Meeting Details
March 27, 2025
6:30pm
Coshocton Elementary School, 1203 Cambridge Rd., Coshocton, Ohio, 43812
Purpose
N/A
1.
025-2025 Call to Order
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Mission Statement
Coshocton City Schools, in partnership with families and community, will empower individuals to become literate, respectful, responsible, and independent lifelong learners in an ever-changing global society.
Minutes
Talen Henderschott read the misssion statement.
4.
Roll Call
Minutes
All members of the Board were in attendance.
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
5.
026-2025 Adoption of the Agenda
It is recommended that the Board of Education adopt the agenda.
Minutes
The agenda was approved as submitted.
Motioned: Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
6.
027-2025 Approval of Meeting Minutes
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following meeting minutes:
Minutes
The minutes were approved as presented.
Motioned: Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Susan Mann, President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | |||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
7.
Board Commendations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following commendations:
- Muskingum Valley Educational Service Awards
- Shelley Batchelor - Exemplary Educator
- Sophia Skelton - Franklin B. Walter
- Maggie Laaper - Outstanding Senior
- Shelley Batchelor - Outstanding Teacher selected by Maggie Laaper
- Coalition Of Rural Appalachian Schools (CORAS)
- Tonya McVay - Coshocton City Schools Classified Staff Member of the Year
Minutes
Mr. Kowalski stated that we will miss all of the recipients of commendations as they move on via graduation or retirement.
Mrs. Mann called each recipient forward to receive a certificate from the Board recognizing their accomplishments.
8.
Hearing of the Public
This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Educationinpublicfor the purpose of conducting the School Districts business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public participation during the meeting as indicated. Those addressing the Board will be allotted three (3) minutes.
Minutes
There was no public participation.
9.
Board and Staff Reports
Tony Meiser - CES Principal
Minutes
Coshocton Elementary School students participated in a presentation about the Leader in Me program.
Mrs. Taylor and Ms. Shaw, along with their students, shared some of the items they work on - The school has Leader in Me activities.
In the classroom, they are using the lessons that come with the program. There is so much conversation about social emotional that they have had to begin to use a timer. What the kids enjoy is sharing responsibility. They like the consistency, they thrive on the leadership roles. They like to have their voices heard, and they have blossomed into great leaders. The students acted out their program by involving the adult board members, the treasurer, and the superintendent in an exercise similar to their daily responsibilities.
Mr. Meiser shared that CES Teachers are doing a book study on Leader in Me so they can get their feet wet. Next year, every teacher will be teaching the lessons. He stated that Jillian and Carly have taken off with it. 3 homerooms and every kid has had to fill out an application - everyone got a role, the kids get to find areas of leadership roles they see, and tell the teachers why it is a leadership role. Some kids have lost their jobs, and the message is that if you change your behavior, you will have an opportunity to apply for the job again. The goal is a building full of leaders. Everyone has "genius".
Mr. Kowalski shared that we made a 3-year commitment with Franklin Covey - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. We are finishing up year one. The students have already advanced past year one. Tomorrow we have our first student-led assembly ending with teachers getting pie in the face.
Board members shared their appreciation and gratitude to those who presented.
10.
028-2025 Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:
Minutes
The vote recorded on this item is inclusive of items 10.2-10.4.
Motioned: Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President
Seconded: Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
10.1
Updates
The dental insurance balance at February month-end was $233,672.91. Up $2,301.78 from January 2025.
The medical insurance balance at February month-end was $881,154.00. Up $90,792.41 from January 2025.
10.2
028.1-2025 Monthly Financial Report
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the February 2025 Financial Summary Report
Revenue in the month of February 2025 was $1,315,125. February Expenditures were 1,797,591. Expenditures exceeded revenue by $482,466.
YTD revenue is 13,201,321. YTD Expenditures were $15,003,937. As of the end of February, expenditures have exceeded revenue by $1,802,615.
February 28, 2025 cash balance was $3,767,660 - this amount will cover 46 true cash days & 1.48 true cash months
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 10.0.
Result: Approved
10.3
028.2-2025 Donations
- Presbyterian Church - $500 to be used for clothing closet - 018-907H
- McWane Ductile - $365 for transportation costs to the JA Aspire Event - 001
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 10.0.
Ms. Eyerman took a minute to express gratitude to those who support our students and the district.
Result: Approved
10.4
028.3-2025 Authorization to Pay-off Field House Loan Balance
It is recommended that the Board of Education authorize the Treasurer to take the following action related to the balance in Fund 070-0000 - to pay off the loan on the Field House at Stewart Field.
