Columbus City Schools public meetings in 2021

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a regular business meeting on December 21, 2021. They received the Monthly Financial Report for November 2021, which reflected a revised annual plan with revenues dropping to $793 million and expenditures to $776 million due to the new state funding model. The board adopted an amendment to Board Policy 2421 on Career-Technical Education and re-employed Internal Auditor Carolyn Smith through July 31, 2024. They also tabled the Board Monitoring Calendar, adopted the Board Implementation Timeline with amendments, and discussed safety and facilities updates.

• Monthly Financial Report: revenues drop to $793M, expenditures to $776M under new state funding model
• Amendment to Board Policy 2421 on Career-Technical Education adopted
• Resolution re-employing Internal Auditor Carolyn Smith from August 2021 through July 2024 approved
• Board Monitoring Calendar tabled by a vote of 7-0
• Safety update presented by Director Chris Ward

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will consider awarding a design-build contract to Trane for HVAC renovations at Colerain, Maize, Woodward Park, and Como elementary schools. They will also vote on a contract amendment for Turner Construction for Phase 11 HVAC overhaul and a change order for Johnson Controls for an emergency roof replacement at Broadleigh Elementary.

• Award of design-build contract to Trane, U.S., Inc., for HVAC Renovations Phase XIV at Colerain, Maize, Woodward Park, and Como elementary schools.
• Contract Amendment No.1 for Construction Manager at Risk Services to Turner Construction for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project.
• Approval of Change Order No.1 to Johnson Controls, Inc., for emergency roof replacement at Broadleigh Elementary School.

FINANCE & APPRPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed a budget transfer moving school counseling to the Equity department, received the November 2021 monthly financial report showing a reduced forecast due to new state funding model, and discussed a 10-year financial projection to assess potential need for future operating levies. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes and previewed the Treasurer's Office intranet site.

• Budget transfer for School Counseling from Academic Services to Equity Department
• November 2021 financial report: total revenues drop to $793 million, expenditures to $776 million under new forecast
• Discussion of 10-year projection (FY2027-2031) to evaluate timing and amount of future tax levy requests
• Proposed 2022 meeting calendar approved
• Preview of new Treasurer's Office intranet site

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will convene to approve the previous meeting's minutes, vote on Board Policy 2421 (Career Technical Education policy with adjusted language), and vote on Board Bylaw 0169.1 (tracked edits). The committee will also discuss future policy reviews.

• Approval of minutes from the November 11, 2021 committee meeting
• Vote on Board Policy 2421 (CTE policy with adjusted language)
• Vote on Board Bylaw 0169.1 (tracked edits)
• Discussion of future policy reviews

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board approved a consent agenda including two purchase service agreements: $250,480 with Edgenuity for K-8 digital curriculum and $143,805 with School Specialty for literacy intervention. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and a superintendent's report.

• Approved $250,480 contract with Edgenuity Inc. for digital curriculum for grades K-8 (Item 12.1)
• Approved $143,805 contract with School Specialty LLC for literacy intervention resources (Item 12.2)
• Approved minutes from November 10 special meeting and November 16 regular meeting (Item 9.1)
• Superintendent presented an executive report with a facility master plan presentation (Item 4.1)
• No public comments were recorded (Item 3.1)

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership (NSDP) committee will consider awarding two design-build contracts for HVAC renovations at five schools: Valleyview, Westgate Alternative, West Broad, North Linden, and Westmoor Middle. A contract amendment for engineer services on the Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project is also up for action. The committee will also approve meeting minutes and a 2022 calendar.

• Contract amendment for Engineer of Record Services to M Consultants, LLC for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project (Project No. 22001)
• Award of design-build contract to Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc. for HVAC Renovations Phase XIII-A: Valleyview, Westgate Alternative, and West Broad elementary schools
• Award of design-build contract to Prodigy Building Solutions, LLC for HVAC Renovations Phase XIII-B: North Linden Elementary and Westmoor Middle School
• Approval of draft minutes from September 23, 2021, and Technical Oversight minutes from November 11, 2021
• Discussion and adoption of the 2022 NSDP Calendar of Meetings

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved a consent agenda including a $50,000 contract with School Scheduling Associates LLC for master scheduling support to improve inclusive practices for students with disabilities. The board also discussed the manifestation of emotional trauma on students and reviewed board monitoring calendar and implementation timeline.

• Approved $50,000 service agreement with School Scheduling Associates LLC for scheduling support (funded by ESSER funds)
• Discussed the manifestation of emotional trauma on students, led by President Adair
• Reviewed the Board Monitoring Calendar and Board Implementation Timeline
• Heard the Superintendent's Report, Internal Audit Report, and Monthly Financial Report for October 2021
• Board members abstained on certain consent items: Dr. Pierce on agreements with Ohio State University, Ashland University, and Ohio Dept. of Education; President Adair on personnel item 18.1

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will meet to discuss proposed changes to Board Policy 2421 on Career Technical Education and Board Bylaw 0169.1. They will also approve minutes from the October 14 meeting.

• Discuss Board Policy 2421 (Career Technical Education) with adjusted language
• Discuss Board Bylaw 0169.1 tracked edits
• Approve minutes from October 14, 2021 meeting

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Board of Education held a work session to review a facilities master plan. Dennis Paben of Legat Architects presented a simulation and discussion regarding the plan.

