Dayton Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education approved multiple collective bargaining agreements, a settlement, and a waiver of the 48-hour rule to present them. A human resources item (DEA After July 10) was unanimously rejected. The board also approved the monthly financial report, donations, and a resolution establishing an athletic hall of fame.

• Approval of agreements with OAPSE Local 191 (Lead Child Care) and OAPSE Local 101 (SROs)
• Approval of AFSCME Local 101 (Operations) agreement
• Approval of settlement agreement - R. Yates
• Unanimous rejection of Human Resources - DEA After July 10
• Approval of resolution for DPS Athletic Hall of Fame

The Board approved several agreements with OAPSE and AFSCME locals, as well as a settlement for R. Yates. A recommendation regarding Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied. The Board also approved the November 2021 financial report and appointed a President Pro Tempore for the January 2022 organizational meeting.

• Approved Agreement - AFSCME Local 101 (Operations) (7-0)
• Approved Agreement - OAPSE Local 191 (Lead Child Care) (7-0)
• Approved Agreement - OAPSE Local 101 (SROs) (7-0)
• Approved MOU - OAPSE Local 101 (Vacation Payout) (7-0)
• Approved Settlement Agreement - R. Yates (7-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-7)
• Approved November 2021 Monthly Financial Report (7-0)
• Appointed Karen Wick-Gagnet as President Pro Tempore for Jan 11, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board of Education is holding a review session to discuss items for an upcoming business meeting, including a resolution to approve a performance bonus. The agenda also includes a presentation on Montgomery County Juvenile Court Schools and various superintendent and treasurer recommendations.

• Resolution approving a performance bonus (voted on and carried)
• Special presentation on Montgomery County Juvenile Court Schools
• Memorandum of Understanding with OAPSE Local 101 regarding vacation payout
• Monthly financials for November 2021
• Donations and purchase requisitions

The board approved a resolution for performance bonuses. Other items on the agenda were for information only or procedural in nature.

• Approved Resolution - Approving Performance Bonus (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board Retreat

The Dayton Board of Education held a retreat on December 11, 2021, which included a board member training session. The meeting consisted of call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, training, and adjournment. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Board member training session

Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Dayton Public Schools Board of Education, unscheduled previously. The only action item is entering and then exiting an executive session to discuss personnel matters and preparation for negotiations with public employees. No decisions on those topics are recorded in the agenda.

• Board entered executive session for personnel and negotiations (Ohio Revised Code 121.22(G))
• Motion to enter carried unanimously with 7 votes in favor
• Board exited executive session and adjourned immediately

The board met for a special session to enter and exit an executive session regarding personnel and negotiations. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved entry into Executive Session for personnel and negotiations
• Approved exit from Executive Session

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education approved a five-year financial forecast and related fiscal actions, including an amended certificate of estimated resources and supplemental appropriations. It also added a CTE Work Based Learning Specialist position to the support staff salary scale and authorized up to $7,500 to correct insurance premium deductions for 35 employees. A motion for the Human Resources DEA After July 10 agenda item failed with all board members voting no. The board also approved a settlement agreement with a student and a Community Redevelopment Agreement for Delco District Properties.

• Approval of Five-Year Forecast & Assumptions for FY2022-2026
• Resolution adding CTE Work Based Learning Specialist position at $31.05–$32.63/hour
• Insurance premium payment up to $7,500 for 35 employees with incorrect deductions
• Failure of motion for Human Resources – DEA After July 10 (all six board members voted no)
• Approval of Community Redevelopment Agreement (CRA) for Delco District Properties

The Board approved a new salary scale for district support staff and a five-year financial forecast. They also authorized up to $7,500 to cover incorrect insurance premium deductions for 35 employees. A recommendation for Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied.

• Approved District Support Staff Salary Scale (6-0)
• Approved paying insurance premiums up to $7,500 for 35 employees (6-0)
• Approved Five-Year Forecast & Assumptions (6-0)
• Approved Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources for FY 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Supplemental Appropriation for FY 2022 (6-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 tuition rates (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved Resolution denouncing State Board Repeal (6-0)

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education held a business meeting and approved a series of items including a transportation/bus driver contract, a mediation agreement, and a $213,000 increase to the Board Cost Center for shared services. The board also approved adult meal costs, a settlement agreement with a student, and an agreement with Divine Catering Events. All motions passed, with some votes having dissents or abstentions.

