Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District public meetings in 2021
39 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a regular session on December 21, 2021, where it approved a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, personnel actions, educational services, business services, and finance. The board also approved a statement of compliance with nutritional standards and accepted bids for window replacements at two elementary schools. The meeting included public address time and recognition of award winners.
- Approved consent agenda including personnel appointments, resignations, and a change of status for Brian Williams to Alternative Education Principal at $115,911.80/year
- Approved Monticello Middle School overnight field trip to Washington D.C. and Gettysburg, PA, March 23-25, 2022
- Approved resolution accepting Advanced Concepts bid for Canterbury and Noble Elementary Schools window replacement
- Approved statement of district compliance with nutritional standards
- Recognized holiday card contest winners and Tiger Team Members of the Month
Board Retreat
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights school board held a retreat with discussion topics on finance, early childhood, and equity. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss personnel, negotiations, and security, then reconvened and adjourned.
- Retreat topics: Finance, Early Childhood, Equity
- Motion to enter executive session (ORC 121.22(G)(1), (4), (6)) carried
- Executive session for employee matters, negotiations, and security protocols
- Motion to adjourn carried
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including one retirement, three resignations, four new appointments, and several changes of status. The board also received a safety and security update from the superintendent. All consent agenda items were approved by a unanimous vote.
- Approved retirement of Patricia Christopherson, Registration/Assessment Coordinator, effective 1/1/2022
- Accepted resignations of LaKeisha Austin, Reynaldo Boff-Clinger, and Daniel Griffin, effective December 2021
- Approved new appointments including Brynna Mango (Music, $234.24/day) and Carly Israel-Agin (ELA, $250.40/day) as long-term substitutes
- Approved change of status for Vanessa Bantum to Transportation Routing & Scheduling Specialist at $24.23/hour
- Heard a Safety and Security Update from the Superintendent
Library Board Interviews
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special meeting to interview five applicants for the Library Board. The board first convened in executive session to discuss personnel matters, then reconvened to conduct the interviews. No decisions were made during this meeting.
- Executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(1) for personnel matters
- Interviews with five Library Board applicants: Marc Liviskie, Darren Dickson, Janet Fleck Griffith, Dana Fluellen, Eric Silverman
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including resignations, new appointments, and status changes. The board also discussed a proposed change to the 2021-2022 district calendar. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.
- Approved resignations: Alisha Schnupp (Grade 5 Teacher), Larrysa Donald (Lunch Aide), Trey Hopkins (Special Education Aide)
- Approved new appointments: Brian Buchanan (Tiger Virtual Academy Teacher, $59,096), Carla Campbell (21st Century Para, $14.85/hr), Jamarea Grant (Cleaner, $12.99/hr), Emily Green (English Language Paraprofessional, $16.78/hr), Kamisha Nation-Marshall (Special Education Aide, $16.78/hr), Rebecca Williams (Cleaner, $12.99/hr), Anthony Spooner (Wrestling HC, $5,397)
- Approved status changes: Laura Delambo (School Nurse), Latiesa Kirkpatrick (School Social Worker, salary increase to $73,532), Hally Shah (Intervention Specialist, salary increase to $47,688), Antoinette Starinsky (Long-Term Certified Building Sub, daily rate increase to $193.39), Derrick Flemming (Cleaner to Skilled Laborer, $18.78/hr), Catherine Gathungu (Lunch Aide), Katherine Sferry (Resident Program Mentor, salary decrease to $831.27)
- Approved name change: Jennifer Musgrave-Postma to Jennifer Musgrave
- Discussed 2021-2022 calendar change proposal
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel and finance items, and a resolution related to substitute teachers. The board voted unanimously on all items.
- Approved resignations of Justin Moore (Vocal Music Teacher), Amnea Abu-Saleh (Media Ancillary), and Daryl Nelson (Cleaner)
- Approved new appointments including Laura Delambo (School Nurse, $76,006), Latiesa Kirkpatrick (School Social Worker, $71,958), and Maggie Brooks (ELA/Math Support, $49,651)
- Approved change of status for Vanessa Bantum to Transportation Routing & Scheduling Specialist ($24.23/hr) and Michael Beaman to Assistant Custodian ($20.39/hr)
- Approved FY22 Appropriations Amendment #6 and October 2021 Financial Reports
- Approved SB 1 Substitute Teacher Resolution
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education approved contract extensions for Superintendent Elizabeth Kirby and CFO/Treasurer A. Scott Gainer. The Board also passed a memorandum of understanding with the EAPSC regarding academic supports and family engagement.