• Facilities Master Plan Simulation and Discussion presented by Legat Architects

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Finance & Appropriations Committee received the October 2021 financial report, showing total revenues $67 million below plan due to state funding model changes, while expenditures were $83 million under plan and the cash balance stood at $372 million. The committee also reviewed quarterly updates on ESSER pandemic relief funds (with spending deadlines through 2024) and self-sustaining enterprise funds including food service, latchkey, adult education, athletics, and WCBE radio. Treasurer Bahorek presented a reorganization of his office, introducing a new leadership team of seven directors and executives.

• Monthly financial report: YTD revenues $337.7M vs plan $404.5M (-16.5%), YTD expenditures $248.2M vs plan $331.0M (-25.0%), ending cash balance $372.5M ($16M above plan)
• ESSER funds quarterly update: ESSER I funds end Sept. 30, 2022; ESSER II end Sept. 30, 2023; ARP ESSER end Sept. 2024; strategies include technology, additional custodians, and calendar adjustments
• Enterprise funds quarterly presentations: Food Service, Adult Education, Latchkey, Athletics, and WCBE Radio Station
• Treasurer's office reorganization: new leadership team includes Scott Gooding (Exec. Dir. Finance), Terry Addison (Dir. Finance and Budget), Tito Reynolds (Exec. Dir. Financial Operations), Karen Sybert (Dir. Financial Operations), Jenny Vanover (Exec. Dir. Data and Processes), Rebekah Roe (Dir. Financial Process Improvement), and Erik Roush (Exec. Dir. Financial Affairs)
• Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board received a five-year forecast projecting a $235 million increase in ending cash balance due to a new state aid formula. It adopted interim district goals and approved a consent agenda including a $575,000 annual contract with Healthcare Billing Services for Medicaid billing support.

• Five-year forecast shows $235M cash balance increase from new state aid formula (HB110)
• Resolution to adopt interim district goals (21-22-776)
• Authority to enter into purchase of service agreement with Healthcare Billing Services, Inc. for $575,000 per year (FY22-24)
• Approval of consent agenda covering items 9.1 through 23.7
• Resolution to adopt amended professional development conference schedule (21-22-777)

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee of Columbus City Schools will approve minutes and the 2022 meeting calendar, discuss the 2022 activities presentation template, and receive Office of Internal Audit reports including new staff, consulting engagements, charter discussion, and activity dashboard. The Treasurer/CFO will present on major financial and accounting risks. Most items are routine oversight.

• Approve 2022 Audit & Accountability Calendar of Meetings
• Discuss 2022 Calendar of Activities presentation template
• Request for Consulting Engagements (no dollar amount specified)
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Presentation on Major Financial & Accounting Risks by Treasurer/CFO

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session to discuss implementation strategies regarding goals and guardrails. The discussion was facilitated by AJ Crabill from the Council of the Great City Schools.

• Discussion on Implementation Strategies of Goals and Guardrails

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a successor collective bargaining agreement with the Columbus School Employees Association, effective through July 31, 2023. Superintendent Talisa Dixon reported on vaccine clinics, contact tracing, N95 mask fittings, and the facilities master plan. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $78,000 purchase service agreement with Ohio State University for gifted teacher training, and held public hearings on re-employing three retired bus drivers.

• Resolution approving collective bargaining agreement with Columbus School Employees Association (21-21-739)
• Monthly financial report for September 2021: total revenues $52 million below plan, expenditures $62 million below plan through August
• Public hearings on re-employment of retired bus drivers Weltha M. Haynes, Joyce A. Mix, and Wendy G. Watson
• Authorization to enter into purchase service agreement with Ohio State University for gifted teacher training at $78,000 (21-21-743)
• Superintendent report on vaccine clinics, contact tracing, N95 mask fittings, and facilities master plan

GOVERNANCE POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance Policy & Advocacy Committee will review proposed revisions to Board Policy 2421, which governs Career-Technical Education (CTE) programs, and discuss Board Bylaw 0169.1. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and handle routine procedural items.

• Review revisions to Board Policy 2421 regarding CTE programs
• Review and discuss Board Bylaw 0169.1

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed the September 2021 monthly financial report, noting revenues $52 million below plan and expenditures $62 million below plan, with cash balance $10 million above plan at $437 million. The committee also discussed the November 2021 Five Year Forecast, which incorporates a new state aid funding formula that funds students where educated and removes deductions for community schools and scholarships, projecting a net $235 million increase in ending cash balance over five years. The meeting approved the minutes from September 15, 2021.

• September 2021 minutes approved
• September monthly financial report: revenues $320.8M YTD vs plan $372.9M, expenditures $166.7M vs plan $229.0M, cash balance $437.1M above plan
• November Five Year Forecast presented with new state funding formula (HB110) — funds students where educated, removes community school/scholarship deductions
• Projected ending cash balance increased net $235 million over five years due to new formula

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education adopted a second reading of amendments to Board Bylaw 0169.1 on public participation at board meetings, requiring a two-thirds vote for adoption. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $184,950 purchase agreement with Ashland University for professional development courses and a $150,000 service agreement with Curriculum Associates for assessment and coaching. Superintendent Dr. Talisa Dixon reported on COVID-19 data, vaccine clinics, safety, and the facilities master plan.

