Meeting Details
July 15, 2026
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1 hr
Mid-Ohio ESC , 890 West Fourth Street, Mansfield OH, 44906
Purpose
N/A
1.
Appoint Treasurer Pro-Tempore
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Brent Winand, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
2.
Recognition of Guest(s)
Garrett Quickle, Assistant Treasurer
3.
Call to Order
President Theaker will call the July 15, 2026 meeting to order.
3.1
Roll Call
Treasurer Pro-Tempore 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
3.2
Pledge of Allegiance
President Theaker will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.3
Moment of Personal Reflection
4.
Board Initiated Business
4.1
Executive Session
That the Board enter executive session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, per ORC 122.22.
Minutes
The Board entered into executive session at 12:25 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
4.2
Executive Session
That the Board returns to regular session.
Minutes
Returned to regular session at 1:20 p.m.
5.
Public Participation
The Governing Board of Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center (MOESC), will now conduct a public hearing on the issue of considering the request of a current employee, Beth Gildenmeister, to be retired from MOESC and rehired with MOESC. This hearing is in fulfillment of the directives specified in the ORC 3307.353 and 3309.345 respectively.
6.
Approval of Minutes
The President will call for corrections and a motion to approve the June 17, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: William McFarland, Board Vice President
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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
7.
Approval of Adjustments/Adoptions of the Agenda
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
8.
Reports
8.1
Superintendent
Mid-Ohio ESC Updates
8.2
Board Members
8.3
Executive Director of Achievement & Leadership, Dr. Mark Burke
Please see attached written report.
8.4
Director of Literacy, Carrie Wood
Please see attached written report.
8.5
Director of Student Services, Eric Turlo
Please see attached written report.
8.6
Director of Grants & Special Projects, Amy Wood
Please see attached written report.
8.7
Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Reed
Please see attached written report.
8.8
Director of Leadership and Learning, Amber Clay-Mowry
Please see attached written report.
9.
Financial Report
A. June 2026 Financial Report (attachment)
B. Transfer of Funds :
From: General Fund(001-000) To: Print Shop (001-9301) $25,157 - to cover Fy'26 operating deficit
From: General Fund(001-0000) To: MOESC Facility (001-9324) $62,703 - to cover Fy'26 operating deficit
From: General Fund(001-9303) To: Turbo Cert. Programs (001-9027) $100,000 - to establish and fund new Turbo Cert. Program account
C. Approve Fund - Budget/Revenue: Turbo Cert. Programs $100,000 (Fund: 001-9027)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Brad Geissman, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
10.
Superintendent Recommendations - Operational Action
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
10.1
Agreement for Service - District Service Contracts (attachments)
That the Board approve the following district service contracts with Mid-Ohio ESC for FY-27:
Buckeye Central Local Schools
Clear Fork Valley Local Schools *
Crestview Local Schools
Galion City Schools
Highland Local Schools
Lexington Local Schools
10.2
Agreement for Service - Crestline Exempted Village School District (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Crestline Exempted Village School District and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Behavior Support/Wellness Services and Paraprofessional PD services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
10.3
Agreement for Service - Galion City Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Galion City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide As Needed ESY Intervention Specialist, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy Services, effective beginning June 1, 2026, and ending August 30, 2026.
10.4
Agreement for Service - GOAL Digital Academy (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between GOAL Digital Academy and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Board Certified Behavior Analyst Services and Physical Therapy services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
10.5
Agreement for Service - Lexington Local Schools (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Lexington Local Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide ESY Academic/Intervention Services, effective beginning June 1, 2026, and ending August 15, 2026.
10.6
Agreement for Service - Madison Local School District (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Madison Local School District and Mid-Ohio ESC - Foundations for Living F.I.R.S.T., to support the operation of programs at F.I.R.S.T., through Title 1-D Neglected Part D funds.
10.7
Agreement for Service - Pioneer Career and Technology Center (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Pioneer Career and Technology Center and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide PreK Itinerant Services and English Language Tutor services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
10.8
Agreement for Service - Ashland County Community Academy (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Ashland County Community Academy and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide As Needed School Psychologist and SLP Services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
10.9
Agreement for Service - Foundation Academy (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Foundation Academy and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Physical Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst services, effective July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
10.10
Agreement for Service - Galion St. Joseph School (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Galion St. Joseph and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Intervention Specialist Services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
10.11
Agreement for Service - Non-Public / Charter / Community Schools (attachments)
That the Board approve the agreement between the following non-public / charter schools and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide services as outlined in the Membership Benefits document for the 2026-2027 school year.
