of and finalize the necessary steps of the following personnel resolution items for the Grand Valley School Support Personnel (GVSSP) for the 2017-2018 school year for financial reasons: One (1) Custodian – Field House/Utility Two (2) Bus Drivers (Full-time) One (1) Bus Aide (2-hour AM Route) One (1) Aide (Library/Secretarial) ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
MOTION CARRIED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE GRAND VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION (BOARD) AND THE GRAND VALLEY SCHOOL SUPPORT PERSONNEL (GVSSP) ESTABLISHING A ONE-TIME SEPARATION INCENTIVE FOR ELIGIBLE BARGAINING UNIT MEMBERS: Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mr. Jackson to approve the MOU entered into and effective as of this 15th day of May, 2017, by and between the Board and the GVSSP, which are parties to a collective bargaining agreement (“Negotiated Agreement”) effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018; and are desirous of establishing a one-time separation incentive for eligible bargaining unit members. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye
MOTION CARRIED
PROPOSED BOARD POLICY/BYLAW REVISION, REPLACEMENT AND ADDITION: Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mr. Keeney to propose the revision, replacement and the addition of the following Board of Education policies/bylaws as illustrated in Exhibit “A”: (Available to view in the Board Office) Policy 2430 (Program) Policy 2430.02 (Program) Policy 2431 (Program) Policy 2461 (Program) Policy 2623 (Program) Policy 3120.08 (Professional Staff) Policy 5111 (Students) Policy 5111.01 (Students) Policy 5111.03 (Students) Policy 5200 (Students) Policy 5460 (Students) Policy 5610 (Students) Policy 5630.01 (Students) Policy 6233 (Finances) Policy 6320 (Finances) Policy 6325 (Finances) Policy 6680 (Finances) Policy 8210 (Operations) Policy 8300 (Operations) Policy 8305 (Operations) Policy 8310 (Operations) Policy 8320 (Operations) Policy 8330 (Operations) Policy 8340 (Operations) Policy 8452 (Operations)
District-sponsored Clubs and Activities Participation of Community/Stem School Students in Extra-Curricular Activities Interscholastic Athletics Recording of District Meetings Involving Students and/or Parents Student Assessment and Academic Intervention Services Employment of Personnel for Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Activities Eligibility of Resident/Nonresident Students Homeless Students Children and Youth in Foster Care Attendance Graduation Requirements Removal, Suspension, Expulsion, and Permanent Exclusion of Students Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and Limited Use of Restraint and Seclusion Amenities for Participants at Meetings and/or Other Occasions Purchases Procurement – Federal Grants/Funds Recognition School Calendar Continuity of Organizational Operations Plan Information Security Public Records Personnel Files Student Records Letters of Reference Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
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Policy 8500 (Operations) Policy 8510 (Operations) Policy 9270 (Relations)
Food Services Wellness Equivalent Education Outside the Schools & Participation in Extra-Curricular for Students Not Enrolled in the District
ROLL CALL: Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye
MOTION CARRIED
MISCELLANEOUS CONSENT RESOLUTION ITEMS: Motion by Mr. Stanley and seconded by Mr. Hendershott to approve the following miscellaneous consent resolution items: 1.
Approve 15 extended days for Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan administration and submission for Ellen Winer, Elementary School Principal, effective for the 2016-2017 school year.
2.
Approve 1 extended day for the following personnel at the employee’s daily rate, effective for the 2016-2017 school year. Michelle Gibbons – Aide (Other) – Middle/High School Lori McElroy – Aide (Library/Secretarial) Barbara Rubosky – Aide (Library) - Elementary
3.
Approve the following Student Services Agreements between the Grand Valley Local School District and the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy
4.
Approve the following Student Service Contracts between the Grand Valley Local Schools and the Ashtabula County Educational Service Center for the 2017-2018 school year. Building Bridges Ashtabula County Youth Detention Center Autism Program
5.
Approve Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) as the provider of property, fleet and liability insurance for the district from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018 and to approve an extension of the ending date of the participation agreement between the Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) and the Grand Valley Local School District for the purpose of providing district liability, property and fleet insurance from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018.
6.
Approve disposal of obsolete equipment/textbooks as submitted by staff. Paper Shredder (located in the GVMS)
Tech Solutions
OM99515 S/N0001441
ROLL CALL: Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye
MOTION CARRIED
EXECUTIVE SESSION: Time: From 7:23 p.m. To 8:00 p.m. Motion by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Keeney to go into executive session for the purpose of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of an employee or official, or the investigation of charges or complaints against an employee, official, licensee or student, unless the employee, official, licensee or student requests a public hearing with the following in attendance: Board, Superintendent and Treasurer. ROLL CALL: Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye
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REGULAR SESSION: Time: 8:00 p.m. Motion by Mr. Keeney and seconded by Mr. Jackson to return to regular session. ROLL CALL: Mr. Hendershott aye, Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye
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ADJOURNMENT: Time: 8:01 p.m. Motion by Mr. Hendershott and seconded by Mrs. Stanley to adjourn the May 15, 2017 regular Board of Education meeting. ROLL CALL: Mr. Jackson aye, Mr. Keeney aye, Mrs. Battaglia aye, Mrs. Stanley aye, Mr. Hendershott aye Next meeting date: Monday, June 26, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
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Location: Grand Valley High School Study Hall
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