Meeting Details
August 27, 2026
6:30pm - 7:30pm
1 hr
Coshocton City Schools
Purpose
Board of Education Regular Meeting
1.
Call to Order
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.
4.
Roll Call
5.
Adoption of the Agenda
It is recommended that the Board of Education adopt the agenda to include the addendum listed below:
Superintendent Report -
12.2 Personnel: New Employees: Chuck Wiseman - Substitute Bus Driver
12.2 Personnel: Supplemental Contracts: RESCIND: Amy Ridenour - Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach - Level 1
6.
Approval of Meeting Minutes
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following meeting minutes:
6.1
July 6, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
All members of the board were in attendance.
6.2
July 23, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Stacey Ganz and Michael Kohler were absent.
7.
Board Commendations
8.
Hearing of the Public
This meeting of the Board of Education is held in public for the purpose of conducting the business of the School District and is not 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.
Board and Staff Reports
Jason Olinger, Instructional Technology Director
10.
Treasurer's Report and Recommendations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:
10.1
Updates
10.2
Monthly Financial Report
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the Financial Summary as presented.
10.3
Donations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the listed donations as presented.
- Claxon Communications, LLC - New Hire T-Shirts valued at $85.00
- Dean's Jewelry Year 3 of 5 - donation toward Stewart Field Scoreboard - $1,000
- Joshua Senn - donation toward Auditorium Chair Sponsorship - $200.00
10.4
Disposition of Curriculum Materials
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the disposal of curriculum materials that do not support the current goals of the curriculum and are no longer needed for educational purposes.
- Grade 1 Reveal Math Student Practice Books - 87
- ISBN: 987-0-07-693704-2
- Grade 1 Reveal Math Student Volume 2 Books - 27
- ISBN: 987-0-07-683904-9
10.5
August 2027 Five Year Forecast
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the August 2027 Five Year Forecast and Assumptions as presented.
11.
Business Items
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following business items:
11.1
EPC Cooperative School Bus Purchasing Program
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following Resolution:
WHEREAS the Coshocton City School District Board of Education wishes to advertise and receive bids for the purchase of one (1) or more school buses
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Coshocton City School District Board of Education wishes to participate and authorize the Southwestern Ohio Educational Purchasing Council to advertise and receive bids on said Boards' behalf as per the specification submitted for the cooperative purchase of Coshocton City School District school bus(es).
11.2
Resident Educator Mentors/Facilitators
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following staff members for the Coshocton City Schools Resident Educator Program for the 2026-2027 school year at the approved negotiated rate:
- Craig Hamilton for Braydon Johns - Year 2
- Carlynda Collins for Adelynn Carr - Year 2
- Nikki Crabtree for Brianna Young - Year 2
12.
Superintendent Report and Recommendations
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the following items:
12.1
Updates
12.1.1
AI Workgroup through MVESC
Several staff members including Matt Nicholas, Trista Claxon, Jason Olinger, Samantha Rotruck, Dana Brooks, Jami Brown and Matt Hartmeyer will participate in an AI workgroup through MVESC to align district protocols and resources with participating districts.
12.1.2
Popsicles in the Park
Superintendent Matt Nicholas will provide the Board of Education with a recap on the Popsicles in the Park that was held on August 17, 2026.
12.1.3
Competitive Cheer
James Herman, Athletic Director, and Taylor Smith, Cheer Coach, will be present to discuss the potential addition of a competitive cheer program beginning in the 2027–2028 school year.
12.2
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
- Nick Williams - Director of Operations effective September 14, 2026
- Garrett Rice - CHS Substitute Teacher for the 2026-27 SY (Full Time) effective August 17, 2026
- ADDENDUM Chuck Wiseman - Substitute Bus Driver
Resignations/Retirements
- Danita Smith - Resignation effective August 7, 2026
- Richard Miller - Resignation effective September 3, 2026
Limited 1-Year Contract - 2026-2027
- Braydon Johns
Salary Adjustments
- Natalie Prince - BA+15 effective September 1, 2026
Supplemental Contracts
- CORRECTION - Aaron Hreha - 9th Grade Football Coach - Level 1 to Level 3
- RESCIND - Brandon Taylor - Reserve Girls Basketball Coach- Level 3
- RESCIND - Jillian Taylor - 9th Grade Girls Basketball Coach- Level 2
- ADDENDUM RESCIND: Amy Ridenour - Assistant Varsity Volleyball Coach - Level 1
- Amy Ridenour - Reserve Varsity Assistant Volleyball Coach - Level 1
- Brandon Taylor - Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach - Level 1
- Jillian Taylor - Reserve Girls Basketball Coach - Level 2
- Scott Loomis - Head Varsity Baseball Coach - Level 3
- Conner Roahrig - Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach (1/2 of 1 position) - Level 3
- Jon Snider - Reserve Boys Baseball Coach - Level 3
- Ryan Weaver - Assistant Reserve Boys Baseball Coach - Level 2
- Braydon Johns - Assistant Varsity Boys Track Coach - Level 2
- Kristy Stiteler - Assistant Varsity Girls Track Coach - Level 3
- Conner Roahrig - Junior High National Honor Society Advisor - Level 1
- Megan Hemming - Student Council Advisor [9-12] (1/2 of 1 position) - Level 1
Pupil Activity Contracts - Non-Staff
- RESIGNED: Aviana Pfister - Reserve Varsity Assistant Volleyball Coach- Level 1
- Josh Gambill - Head Varsity Softball Coach - Level 1
- Garrett Rice - Assistant Varsity Baseball (1/2 of 1 position) - Level 3
- Zachary Starkey - Head Varsity Boys Tennis - Level 2
- Doug Baylor - Boys Tennis Volunteer Level N/A
- Caleb Anderson - Head Varsity Girls Track Coach - Level 1
Pupil Activity Contracts - Classified Staff
- Lisa Garrett - Student Council Advisor [9-12] (1/2 of 1 position) - Level 1
- Korbyn Haley - Head Varsity Boys Track Coach - Level 1
Athletic Service Contracts Fall 26-27
- Coalton Mobley - Varsity Football, Boys & Girls Basketball Ticket Worker and Other Ticket Worker
- Justice Herman - Varsity Football, Boys & Girls Basketball Ticket Worker and Other Ticket Worker
- Molly Thomas - Varsity Football, Boys & Girls Basketball Ticket Worker and Other Ticket Worker
12.2.1
Personnel
New Employee - Jerry Mann - Van Driver
12.3
District / High School / Middle School One Plan
It is recommended that the Board of Education approve the District One Plans for FY 2027, 2028, 2029.
Coshocton City Schools
Coshocton High School
Coshocton Middle School
13.
Executive Session
It is recommended that the Board of Education enter into Executive Session for the purpose of: to review negotiations or bargaining sessions with public employees concerning their compensation or their terms and conditions of their employment; and to consider the investigation of charges or complaints against a public employee, official, licensee or student.
14.
Board Discussion Items
15.
Announcements
16.
Next Meeting(s)
Regular Meeting - September 24, 2026
Special Meeting -
17.
Adjournment
It is recommended that the Board of Education adjourn the meeting.
