March 18, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting

1. Preliminary Items
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Opening Prayer
Pledge of Allegiance


2. Call to Order
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

1. Roll Call

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

All Board members were present


3. Agenda Corrections
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President
  1. Add to Reports to the Board:  Tim Kuhn, Report on BSN and New Balance contracts.

4. Approval of Agenda
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Motion to approve the agenda         as presented or         with corrections.

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Approved the agenda as presented with corrections.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Bill Bolin, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

5. Correspondence
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Minutes

Thank you card was shared with the Board from the Larry Rader family.


6. Hearing of the Public
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

(Attendees must register their intention to participate in the public portion of the meeting upon their arrival at the meeting with the Board Treasurer or designee. Public Participation at Board Meetings Form is available at each board meeting and on the district website.)
*Section B, File BDDH of the Crestview Board of Education Policy Manual. In order for the Board to fulfill its obligation to complete the planned agenda in an effective and efficient fashion, a maximum of 30 minutes of public participation may be permitted at each meeting. Each person addressing the Board shall give his/her name and address. If several people wish to speak, each person is allotted three (3) 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. Persons desiring more time should follow the procedure of the Board to be placed on the regular agenda. The period of public participation may be extended by a vote of the majority of the Board, present and voting.

Minutes

  1. Nathan Godsey, high school staff teacher and Head Wrestling Coach, spoke regarding health and safety concerns with wrestling practice area.  Asking the board to consider a dedicated area for the wrestling program where they do not have to continuously move mats, keep bacteria from mats and limit time lost in practice for set up and tear down.
  2. Stephanie Kososky, parent, spoke concerning discipline issued to her child.
  3. Josh Johnson, parent, spoke supporting Mrs. Kososky's concerns.
  4. Becky Weaver, parent, spoke on CCP/Awards/Weighting of Grades

7. Reports to the Board
  1. Tim Kuhn - Report on BSN and New Balance
  2. Superintendent's Report

Minutes

  1. Mr. Tim Kuhn gave a report on BSN Sports and New Balance agreement opportunity for the athletic program.  The Board will review shared information and respond at a later date.
  2. Superintendent's Report:

Mrs. Kim Bajko spoke giving recognition and congratulations to Naomi Gearheart on her accomplishment's as a female wrestler.  As an 8th grader she won the Junior High State Wrestling Championship and  finished her impressive freshmen campaign with a 5th place at the State Girls Wrestling Tournament.  Mrs. Bajko also thanked Coach Steve Eagle on his 14 years as middle school wrestling coach. 

Mrs. Reidy commented on behalf of the Board, congratulating Naomi on her accomplishments.  Mrs. Reidy also thanked Mrs. Bajko for her years of service and dedication to the Crestview Local School District and wished her the very best in her retirement this year. 

Mr. Jim Grubbs gave a report on upcoming summer projects for the district:  Concrete Bid opening was on March 15 with board recommendation coming to the Board soon.  Boiler Bid opening is scheduled for March 29, looking at asphalt sealcoating, LED lighting for cafeteria and halls, stadium speaker upgrades, fire panel and security upgrades.

Mrs. Reidy gave a report on DLT (District Leadership Team) where she participates as board liaison.  The DLT has three main areas: Goals, Leadership, Teacher.  DLT has been participating in classroom walkthroughs at the ES/MS/HS buildings to learn best practices and UDL- Universal Design Learning.  It was inspiring to see all the great things happening in our classrooms.  

Mr. Bill Bolin commented giving recognition and congratulations to senior Caleb Cunningham, on recently winning the Heavy Weight State Wrestler Championship.  


8. Board of Education Meeting Minutes
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Recommend Board approval of meeting minutes for:

  1. February 12, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting
  2. February 26, 2024 - Special Board Meeting/Work Session

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Bill Bolin, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

9. Treasurer's Items
Mrs. Robin Klenk, Treasurer

(Items:  9.1 through 9.2)

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Approved Items 9.1 through 9.2.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Dr. David Brennan, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

9.1 Financial Statements

Recommend Board approval of the Financial Statements for February 2024.


9.2 Amounts and Rates Budget Commission

Recommend Board approval of resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the budget commission and authorizing the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the county auditor.


