Columbus City Schools public meetings in 2022

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a regular business meeting on December 20, 2022, entering executive session to discuss personnel matters, then hearing reports on transportation and board committees. The board approved a consent agenda that included a $98,437.50 contract with Curriculum Associates, Inc. for math curriculum support, and discussed transportation root causes and 2023 committee appointments.

• Approved $98,437.50 purchase of service agreement with Curriculum Associates, Inc. for math support using ESSER funds
• Continued discussion on transportation root causes
• Discussed 2023 Board Committees and Appointees
• Resolution appointing interim superintendent (item 19.5) approved with one nay vote
• Board engagement update presented by Dr. Tina Pierce

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee met on December 14, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no official votes were taken. Members heard the monthly financial report showing revenues $31 million over plan and expenditures $27.8 million under plan, and an update on ESSER pandemic relief funds. Two budget requests were presented: $160,000 for ESL test translation and $250,000 for superintendent search services.

• No quorum; meeting was informational only
• Monthly financial report: YTD revenues $473.4M vs. plan $442.4M; cash balance $350.6M
• ESSER update: timelines and allowable expenditures for three tranches
• Budget request: $160,000 for English as a Second Language Ohio State Test translation
• Budget request: $250,000 for Board Services superintendent search

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership board will approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will adopt the 2023 NSDP calendar of meetings. It will consider and approve a design‑build contract to Prodigy Building Solutions, LLC for HVAC overhauls at Siebert Elementary (CCS #621), Woodcrest Elementary (CCS #678), Columbus Preparatory School for Girls (CCS #127) and Northland High School (CCS #052), Project No. 23001.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Approval of the 2023 NSDP calendar of meetings
• Award of design‑build HVAC contract to Prodigy Building Solutions, LLC for four schools (Siebert Elementary, Woodcrest Elementary, Columbus Preparatory School for Girls, Northland High School)

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will convene, approve minutes from November 10, and discuss a prioritized list of policies requiring adoption or updates. The committee will also discuss its composition and the 2023 meeting schedule. The meeting is largely procedural and discussion-based, with no votes on specific policies scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2022
• Review of prioritized list of policies needing adoption or updates
• Discussion of committee composition and 2023 meeting schedule

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education passed a resolution supporting the Coalition to End Tobacco Targeting's initiative to end the sale of flavored tobacco, after amending the last paragraph. The board also approved the second reading of an amendment to Board Policy 5421 on middle and high school grade determination. Public hearings were held on the re-employment of two retired teachers, and the consent agenda was approved.

• Second reading and approval of amendment to Board Policy 5421 (Middle and High School Determination of Grades)
• Resolution to support Coalition to End Tobacco Targeting's initiative to end sale of flavored tobacco (passed 7-0 after amendment)
• Public hearing on re-employment of retired teacher Paul T. Lausch
• Public hearing on re-employment of retired teacher Withenia S. Moore-Williams
• Consent agenda approved, including multiple items such as purchase service agreement with The Ohio State University

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee of Columbus City Schools will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, finalize the 2023 meeting calendar, receive internal audit reports, and discuss risk acceptance. No major financial decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approve 2023 committee calendar
• Release of audit report(s) from the Office of Internal Audit
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Risk acceptance discussion (untabled item)

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting with the primary action being a recess into executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, or compensation of public employees per Ohio Revised Code. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including agenda adoption and adjournment.

• Executive session (22-36-854) to discuss personnel appointments, employment, or compensation
• Board recessed at 5:10 p.m. and reconvened at 8:19 p.m.

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved a first collective bargaining agreement with OAPSE Local 581 for safety and security, effective through June 30, 2024. The board also introduced first readings of an amendment to grade determination policy and a resolution supporting an end to flavored tobacco sales. Discussions were held on long-term transportation solutions and the board's monitoring process.

• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with OAPSE Local 581, Safety and Security, through June 2024
• First Reading of Amendment to Board Policy 5421 (Middle and High School Determination of Grades)
• First Reading of Resolution to Support the Coalition to End Tobacco Targeting's Initiative to End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco
• Discussion on long-term transportation policy issues
• Public hearings on re-employment of retired teachers Anna Bennett and Carol Comanita

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will meet to discuss two policy revisions: one on middle and high school grade determination, and three versions of a revised policy on positive behavior intervention and limited use of restraints and seclusion. The committee will also approve minutes from June 9, 2022.

• Discussion of Revised Middle and High School Determination of Grades Policy
• Informational update on Revised Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and Limited Use of Restraints and Seclusion (NEOLA Vol. 40)
• Discussion of Option 1 for Revised Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and Limited Use of Restraints and Seclusion
• Discussion of Option 2 for Revised Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and Limited Use of Restraints and Seclusion

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed revised assumptions for the November Five-Year Forecast, including reducing the capital budget transfer from $40M to $20M per year and adding $35M in reductions starting FY25 to achieve a positive cash balance by FY26. The committee also received the October 2022 monthly financial report showing revenues $19.4M over plan and expenditures $26.6M under plan, resulting in a cash balance $46M above plan at $394.8M. Updates were presented on self-sustaining funds (Food Service, Adult Ed., Latchkey, WCBE Radio), and two budget requests of $200,000 each for legal counsel in the General Counsel and Human Resources offices were introduced.

