Toledo Public Schools public meetings in 2025

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education is voting on several action items at this regular meeting, including the approval of the State Plan Narrative and Workbook for FY26 and the creation of a Board Oversight Committee. The board also recognizes retirees with 25 or more years of service and considers a consent agenda covering personnel, financial reports, purchases, and the district calendar for 2026-2029.

• Approval of the State Plan Narrative and Workbook for FY26 (Ohio Department of Education and Workforce)
• Creation of a Board Oversight Committee
• Recognition of retirees with 25 or more years of service
• Consent agenda includes monthly financial report ending November 30, 2025, and change orders for Scott Park Masonry and Crossgates Roof Replacement
• Approval of three-year student attendance calendars for 2026-2027 through 2028-2029

The Toledo Public Schools Board approved the State Plan Narrative and Workbook required by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. The Board also established a new Board Oversight Committee to review organizational restructuring. Additionally, James Gant was approved as Treasurer Pro Tempore and President Pro Tempore.

• Approved James Gant as Treasurer Pro Tempore (5-0)
• Approved December 18, 2025 Board Agenda (5-0)
• Approved State Plan Narrative and Workbook (5-0)
• Approved Board Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Approved January 6, 2026 as the Organizational Board Meeting date (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Opposing Ohio Senate Bill 107 (5-0)
• Approved Head Start Delegate Agency Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Early Head Start Delegate Agreement (5-0)

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve a consent agenda including a monthly financial report through November 2025, change orders for school construction projects, and a placeholder resolution for 2026 airport liability insurance. The committee will also discuss a resolution to renew institutional memberships for 2026. The meeting includes reports on investments, aging accounts, self-insurance, severance liability, and check registers.

• Consent agenda includes change orders for Crossgates roof replacement (M.J. Weis) and Scott Park masonry (RAM Construction).
• Monthly financial report with spending plan and fund transfers for December 2025.
• Board service fund expenditures for December 2025.
• Purchases for board confirmation (specific items not listed).
• Discussion on resolution to renew institutional memberships and other services for 2026.

The committee tabled resolutions regarding institutional memberships for further review. Members discussed potential bond-funded boiler, window, and HVAC replacements at DeVilbiss. The committee also reviewed monthly financial reports and special projects change orders.

• Tabled 2026 renewal of institutional memberships
• Tabled resolution for services provided to the Board of Education
• Recommended approval of November financial report
• Recommended approval of Board Service Fund report
• Recommended approval of 2026 airport liability insurance resolution
• Recommended approval of special projects change orders
• Recommended approval of two monthly purchases for board confirmation

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review administrative, instructional, and non-certified board agenda items. The body will also discuss a resolution opposing the Partisan School Board Elections Act (SB 107) and review personnel reports.

• Discussion of resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 107 (Partisan School Board Elections Act)
• Review of December 16, 2025 Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections
• EEOC Report
• Substitute Teacher Reports
• Grievance and Exit Surveys Reports

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum Committee will hear presentations on SchooLinks, MTSS attendance and discipline data, a special education standing report, and magnet school data. Old business includes discussions on common scheduling, middle school experience survey results, TPS on Tour survey, and a three-year calendar update. New business covers graduates and CBHAC updates. The meeting is procedural with no action items listed.

• SchooLinks Report presentation
• MTSS Attendance and Discipline: Quarter 1 Update with data reports
• Special Education Standing Report presentation
• Ohio EPA Source Reduction Grant Prospectus
• Three Year Calendar Update for 2026-2027 through 2028-2029

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee meets to receive informational reports on Head Start funding, financial statements, enrollment, meals, licensing, and special education. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of procedural items and standing reports.

• Notice of award for Head Start grant 05CH012386-03-00
• Financial statements: budget vs. expense, GL report, October NFM report
• Enrollment reports for October and November 2025
• CACFP meal report for October 2025
• Licensing and SUTQ Quality Assurance reports for October 2025

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to discuss student supports, community partnerships, and public relations. The body is scheduled to take action on a resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 107.

• Discussion: Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Discussion: Community Partnerships
• Discussion: Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement
• Discussion: Community and Public Relations
• Action: Resolution Opposing Ohio Senate Bill 107

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will meet to receive information updates on winter sports, fine arts, and facilities. The agenda includes reports on community partnerships and OHSAA.

• Winter Sports Update
• Community Partnership Update
• OHSAA Update
• Fine Arts Update
• Athletic and Fine Arts Facilities updates

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education met to adopt the agenda, recognize retirees, and approve a series of consent items including financial reports, bond service contracts, and policy updates.

• Board adopts November 18, 2025 agenda
• Monthly financial report for October 31, 2025
• Resolution for accounts receivable collection services
• Resolution for advance of taxes 2026
• Board Policy Development and Adoption

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will review the October 2025 monthly financial reports and approve several resolutions, including the selection of a provider for bond arbitrage rebate services and a collection agency. The meeting will also include a report on the TPS Foundation's finances.

• Monthly Financial Report Period Ending October 31, 2025
• Resolution Awarding Arbitrage Rebate Services
• Resolution Awarding Collection Agency Services
• TPS Foundation Financial Update - Period Ending October 2025
• Correction to 2025 September Board Service Fund Expenditures Report

The committee approved monthly financial reports, a resolution for tax advances, and contracts for collection services and bond compliance. Staff was directed to provide more details on a student services purchase order and to develop options for greater Board oversight of the insurance fund.

• Approved monthly financial report (revenue up 7.4% through October)
• Approved Board Service Fund correction ($100.72 increase)
• Approved Faithful Performance Bonds resolution
• Approved resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Approved Bricker Graydon for bond arbitrage services (highest bidder)
• Approved Scheer, Green & Burke for accounts receivable collection (lowest bidder)
• Approved advance of taxes resolution for 2026
• Approved special projects change order deductions ($27,000 total)

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will discuss student engagement with AGC education initiatives and construction trades pathways. The body will also review a resolution regarding work-based learning hours.

• Resolution Recognizing Work Based Learning Hours
• AGC Education Initiatives and TPS School Engagement discussion
• Construction Trades and Workforce Pathways for TPS Students discussion
• NEXTSTEP 2025 overview and recap
• TPS on Tour! event scheduled for December 5, 2025

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss annual reviews and new business regarding district operations, student conduct, and administrative procedures. The meeting includes reviews of policies ranging from cybersecurity and budget planning to student cellphone use and grading systems.

• Discussion of student cellphone and electronic device use (JFCK)
• Review of cybersecurity (EHC) and emergency management and safety plans (EBC)
• Discussion of grading systems (IKA) and graduation requirements (IKF)
• Review of budget planning (DBD) and expense reimbursements (DLC/DLC-R)
• Proposed rescission of drug-free workplace (GBP-E) and student uniform exemption (JFCA-E) policies

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review and consent to agenda items for the November 18, 2025 board meeting, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections. The committee will also consider Memoranda of Understanding for the Toledo Federation of Teachers and AFSCME.

• Review of November 18, 2025 Administrative Section
• Review of November 18, 2025 Instructional Section
• Review of November 18, 2025 Non Certified Section
• TFT MOU Resolution
• AFSCME MOU Resolution

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Education is reviewing financial reports, personnel policies, and operational contracts. Key actions include approving a minimum wage rate increase and an urgent contract for the Transportation Department heating system.

