RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS SOUTHINGTON LOCAL SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting May 20, 2021 6:00 p.m.
The May 20, 2021 regular meeting was called to order by President, Mr. Terry Kelly at 6:00 p.m. Roll call was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Nero, Mrs. Ward
Visitors: Bobby Duncan, Landen Duncan, Lisa Duncan, Logan Duncan, Sarah Ensminger, Bob Coupland.
A moment of silence was observed in honor of Mr. Tom Pokorny.
Resolution 08.21 Commendation of Landen Duncan
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve the following resolution:
Resolution 08.21 Commendation of Landen Duncan
WHEREAS, Landen Duncan did qualify for the 2020 Ohio High School State Wrestling meet; and
WHEREAS, Landen Duncan did qualify and participate in the 2021 Ohio High School State Wrestling meet on March 13 and 14, 2021 at Marion Harding High School and placed 4th; and
WHEREAS, this accomplishment brought honor to himself, his family, and for his school; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, Landen be commended for his outstanding accomplishment and that this resolution be spread upon the official minutes of the Southington Board of Education and that a true copy be presented to him.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Resolution 09.21 - Award of Excellence
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Ms. Gibbs to approve the following resolution:
Resolution 09.21 Commendation of Award of Excellence
WHEREAS, Sarah Ensminger, Southington Senior, has distinguished herself throughout her high school career in many academic pursuits, and
WHEREAS, Sarah has continued to bring pride to herself, her family, her community and her school through her efforts to achieve academically, and
WHEREAS, Sarah has again distinguished herself in being awarded the “Award of Excellence”, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Southington Local Board of Education does hereby recognize and commend Sarah for her accomplishments, and further,
BE IT RESOLVED, that a true copy of this resolution be presented to her.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Approval of minutes
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held April 15, 2021 and the special meetings held May 5, 2021 and May 12, 2021.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Financial Report A. Southington Schools Financial Report (all funds) B. Monthly SM2 Report C. Schedule of Bills Paid D. Bank Reconciliation E. Interest Earned –April 2021 General Fund $ 865.50 Library $ 50.00 Cafeteria $ 21.00 Total $ 936.50
Insured Cash Sweep $ 736.03
Approval of Treasurer’s Report
Motion by Mr. Freeman, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to approve the April treasurer’s report, financial statements, revenue & appropriations report at the fund level.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Amended Appropriations
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to approve amended appropriations for FY 2021.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Amended Certificate of Resources
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve amended certificate of resources for FY 2021.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Revise 5-year Forecast– FY 2021
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Ms. Gibbs to approve the revised 5-year forecast for FY 2021.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Advances and Transfers
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to approve the following advances and transfers.
Return Advances to General Fund Fund FD/SCC Amount Title IV-A FY21 599 9121 10,000.00
Advances from General Fund Fund FD/SCC Amount Class of 2027 200 9227 585.00 Class of 2028 2009228 585.00
Transfers to General Fund Fund FD/SCC Amount Class of 2020 200 9220 1599.83
Transfers from General Fund Fund FD/SCC Amount Board of Ed Scholarships 007 9106 1269.84 Alumni Fund 022 9000 1599.83
Totals 15639.50
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution 10.21- Mary Herner Leadership Award
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to approve the following resolution:
Resolution 10.21 Mary Herner Leadership Award
WHEREAS, this Board of Education acknowledges Mary Herner’s devotion and leadership to the Board of Education, and
WHEREAS, Mary Herner faithfully served as a Board of Education member for 28 years, therefore be it
RESOLVED, by the Board of Education of the Southington Local School District, that this award shall be given to a graduating Senior who best exemplifies leadership characteristics, in school and in their personal lives, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the 2021 graduating class recipient of the Mary Herner Leadership Award is Kaitlyn Shaffer.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Resolution 11.21- Commendation of Janet Ward
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve the following resolution:
Resolution 11.21 Commendation of Janet Ward
WHEREAS, Janet Ward has served 14 years as treasurer for the Southington Local Schools, and
WHEREAS, Janet Ward has had a positive impact on students and on fellow workers, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Southington Local Board of Education does hereby recognize and commend Janet Ward for her accomplishments and dedication, and further,
BE IT RESOLVED, that a true copy of this resolution be presented to Janet Ward.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Resolution 12.21- Commendation of Lori Hall
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve the following resolution:
Resolution 12.21 Commendation of Lori Hall
WHEREAS, Lori Hall has served 28 years as a teacher and 6 years as principal for the Southington Local Schools, and
WHEREAS, Lori Hall has had a positive impact on students and on fellow workers, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Southington Local Board of Education does hereby recognize and commend Lori Hall for her accomplishments and dedication, and further,
BE IT RESOLVED, that a true copy of this resolution be presented to Lori Hall.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Re-employment –Continuing Contracts
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Ms. Gibbs to approve, upon the recommendation of the county and local superintendents, continuing contracts for the following certified personnel, effective for the 2021-2022 school year as per the adopted salary schedule.
