Green Local Schools
Board of Education Agenda
4070 Gallia Pike
Franklin Furnace, Ohio 45629
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
6:00 pm
Green High School Library
Mr. David Sparks, President
Mr. Kevin Lewis, Vice President
Mr. Ralph Salyers, Student Achievement Member
Mr. Roger Collett, Member
Mr. Thom Davis, Member
Mr. Ron Lindsey, Superintendent
Mr. John Walsh, Treasurer
Meeting Dates
January 12, 2009
February 16. 2009
March16, 2009
April 20, 2009
May 18, 2009
June 29, 2009
July 20, 2009
August 17, 2009
September 14, 2009
October 19, 2009
November 16, 2009
December 21, 2009
The mission of Green Local Schools is to ensure the highest quality education by helping
each and every student to realize his or her fullest potential and become a productive and
responsible citizen through innovative and diversified academic programs, which will be
provided in a caring environment conducive to learning and in concert with our community.
Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Green High School Library
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL
Notice of this meeting was given in accordance with the provisions of Policy BD of the Green
Local Board of Education, which were adopted in accordance with Section §121.22 of the Ohio
Revised Code and the Ohio Administrative Procedures Act.
Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
III. OPENING CEREMONIES
Pledge of Allegiance
Joe D. Leal - Aleron, An Energy Services Company
IV. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC-- Limited to 5 minutes per topic
V.
TREASURER’S BUSINESS
A.
REPORTS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Bank Reconciliation for September, 2009
Fund Balances as of September 30, 2009
Listing of Bills Paid in September, 2009
Budget Summary as of September 30, 2009
Revenue Summary as of September 30, 2009
It is recommended that the Green Local Board of Education approve the treasurer’s
business reports.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
B.
MINUTES
It is recommended that the Green Local Board of Education approve the minutes from the
following agenda:
Regular Meeting – September 14, 2009
Special Meeting – September 24, 2009
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
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Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Green High School Library
C. TREASURER’S INFORMATION
1.
Update of 5 Year Forecast
2.
It is recommended that the Green Local Board of Education approve the current five
year forecast and assumptions as presented.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
VI. SUPERINTENDENT’S BUSINESS
A.
REPORTS
1.
2.
3
4.
B.
Mrs. Armstrong, Elementary
Mr. Hopper, High School
Mr. Arthurs, Technology
Mr. Lindsey, District
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1.
It is recommended that the Board of Education retire to executive session to discuss
negotiations and a personnel issue.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
2.
It is recommended that the Board of Education resume the regular public session
meeting.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
C. PERSONNEL
1.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following requirements
associated with the 21st Century Grant Application and employ personnel as listed for
the Bobcat Boost program:
Kristi Darnell
Loraine Sutton
A.
B.
C.
D.
Nancy Estes
Ann Musgrove
Program calendar
Employment of staff
Payment of personnel
Purchase of services, supplies, etc.
Ethel Moore
E.
F.
G.
H.
Betty Bailey
Bus drivers
Site Coordinator
Site Associate
Treasurer’s Office
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
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Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
Green High School Library
2.
6:00 p.m.
It is recommended that the Board of Education employ Rita Ann Large as a substitute
bus driver.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
3.
It is recommended that the Board of Education employ Jack Newman as a substitute
bus driver and custodian.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
4.
It is recommended that the Board of Education employ Mindy Clark and Jacqueline
Hickman as High School’s That Work site coordinators.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
5.
It is recommended that the Board of Education employ Tonia Rutherford as a longterm substitute bus driver (for the shorter of the return of Richard Harlock or the end
of the school year)
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
6.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve a Type IV transportation
contract for Connie Young for transporting students to Stanton Primary School in New
Boston.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
7.
It is recommended that the Board of Education employ Larry Blevins as a substitute
custodian, mechanic and maintenance worker.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
8.
It is recommended that the Board of Education accept the resignation of Judy Pierson
as a special education aide.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
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Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
Green High School Library
9.
6:00 p.m.
It is recommended that the Board of Education correct the supplemental contracts to
reflect that Cindy Parker not Marilyn Holmes is a junior grade class advisor.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
10. It is recommended that the Board of Education employ substitute teachers as
recommended by the County Superintendent.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
D. PURCHASES
No Action
E.
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS AND CONTRACTS
No Action
F.
OTHER
1.
It is recommended that the Board of Education dispose of the following out of date
books:
25 4th grade Spelling books (copyright 1995)
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
2.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following Fund Raisers:
First Grade Field Trip Bake Sale
Service Learning Class—Quarter Drive for Richard Harlock, White Christmas
underprivileged child shopping program
Junior High Literacy Council – Scholastic Book Fair
Green Elementary Penny Drive—adopt a Panda
Spanish Club Bake Sale
Prom Cookie Dough Sale
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
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Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Green High School Library
3.
It is recommended that the Board of Education accept donations from the following
organizations and individuals:
Boy’s Basketball Team
$100 - Vincent Scarpinato, MD
$1,000 - Steve and Penny Ruggles
$75 – Rick Williams
District
$834 – Loyal Order of the Moose
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
4.
It is recommended that the Board of Education declare it impractical to transport
pupils by school conveyance and agree to pay the parents/guardians in lieu of
providing such services an amount which shall not exceed the state average cost to
transport all pupils in the state of Ohio the preceding school year.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
5.
It is recommended that the Board of Education review and adopt the Bobcat Boost
Handbook.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
6.
It is recommended that the Board of Education participate in the Ohio School Boards
Association Group Rating Workers Comp Plan managed by Comp Management.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
7.
It is recommended that the Board of Education review the following Policies as
reading one.
ECG – Pest Management (New)
IGCG- Preschool Program (New)
IKEB-R – Student Acceleration (Regulations) (New)
JECBA – Admission of Exchange Students (New)
EFG-R – Wellness Policies (Regulations) (New)
JGE – Expulsion (Update)
KBA – Public’s Right to Know (Update)
KH – Gifts to the District (Update)
EDE-R – Acceptable Use Policy (Regulations) (Update)
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
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Board of Education
October 19, 2009
Regular Meeting
Green High School Library
8.
6:00 p.m.
It is recommended that the Board of Education waive the three readings and adopt
the Special Education Model Policies and Procedures.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
9.
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the high school band out of
state field trip to Indianapolis (November 13-14, 2009) at no cost to the Board.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
VII. REPORTS
A.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
1.
OSBA Legislative Liaison
2.
OSBA Student Achievement Liaison
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
It is recommended that the Board of Education adjourn.
Motion: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Vote: Roger Collett ____ Thom Davis ____ Kevin Lewis ____ Ralph Salyers ____ David Sparks ____
Time: _______________
Next Meeting:
Monday, November 16, 2009 -- 6:00 pm
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