• Approved amendments to Board Bylaw 0169.1 (Public Participation at Board Meetings) on a 6-1 vote (Reyes, Adair, Beckerle, Brown, Cole, Pierce yes; Ragland no)
• Authorized $184,950 agreement with Ashland University's Founders School of Continuing Education for up to 27 Outreach courses for certificated staff
• Authorized $150,000 service agreement with Curriculum Associates, Inc. for assessment data analysis and teacher coaching using ESSER funds
• Heard Superintendent's report covering World Teachers' Day, National Custodial Workers Day, National School Lunch Week, vaccine clinics, safety, facilities master plan, and COVID-19 data
• Internal Auditor reported on Audit Committee meeting, OIA educational session, staffing framework, and risk management

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The NSDP committee will consider approving a change order for roof repairs at Centennial High School and awarding a design-build contract to Johnson Controls for HVAC renovations at Broadleigh Elementary, Fairwood Elementary, Johnson Park Middle, and Yorktown Middle Schools. The committee will also discuss a Facilities Master Plan overview and calendar revisions. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Approval of Change Order No. 2 to Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal for Centennial High School roof upgrades
• Award of design-build contract to Johnson Controls for HVAC renovations at Broadleigh, Fairwood, Johnson Park, and Yorktown schools
• Discussion of Facilities Master Plan overview
• Discussion of calendar revisions

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee will approve minutes, receive an educational session on the Three Lines Model, review the internal audit activity and dashboard report, discuss the Office of Internal Audit staffing progression framework, and consider major operational risks. The meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Educational session: Three Lines Model overview
• Introduction to OIA Staffing Progression Framework
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Discussion of major operational risks

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a regular business meeting on September 21, 2021, primarily acting on a consent agenda. Key items approved include a $701,480 purchase agreement with Guitar Center for specialized masks for music students, funded by federal ESSER II relief, and a resolution affirming commitment to Career Advising Policy 2413. One board member voted against a separate consent item for bottled water purchase from Friends Service Company. The board also received monthly financial reports and appointed Ramona Reyes as treasurer pro tempore.

• Authority to enter into purchase agreement with Guitar Center for specialized music masks, not to exceed $701,480, using ESSER II funds
• Resolution affirming commitment to Board Policy 2413 on career advising without changes
• Board member James Ragland voted nay on consent item 15.2: Authority to purchase bottled water from Friends Service Company
• Monthly Financial Report for July & August 2021 presented by Executive Budget Director
• Appointment of Ramona Reyes as treasurer pro tempore for the meeting

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The committee approved minutes and two budget transfers ($8,080 for Project Connect and $164,451 for Student Services). Members received an update on $450 million in federal ESSER COVID relief funds and reviewed monthly financial reports showing revenues $15.7M below plan but expenditures $41.5M below plan, resulting in a cash balance $26M above plan. The committee also discussed the schedule for upcoming topics including a five-year forecast and levy discussions.

• Approved $8,080 transfer for Project Connect from Engagement to Student Services
• Approved $164,451 budget increase for Student Services due to department reorganization
• ESSER quarterly update: $450M in federal COVID-19 funds available over 3.5 years
• Monthly financial report: YTD cash balance $479.7M vs. plan $453.9M ($25.8M above plan)
• Discussed schedule including five-year forecast (Oct) and operating levy discussions (Nov–Dec)

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda including a $170,000 purchase-of-service agreement with Schoolinks Inc. for an Ohio-specific graduation tracking system, a $16,910.94 textbook purchase from Macmillan Holdings LLC for Honors ELA courses, and a resolution adopting the amended professional development conference schedule for 2021-2022. The superintendent also reported on transportation concerns, customer service improvements, route efficiency, and driver recruitment. One board member abstained on item 23.2 involving Ohio State University.

• Authority to enter into a $170,000 purchase-of-service agreement with Schoolinks Inc. for graduation tracking, funded by ESSER funds
• Authority to enter into a $16,910.94 textbook purchase agreement with Macmillan Holdings LLC (Bedford, Freeman, and Worth Publishing) for Honors ELA
• Resolution to adopt the amended Professional Development Conference Schedule for 2021-2022 SY
• Consent agenda approved with one abstention (Dr. Tina Pierce on item 23.2, Authority to Enter into a Purchase of Service Agreement with The Ohio State University)
• Superintendent reported on transportation concerns, customer service, route efficiency, and driver recruitment

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee will consider revisions to its charter and receive an IT risk assessment report. Members will also hear updates on technology operations, capital improvement projects, and compliance efforts. The committee will review a whistleblower hotline policy status report and internal audit activity dashboard.

• Charter revision for the Audit & Accountability Committee
• IT risk assessment report
• Information technology update from CIO
• Operation: Fix It update from Office of Capital Improvements
• Whistleblower and fraud hotline policy status report

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING - RESCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This is a procedural meeting of the Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee, rescheduled from August 26 to September 2, 2021. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, committee operations, and a report from the Office of Internal Audit, but no specific findings or decisions are detailed in the posted agenda.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Committee operations discussion (item 4.01 labeled 'Copy')
• Office of Internal Audit Report (items 5.01–5.03, all labeled 'Copy')
• Item 6 labeled 'XXXXXX' with no description

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education adopted its agenda and heard a public comment from Lois Carson. It approved the consent agenda and the minutes from prior meetings, and gave notice of public hearings on the re‑employment of three retired bus drivers. The board considered and recommended authorizing a purchase‑of‑service agreement with Project Lead the Way, Inc. for up to $50,000 funded by the FY22 Perkins Grant.

• Approve $50,000 purchase‑of‑service agreement with Project Lead the Way, Inc.
• Notice of public hearing on re‑employment of Weltha M. Haynes (bus driver)
• Notice of public hearing on re‑employment of Joyce A. Mix (bus driver)
• Notice of public hearing on re‑employment of Wendy G. Watson (bus driver)
• Approval of the consent agenda (items 10.1‑24.13)

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee approved the June 9, 2021 minutes and reviewed the June 2021 financial report. It then approved a $91,020 budget increase for the FY 2021‑2022 Voucher Project Litigation dues. The committee adjourned at 4:19 p.m.

