Meeting Details
May 20, 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1 hr
Mid-Ohio ESC , 890 West Fourth Street, Mansfield OH, 44906
Purpose
N/A
1.
Call to Order
President Theaker will call the May 20, 2026 meeting to order.
1.1
Roll Call
Treasurer Miller will call the roll.
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
President Theaker will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
1.3
Moment of Personal Reflection
2.
Recognition of Guest(s)
Aaron Hinchliffe, Ohio School Boards Association
Dave Jones, Director of Community Schools
3.
Presentation
Ohio School Board Association Service Award to Brad Geissman
Community Schools
4.
Approval of Minutes
The President will call for corrections and a motion to approve the April 15, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: William McFarland, Board Vice President
Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
5.
Approval of Adjustments/Adoptions of the Agenda
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
6.
Reports
6.1
Superintendent
Mid-Ohio ESC Updates
Community School Updates
6.2
Board Members
6.3
Executive Director of Achievement & Leadership, Dr. Mark Burke
Please see attached written report.
6.4
Director of Literacy, Carrie Wood
Please see attached written report.
6.5
Director of Student Services, Eric Turlo
Please see attached written report.
6.6
Director of Grants & Special Projects, Amy Wood
Please see attached written report.
6.7
Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Reed
Please see attached written report.
6.8
Director of Leadership and Learning, Amber Clay-Mowry
Please see attached written report.
7.
Financial Report
A. April 2026 Financial Report (attachment)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: William McFarland, Board Vice President
Seconded: Brent Winand, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
8.
Superintendent Recommendations - Operational Action
Minutes
8.1 - 8.23
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, Board Member
Seconded: William McFarland, Board Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
8.1
Amended Staffing Agreement - Northmor Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the amended staffing agreement between Northmor Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide staffing services for the 2025 - 2026 school year.
8.2
Agreement for Service - Clear Fork Valley Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approves the agreement between Clear Fork Valley Local Schools, and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Autism Summer Program Services, effective beginning May 20, 2026, and ending July 2, 2026.
8.3
Agreement for Service - Crestline Exempted Village School District - Autism Summer Program (attachment)
That the Board approves the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village School District, and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Autism Summer Program Services, effective beginning May 20, 2026, and ending July 2, 2026.
8.4
Agreement for Service - Crestline Exempted Village School District - ESY (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village School District and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ESY Speech and Language Services, effective beginning May 20, 2026, and ending August 30, 2026.
8.5
Agreement for Service - Crestline Exempted Village School District - Leadership & Learning (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Leadership Supports and Learning Services, beginning August 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
8.6
Agreement for Service - Crestline Exempted Village School District - Summer Extension (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Leadership & Learning services beginning June 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2026.
8.7
Agreement for Service - Lexington Local Schools - Autism Summer Program (attachment)
That the Board approves the agreement between Lexington Local Schools, and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Autism Summer Program Services, effective beginning May 20, 2026, and ending July 2, 2026.
8.8
Agreement for Service - Lexington Local Schools - COTA (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Lexington Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide As Needed Certified Occupation Therapist Assistant (COTA) Services, effective beginning May 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2026.
8.9
Agreement for Service - Lexington Local Schools - ESY (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Lexington Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ESY Speech and Language Services, effective beginning May 20, 2026, and ending August 15, 2026.
8.10
Title IX District Service Agreements (attachments)
That the Board approve the Title IX service agreements with the following districts for the 2026-2027 school year:
Buckeye Central Local Schools
Bucyrus City Schools
Crestline Exempted Village Schools
Crestview Local Schools
Galion City Schools
GOAL Digital Academy
Highland Local Schools
Lucas Local Schools
Madison Local Schools
Mt. Gilead Exempted Village Schools
Northmor Local Schools
Pioneer Career & Technology Center
Plymouth-Shiloh Local Schools
8.11
District Contract True-Ups (attachments)
That the Board approve the following contract True-Ups with Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2025-2026 school year:
Bucyrus City Schools
8.12
Agreement for Service - Fredericktown Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Fredericktown Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Leadership & Learning, Gifted & Talented, ML/ESL Tutor, and Attendance Services, beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
8.13
Agreement for Service - Wynford Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement with Wynford Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide credentialed substitute teacher listing for the 2026-2027 school year.