• October 2022 monthly financial report: revenues $454.4M vs plan $435M; expenditures $295.5M vs plan $322.1M; cash balance $394.8M
• Revised Five-Year Forecast: capital budget transfer reduced from $40M to $20M per year; additional $35M reductions beginning FY25
• Five-Year Forecast goal: positive cash balance by FY26
• Budget request of $200,000 for Office of the General Counsel legal services
• Budget request of $200,000 for Human Resources Office legal services

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved revisions to compensation packages for administrators (CAA) and classified supervisors (CSCSA), each providing 4% base increases for three years starting in 2022. The board also discussed the FY2023 first-quarter financial report and the five-year forecast, and held discussions on monitoring processes and board engagement with the community. A consent agenda was approved, including a $168,000 purchase of service agreement with Franklin Park Conservatory and authorization for amenities at various district events. A public hearing was noticed for January 3, 2023, to consider re-employing retired teacher Melva Clark.

• Resolution approving 4% salary increases for Columbus Administrators Association (CAA) effective August 1, 2022-2024
• Resolution approving 4% salary increases for Columbus Schools Classified Supervisors Association (CSCSA) effective July 1, 2022-2024
• Purchase of service agreement with Franklin Park Conservatory for $168,000 funded by ESSER II and III grants
• Authorization for amenities (meals/refreshments) at Career-Technical Education Advisory Board meetings and CTE student lunch-and-learn events
• Public hearing set for January 3, 2023 on re-employment of retired teacher Melva Clark as a SPED teacher

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee was cancelled. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken on agenda items including approval of minutes, 2023 meeting calendar, audit report release, or internal audit dashboard.

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will consider approval of a general contract for a health clinic at Columbus North International and Global Academy, along with contract amendments for HVAC projects at multiple schools. The committee will also approve its 2023 meeting calendar and hear an overview of LEDE participation.

• Award of general contract to Miles-McClellan Construction for PrimaryOne Health School Based Health Clinic at Columbus North International and Global Academy (Project #22017)
• Contract amendment No.1 for engineering services to Advanced Engineering Consultants for HVAC overhaul projects (Phases 12, 13 & 14)
• Approval of deduct change order No.2 to Trane for HVAC renovations at Buckeye Middle, Northtowne, Parkmoor, and Easthaven elementary schools
• Approval of 2023 NSDP calendar of meetings
• Discussion of LEDE participation overview (Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprise)

SPECIAL MEETING (REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING)

The Board of Education approved a consent agenda that included a $1,426,645.02 purchasing agreement with CT Book Holdings LLC to provide quarterly books for all PreK-12 students, funded by ESSER II and III grants. The board also received a presentation on the November 2022 Five-Year Forecast and an update on the voucher litigation against the state at Franklin County Common Pleas Court. No public comments were recorded, and the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved $1,426,645.02 agreement with CT Book Holdings LLC for quarterly book distribution to build home libraries (consent agenda item 12.2)
• Received November 2022 Five-Year Forecast presentation from Treasurer Bahorek (item 6.1)
• Heard voucher litigation update on lawsuit against Ohio General Assembly over public funding of private school vouchers (item 7.1)
• Approved resolution to authorize amenities at various district events, including Canvas course writer kick-off (item 12.1)
• Approved minutes from October 4, 2022 regular meeting (item 9.1)

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee discussed the September 2022 monthly financial report and the November 2022 five-year forecast. The monthly report showed revenues above plan and expenditures below plan, with a cash balance of $438.6 million. The forecast indicated potential negative cash balances by fiscal year 2025 under current assumptions, and the treasurer will run updated numbers for further discussion.

• Monthly financial report: total revenues $19.6M above plan, expenditures $24.2M below plan, cash balance $438.6M ($43.8M above plan)
• Five-year forecast presented with revised assumptions #1, #2, and #3
• Treasurer noted FY25 could be first year with negative cash balance under current assumptions
• Property tax revenues $1.9M below plan; other revenues $25.6M above plan
• Personnel costs $20.2M below plan YTD

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

At this special meeting, the Columbus City Schools Board of Education appointed Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore, adopted the agenda, and approved a resolution to set an October 31, 2022 hearing for the termination of employee Summer Anthony. The board also adopted a revised traditional academic calendar for 2022-2023, moving a professional development day from October 14 to October 21.

• Appointed Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore for the meeting
• Adopted revised traditional academic calendar for 2022-2023, moving a professional development day from Oct. 14 to Oct. 21
• Set October 31, 2022 hearing for termination of Summer Anthony and directed treasurer to request a referee
• All actions were unanimous

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education passed two resolutions: one accepting the transfer of the Don Scott Territory from the Dublin City School District, and one opposing the State Board of Education's resolution on gender identity policies. The board also heard superintendent reports on Pathway Express, safety, HVAC, and transportation, and noticed public hearings for the re-employment of two retired teachers.

• Resolution accepting transfer of Don Scott Territory from Dublin City School District
• Resolution opposing State Board of Education's resolution on gender identity policies
• Public hearing notice for re-employment of retired teacher Paul T. Lausch
• Public hearing notice for re-employment of retired teacher Withenia S. Moore-Williams
• Superintendent's report on Pathway Express, safety, HVAC, and transportation updates

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILTY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education is holding a meeting that includes an executive session to discuss security arrangements and emergency response protocols. The committee will also review internal audit reports, hear an IT update from the Chief Information Officer, and discuss risk acceptance. The meeting is largely procedural and focuses on oversight of district operations.