• Approved June 9, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried).
• Reviewed June 2021 financial report: $38,516,293 revenue, $166,066,468 expenditures, $283,017,328 cash balance.
• Approved $91,020 FY 2021‑2022 budget request for Voucher Project Litigation dues.
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (motion carried).

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education discussed and voted to table a first reading of an amendment to Board Policy 0169.1, which governs public participation at board meetings. The board also approved a consent agenda that included contracts such as a $125,000 renewal with OSU Chabad House for the LifeTown program and a $354,025 service agreement with Enome Inc. for GoalBook Toolkit. Several board members registered exceptions on specific consent items.

• First reading of Amendment to Board Policy 0169.1 - Public Participation at Board Meetings tabled after split vote (5-2 to waive second reading, then unanimously tabled).
• Authority to renew $125,000 agreement with OSU Chabad House for LifeTown program for K-1 students with disabilities (consent item 13.1).
• Authority to enter $354,025 service agreement with Enome Inc. (GoalBook Toolkit) for special education IEP development (consent item 13.2).
• Consent agenda approved with exceptions: Board member Eric Brown voted against NPR, Public Radio International, and American Public Media WCBE membership items; Dr. Tina Pierce abstained on items 13.1, 13.5, and 19.1.

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (RETREAT)

This is a special board meeting retreat focused on a facilitated discussion with AJ Crabill of the Council of the Great City Schools regarding implementation strategies of the board's goals and guardrails. No votes were taken on policy or financial matters; the meeting consisted of procedural items and the facilitated discussion.

• Facilitated discussion on Implementation Strategies of Goals and Guardrails with AJ Crabill, Council of the Great City Schools

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (RETREAT)

This is a special board meeting (retreat) of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education. The board convened, adopted the agenda, and then held a discussion with AJ Crabill of the Council of the Great City Schools on implementation strategies for goals and guardrails. The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.

• Discussion facilitated by AJ Crabill, Council of the Great City Schools, on Implementation Strategies of Goals and Guardrails

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a regular business meeting, going into executive session for labor negotiations. They adopted amendments to board policies, including changes referencing bargaining units, and approved the consent agenda containing multiple items. Notable actions include nominations for OSBA awards and a $325,000 agreement with Ohio State University.

• Executive session for preparation of negotiations with public employees (ORS 121.22(G)(4))
• Second reading and adoption of amendments to Board Policies po3220.03 and po3223, replacing 'member of the CEA Bargaining unit' with other terms
• Nomination of Dr. Mysheika W. Roberts, City of Columbus Health Commissioner, as OSBA Friend of Public Education
• Nomination of Robin Chapman, Assistant Director of Food Services, as OSBA Exemplary School Employee
• Approval of consent agenda including agreement with The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology for $325,000 (General Fund)

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will consider approving Change Order No.22 for renovations at Brookhaven High School and Dominion Middle School. Members will also hear a presentation on ESSER funding overview and proposed project timelines. Routine items include approval of previous meeting minutes and adjournment.

• Approval of Change Order No.22 to Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc. for renovations at Brookhaven HS (CCS #720) and Dominion MS (CCS #140) under Project #19022
• Presentation on ESSER Projects funding overview and proposed project timelines
• Approval of minutes from Technical Oversight meeting 06-17-21 and NSDP meeting 05-27-21
• Community Inclusion Report with no action items

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee of Columbus City Schools will meet virtually to approve minutes, discuss a charter revision, and review the Office of Internal Audit's FY 2022 Risk Assessment & Annual Audit Plan. The committee will also receive an internal audit activity and dashboard report. Legal and ethical compliance items were postponed, and no external audits are scheduled.

• Committee charter revision discussion
• Review of OIA FY 2022 Risk Assessment & Annual Audit Plan
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Postponed legal and ethical compliance item

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education voted to adopt Policy 5000 on transgender and gender variant students, approved a resolution endorsing the Fair School Funding Plan and direct funding of charter schools, and adopted a consent agenda including contracts and a calamity day plan. The board also heard a superintendent report on reopening plans and received a monthly financial report.

• Second reading and adoption of Policy 5000 on transgender and gender variant students
• Resolution to endorse direct funding of community schools and re-affirm support for the Fair School Funding Plan
• Adoption of calamity day make-up plan for 2021-2022 using 'blizzard bags' and web access
• Consent agenda includes service agreement with Ohio State University Sports Medicine Center
• Consent agenda includes agreements with Catapult Learning West, LLC and Catapult Learning, LLC

GOVERNANCE POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance Policy & Advocacy Committee of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education will meet via teleconference to approve minutes from April 8, 2021, and review revisions to multiple board policies. Key revisions include policies on transgender and gender variant students, tax budget preparation, property inventory, accounting for capital assets, controversial issues, and standards-based evaluations for teachers, licensed support professionals, and school counselors. No votes or final decisions are scheduled during this review session.

• Review of revised Policy po5000 on Transgender and Gender Variant Students
• Review of revised Policy po6220 on Tax Budget Preparation
• Review of revised Policy po2240 on Controversial Issues
• Review of revised Policy po3220 on Standards Based Teacher Evaluation
• Review of revised Policy po7450 on Property Inventory

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee approved minutes, heard the May 2021 monthly financial report, and discussed fund transfers for the Latchkey program (anticipated $2M deficit requiring a general fund advance) and WCBE ($750,000 advance). They also scheduled quarterly ESSER funding updates and reviewed information from a 2020 levy committee for a possible permanent improvement levy. A discussion on returning to in-person meetings with a remote option was also held.

