MOESC Regular Board Meeting

Mid-Ohio ESC , 890 West Fourth Street, Mansfield OH, 44906
Wednesday, November 18 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

    1. Call to Order

    President Theaker will call the November 18, 2026 meeting to order.


    1.1 Roll Call

    Treasurer Miller will call the roll.


    1.2 Pledge of Allegiance

    President Theaker will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.


    1.3 Moment of Personal Reflection

    2. Recognition of Guest(s)

    Jeremy Secrist, Director 

    Jolene Edwards, Abraxas Principal 

    Vanessa Wagner, F.I.R.S.T. Principal 


    3. Presentation

    MOESC's Private Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTF's), Abaraxas & F.I.R.S.T. 


    4. Approval of Minutes

    The President will call for corrections and a motion to approve the October 21, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes.


    5. Approval of Adjustments/Adoptions of the Agenda

    6. Reports

    6.1 Superintendent

    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 and Nick Jacobs

    6.5 Director of Student Services, Eric Turlo

    6.6 Director of Grants & Special Projects, Jeremy Secrist

    No written report this month due to presentation.


    6.7 Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Reed

    6.8 Director of Leadership and Learning, Amber Clay-Mowry

    6.9 School-Community Partnership Coordinator, Casie Grau

    7. Financial Report

    A. October 2026 Financial Report (attachment)

    B. Approve Fund - Budget/Revenue: FY27 SLP/SP Consultant Grant (Fund: 516-9227) $400,000

    C. Transfer of Funds:

    From:  General Fund (001-9303) To: Facility Maintenance Fund (001-9708) $200,000 

    From:  General Fund (001-9303) To: Technology Maintenance Fund (001-9710) $8,080 

            


    8. Board Initiated Business

    8.1 Resolution of Appointment to Pioneer Career & Technology Center

    That the Board approve the resolution of appointment to Pioneer Career & Technology Center for Mary Jean Theaker for a three-year term, commencing on January 1, 2027 and expiring on December 31, 2029.


    9. Superintendent Recommendations - Operational Action

    9.1 Amended Agreement for Service - Buckeye Central Local School District (attachment)

    That the Board approve the amended agreement between Buckeye Central Local School District and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide Neuro-Somatic Wellness professional development services, effective beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.


    9.2 Amended Staffing Agreements (attachments)

    That the Board approve the amended staffing agreements for the 2026-2027 school year for the following districts:

    Mansfield Christian Schools *

    Plymouth-Shiloh Local Schools 


    9.3 Agreement for Service - Bucyrus City Schools (attachment)

    That the Board approves the agreement between Bucyrus City Schools and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide PBIS training effective beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027.


    9.4 Agreement for Service - ChannelBound, LLC (attachment)

    That the Board approve the agreement between ChannelBound, LLC and Mid-Ohio ESC to provide ACA Compliance Services for the Breckpoint Minimum Value and Affordability Plan Coverage (MVP) plan effective November 1, 2026.


    9.5 Agreement - Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company of America (attachment)

    That the Board approve the agreement between Equitable Financial Life Insurance Company of America and Mid-Ohio ESC, beginning January 1, 2027.  Mid-Ohio ESC will offer any current and new Educational Aides, Paraprofessionals, and Long-Term Substitutes Group Term Life Insurance. This coverage will be paid 100% by Mid-Ohio ESC and billed back to the district.  *


    9.6 Affiliation Agreement - Mount Vernon Nazarene University (attachment)

    That the Board approve the Affiliation Agreement between Mount Vernon Nazarene University and Mid-Ohio ESC, for potential Speech-Language Pathology field placements within our ESC client districts.


    9.7 Affiliation Agreement - The Ohio State University (attachment)

    That the Board approve the Affiliation Agreement between The Ohio State University and Mid-Ohio ESC, for potential Speech-Language Pathology field placements within our ESC client districts.


    9.8 Authorize Attendance - Integrated Systems Technologies - FANUC Training

    That the Board approve out-of-state travel for Bethany Rachel to attend Integrated Systems Technologies (IST) FANUC training to be held on November 30th - December 3rd, 2026 in Auburn Hill, Michigan.