• Approved Transportation/Bus Driver Contract
• Approved $213,000 budget increase for Board Cost Center for shared services
• Approved Adult Meal Cost SY22
• Approved Settlement Agreement - Student
• Approved Agreement with Divine Catering Events

The Board approved a budget increase for Shared Services contractual requirements and authorized several contracts, including a bus driver agreement and a catering contract. Other actions included approving adult meal costs for SY22 and a student settlement agreement.

• Approved $213,000 budget increase for Board Cost Center (7-0)
• Approved Transportation/Bus Driver Contract (7-0)
• Approved Agreement with Divine Catering Events (7-0)
• Approved Adult Meal Cost SY22 (7-0)
• Approved Settlement Agreement - Student (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources agenda line #14 (5-1-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda (6-1)
• Removed Policy IGAH/IGAI from 1st Readings (7-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board held a review session to discuss items for the upcoming business meeting. Key actions included a unanimous vote to waive the 48-hour rule for HR items and approval of board member travel expenses for conferences. One HR motion (DEA After July 10) failed unanimously. The board also reviewed contracts, monthly financials, donations, and went into executive session for attorney conference and employee matters.

• Human Resources - DEA After July 10 motion failed 0-7
• Board member travel approved for OSBA Southwest Region Fall Conference, NSBA Equity Symposium, and NSBA Advocacy Institute
• Resolution on adult meal costs for SY22 reviewed
• Donations for October 12, 2021 reviewed
• Executive session held for attorney conference and public employee employment

The Board approved several human resources items and a request for board member travel expenses to attend the OSBA Southwest Region Fall Conference. One human resources item regarding DEA after July 10 was denied. The board also entered and exited an executive session to consult with an attorney.

• Waived the 48-hour rule for Human Resources (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources - FOR VOTE (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources (not specified) (7-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-7)
• Approved Board Member Travel/Expense for OSBA Southwest Region Fall Conference (7-0)
• Approved entry into Executive Session for attorney conference and employee employment (7-0)
• Approved exit from Executive Session (7-0)

Board Retreat

The Dayton Board of Education held a retreat on October 2, 2021. They approved board member travel and expenses for the NSBA Equity Symposium and NBSA Advocacy Institute in Washington DC in January 2022. They also appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Treasurer Pro Tem and entered executive session to consider the employment of a public employee.

• Board member travel and expenses approved for NSBA Equity Symposium (Jan 22, 2022) and NBSA Advocacy Institute (Jan 23-25, 2022) in Washington DC
• Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard appointed as Treasurer Pro Tem
• Executive session held to consider employment of a public employee
• Board member training conducted as a special presentation
• Meeting opened with roll call, pledge of allegiance, and call to order

The Board appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard to serve as Treasurer Pro Tem. The Board also entered and exited an executive session to consider the employment of public employees.

• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Treasurer Pro Tem (7-0)
• Entered executive session to consider public employee employment (7-0)
• Exited executive session regarding public employee employment (7-0)

Business Meeting

The board voted on a consent agenda and several superintendent recommendations. They approved moving $200,000 from Connor Group deposits into the general fund for curriculum and attendance incentives, a resolution for Welcome Stadium position payments, multiple settlement agreements, a YMCA lease agreement, and amended fiscal year 2022 resource estimates. A COVID-19 update from county and district officials was also presented.

• Approval of $200,000 Connor Group deposit allocation: $100,000 for curriculum programming, $100,000 for attendance campaign incentives
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for Delco District Project
• Approval of $45 per game payment for Welcome Stadium positions (ticket takers, PA announcer, etc.)
• Approval of settlement agreements for L. Creech, D. Johnson, I. Moore, M. Wood, and Dayton Stanley Avenue LLC
• Approval of YMCA lease agreement

The board approved multiple settlement agreements, a YMCA lease, and fiscal year 2022 supplemental appropriations. A recommendation regarding human resources (DEA After July 10) was denied. The board also adopted codified policies for the Handbook of Policies, Rules and Regulations.