• Resolution for Minimum Wage Rate Increase effective January 2026
• Urgent Necessity Resolution to award the contract for the Transportation Department Heating System
• Approval of the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 30, 2025
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Updates to Personnel (G) and Staff Conduct (GBCB) policies

The Board of Education approved the October 28, 2025, agenda and a wide range of items via the consent agenda. Approved actions included minimum wage rate increases, financial reports, and several personnel and policy updates.

• Approved October 28, 2025 Board Agenda (4-0)
• Approved Administrative Section (4-0)
• Approved TFT MOU (4-0)
• Approved Minimum Wage Rate Increase January 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending September 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Board Service Fund (4-0)
• Approved Transportation Department Heating System urgent necessity (4-0)
• Approved Resolution Declaring Transportation Impractical (4-0)

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to review updates on student supports and community partnerships. The agenda includes presentations from district staff and a discussion on the role of the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement. The meeting is scheduled for 10:30 A.M. at the Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus.

• Discussion of Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Presentation on Community Partnerships
• Discussion on Assistant Superintendent role
• Next meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025

Special Board Meeting - Board Retreat

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special board retreat at the Toledo Zoo to discuss and potentially vote on a resolution approving the district's five-year financial forecast. Other agenda items include a legislative update, a safety and security presentation, a legal update, and a board governance review.

• Resolution to approve the Five Year Forecast
• Five Year Forecast presentation by Treasurer/CFO Ryan Stechschulte
• Legislative update by Patrick Schwartz of High Bridge Consulting
• Safety & Security presentation by Deputy Superintendent Jim Gant
• Legal update by Amy Natyshak of Marshall & Melhorn, LLC

The board discussed legislative bills impacting property taxes and local school funding. Members also reviewed strategies for securing state capital budget funds through targeted project proposals.

• Discussed legislative impact of HB 186, HB 309, and HB 335
• Identified need to finalize a capital budget proposal within one month
• Targeted November 7th for department heads to present potential capital projects

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet on October 16, 2025, to discuss annual reviews of minor policies covering personnel, staff conduct, drug-free workplace, hiring, and leaves. Previous business items include board committees, federal grant funds, purchasing procedures, and intervention services. The meeting also includes an executive session. No decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion only.

• Annual review of minor policies: G-Personnel, GBCB-Staff Conduct, GBP-Drug-Free Workplace, GCD-Professional Staff Hiring, and others (16 total)
• Previous business: BCE-Board Committees, DECA-Administration of Federal Grant Funds, DJF-Purchasing Procedures
• Consideration of rescinding JHE-Student Social Services and JFCA-E-Request for Exemption from Student Uniform or Dress Code
• Follow-up items: JFCF-Hazing and Bullying program verification and JHCC-Communicable Diseases regarding potential closings
• Executive session scheduled

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will vote on a consent agenda including the September 2025 monthly financial report, a resolution for an urgent necessity contract for the Transportation Department heating system, and a resolution declaring transportation impractical. The committee will also discuss the five-year forecast and a draft standard operating procedure for board committee minutes.

• Urgent Necessity Resolution to award a contract for the Transportation Department heating system
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical for certain routes or services
• Monthly financial report period ending September 30, 2025, including fund transfers
• Discussion of the five-year financial forecast for the district
• Resolution for Deputy Superintendent faithful performance bond for October 2025

The committee reviewed several items recommended for Board approval, including a heating system repair for the Transportation garage. Discussions included the district's five-year forecast and the need to reduce deficit spending.

• Recommended September monthly financial report for Board approval
• Recommended Board Service Fund report for Board approval
• Recommended Deputy Superintendent Faithful Performance Bond for Board approval
• Recommended urgent necessity resolution for Transportation garage heating system for Board approval
• Recommended monthly resolution declaring transportation impractical for Board approval
• Recommended monthly purchase orders for Board confirmation

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee will review standing reports on enrollment, finances, and special education. Members will discuss a CAP Review Summary and consider the approval of Policy Council Bylaws.

• Approval of Policy Council Bylaws
• Review of Head Start communications regarding chronic absenteeism and FY2026 monitoring
• Review of September 2025 financial statements and enrollment reports
• Discussion of CAP Follow-Up Review Summary Report
• Review of September Special Education and SST reports

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will receive presentations on the Special Education Standing Report, the 2025-2026 Strategic Plan and Key Performance Indicators, and a Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant (CLSD) for Birth-Age 5. The committee will also discuss common scheduling, the middle school experience, NEXTSTEP 2025, and review the TPS On Tour! program. A presentation on graduates is scheduled under new business.

• Special Education Standing Report presented for review
• Strategic Plan and Key Performance Indicators for 2025-2026
• Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant (CLSD) Birth-Age 5 prospectus
• Common scheduling and middle school experience discussed as old business
• NEXTSTEP 2025 program overview presented

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Human Resource Committee will meet to review administrative agenda items for October 28, 2025, and consider a resolution to increase the minimum wage rate for January 2026. The meeting includes reports on substitute teachers and paraprofessionals, as well as memoranda of understanding with the TFT and TAAP unions.

• Resolution for Minimum Wage Rate Increase January 2026
• Review of October 28, 2025 Administrative Section
• Review of October 28, 2025 Instructional Section
• Review of October 28, 2025 Non Certified Section
• Memoranda of Understanding with TFT and TAAP

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee of Toledo Public Schools will meet to receive updates on fall sports, community partnerships, fine arts, and key performance indicators, and to take action on board-approved athletics rates for 2025-2026. No dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Action item: Board Approved Rates 2025-2026 for athletics
• Information: Fall Sports Update
• Information: Community Partnership Update
• Information: Fine Arts Update
• Information: Athletic Facilities update

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda containing administrative actions, financial reports, and policy updates. The meeting included presentations from student representatives and retirees.

• Approval of 2025-26 athletic rates and student fee schedule
• Authorization to transfer property at 424 E. Manhattan Blvd
• Monthly financial report for August 31, 2025
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Approval of 2025-26 tuition rates

The Board of Education approved a wide range of items through the consent agenda, including financial reports, tuition rates, and personnel actions. All substantive motions passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Adopted September 23, 2025 Board Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Administrative Section (5-0)
• Approved Non MOU Resolution (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending August 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Board Service Fund (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring transportation impractical (5-0)
• Approved revised athletic rates and student fee schedule for 2025-26 (5-0)
• Approved FY26 tuition rates (5-0)

Special Board Meeting - Executive Session: (1) To Consider the Employment, or Compensation of a Public Employee.

The Toledo Public Schools Board held a special meeting to enter executive session to consider employment/compensation of a public employee. After reconvening, the board unanimously approved resolutions stating votes of confidence in the superintendent and treasurer.

• Executive session to consider employment/compensation of a public employee
• Resolution stating vote of confidence in Superintendent
• Resolution stating vote of confidence in Treasurer

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will meet to review financial statements, enrollment data, and school readiness goals for the upcoming year. The body will also receive reports on special education and community assessments.