    9.9 Community School Sponsorship Contract Extension

    That the Board approves the Mid-Ohio ESC Renewal Application Team recommendation that the Community School Sponsorship Contract for Findlay Digital Academy be extended five years.  The current sponsorship contract expires on June 30, 2027.


    9.10 Memorandums of Understanding - Teacher Apprenticeship Program (attachments)

    That the Board approve the Memorandums of Understanding between Mid-Ohio ESC, Bethany Rachel and Southern County Educational Service Center, for the Teacher Apprenticeship Program. 


    9.11 Memorandum of Understanding - University of Toledo (attachment)

    That the Board approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Toledo and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide reduced tuition to employees. 


    9.12 Program Agreement - Ohio Schools Council (attachment)

    That the Board approve the program agreement between Ohio Schools Council (OSC) and Mid-Ohio ESC, to provide agency authorization, to insure that the OSC secures and provides the electricity necessary to meet the requirements of Mid-Ohio ESC.


    9.13 Approval of Holidays

    That the Board approve the following days as holidays with the Mid-Ohio ESC offices being closed for business:

    November 26 & 27, 2026

    December 24, 25 & 31, 2026

    January 1, 2027


    9.14 Purchased Services Agreement (attachments)

    That the Board approve the following purchased services agreements.

    Galion City Schools, $24.50/per participant for a total of $73.50, to provide CPR, First Aid and AED training for Mid-Ohio ESC employees serving the district.


    9.15 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.


    10. Superintendent Recommendations - Personnel Action

    10.1 Amended Contracts

    That the Board approve the following amended contracts.

    Kelly Dawson, Educational Aide (Plymouth-Shiloh), 183 days to 127 days (Limited Non-Teaching)


    10.2 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

    Isabella Snyder, Speech & Language Pathologist, Limited Teaching, 1 yr / 115 days (prorated from 194 days) (**)

    (**) $10,000 signing bonus


    11. Discussion

    11.1 2025-2026 Sponsor Annual Performance Report (attachment)

    2025-2026 Sponsor Annual Performance Report for Community Schools:  GOAL Digital, Findlay Digital and Tomorrow Center


    11.2 Abraxas and F.I.R.S.T. 2027-2028 School Calendar

    That the Board review the 2027-2028 School Calendar for Abraxas and F.I.R.S.T. Schools. 


    11.3 Appointment to Tri-Rivers Career Center

    That the Board discuss the appointment to Tri-Rivers Career Center for a three-year term, commencing January 1, 2027 and expiring on December 31, 2029.


    11.4 Board Policy - Special Update - October 2026

    That the Board review the following policies:

    Program

    2623 - Student Assessment and Academic Intervention Services (Revised)

    2623.01 - Academic Intervention (New)

    2623.02 - Third Grade Reading Guarantee (Revised)

    2623.03 - K-3 Mathematics Diagnostic Assessments (New)

    2675 - Advanced Mathematics Placement and Promotion (New)

    Students

    5330.02 - Procurement and Use of Ephinephrine Devices Auto Injectors In Emergency Situations (Rejected)

    5460 - Graduation Requirements (Rejected)

    Operations

    8390 - Animals on Educational Service Center Property (Revised)


    11.5 Board Policy - Special Update - School Support Organizations - October 2026

    That the Board review the following policies: 

    Students

    5830 - Student Fundraising (Rejected)

    Finances

    6605 - Crowdfunding (Rejected)

    6608 - Accountability and Oversight of Fundraiser and Crowdfunding Disbursements (Rejected)

    Relations

    9211 - Educational Service Center Support Organizations (Rejected)

    9215 - School Support Organizations (Rejected)

    9700 - Relations with Special Interest Groups (Rejected)

    9700.01 - Advertising and Commercial Activities (Revised)


    11.6 Job Description (attachment)

    That the Board reviews and approves the following job descriptions. 

    Media and Marketing Intern


    12. Adjournment

    Time: __________ p.m.


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