Pay the $413,955.02 balance of Truist Governmental Finance Loan #993500085500001 on April 1, 2025, per the pay-off letter attached; apply the remaining balance to Stewart Field/Fieldhouse 2024-2025 upgrades.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 10.0.
Result: Approved
11.
029-2025 Business Items
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following business items:
Minutes
The vote recorded on this item is inclusive of items 11.1 through 11.6.
Motioned: Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
11.1
029.1-2025 Study Hall Aide
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Study Hall Aide job description.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
Mr. Kowalski shared that this is a new position at CHS. The job description attached is for a classified position, a Study Hall Aide. This is not an additional position, but we are renaming the existing position.
Result: Approved
11.2
029.2-2025 Licking County ESC - Phoenix School Seat Agreement
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the agreement with Licking County ESC for ED/Autism seat cost in the Phoenix School ED Program for the 2025-26 school year at a cost of $367/day or the Tiered day rate.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
Mr. Kowalski shared that we are not currently using a Phoenix School Seat, but to be able to, if the need arises, the board needs to approve reserving a seat.
Result: Approved
11.3
029.3-2025 Declaration of Transportation Vehicle - Unusable
It is recommended that the Board of Education declare that the listed bus is no longer in use and authorize the treasurer to dispose of the vehicle in accordance with Ohio Revised Code.
Bus #18; Reg ID-Q02628; International; Vehicle ID 4DRBUSKNXCB398159; Handicap equipped 16 students/3WC; yellow bus; locally funded
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
This is the third bus we are not using which will offset the cost of the bus we are in the process of purchasing.
Result: Approved
11.4
029.4-2025 Title III Consortium
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the agreement with the Stark County Education Service Center Title III Consortium.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
This item is about the English language learners that we are required to service.
Result: Approved
11.5
029.5-2025 CCEA Settlement Agreement - ORC 3319.10
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the attached Settlement Agreement with CCEA related to the movement of a long-term substitute paid at a daily rate to step 0 and the applicable column of the salary schedule and offered insurance benefits. The effective date of changes stated in the settlement shall be retroactive to the 61st day in said position.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
Result: Approved
11.6
029.6-2025 25-26 School Calendar
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the calendar for the 2025-2026 School Year as presented.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 11.0.
Mr. Kowalski shared that the staff vote on the school calendar was 60/40 for a post labor day start. He plans to post the calendar as soon as it is approved so people can schedule appointments, etc.
Result: Approved
12.
030-2025 Superintendent Report and Recommendations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:
Minutes
The vote recorded on this item is inclusive of items 12.2 through 12.7.
Motioned: Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member
Seconded: Mrs. Susan Mann, President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
12.1
Updates
Minutes
Mr. Kowalski stated that there is a lengthy personnel report - He doesn't anticipate many more changes.
12.2
030.1-2025 Resolution - RIFs
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Reductions in Force Resolution as presented:
- Title I Reading
- Carrie Clark
- Pam Hall
- Jessica Mencer
- 1st Grade
- Stacey Jackson
- Elementary Physical Education
- James Duling
- Elementary Art
- Jennifer Young
- High School Integrated Science
- Mallory Palmer
- High School Mathematics Intervention
- Jacqueline Prouty
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
Result: Approved
12.3
030.2-2025 Personnel
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following personnel items pending required paperwork, licensure, and BCI/FBI Background checks. Salary placement is per the negotiated agreement subject to verification of degree and experience:
New Employees
- Wesley Woodie - ISD Teacher CHS - Effective 11/14/2024 - BA Step 0
Salary Adjustments
- Carlye Shaw - MA45 (effective September 1, 2025)
- Jessica Mencer - MA30 (effective September 1, 2025)
Reassignments and Transfers - Effective 2025-2026 School Year
- Jacqueline Prouty - Mathematics Teacher - 7th Grade (CMS)
- Kristi Timmons - Intervention Specialist - MC Classroom (CMS)
- Tiffany Shook - Elementary Teacher - 2nd Grade (CES)
- Bruce Potts - Intervention Specialist - (CMS/CHS)
- Jessica Mencer - Daycare (CES)
- Stacey Jackson - Preschool (CES)
- Darby Smith - Preschool (CES)
- Michelle Woodie - Art (District)
- James Duling - Physical Education
(CMS/CHS)(CHS) - Jennifer Young - Art Teacher (CES)
- Carrie Clark - Intervention Specialist - Math (CHS)
- Nathan Prati - Physical Education
(CHS)(CMS/CHS)
- Athletic Service Contracts Fiscal Year 2024-2025
- Track
- Emily Michael - Assistant Varsity Girls Track - Level 1
- Braden Young - 7/8 Boys Track Coach - Level 1
- Caleb Anderson - 7/8 Girls Track Coach - Level 1
- Kristy Stiteler - Varsity Girls Track Head Coach - Level 1
- Keith Matz - Varsity Boys Track Head Coach - Level 3 (Previously approved 8/29/2024) as Head Varsity Girls Track Coach - Level 3
- Wrestling
- Kobe Rust
- Revoke 7/8 Wrestling Volunteer (Previously approved on 5/29/2024)
- 7/8 Wrestling Assistant - Level 1
- Austin Guthrie
- Revoke 7/8 Wrestling Assistant - Level 1 (Previously approved on 5/29/2024)
- Kobe Rust
- Track
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
** Correction made after published-
1.) James Duling should be changed from (CMS/CHS) to CHS & Nathan Prati should be changed from (CHS) to (CMS/CHS).
