001What do we have to do this? Oh, boy. She was really good. How's everybody? Yes. Great. Welcome to this regular meeting for Tuesday, May 20th, 2025. If everybody can please stand for the pledge of allegiance. To the flag of the United States of America, here Mrs. Jackson here. Mr. Ba here. Finalization of the agenda. Is there anything to add or remove? The agenda is final as presented. Thank you. It is recommended that the board of education approved the written summary of the regular and special minutes for the meetings on April 1st, 2025, April 15, 2025, and April 29th, 2025. Move. Second. Move by Miss Saxon. Second by Mr. Haynes. Any discussion? Roll call, please. Mr. Saxon. Yes. Mr. Haynes. Yes. Mr. Ricky. Yes. Mr. McCarthy. Yes. Mr. Russ. Yes. All right. The superintendent report. Good
002evening. Board of Education President Baka, Vice President McCarthy, board members Haynes, Griffy, Saxon. I also want to take a moment to welcome all of our guests here today. This is a very special evening that you are here to join us to recognize some of the incredible staff members who truly make our original city schools the very bless. Uh so tonight we do have the privilege of recognizing a truly special group of people uh for the class of 2025, our retirees. We have 10 dedicated staff members who have collectively contributed an incredible 153 years of service to Northville City Schools and an astonishing 234 years of service to public education. Their commitment, compassion, and daily efforts have left a lasting impact on our students, our staff, and our entire community. Each retiree has played an important
003role in shaping the experiences of those around them. Whether in the classroom, cafeteria, the office, or behind the scenes, they've not only given their time and talents, but they've also helped to build the foundation of what makes our district a strong and caring place to learn and grow. As they close this chapter and begin a new one, we want to express our deepest gratitude for their years of service and dedication. on behalf of the board of education, our staff, and our families. Thank you. You will always be a part of the Ranger family. So, let's take a minute now to recognize each of these people individually and celebrate them. We do have a number of people who aren't with us tonight, so they will be on the screen, and I'd like to just read a
004little bit about them. Uh, we begin with our head cashier at RHA, Janet Bruce. After five and a half years of dedicated service to North Ridge City Schools, Janet will retire on June 1st. Janet began her journey with the district on January 6, 2020 as a cashier in the food service department at the academic center. Later that year, she transitioned to the high school and took on the role of head cashier. Most recently, she has been serving the students and staff at Ranger High-Tech Academy. While her time with NRCS may have been briefed, Janet brings with her a wealth of experience, retiring with over 17 years of service through STRS. Before officially joining NRCS, she worked as a substitute cafeteria worker at secretary for the Midview City Schools. She also spent two years in central
005dining services at Oberlin College and 12 years as a secretary with Yria City Schools. We are grateful for Janet's commitment, kindness, and contributions to our school community. Please join us in wishing her all the best. Our next retiree is Mrs. Mary Forfe. She's a pair professional at Liberty Elementary. After more than 30 years of service to North Ridgeville, Mrs. Mary Forall is retiring. So Mary began her journey with us as a support staff substitute in 1992 and was hired as a cafeteria server at Liberty in 1993. Over the years she has held various roles including Sapier hair professional and instructional aid serving multiple buildings including NAC North Wilcox ECLC and now Liberty. Since 2006, Mary has been a dedicated full-time instructional aid at Liberty Elementary. Prior to joining the district, she worked in daycare, taught
006Sunday school, and supported kids at summer camp. These experiences truly reflect her lifelong commitment to children. Mary's kindness, patience, and commitment to the North Ridgeville community will be greatly missed. She has made a lasting impact on students and staff alike. We thank her for her incredible service and wish her the best in her well-earned retirement. Mr. Richard Hog is bus driver sadly leaving us. Uh but we are proud to recognize and celebrate the retirement of Mr. Hog, a dedicated and dependable member of our transportation team. Mr. Hog began his journey with NRCS on January 21st, 2020 as a support staff substitute while training to become a bus driver. Just a few months later, almost to the date, May 19th, he officially stepped into the role of full-time, quickly becoming a valued and trusted presence in
007our school community. Rejoining NRCS, Mr. Hope brought with him a wealth of experience in maintenance and management. He served as a manager for Paradigm Property Enhancement, worked as maintenance director at Riverpoint Care Center, and spent over 10 years as the maintenance coordinator at Largewood and Avon care centers. His strong work ethic and commitment to excellence were evident in every single role he took on. Mr. Hog's reliability and dedication to student safety have left a lasting impression. As he begins this new chapter in retirement, we for his service and wish him all the best. Congratulations, Mr. Hook. Mrs. Gene Naggie, a grade five teacher here at NAC, is also wishing to retire. After more than a decade of dedicated service to North Bridgeville City Schools, we are honored to celebrate the retirement of Mrs. Gene Naggie,