8.14
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 2026-2027 program year.
8.15
Approval of Invoice Credit for Lexington Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve a one-time credit for Lexington Local schools of $2,000.00 for Mid-Ohio ESC's use of the Lexington Preschool to host a summer autism program in June 2026.
8.16
Annual Membership
That the Board approve the following annual membership:
Ohio ACTE (Association for Career & Technical Education)
8.17
Approval of Holidays
That the Board approve the following days as holiday with the Mid-Ohio ESC offices being closed for business.
May 25, 2026 (in observation of Memorial Day)
June 19, 2026 (in observation of Juneteenth)
July 3, 2026 (in observation of the 4th of July)
8.18
Board Policy - Special Update - March 2026
That the Board reject the following policy:
OPERATIONS
8500 - Food Services - Rejected
8.19
Cybersecurity Plan and Incident Response Plan (available for review)
That the Board review and approve the Mid-Ohio ESC Cybersecurity Plan and Incident Response Plan as required under Ohio Revised Code § 9.64.
8.20
Double Door - Quote from J&F Construction & Development, Inc. (attachment)
That the Board review the following quote for the Preschool - Double Door with Access Control from J&F Construction & Development, Inc.
8.21
Membership Level - Non-Public/Charter Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the Mid-Ohio ESC Membership level for non-public and charter schools for the 2026-2027 school year.
8.22
Purchased Services Agreement (attachments)
That the Board approve the following purchased services agreements.
2026-2027:
AttendanceK12, not to exceed $18,856.75/year, to provide attendance tracking software for 2026-2029 (3 years).
Lisa Audet, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Kent State University, not to exceed $1,000.00, to speak at the Mid-Ohio ESC Includapalooza 2026.
Corinna Baker, IS, $2,200.00, to provide intervention specialist services at the Autism Summer Program, beginning May 20, 2026 and ending July 2, 2026.
Chris Copper, $60/hr. on an "as needed basis", to provide administrative guidance and support for the Mid-Ohio ESC TurboCert program for the 2026-2027 school year.
Meredith Cotterill, $220.00, to speak at the Mid-Ohio ESC Includapalooza 2026.
Richard J. Cowan, Ph.D., Kent State University, not to exceed $750.00, to speak at the Mid-Ohio ESC Includapalooza 2026.
Richard Goodright, $70/hr., plus travel, to provide Title IX Consultant Services to Mid-Ohio ESC for the 2026-2027 school year.
Kaylene Love, $200/per new release, to provide PR & Marketing services as requested for the 2026-2027 school year.
Katie Rogers, $220.00, to speak at the Mid-Ohio ESC Includapalooza 2026.
8.23
Updated Substitute/Tutor List 2025-2026 (attachments)
That the Board approves the updated Substitute/Tutor list for the 2025-2026 school year for F.I.R.S.T. and Abraxas.
9.
Director of Student Services Recommendations - Operational Action
Minutes
9.1 - 9.2
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member
Seconded: Brent Winand, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
9.1
School Psychology Development Program Agreement (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement with Gabriella Johnson for participation in the School Psychology Development Program.
9.2
Speech Language Pathology Development Program Agreement (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement with Abigail Jones for participation in the Speech Language Pathology Development Program.
10.
Superintendent Recommendations - Personnel Action
Minutes
10.1 - 10.11
Result: Approved
Motioned: William McFarland, Board Vice President
Seconded: Mike Grady, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
10.1
Resignations (attachments)
That the Board approve the following resignations.