Cypress High School
Foundations Academy
The Richland School of Academic Arts
10.12
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 2026-2027 program year.
10.13
Agreement for Service - Richland School of Academic Arts (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Richland School for Academic Arts and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide Physical Therapy, BCBA, and Occupational Therapy services, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
10.14
Agreement for Service - Shelby City School District (attachment)
That the Board approve the agreement between Shelby City School District and Mid-Ohio ESC - Abraxas, to support the operation of programs at Abraxas, through Title 1-D Neglected Part D funds.
10.15
Agreement for Service - St. Joseph Catholic School Title I Pooling (attachment)
That the Board approve the pooling agreement between St. Joseph Catholic School and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide Title I services. The following districts are pooling their Title I allocations for the Title I services identified within the staffing agreements effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027:
Bucyrus City Schools
Galion City Schools
Northmor Local Schools
Wynford Local Schools
10.16
Staffing Agreements (attachments)
That the Board approve the following staffing agreements for the 2026-2027 school year:
Fredericktown Local Schools
Northmor Local Schools
Plymouth-Shiloh Local Schools
10.17
Purchased Services Agreement (attachments)
That the Board approve the following purchased services agreements.
Stephen Earnest, $125/hour, to provide Fiscal Consultant Services for the 2026-2027 school year.
GOAL Digital Academy, to provide As Needed Speech and Language Therapy services for Abraxas and Foundations for Living F.I.R.S.T. Schools by Meredith Snow, SLP, $80/hour, beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.
KZEM LLC High Tech Workforce Solutions, per agreement, to provide instruction and student materials for the TurboCert program, effective August 1, 2026 and ending July 31, 2027.
North Central State College, per agreement, to provide instructional and related support services necessary for the operation of the Mid-Ohio ESC TurboCert Program for the 2026-2027 school year.
10.18
Updated Substitute/Tutor List 2026-2027 (attachments)
That the Board approves the updated Substitute/Tutor list for the 2026-2027 school year for F.I.R.S.T. and Abraxas.
11.
Superintendent Recommendations - Personnel Action
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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
11.1
Resignations (attachments)
That the Board approve the following resignations.
Jennifer Crowl, PT ABE/HSE Instructor (Aspire Grant), Individual Service, effective June 30, 2026
Christina Keever, Educational Aide (Northmor), Individual Service, effective July 7, 2026
Julie Loomis, Occupational Therapist Assistant, Limited Teaching, effective at the end of the 2025 - 2026 contract year
Jack Macfarlane, PT ABE/HSE Instructor (Aspire Grant), Individual Service, effective June 30, 2026
Mark Wilcheck, PT ABE/HSE Instructor (Aspire Grant), Individual Service, effective June 30, 2026
11.2
Amended Contracts
That the Board approve the following amended contracts.