• Executive session to discuss security arrangements and emergency response protocols (Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(6))
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Request for release of internal audit report(s)
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report
• Information Technology update from Chief Information Officer V Vandhana Veerni

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education discussed and voted on a resolution concerning gender identity policies, approving actions including a signed statement and a delegate to the Ohio State Board of Education. The board also accepted a monitoring report on reading proficiency and approved a consent agenda with multiple items, including a contract with Spotify USA Inc.

• Vote on resolution to reject 'harmful, coercive, and burdensome' gender identity policies at state level (Item 8.1)
• Acceptance of Monitoring Report for Board Goal 1: Strengthen Reading Proficiency
• Approval of consent agenda including contract with Spotify USA Inc. for $100,889.50 for Soundtrap platform
• Appointment of board member Eric Brown as treasurer pro tempore
• Abstention by Dr. Tina Pierce on renewal of purchase service agreement with Ohio State University's A. Sophie Rogers School

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed district finances, approved a $36,600,000 transfer for school facility projects, tracked pandemic relief fund deadlines, and considered a $784,995.17 budget increase for career and technical education programs. These items dictate how district funds are allocated for building maintenance, educational services, and federal grant compliance.

• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Reviewed August financial report showing $519 million cash balance
• Approved $36,600,000 transfer from General Fund to PI Fund for capital improvements
• Received update on ESSER pandemic relief fund expiration dates and allowable uses
• Considered $784,995.17 appropriation increase for Career & Technical Education

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a regular meeting and adopted Board Policy 2000 (Equity) on a 5-1 vote. The superintendent reported on back-to-school, HVAC upgrades, transportation challenges, and academic data. The treasurer presented Q4 FY2022 financial results: revenues $11.4M above plan, expenditures $75.2M above plan, and cash balance $63.8M under plan. The board also approved a consent agenda including a $184,950 contract with Ashland University for teacher professional development and set public hearings for re-employment of retired teachers.

• Adoption of Board Policy 2000 (Equity) on second reading (5-1)
• Q4 FY2022 financial report: revenues $11.4M above plan, expenditures $75.2M above plan, cash balance $63.8M under plan
• Purchase agreement with Ashland University's Founders School of Continuing Education for $184,950 for teacher professional development
• Correction to 2022-2023 traditional academic calendar: Oct 14 professional development day moved to Oct 21
• Public hearing notices for re-employment of retired teachers Anna P. Bennett and Carol M. Comanita

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee will approve prior minutes and receive reports from the Office of Internal Audit on audit releases, external audits, charter review, fraud reporting, and issue tracking. All items are for discussion or decision at the meeting.

• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Request for release of internal audit report
• Discussion of external (non-AOS) audits
• Review of Internal Audit Charter
• Fraud, Waste and Abuse Reporting System update for FY 2022

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

At this special meeting, the board unanimously approved a successor collective bargaining agreement with the Columbus Education Association, effective through the 2025-2026 school year. They also approved a related Memorandum of Understanding for a return-to-work agreement.

• Approval of collective bargaining agreement with Columbus Education Association (resolution 22-28-662)
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding – Return to Work Agreement 2022
• Unanimous vote: 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Contract succeeds the one that expired August 21, 2022
• Meeting lasted 14 minutes (8:11 a.m. to 8:25 a.m.)

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting that included convening, adopting the agenda, and then recessing into executive session to discuss negotiations with public employees. The board reconvened and adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to recess into executive session under Ohio law 121.22(G)(4) for labor negotiations with public employees (22-27-661)

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership committee is considering awarding multiple contracts for school improvement projects, including professional design services for the Fort Hayes School of Music and Media Production, construction manager services for an HVAC overhaul, and a general contract for a school-based health clinic at Ft. Hayes. The committee will also vote on a deduct change order for HVAC renovations at six schools and an amendment for engineer services on a prior HVAC project.

• Award of contract to Schooley Caldwell Associates for design of Fort Hayes School of Music and Media Production, Building 66 Renovation (Project #23012)
• Contract amendment to M-Engineering for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project (Project #22001)
• Award of construction manager at risk contract to Corna Kokosing Construction for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul (Project #22001)
• Award of general contract to T-Built Construction for Nationwide Children's Hospital School Based Health Clinic at Ft. Hayes (Project #22018)
• Deduct change order to Johnson Controls for HVAC renovations at six schools: Medina Middle, Ridgeview Middle, Alpine Elementary, Cranbrook Elementary, Eakin Elementary, Scottwood Elementary (Project #19004)

EMERGENCY BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held an emergency meeting on August 22, 2022. After convening and adopting the agenda, the board voted unanimously to recess into executive session under Ohio law to prepare for or review negotiations with public employees regarding compensation and terms of employment. The board reconvened and adjourned shortly after midnight.

• Motion to recess into Executive Session (22-26-660) per Section 121.22(G)(4) for negotiation preparation with public employees – approved 7-0

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education voted to rescind Resolution 22-16-237 and withdraw a proposed combined bond issue/tax levy from the November 8, 2022 ballot. The board also approved a consent agenda including contracts and membership renewals, and discussed a board implementation timeline. An executive session was held to review negotiations with public employees.