10. Superintendent's Report and Recommendations
Mr. James Grubbs, Superintendent

(Items:  10.1 through  10.5)

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Approved 10.1 through 10.5

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President

Seconded: Mr. Bill Bolin, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

10.1 Student Fundraisers

Recommend Board approval of the following student fundraisers for the 2023-2024 school year:

  1. Class of 2025, Prom Ticket Sales, March 18-28 / April 9-17, 2024
  2. FFA - Student Labor Auction - March 7, 2024
  3. FFA - Greenhouse Sales - February-May 2024
  4. Crestview Drama Club - Spring Play Ticket Sales - March 15-17, 2024

10.2 2024 Summer Cleaning Personnel

Recommend Board approval of the following as 2024 Summer Cleaning Personnel, compensation will be according to the 2024 Summer Work Compensation Rates, contingent upon a clear criminal background check and completion of required documents:

  1. Thomas Howman, up to twelve (12) Weeks, fifteen (15) years' experience, non-student rate
  2. Karter Goon, up to twelve (12) Weeks, one (1) years' experience, student rate
  3. Vic Staley, up to twelve (12) Weeks, zero (0) years' experience, non-student rate
  4. Caitlyn Cutlip, up to six (6) Weeks, one (1) years' experience, student rate
  5. Katlynn Branham, up to six (6) weeks, zero (0) years' experience, student rate

10.3 Classified Substitute Personnel

Recommend Board approval of the following as classified substitute personnel for the remainder of the 2023-2024 school year:

  1. Nathan Betts - Substitute Custodial Cleaning Personnel
  2. Peyton Collins - Substitute Aide:  Educational, Library and Playground 

10.4 School Volunteers

Recommend Board approval of the following Volunteers for the 2023-2024 school year, contingent upon requirements applicable to school volunteers and a clear criminal background check:

  1. Tyler Dick - Volunteer Fellowship of Christian Students
  2. Bobby Brown - Volunteer Fellowship of Christian Students

10.5 Classified Resignations

Recommend Board approval to accept the following resignations from classified personnel:

  1. Cathy Fulk, Cafeteria Personnel, effective April 30, 2024; for retirement purposes
  2. Lisa Godare, Cafeteria Personnel, effective March 18, 2024; for retirement purposes

11. Items for Discussion
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Minutes

Dr. Dave Brennan gave a report on academic achievement - he recently spoke to Mr. Chris Gilbert, elementary principal, where CES is using new goals through iReady program and PBIS.  Mr. Gilbert is planning a glow in the dark party as a PBIS reward.


12. Items from the Board
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Recommend Board approval of superintendent's contract.

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Result: Approved

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

13. Executive Session
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

WHEREAS, as a public board of education may hold an executive session only after a majority of a quorum of this board determines by a roll call vote to hold such a session and only at a regular or special meeting for the sole purpose of the consideration of any of the following matters:

To consider one or more, as applicable, of the check marked items with respect to a public employee or official:

  • Appointment
  • Employment
  • Dismissal
  • Discipline
  • Promotion
  • Demotion
  • Compensation
  • Investigation of charges/complaints (unless public hearing requested)

To consider the purchase of property for public purposes or for the sale of property at competitive bidding.

Conferences with an attorney for the public body concerning disputes involving the public body that are the subject of pending or imminent court action.

Preparing for, conducting, or reviewing negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or other terms and conditions of their employment.

Matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or rules or state statutes.
Specialized details of security arrangements where disclosure of the matters discussed might reveal information that could be used for the purpose of committing or avoid prosecution for a violation of the law.

To hear grievances brought before the Board at Level Three (Board Level) by OAPSE Local #775 or the Crestview Teachers Association.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Crestview Local Board of Education, by a majority of the quorum present at this meeting, does hereby declare its intention to hold an executive session on item(s) Highlighted as listed above.

Time entered into Executive Session:         :         PM

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Time entered into Executive Session:  06:59 PM

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President

Seconded: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX  

14. Adjournment
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President

Meeting Adjourned at:         :         PM

Motion                                Motion

Bolin            Brennan            Kissel            Reidy            Tucker

Minutes

Returned from Executive Session and Meeting Adjourned at:  08:48 PM

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Bill Bolin, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, PresidentX  
Mr. Bill Bolin, Board MemberX  
Dr. David Brennan, Board MemberX  
Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice PresidentX  
Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board MemberX