• Approved Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding - Delco District Project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution to Move Deposits into General Fund (6-0)
• Approved Resolution for Welcome Stadium Positions payment (6-0)
• Approved settlement agreements for Local 166, L. Creech, D. Johnson, I. Moore, and M. Wood (6-0)
• Approved YMCA Lease Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Settlement Agreement for Dayton Stanley Avenue LLC (6-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board met for a review session to discuss items for the upcoming business meeting, including a resolution to move $200,000 from Connor Group deposits into curriculum and attendance incentive programs. The board also reviewed several settlement agreements, a broadcast rights agreement with WRGT 45, and a fee resolution for Welcome Stadium positions. The meeting included executive session on employee negotiations.

• Resolution to move $200,000 from Connor Group deposits: $100,000 into curriculum and $100,000 into attendance incentive programs
• Settlement agreements with D. Johnson, Margaret Wood, and Y&O Pinewood (approved)
• Broadcast rights agreement with WRGT 45 approved
• Resolution to authorize $45 per game for Welcome Stadium positions (ticket taker, scorekeeper, etc.)
• YMCA lease agreement discussed

The Board approved several human resources items, a broadcast rights agreement with WRGT 45, and a settlement with Y&O Pinewood. A proposal regarding Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied. Board member travel and expense reimbursements were also approved.

• Approved Human Resource items (7-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-7)
• Approved WRGT 45 Broadcast Rights agreement (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Y&O Pinewood (7-0)
• Approved board member travel/expense reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved entering and exiting Executive Session for negotiations (7-0)

Special Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education held a special meeting on August 31, 2021. The board voted unanimously to enter and later exit executive session to discuss employee negotiations. They also voted to approve a contract with the Shared Resource Center.

• Voted to enter executive session for employee compensation negotiations
• Voted to exit executive session
• Approved a contract with the Shared Resource Center

The Board of Education approved a contract with the Shared Resource Center. The board also entered and exited an executive session to discuss employee negotiations.

• Approved contract with Shared Resource Center (7-0)
• Entered executive session for employee negotiations (7-0)
• Exited executive session for employee negotiations (7-0)

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education approved a consent agenda including routine personnel and contract items, a Reduction in Force (RIF) resolution for August 2021, and several Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with organizations including Dayton Children's Hospital and the City of Dayton. A separate Human Resources item (DEA After July 10) failed. The board also added a Transportation Logistic Specialist position to the salary scale and authorized payments for Welcome Stadium video board operation.

• Reduction in Force (RIF) Resolution - DSS August 2021 approved
• Memorandum of Understanding with Dayton Children's Hospital (Females of Color) approved
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Dayton for Fire and Police Instructor services approved
• New position (Transportation Logistic Specialist) added to salary scale at $23.54–$24.71/hr
• Resolution authorizing $60 per event payment for Welcome Stadium video board operator approved

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2022 estimated resources and original appropriation measure. Members also authorized several memorandums of understanding and a reduction in force resolution. A proposal regarding Human Resources DEA after July 10 was denied.

• Approved FY2022 Estimated Resources and Original Appropriation Measure (6-0)
• Approved Reduction in Force (RIF) Resolution - DSS August 2021 (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved District Support Staff Salary Scale resolution (6-0)
• Approved agreement with The Flats at South Park III, LLC (6-0)
• Approved MOUs with Dayton Children's Hospital, Neighborhood School Centers SY22, and Greater Dayton Edgemont (6-0)
• Authorized Superintendent for pre-approval of Welcome Stadium Project Contracts (6-0)
• Adopted codified policies for the Handbook of Policies, Rules and Regulations (6-0)

Review Session

The Board reviews the Fiscal Year 2022 Official Certificate of Estimated Resources and Original Appropriation Measure, as well as a resolution authorizing improvements to school facilities. Other items include a reduction in force resolution, a new salary scale position, and several memoranda of understanding with community partners. The board also discusses an update on COVID-19 guidelines and pre-approval for Welcome Stadium project contracts.