• Review of financial statements and budget vs. expense reports
• Review of 2025-26 school readiness goals
• Review of enrollment and meal reports
• Review of special education and annual Program Information Report (PIR)
• Approval of the TPS Head Start Fiscal Services Plan Revised

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting to review TPS oversight of CTE programming and compliance in charter/private schools, discuss NEXTSTEP 2025, and receive updates on virtual tour creation, CTE marketing, and the TPS On Tour! initiative. No action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of TPS oversight of CTE programming and compliance in charter and private schools
• Discussion of NEXTSTEP 2025 program
• Update on virtual tour creation progress
• Update on CTE marketing efforts
• Update on TPS On Tour! initiative

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to discuss community engagement and student supports, community partnerships, and updates from the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement. The meeting is scheduled for 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus (Back Board Room) - 1609 N. Summit Street.

• Discussion of Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Discussion of Community Partnerships
• Discussion of Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement updates
• Upcoming meeting reminder for October 21, 2025

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review the September 23, 2025 board agenda, including administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections, as well as a resolution to start a high school play. The meeting will also include reports on EEOC compliance, substitute teachers, grievances, and exit surveys.

• Review September 23, 2025 Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified Sections
• Consider resolution to start High School Play
• Receive EEOC Report
• Review Substitute Teacher, Grievance, and Exit Surveys Reports
• Hold Executive Session

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee will review several standing reports including financial statements, enrollment data, and special education updates. Members are also scheduled to discuss a revised TPS Head Start Fiscal Services Plan for board approval.

• Review of Financial Statements including HS Budget vs. Expense August 2025
• August 2025 Enrollment Report
• Annual Performance Indicator Reports (PIR) for TPS, EHS, GLCAP, and LCFC
• Special Education Report
• TPS Head Start Fiscal Services Plan REVISED

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will review several grant prospectuses, including federal programming and nutrition programs. The body will also discuss curriculum updates and a revised fees and fines schedule for 2025-2026.

• Revised Fees and Fines Schedule 2025-2026
• Federal Programming / Title Grants FY26
• Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program grant prospectuses for multiple schools
• Head Start One Time Supplemental Grant for nutrition and healthy eating
• Special Education Standing Report

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will review monthly financial reports for August 2025 and approve consent agenda items including athletic rates and student fees for the 2025-26 school year.

• Monthly financial report for August 2025
• Authorization of athletic rates and student fee schedule for 2025-26
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Approval of FY26 tuition rates
• Grant prospectus for 2026 Ohio STEM Learning Network

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will discuss a series of policy updates, including annual reviews of board negotiating powers and duties, intervention services, English learner programs, and student records. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and procedural items.

• Annual review of policies HD (School Board Negotiating Powers and Duties) and HI (Payment of Negotiations Costs) – both proposed for rescission
• Redline revisions to policies on Board Negotiating Agents (HE), Procedures Following Ratification (HM), and Curriculum Research (IFA-R)
• New policy discussion on JO-R (Student Records) with redline changes
• Previous business includes updates to Board Committees (BCE, BD) and Purchasing Procedures (DJF)
• Follow-up items include reviewing student dress code exemption, hazing/bullying reporting, and coordinating a crisis plan presentation

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will meet to review fall sports updates, fine arts programs, and athletic facilities. The meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at the Educational Campus.

• Fall Sports Update
• Fine Arts Update
• Athletic Facilities
• My Voice Matters
• Next meeting: October 1, 2025

Records Commission Committee Meeting

The Records Commission Committee is meeting to consider a single action item: a disposal request for school records. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Disposal Request for Records Commission (Action Item 2.01, with supporting PDF)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education approved a consent agenda including administrative, instructional, and non-certified staff actions, financial reports, and insurance resolutions for the 2025-26 school year. The board also adopted a resolution to authorize negotiations with Geyde Tower 3, LLC regarding the Tower on the Maumee project.

• Approval of administrative, instructional, and non-certified staff sections
• Monthly financial report for July 2025
• Resolution authorizing negotiations with Geyde Tower 3, LLC
• Liability, property, crime, and cyber insurance resolutions for 2025-26
• Approval of TFT MOU Resolution

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved a consent agenda covering routine administrative and policy actions. Approvals included renewing liability, property, crime, and cyber insurance for 2025–26, setting yellow bus stops and alternative vehicle routes, and awarding food service equipment contracts at Scott Park Campus. The board also adopted updated policies on student attendance, truancy, nonresident admissions, and entrance age requirements. These decisions govern daily transportation, facility safety, and enrollment procedures for local families.

• Approved 2025–26 liability, property, crime, and cyber insurance renewals (unanimous)
• Authorized yellow bus stops and non-bus vehicle use for the 2025–26 school year (unanimous)
• Awarded Scott Park Campus food service equipment contract (unanimous)
• Approved negotiation of payment agreements with Geyde Tower 3, LLC regarding the Maumee Project tower (unanimous)
• Adopted policy updates on student attendance accounting and truancy procedures (unanimous)
• Adopted policies on nonresident student admissions and entrance age requirements (unanimous)
• Approved TPS Pride Month Resolution recognizing the organization’s 16th anniversary (unanimous)

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will discuss a Career Day Template, advertising viewership data (BCSN, BCAN, Toledo Parent), magnet school tours for the 2025-2026 school year, and the NEXTSTEP 2025 program. No action items or executive session are scheduled.

• Discussion of a Career Day Template
• Review of advertising viewership and engagement on BCSN, BCAN, and Toledo Parent
• Discussion of Magnet School Tours for the 2025-2026 school year
• Discussion of NEXTSTEP 2025 program

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to discuss an agreement with the Toledo Police Department regarding School Resource Officers for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting will also include presentations on community engagement, partnerships, and public relations.

• Discussion of SRO TPD Agreement with TPS 2025-2026
• Presentation on Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Presentation on Community Partnerships
• Presentation on Community and Public Relations
• Next meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet on August 15, 2025, to review and discuss a series of policy updates, including nondiscrimination, student conduct, and attendance procedures. The meeting will also cover administrative topics such as federal grant funds and purchasing procedures.

• Review of nondiscrimination policy (JB-E)
• Review of student conduct and attendance policies
• Discussion on administration of federal grant funds
• Review of purchasing procedures
• Follow-up on artificial intelligence policy implementation

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resources Committee will hear a presentation on HR Key Performance Indicators, consider consent agenda items for the August 26 board meeting (Administrative, Instructional, Non Certified sections), and discuss a TFT MOU resolution. The meeting also includes community comments, a grievance report, HR positives discussion, and an executive session.

• Presentation on HR KPI by Dr. Jeffries-Martin
• Consent action on August 26, 2025 Administrative Section
• Consent action on August 26, 2025 Instructional Section
• Consent action on August 26, 2025 Non Certified Section
• TFT MOU Resolution

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee will review financial statements, enrollment data, and a corrective action plan for the Head Start program. The meeting also includes presentations and reports on licensing, special education, and community assessments.

• Review of Head Start financial statements and budget
• Discussion of TPS Corrective Action Plan for Smart Escuela
• Presentation of Head Start Annual Report
• Review of enrollment and school readiness data
• Updates on Office of Head Start communications

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will hear presentations on special education, graduation rates, and the Starbase program. Discussions include common scheduling, middle school experience, and a finalized three-year calendar. New business covers August 2025 graduates and the 2025-2026 focus. No action items are scheduled.

