001Good evening. >> Welcome. I'd like to call to call to order this regularly scheduled board of education meeting, October 22nd, 2025. It is 5:30 p.m. Miss Stoy, would you please call the role? >> Miss Coco >> here. >> Mr. Gomez, >> here. >> Mr. Harris, >> here. >> Mrs. Schaefer, >> here. >> Miss White, >> here. >> Thank you. Item B is approval of the agenda. It is recommended that the board of education approves the agenda of the October 22nd, 2025 board of education meeting. Action by the board of education in adoption of a consent agenda means that all items are adopted by one singular motion unless a member of the board of education, treasurer, or superintendent requests that any such item be removed from the consent agenda and voted upon separately. >> So moved.
002>> Second. >> Discussion. Miss Stocoy, please call the role. Miss Coco. >> Hi, >> Mr. Gomez. >> Hi, >> Mr. Harris. Hi, >> Mrs. Schaefer. >> Hi, Miss White. >> Hi. >> Item C is opening ceremonyformational items. This meeting is a meeting of the Kyogre Falls Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the school district's business. It is not a public community meeting, although there are opportunities for public participation. If an individual wishes to address the board regarding a topic found on the meeting agenda, the individual must complete a registration form found inside the attendance notebook and present it to the treasurer. Following the introduction of the topic by the board president, followed by board discussion, the individual will be recognized. If an individual wishes to address the board regarding a topic
003not found on the meeting agenda, he or she must notify the superintendent and or board president of the topic no later than three business days in advance of the meeting. These individuals may share their comments during the board business portion of the agenda. In both cases, the individual will preface comments by an announcement of his or her name and address and limit comments to three minutes. All statements should be directed to the board president. No person may address or question board members individually. An unabridged board agenda for this meeting can be found on your electronic device at the address found on the screen. And for your convenience, hard copies of the board agenda may be found on the table by the signin book. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Kyoga Falls Board of Education
004is November 12th, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Kyiohoka Falls High School Library. And now for our pledge of allegiance and welcome, Miss >> Sto. To the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Welcome. Our vision fall city school district the hub of our community committed to a culture of caring. We innovate. We create. We personalize education for all. Our mission every student every day, every opportunity. Thank you, Miss Stocoy. Item D is presentations. Number one is awarding of diplomas. It is recommended that the board of education grants a Kyogre Falls High School diploma to the following individual who has now completed the requirements stated by the state of Ohio for high school graduation. So
005moved. >> Second. >> Ethan George Perkins Rios. Any comments? >> This is somebody who's actually graduating early. So, we congratulate uh Ethan for their diligence in getting everything done early and being our newest Ka Falls High School alumni. >> Congratulations to Ethan, >> Mr. Gomez. >> Hi, >> Mr. Harris. Hi, >> Mrs. Schaefer. Hi, >> Miss White. >> Hi, >> Miss Coco. >> I CONGRATULATIONS [applause] >> [applause] >> And item two is our staff store star award. Like to call up Miss Allison. >> Thank you. Thank you. >> Good evening everybody and I want to congratulate um the [clears throat] top tigers that are here tonight for the recognition that you're going to be getting in in just about five minutes. My name is Allison Bogdan. I'm the director of human resources and I am
006honored to be able to recognize a staff member every month that is nominated by a colleague this month. I'm going to call up the person that nominated um Meg Carr. Stay there for a minute. We're going to bring up Kyle Spritzer and Denny Oswald from the middle school. Denny is the principal and Kyle is the counselor. And the person getting recognized is Miss Meg Carr, sixth grade teacher from the middle school. So come on up, MEG. [applause] >> [laughter] >> Hi there. My name is Ker. I'm the school counselor. As I said, um had the privilege of working with for the past five years, as long as I've been here, and without a doubt, she deserves uh this month's staff shining star award. Uh she has an incredible gift with connecting with our sixth graders
007um really with middle schoolers as a whole. She treats every student with such genuine care, respect, and understanding. She goes above and beyond to make each child uh feel at home here in middle school. Some students even affectionately call her mama car, which honestly couldn't be more fitting. But Mag's impact goes far beyond the classroom walls. She's a teacher who gives up her own much period to offer quiet movie time for kids who just need a break from the chaos of the lunchroom. small act of kindness that makes a huge difference for those students. She and she brings some thoughtfulness to her colleagues. Just last week, after a particularly rough week for me, she showed up with a or she'd sent me a Duncan gift card um just because she noticed I wasn't feeling quite
008myself. As a counselor, I'm usually the one asking others uh if they're okay, but Meg is the one who turns the question back on me. That says so much about who she is, and she truly sees people. Now, if you know Meg, you know she loves surprises. [laughter] When I found out she'd been chosen for this award, actually tried to go warn her ahead of time. Uh but before I could, I learned that she had already been surprised uh right in the middle of her neediest class period. Um with the superintendent and principles walking in. And I think that moment sums up Mag. Calm, kind, and gracious even in the middle of chaos. So Meg is a gift to our students, our staff, and the entire district. She embodies what it means to lead with
009a heart. And I feel incredibly grateful to work alongside her and to witness the difference she makes every single day. So congratulations. Thank you. Truly her shining star. [applause] >> You don't have to. Thank you. [laughter] [applause] Up next, I'd like to call Dr. Celico for the Purple Star Award for Preston Elementary. >> Thank you. Good evening. >> Good evening. >> How's everybody this nice cold rainy I mean, I guess summer's over for sure now. >> It's a good hot temperatures. We're back to cold. >> Um, well, this evening I have a couple of recognitions. One most of you are waiting for, which is top tiger. But we're going to just do a couple little things before we get to that. Um, first I'd like to call forward um, as Mrs. President Koko had stated
010um, our purple school award. So, I would like to um, ask anyone from Preston? I don't know. Miss Principal Brown, you have anybody with you today? this woman. >> YEAH. [laughter] [applause] >> Just stand here while I read a little bit so I can tell people what this is all about. You're wearing purple as well. This woman on here. >> I'm sure I tried color. >> No. [laughter] She could have put that right back and said I could have an support. [laughter] [laughter] >> All right. Would you like to do this? >> No, I'm just kidding. All right. Are you ready? Well, first I'm going to give you this. So, let me tell you a little bit about the Purple Star School award. Um, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce has selected Preston Elementary
011School as a pro purple star school. The Purple Star Award recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation's military. Future Forward Ohio, the state strategic priorities for education, recognizes the importance of overcoming obstacles to learning. To be successful in school, and when transitioning between school settings, Ohio's military connected youth require support to ensure their unique wellness and academic needs are met. The Purple Star Award signifies Preston's demonstrated commitment to serving these students and families. Ohio's Purple Star Advisory Board established a set of important criteria that schools must meet to be considered for this award and Preston has met that criteria. So, we wanted to congratulate them this evening. We went to an award ceremony. Principal Brown and I, a couple of our board members were there that evening
012in which they were recognized as well. So, we just wanted to express our pride and thankful uh thankful to all the work that you have done. SO, [applause] [applause] >> you could tell that story. >> All right. >> She has a story. I was going to make a joke, but I'm not retiring, so I thought I'd best. [laughter] Um, at the dinner and ceremony we went to, as I was waiting for the big moment for my staff and students and we're ready, they put up a picture of Lincoln and said, "Congratulations, Lincoln Elementary." >> Oh. >> We were like, "Yay." And I said, "What do we do now?" I said, "Well, go get your certificate." >> And then we took a second cupcake because that we deserve that. Yes. >> But no, I appreciate Thank
013you, Dr. Sel and the board. I appreciate this for our staff and students. Um, they did a lot of special things and all from the heart. And what's great is even though you get this, they keep doing it because it just feels so good to give back. So, thank you very much for recognizing them. >> [applause] [applause] >> I JUST WANT TO >> WE DO HAVE A BUNCH of seats right up here for people that are standing in the back. And if you're especially if you're here for top tigers, you get a really good picture of your top tiger. So, please do take a moment, come fill in these spots. I don't want you to have to stand the whole time. right up here. We got lots of plenty of seats for all of you.
014>> Thank you, Mr. Gomez. >> And Dr. Celica, up next is our top tigers recognition. Thank you. >> Thank you. I didn't want to start prematurely without your orders. [laughter] like the splash zone over here. No one wanted Does anybody remember the splash zones? Anybody know what I'm talking about when I say splash zone? >> Yes, >> SeaWorld. You're all going to show about my age. Splash zone. It's SeaWorld. >> There's still SeaWorld. >> There still is. >> We just don't have >> No, we don't unfortunately. >> All right. Well, um again, I'm happy to see all of you on this evening. This is our first Top Tiger uh evening uh event. So, um we're really excited for that. We do this uh once a month starting in October. We end in May, I believe,
015is when we do our last one. And so, each month we'll be recognizing students. So, students who are here this evening, first time out. That's amazing. And I'm going to tell you a little bit about what Top Tiger uh the awards are and what what it means. So top tiger is an award given by our board of education to students from each building each month. As I mentioned, the students are chosen by various staff members in their buildings. I get the I get the distinct honor of reading each one of those nominations. I am going to ask that when I announce the students names. So students, you need to listen very carefully. This is the first time up. All right. So when that happens, when I call your name, you're going to come forward. You're
016going to stand here. Uh Mr. Gomez, I believe, is my helper this evening. He's going to give you a number of goodies that you will hold and then I will read about you. So, you get to stand here as I read and as everyone gets to stare at you. No, it's very very exciting. Your your family will be taking video. No pressure. Um, so you'll be standing here, get all your goodies, and then after that, Miss Stewart was whispering to me, "Usually we do a picture right here, but she said the lights are not good. So, you're going to come over there. You're going to head over there to Miss Stewart. get your picture taken. Then afterwards, we're going to have you in the cafeteria. We're going to get a group photo and some other
017goodies across. And you'll hear about that in just a moment. So, we'll see how well we can follow those directions. If you don't get it to a tea, I'll be here to help. All right. Um, so, uh, with that, there's also, um, so I mentioned some goodies, and I know Miss Carile isn't here, uh, this evening, but Miss Pettit is in the back raising her hand all nicely. And Miss Pettit, raise your hand again. There she is. She is representing our CFA, which A Falls Teachers Association and they were so kind uh to provide you with these uh signs so you can put those in your yard or in a window. Uh so we are grateful to them for that. And I love when I drive around the city I see those in yards and
018I'm like all right that's great. I love that you put that out there. Then I just say I wish my kid would get I'm not holding my breath on that but that's okay. Um maybe my older one someday I keep saying Emerson when are you going to get an award? the other one. We're we're >> know my little one. So, she's she's a she's a fun one. She's got some fun school. >> So, even and as a superintendent's kids, see, we even have struggles with our kids. So, don't don't feel alone if you have challenges. Um, all right. So, with that, I would like to also mention that we have some uh generous uh community sponsors uh that are here this evening. One is our Kyhoga Falls Schools Foundation and Alumni Association. And we want
019to thank our partners who continue in this community. We have just such generous donors and community members who support our students. So, we're really super grateful for what they do for us. And our foundation this evening, we have with us Dan Arjunis and um Chris Shrader is here and she's just going to speak to you for a brief moment on give you a little bit more directions and a little bit about the foundation. Good evening everyone. My name is Chris Shrader and this is >> Dan Arjunis >> and we are trustees of the Kaga Fall Schools Foundation and Alumni Association. We're also proud members of the class of 1970. So we just celebrated our 55th class reunion a couple of weeks ago. The Kaga Falls Schools Foundation and Alumni Association is one of the sponsors
020of the Top Tiger Award. Each year, we award over $150,000 in student scholarships, award classroom teacher grants, and help connect alumni by assisting with class reunions and class websites. We also recognize distinguished alumni and host a recognition program and reception each May. All of our top tigers are invited to march with us in the Memorial Day parade and it's a blast. So, you'll hear more about that later on. Obviously, this is only October, [laughter] but um we really really had a great turnout uh this past May. And tonight, after you've all been recognized, after all that's done, then as Dr. Celico said, we're going to go over to the uh cafeteria. There'll be a group picture and then each of our top tigers will be uh given a t-shirt and the parent uh will be
021given a folder with some more information. On behalf of Kyogre Falls Schools Foundation and Alumni Association, we congratulate all of Utah Tigers on earning this very special recognition. Thank you. [applause] All right, students. Are you ready? >> Yes. [laughter] >> Good job, Miss. >> All right. Thanks, Miss Homeman. >> I don't actually I don't see a whole lot of children. Okay, we're heavy over here. There's There's students. Okay. Have as many as I'm used to seeing. So, uh, as I mentioned, this is our first uh top tiger evening. And this is also going to be another first because recently you may have heard that we've um taken in our preschool program. It was uh previously at the educational service center in Summit County and we now have that program in our district. I was actually
