MOESC Regular Board Meeting

1. Call to Order

President Theaker calls the December 20, 2023 meeting to order.


1.1 Roll Call

Treasurer Earnest will call the roll.

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VoterYesNoAbstaining
William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. William Hope, Board MemberX  
Linda Schumacher, Board Member   
Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Glenna Plotts, Board Vice PresidentX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Doug Theaker, Board PresidentX  

1.2 Pledge of Allegiance

President Theaker will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.


1.3 Moment of Personal Reflection

2. Recognition of Guest(s)

Michael Richter, Facility Manager 

Linda Schumacher


3. Board Appointment

That the Board approve the appointment of Linda Schumacher to fill the unexpired term held by Erin Stine (Richland County), effective December 2, 2023 through December 31, 2025.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. William Hope, Board MemberX  
Linda Schumacher, Board Member   
Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Glenna Plotts, Board Vice PresidentX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Doug Theaker, Board PresidentX  

4. Oath of Office for Newly Appointed Member

Treasurer Earnest will administer the Oath of Office to Linda Schumacher. 


5. Approval of Minutes

The President will call for corrections and a motion to approve the November 15, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes.

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Result: Approved

Motioned: Mr. William Hope, Board Member

Seconded: William McFarland, Board Member

VoterYesNoAbstaining
William McFarland, Board MemberX  
Mr. William Hope, Board MemberX  
Linda Schumacher, Board Member  X
Brad Geissman, Board MemberX  
Glenna Plotts, Board Vice PresidentX  
Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board MemberX  
Doug Theaker, Board PresidentX  

6. Approval of Adjustments/Adoptions of the Agenda

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Result: Approved

Motioned: William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Brad Geissman, Board Member

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

7. Reports

7.1 Superintendent

7.2 Board Members

7.3 Executive Director of Business & Innovation, Steve Earnest

Please see attached written report.


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

7.5 Director of Literacy, Carrie Wood

7.6 Director of Student services, Jennifer Crum

7.7 Director of Grants & Special Projects, Amy Wood

7.8 Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Reed

7.9 Director of Leadership and Learning, Amber Clay-Mowry

8. Financial Report

A. November 2023 Financial Report (attachment)
 

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Result: Approved

Motioned: William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member

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

9. Board Initiated Business

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Items 9.1 and 9.2

Result: Approved

Motioned: William McFarland, Board Member

Seconded: Glenna Plotts, Board Vice President

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

9.1 Board of Governors Resignations (attachments)

That the Board approve the resignation of Spencer Shipman from his appointment to the Pioneer CTC Board, effective December 11, 2023. 


9.2 Appointment of President Pro Tempore for Organizational Meeting

That the Board approve _________ as President Pro Tempore for the 2024 Organizational Meeting. _________ will be appointed as back-up President Pro Tempore if this becomes necessary. 

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Doug Theaker will serve as President Pro Tempore and Glenna Plotts will serve as the back-up.


10. Superintendent Recommendations - Operational Action

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Items 10.1 through 10.21

Result: Approved

Motioned: Brad Geissman, Board Member

Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member

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

10.1 Educational Aide and RBT Salary Schedule for 2023-2024 (attachment)

That the Board approve the Educational Aide and RBT Salary Schedules for 2023-2024. Said salary schedule is to be made part of the Board file.


10.2 Rescind - Agreement for Service - Foundation Academy

That the Board rescinds the agreement between Foundation Academy and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Speech Language services, effective beginning October 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.


10.3 Amended Staffing Agreements (attachment)

That the Board approve the following amended staffing agreements for the 2023-2024 school year.

Lexington Local Schools

Mansfield Christian


10.4 Amended Service Agreement - Mansfield City Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the AMENDED agreement between Mansfield City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide additional Speech Language Services, effective beginning September 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, to be provided by SLP, Tessie Wakefield.


10.5 Amended Service Agreement - Shelby City Schools & Shelby St Mary School (attachment)

That the Board approve the AMENDED agreement for service between Shelby City Schools (Client A) & Shelby St. Mary School (Client B) and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide Speech Language Therapy services, effective beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.


10.6 Agreement for Service - Bucyrus City Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Bucyrus City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide English Tutoring services, effective beginning November 27, 2023, through June 30, 2024.


10.7 Agreement for Service - Hillsdale Local Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Hillsdale Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide English Tutoring services, effective beginning December 18, 2023, through June 30, 2024.


10.8 Agreement for Service - Tomorrow Center (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between The Tomorrow Center and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide one Crisis Prevention Intervention Refresher training, effective beginning December 11, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024.