Rhonda Balzer Katelyn Brown
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Re-employment –One-Year Limited Contracts
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve, upon the recommendation of the county and local superintendents, a one-year limited contract for the following teachers, effective for the 2021-2022 school year as per the adopted salary schedule.
Kimberly Spracale Brendan Keiper Dana Hendricks Lori Haidet Summyre Colwell Alicia Watson Robert Marino Dana Ronyak Jennifer Doan Tim Howard Tiffany Hudak
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Re-employment –One-Year Limited Contracts
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Ms. Gibbs to approve, upon the recommendation of the county and local superintendents, a one-year limited contract for the following teachers, effective for the 2021-2022 school year as per the adopted salary schedule and based upon CARES ACT funds.
Kristi Davisson Allyson Brahler Corey Copenhaver
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Non-Renewal
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Mr. Freeman to non-renew the contract of Ryan Hancock, effective for the 2021-2022 school year.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Re-employment –One-Year Limited Contracts
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to approve, upon the recommendation of the county and local superintendents, a one-year limited contract for the following classified personnel, effective for the 2021-2022 school year as per the adopted salary schedule.
Dorothy Kren, Bus Driver Cole Cernuto- Custodian Dara Kovalik-Custodian Karlee Gargano- Custodian
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Employment- Administration
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to approve Donna Sharps for a 2-year contract as Cafeteria Supervisor at the conclusion of her current contract; with salary adjustments in accordance with other employees in the district and with benefits as agreed upon.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
School Resource Officer
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve Southington Local Schools enter into a School Resource Officer Agreement with the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department for the 2021-2022 school year. Cost of the contract is to be determined.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Employment-Health Professional
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to contract the services of Jillian Beck, Health Professional, for 6 hours a day at a rate of $19.00 per hour.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Non-Renewals
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Mr. Freeman to non-renew the following supplemental contracts:
Tiffany Hudak-Softball Tim Howard-Baseball Crystal Nevling-Track Mark Hertzer-Track
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Summer Reading Program Employment
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mrs. Dunn to employ the following teachers for summer reading program pending pre-employment requirements. The reading program is being paid for by the Title I funds. Pay will be $21.11 an hour:
Heather Harnett Kelly Carano Kristi Davisson Allison Penn Melissa Steinbeck Justine Pickett Tim Howard Marilyn Largen Ally Brahler
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Grade 3 Jump Start Reading Program Employment
Motion by Mr. Gilanyi, seconded by Mr. Freeman to employ the following teachers for grade 3 jump start summer reading program pending pre-employment requirements. The jump start program is being paid for by the Title I funds. Pay will be $21.11 an hour:
Allison Penn Rhonda Balzer Ally Brahler
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Contract Adjustments
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve an adjustment to the following contracts of 2% for the 2021-2022 contract year:
Rocco Nero Donna Sharps Mark Hertzer Shari Gilanyi Eileen Ruschak Sylvia Jackson Jillian Beck
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Kelly ABSTAIN:. Mr. Gilanyi
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Memorandum Of Understanding
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the OAPSE regarding including food service in the summer help section 1.8a.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Bus Purchase
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve purchasing a 72 passenger bus at the cost of $87,605.00 from Myers Equipment.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Employment Administration
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to approve Robert Kujala, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent, to a three year contract, 205 days as Associate Superintendent /Middle School/High School Principal in charge of Special Education Services, beginning August 1, 2021 at a base salary of $79,000, with a stipend of $12,000 in lieu of excess costs to the TCESC for Special Services supervision.
The Board also agrees to employ Mr. Kujala as a consultant on a per diem basis, including benefits from July 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Employment- Summer Project
Motion by Mr. Kelly, seconded by Mr. Freeman to approve contracting with Jim Wolke as needed for summer project supervision at Step One of the Custodial Salary Scale as per Maintenance Supervisor Mark Hertzer’s recommendation.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Executive Session- O.R.C. 121.22 as needed 7:09 p.m. – 7:22 p.m.
Motion by Mr. Freeman, seconded by Ms. Gibbs to enter into executive session for the purpose of employment and matters required to be kept confidential by federal law or rules or state statutes.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
Resume Regular Session 7:22 p.m.
Motion by Mrs. Dunn, seconded by Mr. Freeman to resume regular session.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
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Motion to Adjourn 7:25 p.m.
Motion by Ms. Gibbs, seconded by Mr. Gilanyi to adjourn the May 20, 2021 regular meeting.
Roll Call: YES:. Mrs. Dunn, Mr. Freeman, Ms. Gibbs, Mr. Gilanyi, Mr. Kelly
______Board President Treasurer
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