• Resolution authorizing improving school facilities (for vote)
• Original Appropriation Measure for Fiscal Year 2022
• Reduction in Force (RIF) Resolution - DSS August 2021
• Memorandum of Understanding with Dayton Children's Hospital (Females of Color)
• Resolution to authorize $60 payment for video board operator at Welcome Stadium

The Board approved a resolution to authorize improving school facilities. Members also approved a 48-hour rule waiver and a human resources item. Other items including contracts and financial reports were discussed or presented for information.

• Approved 48-hour rule waiver for Human Resources (7-0)
• Approved Human Resources item (7-0)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing Improving School Facilities (7-0)

Strategic Planning Presentation Schedule

The Board is establishing a schedule for staff to report on strategic goal work throughout the year. Presenters are required to use district-created slides and limit presentations to 15 minutes.

• Strategic planning progress reports to be included in future Business meetings

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education voted to rename five school buildings and facilities, including Paul Laurence Dunbar Early College High School to Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and World of Wonder Elementary School to DPS Residence Park Staff Development Center. A human resources item failed on a unanimous no vote, and a memorandum of understanding with Neighborhood School Centers was pulled for language revisions. The board also approved a resignation agreement, monthly financials, and donations.

• Resolution to rename five school buildings (Dunbar, Central Kitchen, Jackson Center, WOW, Gardendale) approved
• Human Resources - DEA After July 10 item failed on a 7-0 no vote
• Memorandum of Understanding with Neighborhood School Centers SY22 pulled for language revision
• Resignation agreement with Anna Helms approved
• Board appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as delegate and Gabriela Pickett as alternate to OSBA Annual Business Meeting

The Board approved a resolution to change the names of five school and district facilities. Other actions included approving June 2021 financials and a resignation agreement for Anna Helms. A recommendation for Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied.

• Approved renaming five buildings, including Paul Laurence Dunbar High School (7-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-7)
• Pulled Memorandum of Understanding - Neighborhood School Centers SY22 for language revision (6-0)
• Approved resignation agreement for Anna Helms (6-0)
• Approved June 2021 monthly financials (6-0)
• Approved June 2021 official minutes (6-0)
• Approved July 27, 2021 donations (6-0)
• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard and Gabriela Pickett as OSBA Annual Business Meeting delegates (6-0)

Review Session

This is a review session where the board discusses items for approval at a future business meeting. Key items include a resolution to change the school name from Paul Laurence Dunbar Early College High School to Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, human resources recommendations, and contracts. The board also reviews monthly financials for June 2021 and donations.

• Resolution to rename Paul Laurence Dunbar Early College High School to Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
• Human Resources items presented for a vote
• Contracts and Agreements discussion
• Memorandum of Understanding for Neighborhood School Centers SY22
• Donations received July 20, 2021

The board approved a set of human resources recommendations. Other items including contracts, a school name change resolution, and purchase requisitions were listed for discussion or information but no further votes were recorded.

• Approved Human Resources items (6-0)

Board Retreat

The Dayton Board of Education held a retreat covering board member training, a facilities update, and an executive session to consider employment or dismissal of a public employee. The board also approved human resources items and adjourned.

• Board member training session
• Facilities update discussion
• Executive session on public employee employment/dismissal
• Approval of human resources items

Special Meeting

The Dayton Public Schools Board of Education held a special unscheduled meeting and approved several fiscal items, including an amended certificate of estimated resources for FY 2021, supplemental appropriations, temporary board advances, and district insurance coverage renewals for FY 2022. The board also approved a human resources item and a service agreement amendment with Sedgwick. An executive session was held to consider employment or dismissal of a public employee.

• Approved an amended certificate of estimated resources for FY 2021
• Approved supplemental appropriations for FY 2021
• Approved temporary board advances
• Approved district insurance coverage renewals for FY 2022 (property, liability, crime, and cyber insurance)
• Approved a service agreement amendment with Sedgwick

The board took action on several financial and administrative items, including FY 2021 supplemental appropriations and insurance renewals for FY 2022. The meeting also included a waiver of the 48-hour rule and a service agreement amendment for Sedgwick.

