Upper Arlington City School District public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education approved the date for its upcoming organizational meeting and designated a temporary chairperson. The board also addressed several fiscal matters through a consent agenda, including property valuation investigations and tax settlement advances.
- Organizational Meeting scheduled for January 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
- Lori Trent appointed as temporary chairperson until a Board President is elected
- Authorization of Jackie Lynn Hager Company and Rich & Gillis Law Group, LLC to investigate commercial property valuations
- Authorization for the Treasurer/CFO to secure advance payments from the County Auditor for 2024 property taxes
- Approval of November 2023 investment report and financial statement
The Board approved a new four-year lease for iPad 10th generation devices for all K-12 students and staff. Additionally, the Board appointed Lori Trent as temporary chairperson and set the date for the organizational meeting. A consent agenda was passed covering fiscal, human resources, and operations items.
- Approved new four-year lease for K-12 student and staff iPads (5-0)
- Appointed Lori Trent as temporary chairperson (5-0)
- Set Organizational Meeting for January 4, 2024, at 6 p.m. (5-0)
- Approved November 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Authorized legal counsel to investigate 2024 commercial property valuations (5-0)
- Authorized Treasurer to secure advance payments from County Auditor for 2024 (5-0)
- Approved 2024-25 BECS and SACC tuition (5-0)
- Approved personnel action items and specific student athletic trips (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING WITH EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board of Education met to approve updates to the school calendar and various fiscal and personnel items. The meeting included an executive session to discuss employee compensation and bargaining preparations.
- Approved early release on April 8, 2024, for the solar eclipse
- Approved $17,750 for a safety radio maintenance plan with Communication Design Group
- Approved $14,716.97 for a Highscope workshop
- Approved $5,968.75 for student services tuition from Bridgeway Therapy
- Accepted various donations, including $5,000 from UAEF for the UAHS Arlingtonian
The Board of Education approved a revised 2023-24 school calendar to include early dismissals for the solar eclipse. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from previous September and October sessions.
- Approved 2023-24 school calendar revision for April 8, 2024: 1 p.m. elementary and 1:30 p.m. secondary dismissal (5-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from September 25, September 26, and October 10 meetings (5-0)
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, and consider a consent agenda covering fiscal reports, personnel actions, equipment disposal, and donations. A notable purchase of $109,561.38 for psychotherapist services under the ESSER fund will be approved. Additional items include updates on September investments, financial statements, and various cash gifts and equipment donations.
- Purchase of psychotherapist services for Health and Wellbeing, $109,561.38 (ESSER fund) from Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Approval of September 2023 investment report (September Investments.pdf)
- Amendment of the 2023-2024 appropriations (AppropriationResolution 10.10.23.pdf)
- Acceptance of cash donation of $5,000 for Performance Risers (UAEF)
- Approval to sell, dispose, or donate equipment (October 2023 BOE Disposal.pdf)
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 12, 2023, regular meeting. The session primarily consisted of administrative updates regarding student achievements, state report card ratings, and fiscal reports.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved September 12, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items 6.A. through 9.B. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District board is meeting at Hocking Hills State Park Lodge for a special planning session. They will discuss the UAdventure program, short-term board priorities, and strategic planning, then enter executive session to discuss employee compensation per ORC 121.22(G)(1). No formal votes on policy or spending are scheduled.
- Discussion of UAdventure focus group and review
- Review of short-term board priorities
- Strategic planning and future forecasting discussion
- Motion to go into executive session for public employee employment/compensation
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education is meeting to discuss 2023 strategic priorities and board relations. The board is also considering a motion to execute a confidential educational agreement with specific parents.
- Approval of confidential educational agreement with parents
- Discussion of 2023 Strategic Priorities
- Discussion of Board Relations
The Board executed a confidential educational agreement with parents whose identities were not disclosed to the Board. Members also participated in board relations activities and reviewed strategic priorities for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved confidential educational agreement with parents (5-0)
- Approved 10 minute recess (5-0)
- Approved 30 minute recess (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING WITH EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board of Education is deciding on fiscal matters including permanent appropriations for FY2024 and insurance premiums. The body is also reviewing personnel actions and renewing a specific educational contract.
- FY2024 Permanent Appropriations by Fund
- 2024 Insurance Premiums: Anthem Health (Platinum single $845.92), Delta Dental, VSP, and Hartford
- Contract renewal with McKeon Education Group for St. Andrews School not to exceed $71,600
- FY24 in-state tuition rate set at $17,470.56
- Correction of a $750,000 transfer to the Future Capital Projects Fund
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 13 and August 8, 2023. The session included reports on district enrollment growth, bullying data, and financial updates. The Board also entered an executive session to discuss employee compensation.