022there today in board. Just so you know, I delivered our plaque to them today. We took a photo so that we'll get you a picture of that you could see. Uh so it's very exciting that we're going to have a preschooler come up here today and we're going to start with preschool. So I'm warning you wherever you are my preschooler. Here it is. All right. So when I call your name, come forward, please. And this is Jana Matar. >> JANNA. [applause] [applause] >> You got it. You got it, girl. Good job. Everybody see her? All right. Here we go. Janna, I'm gonna say some real nice things about you. You ready? Yes. Okay. All right. Janna is always happy to be at school and brings such positive energy to the classroom each day. She is
023kind and caring friend who feels sad when someone is absent and always hopes they are okay. During circle time, Jana is fully engaged and lights up with excitement when she gets an answer right. She is a wonderful helper who goes above and beyond to assist both teachers and younger students. Janet is a good listener with great ideas, a great friend to everyone, and a thoughtful role model who genuinely cares about others feelings. With her kindness, enthusiasm, and leadership qualities, Jana is sure to be an amazing leader in the future. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] All right. Great job. All right. Now, see our preschooler did it. Let's see if our other students, Dwit, we're starting with you. Ready? Our next student is uh Khesi Garcia Mesa. [applause] >> You are messing that up. Okay. It's okay to say
024that. Alisi is a first grader in Mrs. Newsome's class and has a persistent smile we all love to see in class. She is kind, caring, and most recently has been an incredible friend and support to a new classmate who is non-English-speaking. She has really taken his this new friend under her wing and helped her to feel seen and understood. I think we all wish we had a friend as compassionate and loving as Khesi. Congratul [applause] >> [applause] >> All right, our next student is Alro Rodriguez MORO [applause] this evening. Okay. So, what we do in these instances is we reach out to the to the family. We offer them to come the next time. So, hopefully we'll we'll get All right. Our next student will not be in uh attendance either, but I just love
025this name from Lincoln. It's Mickey Louie. I love the name and I don't think is able to be here um this evening, so we'll hopefully be able to enjoy him next time. And then our next student from Lincoln is Celeste McDonald. CELESTE [applause] Celeste McDonald is Black Tiger Pride and has demonstrated impressive character throughout her years at Lincoln. She is kind, polite, respectful, and helpful with both teachers and peers. She is a model of behavior both in and out of the classroom. She is a gifted artist who always brings her own ideas and creative solutions to the lessons. She loves to challenge the lessons with her conceptual solutions. Her skills and attention to detail in her artistry bring her ideas to the next level. Celeste is also a member of Lincoln's lunch helper team, taking
026on the responsibility of keeping the cafeteria clean, safe, and running smoothly every day. That's great. The essentials team at Lincoln is proud to nominate Celeste as one of our top tigers. Congratulations, CELESTE. [applause] All right, moving along to Preston. Our next student is Jackson Atkins. [applause] Got some goodies for you. >> All right. Jackson is one of the most polite young men at Preston with a really big heart. He is kind to everyone he comes in contact with during the day and he always will be found helping someone. Jackson is a very hard worker and he is not afraid to ask for help when he needs it. Great. This has helped Jackson show tremendous growth while at Preston and we can't wait to see how well he does this year. Congratulations Jackson. Keep up the
027great work. [applause] And our other student, Trinity Howard, is also unable to be here tonight. Just making sure that she hasn't come in. Okay. So, congratulations to her as well. All right. Moving along to Price, we have Grace Bruntton. [applause] Hi, Grace. Grace brings a constant sense of sunshine to her classes and her remarkable positivity pairs beautifully with her endless patience and persistence. She is never afraid to face a challenge and she is willing to put in the effort to learn from to learn from and overcome mistakes. Since coming to Price as a third grader, Grace has had enormous has made enormous progress in her academics and it has been a joy to watch her confidence and ability grow. She is a shining example of a student who demonstrates a powerful dedication to her own
028growth while also serving as a kind and compassionate role model for others, consistently helping younger students, and truly embodying the spirit of a top tiger. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] All right, our other student from Price is Aaron Ramal. [applause] not here this evening. All right, our uh moving along now to Richardson. Our first student is Corbin Lynch. Corbin, THERE IS [applause] CORBIN, you ready? All right. Corbin is a natural leader, not through a loud or commanding presence, but through his positive example. He's the first to help a classmate who is struggling, whether it's with showing them the example again or just displaying Black Tiger pride to help the group achieve more. Just one example is how he leads others through being on Richardson's safety patrol team this year. We've often seen him quietly mentoring others, offering encouragement
029and guidance without seeking any recognition for himself. Corbin's character is truly a testament to his dedication to doing the right thing. He is a person of great honor and we have no doubt that he will continue to achieve great things in all his future endeavors. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] All right, our next student at Richardson is Aren Williams. [applause] >> [applause] >> All right. Aren has been picked as a top tiger for many of her outstanding traits. Aren had may be quiet, but leads her peers just by showing up, pitching in, and showing black tiger pride in and around the school. Aren is an exceptional student who consistently demonstrates outstanding academic ability, maturity, and a quiet yet powerful intellectual curiosity. Beyond academics, Aren is a model of good character while fulfilling her duties on Safety Patrol, as
030well as being the star on the stage during several of her theatrical performances. She is exceptionally kind, respectful, and always willing to help peers and teachers. I have observed [clears throat] her on numerous occasions helping a classmate who was struggling with a concept doing so with patience and without seeking recognition. This quiet leadership and integrity makes Aren a person of great influence in our classroom community. >> That's great. Thank you. [applause] >> All right. [clears throat] Our next school is who's following along? >> Silver Lake. All right, we just went in alphabetical order. No special trick there. Um, our next student is Moram Hamiri. [applause] >> Hello. How are you? Okay, so I did. All right. Thanks. All right. All right. Stay right there. Mam is a pleasure to have in our classes. She is
031quick to volunteer, kind to others, and helpful. Mam always participates to the best of her abilities and encourages her peers to do so as well. She does everything with a smile on her face. She is always willing to help and is a joy to be around. >> That's lovely. OUR [applause] next student from Silver Lake is Elijah Snider. ELIJAH. [applause] >> You made your way. That's good. You're all the way in the back. It's like a maze, huh? Job. All right, Elijah. All right. Elijah Snider is a sweet and quiet boy who is a great addition to our classes. [laughter] All right. I like that. I didn't see shy on there, so we're in good shape. All right. So, he is helpful, encouraging, and participates to the best of his abilities. Elijah shows Black Tiger
032pride every day and leads by example. He is a great listener and a kind friend to his peers. EXCELLENT, ELIJAH. [applause] I LOVE IT. Love the spunk. All right, our next school we're moving to. Now, typically we would go to Bolick and then Roberts, but since we have combined, we are now uh one middle school and we have students that we are going to name from our middle school. Um so, our first one is Lauren Halahan. [applause] Thank you. Congratulations. >> Right. Lauren is always polite and respectful to staff and students at school. She is always on time for class and eager to learn and participate. Lauren is great at adapting to changes or adversity in the classroom and never allows a problem to stand in her way without finding a solution and continues to
033work, learn, and grow from whatever may be challenging her that day. Lauren is very creative and is willing to share her knowledge and ideas with her peers in class. She is a wonderful example of what black tiger pride in the classroom should look like and treats each day as a new opportunity to learn and to achieve success in whatever she sets her mind to here at Kaihoga Falls Middle School. >> [applause] >> All right, our next student is Addison Petri. [applause] >> So, go by Addie. >> Okay. All right. Addie is a truly remarkable student who shines in every aspect of her life. Her straight A average is a clear reflection of her exceptional work ethic and dedication to her studies. But her commitment doesn't stop there. She also excels in a wide range of
034extracurriculars, including choir, exploration of art, and multiple sports, all while all while balancing a demanding schedule of honors classes. Addie's peers chose her to be a team captain, a testament to her strong leadership skills. She's a natural leader who inspires others by setting a positive example and showing genuine empathy. She consciously chooses kindness, holding back any unkind thoughts and consistently bringing out the best in her teammates. We all have them at sometime, don't we? Let's just be honest, right? Yeah. Okay. She's not just focused on her own success. She works hard to lift up those around her, too. It's no surprise that her teachers feel the same way. When asked about Addie, they had nothing but praise, calling her awesome and one of the best. Great job, Addie. Keep it up. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] [snorts] All
035right, our last but not least, our oldest, eldest students from Kaihog Falls High School. Our first student is Tren Hle. [applause] >> I know this person. >> Thank you. One of my soups troop students, Trin. Throughout their high school career, they faced immense challenges with a resilience that has been nothing short of remarkable. Despite the adversity, they never wavered in their commitment to achieving excellence in all they do. As a talented musician, they have participated in performances with the Gold Tones Jazz Orchestra, Symphonic Band, and the Tiger Marching Band. As an actor, they've dedicated their talents to productions of the fall play, the one act play festival, which is coming up in next week. Two weeks, two weeks, and three weeks. Fall play is coming up. >> Oh, the >> Yeah. Yeah. See, giving you
036a plug. The Crucible. Someone may have a main role in that. Um, you would also be hardressed to find a music or drama course that Trin has not taken. They have accomplished all of this while leading by example with humility and grace. Trin has been a role model, an example of resilience and strength for both teachers and classmates. Their journey is a powerful testament to the fact that it isn't just about what you achieve, but about how you rise above your struggles to accomplish your goals. We are all so very proud of TRIN and are grateful for their tremendous contribution to the music and theater programs at Kyhog Falls High School. CONGRATULATIONS. [applause] All right, and our last student of the evening is Moth Nichols. [applause] SEE, IT IS quite amazing get up here from
037back there. >> Congratulations. Okay. This student's unusual combination of passion, talent, joyful spirit, and tenacity is as unique as their namesake. Moth Nichols is not your typical garden variety student. You know who wrote this, right? >> Uh Miss Shman. Anyone who knows Miss Shman that's very colorful. She's very good writer and very creative. Like our moth, they don't hide in the shadows. They are unapologetically and boldly themselves, sharing their unique personality and joyful spirit. Whenever they see uh another student confused, lost or with questions in class or elsewhere, they are the first to jump in to help. Over their high school career, they have been faced with they have faced obstacles which have approached headon, not just overcoming them, but using them to make themselves stronger and more resilient. Just as the moth is drawn
038to light, moth Nichols is relentlessly drawn to challenging themselves in art and beyond to learn as much as they can. With this mindset, they have dedicated their senior year to college classes on campus at Kent State University. Moth uses her their leadership skills and outstanding confidence as a force for change, inspiring those around them to be more creative, more confident, and more willing to find the answers they seek. Moth Nichols will undoubtedly make a positive mark on our world and all those in their surrounding as they strive to transform it. The CFHS art department is forever changed for the better because we had the most incredible moth tapping on our studio lights for these past years. You got to tell her this. She's done a good job. The tapping will be greatly missed when our
039moth takes her graduation flight. We are proud to recognize Moth Nichols as a top tiger. [applause] All right, with that, um, I would like to, um, acknowledge just a few people. Well, not just a few. There's more than a few, but those of you who are, uh, staff, members of our, um, Kyoga Falls staff that have come to appreciate and show show your pride in all of our, uh, Black Tiger students, why don't you just, um, raise your hands so you can get recognized. We appreciate [applause] you being here. and to our parents and families. Um, you know, again, I always say it's no coincidence that students come up here and get recognized. That doesn't just happen overnight. That's with your guidance and uh what you are doing with your children, which we know is
040not an easy task of raising our students, especially in these days. And you have all done a remarkable job and the themes that we hear about the students and it's just uh common themes that continue to hear with each student, right? Resilience and leadership and kindness and respect. All wonderful qualities that we want to see in our students here. So, thank you for helping us get there. And with that, um we are going to have uh pictures across the hall. Uh so, if you uh and also those of you who are recognized, our purple star school and um Miss Carr, you're going to also get your picture across the hall. So, again, thank you to all of you. Let's have a round of applause for all of you. [applause] Up next is our boundary lines
041presentation. by Miss Marjorie [clears throat] Johnson. Thank you for joining us this evening. >> Thank you. Good evening. Um first I just want to say that in doing these boundaries um there there's literally a million ways you can do this. I it's it's um it's very difficult because you can you can draw the lines any direction and it and it changes things drastically very quickly. Um so I I came up with three three scenarios um just to just to show you this is very um preliminary just to show you what what could be um so the first slide Ryan. So the the slide on the right shows our current boundaries. Um I can't tell you when they were written. I know that they have been this way longer than 10 years which is how long
042I've been here. I don't know who came up with them or how long how long it's been that way. Um so on the left is the first scenario I came up with. Um changing the boundaries means and closing a school means shifting everything. Um, and so because you change a line on the right, it changes everything on the left and and it may shift one way or the other depending on where children live. Um, so the next slide um, shows those are all of our children. So you can see there's some places where there are no children at all and then there's other places where there's lots of lots of uh lots of children. And so anytime you move any one of those lines, you could you can encompass as many as 20 children. Um