10.9 Agreement for Service - EJ Therapy (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between EJ Therapy, LLC, and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Orientation & Mobility and Mentoring services, effective beginning December 5, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.


10.10 Agreement for Service - Upper Sandusky Schools (attachment)

That the Board approve the agreement between Upper Sandusky Exempted Village Schools (Mansfield LEAP Program) and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Occupational and Physical Therapy services, effective beginning November 21, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.


10.11 Agreement for Service - State of Ohio, Department of Education and Workforce (attachment)

That the Board approve the First Amendment to Agreement for Services between the State of Ohio, Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) and Mid-Ohio ESC, to amend the Appendix and add Appendix B for FY24 -FY25.


10.12 Agreement for Service - Crestline EVS Schools (attachment)

That the Board approves the agreement between Crestline EVS and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ReadOhio project supports, effective beginning September 1, 2023 and ending May 30, 2024.


10.13 Agreement for Service - Elyria Schools (attachment)

That the Board approves the agreement between Elyria Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ReadOhio project supports, effective beginning September 1, 2023 and ending May 30, 2024.


10.14 Agreement for Service - Monroeville Schools (attachment)

That the Board approves the agreement between Monroeville Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ReadOhio project supports, effective beginning September 1, 2023 and ending May 30, 2024.


10.15 Agreement for Service - Summit Academy Community School for Alternative Learners- Lorain (attachment)

That the Board approves the agreement between Summit Academy Community School for Alternative Learners- Lorain and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ReadOhio project supports, effective beginning September 1, 2023 and ending May 30, 2024


10.16 Agreement for Service - Willard City Schools (attachment)

That the Board approves the agreement between Willard City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ReadOhio project supports, effective beginning September 1, 2023 and ending May 30, 2024.


10.17 Settlement Agreement & Repayment Plan (attachment)

That the Board approve the settlement agreement and repayment plan between Mindy Wymer and Mid-Ohio ESC per the attached agreement, effective January 1, 2024.


10.18 Community School Sponsorship Contract - Findlay Digital Academy (attachment)

That the Board approve the Community School Sponsorship Contract for Findlay Digital Academy for three years. The sponsorship contract for Findlay Digital Academy will expire on June 30, 2027.


10.19 Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

That the Board approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding with the South Central Ohio Educational Service Center to provide regional training and support for districts, which includes targeted professional development and technical assistance related to understanding and using attendance data for improvement. 


10.20 Purchased Services Agreement (attachments)

That the Board approve the following purchased services agreements.

Lucas Beekman, $750, to provide student workshop during Artapolooza

Lucas Beekman, $200, to provide art evaluation for the Gifted Department

Kelli Cofer, $35/hr., to provide SPARC Ready for Hire grant services After School II (teacher)

Linda Wilson, $200, to provide art evaluation for the Gifted Department


10.21 Updated Substitute/Tutor List 2023-2024 (available for review)

That the Board approve the updated Substitute Teacher/tutor list for the 2023-2024 school year.


11. Superintendent Recommendations - Personnel Action

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Items 11.1 through 11.3

Result: Approved

Motioned: Glenna Plotts, Board Vice President

Seconded: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member

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

11.1 Amended Contracts

That the Board approve the following amended contracts.

Julie Kruger, Speech Language Pathologist, 155 days to 142 days (Limited Teaching)

Chelsi Lohr, Long Term Substitute (F.I.R.S.T.), Individual Service, amended to Limited Teaching, 1yr., 130 Days

Aurora McVey, Educational Aide, 186 days to 174 days (Limited Non-Teaching)

Katie Richards, OTA, 177 days to 131 days (Limited Teaching) 


11.2 Employment Contracts

That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the 2023-2024 contract year (*contingent upon client service agreement, administrative/fiscal agent agreements and/or on the receipt of grant funds, proper certification/licensure and completed background checks.
NAME. POSITION, CONTRACT TYPE, LENGTH

Charis Bower, English Language Tutor, Limited Teaching, 1 yr., 118 days 

Deshanna Kennard, Paraprofessional/IDEA, Individual Service, $18.00 per hr., 1 yr., as-needed timesheet 

Shyanne Wolfe, RBT, Limited Non Teaching, 1 yr., 102 days 


11.3 Supplemental Contracts

That the Board approve the following supplemental contracts.

Scott Brown, $35/hr., to provide SPARC Ready for Hire grant services After School II (teacher)


12. Adjournment

Time: __________ p.m.

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President Doug Theaker declared the meeting adjourned at 1:23 p.m.

Result: Approved

Motioned: Glenna Plotts, Board Vice President

Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member

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