• Latchkey Program faces $2M deficit; general fund advance to occur June 30
• WCBE Program requires $750,000 advance from general fund, to be approved by board June 29
• ESSER federal funding quarterly review schedule set for Sept 2021–June 2022
• Permanent improvement levy discussed based on 2020 Levy Committee materials
• May 2021 financial report shows YTD revenues $31.9M above plan, cash balance $410.6M

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Board of Education voted to join the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy of School Funding to oppose the deduction of voucher funds from the district, paying $2 per pupil in dues. The Board also approved the termination of teacher Michelle Milner based on a referee's recommendation. A consent agenda was approved with one item removed and several abstentions.

• Joined lawsuit against state school voucher deductions, paying $2-per-pupil dues to Ohio Coalition
• Terminated teacher Michelle Milner effective immediately
• Consent agenda approved with item 19.7 removed (resolution delegating authority to superintendent/treasurer)
• James Ragland voted no on custodial supplies contract with Friends Service Company (item 16.18)
• Dr. Tina Pierce abstained on textbook purchase and OARnet maintenance agreements (items 13.1, 15.1, 15.2)

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will consider awarding several contracts for school facility projects, including HVAC overhauls, track renovations, and lighting upgrades. A presentation on the Construction Manager-at-Risk model is also scheduled. The committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Award contract for HVAC overhaul phases 12-14 to Advanced Engineering Consultants
• Award contract for Phase 11 HVAC engineer of record services to M-Engineering
• Award general contract for track renovations at Eastmoor Academy and Whetstone high schools to Vasco Sports Contractors
• Award two contracts for lighting upgrades under 'Operation: Fix It' to MAK Engineering and Evolved Lighting Solutions
• Award construction manager at risk services for Phase 11 HVAC to Turner Construction

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board voted to accept the transfer of the Don Scott Territory from Dublin City School District under a 2016 agreement. They also discussed potential voucher litigation. Treasurer Bahorek presented a student transportation fleet replacement plan with a proposed $80 million fund transfer. The board recognized seniors in the Young Scholars Program and approved a consent agenda including a $33,250 purchase of VEX Robotics supplies.

• Approved resolution to accept Don Scott Territory transfer from Dublin City School District
• Discussed potential voucher litigation
• Presented Student Transportation Fleet Replacement Plan with proposed $80 million transfer to Permanent Improvement Fund
• Recognized 16 seniors from Young Scholars Program receiving free tuition to Ohio State University
• Approved consent agenda including $33,250 purchase of VEX Robotics supplies for Northland High School

GOVERNANCE POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Columbus City Schools Governance Policy & Advocacy Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• The cancelled meeting included scheduled review of revisions to board policies, including transgender and gender variant students policy (po5000) and others.

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee voted to recommend an 11-year student transportation fleet replacement plan to the full Board of Education, funded by an $80 million transfer from the General Fund to a permanent improvement fund. They also reviewed the April 2021 monthly financial report, a TIF revenue analysis showing positive variance, and a treasurer's office reorganization plan. The committee approved the April minutes and adjourned.

• Resolution recommending $80 million transfer for 11-year bus replacement plan targeting average fleet age of 6 years by 2030
• April 2021 monthly financial report: revenues $48.8M vs plan $37.5M (30.1% variance), expenditures $97.5M vs plan $97.2M
• TIF revenue analysis for Tax Year 2019: actual collections $79,998,059 vs estimated $76,231,455, a positive variance of $3,766,604
• Treasurer's Office reorganization plan repurposing 4 positions and creating 8 new positions across three functional groups

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a regular business meeting. They approved a consent agenda including purchases for Apple equipment and Wilson reading materials, and adopted amendments to the Policy Review Committee charter. The board also received reports on the five-year forecast and school reopening plans, and held a public hearing on re-employing a retired administrator.

• Approval of consent agenda: $405,139.70 to Wilson Language Training Corp. for reading intervention materials (ESSER funds)
• Approval of consent agenda: $98,275.00 to Apple Inc. for 50 computers and software for CTE graphic design students
• Second reading and adoption of amendments to Charter of Policy Review Committee
• Public hearing on re-employment of Dr. Sheryl L. Stephens as part-time hourly administrator
• Presentation of May Five-Year Forecast by Treasurer

SPECIAL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session via Zoom. They discussed an equity-focused vision of governance for the district, including defining equity, non-negotiables, and next steps. The meeting included procedural items like adopting the agenda and adjourning.

• Discussion on Equity-Focused Vision of Governance led by Chief Equity Officer Dr. Dionne Blue

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education will meet virtually on April 22, 2021. The agenda includes approval of minutes, discussion of a draft committee charter, and receiving reports from the Office of Internal Audit, including a request to release reports and an activity dashboard. Additionally, the committee will hear a safety and security update from Assistant Director Robert Collins.

• Discussion of draft A&A Committee Charter
• Request for release of Internal Audit Report(s)
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Safety & Security Update by Assistant Director Robert Collins

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

At the regular board meeting on April 20, 2021, the Columbus Board of Education adopted the agenda, approved the consent agenda, and adopted the Columbus City Schools Portrait of a Graduate and its goals. The board also authorized two equipment purchase agreements: $139,500 for Yaskawa Motoman industrial robots and related curriculum for Beechcroft High School, and $114,300 for PLC and AC/DC trainer systems for multiple high schools. All motions were carried with no opposing votes.