- Approved amended agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 and August 8, 2023 meetings (5-0)
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session regarding employee compensation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education held a regular meeting that began with an executive session on employee compensation. The board approved consent agenda items including significant fund transfers, various purchases, and adoption of board operating norms. The superintendent provided an informational update on district operations and human resources.
- Executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) to consider employee compensation
- Approval of Board Operating Norms for 2023
- Transfers: $1,000,000 from General Fund to Benefit Fund, $750,000 to Future Capital Projects Fund
- Purchases: $20,008.95 for transportation fuel, $13,790.16 for Barrington electric service, $12,396.26 for lawn maintenance
- Consent agenda included Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools 2024-25 contract and Insight Education Group contract
The Board approved its operating norms to guide collaboration between leadership and the Board. The meeting also included updates on a new district organizational structure and a partnership with Insight Education Group for diversity and well-being strategies.
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved minutes from June 6 and June 27, 2023 Special Meetings (5-0)
- Adopted Board of Education Operating Norms
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education approved final fiscal year 2022-23 appropriations, temporary appropriations for 2023-24, and a set of student fees for the upcoming year. The meeting also approved transfers between funds and contracts for school services.
- Final FY 2022-23 Appropriations
- Temporary FY 2023-24 Appropriations
- District Fees 2023-24
- Transfers totaling $775,511.17
- Contracts with Columbus Therapy Associates and Columbus Speech & Hearing
The Board approved the final 2022-23 appropriations and temporary 2023-24 appropriations. Members also approved a series of fund transfers, district fees, service contracts, and human resources actions.
- Approved Final Fiscal Year 2022-23 Appropriations (5-0)
- Approved Temporary FY 2023-24 Appropriations (5-0)
- Approved fund transfers including $500,000 to Benefit Fund and $250,000 to PI Reserve (5-0)
- Approved District Fees for 2023-24 (5-0)
- Approved contracts for Education Projects & Partnerships, LLC, Columbus Therapy Associates, and Columbus Speech & Hearing (5-0)
- Approved personnel action items and OAPSE MOU regarding pesticide licenses (5-0)
- Approved public participation policy change (5-0)
- Approved athletics personnel action items (4-0, 1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education approved a resolution regarding restroom facilities and approved a consent agenda containing fiscal reports, personnel actions, and educational resource adoptions.
- Approval of resolution on restroom facilities
- Financial statement for May 31, 2023
- Purchases totaling $8,283.75 (BCI and Rush Truck Centers)
- MOAs with OAPSE and UAEA
- Adoption of secondary educational resources
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 2 and May 9, 2023 meetings. Administrative officials provided updates on student engagement, financial accountability, and the selection of a DEI partner organization.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved May 2, 2023 Special Meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved May 9, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
RECORDS COMMISSION MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Records Commission will hold a procedural meeting. Items include calling the meeting to order, approving the agenda, and reviewing the records retention process. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Opening items: meeting called to order and roll call
- Approval of agenda
- Review of records retention process
- Adjournment
The commission held a special meeting to review the records retention process. No substantive policy changes or legislative actions were decided.
- Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 2:03 p.m. (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING (Work Session)
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education held a special work session at Upper Arlington High School to discuss board protocols and enter executive session regarding employee matters. No formal action was taken.
- Approval of the agenda
- Discussion of board roles and protocols
- Executive session for employee matters (ORC 121.22(G))
- Adjournment of the meeting
The Board held a work session to establish communication expectations and norms. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made during the meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Entered executive session to discuss public employee appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, and/or compensation (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education met to review district updates, fiscal reports, and personnel actions. The session included the approval of various financial statements, wage schedules, and student trip authorizations.
- Approval of $4,450.00 purchase from Magical Attractions for 2024 Prom DJ
- Acceptance of several cash donations including $3,837.66 from Columbus Blue Jackets
- Approval of UAHS Crew Team trips to Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee
- Adoption of Middle School Language Arts resource: Into Literature by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Approval of 2023-24 wage schedules for various school staff
The Board held a regular meeting to recognize retirees and receive administrative updates on technology, well-being, and staffing. No substantive policy or financial decisions were recorded beyond procedural approvals.
- Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved April 11, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING (Work Session)
This special meeting of the Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education is a work session focused on board roles, responsibilities, and protocols. The board will then enter an executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) to discuss personnel matters, with no action expected afterward.
