FEDERAL HOCKING LOCAL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
May 20, 2014
Federal Hocking Secondary School
6:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3
B. ROLL CALL…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE……………………………………………………………………………………………….3
D. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND SCHOOL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS*………………………………3
E. COMMITTEE REPORTS…………………………………………………………………………………………………..3
F. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS………………………………………………………………………………………….3
CONSENT AGENDA……………………………………………………………………………………………………….4
1. MINUTES……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
2. TREASURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS…………………………………………………………………….4
3. EMPLOYMENT……………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
4. RESIGNATION……………………………………………………………………………………………………...4
5. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS……………………………………………………………………………...... 5
6. FIELD TRIP APPROVAL………………………………………………………………………………………...5
7. OHIO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP……………………………...... 5
8 . BOARD POLICY FIRST READING…………………………………………………………………………...5
9. 2014 GRADUATES………………………………………………………………………………………………...5
10. HONOR ROLL……………………………………………………………………………………………………..6
OLD BUSINESS…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...7
NEW BUSINESS……………………….…………………………………………………………………………...... 8
EXECUTIVE SESSION…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9
MOTION TO ADJOURN………………………………………………………………………………...... 9
A. CALL TO ORDER
Place______, Time______
B. ROLL CALL
Mr. Elasky ______, Mr. Green ______, Mr. McGuire ______,
Mr. Torrence ______, and Mr. Young ______
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE BY ______
D. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND SCHOOL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS*
E. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Bill Elasky, Board Policy Chairman
First Reading of Policies: BCFA, BFC, GBEB, GDM, IGB, IIAD, IKC, IKFA, JFCB, JFI, JHFA, KB, KFA, KJA, KNAJ, KNAK, KNAN, KNB, KNC, KND, LD, LE, LH, BDC, EEAD, GCD, GCD-P,
IGBEA-R, IGD, IGDJ, IGDK, IKE, JECBC, JEB , JEBA, AFC-1 (Also GCN-1),
GCN-1 (Also AFC-1), GCN-2-R (Also AFC-2-R), AFC-2-R (Also GNC-2-R)
F. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a) Mary Mitchell, Coolville Principal
Cliff Bonner, MS/HS Principal
Lisa Imel, Amesville Principal
b) Dr. George Wood, Superintendent, Federal Hocking Local Schools
c) Bruce Steenrod, Treasurer, Federal Hocking Local Schools
*Individuals or groups who wish to speak to the Board will be recognized as set forth in the Board agenda. After recognition, the spokesperson must identify himself and the topic on which he wishes to speak. Generally, the presentation will be limited to five minutes. The chair reserves the right to limit the number of individuals or groups who will be recognized to speak.
Individuals and groups are encouraged to bring their concerns to the attention of the members of the Board or the appropriate employees of the school district in a timely fashion in between meetings to provide an opportunity to address them in a timely fashion.
If several people wish to speak, each person will be allotted three minutes until the total time of 30 minutes is used. During that period, no person may speak twice until all who desire to speak have had the opportunity to do so. The period of public participation may be extended by a vote of the majority of the board. Each person addressing the Board will give his name and address.
Persons desiring more time should follow the procedure of the Board to be placed on the regular agenda.
Board Policy: KD
CONSENT AGENDA
1. MINUTES
Recommend approval of the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held on
April 22, 2014 as submitted by the Treasurer.
Attachment Pgs. 10 thru 17
2. TREASURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommend approval of the financial packet for April 2014 as submitted by Mr. Steenrod.
Recommend approval of the 5-Year Forecast as submitted by Mr. Steenrod.
Recommend that we accept a donation of computer equipment from Holzer Health System.
Recommend that we accept a donation of two computers from the Amesville Village Council.
Recommend that we accept a donation of two computers from the Athens County Prosecutor’s Office.
Recommend that we accept an Athens Foundation Grant in the amount of $2,531.00 for the Amesville Art Program to fund an Empty Bowls project.
Recommend that we accept a donation of $1,000.00 from the Amesville PTO.
3. EMPLOYMENT
Recommend that we employ Lindsey Landers as a tutor for the 2013-2014 school year at $20.00 per hour not to exceed 5 hours per week plus mileage.
Recommend that we employ Erin Ripple as a tutor for the 2013-2014 school year at $20.00 per hour not to exceed 5 hours per week plus mileage.
4. RESIGNATION
Recommend that accept, with regret, the resignation of Rebecca Lydy effective at the end of the 2013-2014 school year, after 18.5 years with the District.
5. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Recommend approval of the following substitute teachers as recommended by Rick Edwards, Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center Superintendent:
Substitute Teachers: Taylor Hale, Heather Hare, Barbara Hayes, Ashley Wiseman
Substitute Aides: Samantha Riley, Michael Ward
6. FIELD TRIP APPROVAL
Recommend approval of the Federal Hocking Adventure Club rafting trip to Glenn Jean, West Virginia on May 30, 2014.