• Approved resolution to remove combined bond issue/tax levy from November 8 ballot (rescinding Resolution 22-16-237)
• Renewed membership in Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy of School Funding with annual dues of $91,018 (General Fund)
• Authorized service agreement with N2Y LLC for special education platform (Unique Learning System) not to exceed $205,518.44 (General Fund)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple items; Dr. Tina Pierce voted no on items 13.1 (N2Y) and 13.9 (Edmentum renewal)
• Recessed into executive session per Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G)(4) to discuss public employee negotiations

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

Columbus City Schools' Finance & Appropriations Committee discussed monthly financial reports for June and July 2022, and approved a $91,018 budget request for FY2022-2023 Voucher Project Litigation dues. The committee also previewed topics for FY2023 meetings, including ESSER updates and the operating levy. The June report noted revenues $11.4 million above plan but expenditures $75.2 million above plan; July showed revenues $603,000 below plan and expenditures $9 million below plan.

• Approval of $91,018 for FY2022-2023 Voucher Project Litigation dues
• June 2022 report: total revenues $11.4M above plan, expenditures $75.2M above plan, cash balance $235.9M
• July 2023 report: total revenues $603K below plan, expenditures $9M below plan, cash balance $480M
• Preview of FY2023 meeting topics: ESSER updates, operating levy discussion, FY2024 budget presentations
• Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

This special board meeting consisted entirely of procedural actions: convening, adopting the agenda, and adjourning. The only substantive action was a motion to recess into executive session to discuss negotiations with public employees concerning compensation and terms of employment.

• Motion to recess into executive session under Ohio law Section 121.22(G)(4) to prepare for negotiations with public employees (Motion 22-24-625)

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board convened, went into executive session for labor negotiations, then reconvened. After a superintendent's report, they unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included multiple contracts and other items. One board member abstained from four specific items.

• Executive session for labor negotiations under Ohio law
• Approval of $80,250 for Pear Deck subscription renewal
• Approval of $139,475.62 for project management support with Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
• Abstentions on agreements with Ascend Learning Holdings, Ohio State University, and OSU Sports Medicine Center
• Superintendent report on back-to-school, safety, and staffing

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on July 26, 2022. The board adopted the agenda, then voted unanimously to enter executive session under Ohio law to discuss employee appointments, employment, or compensation. No other public business was conducted; the meeting adjourned after the executive session.

• Board voted 6-0 to enter executive session (22-22-559) per ORC 121.22(G)(1)
• Executive session lasted from 6:05 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
• No votes or public actions on any other items

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a regular business meeting on June 29, 2022. The board approved the consent agenda, which included a $683,390.42 fund transfer from the General Fund to the WCBE fund and the FY 2022 final amended appropriations resolution. Other consent items included authorization for amenities at various district events for FY 2023. All items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $683,390.42 fund transfer from General Fund to WCBE fund to avoid negative balance
• Approved FY 2022 final amended appropriations resolution for all funds
• Authorized amenities (meals, refreshments) for specified district events in FY 2023 per Board Policy 6233

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting primarily to appoint a treasurer pro tempore due to the treasurer's absence, then recessed into executive session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting lasted from 5:34 p.m. to 8:41 p.m., with most time spent in closed session.

• Appointed board member Ramona Reyes as treasurer pro tempore for the duration of the meeting only

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting and unanimously voted to recess into executive session to prepare for or review negotiations with public employees regarding compensation and employment terms. The closed session lasted from 8:41 a.m. to 10:11 a.m., after which the board adjourned. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Unanimous vote to enter executive session (22-19-551) for public employee negotiations per Ohio Revised Code Section 121.22(G)(4)

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit and Accountability Committee of Columbus City Schools is meeting to approve minutes and discuss several internal audit items, including the release of reports, mid-year risk assessment, strategic direction, QAIP update, external audits, and an activity dashboard. This is a routine oversight meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Request for release of internal audit report(s)
• Results of mid-year risk assessment
• Strategic direction for the Office of Internal Audit
• Quality Assurance Improvement Program (QAIP) update

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a regular business meeting on June 21, 2022, approving a consent agenda that included numerous policy changes and nominations. Key actions include the first reading of Board Policy 2000 (Equity), second readings of amendments to policies on textbook adoption, instructional resources, and student assessment, and nominations for OSBA awards. The board also tabled a monitoring report on guardrails.

• First reading of Board Policy 2000 (Equity) introduced
• Approved second reading of amendments to Board Policy 6600 (Deposit of Public Funds)
• Approved second reading of amendments to Board Bylaw 0131 (Legislative)
• Nominated John Esson for OSBA Exemplary School Employee Award
• Approved consent agenda including delegation of authority for change orders and property tax valuation settlements

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session featuring a Policy Diet Workshop led by AJ Crabill of the Council of the Great City Schools. The board adopted the agenda and adjourned after the discussion. Two other planned workshops on committees and board procedures were postponed.

• Policy Diet Workshop with AJ Crabill on reducing board policies
• Adoption of agenda by unanimous consent
• Meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m., no video recording

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING (CANCELLED)

This meeting of the Finance & Appropriations Committee was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place. The agenda included a May 2022 financial report and an ESSER funds update.

• Meeting cancelled
• May 2022 financial report was scheduled for presentation
• ESSER funds quarterly update was scheduled for presentation

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will convene to approve minutes from May 12 and discuss a draft equity policy. No voting on the policy is scheduled; it is a discussion item.

• Approval of minutes from 5-12-2022
• Discussion of draft equity policy (2022)

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a regular business meeting, adopted the consent agenda with amendments, and tabled a proposed purchase agreement with Paper Education Company, Inc. The board also heard a superintendent's report on summer programs and held first readings of amendments to Policy 6600 and Bylaw 0131. Several contracts were approved as part of the consent agenda, including textbook purchases and curriculum resources.