- Discussion of board roles, responsibilities, and protocols
- Motion to enter executive session for personnel appointments, employment, or compensation
The Board held a work session to establish protocols, communication expectations, and norms. The meeting included a discussion on agenda development and board ethics. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved motion to enter executive session for personnel matters (5-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education conducted a public hearing to review proposed school calendars for the 2024/2025, 2025/2026, and 2026/2027 school years. The board also approved a consent agenda covering fiscal reports, personnel actions, and academic course studies.
- Public hearing on proposed school calendars for 2024-2027
- Purchase of Barrington S2 door system from Energy Panel Structures Inc. for $4,998.90
- Approval of 2023-24 Course of Studies for Online Academy and Middle School revisions
- Contracts with Meta for SIS Support and IEP Anywhere Pro for FY24
- Resolution to compensate new staff for pre-service programs starting July 1, 2023
The Board approved the agenda and minutes from three March 2023 meetings. A public hearing was held to present draft school calendars for 2024-2027, with a final vote scheduled for June 13, 2023. The Board also received updates on district safety, staffing, and student achievements.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved minutes for March 2, March 7, and March 28, 2023 Special and Regular meetings (3-1)
- Denied motion to add first read of draft equity policy to meeting (no second)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District held a special meeting on March 28, 2023 at 3600 Tremont Rd. The board approved the agenda, received a superintendent update on a DEI Request for Proposal process, and discussed proposed revisions to numerous board policies to reflect current Ohio law and related initiatives. Afterward, the board voted to go into executive session to consider appointment, employment, discipline, or compensation of public employees, and then adjourned.
- Motion to approve the agenda as presented (action)
- Superintendent update on DEI Request for Proposal Process (information)
- Review of proposed revisions and additions to multiple board policies (discussion)
- Motion to go into executive session to consider personnel matters per ORC 121.22(G) (action)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting (action)
The Board conducted a first read of numerous proposed policy revisions, including updates to school safety, technology, and public participation. The Board also reviewed the request for proposal process for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) services. No policy changes were finalized; they are scheduled for approval at the April 11 meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
- Tabled policy po8390 (Animals on District Property) for legal review
- Entered Executive Session in accordance with ORC 121.22(G)(1)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education approved a consent agenda including the Middle School Program of Studies, financial reports, and the acceptance of tax rates for collection years 2023 and 2024. The board also approved student trips and personnel actions.
- Approval of 2024 tax rates and 2023 tax rate amendments
- Acceptance of $41,247.39 in donations from UAEF and other groups
- Approval of student trips to France, Hawaii, and Washington D.C.
- Acceptance of $10,000 for district license and online PD
- Approval of Middle School Program of Studies for 2023-24
The Board of Education met for a regular session where it approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 7, 2023 meeting. The session primarily consisted of administrative updates regarding student achievements, safety grants, and upcoming leadership changes.
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (4-0)
- Approved the February 7, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education met to approve the agenda and enter an executive session to discuss public employee matters. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Entered executive session for employee matters
- Adjourned meeting
The board conducted a special meeting consisting of procedural items. The board entered an executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, discipline, or compensation of public employees or officials.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Entered executive session per ORC 121.22(G)(1) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education opened the meeting with routine approvals of the agenda and prior minutes. It then addressed public participation matters, including suspending the 30‑minute speaking limit and granting short breaks. The board subsequently approved a series of consent‑agenda items such as financial purchases, appropriations amendments, personnel actions, equipment disposal, and acceptance of cash donations.
- Purchase of Ohio Strengths Collaborative services for $9,000.00
- Bus driver physicals and screenings from OhioHealth for $4,966.00
- Student Services purchase from Attain Therapy for $4,320.00
- Amendment of the 2022‑2023 appropriations (consent agenda item)
- Acceptance of cash donations totaling $38,684.65 from various donors
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from six meetings held in January 2023. The session included administrative updates on literacy, special education, and enrollment, as well as a proposal for an additional staff professional learning day in May.
- Approved the amended agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from January 6, 8, 9, 10, 19, and 30 meetings (5-0)
- Approved suspension of the 30-minute public participation limit (5-0)
- Approved a five-minute recess (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education held a special meeting and unanimously approved two employment actions. They approved an addendum to Dr. Kathleen S. Jenney's employment agreement and approved hiring Dr. Robert Hunt as superintendent for a five-year term beginning August 1, 2023, with a bridge consulting agreement for July 2023.