008a beloved fifth grade teacher here at the academic center. Mrs. Naggie officially joined NRCS on July 16th, 2013 after serving as a lead replacement teacher at Liberty Elementary and working as a certified substitute teacher for the district since the 2009 2010 school year. Her path to education by a variety of meaningful experiences from running an inhome daycare and preschool for four years to working in customer service and inside sales at Arco Corporation for seven years. Throughout her time at NRCS, Gene was not only a passionate educator, but also a leader among her peers. She served on both the district leadership team and the Willox building leadership team and contributed to professional development through science fusion training and instructional planning initiatives. Mrs. Naggie's warm spirit, commitment to her students, and collaborative approach have made a lasting
009impact on our school community. We thank her for her years of service and wish her all the best in this new chapter of her life. Congratulations on your well-earned retirement listed. Okay. Our next retiree is Joyce Cheryl, also a bus driver. After over a decade of service, Mrs. Joyce Cheryl is retiring as a bus driver. She joined NRCS as a support staff substitute in March of 2013. While completing her training to become a full-time driver, she officially began her career behind the wheel January 2014, safely transporting students and supporting school operations ever since. In addition to her regular driving responsibilities, Joy contributed her time as an interior bus cleaner and served as a driver for our extended school year program during the summers. Before joining NRCS, Joyce spent eight years working in banking as a
010teller. She also brought valuable experience for working with children at her local church where she helped coordinate and supervise a nursery. Joyy's reliability, warm personality, and commitment to students have made her a valuable member of our transportation team. We thank her for her years of service and wish her a happy and relaxing retirement. And our final retiree who's not scheduled to join us this evening is high school chemistry teacher Jodie Yheimr. After more than two decades in education, Miss Yheimr is retiring from the North Ridgeville City Schools. She began her teaching career with Nordonia Hill City Schools where she taught biology and honors biology for five years. In 2004, she joined NRHS as a high school science teacher. In addition to her classroom duties, Miss Yheimer contributed to several initiatives over the years, including serving
011as the high school lab manager, teacher mentor, UDL coordinator, and member of various committees such as the local appraisal review committee and the course of study for science. She also supported student accountability through roles like detention hall and Saturday school monitor. Before entering education, she held various roles in the medical field, including positions at Robinson Memorial Hospital. Jod's left us with lots of memories and we wish her all the best if her retired. Okay. So, I would like to ask Mrs. Robin Bale join me at the podium. Things get real approaching. employees opportunities. So, this is my favorite part. We get to actually see your retirees and talk to you a little bit about each of them. After nine dedicated years of North Ridgeville City Schools, Mrs. Robin Bale is retiring, leaving behind a legacy
012of care, reliability, and community spirit. Robin began her journey with NRCS in 2015, serving as a pair professional and auxiliary aid and later as a lunchroom monitor at the academic center. Her calm presence and willingness to step in wherever needed made her a trusted and valued team member. Before joining NRCS, Robin brought her talents to Horizon Education Centers as a program staff employee. She is also a licensed practical nurse and supported NRCS as a substitute in both food service and aid roles. Beyond her professional contributions, Robin was deeply involved in the school community, volunteering as a room mother for her son's classes from kindergarten through fifth grade and giving her time to the Boy Scouts. Robin's dedication and compassionate nature have left a lasting impression. We wish her all the best in her well- earned
013retirement. And we thank her for her years of service and support. And we'll probably Brooke ask retirees to take some pictures after. Yes. Thank you. Okay. Our next retiree needs no introduction other than perhaps Mr. February, Mr. Jim Brandenburg mine. After an incredible 42year career with North Ridgeville City Schools, Mr. Jim Brandenburgg is retiring officially this time on July 1. Jim began his journey in 1983 as a lead replacement high school business teacher and was quickly hired full-time as a middle school piping teacher for the 198384 school year. Over the decades, he wore many hats, teaching middle school science, business, and later transitioning into technology as a technology integration teacher in 2014. Beyond the classroom, Jim's impact stretched across the district as he served as a mentor, a coach, a club advisor, committee member. He