043and just because you see one dot doesn't mean there are not several underneath of it. Um, so when you when you have 10 kids on the right that you move and then you see another 10 10 kids on the left that you move, it's not a matter of just moving 10 kids. I it it's it's again it's a shift. It's a shift of the lines. Underneath all of that, you have to take into your grade factors. So we don't know what grade all those children are in. And so you can't overwhelm [clears throat] a school with all fifth graders or all kindergarteners. So it's a it's a very big balancing act. Um so I just just showed this slide so that you could see just see all the children and where where they're located. Um
044so even though where price is right now now Preston is down in the green area and of course that school will be gone. Um so So while the price is up high, a lot of those Preston kids will then be shifting up to price. [clears throat] >> Um on the next slide gives you all the grade levels, how many how many will be affected at each one of the schools. Now, Dr. Celico, I don't know how how in depth you want me to to go here. Um I think I would just say that um and I know it's really small prints. I don't Is there any way to blow that up a little? >> So and you have these in front of you. I um it's essentially just it's by grade level and then it
045shows so that each school is um designated Dwit Lincoln Preston. Those are the three schools that are up there. And it'll show you what school each of them will be going to. Right. So I think I just >> and it shows and it shows how many will be affected, how many are will be shifting. Now these numbers also clear to the right and I don't know how well you can see it. Clear to the right um also tells you um a projection of kindergarteners. Now now we don't know I have rolled all of our kids for the next school year except for our incoming you know we have some preschoolers but we don't know what our kindergarters will be. So all I can do is guesstimate based on, you know, the past couple of years
046and and hope that they stay somewhere around there. Now, you know, this year we had we had a very big influx at um DWIT of of kindergarteners. You don't you don't know when that's going to happen. Um every once in a while you just get an abnormally large class. Um and then there's a lot of more shifting that you have to do to to compensate for that. U and the next slide is just the the other three schools then and what their projections are by grade and how many will move accordingly. So if I may um one of the things I know Margie said it but just to reiterate um on that far right column what we did is we I used the I had her use the numbers that are current um based on
047kindergarten enrollment today. So, three sections at most the schools. The smaller schools have two sections and we based them on the uh 22 max. So, that's how we arrived at those extra students. And again, we don't know how kindergarten [clears throat] threw us for a loop this year with the late enrollments and just bam, just at the end there, which is why we had to add sections. But, um that's how you get arrive at that number. So when you see in the first example for uh dwit 352 is actually so even though it looks like uh 293 you have to add in those uh 59 >> correct. >> Okay. So the next the next slide is scenario number two. >> Can we go back to that? So you you say you had to add you
048have to add >> yes the number >> from the 293 but that doesn't make sense because how would you add any to price which is already at capacity on the left side >> which is >> so we have to add to the 293 onto w you can't add any to the price so I'm assuming kindergarten's included in what we're given because if it's not then none of this wouldn't work because price is already at capacity. This is what I'm looking at that you're you're using >> the woods at 293 price at 293. That's the capacity for price. So these have to include kindergarten or this scenario is not possible. >> Um which >> this is scenario one. >> Yes. So scenario one, >> if these numbers do not include kindergarten, this is not a possible
049scenario. >> Yeah. Go ahead. >> So no, I'm asking you. >> No, she's going to explain. I think you were going to explain it. Yeah. Yeah, you're you're right. And that's that's why this was the very first scenario we came with and and we came up with and after adding in the kindergarteners, you're right, it's there's too many. That's why I went on to the second scenario to try to even the numbers out because you're right, it it that one's at capacity and um as far as I'm concerned, Lincoln numbers are too high because that's going to throw them over 400. And so that's the reason for coming up with the next next scenario to try to even out those numbers more. >> And I asked Margie to stay as close to 400 or less
050for purposes of being manageable for one principal. Um so four 400 was kind of the number we wanted to stay at without having to add additional support. >> Well then scenario >> some of them don't work. You'll see Mr. Gomez. Yeah. Scenario three is probably not going to work either cuz you have price at 242. How are you going to have >> uh price at 242 >> and you have I mean how do any of these scenarios work when you include kindergarten at price? >> I didn't do the maps. So when you do the maps Margie did you include um is kindergarten factored in there? >> No. >> Your totals? >> No not. So you have 248 at price. In scenario 2, capacity is 293. In scenario three, it's at 242. Capacity is still at
051293. >> Mhm. >> So how is that really workable? When you include kindergarten, you got to assume at least 40 kids. >> Yeah, they're on here. How many you have to assume the price? >> Yeah. um you assume 25 because so what you what is un what's uneven if you will here is that not every so what we did is as Margie mentioned she took the preschoolers so for example Price happens to have they might have a lot of preschoolers that are at their school um so it's all different some preschoolers there's more at one elementary than there are others so that's why it's uneven that you'll see different numbers for the kindergarten added in. They're not all going to be the same. I'm trying to see one example I can give you. Can I
052get clarification just on one more with the scenarios with the current boundaries and the current enrollment on the scenarios of current boundaries and it says like Lincoln's at 342. Does that include open enrollment and intra? And is that >> it does not none of these? does not none of it includes interest or >> no thank you. >> I guess my other concern too is we said that we're going to post this on our website and if it's this confusing getting the explanation how do we expect our community to like understand these scenarios that we were given scenario one but don't look at that because we know that that doesn't work. None of that's in this presentation. So, how do we expect our community who's going to read this presentation online tomorrow to understand any of
053this information when it's not in what we're given when we're just going to say, "Hey, the presentation's online. Go look at it." They're going to be reacting to the PowerPoint that we post online and none of this information's in the presentation. How is that going to be helpful information for our community to receive when we know that this is such a hot topic? Can we add to the scenario signs like price 248 and then put plus so many ex kindergarteners equals [laughter] >> on these present? >> We certainly can do that. My understanding tonight's presentation. We were very clear that this would not be a final >> draft. This is just a working document to get the conversation started to take a stab at some scenarios to show you the differences. Margie, you know, has
054shared with me that we went over a number of scenarios that wouldn't work, some that could work. Um, so this is by no means, you know, this was our first dab. I I shared with you that in a couple weeks time, we wouldn't be able to solve this problem, you know, or this situation like fully that this is there's some decent things to work from from this this scenario. So, that was my understanding. I I didn't think we could promise you a a final product at this time. Well, I guess the other frustration I have too is that we were given these in advance to look at and we weren't told that scenario one was not a workable scenario. I mean, we all invested our time into trying to understand these. It would have been
055helpful to know not to look at that one because you were giving us a scenario that you knew didn't work and that information wasn't provided to us either. Mar, do you want to continue on just and see if we we can tackle them one by one because I don't want to get too far ahead where we're too lost. So, you want >> So, I Well, and I and I apologize. I I started started this and I was giving you all the information that I had um in the beginning till now. I knew after doing the numbers with one that it needed to be reworked, which is why I you know did the second scenario. the second scenario does work. It um you know some of our schools are going to be closed to capacity because
056we're we're closing a school. Um so I mean we will have to be careful and we'll have to be very careful on how many we put at each school. Um the second scenario the numbers I because I wasn't comfortable with the first one with how full the numbers were. That's why we did the second one. The third one I put together because I was asked, you know, what what things look like to try to put more numbers at Silver Lake. [clears throat] So that's what the third one was. But again, these were all pre I as I understood was all preliminary to for at a starting point, not a not a finishing point. I appreciate how, you know, I know that this is a lot of work to do and to go into this and
057that it's going to that these aren't final numbers and that it's going to take a lot to get to where we need to be um with this and I know that it was in a short amount of time to do it. So, I I do appreciate everything that you've put to get this together. Do you want to talk a little bit about when I had asked you about like today for example the scenario three with I'm just going to point out the silver lake that little um part pass was that route 8 on the on the uh west side. >> Yes. And how that because this scenario differs if you look um you know Silverl is still so low in enrollment on the other two um 200 and this is the one that gets it
058to 245. I mean that's one one thing if you want to point out why that is >> it keeps all its current boundaries and takes on more >> right taking on a little a little bit of uh of price which price taking on you know more of Preston um again I was I in the second scenario versus the third scenario I only have one school that's jumping from one side of I use route eight kind of as your center point Um so only my thought process is DWIT taking down taking the one portion of the city which is around Hunter Lake and um beyond there we have one more one more little um [clears throat] Berg that we go to. Um my thought process is that's easy for a bus to go down there, grab
059those kids, hop back on, go down how and hop back on the highway and get back over. Whereas when you're talking about Silver Lake or Price, you're going back up through the city. You're going back up through Bailey and Hudson across the tracks and it's that's time consuming. That's t you know, so my thought process is Dwit is the most logical. It's easy access to the highway. So that's that's where my mind goes. They when you have Silver [snorts] Lake crossing over, Price crossing over, then you're adding time to buses going back and forth uh between the town. [clears throat] I appreciate all the work you did, Margie. I really do because I know it's not easy. So, I want you to know I appreciate the work you did. Um, that's not where my frustrations
060lie. So, I appreciate you. >> Thank you. >> It looks like in scenario two that [clears throat] Dwit is possibly, if I'm adding correctly, that Dwit would be over in scenario two. I'm sorry. No, I'm reading current Kevin if it's not over capacity. I'm sorry. I was reading what their current enrollment was. >> Scenario two works for all. It does. >> But but scenario three is what brings Silver Lake more in line with capacity. >> Yes. >> Percentage capacity as with the rest of the >> Yeah. I think uh Margie, you had mentioned that you had some you took some issue with I think you made it a previous board meeting that that Silver Lake area that you would not have put you don't recommend this if I'm not mistaken. >> Correct. That again It's
061it because you're you're going across town and it's and it just that extra little piece and that's on scenario three, Ryan. Um, just that extra little piece to the left adds adds time going across town >> and and again it has to do with um [clears throat] drive time through the city. It's not as easy, you know, like I was talking about straight down how road now you have the five the six corners there that's very busy but once you are through there you can hop right on the highway so it's fast and whereas going through the city stopping at railroad crossings we we have buses stopped every day at the tracks. Um Ryan, if you could go to um the map, we'll just take scenario three as fine with the the dots. So, one
062of the things that I want to point out um actually Miss Woff and I were talking about this today. So, if you look at where I'm just going to use Price as a situ as a as an example, right in the pink, that's Price. >> Yes. >> So, where that's located, if you look at where the dots are, you'll see that the obvious question for parent if I'm a parent, I would be saying, "My gosh, I live so close twice, but yet you have me going to Silver Lake. So, I just I want to point those things out that those are things that I know I would be questioning as a parent. And yes, there's some that are mile or less to price that'll be going, you know, a couple miles to Silver Lake. So,
063those are also some things that we noted. I I want to point that out in full transparency that we noted. Same thing happens, you know, I guess south was uh the wit. There's a you see that that kind of happens over there in that far corner. >> I think people are following me but we can char It's on the ceiling. Yep. >> Oh, sorry. It's not a quality pointer. >> It's a cat toy. Yeah. >> Yes, >> they are. But not there's a Route eight. >> And that's the current boundary, too. [cough] [clears throat] >> It is. Yes, >> project. So in scenario three um other than the obvious students from press Preston you know being affected looks like the wit would be the most affected students. I think we we did decide that the
064wit would be mostly impacted. Margin, >> I think the wit's going to be the most impacted no matter what >> because it's centralized and that's what's carved out and >> because it's on the other side of Preston >> and and Yeah. And so you're going to have to shift the most both to and from the >> it's the current boundaries touch every other school's boundaries. >> Yes, it does. One of my other questions is um the shuffling of kids. Um so like for instance you have in scenario three you have 18 kids from Dwit going to Price but then you have eight kids who are at Price going to Dwit. And then you have five kids from Lincoln going to Price. and then four kids from Price going to Lincoln. It just seems to me
065that we could refine that better so that those kids aren't interrupted cuz it would seem that we could find the space for those kids. It's five, it's four. Like the numbers kind of are balancing more, >> but they're they're not, Anthony. It appears that way, but but again, it has to do with line. So you might you might be taking those five from up here and then the other ones are from down here. It so it's it appears that way, but it's it's not really it's not a matter of just moving the kids. It's it's where the lines are going. >> That does it make sense? >> I mean, I'm willing to look at all the all these little lines because I think it's worthwhile if we can find little spots where we can not