- Employment extension for Superintendent Elizabeth Kirby through July 31, 2027
- Employment extension for CFO/Treasurer A. Scott Gainer through July 31, 2027
- Resolution authorizing Memorandum of Understanding with EAPSC
- Approval of new staff appointments including Nakia Miller and Natalie Mortimer
- Approval of student field trips to Florida, Washington DC, and Arizona
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session to review financial reports and personnel updates. The Board approved several appropriations amendments totaling over $1.5 million for permanent improvements and special education. Additionally, the session included discussions on family engagement and recognition of school principals.
- Approved $1,110,000.00 increase to Permanent Improvement Fund
- Approved $419,382.72 increase to IDEA - Part B Special Education Fund
- Approved $31,074.23 increase to IDEA - Preschool Grant for the Handicapped Fund
- Accepted retirements for Carolyn Jackson, Deborah McCollum, and Sandra Weiner
- Recognized 17 principals during Principal Recognition Month
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session with a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, personnel actions, business services, and finance. The board will also hear a student report, a presentation from Mayor Brennan on joint use of Wiley property, and public comments. The consent agenda includes approval of new appointments, salary changes, and a resolution declaring transportation impractical.
- Approval of new appointments including teachers, substitutes, and custodians with salaries listed
- Resolution declaring transportation impractical
- Supplemental assignment rescission for Jessica Slaughter ($2,878)
- Change in salary for Sherry Esper (Step 14 MA+30 to MA+40)
- Change of status for Robert Manning to Head Monitor ($30.12/hour)
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve various personnel actions and policy updates. The board finalized several new staff appointments, accepted resignations, and passed a group of updated district policies.
- Approved new long-term substitute positions with daily rates of $215.69 and $274.77
- Accepted resignations for an educational aide and a cleaner
- Approved several supplemental advisor assignments, including $2,519 for Gender Sexuality Alliance
- Passed final readings for five district policies regarding attendance, student hazing, and real property
- Approved salary changes for Rebecca McDonald from Step 13 MA+10 to MA+20
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session on September 21, 2021, where it approved a consent agenda covering personnel and finance items. The board accepted a retirement, several resignations, and a supplemental assignment rescission, and approved new appointments, salary changes, status changes, and leaves of absence. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved retirement of Elizabeth Gilmore, IT Application Specialist, effective 6/30/2022
- Accepted resignations of five staff, including David Johnson and Dianne Moore-Minniefield as Educational Aides
- Approved new appointments including Caroline Lorimer as Art Teacher at Noble/Roxboro Elementary ($59,096) and Stacey Weber as School Psychologist ($75,421 prorated)
- Approved salary changes for 55 staff members effective August 19, 2021
- Approved leaves of absence for Donna Fletcher (unpaid) and Venessa McFarland (medical)
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session, primarily acting on a consent agenda that bundles approvals of meeting minutes, personnel changes (resignations and new appointments), and other routine items. The board also recognizes Heights High AP Scholars and opens the floor for public comments. The meeting is streamed live on YouTube.
- Approval of consent agenda including minutes from Aug 3, 17, and 31 meetings
- Resignations: Colin Bowser (IT Intern, eff. 9/16/2021) and Theresa Williams (Educational Aide, eff. 9/1/2021)
- New appointments: Success Coaches at $16.78/hr, 21st Century Coordinator at $41,500/yr, Educational Aides at $14.85-$16.78/hr
- Supplemental advisor assignments for 2021-2022 with stipends ranging from $539.50 to $3,598
- Recognition of AP Scholars, AP Scholars with Honor, and AP Scholars with Distinction
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve personnel changes, business resolutions, and financial obligations. The Board approved several new staff hires and processed purchase orders for vendors including Right At School.
- Approved new appointments for various roles, including a School Psychologist at $71,958
- Approved payment of purchase orders, including $537,600 to Right At School
- Approved payment of $63,900 to Open Doors Academy
- Approved resolution declaring transportation impractical for certain schools
- Accepted resignations for two classified staff members
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held its regular session, approving a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, personnel appointments and status changes, and finance items including fund returns, activity budgets, and a grant. The board also recognized participants in a city parade and heard public comments.