Demrie Alonzo, ML Tutor, Limited Teaching, effective July 31, 2026
Amy Close, PT Career Navigator/Orientation Specialist, Individual Service, effective April 6, 2026
Beth Gildenmeister, Occupational Therapist, Limited Teaching, effective June 30, 2026
Steve Helbert, Attendance Counselor, Individual Service, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year
Erin Jones, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Individual Service, effective July 31, 2026
Katie Richards, Occupational Therapist, Limited Teaching, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year
Mindy Wood, Occupational Therapist, Limited Teaching, effective June 30, 2026
10.2
Non-Renewal - Individual Service
That the Board approve the following Individual Service contracts be non-renewed for the 2026 - 2027 school year as a routine action taken until client districts submit service requests and/or grant funding has been secured, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year.
Miranda Farson, Educational Aide (Northmor), $21.32/hr., As-needed time sheet
Jenny Keesee, Parent Mentor, $25.25/hr. / up to 780 hours, As-needed time sheet
Deshanna Kennard, IDEA-B Paraprofessional (Mansfield Christian), $19.25/hr., As-needed time sheet
Kathleen Kochheiser, IDEA-B Paraprofessional (Mansfield Christian), $40.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Nicole Malone-Martinez, IDEA-B Paraprofessional / Title 1 Tutor (Mansfield Christian), $16.25/hr., As-needed time sheet
Leslie Newland, Occupational Therapist Assistant (St. Mary), $45.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Michele Perry, IDEA-B Paraprofessional (Mansfield Christian), $16.10/hr., As-needed time sheet
Cindy Reynolds, Title 1 Teacher (Mansfield Christian), $25.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Lindsey Schonauer-Howard, Parent Mentor, $25.25/hr. / up to 780 hours, As-needed time sheet
Ardyth Stull, Title 1 Teacher (Mansfield Christian), $23.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
10.3
Non-Renewal - Limited Teaching
That the Board approve the following Limited Teaching contracts be non-renewed for the 2026 - 2027 school year as a routine action taken until client districts submit service requests and/or grant funding has been secured, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year.
Aimee Ford, Title 1 Coordinator / Teacher (Mansfield Christian), 2 yr / 195 days
10.4
Non-Renewal - Limited Non-Teaching
That the Board approve the following Limited Non-Teaching contracts be non-renewed for the 2026 - 2027 school year as a routine action taken until client districts submit service requests and/or grant funding has been secured, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year.
Makenna Cramer, RBT (Fredericktown), 2 yr / 174 days
Brittany Grimes, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 161 days
10.5
Non-Renewal - Supplemental Contracts
That the Board non-renew all 2025 - 2026 supplemental and transition contracts at the end of the current contract year.
10.6
Amended Contracts
That the Board approve the following amended contracts.
2026 - 2027
Charis Bower, ML Tutor, Limited Teaching, 146 days to 184 days
Adalyn Farley, Speech and Language Pathologist, Limited Teaching, 78 days to 194 days
Julie Kruger, Speech and Language Pathologist, Limited Teaching, 136 days to 155 days
Chelsi Lohr, Teacher – F.I.R.S.T. School, Limited Teaching, 2 yr / 220 days
Stacie Meyers, Educational Consultant, Administrative, 200 days to 190 days
Alyssa Nugent, Educational Consultant, Administrative, 200 days to Leadership and Learning Administrator, Administrative, 200 days
Hannah Sheetz, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), Administrative, 178 days to 190 days
10.7
Employment Contracts - Administrative
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the specified 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
2026 - 2027
Cheryl Bryne, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Joanna Burk, Educational Consultant, Administrative, 2 yr / 190 days (*)
Danya Davis, Educational Consultant, 3 yr / 224 days
Chelsee Earley, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Constant Faith, School Psychologist, 2 yr / 204 days
Jolene Edwards, Principal, 3 yr / 240 days
Kevin Fourman, Educational Consultant, 2 yr / 214 days
Sarah Gorden, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Michaela Martin, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, 3 yr / 204 days
Emily Homan, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Christen Horton, School Psychologist, 3 yr / 204 days