014even gave up his lunch periods to work with students and still does. His colleagues have always known him as the go-to person, reliable, knowledgeable, and kind-hearted. Though he retired once before, his commitment to NRCS brought him right back to support staff and students with our ever evolving technology needs. As he embarks on his well-earned retirement, Jim looks forward to traveling and spending quality time with his family. His legacy and presence will be deeply missed. Congratulations, Jim, and thank you for everything. Our next retiree is Mrs. Kelly Kajala, fourth grade teacher at the academic center. After a remarkable journey in education, Mrs. Kelly Gawer is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, leadership, and a love of learning. She began her teaching career in 1988 as a first grade teacher at Dorothy Lewis Elementary in Solen,
015Ohio. After taking time off to raise her children, she returned to the classroom in 2000 as an enrichment teacher at Royal Redeemer Lutheran School. In 2009, Kelly joined NRCS as a third grade teacher at Willox Elementary, later moving to fourth grade in 2011. Throughout her time at NRCS, Kelly went above and beyond the classroom, serving on the building and district leadership teams, contributing to curriculum development, leading as a grade level chair, mentoring fellow teachers, and supporting students through summer school. Kelly's calm presence, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to student growth have made a lasting impact on our district. as she steps into retirement. We thank her for her incredible service and wish her joy and fulfillment in your next chapter. And our final retiry, Sir Joe Mueller. Mr. Joe Mueller has been an invaluable member of
016Ranger Nation for the past three years, capping off an extraordinary 50-year journey in education. Throughout his career, Joe has brought dedication, vision, and heart to every role that he's had. Before joining North Ridgeville City Schools as the principal of our high school, he served with distinction in several districts, including West Giaga, Kerry Local, and Brexville Broadview Heights, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and positive change at each stop along the way. While his time with us may have been relatively short, Joe's impact has been nothing less than transformational. He poured his energy into strengthening school culture, empowering staff, and building meaningful relationships with students, families, and the wider community. His leadership style rooted in authenticity, compassion, and a relentless strive for improvement has elevated all of us. Joe has not only helped shape the future
017of our schools, but has also left an indelible mark on the hearts of those fortunate enough to work beside him. His signature phrase, get better every day, has become more than a mantra. It's a mindset that will continue to guide us long after his well-earned retirement. We are truly honored to have been a part of Joe Mueller's remarkable educational journey. Thank you, Joe, for your wisdom. your passion and your 50 years of unwavering service to our students and educators alike. Your legacy will live on in Ranger Nation for years to come. I just want to congratulate all of our retirees. Again, thank you families for coming tonight to celebrate the incredible accomplishments uh that we are so fortunate to have been the recipient of for each of our retire retirees. We do ask uh that
018we take a brief intermission so families take photos and Brooke can also grab some photos as well. So, thank you very much. Thank you. Congratulations to all of our retirees. Enjoy your retirement. Enjoy your times with your families. And Mr. Mueller, I think that's the only time you've come to the podium. And did that have a word to say? If I can have my retirees come on up, please. Okay, we're going to call this meeting back to order. Here's an opportunity for announcements. Mr. McCarthy, it's also an opportunity for hearing of the public. If anybody in attendance this evening would like to address the board of education, please approach the podium, state your name and address. Well, seeing none, I'm assuming some of you folks out there are just now starting your career with North
019Richmond City Schools. So, we look forward to meeting you. All right. It is recommended that the board of education approve the consent agenda resolution as presented. Most moved by Miss McCartney, second by Mr. Haynes. Is there any discussion? Roll call, please. Mrs. McCarthy, yes. Mr. Haynes, yes. Mr. Griggsby, yes. Mrs. Samson. Yes. Mr. Baka. Yes. Yes. Finance report. M. McCarthy. Report. There are three items on the finance report this evening. Um, it's recommended the board of education approve the financial reports for April 2025. The second item is the adoption of the estimated resources and appropriations amendment for fiscal year 2025. And the third item is the update to our five-year forecast. I move to approve the items in second, please. Second by Mr. Griggsby. Is there any discussion? Roll call, please. Mrs. McCarthy, yes. Mr.