066impact some of these students. I think it's worthwhile because they're going to these schools now. So, we're making it work in the lines that we have. So, that's something I asked Dr. Celico about if we can get like more detailed images of where lines would be changing so we can better understand that to see those sorts of things. Um, I think that's important because it's hard when you look at the numbers to make it make sense. So, unless I can see the lines in detail, um, no, it doesn't make sense to me. >> Do you have a suggestion for that, Margie? I don't know. I mean, >> I mean, the only thing I I can do is have you have you come see what it entails and how and how just shifting a line a
067little bit can can grab, like I said, it can grab as many as 20 kids. Just shifting it a tiny, you know, one road over and you may have 20 kids on this on on this street and you may only have five on this street. And so it's it's not they're not equal. You you don't get to pick where the where the clusters of kids live. But if there's a way to like get more detailed picture than this, then I we could at least see that. But it's very hard to see on here even where the streets are to be able to see that to justify making those sorts of decisions that are going to impact this many families. >> I mean, I I can blow it up as big as you want, but you're
068that's a lot. Because, you know, when you blow a map up big enough to read, you're going to be talking hundreds of images. What happens if you span out on this? I don't think we did that when I was there. Like if you span out, you know, like just if you were to take your fingers on a screen and you zoom, how they would come into focus. >> Could that can that be done here? even if we had to put them on big sheets or something. >> So, scenario one does not work. So, we just kind of disregard that one. >> Yeah. No, as far as I'm concerned, it doesn't. I mean, again, again, these are rough drafts. So, you could take scenario one, you know, but >> if if that was, you know, something
069you were more leaning towards. >> Okay. scenario two >> is what I think is is your best option right now and again with you can tweak it any way you want to but I think it is the mo the the most logical okay it would help me because I'm very spatially challenged to if if we could take map two and kind of see through somehow to map three so I kind of see where the boundaries it's really hard to [clears throat] tell for me anyway. I don't know if that would help anybody else, but it might help me a little bit more. I don't want to draw lines myself because then I'll, you know, but okay, just a suggestion if there's some way you can put, you know, map two over map three to make
070it kind of, you know, I don't know. >> Yeah, like an overlay type thing. But I'm not sure if you can do that. Would it help you, Miss White, if on the scenario one >> maybe just highlighted in yellow what has changed? >> Maybe. Yeah, maybe >> boundary. So, you know, like >> Yeah, because again I'm spatially >> instead of being on top of each other >> very spatially something like that. >> What boundaries were changed? >> Yeah, just because I think scenario two somewhat works. And then scenario three would somewhat work. Although I think I see what you're getting at. They'd have to cross the tracks >> and 59 or Yeah. >> So that's the current boundary as well. So just keep that in mind, too. >> Yeah, that's true. So okay. Yeah, I
071could maybe highlight that. I didn't think of that. >> And they're going to have to cross the tracks. Yeah, they are >> close for kids going to Dit from Preston across the track. >> Yeah, they would anyway. >> So that's going to add tracks either way. >> Yeah. >> Um, you know, these are just very, you know, these are rough drafts of getting everything together in a short amount of time. >> I guess my question would be to you Dr. Celico, when do boundaries need to be decided upon? for next school year for families and for all the other reasons that we need to decide them enrollment and kindergarten enrollment and >> yeah I think personally and I and I know we're working on you're probably I don't know if you are probably started the
072routes for the new school but I would I would say by and I don't know Margie if this is regional but I would like to have it by the end of this calendar year so people could plan and have an idea in their minds I mean I think people parents would appreciate that I out there, but sooner rather than later. And I think if we're this close now, we already have drafts. I think that's a reasonable thing that we could probably accomplish. It's not me doing the work, so it's easy for me to say, but I think that would be fair to parents and that would fall in line with other things that we have to put into place yet as the new year starts and the new campus and all of that. So, >>
073I think that that would be a reasonable request. And then I guess my question for you would be um if you took feedback from the board realistically, we know you have a lot going on with the 6 through 12 campus and all of that stuff coming up for transportation too. Um if we can get together what the board needs to move forward and see when we'd be able to have that for us to have a decision at the end of December. or December. >> I would say I would say mid mid November. I've got a I've got a big report that I should have already started that's due at the end of next week. Um >> the P1. >> Yeah. >> Okay. >> Correct. >> So possibly the second meeting in November then we'd be
074able to >> No, the 12th and the 19th because of Thanksgiving. >> Yep. But then we only have one meeting in December. >> We do. >> So >> we're going to have a Yeah, we'll have a pretty heavy agenda. We have a couple big items to discuss on that. But if if you're able 19th, is that reasonable? >> Yeah. >> Yep. >> And then are you saying put it on the December? So you want to see it on on November 9th here? I'm sorry. 19. >> November 19th. >> See your presentation here. Again, >> just a short presentation of, you know, there's questions from the board that we can get to Margie and then have feedback on and then have discussion on and then have our final have it back on the agenda on in
075December. Does that sound for final or do you think November 19th for everything? >> December 10th. >> Yes. >> I mean, I think that's a reasonable time frame. I mean, the only thing I would suggest and say is that we get feedback. You know, we'll have to share along the way since we only have a couple of meetings that we could look at drafts and if we could have a very specific list of questions or things you want Margie to take into consideration when looking at this now that you've seen a couple scenarios and see how it's working. uh then she could you know even if it's you want her to come here again and do a demonstration like if that's going to be helpful because like like someone had mentioned maybe Margie like there
076might be other dots under here that you don't see because one dot represents you know there there's many children in there that you can't you just can't have that many dots >> so that >> well it also can represent a family. >> That's true too. >> You know there could be a family with five or six kids. >> Yeah that's that's true. or an apartment complex that has 15 kids. I think we should also consider um if Dwit is the building that's being impacted the most following the example we've set um having meetings at Preston Price um consider having a meeting at Dwit if those are the families that are going to be most impacted obviously other than the Preston families we should consider potentially having a meeting at Dwit um to make sure that
077those families are as aware as we can make them able if it is going to most impact them. So I would put that out for consideration as well >> for the presentation or prior to the presentation after the presentation. >> We'd have to see when we can make it happen. >> I'm putting out for consideration. I mean it's kind of the example we set was >> Yeah, we did. trying to make sure that those that would be most impacted by possible decision, we would go out to try to make it most convenient for them to receive the information. So, I think it's something that we should consider. >> I mean, I'm agreeable to that. >> I would be agreeable to that to showing them and presenting them. What I would not want to happen is
078to have that meeting and not have an accurate picture of what we were doing to where the impression was that this is set in stone and we're worrying families or families think their child may go here but they're actually going to go here. I would want to be very careful that we actually had um what we were doing set in to a point where that misinformation wasn't taken away because you know no matter how much we say they're drafts they're going to take it as my child's going to go to this school because they see it on a map in a presentation. >> I agree to with what you said to an extent. It has to be a balance because we want feedback. You also can't have it be set in stone when you're asking
079for feedback because then it's not we're not really considering what they have to say, >> right? >> No, I I understand. I'm I'm just putting that out along with it to make sure that we have, >> you know. >> Okay. So, I I might have not followed so clear. So the the DWIT meeting would be to allow families to have feedback or questions or what would be the they would have an opportunity to express concerns, questions, give feedback just so I'm following >> and to make sure that they're as informed as we can make them be if we're saying that they'll be the most impacted by any scenario. So, we go in there with a draft um and willing to hear questions, concerns. [clears throat] >> I I am the first one to say that
080we need to be open and go to the community and be there and inform them and be at the meetings and all the things. Um, you know, That's been my stance throughout the past four years. What I don't want is the impression of there are some decisions as a district that need to be made for the good of the district and the students and there are some things that I don't want the community necessarily. There are some decisions that have to be made and they have to be made and not that I don't want to hear feedback, but there are things that just are that have to be done. And I what I wouldn't want is the impression of us coming in. I would not want them to have the impression that they're going to
081come in and they're going to vastly change what our district lines are going to be based if if you're in I hope I'm saying that correctly. >> I I that's where I was sort of going with it. I I mean I work similarly if we're going for example we put a survey out to people I I would want I know as a person who fills out a survey I would want I would want to believe that you're taking that input because you're still haven't made up your mind and that you're willing to do that but if we if we are going to take suggestions and feedback then I would hope that we would then be able to make some changes based on the feedback we gave and I just don't know if that's possible so
082I just want to be clear and open about that I don't want to mislead people like you That's why I was asking the question because I don't know if that's possible because once we start tinkering and I mean that just sounds a little bit unrealistic but I if that's the direction we go that that's fine but I I want to be forthcoming with parents of what this meeting really is. >> I think it depends on how you present. When we had our meetings at Preston and Price we didn't present it in such a way that closing Richardson was an option because it wasn't on the table. So, you just have to be clear about what's possible and what's not possible, just like we were before. Why we're where we are, where we're are, what has
083been decided, what hasn't been decided. I think that worked before. We were pretty clear. What had been decided was it was going to be one of these two buildings. What had not been decided was what building it was going to be. So what has been decided are boundary lines are changing. It seems like Dwit is going to be most impacted and here's what I mean we don't know what we're going to be presenting because it doesn't seem like we're there yet. But I think it behooves us to do the hard work of getting out there to the parents as best we can. Would it be anformational land? Say here's where we are. This is our these are our scenarios that we're looking at. >> What would be the expectation, do you think? >> Well, we
084don't know. We could have two scenarios that we're looking at, right? >> So then they might be offering feedback on two possible scenarios. We really don't know with where we're at, but we know we're not meeting again as a board until November 12th. And as of right now, we're not talking about this again till November 19th. So that's a whole month and a lot could change in that time. So to try to plan what that's going to be tonight when we're not even planning to talk about this as a board for a month, I think is unfair. [clears throat] >> I hear what you're saying as Coco. If if there's really like one scenario that's going to feasibly work and then we go to do it and say, "Hey, here's what we're doing and and
085people think that there's going to be like some choices to be made and there's really not choice. Maybe that would be kind of mean to present as like maybe we can make choices and there's not. But if there are options for feedback, then I I would like to present it for parents to provide feedback. But at this point, I don't know if there there are choices to be made, if there are more than one options that are going to be feasible for. But either way, I think it behooves us to have that meeting and try to do every effort to inform those families that will be most impacted, >> whether this is what it's going to be or hey, there's two options that it might be. And if the board's making the decision, we might
086as well do it as a board meeting and own the decision. >> Well, we [clears throat] do have two scenarios that would work. Correct. >> Correct. >> Yes. >> Okay. So, >> and and just because you have a scenario that doesn't work at one school doesn't mean it can't be moved. Yeah. To >> understand, >> but yeah, I I'd rather keep it to two. It's easier. [laughter] >> I I agree. I'm I'm >> It's easier. >> Exactly what I was thinking was you don't want to keep presenting more and more and more. >> Exactly. >> It it's it this just moving the lines one street. It's very time consuming. >> So maybe may may I suggest that um let's let's work off of the two that we have. Let's just make that assumption for a
087moment. Board if you would and then >> number two >> look at those and then if you could and you don't need to do this this evening, but if you want to let me know what items looking at those two are important to you or what doesn't look right or what you would like to see teased out a little bit more or what questions you have based on those two scenarios. that would kind of help refine our um direction in which we can go and because I just want to be clear and make sure that we're answering your questions and concerns and then you know Margie can play with that and we can even send drafts back and forth as you look until we get to that November 8 19th meeting. >> It's just a
088line you want to see and you want to see it blown up. You know I I can do a screenshot of that and send it to you. Does that agreeable with everyone? >> And then, you know, if we're if we're going to look at a date with DWIT, I would think it would almost need to be in between November 19th and December 10th. Then from a presentation here, if if we're not presenting it as this is what it is and this is what we've decided, it would be after December 10th. If it was not being presented that way, then it would need to be before December 10th. Does everyone agree with that? >> Yeah, >> those are two busy weeks in between those two. I just looked at >> Yeah, [laughter] >> very much so.
