Meeting Details
March 16, 2026
6:00pm
0 min
Crestview Middle School Assembly Room
Purpose
N/A
1.
Preliminary Items
Opening Prayer
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Call to Order
Roll Call
Dr. Brennan ____ Mr. Eichelberger ____ Mr. Kissel ____ Mrs. Reidy ____ Mrs. Tucker____
Minutes
All Board members were present
3.
Agenda Corrections
Minutes
N/A
4.
Approval of Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda ____as presented or ____with corrections.
MOTION___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Approved the agenda as presented.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President
Seconded: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
5.
Correspondence
Minutes
N/A
6.
Hearing of the Public
(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.)
*Per 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
N/A
7.
Reports to the Board
Superintendent's Report
7.1
Harper Dinsmore - Eagle Scout Project
Minutes
Harper Dinsmore presented his Eagle Scout Project for beautification of gazebo.
7.2
Catherine Puster - New Math Curriculum
New Math Curriculum - Catherine Puster, Director of Educational Programs
Minutes
Catherine Puster presented the new math curriculum to the Board. This will be brought to the Board at the April regular board meeting for approval.
7.3
Chad Lemon - District Communication
Minutes
Chad Lemon presented proposed new district communication update.
8.
Board of Education Meeting Minutes
Recommend Board approval of meeting minutes for:
- February 9, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting
- February 16, 2026 - Special Board Meeting Work Session
- February 26, 2026 - Special Board meeting Work Session
MOTION___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President
Seconded: Dr. David Brennan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
9.
Treasurer's Items
(Items: 9.1 to 9.3)
MOTION___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Approved Items: 9.1 to 9.3
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
9.1
Financial Statements
Recommend Board approval of the Financial Statements for February 2026.
9.2
Resolution Accepting the Amounts and Rates as Determined by The Budget Commission
Recommend Board approval of resolution accepting the amounts and rates as determined by the Budget Commission and authoring the necessary tax levies and certifying them to the county auditor.
9.3
Donations and Grants:
Recommend Board approval of the following donations and grants:
- $2,600 from Athletic Boosters (Baseball/Softball Communication Technology)
- $13,000 from Athletic Boosters (Wrestling Competition Mat)
- $100.00 from Edward/Carrie Blum (Archery Fund)
- $121.00 from Clay Memorial Lutheran Church (K-4 Elementary Supplies)
10.
Superintendent's Report and Recommendations
(Items: 10.1 to 10.10)
MOTION___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Approved 10.1 to 10.10
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member
Seconded: Dr. David Brennan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
10.1
Certified Personnel Hire
Recommend Board approval of the following certified personnel hire, one (1) year limited contract, 184 days, compensation will be based upon teacher's (CTA) negotiated contract, effective with the 2026-2027 contract year; contingent upon a successful (B.C.I./F.B.I.) criminal background screening, and a valid Ohio teaching license from Ohio Department of Education & Workforce and verification of experience:
- Joseph M. Lenczyk, 4th Grade Teacher, zero (0) years' experience, Bachelors
- Emily Crossen, Elementary Intervention Specialist Teacher (Moderate/Intensive), four (4) years' experience, Masters
10.2
Certified Salary Adjustment
Recommend Board approval of salary advancement for the following certified teaching personnel:
- Rachel Rufener, Bachelors + 15 to Masters, effective with the 2026-2027 contract year
10.3
Certified Substitute Teacher Personnel
Recommend Board approval of hiring the following substitute teachers on an as needed basis from the list provided by Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2025-2026 school year:
- Kami Baker
- Carson Ingram
- Samuel Kime
- Madelynn Lariscy
- Michael Mateer
- James Wilt
10.4
Classified Substitute Personnel
Recommend Board approval of the following as classified substitute personnel for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Jessica Risner, Substitute Educational Aide
10.5
Summer 2026 Cleaning, Custodial/Maintenance/Mowing Personnel
Recommend Board approval of the following for 2026 Summer Cleaning Personnel, compensation will be according to the Summer work compensation rates, contingent upon a clear criminal background check and completion of required documents:
- Tom Howman, up to twelve (12) weeks, seventeen (17) years' experience, Summer Custodial/Maintenance/Mowing
- Colton Oliver, up to twelve (12) weeks, two (2) years' experience, Summer Custodial/Maintenance/Mowing
- Emma Aumend, up to twelve (12) weeks, three (3) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Caitlyn Cultip, up to twelve (12) weeks, two (2) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Liam Kuhn, up to twelve (12) weeks, one (1) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Kaden Stutz, up to twelve (12) weeks, one (1) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Gunner Onie, up to twelve (12) weeks, zero (0) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Tristan Owens, up to twelve (12) weeks, zero (0) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- Kaleb Fultz, up to twelve (12) weeks, zero (0) years' experience, Summer Cleaning
- David Gibbs, up to twelve (12) weeks, zero (0) years' experience, Summer Cleaning & Mowing
10.6
Volunteer Coaches
Recommend Board approval of the following Volunteer Coaches for the 2025-2026 school year, contingent upon state certification and/or requirements applicable to the position:
- Rebecca Kidney, Volunteer Varsity Track Coach
10.7
J & B Acoustical, Inc. - Middle School Classroom Doors
Recommend Board approval of proposal quote # 26075 R from J & B Acoustical, Inc., for middle school band room door repair and eighteen (18) classroom door replacements; cost $27,326.00, paid through FY26 Permanent Improvement Fund.
10.8
Martin Public Seating - Kindergarten Classroom Desks
Recommend Board approval of quote # 10855-0 from Martin Public Seating for kindergarten classroom desks; cost $20,704.42, paid through FY27 General Fund.
10.9
Standard Plumbing & Heating - Indirect Hot Water Tanks - High School
Recommend Board approval of quote # 26-074 from Standard Plumbing and Heating for installation of indirect hot water tanks at high school; cost $26,840.00, paid through FY27 General Fund.
10.10
ParentSquare Communication Service Agreement
Recommend Board approval of service agreement, Q-11483-R1, with ParentSquare for school-home communication platform, effective April 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
11.
Items for Discussion
Minutes
N/A
12.
Items from the Board
Minutes
Mrs. Tucker recognized junior Naomi Gearheart on securing the OHSAA Girls Division 145-pound State Wrestling Championship this past Sunday.
13.
Executive Session
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___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Time entered into Executive Session: 06:52 PM
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President
Seconded: Dr. David Brennan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
14.
Adjournment
Time Meeting Adjourned:____: ____PM
MOTION___SECOND___ Dr. Brennan___ Mr. Eichelberger___ Mr. Kissel___ Mrs. Reidy___ Mrs. Tucker___
Minutes
Time Meeting Adjourned: 08:47 PM
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Debbie Reidy, Board Member, President | X | ||
| Dr. David Brennan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Doug Eichelberger, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. David Kissel, Board Member, Vice President | X | ||
| Mrs. Jessica Tucker, Board Member | X |