• Adopted Columbus City Schools Portrait of a Graduate and district goals (Resolution 21-9-168)
• First reading of proposed amendments to the Charter of the Policy Review Committee
• Approval of the consent agenda covering items 10.1–23.7
• Authorization to purchase robotics equipment and curriculum for Beechcroft High School – $139,500 (IST Ohio contract)
• Authorization to purchase PLC and AC/DC trainer systems for district schools – $114,300 (Advanced Technologies Consultants contract)

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee of Columbus City Schools received the May 2021 Five-Year Forecast and a five-year staffing plan from the Superintendent's senior leadership team. The committee also reviewed the March 2021 Monthly Financial Report, which showed year-to-date revenues of $884.4 million, expenditures of $666.1 million, and an ending cash balance of $503.7 million. Minutes from the March 10 meeting were approved.

• Monthly Financial Report for March 2021: YTD revenues $884,392,748 vs. plan $856,882,000; YTD expenditures $666,097,586 vs. plan $731,279,700; ending cash balance $503,681,717
• May 2021 Five-Year Forecast presented with assumptions and staffing plan from multiple district chiefs
• Staffing plan presented by Chief Academic Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, and others

SPECIAL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING

This was a special work session of the Columbus Board of Education focused on a facilitated discussion of the five-year strategic plan goal setting process. The board reviewed proposed Board Goals (strengthen reading proficiency, develop portrait-ready graduates, close opportunity gaps) and Board Guardrails (fund intervention supports, prioritize a whole-child focus, align resources equitably, ensure a culturally responsive staff). No votes were taken on substantive policy.

• Discussion of five-year strategic plan goal setting process facilitated by AJ Crabill of the Council of Great City Schools
• Board Goals: Strengthen Reading Proficiency, Develop Portrait Ready Graduates, Close Opportunity Gaps
• Board Guardrails: Fund Intervention Supports, Prioritize a Whole-Child Focus, Align Resources Equitably, Ensure a Culturally Responsive Staff

POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING

The Policy Review Committee will convene, approve minutes from its February 11 meeting, and review proposed revisions to the Board Charter. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021
• Review of revisions to the Board Charter

The Committee reviewed and modified proposed changes to its charter. It voted to recommend that the Board adopt these revisions. The minutes from the February 11, 2021 meeting were also approved.

• Approved February 11, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recommended Board adoption of revised Committee charter

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education met via Zoom and approved a consent agenda with several items. The superintendent announced that in-person summer school and in-person fall learning will be offered. The board also appointed Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore for the meeting.

• Appointed Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore for the meeting due to treasurer's absence
• Approved a resolution to award high school diplomas to Angela Leigh Hubler, Deija King, and Tina Rochelle Taylor through the Ohio 22+ Adult High School Diploma Program
• Authorized up to $50,000 in consulting services through Ohio Excels, funded by a JP Morgan Chase grant for regional academic and career pathway alignment
• Superintendent announced that in-person summer school and in-person learning will be available for students this fall
• Approved minutes from the March 16, 2021 regular meeting as part of the consent agenda

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership committee will vote on four general contracts under the "Operation: Fix It" program, including security upgrades at multiple schools, asphalt paving, and roof repairs at Centennial High School. No discussion items are scheduled; the agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Award to T-Built Construction Services for security upgrades at Cranbrook Elementary, Moler Elementary, Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys, Westmoor Middle School, Yorktown Middle School
• Award to Sheedy Paving, Inc. for indefinite quantity asphalt paving contract
• Award to Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. for Centennial High School Roof Upgrades Phase II
• Award to Setterlin Building Company for security upgrades at Beechcroft High School, Columbus Alternative High School, Marion Franklin High School, Walnut Ridge High School

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board approved the consent agenda, which included naming the Spruce Run Nature Center and authorizing purchases of student pedometers ($317,106) and recess kits ($423,000) using CARES Act funds, as well as an Apple Inc. agreement ($199,550). The board also heard a monthly financial report and public comments.

• Approved naming facility at 4175 Sunbury Road as Spruce Run Nature Center.
• Authorized $317,106.30 from CARES Act for individual student pedometers for grades 3-5.
• Authorized $423,000 from CARES Act for recess kits (playground ball, jump rope, bean bag, sidewalk chalk) for grades K-5.
• Authorized $199,550.20 agreement with Apple Inc. (budget source from City of Columbus, likely CARES Act).
• Received monthly financial report showing $452.1 million ending cash balance as of February 2021.

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed the February 2021 monthly financial report, which showed year-to-date revenues of $753,896,291 and expenditures of $587,205,894. They also heard presentations from multiple departments for their FY 2022 General Fund non-personnel budget requests. The committee approved the minutes from the February 10, 2021 meeting and adjourned.

• Monthly financial report for February 2021: YTD revenues $753,896,291, expenditures $587,205,894, ending cash balance $452,076,951
• FY 2022 General Fund non-personnel budget presentations from 12 departments including Academic Services, Accountability, Administrative Services, Business & Operations, and others
• Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Committee members present: Eric Brown, Michael Cole, Jack Green, Katie Johnson, Jeff Jordan, James Ragland; Jordan Miller absent
• Meeting adjourned at 5:38 p.m.

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Board approved a resolution urging the Ohio General Assembly to ensure students are not penalized by state assessments for graduation during the 2020-2021 school year. They also approved a consent agenda including a $288,750 purchase agreement with Kami for digital learning tools. A public hearing was noticed for May 5, 2021 on re-employment of retired administrator Sheryl L. Stephens.