089And because a question was raised, can we just have clarity about um so we're going to post this on our website? Is that what I'm hearing? Along with the audio, I think is what we did last time. >> You said in your all call that it would be posted on the website. Yeah. >> So, we could um take some of these like we can put some narrative to this to clear up, you know, maybe some of those questions because >> um and we can act well, we'll put we'll put scenario one in and we'll say why it doesn't work so people can at least see it and then we'll put these other ones and we'll just maybe you can work with me on >> some of it. I my my biggest suggestion for sharing it
090would just be on the scenarios, you know, like scenario two, put >> Yeah. >> 337 plus 56 kindergarteners equals >> total. >> Um instead of just on those other pages >> that way, that way when the community is looking at it, they can see what the actual total people do. Yeah, >> I think that would clear up >> a lot of confusion on it to do it. >> Don't trust my addition. >> should people still expect it to be posted? Tomorrow? >> No. >> Did you guys say it would be posted the next day? >> I I don't I can't make it by tomorrow. >> When can they expect it? So, we can let people know. >> They don't mean this is You got to tell me to be shared like you said you wanted
091to do an audio like >> no the audio would be this but um no I I don't on my end I don't it's not much to to do by the end of the day on We could get together tomorrow. Anything else? Thank you very much. That brings us to item E, treasur CFO's business consent agenda. Miss Sto like to recommend the board of education to approve all items listed in the treasur's consent agenda. >> So move on. Um We have minutes. We have uh amended appropriations. It's one um it's the 524. So we received our um actual aotment um for the federal grant. We received it. We get it through the um six district for one of our employees. Um so they sent us the exact amount. It was a little bit more um than
092what we had anticipated. So that's increased just a little bit. Um the transfer um I had sent you guys previously an email. Um but just to clarify one more time. So this is we are just transferring in between special cost centers. It's all still staying in the building fund. Um, but when we were first received the cops, we just kind of put it all in like the one special cost center and pulled a little bit out um for the stadium, not really knowing at the time because project was still in the earlier stages how much we would need in each one um dependent on different, you know, any any of the number of things that we've done or change orders. Um, and so it turns out there's um where we're transferring it from This is
093where it gets confusing. Is the is the LFI that is associated with the building. So what OFCC considers integral LFI. It's still all of our funds, but it's because the auditorium is LFI. Like they can't we still have to do some of it where we pay LFI for like they can't say this square feet and this touches this, this pipe touches this. So they I report that stuff even though they don't necessarily care about the funds but I we have to report it. The stadium stuff has nothing to do with that. It doesn't go through the process the same processes as the other funds. Um so we don't need as much in that um what is going through the state in OFCC um in their system called oaks. So, we're we've got to move some
094of it out um to our stadium fund, which kind of gives us a little bit more flexibility and um you know, if something comes up or if we need anything, you know, we've run into a couple of just different things. Um you know, the digital scoreboards came out of that way back when and things like that that we've we've purchased that are a little bit bigger for the new campus. Um that so if any of those situations arise that in there to take care of that. Um, purpose and purpose statements, purpose and budget. So, there's a whole bunch of them. Um, but this is the same thing uh we do every year. So, these are all of our student activities and our principal accounts. >> Um, and some of our local GA grant accounts. Most
095of them are G funded. Um, so this is just their their uh goals and kind of a description of what these funds are used for and what their group um does and then what they think they'll bring in in revenue and what they think they'll bring in in expenses. So these are kind of like mini versions of budgets that we do in each department. So, it's kind of that same zerobased type um thing that the expenses that are listed on the sheet is what we use as their budget for the year. So, whatever their expenses are, that's what gets budgeted for the year. And then finally, um donations. We have a number of them all across the district. Um many different places, but um we've got a lot. We always appreciate those. um American Legion,
096um DAR, which I'm sure that has something to do with the credit union, um some Amazon wish list, lots of stuff. So, um appreciate it. Appreciate it. >> So, was at Jealous Preston Elementary School. They got a lot of Taco Bell. Free Taco Bell. [laughter] >> I saw them there today, actually. Did you? >> All the certificates. Lots of tacos going out. Bryce has them too. Lincoln too. >> Yeah, my nephew got one. >> I have a question on the um purpose and goal statements. Um if they want to spend more than what they've allotted for, they just have to file an amendment. Correct. >> Correct. Okay. >> Yep. Yep. They file an amendment and they let us know myself or Joanne and then we take care of it through there. >> Okay. Thank you.
097>> Y because there are times when maybe they'll get some revenue that they didn't think they were getting or a fundraiser went better than they thought and so now they have more funds to use and they decide, well, we'd also like to do this. We didn't think we were going to be able to before and that happens throughout the year. Um, so yeah, they just amended at that point. >> Well, Ms. Brown at Preston has a very generous amount. So, I have some ideas for some exciting things she can do. So, she has >> I'm going to reach out to her now that her birthday's passed >> and offer offer to help her with whatever ideas she has to make sure we have some good fun for the kids there this year. >> Thank you.
098Any other questions? >> Hey, Mr. Boy, please call the RO. >> Mr. Harris, hi. >> Mrs. Schaefer. Hi, >> Miss White. Hi. >> Mto. Hi. >> Mr. Gomez. >> Hi. >> Okay. Item I treasur CFO's business miss. >> Thank you. I'd like to recommend the board of education approve the September 2025 investment schedule and monthly spending report >> second page. >> Okay. So let's look here. So the first thing let's take a look at the interest. Um it was our best month so far. Um but again our cash balances are a little higher in September um than than some other months. So another good month but um still as those funds are dwindling down especially in those uh specialized ones that have to do with the construction project um they're you know those are going
099to just continue to decline as we continue to uh draw down on that cash for the project. Um, take a look at the athletics because I keep talking about that the last couple months. Um, you can see here that I said there would be some Oh, there it is. Okay. Um so they brought in almost 34,000 um in the month of September. Um expenditures obviously not as much as previous. So um like I said they are back in the red. They are actually closer to like I think 40,000 right now. I looked yesterday. Um so because there's been a few more home games, one being >> uh the opening of the stadium. So they did they did well that night. Um so they're up there which is more had last year at this time um
100in October. So, um, that's looking good. And then we can look at general fund real quick. Um, it's pretty much I mean, we did the forecast, so um, we kind of know what where this is kind of heading there, but we ended at about 10 and a half, so about a million from August, but, um, you know, received some more tax revenue, um, which kept us revenue over expenditures for the month. um these next few months obviously you'll see the opposite of that is due to um there being kind of a lull. We're not going to get any more tax revenue in those months again until January, February. Um so those are our lower months. So we will see that balance decline a little and then go back on the upswing [clears throat] as you
101can see the trend in previous years. Any questions or comments? >> You do food service. >> So food service and this is another one too kind of similar to athletics. Um so you know the thing is kind of spending the money going through the lunches and then we submit for that federal reimbursement afterwards. So obviously um we have August and all of September and we don't typically receive that first payment until October um for all that reimbursement which I haven't even seen it yet come through. >> Probably won't get it right until they reopen. >> Correct. And so unless it was pro like in the process before, I'm not sure. Um because t it probably should have been um in there, but not sure what will happen with that. Um but they are in the
102in the red technically. Um but we have anticipated revenue so that's not really necessarily true. >> [clears throat] >> Um and then the timing of when we receive that now um with the shutdown and all of that um may October may look similar um if that does not happen or if there's nothing that changes immediately soon to to push those. So that's typically a big one because it encompasses half of August and all of September. Um so that's one of the bigger ones. I'd say it's probably it's usually around like 170 180,000 about that. So I'm not concerned about that at the moment. Really the timing similar with athletics. Obviously we're still spending salary and benefits because they're split out over um you know the 12 months and the 24 pays as opposed to as
103they're as they're working. So, um, expenses are always higher than revenue, um, in the summer because of that, um, because we're not we're not feeding students then, um, or very little with the, you know, the summer compared to what we would normally do during the year. [clears throat] >> Are we seeing any delays in our um, title funds? >> Not yet. >> No. So the last month for September, we do them monthly um at the end of the month and we've received all of those um so far, but that was those were also done like at the end of September. So they have already been depending on the timing of it on their end when they processed it, it could have been in right before. >> Thank you. >> Have not seen any Thank you.
104Story, please call the role. >> Mrs. Schaefer. >> Hi. >> M. White. >> Hi. >> M. Coco. >> Hi. >> Mr. Gomez. >> Hi. >> Mr. Harris. >> Hi. >> And treasurer CFO's comments. M. Yes. Um, so I do have a couple things. So, one, um, the auditors have been in this week. Good times. Um, today was actually their last day. Um, so everything so far looks good. We have questions about a couple things that we're looking into. Um, but I think you've all received an email from them in regards to the fraud questionnaire. Um, and then, um, they're going to be working on some things remotely then. So, um, probably through the end of the year. Um, I need to follow up with our inventory company and see so that there's not a there
105is a deadline for our ACFR annual comprehensive financial report. It's usually around Thanksgiving. Um, so I I did follow up with them and haven't heard back, but just reminded me of that. So, I will follow up with them >> uh to make sure we that is in on time and we don't have to file an extension. >> I'll call them again if you want me to. It worked last time. >> It did work last time. Um, and as you know, we've got a new inventory company coming in, um, which should be much smoother. Um, I do not know if you all receive, and I do have a question in. So, um, one of the things with the five-year forecast that triggers a written plan is if line 10.01 in the second year, this is confusing.