- Approved new appointments including teachers, an occupational therapist, a speech pathologist, and a guidance counselor with salaries ranging from $52,140 to $72,183
- Approved change of status for several staff members, including salary adjustments and a leave of absence
- Authorized return of advances totaling $153,800 from Striving Readers and Students of Promise funds to the General Fund
- Approved 64 activity fund budgets and purpose statements for 2021-2022
- Approved a $74,135.85 grant for Expanding Opportunities for Each Child
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including resignations, new appointments, and a change of status. The board then voted to enter executive session to discuss employee matters, and later adjourned.
- Approved resignation of Kennethian Green, English Teacher, effective 6/30/2021
- Approved resignation of Janet Banis, Lunch Aide, effective 7/14/2021
- Approved new appointment of Kevin Rhomberg as Health Teacher at Roxboro Middle School, salary $44,974/year
- Approved new appointment of Rachel Gray as Media Ancillary at Boulevard Elementary School, salary $27,884/year
- Approved change of status for Nikia Cleveland to IT Support Specialist, salary $29.66/hour
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District Board of Education is holding a special session to consider personnel actions, including accepting a resignation, approving new appointments, a leave of absence, and a supplemental athletic assignment. The board will also convene in executive session to discuss employee matters. Most items are on the consent agenda and will be approved by a single motion unless a member requests removal.
- Accept resignation of Jodi Burke, STEM Teacher, effective 6/30/2021
- Approve Taylor Smith as High School Assistant Principal at Cleveland Heights High School, $102,057/year
- Approve new teachers including Tracy Dorsey ($65,345), Matthew Hands ($69,080), Jessica Martinez ($71,419), Katheryn Perse ($51,540), Kayla Pettinger ($44,974), Colleen Wilcox ($63,878)
- Approve Jason Jeske as Boys Soccer Head Coach at Monticello, $2,878
- Approve leave of absence for Sarah Coyne from 8/19/2021 to 6/6/2022
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session with a consent agenda covering routine approvals: meeting minutes, personnel actions (resignations, appointments, status changes, re-appointments, extended time), quarterly contracts, and financial reports. The board also recognizes community advocates and staff. The meeting is open for public comments.
- Approval of resignations for 4 certified staff, including speech pathologists and teachers
- New appointments: Brandon Towns as Heights High Assistant Principal ($104,842/yr), 4 certificated staff, and 2 classified staff
- Approval of quarterly contracts (April-June 2021) with vendors including MetroHealth, CDW-G, Final Forms, Renhill
- Approval of June 2021 financial reports
- Approval of staff re-appointments for 2021-2022 school year
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel and finance items, including resignations, new appointments, and contract changes. The board also separately approved a contract for Alisa Lawson-McKinnie as interim high school principal for the 2021-22 school year and assistant principal for the following two years.
- Approved resignation of occupational therapist Sara Friedel, effective 6/30/2021
- Approved new appointments for 7 certified staff, including teachers and a counselor, with salaries from $45,649 to $76,006
- Approved 24 supplemental athletic coaching assignments for 2021-2022, with stipends from $2,519 to $7,915
- Approved contract for Alisa Lawson-McKinnie as interim HS principal ($113,423 for 2021-22) and assistant HS principal ($123,378 for 2022-24)
- Approved final appropriations for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a special session to approve a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including resignations, new appointments, a status change, a leave of absence, and extended time for staff. The board also discussed a second reading of a blended learning policy and adjourned.
- Approved resignations including Byron Hopkins (Coordinator of CTE & Student Support, effective 8/1/2021) and three classified staff
- Approved new appointments for eight student teacher supervisors at $534.50 each
- Approved status change for Denise Toney to Confidential Admin. Assistant-Benefits at $52,224.78/year
- Approved unpaid leave for Lawrence Perel from 4/1/2021 to 6/25/2021
- Discussed second reading of Policy 2370.01 on Blended Learning
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session on June 15, 2021, where it approved a consent agenda covering personnel changes and a license agreement with Say Yes to Education, and also approved two debt refinancing resolutions. The board discussed a first reading of a blended learning policy and received a presentation on the College and Career Task Force.