• Resolution passed urging state to not penalize students by state assessments for graduation
• Consent agenda includes $288,750 purchase agreement with Kami for digital classroom tool
• Public hearing set for May 5, 2021 on re-employment of retired administrator Sheryl L. Stephens
• Superintendent presented update on secondary students' return to school
• Internal auditor presented report on Audit & Accountability Committee meeting and activity dashboard

SPECIAL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING (CANCELED)

This meeting was a special board work session that was canceled. The agenda included a discussion on a five-year strategic plan goal-setting process facilitated by AJ Crabill of the Council of Great City Schools, but no action was taken due to the cancellation.

• Canceled meeting with planned discussion on five-year strategic plan goal setting
• Facilitator: AJ Crabill, Council of Great City Schools

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership is meeting to consider and vote on awarding four general contracts for restroom and security upgrades at multiple Columbus schools under the "Operation: Fix It" program. No discussion items are scheduled; the meeting will focus on approving minutes and the proposed contract awards.

• Award contract to Setterlin Building Company for restroom upgrades at Windsor STEM Academy, Columbus Gifted Academy, Columbus City Prep for Boys, Sherwood Middle, Eastmoor Academy, and Walnut Ridge High (Group C).
• Award contract to Tyevco, Inc. for restroom upgrades at Lindbergh, Moler, Westgate Alternative, Valleyview Elementary, Buckeye Middle, Westmoor Middle, and Marion-Franklin High (Group D).
• Award contract to Lehman Daman Construction for security upgrades at Highland, West Broad, Indian Springs, and Winterset Elementary (Group B).
• Award contract to Miles-McClellan Construction for security upgrades at Centennial High, Eastmoor Academy, Briggs High, Johnson Park Middle, and Buckeye Middle (Group D).

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee will consider several agenda items, including approval of the meeting minutes and a draft amendment to its charter. Members will discuss a request to release internal audit report(s) and review the Internal Audit Activity and Dashboard Report. The COO and CFO will present major operational, financial, and accounting risk reports.

• Approve the meeting minutes (Item 3.01)
• Amended Audit & Accountability Charter – draft (Item 4.01)
• Request for release of internal audit report(s) (Item 5.01)
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report (Item 5.02)
• Major operational, financial, and accounting risk reports presented by COO and CFO (Items 6.01 & 6.02)

SPECIAL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session to discuss an equity-focused vision of governance for the district, led by Chief Equity Officer Dr. Dionne Blue. No votes or decisions were taken beyond adopting the agenda and adjourning.

• Discussion on Equity-Focused Vision of Governance led by Dr. Dionne Blue

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board approved a consent agenda including a $74,376 contract with Franklin Park Conservatory to design a K-2 summer program, and awarded diplomas to seven adult learners. A resolution honored community supporter Mrs. Lila 'Missy' Weiler. The treasurer presented a January financial report showing year-to-date revenues of $615.8 million and expenditures of $516.5 million, with an ending cash balance of $384.7 million.

• Approved $74,376 contract with Franklin Park Conservatory (No. 200172) for K-2 Growing and Going Summer Experience
• Approved resolution to award diplomas to seven adult learners through Ohio 22+ Adult High School Diploma Program
• Adopted resolution commemorating life and contributions of Mrs. Lila 'Missy' Weiler, co-founder of I Know I Can
• Received monthly financial report: YTD revenues $615.8M (4.3% above plan), YTD expenditures $516.5M (9.7% below plan)
• Superintendent reported on blended learning, CEC guidelines, vaccine distribution, summer experience, and graduation ceremonies

POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education Policy Review Committee will meet by teleconference to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss revisions to board policies, including a resolution process document. The committee will also review proposed changes to its own charter and discuss its revised charge.

• Approval of minutes from Dec. 10, 2020 meeting
• Review of revisions to board policies (po0000 RESOLUTION PROCESS)
• Discussion of revised committee charge
• Review of revisions to committee charter

The Committee approved the minutes from the December 10, 2020 meeting. Members discussed proposed revisions to Policy 0000 (Resolutions), the Committee Charge, and the Committee Charter, but took no action on these items.

• Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Public Engagement and External Communications Committee of Columbus City Schools meets to discuss its purpose, recruit new members, hear department presentations from Engagement and Communications, and consider focus areas for 2021. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is organizational in nature.

• Discuss new member recruitment
• New direction/purpose for the committee
• Update on charter process
• Department of Engagement presentation by Alesia Gillison
• Consider focus areas and potential recommendations for the school board in 2021

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee discussed federal COVID-19 relief grants, approved forwarding an $800,000 budget increase for a Facilities Master Plan consultant contract to the full Board, and reviewed the January 2021 monthly financial report showing revenues exceeding expenditures year-to-date.

• Committee voted to forward $800,000 budget increase for Facilities Master Plan consultant contract to the Board for approval
• Presentation on federal pandemic-related grants including CARES, CRF, ESSER I/II, and FEMA
• January 2021 financial report: YTD revenues $615.8M vs. $516.5M expenditures, ending cash balance $384.7M

SPECIAL BOARD WORK SESSION MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session to discuss the five-year strategic plan goal setting process, facilitated by AJ Crabill of the Council of Great City Schools. No votes or decisions were taken on the strategic plan; it was a discussion-only item. The meeting also included procedural items such as adopting the agenda and adjournment.