• Tabled authorization to enter into purchase agreement with Paper Education Company, Inc.
• Approved consent agenda including $180,000 for College Credit Plus textbooks and $550,000 for Houghton Mifflin Harcourt K-5 curriculum resources
• First reading of amendment to Board Policy 6600 (Deposit of Public Funds: Cash Collection Points)
• First reading of amendment to Board Bylaw 0131 (Legislative)
• Superintendent reported on 2022 Stonewall Columbus Pride March, Summer Experience, and Super Scholars Academy

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership (NSDP) committee will consider awarding a general contract to McDaniel's Construction Corp. for fire door replacement at Independence High School. The committee will also discuss approving FY23 consultant contracts for projects including HVAC, roof replacement, and security upgrades. No other discussion items or reports are scheduled, and the meeting otherwise consists of routine procedural items.

• Award of general contract to McDaniel's Construction Corp. for Independence HS fire door replacement (Project #23014)
• FY23 consultant contracts for 11 projects: HVAC improvements, roof replacement, building envelope, playground/site improvements, outdoor athletics, auditorium/gymnasium upgrades, model classroom pilot, security vestibule upgrades, fire alarm upgrades, loose furnishings renewal
• Approval of minutes from prior meetings
• No community inclusion report or discussion items

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear a presentation on a Medicaid pilot project, review results of a mid-year risk assessment, and discuss the proposed FY2023 annual audit plan. The committee will also receive an internal audit activity and dashboard report.

• Medicaid Pilot Project Presentation
• Results of Mid-Year Risk Assessment
• Review of OIA FY2023 Risk Assessment & Annual Audit Plan
• Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

This regular board business meeting was largely ceremonial, with the board approving five resolutions recognizing various staff appreciation weeks and days. The meeting also included reports from the superintendent, internal auditor, and treasurer, but no substantive policy decisions or financial contracts were discussed.

• Resolution recognizing National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6, 2022) approved
• Resolution recognizing School Librarian Day (April 4, 2022) approved
• Resolution recognizing National School Nurse Day (May 11, 2022) approved
• Resolution recognizing National Physical Education Week (May 1-7, 2022) approved
• Resolution recognizing School Principals' Day (May 1, 2022) approved

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The board convened a special meeting, adopted the agenda, and recessed into executive session to prepare for or review negotiations with public employees concerning compensation or employment terms. The board reconvened and adjourned without any other discussion or action.

• Motion for Executive Session (22-15-227) under ORC 121.22(G)(4) to review negotiations with public employees

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee of Columbus City Schools will meet to discuss and potentially advance several policies. Items include a legislative policy (po0131), a deposit of public funds policy (po6600), an equity policy update, and a discussion on the direction of policy. The committee will also approve minutes from March 10, 2022. No votes by the full board are taken at this meeting.

• Legislative policy po0131 (discussion)
• Deposit of public funds policy po6600 (discussion)
• Equity policy update (discussion)
• Direction of policy (discussion)
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2022

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee approved April 2022 meeting minutes and received the monthly financial report showing fiscal year-to-date revenues $19M above plan ($777M actual vs $758M plan) and expenditures $7.7M above plan. The cash balance was $410M, $11.4M above plan. Staff also presented updates on self-sustaining funds: Food Service, Adult Education, Latchkey, and WCBE Radio Station.

• Monthly financial report: YTD revenues $777.4M (2.5% above plan), expenditures $649.7M (1.2% above plan), cash balance $410.7M (2.9% above plan)
• Self-sustaining funds update for Food Service, Adult Education, Latchkey, and WCBE Radio Station
• Approval of April 13, 2022 committee meeting minutes
• Property tax revenues $12M ahead of plan; State Aid $1.6M ahead; other revenues $7.2M ahead
• Personnel costs $6M under plan; other financing uses $8M above plan YTD

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board voted unanimously to accept the NSDP Facilities Master Plan Segment Four recommendations, approving a set of new school projects. They also passed resolutions to place a $305 million bond issue and a 4.7 mill permanent improvement levy on the November 8, 2022 ballot for voter approval. Additionally, they received the third-quarter financial report and the May five-year forecast.

• Accepted NSDP Facilities Master Plan Segment Four, comprising five projects for new schools
• Approved resolution for 4.7 mill permanent improvement levy to appear on November 2022 ballot
• Approved resolution for $305 million bond issue to appear on November 2022 ballot
• Received Quarterly Financial Report for FY 2022 third quarter
• Received May 2022 Five-Year Forecast

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will discuss and vote on Segment 4 projects of the Facility Master Plan, including a resolution to approve them. The committee is also voting on awarding a general contract to Miles-McClellan Construction Co. for renovations at 4077 Karl Road. No community inclusion report is scheduled.

• Discussion of Facility Master Plan Update – Proposed Segment 4 Projects
• Resolution for Facility Master Plan Proposed Segment 4 Projects
• Award of general contract to Miles-McClellan Construction Co. for 4077 Karl Road Miscellaneous Facilities Renovations
• Approval of March 24, 2022, NSDP minutes and April 21, 2022, Technical Oversight minutes

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education met for a special work session focused on two workshops facilitated by AJ Crabill of the Council of the Great City Schools: a Board Self Evaluation Workshop and a Superintendent/Direct Report Evaluation Training Workshop. No official votes or policy decisions were taken; the session was purely informational and procedural.