- Approved issuance of up to $66,690,000 in School Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2021, to refund Series 2014 bonds
- Approved resolution authorizing refunding of Certificates of Participation, Series 2021
- Approved license agreement with Say Yes to Education
- Approved new appointments including Justin Moore (Vocal Music Teacher, $67,056) and Sonequa Reeves (Gifted Intervention Specialist, $71,419)
- Discussed first reading of Policy 2370.01 on Blended Learning
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session with a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, personnel actions, and education services. The board approved retirements, resignations, new appointments, and other personnel changes, as well as a field trip for the girls track team. The meeting also includes public comments and recognitions.
- Approved retirements: Paul Reble (Intervention Specialist), Wilber Frierson (Assistant Custodian), Mina Gotlieb (Kindergarten Aide)
- Approved resignations: Tamara Bishko (Instructional Coach), Christopher Nitzsche (Science Teacher), Sherice Thomas (Intervention Specialist), James Johnson (Lunch Aide), Marilyn Phinizee (Special Education Aide)
- Approved new appointments: Christina Nordlund (School Psychologist, $58,421), Johnathan Haslett (IT Intern, $10.00/hr), and numerous summer assignments at $42.00/hr
- Approved change in status: Norman Strickland promoted to Head Custodian at Cleveland Heights High School ($25.18/hr)
- Approved overnight field trip for Heights High School girls track team to Columbus, OH for state competition
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District held a special session on May 22, 2021. The board met virtually to conduct procedural business and address personnel matters.
- Approval of the resignation of Marcus Bush, Intervention Specialist, effective 06/30/2021
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session on May 18, 2021, where it approved a memorandum of understanding with the Educational Administrative and Professional Staff Council (EAPSC) and a consent agenda covering personnel and business services items. The board also voted to enter executive session to discuss employee matters. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved MOU with EAPSC (Educational Administrative and Professional Staff Council)
- Approved retirement of Sarah Davis (General Office, effective 6/30/2021)
- Approved resignation of Byron Hopkins (High School Principal, effective 7/31/2021)
- Approved new appointment of Byron Hopkins as Coordinator of CTE/Student Support at $102,312/year
- Approved extended time for administrators and certified staff at 85% and 60% per diem rates
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session. The board will enter executive session to discuss pending or imminent court action with legal counsel, then reconvene to hear public comments and student reports. The main business is approving a consent agenda that includes meeting minutes, personnel actions (retirement, termination, new appointments), and summer assignments.
- Approval of consent agenda including meeting minutes, personnel, and business services
- Retirement of Head Custodian Gary Kaserman effective 5/31/2021
- Termination of Nurse Paraprofessional Cynthia Martin effective 5/5/2021
- New appointments including long-term substitutes and summer coordinators
- Executive session to discuss disputes subject to pending or imminent court action
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights school board held a special virtual session to consider a single action item: a resolution authorizing required third-grade English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments in paper format for the 2020-2021 school year. The board voted unanimously to approve the resolution. The meeting also included roll call and adjournment.
- Resolution authorizing required third-grade ELA and math assessments in paper format for 2020-21
- Unanimous vote: Beverly Wright, James Posch, Dan Heintz, Jodi Sourini, Malia Lewis
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session on April 20, 2021, approving a consent agenda of personnel items including retirements, resignations, new appointments, continuing contracts, leaves, and extended time. The board also received information on community partnerships and additional research on performance audits. The meeting was streamed live on YouTube.
- Approved retirements: Michael Dixon (School Counselor, 6/30/2021), Ari Klein (Math Teacher, 7/1/2021), Brenda Cross (Kindergarten Aide, 6/30/2021)
- Approved new appointments: Nicole Gatian (Long Term Certified Building Substitute, $247.93/day), Jascent Johnson (Lunch Aide, $13.05/hr), Herman Moody (Cleaner, $12.86/hr), Michael Ware (Cleaner, $12.86/hr)
- Granted continuing contracts (tenure) to 8 staff for 2021-2022, including Karly Bowman, Alexia Boyles, Sarah Coyne, Kristen Infield, Margaret McPhee, Kristy Minnillo, Matthew Minnillo, Margie Rossander
- Approved leaves of absence for Kimberly Boehm, George Coleman, Christina Myslenski, Michelle Price, Tijuana Schmidt
- Discussed community partnerships and performance audit additional research
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District Board held a special session that began with a roll call and a unanimous vote to enter executive session to discuss disputes subject to pending or imminent court action. After reconvening, Superintendent Kirby delivered a 'State of our Schools' address, and the meeting adjourned.