• Discussion of Five-Year Strategic Plan Goal Setting Process facilitated by AJ Crabill, Council of Great City Schools

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education voted to waive the $70 graduation fee for the Class of 2021 and approved a consent agenda that included a $172,178 contract for robotics equipment, awarding diplomas to six adult learners, and routine items. The board also received reports on COVID-19 analytics and a curriculum management audit.

• Resolution to waive $70 graduation fee for Class of 2021, with refunds for those already paid
• Authorization of $172,178 purchase agreement with Advanced Technologies Consultants for 10 FESTO MecLab Systems and robotics certification packages
• Resolution to award diplomas to six adults completing the Ohio 22+ Adult High School Diploma Program
• Presentation of COVID-19 Analytics and Targeted Surveillance System (CATS) report from Ohio State University
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 12, 19, and December 16, 2020

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership (NSDP) committee will consider awarding two contracts and approving one change order for facility improvements at multiple Columbus schools. Action items include a design-build HVAC contract with Trane for four schools, a general contract with T-Built Construction for restroom upgrades at six schools, and a change order to Brewer-Garrett Company for earlier HVAC work.

• Award of design-build contract to Trane for HVAC renovations at Buckeye, Northtowne, Parkmoor, and Easthaven elementary/middle schools
• Award of general contract to T-Built Construction for restroom upgrades at Avalon, Maize, Northgate, North Linden, Beechcroft, and Whetstone schools
• Approval of change order to Brewer-Garrett Company for HVAC renovations at Whetstone High School and Columbus Gifted Academy
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings (January 21, 2021 Technical Oversight; December 10, 2020 NSDP)

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The committee will vote on the 2021 audit calendar and continue discussing revisions to its charter. It will receive updates from the Office of Internal Audit, including the QAIP activity report and dashboard, but no reports are scheduled for release. An update on the NIGP engagement and a discussion of external audit involvement are also on the agenda.

• Approve Audit Committee Calendar of Activities - CY2021
• Continue discussion of A&A Committee Charter track changes
• NIGP Engagement Update
• No internal audit reports released
• Review status of QAIP activity

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session focused on the Five-Year Strategic Plan Goal Setting Process, facilitated by AJ Crabill of the Council of Great City Schools. The board adopted the agenda and adjourned after the discussion.

• Discussion of Five-Year Strategic Plan Goal Setting Process with AJ Crabill

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education convened, heard public comments, and received the monthly financial report for December 2020 showing revenues above plan and expenditures below plan, with a cash balance of $326.7M. The board adopted second-reading amendments to two board bylaws. It then approved the consent agenda, which included a $529,538.55 contract with R&A Solutions for a state-mandated educator evaluation system and a $30,000 service agreement with the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio for gifted consulting.

• Approved $529,538.55 three-year contract with R&A Solutions for OhioES educator evaluation software
• Approved $30,000 service agreement with Educational Service Center of Central Ohio for gifted consulting
• Adopted second reading amendments to Board Bylaws (21-3-25 and 21-3-26)
• Received monthly financial report: cash balance $326.7M, $76.6M over plan

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Finance & Appropriations Committee met virtually on January 13, 2021. They approved the minutes from the December 9, 2020 meeting and received a presentation from Treasurer Bahorek on the December 2020 financial report, which showed revenues $28.8M above plan year-to-date and expenditures $47.8M below plan. The ending cash balance was $326.7M, $76.6M over plan. The committee also reviewed member terms, noting that Katie Johnson and Jack Green will continue to serve and be reappointed at the next meeting.

• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2020 meeting
• Monthly financial report for December 2020: revenues +$28.8M, expenditures -$47.8M vs. plan
• Ending cash balance $326.7M, $76.6M over plan
• Committee terms update: members appointed each February, two-year terms
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom, adjourned at 4:28 p.m.

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss winter co-curricular activities during COVID-19. Superintendent Dr. Talisa Dixon announced that winter sports teams may begin in-person practices on January 15, 2021, and competitions on January 24, 2021, subject to the expiration of the current joint health advisory.

• Superintendent announced winter sports practices start Jan 15, competitions Jan 24
• Restart depends on end of joint health advisory from Columbus and Franklin County Public Health
• Presentations from Columbus Public Health, Unified Arts, and Student Activities
• Board adopted the agenda and adjourned with no other actions

2021 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education convened its 2021 Organizational Meeting, elected Jennifer A. Adair as President and Ramona Reyes as Vice‑President, and approved the calendar of board meetings for 2021. The board also appointed several district representatives to external education organizations and adopted an evaluation schedule for the Superintendent, Treasurer, and Internal Auditor. All motions were carried without opposition.

• Election of President Jennifer A. Adair
• Election of Vice‑President Ramona Reyes
• Approval of 2021 Board Meeting Calendar
• Appointment of district delegates to education associations
• Resolution to adopt evaluation schedule for Superintendent, Treasurer, and Internal Auditor

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved a consent agenda including a resolution suspending the minimum 2.0 GPA requirement for interscholastic athletics through the second grading period of 2021-2022, aligning with OHSAA rules. The board also authorized a $93,050 purchase agreement with SAVVAS for ESL student licenses using CARES Act funds, and heard superintendent reports on classroom returns and COVID-19 vaccination plans.

• Resolution suspending Policy 2431 GPA requirement for sports eligibility (passed 5-2)
• Purchase agreement with SAVVAS for $93,050 for iLit English learner licenses
• First reading of amendments to Board Bylaws on committees (0155) and legislative (0131)
• Announcement of board committee appointments for 2021
• Public comment from Shanika Sheppard and David Rhodes