MOESC Regular Board Meeting

1. Call to Order

Vice-President Theaker will call the December 2022 meeting to order.


1.1 Roll Call

Treasurer Earnest will call the roll.

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VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

1.2 Pledge of Allegiance

Vice-President Theaker will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.


1.3 Moment of Personal Reflection

2. Commendations

That the Board presents a commendation to the following Mid-Ohio ESC Board of Governors for their service.

Richard Prater, 7 years of service

Margaret Prater, 7 years of service 

Minutes

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Brad Geissman, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

3. Recognition of Guest(s)

Bill Hope

Spencer Shipman

Erin Stine


4. Executive Session

To consider the appointment of a public employee or official per ORC 121.22. 

Time: ________ p.m. 

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The Board went into Executive Session at 12:05 p.m. 

Vice President Theaker invited Bill Hope, Erin Stine and Spencer Shipman to attend.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Brad Geissman, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

5. Return from Executive Session

Time:________ p.m.

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The Board returned to Regular Session at 12:28 p.m. with all members present.


6. Approval of Minutes

The Vice President will call for corrections and a motion to approve the November 16, 2022 Regular Meeting minutes.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

7. Approval of Adjustments/Adoption of the Agenda

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

8. Reports

8.1 Superintendent

8.2 Board Members

8.3 Executive Director of Business & Innovation, Steve Earnest

Please see the attached written report.


8.4 Executive Director of Achievement & Leadership, Dr. Mark Burke

Please see the attached written report. 


8.5 Director of Teaching & Learning, Carrie Wood

8.6 Director of Student Services, Jennifer Crum

8.7 Director of Grants & Special Projects, Amy Wood

9. Financial Report

A.  November 2022 Financial Report (attachment)
 

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Brad Geissman, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

10. Superintendent Recommendations - Operational Action

Minutes

Items 10.1 through 10.18

Item 10.3  The Board approved Doug Theaker as President Pro Tempore for the 2023 Organizational Meeting.  Brad Geissman was approved as back-up President Pro Tempore, if needed.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

Seconded: Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

10.1 Board of Governors Resignations (attachments)

That the Board approve the following resignations from the Mid-Ohio ESC Board of Governors and their appointment to the Pioneer CTC Board:

Margaret Prater, effective December 20, 2022

Richard Prater, effective December 20, 2022


10.2 Resolution of Appointment to Knox County Career Center

That the Board approve the resolution of appointment to Knox County Career Center for Mr. William C. Hope for a three-year term, commencing on January 1, 2023 and expiring on December 31, 2025. 


10.3 Appointment of President Pro Tempore for Organizational Meeting

That the Board approve _________ as President Pro Tempore for the 2023 Organizational Meeting. _________ will be appointed as back-up President Pro Tempore if this becomes necessary. 


10.4 Authorize Membership to the Galion-Crestline Chamber

That the Board approve membership with the Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce for FY 2023.


10.5 RESCIND - Agreement for Services - Crestline Exempted Village School District

That the Board rescind the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village School District and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Board Certified Behavior Analyst services, by Michaela Hermes, BCBA, effective beginning November 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.


10.6 New District Member Service Agreement (attachment)

That the Board approve the attached R.C. 3313.843 service agreement between Clear Fork Valley Local School District and Mid-Ohio ESC effective July 1, 2023. 


10.7 Agreement for Service - Clear Fork Valley Local Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Clear Fork Valley Local School District and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Board Certified Behavior Analyst services, by Michaela Hermes, BCBA, effective beginning December 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.


10.8 Agreement for Service - Mansfield City Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Mansfield City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide as-needed Speech Language Services, effective beginning November 17, 2022, through June 30, 2023


10.9 Amended Agreement for Service - Mansfield City Schools & Mansfield St. Peter's (attachment)

That the Board approve the revised three-way service agreement between Mansfield City School District, Mansfield St. Peter’s School, and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide guidance counseling, math coaching, and speech language services, effective August 15, 2022 through June 30, 2023.


10.10 Amended Agreement for Service - Northmor Local Schools (attachment)

That the Mid-Ohio ESC will provide RBT Supervision and *BCBA services to Northmor Local Schools beginning August 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023.


10.11 Agreement for Service - North Central Ohio ESC & Shelby Sacred Heart (attachments)

That the Board approve the agreement between Shelby Sacred Heart & North Central Ohio Educational Service Center, for Intervention Specialist services, to be provided by Tiffany Stout, Intervention Specialist, effective beginning July 1, 2022, through August 30, 2022


10.12 Agreement for Service - Ashland University (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Ashland University (Clyde-Green Springs Schools) and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide Co-Teaching Professional Learning Workshops during the 2022-2023 school year


10.13 Agreement for Service - Ohio Heartland Community Action Commission - Crawford County (attachments)

That the Board approve the Interagency Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding between Ohio Heartland Commission, Crawford County and Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2022-2023 program year.