- Approved employment agreement addendum for Dr. Kathleen S. Jenney
- Approved five-year superintendent contract for Dr. Robert Hunt from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2028
- Approved bridge consulting agreement for Dr. Hunt to serve as superintendent during July 2023
- All votes were 5-0 in favor
The Board approved the employment of Dr. Robert Hunt as Superintendent for a term starting August 1, 2023, and ending July 31, 2028. The Board also approved a bridge term for consulting services and superintendent duties for Dr. Hunt from July 1, 2023, through July 31, 2023. Additionally, an employment agreement addendum for Dr. Kathleen S. Jenney was approved.
- Approved employment agreement addendum for Dr. Kathleen S. Jenney (5-0)
- Approved employment of Dr. Robert Hunt as Superintendent from August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2028 (5-0)
- Approved bridge term contract for Dr. Robert Hunt for consulting and superintendent services from July 1, 2023 to July 31, 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board held a special meeting to approve the agenda and then voted to enter executive session under Ohio law to discuss employment of a public employee and conference with an attorney on pending or imminent court action. The board then adjourned.
- Motion to go into executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) (employment) and (G)(3) (attorney conference) passed 4-1
- Board members present: Nancy Drees, Lori Trent, Louis Sauter, Nidhi Satiani; Jenny McKenna absent for vote
The Board held a special meeting consisting of procedural actions. Members approved the agenda and entered an executive session to discuss personnel employment and legal matters.
- Approved agenda as presented (4-1)
- Entered executive session for personnel and legal discussions (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
REGULAR MEETING
The Upper Arlington Board of Education is acting on a consent agenda that includes approving a lease addendum with the City of Upper Arlington, establishing a capital projects reserve fund, accepting over $200,000 in gifts and donations, and approving personnel actions. The board also went into executive session for personnel and confidential matters.
- Approval of addendum to building lease with City of Upper Arlington
- Establishment of a Capital Projects Reserve Fund
- Acceptance of gifts and donations totaling $226,612.68 from various donors including $50,000 from Mirolo Charitable Foundation and $50,000 from Mitchell, M C and Molly
- Purchase in accordance with O.R.C. 5705.41(D)(1): $3,240 to Attain Therapy LLC for Student Services
- Approval of personnel action items for regular staff and athletics
The Board of Education approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from three December 2022 meetings. The session included administrative updates on student enrollment, a new recycling partnership, and the ongoing superintendent search.
- Approved the meeting agenda as amended (5-0)
- Approved minutes from December 8, 13, and 14, 2022 Special and Regular meetings (5-0)
- Approved motion to enter Executive Session regarding employee compensation and confidential matters (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education met to approve the agenda and enter executive session regarding a public employee's appointment, employment, or compensation. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.
- Approval of agenda as presented
- Executive session for public employee appointment, employment, or compensation
- Adjournment of the special meeting
The board conducted a special meeting consisting of procedural actions. The members entered an executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, and/or compensation of a public employee.
- Approved the agenda (5-0)
- Entered executive session regarding public employee appointment, employment, and/or compensation (5-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
SPECIAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board held a special meeting and approved the agenda, then voted unanimously to enter executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) to consider the appointment, employment, and/or compensation of a public employee. The meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session. No other business was conducted.
- Motion to go into executive session under ORC 121.22(G)(1) for personnel appointment, employment, or compensation
The board approved the agenda and entered an executive session to discuss the appointment, employment, and/or compensation of a public employee. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Entered executive session per ORC 121.22(G)(1) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education held its organizational meeting to elect officers, approve the 2023 meeting calendar, and authorize standing procedures for the president, treasurer, and superintendent.
- Election of Lori Trent as Board President
- Approval of $20,000 for Board Professional Development
- Authorization to join Ohio School Boards Association Legal Assistance Fund ($250)
- Establishment of 2023 Board meeting dates
- Standing authorizations for President, Treasurer/CFO, and Superintendent
The Board of Education held its organizational meeting to elect leadership and establish 2023 procedures. The board approved a consent agenda covering professional development funding, memberships, and administrative authorizations.
- Elected Lori Trent as Board President (4-1)
- Elected Nancy Drees as Board Vice President (5-0)
- Appropriated $20,000 for board professional development expenses
- Renewed membership in the Ohio School Boards Association
- Joined the OSBA Legal Assistance Fund and approved $250 payment
- Appointed Board President as OSBA delegate and Vice President as alternate
- Waived the reading of minutes from previous meetings
- Authorized Board President to sign grant applications without prior board approval