• Board Self Evaluation Workshop facilitated by AJ Crabill
• Superintendent/Direct Report Evaluation Training Workshop facilitated by AJ Crabill
• Meeting was held at Southland Center, Room 825, 3700 South High Street

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved the 2022-2023 academic calendars for both traditional and year-round (Woodcrest Elementary) schedules. The board also voted on a consent agenda that included a $25,000 executive coaching contract for the superintendent and discussed the board implementation timeline. A treasurer pro tempore was appointed for the meeting.

• Adoption of 2022-2023 academic calendars (Traditional and Woodcrest Year-Round)
• Appointment of Ramona Reyes as treasurer pro tempore (22-13-161)
• Authority to enter into a $25,000 executive coaching agreement with The Pace Institute, LLC for the superintendent (22-13-163)
• Discussion on board implementation timeline
• Approval of consent agenda including multiple items (e.g., minutes, contracts)

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee approved the March 9, 2022 meeting minutes. It received an update on federal pandemic relief (ESSER) funds, noting a slight increase for ESSER 2 and availability of ESSER 3. The committee reviewed the March 2022 financial report, which showed revenues and expenditures above plan and a cash balance of $465,268,974. A May 2022 update to the five‑year financial forecast was also presented.

• Approval of March 9, 2022 minutes
• ESSER Update: slight increase to ESSER 2, ESSER 3 now accessible
• Monthly Financial Report – March 2022 revenues $113,928,711 (MTD) and $747,708,501 (YTD); expenditures $67,099,398 (MTD) and $565,456,855 (YTD); cash balance $465,268,974
• May 2022 update to the November 2021 Five‑Year Forecast

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved second readings of two policies: 'Curricular and Instructional Program Goals and Outcomes' and 'English Learners'. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a $108,480 contract with the College Board for Advanced Placement exams and a $48,723.12 purchase agreement with the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio. Additionally, the board discussed monitoring reports on interim goals and a Panorama Winter survey overview.

• Approved second reading of policy 'Curricular and Instructional Program Goals and Outcomes' (Policy Section 2000) unanimously
• Approved second reading of policy 'English Learners' (Policy Section 2000) unanimously
• Authorized purchase agreement with College Board for AP tests, not to exceed $108,480.00
• Authorized purchase agreement with Educational Service Center of Central Ohio for $48,723.12
• Reviewed monitoring reports on Interim Goals 1.1 and 1.2 and Panorama Winter Overview

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education held a special meeting that consisted of convening, adopting the agenda, and recessing into executive session under Ohio law to discuss negotiations with public employees and personnel matters. The board reconvened and adjourned without any public action or discussion of substantive items.

• Motion to enter executive session under Ohio Revised Code 121.22 (G)(4) and (G)(1) for negotiations and personnel

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership is meeting to award a general contract for school renovations and discuss updates to the Facility Master Plan. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Award of General Contract to T-Built Construction Services, Inc. for Hilltonia Middle School Interior Renovations (Project #22014)
• Discussion of Facility Master Plan Update - Proposed Segment 4 Projects

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Audit & Accountability Committee will discuss emerging risks including inflation and talent management, review Office of Internal Audit reports on school opening readiness and the FY23 risk assessment, and consider motions to un-table discussion of the CAE's meetings with committee members and the annual comprehensive financial report. The agenda also includes updates on GASB accounting standards and a report on Internal Audit Awareness Month.

• Motion to un-table discussion of CAE's meetings with committee members
• School Opening Readiness Report - Consider Staffing
• FY23 Risk Assessment Update
• Emerging risk discussion: Inflation
• Motion to un-table Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and GASB 87, 94, 96, 98 overview

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts during its March 15, 2022 regular meeting. The board also discussed proposed calendars for the 2022-23 school year and board implementation timelines. No public comments or executive reports were recorded.

• Approved $446,636.50 purchase from Apple, Inc. for 97 10-packs of technology under Title I Neglected Fund
• Approved $120,995 agreement with Franklin Park Conservatory for STEM and project-based learning programs
• Approved $28,837.90 purchase of lab equipment from School Health Corporation for Practical Nursing program
• Presented and discussed proposed traditional and Woodcrest year-round school calendars for 2022-23
• Board discussed implementation timeline and board engagement strategy

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will convene, approve minutes from the prior meeting, and discuss a proposed new board policy on non-discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities. The committee will review a draft policy and a summary of requested edits. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the February 10, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of proposed new board policy 2266: Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities
• Review of draft Title IX policy and GPAC requested edits summary

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed the February 2022 monthly financial report, which showed year-to-date revenues $30.1 million above plan. The committee also heard a budget request for the Office of the General Counsel and a presentation on strategic staffing investments.

• February 2022 monthly financial report showing $418,439,661 in end cash balance
• $300,000 budget request for the Office of the General Counsel
• Five-Year Strategic Staffing Investments presentation
• WCBE Transformation Plan and five-year projection update

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on March 8, 2022. The board voted unanimously to recess into executive session under Ohio law to prepare for or conduct negotiations with public employees regarding compensation and employment terms. The meeting was otherwise procedural: agenda adopted, roll call taken, and adjournment. No substantive public decisions or votes on policies, contracts, or rezonings occurred.

• Motion for Executive Session (22-9-112) under Section 121.22(G)(4) to discuss negotiations with public employees; passed 4–0.