- Motion to enter executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(3) for pending/imminent court disputes
- Unanimous vote (5-0) to enter executive session
- Superintendent Kirby's 'State of our Schools' address
- Motion to adjourn meeting, carried unanimously
CH City, UH City, CHUH Library, & BOE Joint Meeting
This is a joint meeting of the Cleveland Heights and University Heights city councils, the CH-UH Library Board, and the CH-UH Board of Education. The agenda includes reports from each body on the general state of their operations, with discussions on economic development, pool reopenings, and school challenges. The meeting is largely informational and procedural, with no formal votes except the motion to adjourn.
- Discussion of district challenges regarding state testing and EdChoice
- Economic development projects: Top of the Hill, Infill Housing, Meadowbrook/Lee, Metro as catalyst for Severance
- Community Center/Pool re-open plans in Cleveland Heights and University Heights
- Library's Noble Branch vision and partner opportunities with schools and cities
- Motion to adjourn meeting (carried)
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education is holding a regular session with a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, personnel actions, business services, and finance. The board will also recognize students and staff, hear public comments, and consider a collective bargaining agreement with the Monitors Unit.
- Approval of resignations: Kristen Figas (School Psychologist), Imani Phifer (Special Education Aide), Brandi Wise (Media Ancillary)
- New appointments: Blake Favalon ($231.92/day), Nakia Miller ($247.93/day), Brett Piccus ($247.93/day), Cynthia Schmidt ($247.93/day) as Long Term Certified Building Substitutes
- Change in status for Latoya Britton (Lunchroom Supervisor, $15.97/hour) and others
- Continuing contracts (tenure) for Jillian Alli, Kristin Campbell, Casey Graham, Kelley Wachhaus
- Collective bargaining agreement with Monitors Unit for July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022
Special Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights school board is holding a special session to receive a reopening update from the superintendent and to discuss the second reading of Board Policy 2266 on nondiscrimination based on sex in education programs. The meeting also includes procedural items like roll call and adjournment.
- Reopening update presented by Superintendent Elizabeth Kirby
- Second reading of Board Policy 2266 on nondiscrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities
- Motion to adjourn meeting, carried
Board Retreat
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a retreat, starting with an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters. In open session, the board approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including one retirement, four resignations, one assignment rescission, and several new appointments. The board also received a first reading of Policy #2266 on nondiscrimination based on sex in education programs.
- Approved retirement of Judith Spainhoward, Intervention Specialist Teacher, effective 06/30/2021
- Approved resignations of Karly Bowman, Carrie Reilly, Robert Seton, and Laura Skehan, effective 6/30/2021
- Rescinded Daniel Russell's wrestling head coach assignment (salary $3,562)
- Approved new appointments including Gillian Cox (girls lacrosse assistant, $3,562), Daniel Russell (baseball head coach, $2,850), Jason Young (wrestling head coach, $3,562), and Toni White (technology coach, $353 per report)
- First reading of Policy #2266 on nondiscrimination on the basis of sex in education programs
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session, approving a consent agenda that included personnel resignations, appointments, status changes, a leave of absence, and a bid for the Roxboro Middle School facade restoration. The board also received information on the strategic planning process and a reopening update.
- Approved resignations of four staff members, including Shahada Raheem (Cleaner) and Markita Rogers (General Office and Lunch Supervisor)
- Approved new appointments, including Allison Kienzle as Occupational Therapist at Roxboro Elementary and Gearity Professional Development School ($12,301.55/year) and Germaine Smith as Boys Track AC at CHHS ($3,562)
- Approved change of status for Cornelia Meier at Fairfax Elementary to Long Term Substitute (0.5 fte, $247.93/day)
- Approved unpaid leave of absence for Sharon Mabra from 3/11/2021 to 4/22/2021
- Approved resolution accepting Cleveland Building Restoration's bid for Roxboro Middle School facade restoration
Executive Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District Board held a virtual executive session on March 9, 2021, to prepare for, conduct, or review negotiations with employees regarding compensation and other employment terms. The board voted unanimously to enter the session and later adjourned. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Motion to adjourn into executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(4) for employee negotiations
- Motion carried unanimously (Yea: Beverly Wright, James Posch, Dan Heintz, Jodi Sourini, Malia Lewis)
- Meeting held virtually via YouTube and Google Meet
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education will hold a regular session, preceded by an executive session for negotiations and personnel matters. The board will vote on a resolution to waive all state-mandated standardized testing for the 2020-2021 school year, and will also consider a consent agenda covering minutes, personnel actions, a wrestling field trip, and donations. Public comments are invited at the start of the meeting.
