Board of Education Regular Meeting

Coshocton City Schools
Thursday, January 29 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm

    1. Call to Order
    President

    2. 016.0-2026 Administer Oath - Vice President
    Terri Eyerman

    3. Pledge of Allegiance

    4. 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.


    5. Roll Call
    Ms. Terri Eyerman, Treasurer

    6. 016.0-2026 Adoption of the Agenda

    It is recommended that the Board of Education adopt the agenda.

    Mrs. Mann requested that a brief executive session be added immediately after public participation. The reason is listed in the item title above.


    7. 017.0-2026 Approval of Meeting Minutes

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes as presented.


    8. School Board Recognition Month

    January is School Board Recognition Month.

    Thank you to -

    The Architects of Opportunity
    Behind the scenes, the plans are made,
    With foundations strong and bedrock laid.
    Through long-night meetings and careful thought,
    The best for our students is always sought.

    They steer the ship through changing tides,
    With wisdom, grace, and steady strides.
    They set the goals, they hold the light,
    Ensuring futures are shining bright. 

    To the board members, both far and near,
    We offer thanks and heartfelt cheer.
    For all the service you freely give,
    Helping children learn and thrive and live. 

    WE APPRECIATE YOU, 

    Susan Mann, David Shutt, Sam Bennett, Stacey Ganz, Michael Kohler

     


    9. Hearing of the Public

    This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for 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.


    9.1 REGISTERED TO SPEAK: Mrs. Lisa Gibson, 899 Concord Place, Coshocton, Ohio 43812 TOPIC TO ADDRESS: Inside Millage and District Buildings

    10. Addendum to the Agenda: Executive Session

    It is recommended that the Board of Education enter into Executive Session for the purpose of consideration of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, and matters required to be confidential by Federal law or regulations or State statute. 


    11. 018.0-2026 Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
    Ms. Terri Eyerman, Treasurer

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:


    11.1 Updates

    Insurance Committee update:

    • The total Insurance fund Balance at the end of December 2025 was $2,157,560.49 and increase of $83,106.21 from November, 2025.
    • December 2025 Dental Balance = $252,052.63. An increase of $3,984.14 from November, 2025
    • December 2025 Medical Balance = $1,905,507.86. An increase of $79,122.07 from November, 2025. 

    11.2 018.1-2026 Monthly Financial Report

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the December 2025 Financial Report Summary as presented.


    11.3 018.2-2026 Then and Now Certificates

    It is recommended that the Board of Education certify the attached list of "Then and Nows" from the 2026 fiscal year, July 1 through December 31, 2025 that exceed the $3,000 threshold set forth in ORC 5705.41 and as required by Board Purchasing and Bidding Policy #6320.


    11.4 018.3-2026 Donations
    • John Cannon/Honda Match - $50.00 - 300-941E - CHS Band

    12. 019.0-2026 Business Items

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following business items:


    12.1 019.1-2026 Muskingum University CCP MOU

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the 2026-2027 School Year College Credit Plus Alternative Funding Structure with Muskingum University to offer college credit bearing courses at Coshocton High School to qualified high school students in the district.


    13. 020.0-2026 Interim Superintendent Report and Recommendations
    Mr. Matt Nicholas

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:


    13.1 Updates

    13.2 020.1-2026 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
      • Sara Antequera -Sr. Administrative Assistant - Board Office - effective February 9, 2026 through June 30, 2028
      • Brock Bolden - Assistant Principal - effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2028
    • Resignations/Retirements
      • Richard Ryan Resignation - effective 1/8/2026
    • Salary Adjustments
      • Jessica Mencer - MA+45 - effective January 1, 2026
    • Reassignments and Transfers
      • Kayley Andrews - Director of Student Services - effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2028
    • Supplemental Contracts
      • Brock Bolden - 2026-2027 - Football Varsity Head Coach - Level 1 
      • William Hartmeyer - 2025-2026 -  After School Intervention (to include Study Tables & ACT Prep) - $25.00/hr. 
    • Pupil Activity Contracts - Non-Staff
    • Pupil Activity Contracts - Classified Staff
    • Unpaid (Dock) Leave - 
      • Lisa Cutshall - 1 day - May 15, 2026

    13.3 020.2-2026 Overnight Field Trip Request: Sectional Swim Meet, Steubenville, OH

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve an overnight field trip for members of the High School Swim Team, on February 13 & 14, 2026, in Steubenville, Ohio for the Sectional Swim Meet at Steubenville High School.


    13.4 020.3-2026 Adjustment to the 2025-2026 School Calendar

    It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following changes to the school calendar:

    1. Change the February 13, 2026 professional development day, originally scheduled as a day off for students, to a regular school day, in order to make up snow days.
    2. Adjust March 6, 2026 to a "no school" day instead of an early release day. 

    14. 021.0-2026 Executive Session

    It is recommended that the Board of Education enter into executive session for the purpose of consideration of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, and matters required to be confidential by Federal law or regulations or State statute.


    15. Board Discussion Items

    16. Announcements

    17. Next Meeting(s)

    Special Meeting - TBD

    Work Session - February 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

    Regular Meeting - February 26, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

     


    18. 022.0-2026 Adjournment

    It is recommended that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting.


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