Brandelyn Arndt, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.42/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet to $14.85/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Madalynn Corwin, Educational Aide (Northmor), $20.32/hr., As-needed time sheet to $20.93/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Andrea Cramer, Educational Aide (Northmor), $16.00/hr., As-needed time sheet to $16.48/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Tracy Gray, Educational Aide (Northmor), $17.86/hr., As-needed time sheet to $18.39/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Brittany Pajot, Educational Aide (Northmor), $11.47/hr., As-needed time sheet to $12.81/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Valerie Reynolds, Educational Aide (Northmor), $11.47/hr., As-needed time sheet to $11.81/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Roberta Roshon, Educational Aide (Northmor), $13.31/hr., As-needed time sheet to $13.71/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Jessica Sauer, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.42/hr., As-needed time sheet to $14.85/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Stephanie Shireman, Educational Aide (Northmor), $13.00/hr., As-needed time sheet to $13.39/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Benjamin Swisher, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.00/hr., As-needed time sheet to $14.42/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Steven Wilkinson, FT Adult Education Lead Instructor (Aspire), Limited Teaching, 240 days to 163 days
Dalila Zamudio, Educational Aide (Northmor), $14.00/hr., As-needed time sheet to $14.42/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
11.3
Employment Contracts
That the following personnel contracts be approved effective the 2026-2027 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
Dawn Balliett, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Limited Teaching, 1 yr / 184 days
Trisha Bell, RBT (Fredericktown), Limited Non-Teaching, 1 yr / 191 days
Lori Bolone, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), Administrative, 1 yr / 190 days
Angela Corbeil, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), Administrative, 1 yr / 190 days
Makenna Cramer, RBT (Fredericktown), Limited Non-Teaching, 2 yr / 183 days
Hilary Hood, Occupational Therapist, Limited Teaching, 1 yr / 117 days
Megan Johnson, Educational Consultant (DEW Funded), Administrative, 1 yr / 190 days
Bayla Miller, RBT (Fredericktown), Limited Non-Teaching, 1 yr / 183 days
Hannah Rose, Occupational Therapist, Limited Teaching, 1 yr / 194 days
Katalina Roseberry, RBT (Fredericktown), Limited Non-Teaching, 1 yr / 183 days
Alexis Russell, Educational Aide (Northmor), $12.00/hr.,Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Autumn Snow, RBT, Limited Non-Teaching, 1 yr / 188 days
Nicole Young, Orientation Specialist/Career Navigator (Aspire), $23.00/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
11.4
Supplemental Contracts
That the Board approve the following supplemental contracts.
2025-2026
Amanda Braen, PTA, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Physical Therapy services to Galion City Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 30, 2026.
Nichole Gott, COTA, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Occupational Therapy services to Galion City Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 30, 2026.
Chelsi Lohr, Teacher, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Academic/Intervention services to Lexington Local Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 15, 2026.
Sarah Mace, OT, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Occupational Therapy services to Galion City Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 30, 2026.
Vincent Scaia, PT, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Physical Therapy services to Galion City Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 30, 2026.
Natalie Stevens, IS, FY26 per diem, to provide ESY Intervention Specialist services to Galion City Schools, beginning June 1, 2026 and ending August 30, 2026.
2026-2027
Candace Bores, $10,000, Conference Center Coordinator
Shannon Landin, $1,500, Physical Therapy Team Lead
Sarah Mace, $1,500, Occupational Therapy Team Lead
Michaela Martin, $1,500, Behavior Services Team Lead
Julia Pilla, $1,500, School Psychologist Team Lead
Jennifer Plante, SLP, FY27 per diem, to provide Speech Language Pathology services to Ashland County Community Academy, effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
Alison Roof, $1,500, Speech Language Pathology Team Lead
Vincent Scaia, PT FY27 per diem, to provide Physical Therapy services to Foundation Academy, effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
Vincent Scaia, PT, FY27 per diem, to provide Physical Therapy services to Richland School for Academic Arts, effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.
Natalie Stevens, $1,500, Academic Team Lead
Steven Willeke, SP, FY27 per diem, to provide School Psychologist services to Ashland County Community Academy, effective July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027
11.5
Rescinded Employment Contract(s)
That the Board approve the following rescinded employment contract.
Trisha Bell, RBT, $20.23/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Hilary Hood, Occupational Therapist, $57.75/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Bayla Miller, RBT, $20.23/hr., Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
Nicole Young, Orientation Specialist/Career Navigator (Aspire), Limited Teaching, 1 yr / 210 days
12.
Director of Student Services Recommendations - Personnel Action
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
12.1
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 check.) NAME, POSITION, CONTRACT TYPE, LENGTH
2026-2027
Kylie Ransom, Associate to the Psychologist, $30.46/hr, Individual Service, As-needed time sheet
13.
Discussion
13.1
Job Description (attachments)
That the Board reviews and approves the following job description.
Assistant Treasurer
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Brad Geissman, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
14.
Board Initiated Business
That the Board will meet on Monday, July 20, 2026 8:00 a.m. in special session for the purpose of considering the employment of a public employee or official.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mike Grady, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
15.
Adjournment
Time: __________ p.m.
Minutes
President Theaker declared the meeting adjourned at 2:05 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. William Hope, 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 | |||
| Doug Theaker, Board President | X |