• Approved Service Agreement Amendment for Sedgwick
• Approved waiver of the 48-hour Rule
• Approved Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources for FY 2021
• Approved Supplemental Appropriations for FY 2021
• Approved Temporary Board Advances
• Approved District Insurance Coverage Renewals for FY 2022 (Property, Liability, Crime & Cyber Insurance)
• Approved Purchase Requisitions

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education held a business meeting and approved several items including renaming Meadowdale High School to Meadowdale Career Technology Center, three memorandums of understanding with OAPSE locals, settlement agreements with Cynthia Vaughn and interpreters, a salary increase for MOC/FOC Lead Life Coaches to $25 per hour, and a temporary certificate of estimated resources for Fiscal Year 2022. The board also recognized the Dunbar High School track team and MLK contest winners, and waived the 48-hour rule for a human resources item.

• Renamed Meadowdale High School to Meadowdale Career Technology Center
• Approved MOUs with OAPSE Local 101 (SROs), Local 191 (OT-PT-MH), and Local 643 (Paras)
• Approved settlement agreements with Cynthia Vaughn and interpreters
• Raised MOC/FOC Lead Life Coach pay rate to $25.00 per hour effective July 1, 2021
• Approved temporary certificate of estimated resources for FY2022

The Board approved three Memoranda of Understanding with OAPSE locals and several FY2022 financial resolutions. Other actions included renaming Meadowdale Career Technology Center and approving various settlement agreements. A resolution for permission to advertise failed.

• Approved MOUs for OAPSE Local 101, Local 191, and Local 643
• Approved resolution to change salary scale
• Approved renaming of Meadowdale Career Technology Center
• Approved ADM Settlement Agreement (pending State Board approval)
• Approved OHSAA Membership for SY22
• Approved settlement agreements for Cynthia Vaughn and Interpreters
• Approved Temporary Certificate of Estimated Resources and Appropriation Measure for FY2022
• Resolution for Permission to Advertise failed

Review Session

The board is reviewing items for approval at a future business meeting. Key actions include a resolution to rename Meadowdale High School to Meadowdale Career Technology Center, approve temporary appropriations for FY2022, and raise the pay rate for MOC/FOC Lead Life Coach to $25.00 per hour. The board also discussed settlement agreements and memorandums of understanding with union locals.

• Rename Meadowdale High School to Meadowdale Career Technology Center
• Approve temporary certificate of estimated resources and temporary appropriation for FY2022
• Raise MOC/FOC Lead Life Coach pay to $25.00/hour beginning July 1, 2021
• Appoint Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as treasurer pro tem
• Discuss settlement agreements for Cynthia Vaughn and paraprofessionals

The board appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as treasurer pro tem and approved a set of contracts. Several other items, including school name changes and settlement agreements, were discussed but no final resolutions were recorded for them.

• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as treasurer pro tem (7-0)
• Approved Contracts (7-0)

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education held a business meeting and voted on several items, including a compensation agreement with Dillon Investment Corp. for a CRA arrangement, re-appointments of administrative and teaching staff, and updates to the administrative salary schedule. One item, the Human Resources DEA After July 10, failed to pass. The board also approved two memorandums of understanding related to the Males of Color program.

• Approved CRA Compensation Agreement with Dillon Investment Corp. (WD-Dillin JV, LLC)
• Failed motion on Human Resources DEA After July 10 (unanimous no vote)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Dayton Children's & Males of Color
• Updated administrative salary schedule: Senior Recruiter & Compliance at $90,000 FY2022, Project Manager at $121,383.44 FY2022
• Approved increase in tuition reimbursement for CTE instructors up to $3,000 per year

The Board approved re-appointments for administration, district support, and professional teaching staff for the 2021-2022 school year. It also approved a five-year financial forecast and several personnel agreements. A recommendation regarding Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied.