Mr. Kowalski said they are 90% complete for certified staff for next year. We will soon have a posting out for one more. This is barring summer departures.
Mr. Duling will be exclusive
Worked closely with Michael - CCEA
Dr. Butcher asked about
Mr. Loomis had a conversation with Mr. Derwicki and Mr. Ward it will operatie d
Cobey Rest back - great to have him back - will be an assistant.
Result: Approved
12.4
030.3-2025 LETRS Stipends
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following stipends for LETRs training by the following individuals:
- Katie Aggas - $450
- Peggy Bowman - $600
- McKenzie Braun - $900
- Natasha Brickles - $300
- Dana Brooks - $450
- Valeree Bryant - $600
- Lori Burris - $1,200
- Carlynda Collins - $600
- Amy Cox - $300
- Nicole Crabtree - $600
- Dee Demyan - $450
- James Duling - $450
- Melissa Duling - $600
- Lynn Garber - $300
- Jay Gill - $300
- Wendy Kimberly - $450
- Lana Lawson - $600
- Kinsey McFacden - $450
- Denise McPeak - $450
- Kay Olinger - $600
- Angela Paugh - $300
- Jennifer Rauh-Hill - $600
- Conner Roahrig - $600
- Jerry Shook - $450
- Tiffany Shook - $300
- Darby Smith - $600
- Stephanie Snider - $150
- Kristi Timmons - $300
- Wendy Turner - $600
- Kimberly Underwood - $600
- Ryan Weaver - $1,200
- Mallory Wine - $300
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
CES Teachers - Terri shared this will be paid by April 30.
April is the quarterly tax payment month and the two payrolls. LETRS is a separate pay.
Result: Approved
12.5
030.4-2025 2025 CHS Course Catalog
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Coshocton High School Course Catalog for the 2025-2026 school year.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
Result: Approved
12.6
030.5-2025 Administrative Reassignments/Contracts
- Jason Olinger - CCS District Technology Coordinator (3 year contract - August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2028)
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
Result: Approved
12.7
030.6-2025 Overnight Field Trip Request FCCLA
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve an overnight field trip for members of FCCLA from April 23, 2025 to April 25, 2025.
Minutes
The vote for this item is recorded on item 12.0.
Result: Approved
13.
031-2025 Executive Session
It is recommended that the Board of Education enter into Executive Session for the purpose of:
- Personnel
- Pending Legal Matters
Minutes
The Board voted to enter executive session with no action to follow at 7:10 pm to discuss pending legal matters.
The board exited the executive session and resumed the regular meeting at 7:55pm
Motioned: Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
14.
Board Discussion Items
15.
Announcements
Minutes
Mr. Kowalski announced that the Vote for CCS Political Action Committee will be getting together for the mine + 9 event at the Elks from 3:00-9:00. All are invited to attend.
16.
Next Meeting(s)
Regular Meeting - April 24, 2025
17.
032-2025 Adjournment
It is recommended that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting.
Minutes
The meeting adjourned at 7:59pm
Motioned: Mrs. Susan Mann, President
Seconded: Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. David Shutt, Vice-President | X | ||
| Mrs. Stacey Ganz, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Sam Bennett, Board Member | X | ||
| Dr. Jere Butcher, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Susan Mann, President | X |