Recommend approval of the Federal Hocking High School Art Club and Drama Club overnight field trip to the Nelsonville Music Festival on May 30, 2014 thru June 1, 2014.
7. OHIO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
Recommend that we adopt the following resolution from the Ohio High School Athletic Association:
The Federal Hocking School Board hereby authorizes Federal Hocking Secondary School (Middle School and High School) to be a member of the OHSAA and agree that this school will conduct their athletic programs in accordance with the Constitution, Bylaws, Regulations, interpretations and decisions of the Ohio High School Athletic Association. This resolution shall remain in effect for the school year 2014-2015.
8. BOARD POLICY FIRST READING
Recommend that we approve the first reading of the following Board Policies:
First Reading of Policies: BCFA, BFC, GBEB, GDM, IGB, IIAD, IKC, IKFA, JFCB, JFI, JHFA, KB, KFA, KJA, KNAJ, KNAK, KNAN, KNB, KNC, KND, LD, LE, LH, BDC, EEAD, GCD, GCD-P,
IGBEA-R, IGD, IGDJ, IGDK, IKE, JECBC, JEB , JEBA, AFC-1 (Also GCN-1),
GCN-1 (Also AFC-1), GCN-2-R (Also AFC-2-R), AFC-2-R (Also GNC-2-R)
9. 2014 GRADUATES
Recommend approval of the 2014 Federal Hocking High School candidates for graduation.
Attachment Pg. 18
10. HONOR ROLL
Recommend approval of the Federal Hocking High School Honor Roll for the fifth six-weeks of the 2013-2014 school year.
Attachment Pg. 19
Recommend approval of the Federal Hocking Middle School Honor Roll for the fifth six-weeks of the 2013-2014 school year.
Attachment Pg. 20
“I MOVE TO APPROVE THE ITEMS LISTED ON THE CONSENT AGENDA”
MOTION BY______, SECOND BY______
Vote: Mr. Green______, Mr. McGuire______, Mr. Torrence______,
Mr. Elasky______, and Mr. Young______. Motion ______
OLD BUSINESS
- Mr.______moved, seconded by Mr.______that the Board
adopt the 2014-2015 school calendar as presented by school administration.
Federal Hocking Local Schools
2014-15 Calendar
August 14: New Teacher Orientation
August 15: Teachers’ First Day and Open House in All Schools
August 18: First Day for Students
August 29: Professional Development Day, No School for students
September 1: No School, Labor Day
November 26-December 1: No School
December 22-January 2: No School
January 19: No School, M. L. King, Jr. Day
February 13-February 16: No School, Presidents’ Day
April 6-April 10: Spring Break
May 1-May 4: No School
May 22: Last Day for Students
May 24: Graduation
May 26: Teacher Work Day
May 27-29: Professional Development Days
Calamity Day Make Up Days
- If any days are missed prior to February 6, School will be in session on February 13th.
- If any days are missed prior to April 24, School will be in session on May 1st and 4th.
- Up to four additional days after using any eligible days from the above list will be waived by the District.
- Any additional missed days will be made up beginning May 26th. (Note: These will not be in lieu of the Teacher Work Day or Professional Days.)
Vote: Mr. McGuire______, Mr. Torrence______, Mr. Elasky______,
Mr. Green______, and Mr. Young______. Motion ______
New Business
1. Mr.______moved, seconded by Mr.______that the Board
adopt the following resolution:
Preserving "Thorough and Efficient" Provision of the Ohio Constitution
WHEREAS, the constitutional provision requiring the General Assembly to secure a thorough and efficient system of common schools has held the State of Ohio to a high standard for over 160 years, and
WHEREAS, Chad Readler, chair of the Education, Public Institutions & Miscellaneous and Local Government Committee of the Ohio Constitutional Modernization Commission, has proposed to remove the standard of "thorough and efficient" from the Ohio Constitution, and
WHEREAS, we believe this would essentially remove any checks and balances that otherwise would be exercised by the judicial branch of government, be it therefore
RESOLVED, that the Federal Hocking Local School Board, strongly opposes the removal of the words "thorough and efficient" from Article VI, section 2 of the Ohio Constitution, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the "thorough and efficient" clause be strengthened by adding a provision that each Ohio student shall have the fundamental right to high quality educational opportunities, and be it further
RESOLVED, that this resolution be forwarded to all members of the 130th General Assembly, the Governor, State Board of Education, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Members of the Ohio Constitutional Modernization Commission, other state officials and the media.
Vote: Mr. Torrence______, Mr. Elasky______, Mr. Green______,
Mr. McGuire______, and Mr. Young______. Motion ______
- Mr.______moved, seconded by Mr.______that we renew the contract of Mary Mitchell as Coolville Elementary Principal and State and Federal Projects Coordinator for three years at a salary of $ 83,000.00.