• Approved Administration and District Support Staff Re-Appointments (7-0)
• Approved Professional Teaching Staff Re-Appointments (7-0)
• Approved $20.50 hourly rate for adjuncts for 2021-2022 (7-0)
• Approved Five-Year Forecast and Assumptions (7-0)
• Approved CRA Compensation Agreement with Dillon Investment Corp. (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved Resolution in Support of Fair School Funding Plan (7-0)
• Approved reduction in force for Academic Coordinator Preschool (7-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board of Education meets for a review session ahead of a business meeting, discussing items including a resolution in support of the Fair School Funding Plan, staff reappointments, and contract renewals. Personnel actions include re-appointing professional teaching and administrative support staff for the 2021-2022 school year, renewing administrative contracts for one year, and increasing tuition reimbursement for CTE instructors to $3,000 per year. The board also reviews several memoranda of understanding, a reduction in force, and updated administrative salary schedules.

• Resolution in support of Fair School Funding Plan
• Re-appointment of professional teaching staff and administrative support staff for 2021-2022
• Renewal of six administrative contracts for one year through June 30, 2022
• Increase tuition reimbursement for CTE instructors to $3,000 per calendar year
• Reduction in force for the Academic Coordinator Preschool position

The board held a review session consisting primarily of discussions and information items. The only recorded substantive actions were the motions to enter and exit an executive session to discuss employee appointments, dismissals, and property transactions.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for public employee and real estate matters (7-0)
• Approved motion to exit Executive Session (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (7-0)

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education approved a teacher recruitment plan offering $1,000 per recruit hired, a bus driver attendance incentive, the sale of property at 6900 N. Main St., and a resolution renewing the Learn to Earn program. A consent agenda covering routine personnel and contracts was also approved. A human resources item related to the DEA after July 10 failed unanimously. The board also approved an MOU with Sinclair College for Credit Plus rates and an amended certificate of estimated resources.

• Teacher recruitment plan: $1,000 referral bonus per new hire, up to 80 teachers
• Bus driver attendance incentive: 5 extra hours pay for perfect attendance weekly (Apr 19–Jun 29)
• Sale of property at 6900 N. Main St., Dayton
• Resolution renewing Learn to Earn program
• MOU with Sinclair College for Credit Plus rates SY22

The Board approved the sale of property at 6900 N. Main St. and a teacher recruitment plan. It also authorized a bus driver incentive and a credit plus rates MOU with Sinclair College. A human resources item regarding DEA After July 10 was denied.

• Approved sale of property at 6900 N. Main St. (6-0)
• Approved Teacher Recruitment Plan (6-0)
• Approved Bus Driver Incentive (6-0)
• Approved MOU for Sinclair College Credit Plus Rates SY22 (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Learn to Earn Renewal (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved settlement and resignation agreements for Christine Morris, Roya Linger, and Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (6-0)
• Approved FY 2021 Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources and Supplemental Appropriations (6-0)

Board Retreat

The Dayton Board of Education holds a retreat with a team-building session and a budget overview presentation. No votes or decisions on substantive items are on the agenda beyond the procedural adjournment.

• Team-building presentation by Beth Whelley (Fahlgren) with TED talks on collaborative leadership
• Budget overview presented by Hiwot Abraha (discussion only, no action)
• Adjournment motion carried unanimously

The board conducted a retreat featuring a team building presentation and a budget overview. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board met to review and approve district agreements and financial reports. The board approved a 15-year CRA compensation agreement with WD-Dillin JV, LLC that directs minimum net proceeds from fundraisers to district projects, and a consultant contract with Fahlgren Mortine. Members also reviewed fiscal year 2021 resource certificates, supplemental appropriations, personnel settlements, and real estate matters.

• CRA Compensation Agreement with WD-Dillin JV, LLC guaranteeing minimum net proceeds starting at $10,000 in year one and rising to $50,000 by year five.
• Consultant contract approval for Fahlgren Mortine.
• Settlement agreement with Advocates for Basic Legal Equality.
• Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources and supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2021.
• Executive session on real estate entering and exiting matters.