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board unanimously adopted an amendment to Board Policy No. 0169.1 on public comment at meetings after waiving the second reading. They approved a consent agenda including a $85,386 purchase agreement with Monarch Teaching Technologies (ReThink Autism) for the Vizzle special education platform and a diploma award. They also discussed proposed policies from a PDK audit and the board implementation timeline.

• Amendment to Board Policy No. 0169.1 on public comment adopted
• Approval of $85,386 purchase agreement with Monarch Teaching Technologies for Vizzle special education platform
• First reading of proposed policies from PDK audit
• Discussion on board implementation timeline
• Resolution to award diploma to Taylor Nicole Hunt

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee will discuss adding an audit engagement focused on information security and incident response, review the internal audit activity dashboard, and receive updates on issue tracking and emerging risks. The committee will also consider the annual comprehensive financial report and recent GASB accounting standards. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and discussion of committee operations.

• Discussion of new audit engagement: Information Security & Incident Response
• Review of Internal Audit Activity and Dashboard Report
• Issue Tracking Update
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Overview of GASB Statements 87, 94, and 96

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education held a special work session to receive a presentation from Chief Academic Officer Kyra Schloenbach on the Phi Delta Kappa International (PDK) Curriculum Management Audit and Policy Recommendations. No votes were taken; the session was for discussion and information only. The meeting included procedural items such as roll call, agenda adoption, and adjournment.

• Presentation and discussion of PDK Curriculum Management Audit and Policy Recommendations by Chief Academic Officer Kyra Schloenbach
• Meeting held as a special work session with no formal action taken

NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP (NSDP)

The Neighborhood School Development Partnership will vote on several contracts and amendments for school facility projects. Items include HVAC overhaul at Phase 11, renovations at World Language MS, HVAC improvements at Hilltonia MS, and lighting upgrade change orders. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.

• Contract Amendment No.2 for M-Engineering for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project (Project #22001)
• Award of General Contract to GHM, Inc. for Miscellaneous Facilities Renovations at World Language MS (Project #22012)
• Award of General Contract to Trane for Hilltonia Middle School HVAC Improvements (Project #22014)
• Deduct Change Order No.9 to Evolved Lighting Solutions for Operation Fix It, Lighting Upgrades Group No.2 (Project #21004)
• Contract Amendment No.2 for Turner Construction for Phase 11 HVAC Overhaul Project (Project #22001)

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Board of Education convened, took roll call, and adopted its agenda. It then recessed into an executive session to prepare for, conduct, or review negotiations with public employees about compensation and employment terms. The board reconvened and adjourned the meeting.

• Call to Order, roll call, and quorum established
• Adopt agenda (motion moved by Carol Beckerle, seconded by Ramona Reyes)
• Recess into Executive Session to prepare for employee compensation negotiations (motion moved by Ramona Reyes, seconded by Carol Beckerle)
• Board reconvened and adjourned the meeting

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education discussed a Finance and Appropriations Committee recommendation to place a 4.7 mill continuous permanent improvement levy on the November 8, 2022 ballot. They also approved a resolution re-employing Superintendent Talisa Dixon from August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2025, and adopted the first reading of amendments to Board Policy 6144 (Investments). The consent agenda, including approval of minutes and other items, was approved.

• Recommendation to place a 4.7 mill continuous permanent improvement levy on November 2022 ballot
• Resolution re-employing Superintendent Talisa Dixon for 2022-2025 term
• First reading and adoption of amendments to Board Policy 6144 (Investments)
• Awarding diplomas to three adult students through Ohio 22+ Adult High School Diploma Program
• Approval of consent agenda including minutes from Feb 1 and Jan 26 meetings

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The committee will vote on revisions to Board Bylaw 0169.1 regarding public participation at meetings. It will also introduce a new policy on non-discrimination based on sex in education programs (Title IX). Additionally, the committee will approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Vote on Board Bylaw 0169.1 (Public Participation) revised version
• Introduction of new policy 2266: Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs (Title IX)
• Approval of committee minutes from Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 9, 2021, and Jan 13, 2022

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Finance & Appropriations Committee reviewed the monthly financial report showing revenues below plan, heard budget presentations from multiple departments, and discussed a $40.7 million facilities capital budget request. The committee voted to recommend the Board of Education place a 4.7 mill continuous Permanent Improvement levy on the November 2022 ballot.

• Monthly financial report shows year-to-date revenues $28.8M below plan and cash balance $26.4M below plan through December
• Non-personnel budget presentations from 10 departments including Academic Services, Business & Operations, and Student Services
• Facilities capital budget request of $40.7 million for FY-2022 and FY-2023; without additional funds capital work will halt
• Committee voted 4-0 to recommend a 4.7 mill continuous Permanent Improvement levy for the Nov. 8, 2022 general election ballot
• Quarterly revenue and expenditure update for WCBE tabled for a later date

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

The Columbus Board of Education held a work session to discuss an equity-focused vision of governance for the district, led by Chief Equity Officer Dr. Dionne Blue. The meeting included procedural items such as call to order, agenda adoption, and adjournment.

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board adopted an interim guardrails resolution (22-5-47) on a 4-3 vote, setting district policy direction after work with the Council of the Great City Schools. It also endorsed the updated Safe Routes to School District Wide Travel Plan and heard a presentation from the Facilities Master Plan Committee. A discussion on board engagement was tabled, and the consent agenda was approved, including a $35,700 contract with PowerSchool Group LLC for CTE data dashboards.