106the letter we just received. >> Yeah. In the second year, which is basically your balance before any renewal levies um is negative, then you would have to do a written plan. So, technically, although we're in the black with the renewal levy for that second year, without it, we would be in the red. [snorts] Um, [clears throat] so I did reach out today and just said, you know, I'm not sure what to do with this written plan because this levy is on the ballot in, you know, November. And if it passes, that alleviates our our problem and and we'll know it. So, um, he's going to get back to me, the gentleman we worked with before. Um, but I think if there is passage, we should we really won't have to do anything other than state
107that I don't know if I'll have to like refile um in an optional window for them. Um, this is part of the reason it's nice when your forecast is in November and May. >> Well, that's why they moved it from October to November because when I was first came on the board, it was in October. >> Yep. It was it was always in October and May. And then they moved it and it was nice because you knew the results and you could factor that in and Now that it's in February and October, you're not going to be able to do that other than, you know, after the fact of of things. So, um, it seems like a lot of extra work in this case for some people that are getting these notifications and then they
108have a levy pass and then it's really not necessary. Um, so I'll I'm waiting to hear back from them kind of on, you know, what happens after, you know, if there's passage of that levy. Um, what all do we need to officially do? So, um the only other thing is just a [clears throat] couple of those House bills that are flying around about property taxes. Um there's two um that were in the House Ways and Means Committee and came out. Um one uh does not affect us because it applies to the 20 mil floor. >> That's 186. >> It passed the House today. >> It did pass the house [clears throat] today. Um and so while that doesn't affect us, that doesn't mean that it couldn't at some point. It affects a lot of other
109districts um in in kind of um capping in a sense the uh inflationary growth on those mills that are people are that are on the 20 mil floor. Um so we wouldn't see any immediate effects from that. Uh but House Bill 335 is kind of the same thing, but it's on inside millillage. um which would affect everybody and would affect us and kind of um caps it as well based on some uh the you know inflationary measures and things like that um to not go over when you're in a reappraisal. >> I passed the house today too. >> Yeah. So um there's all sorts of ones flying about. Um the newest one was to eliminate it alto together and increase sales tax and >> 93 >> and uh >> yeah 93. So, um, >> you're
110stealing all of Mr. Harris. >> I know. Sorry. No, I appreciate it. Uh, but this is why it's important to be reaching reaching out and emailing your legislators um and and letting them know how much this is going to impact many people. One of the things I will note because it does affect this levy, but a lot of the things um for example, the emergency levy. Now, there is a proposal that um is out there as well that's talking about you can renew it one time. Um but as of right now [clears throat] with the override of that veto um that's that's not technically allowed right now. Um however um if you have an emer this does not affect us either, but many districts have emergency levies that were passed before 2013. And so while
111they touted as, you know, saving money by eliminating this kind of property tax or making this or that, um, those had that 12 and a half% roll back credit reimbursed by the state. It was not paid by taxpayers. That was paid by the state. Now, if they can't renew those levies, they have to put on new ones. They lose that credit. >> And so really, now they're paying more money because the school still needs the money. [clears throat] >> And now taxpayers are paying more money and the state doesn't. Um, and it's really kind of this like, you know, spin and all of that and really it's going to end up costing the taxpayer more for it in the long run. Um and so people need to just it's a tough tough topic you know
112property tax and how they work and um it's it's hard to understand and um but it is important to know that you know that it's it's got it's coming from somewhere um at the end of the day and a lot of these are going to end up costing taxpayers more money um in the long run um than than saving them unfortunately. the sponsor of that bill told me that it was worth it to alleviate the confusion for taxpayers. That was his response to me when I asked him about that. So I said, "You're actually going to cost people more money >> if these less then get approved because districts are counting on this money." >> And he said, "It's worth it to alleviate the confusion for taxpayers." I would not feel that way if I
113was paying 10% more on my property tax bill personally. >> No. Um so yes, they uh there is definitely some some doozies flying about, but um we're keeping our eye. Those two are the most uh likely at this point moving forward. Um but there are a number of them um out there and it's just important to stay engaged um as community members, as board members, as staff, with um legislators and letting them know, you know, how that really is going to directly impact students in the long run. Um unfortunately, >> I have a question about our audit. I know we have Julian and Groove that prepares it as an outside firm. How many more years do we have them under contract for that? you now or can you get us that and let us know?
114>> Yeah, I think it's >> after this. >> Okay. >> I think two after this. Typically, they'll let you do a one time rollover of the same amount of the contract. At least that's what they've done in the past. >> Um but then they won't let you'll have to go back to the state after after that second one. So, um in previous district that we had drill in a group as well, we had them for a five-year contract. They allow a one time like yep you can do another five years and then they make you go back to okay to the state auditor. So fingers crossed because it's so much easier >> less time consuming [laughter] than when the state is in so >> well because those state auditors don't actually have offices so they
115>> work out of your >> setup shop. Thank you. >> That brings us to item G superintendent CEO's business consent agenda. Dr. Thank you, Miss [clears throat] Coco. It is recommended that the board of education approves all items listed in the superintendent's consent agenda. >> So moved. >> Second. >> Very light. Yeah, very light. Uh, a couple uh personnel items. >> Um, my sorry. Um, we have I know we have some a lot of coaches there listed for most of our sports. Um, We have some classified appointments, um, substitutes, just a couple there, and our extra duties, supplementals. We have two, there's my notes. It's the last page, of course, that I wrote them on. Um, we have um a couple of uh reset retirements, resignations due to retirements. And I just want to point
116out that's um Cindy Hardy, who's um school counselor at the high school, and Kathy Sudri, who's a school psychologist. So, I know um Miss Hardy, I don't know, we were looking at or she maybe she told us the years. I think it's over 40 that she's been here. >> Um so, wish her well, both of them well and thank you for their service. Um and that that's really it for u personnel. And then we have the Ohio uh minimum wage increase. So, that's just the reflective of the $10.70 to um $11 an hour. And that's just to comply with state law. Thank you. Any questions or comments? Except every time I see minimum wage increase, I think back to how much I got for my first job and it makes me feel really, really old.
117>> Yeah, >> but I still think it should be higher now. So, >> yes, it should. >> Okay, Miss Stocoy, please call the role. >> Miss White, >> I. >> Miss Coco, >> I. >> Mr. Gomez, >> I. >> Mr. Harris, >> hi. >> Mrs. Schaer, >> I brings us to item H. Superintendent CEO's business. Dr. Celico. >> Thanks, Miss Koko. Um, I want to just start by saying um we went to uh presentations last night. Miss Houseman and I went to um all well, I made it to all three of the the presentations and just because it was was a really tight turnaround, but um uh Mr. Oswald gave the presentation to Bolick. I know um we had some people there um at Boolic and Roberts, Roberts first, then Bolick, then the high school
118um for Mr. Smith that he um gave they gave a a much more detailed um account of what now you'll see. So our previous uh parent meeting was like kind of a more generic about the building and the process. Now we got a little bit more to the nuts and bolts of like scheduling, arrival, dismissal. We showed the parents uh and families, you know, the direction in which they'll travel, um where the doors are located. Um just much more detail. Um and then we also um because we um you know we didn't expect all of our parents to be there, we did uh Mr. both of them actually um did what we call loom video. So recorded themselves with the PowerPoint. So that will be going out very soon uh tonight. Oh, look at that.
119As soon as tonight I know Mr. Smith had to re-record it. I felt so bad. He was here and he said he recorded the whole thing and the microphone wasn't on. He had to redo the whole I'm like that early is terrible. I'm sorry. So, he was going to do that this evening. So, hopefully that'll get out again tonight. But that will be helpful for parents. Um received some feedback that people were really appreciative and um appreciate those kind remarks from people that were there. I do want to point out and just say that uh you know, sitting there, I put my parent hat on and I was just thinking, okay, if I'm a parent and I'm listening to this, I would feel really at ease at how um both principles explained it. I I
120think they um made people, you know, feel better about the traffic in the building, the traffic outside, how things will, you know, um come together and when students will and will not be together at middle school and high school. That came up a little bit. Um, and then just the how the when you got to see we actually had TDA created and I appreciate the help of Miss Stewart those videos that they drove through the campus and it's a really long drive and because I know one of the things I heard from parents is well how what about this? There's going to be a big backup. It really isn't. That is a long drive and if you've driven [clears throat] it, which I have, >> it's it will fit a lot of cars and drop
121off in the middle school be 20 cars at a time that students can drop off and go. So, it just it just made me feel really good as a a parent as well as a um superintendent of just the work that has gone into this. I don't think people realize the amount of details that we are responsible for to make this from the time that we signed the papers, right, and said, "Let's go to the time that we're about to open the doors." The team here and others that have just done an amazing job. I I feel very confident that it will be a smooth opening and just appreciate the work that our team has done. So, I'm going to give kudos to everybody that has been involved. We sit through an awful lot of
122meetings, talk a lot about a lot of things, but every little detail, and we're going to miss some, but we try to be as um detailed as we can. So, want to take a time to say that to my team. Um I uh as you may be aware, we had the last home game. Uh and um so the stadium, I don't think there's anything else being played there, at least that I'm aware of. if I even heard about playoffs or anything like that, but uh people have really enjoyed the stadium and it's just been a nice feeling there. We have a lot of upcoming events, concerts coming up um the last for the last uh time, the last harrah for some of those and and the last time in the in the old um auditorium.
123So, next Thursday I want to point out is an especially busy night uh for me. I I am going to try to hit all three, but we have the family center fall festival at Chennai for our families. um that we'll be we'll be providing some coats and >> price. You're right. It did change and I'm the one who changed it. I should know better. Sorry about that. We had it at Chennet. We moved it to Price. Um and so, uh we'll be giving out coats and winter um apparel for some some families and we'll have dinner and some festivities. So, looking forward to that. That's going to start at 5 o'clock. Then, uh Silver Lake has their trick-or- treat at 6:30 and then we have the One More Time Festival at 7. So, I'm gonna
124try to hustle and get to all of those. Um, at least an appearance at some time. >> One more time concert. >> One more time. >> 7 o'clock. Yeah, that's all Thursday night. >> Silverlakes trunk or treat is on Wednesday. >> Oh, I have it on the wrong day on my calendar. >> So, yeah, it's Thursday night. 7 o'clock. >> Well, that makes it easier. >> And then one more time. Is that Yeah, the trunk or treats on Wednesday. >> Well, glad you said that because they have it on Thursday for me. >> Are we sure that's right? I'm not that I'm questioning. >> Wednesday the 29th is okay. >> Well, I will move back. >> 30th is the one more time. Yeah. >> Okay. >> I know already. >> All right. >> 7:30 for
125me. >> Thank you. >> That brings us to our board business. Item I number one is our policies first read and Mr. Gomez is going to read through them. um this will save a little time and as he reads he's going to go over some things that were changed on them that way we don't have to circle >> section B school board governance and operations BF board policy development and adoption um this came from OSBA I this allows the superintendent [clears throat] to make technical corrections um we changed language because we didn't like it in policy committee um OSBA suggested that the superintendent just be able to make the corrections. Um we wanted uh the superintendent to be able to make the corrections but then submit them to the board for final adoption. Um that
126way if there's anything that we ever were in disagreement with, we could then not approve those changes. And then there also is a change here that allows additional circumstances in which policies could be approved with only one reading. Section D, fiscal management. DBD, budget planning. This is because we have the four-year forecast instead of five. DE, revenues from tax sources. It's recognition. There's the less types of levies now um because of the veto override. DJC, bidding requirements. There's a special um piece in there about school buses. DLC, expense reimbursement. This is to align our policy with a new opinion from the Ohio Ethics Commission. Section E, support services, EBC, emergency management and safety plans. Um, the new law on cell phones requires us to include in our safety plan um how we would permit students
127to use their phones in times of emergencies. EA, student transportation services. This relates to our use of vans for transportation. EAC, school bus safety program. also relates to our use of vans. EAC-R student conduct on district managed transportation also about vans. EAC D drug testing for motor van drivers and district personnel required to hold a commercial license u relates to vans. New policy EACD-R2 drug testing for motor van drivers because we use vans. E A non-rine use of school buses and motor vans again because of vans. EHA district records commission records retention and disposal. This is including a new definition on public records um that was adopted in law. EHC cyber security. This came out of the budget bill and um this is the same language as a resolution we previously voted on that Mr.
128Hutch brought to us. Section F, facilities development, FD tax issues. There's a new procedure on placing issues on the ballots outlined in that policy. Section G, personnel, GBQ, criminal records checks that relates to our van drivers. GCI, professional staff assignments and transfers. Um, it relates to how the superintendent can do placements, but this would not apply to our district until new contracts are approved. And that's new collective bargaining contracts, not just teacher contracts. >> IG AE Health Education. Oh, I forgot to write what that one was for. I missed one. I knew I was going to miss one. >> There's a lot. >> We'll come back to that one. Um, IGBB programs for students who are gifted. Um, this is a change in legal language only, but there's modifications to come to our gifted programs
129in relation to this, and Miss Hman will be updating those um, in the future. IGB, reading skills assessments and interventions, third grade reading guarantee, and IGB-R, reading skills assessments and intervention, third grade reading guarantee. um you can no longer write into an IEP or 504 an opt out of the third grade reading guarantee co IGD co-curricular and extracurricular activities and IG DJ interchool active interchoolastic athletics apologies those both relate to um homeschooled students participation in those activities iplomas for special circumstances Um, this is a local policy change and it allows us to um, existing language allows us to award diplomas to veterans of foreign wars that may have missed their graduation. And new language um, allows us to give them out in special circumstances as well as postumously and with board of education approval only.