- Resolution to waive all state-mandated standardized testing for 2020-2021
- Approval of retirements for 10 staff, including teachers and a career tech aide
- Approval of resignations for Briana Bozeman and Jerren Jennings
- Approval of appointments including a long-term sub at Boulevard Elementary ($231.92/day) and other staff
- Approval of donations totaling $944.85 to Monticello Middle and Heights High
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a work session on February 16, 2021, where it approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including retirements, resignations, new appointments, and status changes. The board also received presentations on first-semester academic data and a performance audit. The meeting was held virtually and streamed on YouTube.
- Approved retirements of Laurel Chapman (Instructional Specialist) and Michele Dawson (Gifted Intervention Teacher), effective 07/01/2021
- Approved resignations of Carmen Bowers-Betts, Charna Campbell-Cooper, and Markita Rogers
- Approved new appointments including Henderson Deal (Long-Term Sub, Social Studies, $231.92/day) and Jaquelyn Musselman (English Teacher, $247.93/day)
- Approved supplemental assignment for Edwin Mugridge as Baseball Head Coach (CHHS) at $5,343
- Reviewed 1st Semester Data and Performance Audit presentations
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a regular session, primarily approving a consent agenda that included meeting minutes, personnel appointments, leaves of absence, donations, and financial reports. The board also recognized MLK essay contest winners and other staff, and heard a student report and a community partner update.
- Approved consent agenda including new appointments (e.g., Reynaldo Boff Clinger, Preschool Associate at Noble Elementary, $12.52/hr) and supplemental athletic coaching stipends up to $7,837
- Approved change of status for Carrie Reilly to School Psychologist (0.4 fte, $76,675/year) and Sharon Earle to School Bus Driver ($16.88/hr)
- Approved unpaid leaves for Caitlin Baker (2/8-4/30/2021) and Aleacer Tripp (2/10-6/3/2021)
- Accepted donations totaling $1,006 to various schools (e.g., $500 from Heights Schools Foundation to Roxboro Middle)
- Approved revised Cash Position Reports for November and December 2020
Work Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a virtual work session on January 12, 2021. The board approved a consent agenda covering personnel actions, including retirements, a resignation, a new appointment, and status changes. The meeting also included a presentation on the district's reopening plan.
- Approved retirements of Lorna Askew (Intervention Specialist) and Jeannetta Russell (Second Grade Teacher), effective 06/30/2021
- Approved resignation of George Manning (Bus Driver), effective 1/6/2021
- Approved new appointment of Marilyn Doss as Nurse Paraprofessional at $16.61/hour, effective 1/14/2021
- Approved change of status for Joanne Berkovitz (School Psychologist) from .6 to .8 FTE, effective 1/20/2021
- Heard reopening update presented by Felisha Gould, Assistant Superintendent
Organizational Meeting
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting, electing a Board President and Vice President, appointing a Treasurer Pro Tem, and approving a consent agenda of routine items. The board also entered executive session to discuss pending litigation and employee negotiations. All votes were unanimous.
- Elected Board President and Vice President for 2021
- Appointed a Board member as Treasurer Pro Tem
- Approved board member remuneration at the maximum rate permitted by Ohio law
- Approved the FY22 alternative tax budget
- Approved a list of District Legal Counsel including multiple law firms
Regular Session
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights Board of Education held a regular session, primarily approving a consent agenda that included meeting minutes, personnel actions, and business contracts. The board also recognized students and staff, and heard a student report. Public comments were accepted via a form.
- Approved retirement of Lynda Holland, Confidential Administrative Assistant, effective 12/31/2020
- Approved resignations of Bryan Loretz Sr. (Head Security Monitor) and Jacquelyn Powell (Kindergarten Aide), effective 1/8/2021
- Approved termination of Kevin Agee, School Bus Driver, effective 1/4/2021
- Approved new appointments including Therese Prendergast (Long-Term Substitute Teacher, $255.34/day) and Carrie Reilly (Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist, $284.99/day)
- Approved quarterly contracts for Oct 1-Dec 31, 2020, including Cuyahoga County amendment and The Princeton Review