Coventry Local Schools public meetings in 2025
21 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2025, to act on personnel recommendations, approve contracts for services and events, and review financial reports. The board will also consider capital improvement plans and accept donations for school programs.
- Approve certified personnel changes including retirements, long-term substitutes, and supplemental coaching contracts totaling $14,200+
- Approve contracts with Tangier's ($1,931.25), Akron Civic Theatre ($5,500), and TKE Elevators ($14,200) for events and facility maintenance
- Approve classified personnel changes including pay increases for substitutes ($13.25–$14.25/hour)
- Accept donations totaling $3,110.39 for gym backboards and student meal debt relief
- Review October 2025 financial report and approve $9,607.80 postage equipment lease
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education is reviewing various personnel recommendations, including coaching contracts and new student club stipends. The agenda also includes approving a retail power contract and accepting an anonymous donation for HVAC repairs.
- Approval of retirement resignation for Cynthia Masters effective January 16, 2026
- New STEM and Green Thumb club stipends at CES totaling $556.00 each
- Acceptance of an anonymous $16,968.00 donation to repair two CES HVAC units
- Approval of a contract with Applewood Center at $298.91 per day for a resident student
- Approval of a retail electricity contract with Competitive Power Ventures through January 2028
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local Schools Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider approving the FY26 Financial Forecast and its associated notes and assumptions. The agenda also includes entering executive session for personnel, property, legal, and negotiation matters. The meeting is otherwise procedural.
- Approval of FY26 Financial Forecast and Notes & Assumptions (Exhibit T-1)
- Executive session for employee/official matters, property purchase/sale, legal consultation, negotiations, and security details
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Board of Education will vote on a new trash removal contract with Republic Waste that saves the district about $4,100 per year, and on a three-year snow removal agreement with Reliable Snow Plowing Specialists. The board will also consider approving the OAPSE union contract for 2025-2028, accepting donations of musical instruments for the high school band, and adopting special education policies.
- Republic Waste contract: $17,456.88/year for trash removal, saving ~$4,100 annually
- Reliable Snow Plowing Specialists 3-year snow removal agreement, initial PO $25,000
- OAPSE Local #131 union contract approval for September 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028
- Donations: Yamaha bells and Fender bass guitar to high school band from Band Parents Association
- Transfer of $59,408 from Permanent Improvement Fund to Maintenance Fund
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education is deciding on personnel appointments, coaching contracts, and several service agreements for the 2025-26 school year. The meeting includes approvals for student fees, the CHS student handbook, and a tuition contract for a resident student.
- Tuition contract with Massillon City Schools for a resident student with an IEP: $31,150.00
- Sales agreement with Edmentum/Apex Learning: $17,082.50
- Sales agreement with Noredlink: $2,250.00
- Donation from Ducks of Portage Lakes for High School Weight Room: $5,000.00
- New $10.00 student fee for Advanced Qualitative Reasoning (AQR) math course
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local School District Board of Education will vote on several contracts and personnel changes at this special meeting. Key items include a three-year AT&T fiber telephone contract ($10,619/year), a School Resource Officer agreement with the Summit County Sheriff ($132,431), and a paving proposal from Barbicas Paving ($57,655). The board will also consider hiring, resignations, and a reduction in force for classroom attendants.
- Approve three-year AT&T fiber telephone contract at $10,619.28/year, expected to save ~$500/month
- Approve School Resource Officer MOU with Summit County Sheriff's Office for $132,431.24
- Approve Barbicas Paving LLC proposal for $57,655.50 per RFP #OP26-004
- Rescind part of resolution 26-009 concerning Barbicas Paving from July 16 meeting
- Accept resignation of Christine Greathouse and hire her on a one-year limited contract for CMS Science
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education will consider approving emergency repairs to the Coventry Elementary parking lot due to sinkholes, along with other facility and personnel items. The meeting also includes votes on certified and classified staff contracts, financial reports, and the purchase of two school buses for $287,701.