• Resolution to adopt interim guardrails for the district passed 4-3 (22-5-47)
• Endorsement of updated Safe Routes to School District Wide Travel Plan (22-5-46)
• Presentation of Facilities Master Plan Committee recommendation
• Authority to enter purchase agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC for $35,700 (JP Morgan Chase Grant Fund)
• Discussion on board engagement tabled

AUDIT & ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Audit & Accountability Committee will consider approval of the meeting minutes and the 2022 audit committee calendar. It will review the Office of Internal Audit FY 2023 budget and reports on prior recommendations, organizational independence, and audit activity. The committee will also receive a WCBE monitoring update and set the agenda for the next meeting.

• Approve the meeting minutes (Item 3.01)
• Approve the Audit Committee 2022 calendar of meetings (Item 4.01)
• Review the Office of Internal Audit FY 2023 budget (Item 5.01)
• Discuss the Internal Audit Activity & Dashboard Report (Item 5.04)
• Receive WCBE Monitoring update (Item 6.01)

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

This special board meeting consisted of procedural actions only. The board appointed Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore due to the treasurer's absence, adopted the agenda, and recessed into executive session to discuss appointment, employment, or compensation of public employees.

• Appointment of Michael Cole as treasurer pro tempore (22-4-44)
• Motion for executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) (22-4-45)

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The board approved a consent agenda that included a $1.26 million contract with CBTS Technology Solutions LLC for 1400 Dell computers to upgrade labs in all middle and high schools. They also adopted a board monitoring calendar, received the December 2021 monthly financial report, and heard a COVID-19 update from the superintendent. One public comment was made.

• Authorized $1,261,036 purchase of 1400 Dell computers from CBTS Technology Solutions LLC for middle and high school labs (consent agenda item 12.2)
• Adopted Resolution to Adopt Columbus City Schools' Board Monitoring Calendar (22-3-24)
• Awarded diplomas to three adult students (Yovani Aaron Hernandez, Cori Thomas, Kimberly A. Crump) through the Ohio 22+ Adult High School Diploma Program (item 12.1)
• Received Monthly Financial Report for December 2021 from Treasurer Bahorek (item 6.1)
• Heard COVID-19 Update from Superintendent Dr. Talisa Dixon (item 7.1)

GOVERNANCE, POLICY & ADVOCACY COMMITTEE MEETING

The Governance, Policy & Advocacy Committee will vote on Board Bylaw 0169.1 and introduce revisions to Board Policy 2266 on non-discrimination in sex-based education programs. The committee will also approve minutes from three prior meetings and receive a presentation on board goals and guardrails.

• Vote on Board Bylaw 0169.1
• Introduction of revisions to Board Policy 2266 (Title IX non-discrimination)
• Approval of minutes from Oct 14, Nov 11, and Dec 9, 2021 meetings
• Presentation on Board Goals and Guardrails

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING (WORK SESSION)

This is a special board meeting (work session) of the Columbus City Schools Board of Education. The board convened, adopted the agenda, and held a facilitated discussion with AJ Crabill of the Council of the Great City Schools on interim guardrails. The meeting adjourned after the discussion.

• Facilitated discussion on interim guardrails by AJ Crabill, Council of the Great City Schools

FINANCE & APPROPRIATIONS COMMITEE MEETING

The Columbus City Schools Finance & Appropriations Committee met on January 12, 2022. They approved the previous meeting's minutes, received a monthly financial report showing revenues $10 million below plan year-to-date, and discussed Operation Fix-It, a $125M bond program with $48M in ESSER II grant funding for deferred maintenance. The committee also introduced a discussion on a Permanent Improvement Levy for future facility needs.

• Approved December 15, 2021 committee minutes
• Monthly financial report: YTD revenues $367M vs. plan $377M (-$10M), cash balance $268.8M vs. plan $276.6M (-$7.8M)
• Operation Fix-It: 389 projects across 64 legacy sites, funded by $125M bond and $48M ESSER II grants
• Discussion of Permanent Improvement Levy to address district facility renewal needs

2022 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING

This is the 2022 organizational meeting of the Columbus Board of Education, where new members were sworn in and officers were elected. The board approved the 2022 meeting calendar and adopted a resolution setting evaluation schedules for the superintendent, treasurer, and internal auditor. Appointments for various liaison roles were also made.

• Jennifer A. Adair elected Board President (unanimous vote)
• Ramona Reyes elected Board Vice-President (5-2 vote)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar: regular business meetings first and third Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m., Room 825 Southland Center
• Adopted evaluation schedule for Superintendent/CEO, Treasurer/CFO, and Internal Auditor/CAE due by June 30, 2022
• Appointed delegates: Dr. Tina Pierce to Ohio School Boards Association conference, Michael Cole as alternate

REGULAR BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

The Columbus Board of Education approved a resolution terminating the contract of Tyler Stanley after he pleaded guilty to kidnapping and burglary and had his educator license revoked. The board also adopted a consent agenda including a $155,000 consultant agreement with Pediatric Academic Association, Inc. for health services advice. Committee appointments and a voucher litigation update were also discussed.

• Termination of Tyler Stanley's contract following guilty plea to kidnapping and burglary (7-9 year sentence) and license revocation
• Approval of $155,000 consultant agreement with Pediatric Academic Association, Inc. for school health programming
• Voucher litigation update presented by board member Eric Brown
• Announcement of board committee appointments for 2022