10.14 Agreement for Service - Ohio Heartland Community Action Commission - Morrow County (attachments)

That the Board approve the Interagency Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding between Ohio Heartland Commission, Morrow County and Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2022-2023 program year.


10.15 Agreement for Service - Ohio Heartland Community Action Commission - Richland County (attachments)

That the Board approve the Interagency Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding between Ohio Heartland Commission, Richland County and Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2022-2023 program year.


10.16 Job Description (attachment)

That the Board approve the attached revised Job Description for the Director of Human Resources and to authorize the Superintendent to post and advertise the position.


10.17 Salary Schedules for 2023-2024 (available for review)

That the Board approve the revised salary schedules for 2023-2024 reflecting a 2.5% base increase on all salary schedules. Said Salary schedules are to be made a part of the Board file.


10.18 Updated Substitute/Tutor List 2022-2023 (available for review)

That the Board approve the updated Substitute Teacher/tutor List for the 2022-2023 school year.


11. Superintendent Recommendations - Personnel Action

Minutes

Items 11.1 through 11.3

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Brad Geissman, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

11.1 Employment Contracts

That the following personnel contracts be approved effective for the 2022-2023 contract year (contingent upon client service agreement, administrative/fiscal agent agreements and/or on receipt of grant funds, proper certification/licensure and completed background check). 

NAME, POSITION, CONTRACT TYPE, LENGTH

Valeri Hairston, Speech Language Pathologist CFY Supervision (amended to include direct service), $55/per hr., on an as needed (time sheet) basis, as approved by administration, effective September 1, 2022. 

Morgan Mansfield, RBT Behavior Consultant (Lexington), Limited Non-Teaching, 1yr/104 days


11.2 Supplemental Contracts - Amended

That the Board amend the following supplemental contracts for the 2022-2023 school year.

Jolene Edwards, from $40 per/hr., to $2,500 - Ready for Hire Site Coordination 

Vanessa Wagner, from $40 per hr., to $2,500 - Ready for Hire Site Coordination 


11.3 Supplemental Contracts

That the Board approve the following supplemental contracts for the 2022-2023 school year.

Beth Gildenmeister, per diem - Occupational Therapist, additional workdays (time sheet) on as needed basis (Colonel Crawford)

Nicholas Goodwin, $35 per/hr. - Ready for Hire Teacher 

Julie Kruger, per diem/up to 6 days - Speech Language Therapist 

Kristine Minnick, per diem - Occupational Therapy Assistant, additional workdays (time sheet) on as needed basis (Colonel Crawford)

Deanna Payne, $35 per/hr - Youth Development Specialist

Reba Rice, $35 per/hr. - Ready for Hire Teacher 

Katie Richards, per diem - Occupational Therapy Assistant, additional workdays (time sheet) on as needed basis (Galion City)

Michelle Webb, per diem - Occupational Therapist, additional workdays (time sheet) on as needed basis (Galion City)


12. Discussion

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Items 12.1 and 12.2

The Board approved the resolution to appoint Bill Hope to fill the unexpired term held by Margaret Prater(Richland County).

The Board approved the resolution to appoint Erin Stine to fill the unexpired term held by Richard Prater(Richland County).

The Board approved the resolution of appointment to the Pioneer C&TC board of Erin Stine (unexpired term replacing Richard Prater, commencing January 1, 2023 and expiring December 31, 2024) and Spencer Shipman (3-year term replacing Margaret Prater, commencing January 1, 2023 and expiring December 31, 2025).

 

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. Brad Geissman, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. William McFarland, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX  

12.1 Resolution of Appointment to Mid-Ohio ESC Board of Governors Board

That the Board approve the resolution of appointment of William Hope to fill the unexpired term held by Margaret Prater (Richland County) expiring on December 31, 2023. 

That the Board approve the resolution of appointment of Erin Stine to fill the unexpired term held by Richard Prater (Richland County) expiring on December 31, 2024.

 


12.2 Resolution of Appointment to Pioneer Career & Technology Center

That the Board approve the resolution of appointment to Pioneer Career & Technology Center of Spencer Shipman to fill a three-year term, commencing on January 1, 2023 and expiring on December 31, 2025. 

That the Board approve the resolution of appointment to Pioneer Career & Technology Center of Erin Stine to fill the unexpired term held by Richard Prater, expiring December 31, 2024. 


13. Adjournment

Time:______________p.m.

Minutes

Vice President Theaker declared the meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
Mr. William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Mrs. Glenna Plotts, Board MemberX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Mr. Doug Theaker, Board Vice PresidentX