• Special Education Standing Report presentation
• Graduation Report with historical data (2009-2024)
• Starbase Program Update
• Finalized three-year calendar (2025-2026) presentation
• Community Health Centers Report on school health visits

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

This is an informational meeting of the Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee. Members will receive updates on fall sports, community partnerships, key performance indicators, fine arts, athletic facilities, and proposed student clubs. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information only.

• Fall sports update
• Community partnerships update
• Fine arts program update
• Athletic facilities discussion
• Proposed student clubs presentation

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will consider a consent agenda including monthly financial reports, insurance resolutions for 2025-26, and contracts for Scott Park Campus food service equipment. The meeting also includes reports on investments and federal funding.

• Monthly financial report for July 31, 2025
• Liability, property, and cyber insurance resolutions for 2025-26
• Resolution to award contract for Scott Park Campus food service equipment
• Resolution authorizing use of vehicles other than school buses 2025-2026
• Scott Park update

The committee reviewed monthly financial reports and insurance renewals for 2025-26. Members discussed a state early-warning notice regarding the district's five-year financial forecast and the impact of a House veto on future levy strategies.

• Recommended resolution to negotiate agreement with Geyde Tower 3, LLC for $2,500 annually for five years
• Approved 2025-2026 liability insurance renewal ($43,000 increase)
• Approved 2025-2026 property insurance renewal ($42,500 increase)
• Approved 2025-2026 liability crime insurance renewal (no change)
• Approved 2025-2026 cyber liability insurance renewal ($39,000 decrease)
• Approved 2025-2026 use of non-school bus vehicles for infant transport
• Approved 2025-2026 yellow bus stop authorizations
• Awarded Scott Park Campus food service equipment contract (saved $77,000)

Regular Board Meeting: Human Resources

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education met to approve administrative and instructional agendas and recognize retirees. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved July 22, 2025 Administrative Section
• Approved July 22, 2025 Non Certified Section
• Approved July 22, 2025 Instructional Section
• Recognized retirees with 25 or more years of service
• Adjourned the meeting

The Board approved three personnel sections regarding administrative, non-certified, and instructional staffing. The meeting also included the introduction of Shani Mixon as the new principal for Marshall STEMM Elementary.

• Adopted July 22, 2025 Board Agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 Administrative Section (4-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 Non Certified Section (4-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 Instructional Section (3-0-1)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education met to adopt the agenda and approve a consent agenda containing administrative, instructional, and financial items. The board approved resolutions for heating system upgrades at three sites, the 2025-26 athletic rates and student fee schedule, and the FY25 final appropriation measure.

• Heating system upgrades at three TPS sites
• 2025-26 athletic rates and student fee schedule
• FY25 final appropriation measure
• Builders risk insurance for Scott Park Campus renovation
• Treasurer's faithful performance bond resolution

The Board of Education approved a series of consent agenda items including personnel sections, financial reports, and the FY25 final appropriation measure. The board also adopted new policies regarding artificial intelligence and parental involvement. Additionally, the board recognized retirees and former Superintendent Dr. Jerome Pecko.

• Approved FY25 Final Appropriation Measure (5-0)
• Approved athletic rates and student fee schedule for 2025-26 (5-0)
• Approved contract for TPS Heating System Upgrades Phase 1 at 3 sites (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Builders Risk Insurance for Scott Park Campus renovation (5-0)
• Approved policy on Artificial Intelligence (5-0)
• Approved policy on Promoting Parental Involvement (5-0)
• Approved policy on Student Withdrawal From School regarding loss of driving privileges (5-0)
• Approved administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel sections (5-0)

Special Board Meeting - Records Commission Committee Meeting - CANCELLED

This special board meeting and records commission committee meeting scheduled for June 24, 2025, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken on the disposal request for records commission

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will receive updates on community engagement and student supports from Heather Baker, community partnerships from Gayle Lake, and a report from the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement, Linda Ruiz-Bringman. No action items are on the agenda; the meeting consists of procedural items and discussion.

• Update on Community Engagement and Student Supports - Heather Baker
• Update on Community Partnerships - Gayle Lake
• Report from Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement - Linda Ruiz-Bringman

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will discuss updates to student policies, including withdrawal procedures, truancy, and weapons in schools. The meeting will also cover board committee structures and a resolution to approve a Brady Fund agreement.

• Student Withdrawal From School (Loss of Driving Privileges)
• Truancy policy
• Weapons in Schools policy
• Resolution to Approve Brady Fund Agreement
• Board member compensation and voting formality

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will open with introductions and a review of its mission and vision. It will receive standing reports on communications, financial statements, enrollment, meals, performance panels, and self‑assessment. The council will then discuss and vote on three items: the ETFC contract covering July 1 2025 through June 30 2026, the 2025 Self‑Assessment Plan for TPS ECE, and a revision of the Policy Council By‑Laws (rev. 6.9.25).

• ETFC Contract 7/1/25 – 6/30/26 (item for council approval)
• Self‑Assessment Plan 2025 – TPS ECE (item for council approval)
• Policy Council By‑Laws Rev. 6.9.25 (item for council approval)
• Financial Statements (budget vs. expense May 2025) – standing report
• Enrollment Report May 2025 – standing report

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve minutes from the May meeting and review monthly financial reports. The agenda includes consent items for the 2025-26 athletic rates, a builders risk insurance contract for the Scott Park Campus, and the award of a contract for heating system upgrades at three sites.

• Approval of May 12, 2025 committee minutes
• Monthly financial report for period ending May 31, 2025
• Resolution to authorize athletic rates and student fees for 2025-26
• Contract award for TPS Heating System Upgrades Phase 1 (3 Sites)
• Builders Risk Insurance for Scott Park Campus renovation

The committee approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes and reviewed several resolutions including athletic rates, institutional memberships, and insurance. The board discussed the loss of COVID relief funding and the potential impact of House Bills 96 and 335 on district funding.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved athletic rates and student fee schedule for 2025-26
• Approved FY26 institutional membership renewals
• Approved $56,028 Builders Risk insurance for Scott Park Campus
• Approved contract for Phase 1 heating system upgrades at 3 sites
• Approved $100,000 return to district from Transportation Site Improvements project

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review the June 24, 2025 Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections of the board agenda. The meeting includes reports on EEOC compliance, substitute teachers, and para educators, along with a discussion on the evaluation process.

• Review of June 24, 2025 Administrative Section
• Review of June 24, 2025 Instructional Section
• Review of June 24, 2025 Non Certified Section
• EEOC Report and Substitute Teacher Reports
• Discussion on Evaluation Process

Early Childhood Education Committee - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee has been cancelled for the month of June. No decisions or discussions occurred.

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will hear presentations on the Special Education standing report, RISE Up MOU, APEX report, the three-year calendar for 2026-2029, and the proposed 2025-2026 fees and fines schedule. Discussions are also scheduled on common scheduling, middle school experience, StarBase update, and the strategic plan and key performance indicators. No action items are listed on the agenda.