The board approved a CRA Compensation Agreement with WD-Dillin JV, LLC and a consultant contract with Fahlgren Mortine. Other items including the 2021 Learn to Earn Renewal and Sinclair College Credit Plus Rates were discussed or presented for information.

• Approved CRA Compensation Agreement with WD-Dillin JV, LLC (5-0)
• Approved consultant contract with Fahlgren Mortine (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Dayton Public Schools Board of Education held a special meeting on April 7, 2021, at the Administration Building. The board voted unanimously to appoint Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Treasurer Pro Tempore. They also received a presentation on an equity audit from Sharon Goins and Dr. Anita Moore as a discussion item.

• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Treasurer Pro Tempore (motion carried unanimously)
• Discussion of equity audit presented by Sharon Goins and Dr. Anita Moore
• Meeting included procedural opening, roll call, and pledge of allegiance

The board appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard to serve as Treasurer Pro Tempore. The meeting also included a presentation regarding an equity audit.

• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Treasurer Pro Tempore (7-0)

Business Meeting

The Dayton Board of Education approved substitute pay scales at $12.00 per hour for paraprofessionals, clericals, food service workers, and custodians, effective immediately. The board also ratified collective bargaining agreements with OAPSE 158 (Clerical) and OAPSE 101 (Operations), adopted district calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Wilberforce University. A resolution for Human Resources - DEA After July 10 failed unanimously.

• Substitute salary scale set at $12.00/hour for paraprofessionals, clericals, food service workers, and custodians
• Ratified OAPSE 158 (Clerical) and OAPSE 101 (Operations) union contracts
• Updated salary schedule for Challenger Senior Flight Specialist, starting at $54,190 for FY2022-2024
• Approved G. Carroll Settlement Agreement and leave of absence
• Adopted district calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years

The Board approved contracts for OAPSE 158 (Clerical) and OAPSE 101 (Operations), as well as the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 district calendars. A recommendation for Human Resources - DEA After July 10 was denied. The Board also approved updated salary schedules for senior flight specialists and various substitute positions.

• Approved OAPSE 158 (Clerical) contract (6-0)
• Approved OAPSE 101 (Operations) contract (6-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 District Calendars (6-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-6)
• Approved salary schedule update for Senior Flight Specialist (6-0)
• Approved salary scale update for substitute paraprofessionals, clericals, food service workers, and custodians (6-0)
• Approved G. Carroll settlement agreement and leave of absence (6-0)
• Approved February 2021 monthly financials and minutes (6-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board met in a review session to discuss items for an upcoming business meeting. Key topics included a proposed salary scale update setting substitute paraprofessionals, clericals, food service workers, and custodians at $12.00/hour, and a resolution to hire Elizabeth Birdwell as an intervention specialist. The board also reviewed the district calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, and a memorandum of understanding with Wilberforce University.

• Salary scale update for substitute paraprofessionals, clericals, food service workers, and custodians to $12.00/hour
• Resolution to hire Elizabeth Birdwell as an elementary school Intervention Specialist for the Medically Fragile
• Approval of district calendars for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023
• Memorandum of Understanding between Males of Color and Wilberforce University
• Agreement for OEC Overload Pay for Intervention Specialists

Business Meeting

The board approved a bus driver recruitment plan offering a $1,500 signing bonus, raised training pay from $8.70 to $12 per hour, and referral bonuses for employees. It also approved agreements with DPSU Local 101, Mont County ESC, Sinclair, and others, as well as monthly financials and purchase requisitions.

• Resolution - Bus Driver Recruitment Plan: $1,500 signing bonus, $12/hr training pay, referral bonuses up to $175
• Agreement - DPSU Local 101 (Security Resource Officers)
• Agreement - Mont County ESC School PLP Courseware
• Memorandum of Understanding - Sinclair: College Credit Plus
• Monthly Financials - January 2021 approved

The Board of Education approved several agreements for security, courseware, and college credit programs. They also adopted new policies regarding the retirement and severance pay of professional staff. All motions passed with unanimous 7-0 votes.