Andrea Karpiak – Feasel, Director of Adult Education (Aspire), 1 yr / 240 days
Rebecca Kidney, Educational Consultant, 3 yr / 214 days
Barbara Kosch, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Trudi Marrapodi, School Psychologist, 3 yr / 204 days
Katherine Melaragno, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Morgan Michel, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Nikki Moscinski, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Victoria Palmieri, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Garrett Quickle, Assistant Treasurer, 2 yr / 255 days
Sherri Richter, Educational /Gifted Consultant, 3 yr / 204 days
Kathleen Rumburg, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Emily Spence, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Megan Smith, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Hannah Tateel, School Psychologist, 2 yr / 204 days (**)
Kimberly Wade, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), 1 yr / 190 days
Vanessa Wagner, Principal, 3 yr / 240 days
Steven Willeke, School Psychologist, 1 yr / 41 days
Carrie Wood, Director of Literacy, 3 yr / 214 days
(*) $5,000 signing bonus
(**) $10,000 signing bonus
10.8
Employment Contracts - Limited Teaching
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the specified 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
2026 - 2027
Katherine Anderson, Speech and Language Pathologist, 2 yr / 194 days
Jennifer Arnold, Speech and Language Pathologist, 1 yr / 194 days
Cecelia Abigail Baldasare, Pre-K Intervention Specialist, 1 yr / 184 days
Abbi Binnix, Speech and Language Pathologist, 3 yr / 194 days
Lauren Bracale (Hall), Speech and Language Pathologist, 3 yr / 194 days
Bethany Briski, Occupational Therapist, 1 yr / 194 days
Patrick Browning, Intervention Specialist, 2 yr / 220 days
Lindsay Cardwell, Associate to the Psychologist, 1 yr / 184 days
Madeline Collins, Speech and Language Pathologist, 2 yr / 194 days
Sydney Genter, Speech and Language Pathologist, 1 yr / 194 days (**)
Johanna Gilland, Special Education Consultant (SLPC Grant), 1 yr / 194 days
Rylie Goodman, Speech and Language Pathologist, 2 yr / 194 days
Aundrea Gosch, Physical Therapist Assistant, 2 yr / 111 days
Nichole Gott, Occupational Therapist Assistant, 2 yr / 111 days
Jordann Graves, Occupational Therapist Assistant, 2 yr / 184 days
Erika Gross, Occupational Therapist, 3 yr / 194 days
Joseph Hendershott, Teacher (Abraxas), 1 yr / 220 days (*)
Britney Hess, Occupational Therapist, 2 yr / 39 days
Ashley Hoffer, Occupational Therapist Assistant, 2 yr / 111 days
Rachel Jamieson, Teacher – Abraxas, 1 yr / 220 days
Caitria Karna, Speech and Language Pathologist, 1 yr / 194 days
Makayla Kuhlman, Behavior Specialist, 1 yr / 184 days
Jacob Littleton, Associate to the Psychologist, 2 yr / 160 days
Madelynn Long, Occupational Therapist, 1 yr / 194 days
Julie Loomis, Occupational Therapist Assistant, 1 yr / 184 days
Rhonda Loughman, Teacher – F.I.R.S.T., 3 yr / 220 days
Amanda Miller, Occupational Therapist, 3 yr / 194 days
Sarah Mills, Associate to the Psychologist, 1 yr / 87 days
Kristine Minnick, Occupational Therapist Assistant, 3 yr / 184 days
Christine Rogers, Speech and Language Pathologist, 2 yr / 117 days
Alison Roof, Speech and Language Pathologist, 3 yr / 194 days
Paul Salvatori, Physical Therapist, 2 yr / 194 days
Vincent Scaia, Physical Therapist, 3 yr / 194 days
Meghan Schaefer (Hadley), Speech and Language Pathologist, 2 yr / 194 days
Erin Snyder, Speech and Language Pathologist, 3 yr / 117 days
Natalie Stevens, Pre-K Intervention Specialist, 2 yr / 184 days
Nichole Strausbaugh, ML Tutor, 1 yr / 184 days
Nicole Swalley, Associate to the Psychologist, 1 yr / 184 days
Michelle Webb, Occupational Therapist, 3 yr / 194 days
Steven Wilkinson, FT Adult Education Lead Instructor (Aspire), 1 yr / 240 days
Cheryl Williams, Intervention Specialist – Abraxas, 2 yr / 220 days
Nicole Young, Orientation Specialist/Career Navigator (Aspire), 1 yr / 210 days
(*) $5,000 signing bonus
(**) $10,000 signing bonus
10.9
Employment Contracts - Limited Non-Teaching
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the specified 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
2026 - 2027
Destiny Adkins, RBT, 2 yr / 184 days
Kaylen Baker, RBT, 2 yr / 184 days
Kendal Baker, RBT, 1 yr / 184 days
Elyssa Brinkmeier, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Meaghan Clapper, RBT, 2yr / 184 days