• Special Education Standing Report with attached FAPE Closure Letter (June 2025)
• RISE Up MOU Overview for 2025-2026 school year (TFT 25-007)
• Three-year calendar draft for 2026-2027 through 2028-2029
• 2025-2026 Fees and Fines Schedule
• Strategic Plan and Key Performance Indicators - 2025

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will meet to discuss magnet school tours, career and technical education marketing plans, and student pathways. The meeting is scheduled for June 11, 2025, at the Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus.

• Magnet School Tour Review
• 2025-2026 School Tours
• Career Tech Marketing Plans
• Student Pathways: CTE and College Prep
• Connecting with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Special Board Meeting - Board Member Training Session

This is a special board meeting dedicated to a training session for board members. The sole substantive item is a presentation on public employee/official evaluation training, facilitated by Emily Douglas-McNab of EXMI. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Public Employee/Official Evaluation Training facilitated by Emily Douglas-McNab, Co-Founder & Chief of Experience Management Institute (EXMI)

The Board held a special meeting focused on public employee and official evaluation training. The session was facilitated via Zoom by Emily Douglas-McNab of the Experience Management Institute. No legislative or policy decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will receive updates on spring sports, fine arts, and athletic facilities. Members will discuss proposed athletic pay rates for 2025-26, a middle school arts concept, and a marketing plan for fine arts and athletics. No votes are scheduled; items are informational or discussion only.

• Athletic Pay Rates 2025-26 – discussion of board-approved rates
• Spring Sports Update – information
• Fine Arts Update – information
• Marketing of Fine Arts and Athletics – action/discussion item
• Middle School Concept – discussion on arts programming

Special Board Meeting - Board Member Training Session

The board met for a special session focused on training. The primary agenda item was a presentation on Head Start Governance and ERSEA.

• Board Member Training Session - Head Start Governance Training

The Board participated in a training session on Head Start governance facilitated by the Early Childhood Education Federal Programs Coordinator. Board members discussed federal landscape changes and their potential impact on staff and students. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board held a regular meeting, primarily approving a consent agenda that included administrative, instructional, and non-certified personnel actions, financial reports, union memoranda of understanding, and a resolution declaring transportation impractical for certain students. The board also recognized students, retirees, and supporters of athletics. No separate substantive discussions or rezonings occurred.

• Approved monthly financial report for period ending April 30, 2025
• Passed resolution declaring transportation impractical for some students
• Authorized purchase of student athletic accident insurance for 2025-2026
• Approved memoranda of understanding with TFT and AFSCME unions
• Recognized retirees with 25 or more years of service

The Board adopted the May 27, 2025 agenda and approved multiple resolutions regarding personnel, financial reports, and district operations. The meeting included recognitions of students, a journalist, and a retired athletic trainer.

• Adopted May 27, 2025 Board Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections (5-0)
• Approved TFT and AFSCME MOU Resolutions (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending April 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Board Service Fund (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Student Athletic Accident Insurance (5-0)
• Approved Individual Severance Plan (ISP) (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring transportation impractical (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Toledo Public Schools Head Start Policy Council will meet to review financial statements, performance indicators, and a proposed revision to the council's bylaws. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2024 Program Information Report (PIR) and a discussion regarding a monitoring letter.

• Review of financial statements and budget vs. expense report for April 2025
• Presentation on 2024 Head Start Performance Report (PIR)
• Discussion of EPSP Monitoring Letter from March 26, 2025
• Policy Council By-Laws Revision 4.30.25 up for approval
• Review of enrollment and meal reports for April 2025

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will discuss student supports, community partnerships, and the Assistant Superintendent role. The committee is scheduled to take action on two resolutions regarding state school funding plans.

• Resolution Supporting the Ohio Fair School Funding Plan
• Resolution Opposing the Thirty Percent Cap on School District Carryover Balances under House Bill 96 (HB96)
• Community Engagement and Student Supports discussion
• Community Partnerships discussion

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve monthly financial reports and a consent agenda including student athletic insurance and severance plan resolutions. The meeting also includes a discussion on a five-year financial forecast.

• Approval of April 2025 Monthly Financial Report
• Resolution authorizing purchase of student athletic accident insurance
• Resolution approving Individual Severance Plan (ISP)
• Discussion on Five Year Forecast
• Approval of Board Service Fund expenditures

The committee approved the April 14 meeting minutes and several consent agenda items, including student athletic insurance and a severance plan. Members discussed a five-year forecast projecting a negative cash balance by FY29 and a current FY25 expenditure reduction shortfall.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved purchase of student athletic accident insurance
• Approved Individual Severance Plan (ISP) for 6 individuals
• Approved NSTC special projects change order returning $125k to the district
• Approved resolution declaring transportation impractical for 5.27.25

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee of Toledo Public Schools will meet to receive presentations and standing reports on Head Start, finances, enrollment, and meals. One action item is a revised Policy Council By-Laws for board approval. Many standing reports note no new correspondence or no report.

• Early Head Start Infant/Toddler Report and EPSP Program presentation by Jama Greene
• Financial Statements including Budget vs. Expense April 2025 and Notice of Award (dollar amount not specified)
• Enrollment Reports for April 2025
• Performance Panels for TPS ECE, TPS EHS, GLCAP HS, and LCFC EHS
• Policy Council By-Laws revision (action item for board approval)

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will review three Board agenda sections (Administrative, Instructional, and Non‑Certified) and vote on two Memoranda of Understanding resolutions (TFT and AFSCME). The meeting also includes reports on substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and grievances, as well as discussion items on HR positives and the evaluation process. An executive session will be held for confidential matters.

• May 27, 2025 Administrative Section (Board agenda item)
• May 27, 2025 Instructional Section (Board agenda item)
• May 27, 2025 Non Certified Section (Board agenda item)
• TFT MOU Resolution (Memoranda of Understanding)
• AFSCME MOU Resolution (Memoranda of Understanding)

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will discuss multiple policy updates, including priority items on board committees and student absences, and minor items on school board meetings, federal grant administration, purchasing procedures, health education, family life/sex education, college credit plus, guidance programs, student expulsion, health services, and the public's right to know. An executive session is scheduled. The next meeting is set for June 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM.

• Discussion of priority policy JED on student absences and excuses
• Discussion of minor policy JGE on student expulsion
• Discussion of minor policy IGAH/IGAI on family life/sex education
• Discussion of minor policy DECA on administration of federal grant funds
• Executive session

Head Start Policy Council

The council will receive a presentation on 2024 Program Information Report (PIR) data and review a monitoring report from the Office of Head Start. Standing reports on finances, enrollment, meals, and performance panels will be discussed. Discussion items include a licensing report and by-laws. No items are scheduled for council approval.

• Presentation of 2024 PIR indicator reports for Head Start and Early Head Start
• Communication from Office of Head Start including a monitoring review report
• Financial statements including budgets, ledger, and in-kind reports
• Monthly enrollment report and meal report for February/March 2025
• Discussion of licensing report and by-laws

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education approved its March 2025 financial reports, administrative actions, and several board policies on April 22, 2025. Key decisions included authorizing a construction management contract for the Scott Park Project and approving related abatement work change orders. The meeting also featured student presentations on a NASA design showcase and recognition of district retirees with 25 or more years of service.