130And there's a special circumstance um that may come to us once this is approved. Ika grading systems relates to weighted grading scales. Um if we use grading weighted grading scales which we do at the high school um they has to be in accordance with state law. Ike promotion and retention of students uh includes a new definition of truency. IKE acceleration says that advanced learning opportunities must be provided as required by law. IKF graduation requirements uh relates to a new pathway for financial literacy. IND/INDA school ceremonies and observances/patriotic exercises. Um it includes language on constitution day and the observance of it. This is an existing requirement. It's OSBA is just asking us to include it in our policy since it's already required. Section J students JCBB interist open enrollment. It's adding clarity on the definition of
131students that meet the 10% um absences in a year. Jed student absences and excuses. um inclusion of eight hours for drivers education training as an excused absence per law. Jeda truency uh includes procedures for working with the juvenile court for current students and that absence intervention plans are not required anymore. JEDC religious expression days. Um all this is is a change of the numbering of the Ohio revised code. JFB release time for religious instruction. This is a change required by the law and it says that it must be allowed up to one class period equivalency per week. JFCK use of cell phones and electronic communication devices by students. Um I'd invite you to um read that policy in full because we spent a lot of time on that. We had um Mr. Smith and Mr.
132Oswald present on that as well. As you know, the state law is changing again in regards to this and in our reading of it and understanding of it and based on um what our principles at the 612 level offered, we're going to a policy starting at the new building in January of no cell bell to bell. So that means they won't be able to use them in passing periods at lunchtime or in studying halls. Those are the permitted times now that they're allowed to use their cell phones. So, it'll be that no cell build. It's the easiest way to say it. And we also added language um that they just cannot be seen. So, um we talked a lot about how sometimes students have them in their pockets. It's not really an issue if they
133have them in their pocket as opposed to their locker or their backpack. And with the inclusion of um the them being able to use them should there be an emergency, it's kind of more helpful if they're permitted to have it on their person, but we don't want to see it because if we see it, that means they're most likely trying to violate the policy in some way. So seeing an outline of a phone in a pocket, that's not a problem. We're not upset about that. We just don't want to see the student pull out the phone at any point during the day. So, we're working on that and then once it's approved, there'll be a lot of communication about how that will be in the new building and the changes. Um, but as both principles
134said, it's not been a huge issue. And then the other thing that they've heard a lot is, um, is it going to overwhelm staff if people are calling the main office? And they said they haven't had any issues with that that they can report on. >> I would hope not. I mean, we had 850 just per grade level. >> Yeah. >> So, yeah, it's a lot less now. >> I think it would. >> JHG reporting child abuse and mandatory training. Uh, it per state law, there's more options now for providers of sexual abuse prevention training. Um, section K, school community relations, KBA, public's right to know. It defines records as public records only. Okay. And then back to health education, it just talks about opt out or opt-in provisions and making sure we're following all
135those required under state or federal law. There was that um US Supreme Court decision that came over the summer about parents abilities to opt out. Um OSBA is pretty sure that everything in the Parents Bill of Rights House Bill 8 already covers that in the state of Ohio. They just suggest this language to make sure our policies are fully compliant with that. And that's everything. It's a lot, but we want to provide those explanations to be as clear as possible. >> Thank you, Mr. Gomez, and thank you to you and Mrs. Schaefer for all your work. I'm sure that was not a short evening on the policy. >> It was not short. It was fun and I learned a lot. >> It was over two hours, but we were surprised. It didn't feel like two
136hours. >> Yeah, it was fun. I learned a lot. >> Item two is future agenda items. Anyone have anything that they would like to add onto our already heavy? >> I don't have anything additional. >> Do you want me to tell you what we have so far? I just went Yeah, I went through the draft. So, November 12th, we didn't have anything scheduled. >> Um, I will be able to do a very a brief strategic plan update. That'll be the day after our first meeting. So, that actually is timely. Um, we do have a full-blown strategic plan. Um, well, full-blown, but it'll be more in depth on January 28th. So, um, but so that's the only thing we have for November 12th. November 19th, uh, we have an open enrollment discussion. December 10th, program of
137studies. And then just to back up what we learned tonight, um, I think we said November 19th will be boundaries, >> correct? >> And the 10th, too. >> And the 10th. And also on the 10th we'll have um wellness they do their annual presentation. >> Okay. Okay. >> All right. >> So what? December 10th looks pretty full. >> Um I think also November 19th will be pretty full. If we need uh probably November 12th would be a decent evening if there's something anyone needs to have addressed between now and then. Could you say those one more time for me please? >> Sure. November 12th is strategic plan. >> That's the quick update. >> The quick update. Okay. November 19th will be open enrollment and boundaries. >> Okay. Boundaries. >> December 10th program of studies boundaries
138and wellness. Then January 28 have an executive session on the >> We will have an executive session. Yes. >> So that'll make that Yeah. >> Okay. I think that's enough. >> Okay, I'll make those. >> Thank you. >> Item three, committee reports. >> Miss White. Oh. Um, yes, the teacher clarity um DT met. Um, they did a lot really in that time. Um they looked at ready which means are the ready position sitting up being ready to go. Um being prepared and focusing eyes on a speaker [clears throat] eye contact with the speaker actively listen and how does that look and how would you model that? Digging deeper again for teachers to go into something a little deeper and then your turn. Um wait for your moment to speak and then speak and make sure
139that you're respectful doing so. So that was one part of it. Um, another thing that they did was talk more a little bit bit more about efficacy and if you remember what that means, it's a teacher's belief in his or her ability to positively impact student learning is critical to actual success or failure in a teacher's behavior. So um again, what does that look like? What is it? Um they went through um some how do we communicate effective efficient efficiently or effectively um and then research that shows what um self efficacious I hope I said that right teachers do um and so they of course continuously um try to learn more and improve and they seek um professional learning they set attainable goals and so on and so on. Um so they went through that
140and then they partnered up the schools and then they um [clears throat] looked at um a at a group objective whatever that might be and they engaged in that. How does that align? What's the pacing and so on to get that um alignment which you know equals kind of growth or strength. So when you look at that and pacing what is the why the engagement strategy summary again I'm not going to read all of this because it's a lot but they really did look at things like that. Um and then also readiness when students you you wait until they're ready and they're actually looking at you before you start. Um and then um student engagement again the eyes forward sitting up in your seat. It's that body um behavior which really is like I think
14190% of communications is body language. Um so really getting into that discussion and you know how does that look and so on. Um I think that was well there's a lot more but you know again um they did go into chronic absence and early warning dashboard and how do they use that regularly and what does that look like and how do they plan to use it this year and then the core three practices of trajectory changing schools the belonging the consistency and the coherence that are needed to put them on the right track. So, that was that. And then the gifted um committee also met and basically we just kind of went back over our goals. We wanted to be more transparent and have good communication. The webs are um again being relooked and are
142more interactive. Um we're trying to pair with counseling to include some of those options for parents and so on. a menu of differentiation options for high school teachers so that they can go in and see you know how can this kid doesn't get this how can I differentiate the instruction to make sure that they can um more seal which is um the um wellness and how they're feeling the um emotional um intelligence and then also planning for spelling bee and the reading and writing festival and book clubs for the elementary which just I love it I am So glad there's book clubs at the elementary school. For math, they didn't forget math. The 24 game, this is um 25 math game season two. They have district tournaments on Saturday, January 17th at Preston Elementary. And
143out of district competition will be February 12th at CPPley Fairon. And then there's the math club with Mrs. I I don't Is it Minky Mike? I I'm not sure. But that's for the gifted third through fifth grade. The L ELLL enrichment, spelling B and writing workshop. So poetry was at Bolic. Um and then they did the writing workshop at Robert's. And then they also had practicing artists come in to speak with those kids. So that was really neat that they did that. And there's a bunch of things that the roots of American music song writing workshops. Um Eerie Inc. poetry and essay workshops and stop the hate writing contest. So that was kind of things that they are implementing for our gifted kids and it just was really um interesting all that um we are
144doing to help with our gifted students. >> Thank you Miss White. [clears throat] >> And that was your student achievement liaison not your 6 through 12? Yes. G for DT and the gifted though because it's kind of both. >> Yeah. >> Thank you. >> Right. Um, athletics and activity. You didn't have >> We have a meeting set at the end of November. >> Okay. And board policy committee. I think we covered that in detail. So, I'm going to uh skip over to business alliance council, Mr. Harris. >> Yeah, we uh met last Tuesday. Um it was a little bit of a smaller group [clears throat] um this time around but uh you know still good presentations. We had a uh presentation u mental health services update. Um again just hearing some of the uh you
145know I'm always just uh amazed by the numbers that Miss Merkel gives out about the family uh center and you know the just the donations, the grants uh the families we have served. It's just it's just incredible. Um and then uh we also got a presentation on student internships and how folks involved in that organization can get involved um and providing internships uh and then look with a focus on looking at how middle schoolers uh can get uh get start getting interested in our CTE program as well. So but yeah, it was it was a very good meeting. Um Dr. Celico love the 9 to 10 change we made. It's fantastic. know it's a little bit more fit in there, [laughter] but I know I always had to leave at like 10 a.m. because I
146had to run to a meeting. So, but no, it was great. Did I miss anything shaker? >> Uh, no, I was going to I like how she put in there some of the things that some of the things that were like board initiatives that she put in there. uh the wellness coordinate, the addition of the wellness coordinator position, 11 school counselors, three school social workers, the attendance liaison, embedded mental health provider. So that that kind of pointed out the things that that we're working together as a board to add in um and I I was thankful that she added those in so the community members that were involved in the business alliance were able to see what we're doing together. >> And we had a question I think I don't know if it was at
147that meeting or the last meeting. Dr. Celico about mental health support. So, I'm glad we were able to >> provide that up. >> That's probably why she That's perfect. Yeah. >> So, one of the things we did was we did a survey with the business uh council and asked them what things they would like to accomplish this year and what things they would like to learn more about and one was the mental health and the other was the career connections which is why I had the two speakers. >> Yeah, I was very informative. [clears throat] >> Thank you. District wellness committee. Do you have a meeting coming up or scheduled >> in the new year? >> New year. And I have finance committee in November and foundation and alumni association. Dr. Celico, do you want
148to just give a real quick anything? >> Um, >> oh my goodness. Yeah, I was trying to think. Oh my goodness. I have to like recall what we talked about. Um, >> other than the switching of the hands of the presidency, >> we did that was a big item. You can switch that. [clears throat] >> We have it'll be Karen Scoffield and Kathy Moffet will be handling that. Um, I gave a report on what, you know, what's been happening in the district. We talked a little bit about um the the opening and the new tours and and let them know about those things. We actually accomplished. We got through our agenda. Oh, they talked about it's coming back to me now. All these meetings I go to probably hundred in a week. Um the video
149they did a video um went through the high school. So they hired a videographer is I believe um and he went through and uh took some footage. They were really excited about that and um they shared shared that out and um that was about it. I had to leave early myself. So >> thank you. >> And Mr. mayor's legislative. >> Yeah, Miss M. Stoycoed a couple of the the the pieces of legislation I was going to talk about. House Bill 186, which did pass uh in the House today. Um and I don't get a lot of opportunities to actually sit and watch that live. I did both of those and you know, taking in a lot of what both sides were saying. Um and let me I I wrote down some stuff here. So um
150you know h basically with this house bill uh 186 you know again limits future growth for 20 mil floor districts to inflation um half Ohioans who don't live in 20 mil districts will see no change in property tax the other half will see $13 savings a month about $13 in savings a month where we're going to see the biggest here is our out of state investors uh who are going to see thousands of dollars in relief monthly from this so there was amendment that was trying to Uh Rep. Troy tried to uh propose there to replace the 2.5% owner occupied credit with a thousand dollar credit. That was uh that failed. But um it was interesting to like I said, I don't really get >> Did it fail or was it late on the table?