Quenten Grace, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Grace Gregory, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Carla Handshoe, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Steven Haverdill, Attendance Counselor, 2 yr / 187 days
Gretchen Hinkle, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Linda Kaufman, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Sydney Keske, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Christine Lee, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Ellisha Lemaster, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Anita Lewis, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Morgan Mansfield, RBT, 2 yr / 183 days
Charlene McPeek, Office Manager/Data Manager, 1 yr / 210 days
Aurora McVey, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Carley Morgan, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Adalyne Patrick, RBT, 2 yr / 184 days
Tina Seiler, Executive Administrative Assistant, 2 yr / 250 days
Megan Shook, Office Manager, 2 yr / 250 days
Lorraine Sparks, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
Maryann Stiver, Van Driver (Northmor), 1 yr / 184 days
Kalin Wilburn, Grant Manager, 2 yr / 214 days
Ashley Wright, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 1 yr / 186 days
10.10
Employment Contracts - Individual Service
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the specified 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
2025 - 2026
Joseph Hendershott, Teacher (Abraxas), $50.85/hr., As-needed time sheet effective June 1, 2026
Katalina Roseberry, RBT, $18.88/hr., As-needed time sheet effective April 28, 2026
2026 - 2027
Brandelyn Arndt, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.42/hr., As-needed time sheet
Amanda Badertscher, SLP Aide, $15.52/hr., As-needed time sheet
Trisha Bell, RBT, $20.23/hr., As-needed time sheet
Penny Browning, Long Term Substitute (Abraxas), $30.46/hr., As-needed time sheet
Madalynn Corwin, Educational Aide (Northmor), $20.32/hr., As-needed time sheet
Andrea Cramer, Educational Aide (Northmor), $16.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Jennifer Crowl, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Amanda Doan, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Kathleen Goodwin, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Tracy Gray, Educational Aide (Northmor), $17.86/hr., As-needed time sheet
Rebecca Herriott, Associate to the Speech Language Pathologist, $30.46/hr., As-needed time sheet
Alexus Holmes, Long Term Substitute (Abraxas), $30.46/hr., As-needed time sheet
Hilary Hood, Occupational Therapist, $57.75/hr., As-needed time sheet
Phoebe Hupp, SLP Aide, $12.79/hr., As-needed time sheet
Christina Keever, Educational Aide (Northmor), $12.51/hr., As-needed time sheet
Peter Lehman, Long Term Substitute (Abraxas), $30.46/hr., As-needed time sheet
Crystal Lilley, RBT, $26.88/hr., As-needed time sheet
Mary Martin, Teacher, $50.65/hr., As-needed time sheet
Jack Macfarlane, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Amy Matthes, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Bayla Miller, RBT, $20.23/hr., As-needed time sheet
Janet Nelson, PT ESOL Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Brittany Pajot, Educational Aide (Northmor), $11.47/hr., As-needed time sheet
Jennifer Pennell, Educational Consultant, $52.93/hr., As-needed time sheet
Valerie Reynolds, Educational Aide (Northmor), $11.47/hr., As-needed time sheet
Solveig Root, Speech and Language Pathologist, $60.18/hr., As-needed time sheet
Roberta Roshon, Educational Aide (Northmor), $13.31/hr., As-needed time sheet
Jessica Sauer, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.42/hr., As-needed time sheet
Stephanie Shireman, Educational Aide (Northmor), $13.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Benjamin Swisher, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Nick Terry, Print Shop Manager, $45.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
Heidi Vitte, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.94/hr., As-needed time sheet
Tessie Wakefield, Speech and Language Pathologist, $57.75/hr., As-needed time sheet
Mark Wilcheck, PT ABE/HSE Instructor, $TBD/hr., As-needed time sheet
Lexie Wood, Associate to the Speech Language Pathologist, $30.46/hr., As-needed time sheet
Dalila Zamudio, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.00/hr., As-needed time sheet
10.11
Supplemental Contracts
That the Board approve the following supplemental contracts:
2025 - 2026
Katherine Anderson, SLP, FY26 per diem, to provide as needed ESY Speech and Language Services to Lexington Local Schools.