• Authorized CMR contract for the Scott Park Project construction
• Approved change order #001 for Scott Park Campus Abatement Phase 1 with Midwest Environmental
• Adopted March 2025 monthly financial report and spending plan analysis
• Updated board policy EDE on computer/online services acceptable use and internet safety
• Recognized Waite High School students selected to present at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston

The Board approved a Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) contract for the Scott Park Project and the monthly financial report ending March 31, 2025. Several district policies were updated, including rules on staff-student relations, tobacco use, and internet safety. The Board also approved the list of graduates and various personnel actions.

• Approved CMR contract for Scott Park Project (4-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending March 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved list of Graduates (4-0)
• Approved policy EDE regarding Computer/Online Services (4-0)
• Approved policy GBH/JM on Staff-Student Relations (4-0)
• Approved policy GBK prohibiting staff tobacco use on district property (4-0)
• Approved policy IGBA for Students With Disabilities (4-0)
• Approved policy IGBL for Parent and Family Involvement (4-0)

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The committee will consider consent agenda items including the March 2025 monthly financial report, a resolution declaring transportation impractical, and a change order for Scott Park Campus abatement. They will also hear reports on debt issuance, tax abatements, and treasury management. A discussion on contracting for video services is scheduled, along with walk-in items such as proclamations.

• Monthly Financial Report period ending March 31, 2025 (consent action)
• Resolution Declaring Transportation Impractical (consent action)
• Special Projects Change Order Resolution for Scott Park Campus Abatement Phase 1 (consent action)
• Debt Issuance Update including 2025 UTGO bond pricing (report)
• Tax Abatement Update (report)

The committee approved the March 14 meeting minutes and reviewed a proposed $47 million Construction Manager at Risk contract for the Scott Park project. Members also reviewed monthly financial reports and debt issuance updates. Two resolutions honoring heritage and awareness months were tabled.

• Approved March 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Proposed $47M Construction Manager at Risk contract for Scott Park project (to be placed on Board consent agenda)
• Returned $21,632.50 to district from Scott Park abatement project unused contingency funds
• Tabled Arab American Heritage Month Resolution
• Tabled Autism Acceptance Month Resolution

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will review several educational reports and grant prospectuses. The meeting includes discussions on summer school agreements, scheduling, and a resolution regarding Ohio Senate Bill 156.

• Special Education Report presentation
• Declaration Days schedule of events presentation
• APEX Summer School MOU discussion
• 2025 Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) Grant prospectus presentation
• Resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 156 discussion

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including a resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 156, a proposed policy change on released time for religious instruction, and consent agenda items for the April 22 board meeting. The committee will also hear reports on substitutes, paraprofessionals, grievances, and exit surveys.

• Presentation and action on Redline policy JEFB for released time for religious instruction
• Walk-in item: Resolution opposing Ohio Senate Bill 156
• Discussion item: Resolution proposing amendment to OSBA Bylaws
• Consent items: April 22 administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections
• MOU: TFT MOU Resolution for April 2025 board meeting

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee will hear presentations on the 2024 Program Information Report (PIR) and receive standing reports including a Head Start monitoring report from the Office of Head Start. The agenda also includes updates on financial statements, enrollment, meal reports, and licensing. No items are listed for board approval or discussion items, making this a primarily informational meeting.

• Presentation: PIR (Program Information Report) for 2024
• Head Start monitoring report from Office of Head Start (File: OHS Monitoring Review Report - 05CH012386.pdf)
• Financial statements including Fuelman expenses and March 2025 budget report
• Enrollment summary and March 2025 End-of-Month report
• Licensing report for March 2025 and Special Education preschool reports

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will convene at the Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus to discuss a proposed amendment to OSBA bylaws and Lucas County economic development drivers. The meeting includes procedural items such as welcome remarks and magnet school tours.

• Proposed amendment to OSBA bylaws
• Lucas County Economic Development Drivers
• Post Program Placement Metrics
• Magnet School Tours

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee of Toledo Public Schools will meet on April 8, 2025, to discuss updates on community engagement, partnerships, and the role of the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement. No action items are scheduled; the meeting consists of procedural items and discussion topics only.

• Welcome and mission/vision statements (procedural)
• Discussion: Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Discussion: Community Parnerships (as written in agenda)
• Discussion: Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement

Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will discuss updates to various district policies, including student safety, health services, and staff-student relations. The meeting also includes a review of computer and online services acceptable use.

• Discussion of student safety (JHF) and reporting child abuse (JHG) policies
• Review of policies for administering medicines (JHCD) and prescription drugs (JHCD-R-1)
• Discussion of staff-student relations (GBH/JM) and tobacco use by staff (GBK)
• Review of programs for students with disabilities (IGBA) and parent involvement (IGBL)
• Proposed resolution to amend OSBA Bylaws

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will receive updates on winter and spring sports. The meeting also includes information regarding the OHSAA 2025-2026 membership resolution and proposed student clubs.

• Winter Sports Update
• Spring Sports Update
• OHSAA 2025-2026 Membership Resolution
• Athletic Department Updates
• Proposed Clubs

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board approved a consent agenda that includes a construction contract for the Scott Park Project, a resolution to temporarily close Mayfair Early Childhood Center and Edgewater Elementary for repurposing, and acceptance of tax rates for FY26. Other actions include resolutions supporting property increase complaints, declaring transportation impractical, and adoption of updated accounts receivable policies. The board also recognized Women's History Month honorees and retirees with 25+ years of service.

• Resolution authorizing construction contract for the Scott Park Project
• Resolution authorizing repurposing of Mayfair Early Childhood Center and Edgewater Elementary (temporary closure)
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Resolution accepting tax rates for FY26
• Monthly financial report for period ending February 28, 2025

The Board approved the tax rates for FY26 and several human resources resolutions regarding administrative, instructional, and non-certified sections. The meeting also included recognition of Women's History Month honorees and 44 retirees. A report was provided on the district-wide Attendance Blitz initiative.

• Approved March 25, 2025 Board Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Administrative Section personnel actions (5-0)
• Approved Instructional Section personnel actions (5-0)
• Approved Non Certified Section personnel actions (5-0)
• Approved SERS and STRS Adoption of Pickup for Administrators (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending February 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved resolutions for increase complaints against specific properties (5-0)
• Approved Tax Rates for FY26 (5-0)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will meet to review financial statements, performance data, and enrollment reports for the 2024-2025 school year. The agenda includes a presentation on PreK with K placement and a discussion on By-Laws updates. The meeting is open to the public via Google Meet.

• Review of financial statements and audit reports
• Presentation on 2024-2025 TPS PreK with K placement
• Discussion on By-Laws update
• Review of Performance Panels and School Readiness Data
• Approval of Selection Criteria

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve monthly financial reports, accept tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year, and authorize contracts for technology upgrades and roof replacements. The agenda also includes resolutions to temporarily close two elementary schools and to auction real properties.

• Approval of February 2025 financial reports and tax rates for FY26
• Resolution to temporarily close Mayfair Early Childhood Center and Edgewater Elementary
• Resolution to award contract for Operational Technology Upgrades Phase 1
• Resolution to award contract for Robinson Roof Replacement
• Resolution to authorize the auction of real properties

The committee reviewed several construction contracts and resolutions, including a $60 million project at Scott Park and the temporary closure of two schools for repurposing. Financial reports were presented regarding food service reimbursements and tax rates for FY26.