• Approved Bus Driver Recruitment Plan (7-0)
• Adopted policies for Retirement of Professional Staff Members/Severance Pay (7-0)
• Approved agreement with DPSU Local 101 for Security Resource Officers (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Mont County ESC School PLP Courseware (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Sinclair for College Credit Plus (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Ohio Valley Construction Education Foundation (7-0)
• Approved January 2021 Monthly Financials (7-0)
• Approved compensation agreement with Economy Linen (7-0)

Review Session

The Dayton Public Schools Board held a review session to discuss items for an upcoming business meeting. The most notable item is a proposed bus driver recruitment plan that includes a $1,500 signing bonus for new drivers, an increase in training pay to $12 per hour, and referral bonuses for current employees. Other items include the appointment of Christina Martindale as Academic Coordinator, various contracts and agreements, and monthly financial reports.

• Bus Driver Recruitment Plan: $1,500 signing bonus, training pay raised to $12/hr, referral bonuses of $125-$175
• Appointment of Christina Martindale as Academic Coordinator (OEC) effective Dec 15, 2020
• Agreement with Sinclair Community College for College Credit Plus
• Memorandum of Understanding with Midwest & Plains Equity Assistance Center
• Monthly financials for January 2021 and purchase requisitions

Business Meeting

The board approved a new contract for Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth J. Lolli covering 2021-2023, and rejected a human resources item related to DEA after July 10. It also approved several memoranda of understanding, including one on certified employee evaluation and another with Central State University for males of color, plus financial items like the amended certificate of estimated resources, supplemental appropriations, and donations.

• Approved superintendent contract for Elizabeth Lolli 2021-2023
• Rejected Human Resources – DEA After July 10
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding – Certified Employee Evaluation
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding – Males of Color and Central State University
• Approved Graduation Seal Requirements (community service, fine & performing arts, student engagement)

The Board approved a 2021-2023 contract for Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Lolli and passed several financial resolutions for FY 2021. The Board also approved a memorandum of understanding with Central State University and established graduation seal requirements. A human resources recommendation regarding DEA After July 10 was denied.

• Approved Superintendent contract 2021-2023 for Dr. Elizabeth Lolli (7-0)
• Denied Human Resources - DEA After July 10 (0-7)
• Approved MOU for Certified Employee Evaluation (7-0)
• Approved MOU for Males of Color and Central State University (6-0)
• Approved Graduation Seal Requirements (7-0)
• Approved FY 2021 Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources (7-0)
• Approved FY 2021 Supplemental Appropriation Measure (7-0)
• Appointed Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard as Legislative Liaison to the Ohio School Boards Association (7-0)

Organization Meeting/Review Session

This is the annual organizational meeting of the Dayton Public Schools Board of Education. The board elected Mohamed Al-Hamdani as president for 2021, voted on several routine resolutions (meeting dates, OSBA membership, facsimile signatures, service fund), and reviewed superintendent and treasurer recommendations including an amended certificate of estimated resources and supplemental appropriations. An executive session for personnel and legal matters was also scheduled.

• Election of Mohamed Al-Hamdani as Board President for 2021 (vote 7-0)
• Approved resolutions: 2021 meeting dates, OSBA membership, OSBA Legal Assistance Fund, advance payment of taxes, facsimile signatures, certificate of enrollment, and service fund
• Treasurer's recommendation: Amended Certificate of Estimated Resources for FY 2021 (FY21.5)
• Treasurer's recommendation: Supplemental Appropriations for FY 2021
• Executive session authorized for personnel and conference with attorney

The Board held an organizational meeting to elect its 2021 leadership and approve several administrative resolutions. The board also entered and exited an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Elected Mohamed Al-Hamdani as President for 2021 (7-0)
• Nominated Will Smith for Vice President for 2021
• Nominated Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard for Parliamentarian for 2021
• Approved organizational resolutions including 2021 meeting dates and OSBA membership (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Advance Payment of Taxes (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing use of facsimile signatures (7-0)
• Approved resolution to establish the Service Fund (7-0)
• Entered and exited executive session regarding personnel and attorney conference (7-0)