Meaghan Clapper, RBT, FY26 per diem, to provide RBT services for the Autism Summer Program.
Madeline Collins, SLP, FY26 per diem, to provide Speech and Language services for the Autism Summer Program.
Madeline Collins, SLP, FY26 per diem, to provide as needed ESY Speech and Language Services to Crestline Exempted Village School District.
Nichole Gott, COTA, FY26 per diem, to provide as needed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant services to Lexington Local Schools.
MaKayla Kuhlman, Behavior Support Specialist, FY26 per diem, to provide RBT services for the Autism Summer Program.
Michaela Martin, BCBA, FY26 per diem, to provide behavior services for the Autism Summer Program.
Roberta Roshon, Educational Aide, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Services to Northmor Local School District.
Vincent Scaia, PT, FY26 per diem, to provide Physical Therapy services for the Autism Summer Program.
Mary Ann Stiver, Van Driver, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Services to Northmor Local School District.
Kaitlin Wagner, OT, FY26 per diem, to provide Occupational Therapy services for the Autism Summer Program.
Dalilah Zamudio, Educational Aide, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Services to Northmor Local School District.
2026 - 2027
Leah Barger, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Leah Barger, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Danya Davis, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Danya Davis, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Danya Davis, Educational Consultant, $1,200 ($300/meeting), to provide District Test Network Coordination Services for the 2026-2027 school year.
Leanna Ferreira, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Leanna Ferreira, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Emily Hager, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Emily Hager, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
April Harsh, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
April Harsh, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Colleen Haynes, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Colleen Haynes, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Rebecca Kidney, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Rebecca Kidney, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Connie Massaro, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Connie Massaro, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Stacie Meyers, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Stacie Meyers, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Alyssa Nugent, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Alyssa Nugent, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Jennifer Pennell, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Jennifer Pennell, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Sherri Richter, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Sherri Richter, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Nathan Stump, $500/each, Gifted Book Study Design
Nathan Stump, $200/each, Gifted Book Study Facilitation
Vanessa Wagner, $3,000, Mentoring Services for Abraxas
11.
Director of Student Services Recommendations - Personnel Action
11.1
Employment Contracts
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the specified 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
2026-2027
Gabriella Johnson, Associate to the Psychologist, $30.46/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Abigail Jones, Associate to the SLP, $30.46/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Brent Winand, Board Member
Seconded: Brad Geissman, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
12.
Discussion
12.1
Board Policy - Review (attachment)
That the Board review and approve the following policy:
PROGRAM
2111 - Parent and Family Engagement
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member
Seconded: Mike Grady, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
12.2
Job Description (attachments)
That the Board review and approve the following job descriptions.
Human Resources Administrative Assistant
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Brent Winand, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. William Hope, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
13.
Adjournment
Time: __________ p.m.
Minutes
President Theaker declared the meeting adjourned at 1:53 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. William Hope, Board Member
Seconded: Brad Geissman, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| William McFarland, Board Vice President | X | ||
| Mr. William Hope, Board Member | X | ||
| Mike Grady, Board Member | X | ||
| Brent Winand, Board Member | X | ||
| Brad Geissman, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Kyle Swigart, Board Member | X | ||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