• Approved February 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Authorized Construction Manager at Risk contract with Rudolph Libbe for Scott Park Project (est. $60M)
• Approved resolution to temporarily close Mayfair Early Childhood Center and Edgewater Elementary for repurposing
• Approved contract for Operational Technology Upgrades Phase I across seven sites
• Approved contract for Robinson Roof Replacement using levy funds
• Authorized review and potential auction of vacant real properties
• Accepted tax rates for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26)
• Approved five resolutions to contest commercial property valuations

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will review special education standing reports, discuss middle school scheduling, and approve a fund agreement with Thomas and Elizabeth Brady.

• Special Education Standing Report
• CBHAC Updates
• Middle School Experience presentations
• Graduates presentation
• Resolution to approve Brady Fund Agreement

Early Childhood Education Committee

The committee will review various standing reports including financial statements, enrollment data, and performance panels. Discussion items include the 2025-2026 school year, and an action item regarding selection criteria is scheduled for board approval.

• Presentation: 2024-2025 TPS PreK with K placement
• Standing Report: Financial Statements (including Budget vs. Expense)
• Standing Report: Enrollment Reports
• Standing Report: Meal Report CACFP January 2025
• Action Item: Selection Criteria for board approval

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee of Toledo Public Schools will consider resolutions to adopt SERS and STRS pickup for administrators, along with consent items for March 25 board agenda sections. The committee will also receive reports on EEOC, substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, grievances, and exit surveys, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Resolutions to adopt SERS (School Employees Retirement System) and STRS (State Teachers Retirement System) pickup for administrators
• Consent agenda items for March 25, 2025 covering Administrative, Instructional, and Non-Certified sections
• EEOC report for comparison through March 2025
• Reports on substitute teacher, para, grievance, and exit survey data
• Possible executive session for appointment, employment, or compensation discussions

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will meet to discuss expanding career pathways in comprehensive high schools and review a magnet school tour. The agenda includes a presentation on a magnet school tour and a discussion on a CTE marketing audit report.

• Career Pathways: Programming and Expansion in Comprehensive High Schools
• Magnet School Tour Review
• Action Plan: CTE Marketing Audit Report

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to review student support programs and community partnerships. The agenda includes presentations on Safe Route to Schools and updates from the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement.

• Presentation on Safe Route to Schools
• Discussion on Community Engagement and Student Supports
• Discussion on Community Partnerships
• Discussion on Community and Public Relations
• Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committe

The Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will meet to receive information on school programming. The session includes updates on seasonal sports, fine arts, and athletic facilities.

• Winter sports update
• Spring sports information
• Summer camps information
• Fine arts update
• Proposed student clubs

Policy Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Policy Committee will meet to review and discuss proposed policy changes, including items on cybersecurity, graduation requirements, and staff hiring. The committee will also consider approving a fund agreement with Thomas and Elizabeth Brady.

• Review proposed policy changes for cybersecurity, graduation requirements, and staff hiring
• Approve fund agreement with Thomas and Elizabeth Brady
• Discuss use of recording devices at meetings

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board adopted the agenda, recognized Black History Month and retirees with 25+ years of service, and approved a consent agenda. Key actions included a resolution to award a contract for HVAC renovations at the TPS Food Service Center, change orders for school projects, and resolutions adopting STRS pickup for Cabinet and TAAP. The board also accepted the January 2025 monthly financial report and approved personnel and instructional items.

• Resolution to award contract for TPS Food Service Center HVAC renovations
• Change orders for Waite HS roof replacement and VFD-AFMS Phase III
• STRS Adoption of Pickup resolutions for Cabinet and TAAP
• Monthly Financial Report for period ending January 31, 2025
• Recognition of retirees with 25 or more years of service

The Board approved a contract for the TPS Food Service Center HVAC and several personnel and financial resolutions. Members also recognized retirees and discussed student mental health and parent engagement initiatives. The Policy and Human Resources committee meetings were cancelled due to a weather emergency.

• Approved contract for TPS Food Service Ctr HVAC (5-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections (5-0)
• Approved STRS Adoption of Pickup for Cabinet and TAAP (5-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report ending January 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Special Projects Change Order Resolution (5-0)
• Approved list of Graduates (5-0)
• Approved February 2025 Gifts & Contributions Report (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 28 and February 20 meetings (5-0)

Special Board Meeting - SMARTS Students Mental Health Presentation

This is a special board meeting of Toledo Public Schools with a single substantive item: a presentation on the SMARTS Students Mental Health program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of roll call, mission/vision statements, the presentation, and adjournment.

• SMARTS Students Mental Health Presentation (special presentation)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will convene to review financial statements, performance panels, and enrollment data for January 2025. The meeting will also include a presentation on an urban agriculture curriculum and a discussion on licensing and quality assurance reports.

• Review of Budget vs. Expense January 2025
• Presentation on Urban Wholistics herbalism curriculum
• Discussion of Licensing and SUTQ Reports for January 2025
• Review of Performance Panels for various Head Start programs
• Presentation on Infant/Toddler Room program highlights

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Workforce Development and Partnership Committee will meet to discuss a marketing audit for Career and Technical Education and plans for elementary career days. The agenda also includes a presentation on magnet school tours and a report on student participation in online programs.

• CTE Marketing Audit (Discussion)
• Career Days Exploration for Elementary Students (Discussion)
• Magnet School Tour (Presentation)
• Harbor Report: TPS Students Participating Online (Discussion)

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee - CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW DAY

The meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was cancelled due to a snow day. No decisions were made.

Early Childhood Education Committee - CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW DAY

The Toledo Public Schools Early Childhood Education Committee meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was cancelled due to a snow day. The agenda included reports on financial statements, enrollment, and performance panels.

• Meeting cancelled due to snow day
• Financial statements and budget reports
• Enrollment reports for Early Childhood and Head Start
• Performance panels for various programs
• Licensing and SUTQ quality assurance reports

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee - CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW DAY

The Toledo Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee meeting scheduled for February 13, 2025, was cancelled due to a snow day. The agenda included presentations on special education, early childhood education, and middle school experiences.

• Special Education Standing Report presentation
• Early Childhood Education discussion
• MTSS Portal Review presentation
• Middle School Experience discussion
• Common Scheduling discussion

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will approve monthly financial reports for January 2025 and vote on consent agenda items including a contract for the TPS Food Service Center HVAC system and a change order for Waite High School roof replacement.

• Approval of January 2025 monthly financial reports
• Contract award for TPS Food Service Center HVAC
• Change order for Waite High School roof replacement
• Discussion on lease with the Metroparks
• Review of Scott Park timeline

The committee approved the January 2025 monthly financial report and minutes from the previous meeting. Members reviewed a 25% increase in annual district property valuations and tabled a proposed lease with Metroparks for further clarification. A project timeline for Scott Park was presented for future public website posting.