Vote: Mr. Elasky______, Mr. Green______, Mr. McGuire______,
Mr. Torrence______, and Mr. Young______. Motion______
- Mr.______moved, seconded by Mr.______that, effective with the 2014-2015 school year, we reduce the following:
· Two full time aides
· Two half time aides
· The .7 Speech Therapy position
Vote: Mr. Green______, Mr. McGuire______, Mr. Torrence______,
Mr. Elasky______, and Mr. Young______. Motion______
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. ______moved, seconded by Mr. ______that we convene into executive session to discuss ______.
Vote: Mr. McGuire_____, Mr. Torrence _____, Mr. Elasky _____,
Mr. Green _____, and Mr. Young _____. Motion ______.
Mr. ______moved, seconded by Mr. ______that we are out of executive session, where we discussed ______.
Vote: Mr. Torrence_____, Mr. Elasky _____, Mr. Green _____,
Mr. McGuire_____, and Mr. Young _____. Motion ______.
Convene at ______; Reconvened at ______with ____ members present
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. ______moved, seconded by Mr. ______that we adjourn this meeting.
TIME______
Vote: Mr. Elasky_____, Mr. Green_____, Mr. McGuire_____,
Mr. Torrence_____, and Mr. Young ______. Motion______
FEDERAL HOCKING LOCAL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
April 22, 2014
Federal Hocking Secondary School
6:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER
Place Secondary School Library, Time 6:00pm
B. ROLL CALL
Mr. Elasky Present, Mr. Green Present, Mr. McGuire Present,
Mr. Torrence Present, and Mr. Young Present.
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE BY Cliff Bonner.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Resolution #033-14
Mr. Young moved, seconded by Mr. Torrence that we convene into executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of a public employee and to consult with legal counsel.
Vote: Mr. Green, Yes, Mr. McGuire Yes, Mr. Torrence Yes,
Mr. Elasky Yes, and Mr. Young Yes. Motion Passed.
Resolution #034-14
Mr. Young moved, seconded by Mr. McGuire that we are out of executive session, where we discussed the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of a public employee and to consult with legal counsel.
Vote: Mr. McGuire, Yes, Mr. Torrence Yes, Mr. Elasky, Yes,
Mr. Green, Yes, and Mr. Young, Yes. Motion Passed.
Convene at 6:01pm; Reconvened at 8:45pm with Five members present
D. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND SCHOOL RELATED ORGANIZATIONS*
*Individuals or groups who wish to speak to the Board will be recognized as set forth in the Board agenda. After recognition, the spokesperson must identify himself and the topic on which he wishes to speak. Generally, the presentation will be limited to five minutes. The chair reserves the right to limit the number of individuals or groups who will be recognized to speak.
Individuals and groups are encouraged to bring their concerns to the attention of the members of the Board or the appropriate employees of the school district in a timely fashion in between meetings to provide an opportunity to address them in a timely fashion.
If several people wish to speak, each person will be allotted three minutes until the total time of 30 minutes is used. During that period, no person may speak twice until all who desire to speak have had the opportunity to do so. The period of public participation may be extended by a vote of the majority of the board. Each person addressing the Board will give his name and address.
Persons desiring more time should follow the procedure of the Board to be placed on the regular agenda.
Board Policy: KD
Erin Ripple, Sonja Coble, Brad Kasler and Kizzi Elmore-Clark spoke on the calendar
E. COMMITTEE REPORTS
None
F. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
a) Mary Mitchell, Coolville Principal
Cliff Bonner, MS/HS Principal
b) Dr. George Wood, Superintendent, Federal Hocking Local Schools
Enrollment, school calendar, financial outlook
c) Bruce Steenrod, Treasurer, Federal Hocking Local Schools
Financial Outlook, ODE desk review, proposed insurance increase, Architects
CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution #035-14
1. MINUTES
Recommend approval of the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting held on
March 18, 2014 as submitted by the Treasurer.
2. TREASURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommend approval of the financial packet for March 2014 as submitted by Mr. Steenrod.
Recommend that we accept $50,000.00 from the Mathematics Coaching Program at The Ohio State University which will allow the Federal Hocking Local School District to hire a high school mathematics teacher to replace Laurie Torrence who will commit her time to Math Coaching full-time for the 2014-2015 school year.
Recommend that we authorize the establishment of the following funds:
004-9014 LFI Building Fund
010-9014 Local Share CFAP Project
010-9414 State Share CFAP Project
Recommend approval of the following Transfers:
$279,340.00 from 001-9016 (Budget Reserve) to 010-9014 (Local Share CFAP Project)
$220,660.00 from 001-9016 (Budget Reserve) to 004-9014 (LFI Building Fund)
$394,402.00 from 003-0000 (Permanent Improvement) to 004-9014 (LFI Building Fund)
Recommend that we accept the FY 2014 Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources and Amended Appropriations and instruct the Treasurer to file a copy with the Athens County Auditor.
Recommend that we enter into a contract with Kennedy, Cottrell, Richards LLC for the purpose of performing an agreed upon procedures engagement on the Medicaid Cost Reports for Fiscal Years 2013 and 2014, at a total cost for the two years not to exceed $6,500.00.
3. RETIREMENT