020Griggsby, yes. Mr. Haynes, yes. Mr. Saxon, yes. Mr. Ba, yes. Human resources report. Mr. HS. Thank you, Mr. Rockets. Uh, we have a few items to consider under human resources report. One administrative staff contract, two certifi certified staff appointments, one hourly tutor contract, one extended school year special education aid contract, two extended school year bus aid and bus driver contracts, 37 NREA supplemental contracts, seven non NREA supplemental contracts, three support staff substitute contracts, 15 summer Student work contract. Five, unpaid volunteer recognition. So, certified staff leave of absences. Six, support staff resignations. I move to approve the human resources items and one reading. Second. Move by Mr. Haynes. Second by M. Tax. Is there any discussion? Roll call, please. Mr. Haynes. Yes. Mrs. Actton. Yes. Mr. Griggby. Yes. Mrs. McCarthy. Yes. Mr. B. Yes. All you
021you don't have to follow Mr. Muer tonight. I know. Unfortunate. And how nice of Mr. Baka to say how nice it is that some of them are just starting their careers and they get to see our retirees go out. Some of which have spent over 40 years in education um and here in the North Ridgeville City Schools. So, we're thrilled to have some new staff members tonight. Um, I had um Maggie Brooks was approved as a third grade teacher at ENRACH. She is unable to be with us uh this evening. She has spent the past five years at uh Cleveland Heights University Heights and she is moving over to ENRACH uh to teach third grade. She is a uh University of Pittsburgh graduate. Um I didn't realize that she was a Steelers fan till after
022I hired her. So she but I uh nonetheless she will be joining us at NASA um next year. I have Lauren Surles with me if she'll come up. Lauren was actually approved at our first May meeting. Um she is joining us at Liberty. Yeah. She actually had taken over a long firm um job for us this spring and has done an excellent job. um and then went through um the list of we had over a hundred applicants for the second grade position that she got and um she is coaching across and that's why she couldn't be with us at the beginning of May. But she is um joining us and had you know as a brand new teacher had done an excellent job and and did so well throughout the entire interview process and we're
023just really fortunate that we got to keep her at Liberty. So she'll be um joining us there. She is also from um went to a school in Pennsylvania. She is from Slippery Rock University. Um and she is uses positive as the word to describe herself and she credits her parents for inspiration and they're here tonight. So we are thrilled to have Lauren with us. Thank you. I would like to We also have Melissa Pela Loia with us. Melissa is joining us at the high school. She's going to be an intervention specialist um in one of our able units. She is um currently uh an intervention specialist at Willow Farms, which is a steps academy. Um she is married to a military um she has a military family. So, she been she has been um numerous
024places and it has taken her here to uh northeast Ohio. So, we are thrilled to have her uh join our AEL unit. She is a graduate of Illinois State University. Loyal is the word that she uses to describe herself and popcorn is her go-to snack. So, we are thrilled um to have Melissa with us short. Okay. Okay. Thank you. And we also have Amy B with us tonight. Amy is joining us as the assistant principal at Liberty Elementary. We are thrilled to have her. Thank you. Uh we are very very lucky to have Amy. We're very excited about the experience that she brings. Um they spent over 20 years in Michigan. So she was teaching in Michigan for 20 years of experience and has spent her last um three years teaching in the Avon Lake
025City School District and now she's moving into administration. Um certainly she's taken on a lot of leadership roles um in her teaching career and she brings a very strong background in math and STEM and literacy. So we're really fortunate to have her. Um, and she is inspired by people that are kind to others. And so I wanted to make note of that. She's here with her family tonight. And we're just really excited to have you. So excited to be here. Sign right quickly. All right. Nice. Come back. We'll take pictures. Thank you. I do have one question. Which branch is the best branch? [Laughter] Where does it come from? You served in another branch. Yes, I did. The bigger brother, right? Am I pausing? Go ahead. do it for real and then man I wasn't
026getting a scholarship in sports anywhere so that would have never been my day you just have to and one, two, three. Thank you so much. Awesome. Congratulations. Thank you. Congratulations to our new hires and welcome to North Bridge City Sports. One question though, Spartans or Wolverines? Go green. All right, I will sign your contract. All righty. It recommended that the board of education enter executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion. The motion compensation of public employees and matters related to negotiation of public employees. There will be no action to follow. Moved. Second move by Miss S. Second by Mr. Haynes. Roll call, please. Mrs. Son, yes. Mr. Haynes, yes. Mr. Griggsby, yes. Mrs. McCarthy, yes. Mr. Van, yes.