• Approved January 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Monthly Financial Report for period ending January 31, 2025
• Approved special project change order for Waite Roof Replacement (completed under budget)
• Approved $0 change order to extend timeline for VFD-AFMS Upgrades PH III
• Approved confirming purchase orders for the month
• Tabled resolution to lease Glass City Enrichment Center from Metroparks

Policy Committee - CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW DAY

The Policy Committee meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025, was cancelled due to a snow day. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled meeting originally scheduled to discuss BDC - Executive Sessions
• Cancelled meeting originally scheduled to discuss DJC - Bidding Requirements
• Cancelled meeting originally scheduled to discuss EHC - Cybersecurity
• Cancelled meeting originally scheduled to discuss IKF - Graduation Requirements
• Cancelled meeting originally scheduled to discuss GBCC-R - Dress Standards for Professional Staff

Family and Community Engagement Committee

The Family and Community Engagement Committee will meet to discuss community partnerships and student supports. The agenda also includes updates regarding the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement.

• Discussion on community partnerships
• Discussion on community engagement and student supports
• Updates regarding the Assistant Superintendent of Student, Family, and Community Engagement

Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committe

The Toledo Public Schools Arts, Athletics & Student Activities Committee will meet to review winter and spring sports updates, fine arts progress, and student activities. The session includes informational items regarding facilities, a district coaches clinic, and the My Voice Matters program.

• Winter Sports Update
• Spring Sports Information
• Fine Arts Update
• District Coaches Clinic
• My Voice Matters

Regular Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education approved a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME unions and authorized contracts for roof replacements at Crossgates and Scott Park campuses. The meeting also included a financial report for December 2024 and a declaration that transportation is impractical for a specific student.

• Collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME unions
• Crossgates Roof Replacement contract
• Scott Park Campus Abatement Phase I contract
• Rogers Shingle Roof Replacement contract
• Declaration of transportation impracticality

The Board approved the addition of AP African American Studies to the curriculum and awarded contracts for roof replacements and abatement. It also ratified a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME employees and a TAAP employee severance plan.

• Approved new course proposal for AP African American Studies (5-0)
• Approved contract for Crossgates Roof Replacement (5-0)
• Approved contract for Scott Park Campus Abatement PH I (5-0)
• Rescinded Rogers Shingle Roof Replacement contract and approved a new award for the same project (5-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME Locals 272, 349, 840, 2174, and 2853 (5-0)
• Approved TAAP MOU Employee Severance Plan (5-0)
• Approved adoption of a Roth 457 Option via Ohio Deferred Compensation (5-0)
• Approved January 28, 2025 Instructional Section (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Workforce Development and Partnership Committee

The Workforce Development and Partnership Committee of Toledo Public Schools will meet to discuss workforce development initiatives. Items include a youth hiring event coordinated with Lucas County Department of Workforce Development, student preparation through Harbor, and a presentation from Future Plans, Inc. on career planning and local workforce needs. No action items or old business are listed on the agenda.

• Lucas County Department of Workforce Development: Youth Hiring Event (discussion)
• Harbor: Preparing Students for the Hiring Event (discussion)
• Future Plans, Inc: Career Planning and Local Workforce Needs (presentation)
• Magnet School Bus Tour (presentation)

Head Start Policy Council

The Head Start Policy Council will review several standing reports including financial statements and enrollment data. The agenda includes discussions regarding licensing and SUTQ reports.

• Financial statements including budget vs. expense and ledger reports
• Enrollment report for December 2024
• Meal report for November 2024
• Licensing and SUTQ reports for December 2024
• Performance Panel reports for TPS EHS, GLCAP, and LCFC

Finance and Business Operations Committee

The Finance and Business Operations Committee will review the December 2024 monthly financial report and consider consent agenda items including contracts for roof replacement at Crossgates and Rogers schools, abatement at Scott Park Campus, and a resolution declaring transportation impractical. The committee also discusses renewing institutional memberships and a deferred compensation plan. Action on these items is recommended for the full board.

• Monthly Financial Report for period ending December 31, 2024
• Resolution to award contract for Crossgates Roof Replacement
• Resolution to award contract for Rogers Shingle Roof Replacement (rescinding previous contract)
• Resolution to award contract for Scott Park Campus Abatement Phase I
• Resolution declaring transportation impractical

The Finance and Business Operations Committee approved contracts for roof replacement at Crossgates and asbestos abatement at Scott Park. The committee also rescinded a contract with Royalty Roofing and awarded a new contract to Overhead Roofing for the Rogers project. A proposed contract for Food Service HVAC was removed from the agenda due to high bids.

• Approved Crossgates Roof Replacement contract to M.J. Weis Roofing
• Approved Scott Park Abatement Project Phase I contract to Midwest Environmental
• Rescinded Rogers Shingle Roof Replacement contract with Allstar Home Services dba Royalty Roofing
• Approved Rogers Shingle Roof Replacement contract to Overhead Roofing
• Approved monthly resolution declaring transportation impractical
• Approved confirming purchase orders for the month
• Approved December 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Removed Food Service HVAC contract resolution from agenda due to high bids

Early Childhood Education Committee

The Early Childhood Education Committee meets to receive standing reports on finances, enrollment, meals, licensing, and special education. Several reports, including Head Start communications and community assessment, are marked as 'No report.' No items for discussion or board approval are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Financial statements (Budget vs Expense, Ledger, In-Kind) for Head Start programs
• Enrollment reports for Early Childhood Education and Head Start for December 2024
• Meal report for November 2024
• Licensing and SUTQ reports for December 2024
• Special Education Preschool reports (SPED and SST) for December 2024

Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee

The Human Resource, Staff Development and Training Committee will meet to review and consent to agenda items for the Toledo Public Schools Board of Education meeting on January 28, 2025. The agenda includes the Administrative, Instructional, and Non Certified sections, as well as Memoranda of Understanding with the TFT, TAAP, and AFSCME unions.

• Review Administrative Section for Jan 28, 2025 Board meeting
• Review Instructional Section for Jan 28, 2025 Board meeting
• Review Non Certified Section for Jan 28, 2025 Board meeting
• Review Memoranda of Understanding with TFT, TAAP, and AFSCME
• Receive reports on substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, grievances, and exit surveys

Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee

The Toledo Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Academic Excellence Committee will review special education standing reports, discuss updates on MTSS and AI in education, and consider grant proposals for truancy prevention and a park playground.

• Special Education Standing Report presentation
• Updates on MTSS and CBHAC
• AI in Education presentation
• AP African American Studies course proposal
• Anthem Gift for Get Connected Truancy Prevention

2025 Winter Organizational Board Meeting

The Toledo Public Schools Board of Education held its 2025 Winter Organizational Meeting to elect officers and establish the schedule for regular board meetings for the year. The board approved Bob Vasquez as President and Chris Varwig as Vice President, and adopted a resolution setting the dates and times for future meetings.

• Election of Bob Vasquez as Board President
• Election of Chris Varwig as Board Vice President
• Adoption of resolution for regular 2025 meeting dates and times
• Committee and organization appointments for 2025
• Meeting held at Board Room of Toledo Public Schools Educational Campus - 1609 N. Summit Street

The Board held its winter organizational meeting to elect new leadership and establish the 2025 schedule. Bob Vasquez and Chris Varwig were elected to the roles of President and Vice President, respectively. The Board also approved the regular meeting dates and times for the year.

• Elected Bob Vasquez as President for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Chris Varwig as Vice President for 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3-2025 establishing regular board meeting dates and times for 2025 (5-0)