151>> It was laid on the table. Yes, it was laid on the table. Um so and then House Bill 335 again that passed as well caps growth of inside millage at the rate of inflation. Um this again, it's not relief. um requires districts um especially those not at the 20 mill floor to go to the ballot more um again this is a savings uh for corporations and uh and investors uh as well and it was brought up by a representative I I I can't remember who it was that said you know it's not going to keep if you think this is going to keep folks from wanting to put property tax on the ballot it's not I mean it's it's very um what we're facing here with abolishing property taxes is uh about a$20 billion
152loss to local at the local um it's going to be detrimental. Um and I I these band-aids they keep presenting the band-aids that are coming down the pike here are uh just that they're band-aids. Um so we're going to have a leaky ship as long as we keep doing that. And then um >> it's important too that that includes all so that includes even um we had an attorney speak last week at one of our um presentations but um that includes like your your debt service. So, let's say they abolish, there are going to be severe legal challenges to doing that because >> uh for example, for us, Huntington >> and our bond that we took out, that means abolishing all of it. Bond levies, operating levies, permanent [clears throat] improvement, everything. We still owe
153that money >> to Huntington and they're going to take issue with the fact that that taxpayers are no longer paying that if we abolish taxes. So there's going to be that's one of the things there going to be some severe like big legal challenges and it could just turn out to be a mess. But you know we have another 30 some or 50ome years on on owing that and [laughter] agreed [clears throat] and that would also be part of what's eliminated >> things we don't think about. >> True. you know, >> one of the schools involved in this conversation. I think the schools are involved in this conversation. >> Void would make a lot of contracts. >> I'm not a lawyer, but >> contract lawyers are going to have a lot of fun because it's
154all those OFCC contracts are contingent upon having a permanent improvement >> levy. >> So, we're going to have a lot of fun with that if that passes. But, >> and then Senate Bill 93, um, as Mr. mentioned as well, you know, that eliminates local control taxes, uh, creating a uniform system where state collects and distributes all education funding. Um, it also does a couple other things. One major change would be countywide busing systems. Instead of each district operating its own fleet, one transportation network would serve every public and charter school in the county. Uh, the idea to save money in pulling driver, the idea is to save money and pull drivers. Um, but we could easily stop transporting charter school students if we want to save some money. Um, and then, uh, also as well,
155um, Senate Bill 93 would also make open enrollment mandatory across Ohio, allowing students to attend schools outside their home districts if there is space available. So, um, yep. A lot of stuff coming through there. >> Does it define what space available means? >> Um, we'll have to look it up. >> Yeah, we'll have to look that up. >> I haven't heard much on that. We did learn about this and we all of course find it quite absurd. I don't know where they're going to find space. I mean, I know we get to define space, but no, they they haven't talked too much about that. >> And I just want to reiterate what Mr. Stoyo said as well, just uh let's um try to continue reaching out to our legislators and asking folks, our neighbors, our
156friends, our family members to do that as well because it's going to impact everybody. >> I don't think that one will gain traction. No, >> I don't think it'll go anywhere. I just feasibilitywise, it just it just can't be done. Again, very important to watch when when you vote to vote for people that are supporting public schools. >> That brings us to Miss White, your comments. >> Okay, [laughter] >> I could have saved that. >> That was one comment. You get two. We have a little more tonight, but I was going through our notes and I just wanted to give some shoutouts to a few people. Um the Dr. Heron math update was really interesting algebra support course. Um they did some um they put teams together and and discussed um how the students are
157responding to some of the structure of the course where the students work well collaboratively and are showing improvement in confidence and interest because they are collaborating more. So I thought that was really good a step moving forward. And the eighth grade team is also um looking at using more formative um assessment information and gathering that and seeing how they can improve. But they are requiring their students to problem solve, communicate [clears throat] and collaborate. So that I think that is again the right way that we are going in our programs. And then the science update interested me too because the teachers are navigating the shift toward a more student centered instructional appro approach. A key focus is gaining a deeper understanding of the five E which is engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate. So I
158think you know that will might that might help students take more risks and self-discovery. I think it's a good way to for us to go. I think we're getting where we need to be. Um, so those two things were very very um uplifting to me. And then also um I wanted to give a shout out to Mr. Hutch um since he visited Lincoln um a few weeks ago and he started to make time for some of the fourth grade students there. He made an agreement with one of them and he took that student to um as his VIP guest at Lambert Stadium on Friday night. and it was a great experience and he's going to do this more with um Richardson as well. So, I just wanted to give a shout out to that. All
159these good things that you know people are doing, our teachers, our staff, it is it it's on the right track and the right way to go. I also wanted to mention our music program earned national recognition once again. Um it was honored with um the best communities for music education designation from the NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education for the eighth year in a row. Now in its 26th year, the best communities for music education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students. And so that that again eighth year in a row that is just something to be so proud of for our kids. And finally I did make it to >> like a tradition. >> It is now. Yeah.
160Because eight years that's something. It really is. And so we're just so proud of our students, our staff, our teachers. They just do an awesome job. And I think pointing out some of these things is good for the community to know. Um, I also, um, made it out to the football game, the last one. And when I ran for school board, I always thought of it as a uh, privilege and a um, service to the community that I grew up in that I love so much. And so I didn't expect any special things or privileges and that never occurred to me. But when I went to that stadium and I had a little parking spot so I could walk pretty close, it it made it because I'm 72. I mean, I'm getting up there. I'm
161not that bad yet. I hope I'll be around for a few more years, but I mean it, you know, it does take time. And that was so special. But the other thing that was even better than that was that I got to go on the field at halftime and watch my grandson perform in that band. And I just can't tell you how grateful, appreciative I am for being able to do that. It was wonderful. Just absolutely wonderful. I also want to give and thank you whoever did that. Whoever all of you, I don't know, but it was wonderful. I hope I can do that again next year. Probably be my last one. Football season, I think. Maybe not. I don't know. We'll see. But any rate, I just greatly appreciate it. I went home that
162night and I actually cried. I God, that was fantastic. I just did. I had tears because I could actually see Parker out there on the field and it was just wonderful. Thank you very much. I also want to give one final shout out to the cheerleaders. I did get to sit almost right in front of them and of course my former student is their coach so you know that's great. But any rate that they cheered their heart out >> and I don't think we say that often enough. You know that they even when our team is so far behind it's they're not going to win. You know that. But those cheerleaders just give it their all. And I just sat there and watched them just cheer out. I mean they're from their heart just keep
163going the whole night. It was great. Um, so good job for those cheerleaders, too. So, that's all I have. [laughter] >> Thank you, Miss White. That's a lot. I didn't have an article, so >> I [clears throat] had a lot to make. [laughter] >> I don't even know how I'm going to follow that all the wonderful things that you just shared and said, >> um, I really don't have a lot to follow other than, um, I know a lot of events were mentioned. Um, November 7th is the middle school bonfire also. So, I just wanted to put that out there as well. And, um, wanted to say thank you to Mr. Gomez for running the meeting last time and also for all of you for kind of um, holding down the board. I know I've
164had a lot of health issues the past couple weeks, but I am on the mend and I was not able to attend the final game, but I did was able to attend um other events at the new stadium that have happened so far this year and you know that sense of pride and being there and it's it's it is >> Oh yeah, the lights flashed when they made a touchdown. I mean, very memorable. Um, >> I did, however, even though I wasn't feeling well enough to go to the final game, I did pay $3 to drive up and drop my daughter off to meet her friend's family at the door [laughter] and drive back out and waved at them. So, actually, our swim coach was Will was taking the money and who I know and
165he's like, "Didn't you just pay $3 to park?" just giving you some money, a donation, just dropping a kid off. Um, but >> that's all I have. I'm looking forward to The Crucible as well. You know, it's the one final >> the final one act at the this high school, so I'm excited for that. >> Hey, Mr. Gumas. >> Yeah. Uh, Mrs. Schaefer and I had a lot of fun at Richardson Trunk or Treat. Um, we had a setup mostly thanks to Mrs. Schaefer um where they walked a physical plank to get their candy and >> it was we had a lot of fun. We have three more to go. Uh three more trunk or treats to go cuz four four of our schools do it. So, we're excited for that. Um and then for
166our elementary kiddos to have uh their fall parties as well. And then I just wanted to share a few things from the DLT teacher clarity um because I was really inspired reading some of this stuff. So if you'll indulge me, this is from the high school in Preston. Um they said the environment that you create within your classroom drives the success. And then from Price in the middle school, they said all the teacherbased teams have put the thought into the work and everyone is enjoying it. They also said overall at both levels there appears to be a large amount of buyin with the engagement strategy and teachers are experiencing the results. Um at Richardson and Dwit they said vocabulary in the art room and exposure to wit and wisdom artwork in the art room is
167a wonderful opportunity to work crosscurricularly. And at Lincoln and Silverlake uh they said buildings are working with either Dr. Wilong or Dr. her to grow teacher professional expertise and grow student achievement and they're working on craft perfection. And they said, "El students are benefiting from hearing new vocabulary than using it in their own responses." I was really truly inspired reading all of these things um that come directly from our teachers and all of our buildings and I just kept thinking what um Miss Hman says that this can be our breakthrough year. And when you read things like that um from our teachers, you really do believe it. So truly was inspired. Read it several times. And then just um reading about these three core practices of trajectory changing schools. Um belonging. Schools create an emotional
168climate for learning that activates students ability to excel. Consistency. Schools deliver consistently good teaching and grade level content for all students. and coherent schools build a unified and structural program and set priorities that are clear for all. I got really excited when I read that cuz like those are goals within our strategic plan in that last part for steering to student achievement. So I got really excited because I'm like we're working on all of those things. So I was truly really inspired and I wanted to share that out so more of our community could hear about that. >> Moving in the right direction. [clears throat] >> Thank you Mr. Yeah, it's awesome. Mr. Harris. >> Oh, yeah. Uh, just congratulations to our graduate, our staff star awardee, uh, Preston Elementary School, and to our top
169tigers. Uh, I only have one thing here. Um, I was just very honored and I was able to, uh, attend a, uh, military service for a former graduate, um, Kyoga Falls High School, uh, Sergeant Harold Weaver. I'm just going to about Mr. Weaver here real quick. Harold M. Weaver was born in September 4th, 1917 in Kyoga Falls to Lewis Rollin and Marie Patterson Weaver. Harold graduated from Ka Falls High School and was attending Kin State University at the time of his enlistment into Marine Corps in 1941. Harold fought overseas the battle of Guadal Canal and the battle of Pelu where he was wounded. After his quick recovery, he was promoted to platoon sergeant in time to land in Okinawa. On May 4th, 1945, the Japanese military launched a massive counterattack against the American lines. The
170bombardment killed at least 15 men in Love Company alone. The bodies were collected and buried. Some were so badly mangled as to be unidentifiable. In 2023, the Defense P MIA accounting agency DPAA determined remains found in 2016 were that a platoon sergeant Harold Weaver last or Saturday, October 11th, after 80 years, uh, Mr. Weaver was laid to rest as a hometown hero. So, uh, it was I just wanted to share that it was a beautiful a beautiful service. Um I I I just um welcome home uh Mr. Weaver. So and just thank you to all the folks who uh will be serving who are serving uh and who have served. Just thank you. >> So yeah, >> thank you Mr. Harris, M. Schaefer. >> Well, as Mr. Gomez had said, we did the trunk or
171treat at Richardson and um our theme was the pirate walk the plank and I I wanted to comment how many parents walked the plank as well. [laughter] Um, so it wasn't just children walking the plank. There were parents also. Um, and I did use reclaimed wood, so it was a little bit wobbly. So, it was kind of an adventure. Um, [laughter] um, our last home game was this past Friday. Um, and I got to do the large, it's like a 50 yard flag, um, >> with the alumni band. And um Mr. Hutch got a video of it. So the first time ever I've seen it from like above like way above. It was really cool. It looks tiny from the air. It looks It feels gigantic when you're holding it on the field, but tiny
172from above. So that was that was very cool. And um got a busy couple weeks kind of so many events coming up for the next few weeks. So very some exciting few weeks. Thank you. Item J is adjournment. It is recommended that the board of education adjourns this meeting. So >> Mr. Doy, please call the role. >> Miss Coco, >> I. >> Mr. Gomez. >> Hi. >> Mr. Harris. >> Hi. >> M.