- Emergency parking lot repair at Coventry Elementary School by Barbicas Paving LLC for $79,743
- Purchase of two school buses (one special-needs with wheelchair lift) for $287,701 through cooperative bidding
- Approval of certified personnel contracts, including new hires Laura Wackerly and Anthony Mella
- Proposal to add downspouts at Coventry Elementary School for $70,195
- Approval of natural gas supply contract with Constellation New Energy at $4.97 per MCF for 8 months
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider adopting an updated Central Office Salary Schedule effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028. The board will also consider personnel recommendations and may enter executive session to discuss employee matters, property purchases, litigation, negotiations, or security details. The meeting agenda and minutes are available on the district's BoardDocs site.
- Adoption of updated Central Office Salary Schedule (Exhibit S-1) for July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028
- Approval of classified personnel recommendations
- Possible executive session for employee appointments, property purchases, legal matters, negotiations, or security
- Certification of sufficient funding per Ohio Revised Code Section 5705.412
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local School District Board of Education is meeting to review financial recommendations and fund transfers. The board will consider moving operating funds to an investment account and paying for upcoming preschool services.
- Transfer of $1,000,000.00 of unencumbered operating funds to Star Ohio
- Prepayment of $119,748.74 to Summit Educational Service Center for first-half FY2026 preschool services
- Resolution to transfer funds from the General Fund (001) to the Capital Improvements Fund (070)
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Board of Education will consider approving a resolution authorizing a Compensation Agreement with the City of New Franklin and Adkins PLX Holdings, LLC related to the Water 9 on Turkeyfoot Lake Development. The board will also vote on a Fiscal Assistant job description and a new Central Office Staff Contracts and Compensation Plan policy. The meeting will include an executive session for personnel, property, legal, and negotiation matters.
- Resolution to approve Compensation Agreement with City of New Franklin and Adkins PLX Holdings, LLC for Water 9 on Turkeyfoot Lake Development
- Approval of Fiscal Assistant job description
- Adoption of Central Office Staff Contracts and Compensation Plan Board Policy (Exhibit T-2)
- Executive session for personnel, property, legal, and negotiation discussions
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Board of Education will vote on several contracts and personnel actions, including a $105,250 roof repair at the middle school, a $70,758 custodial supply contract, and a new assistant principal. The board will also accept staff resignations, approve coaching contracts, and adopt student handbooks for the coming school year.
- Contract with West Roofing Systems for $105,250 to repair modular classroom roofing at Coventry Middle School
- Three-year contract renewal with Alco for custodial supplies at $70,758.36
- Appointment of Talia Pavlich as CMS Assistant Principal on a two-year contract at $70,000/year
- Contract with Summit ESC for one student to attend Kids First/Tops Program at $63,000/year
- Approval of stagger start times for CHS: Freshman orientation Aug. 20, all students begin Aug. 21
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education will consider several personnel recommendations, including resignations and new contracts. The meeting includes votes on student start/end times for the 2025-26 school year and various special education and technology service contracts.
- NeoNet technology support contract for FY26 at an annual cost of $186,795.00
- Kids Link School LLC contracts for two students totaling $198,500.00
- Proposed payoff of Certificates of Participation (COPS) balance of approximately $522,422.50
- Total Education Solutions contract for special education services at $89,200 per student
- Approval of 2025-26 student start and end times for High School, Middle School, and Elementary
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education will vote on establishing two new funds: Fund 035 to stabilize the General Fund budget and Fund 070 for capital projects. The board will also consider approving purchase orders over $5,000 and authorizing the treasurer to pay off the OASBO lease/loan with U.S. Bank. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and negotiation discussions.
- Establishment of Fund 035 (reserve balance account) to stabilize General Fund budget against revenue shortfalls
- Establishment of Fund 070 (capital project fund) for acquisition, construction, or improvement of fixed assets
- Approval of purchase orders over $5,000 per Exhibit T-1
- Authorization to pay off outstanding OASBO lease/loan with U.S. Bank Corporation from General Fund
- Executive session for employee appointment, compensation, and negotiation discussions
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Board of Education will vote on several contracts and personnel actions, including a $105,250 roof repair at the middle school, a $68,000 contract for student therapy services, and the non-renewal of supplemental coaching contracts. The board will also consider hiring teachers for summer school and kindergarten screening, and approve a two-year administrative contract for a new assistant principal.
- Contract with West Roofing Systems for $105,250 to repair modular classroom roofing at Coventry Middle School
- Contract with Wings of Change Therapy for $68,000 for the 2025-2026 school year
- Non-renewal of supplemental contracts for non-CEA staff for the 2024-25 school year
- Two-year administrative contract for Ashley Mauger as CMS Assistant Principal at a total cost of $110,014.32
- Acceptance of $10,000 Recycle Ohio Grant and $6,214.20 Ohio Attorney General School Safety Grant
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education is holding a special meeting on April 10, 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, adoption of the agenda, and a planned executive session for preparing for or conducting negotiations with employees. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Executive session scheduled for employee negotiations
- Adoption of meeting agenda requires 2/3 vote to add items later
- Meeting minutes from this session will be posted publicly
- ORC 5705.412 certification of sufficient funds is included
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local Schools Board of Education will discuss personnel recommendations, including coaching contracts and seasonal help. The board is also reviewing several service contracts for software, therapy, and yearbooks.
- Renewal of 5-year employment contract for Treasurer/CFO Lisa Blough (2026-2031)
- ParentSquare classroom management software agreement at an annual cost of $6,457.50
- LLA Therapy contract for 2025 ESY program at $395 per week per student
- Two-year exclusive yearbook provider contract with Jostens (2026-2028)
- TES contract addendum for psychologist services at $97.00 per hour
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local Schools Board of Education will vote on several personnel changes, including the retirement of two principals and reassignments at the middle and high schools. The board will also consider contracts for stadium ADA upgrades ($137,680) and fire-rated doors at the middle school ($82,300), plus translation services and a foreign exchange student.
- Approve $137,680 for ADA seating and ramps at Coventry Memorial Stadium
- Approve $82,300 for fire-rated doors at Coventry Middle School
- Accept retirements of CMS Principal Bill Burley and CHS Principal Neal Kopp
- Approve $1,875 after-school tutoring program funded by Title IV
- Approve contracts with Asian Services in Action and Cross Thread Solutions for interpreter services
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding and School Resource Officer Agreement with the Summit County Sheriff's Office. The board will also vote on the meeting agenda and may enter executive session to discuss personnel, property, legal, or security matters.
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding and School Resource Officer Agreement with Summit County Sheriff's Office (Exhibit S-1)
- Adoption of meeting agenda (requires 2/3 vote to add items later)
- Possible executive session for personnel, property, legal, or security discussions
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Board of Education will hold its annual organizational meeting to elect a president and vice president for the 2025 calendar year. The board will also appoint members to several positions, including representatives to the Portage Lakes Career Center and a legislative liaison. Members will adopt a schedule of regular meetings for the year and establish a $5,000 service fund. A consent agenda includes routine annual authorizations for the treasurer and superintendent.
- Nominate and elect Board President and Vice President for 2025
- Appoint two members to the Portage Lakes Career Center Board of Education
- Adopt the 2025 regular meeting calendar (dates, times, location)
- Establish a $5,000 service fund for 2025 per Ohio law
- Approve annual authorizations for Treasurer to manage funds, investments, and borrowing
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The Coventry Local Schools Board of Education will consider several action items at its Jan. 9, 2025 regular meeting, including approval of the 2025-2026 school calendar, certified and classified personnel recommendations, and a contract with Educational Alternative for a student placed in a group home at $237 per day. The board will also review financial reports, approve purchase orders over $5,000, and may enter executive session for personnel, property, or legal matters.
- Adoption of the 2025-2026 school calendar per Exhibit S-1
- Contract with Educational Alternative for a student in the Coral Program at $237 per day
- Classified personnel changes: resignation of Jessica DeBarr, new hires, and hour adjustments
- Deletion of obsolete equipment from inventory, including a 2005 Ford truck valued at $2,500
- Approval of December 2024 financial report and purchase orders over $5,000
BOE - REGULAR MEETING
The provided document is a schedule of meeting dates for the Coventry Board of Education and the Records Commission for 2025. It lists the locations and start times for these sessions.
- 2025 Organizational Meeting on January 9, 2025, at 5:45 PM
- Records Commission Meeting on January 9, 2025, at 5:30 PM
- Monthly regular meeting dates from January through December 2025