February 12 2018
BOARD OF EDUCATION
CINCINNATI, OHIO
PROCEEDINGS
BUSINESS MEETING
February 12, 2018
Table of Contents
Roll Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Minutes Approved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Report of the Policy Committee January 18, 2018 . . . . . . . . . 96
Report of the Student Achievement Committee January 18, 2018 . . . . . . 100
Report of the Finance Committee January 18, 2018 . . . . . . . . . 105
Presentations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Announcements/Hearing of the Public . . . . . . . . . . . 114
A Resolution Approving Students Eligible for Subsidy (Reimbursement in Lieu of
Transportation) for the 2017-18 School Year . . . . . . . . . .
115
Report of the Superintendent
Recommendations of the Superintendent of Schools . . . . . . . .
1. Certificated Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
2. Civil Service Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Report of the Treasurer
I. Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
II. Amendment to Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
III. Payments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
IV. Award of Purchase Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
V. Board Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
VI. Then and Now Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
VII. Late Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
VIII. For Board Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
IX. Donations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
X. Grant Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Inquiries/Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Adjournment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
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REGULAR MEETING
The Board of Education of the City School District of the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, met pursuant to its calendar of meetings in the ILC
at
the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center, 2651 Burnet Avenue, Monday, February 12, 2018 at 6:36 p.m.,
President Jones in the chair. The pledge to the flag was led by President Jones.
ROLL CALL
Present: Members Bates, Bolton, Copeland-Dansby, Messer, Moroski, Timmons, President Jones (7)
Absent: None
Superintendent Laura Mitchell was present.
MINUTES APPROVED
Mrs. Bates moved and Mr. Messer second that the minutes of the following meetings be approved without reading, copies of said
minutes having been distributed to members and made available to the public and news media on February 13, 2018.
Special Public Meeting – January 31, 2018
Business Meeting – January 31, 2018
Passed viva voce.
President Jones declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE POLICY COMMITTEE
The Policy Committee met on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 11:30 am at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board
Office Conference Room.
ATTENDEES
Policy Committee Members
Melanie Bates, Eve Bolton, Mike Moroski
Administration/Staff
Cheryl Broadnax, Assistant Superintendent, Early Childhood; Aaron Childs, Legal Intern; Joyce Fischer, Secretary to the
Superintendent; Joshua Hardin, Director, Athletics; Yenetta Harper, Director, Teacher and Principal Development; Dan Hoying,
General Counsel; Bill Moehring, Chief Operating Officer; Bill Myles, Assistant Superintendent; Sarah Trimble-Oliver, Chief
Information Officer
Community Members/Board Candidates/Parents
Marlena Brookfield, Craig Rozen
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(cont.)
Election of Committee Chair
Mike Moroski nominated Melanie Bates as Committee Chair. Eve Bolton seconded the nomination. Ms. Bates accepted and was
elected Chair of the Committee for year 2018
Policy Committee Meeting Schedule
The Committee agreed to conduct their meetings on the third Thursday of each month at 11:30 AM.
Policy 5111.10 – Students Experiencing Homelessness
Dan Hoying, General Counsel, reiterated and updated the Committee regarding Policy 5111.01 – Students Experiencing Homelessness.
He informed the group about their concern of students experiencing homelessness and their “school of origin,” especially language that
refers to what happens when families and the District disagree on what school is determined to be in the student’s best interest.
Mr. Hoying reported that once a student becomes homeless, the McKinney-Vento Homeless Act mandates that the student can remain
enrolled in their school of origin. The District is also responsible for transporting the students. He also advised that costs for
transportation are shared when the school is outside of the yellow bus zone. The District also gets reimbursed from McKinney-Vento
Act federal funds.
Ms. Bolton expressed concern about the policy needing to be clearer around students remaining in their school of origin when they
move place to place and language that may suggest that the District is choosing where the student will attend school instead of being in
their school of origin.
Mr. Hoying reported that under Ohio law, students who move into the District would be able to enroll into their neighborhood school.
The McKinney-Vento Act would still give students the right to remain in their school of origin.
Committee Chair Bates expressed concern about the bulk of homeless students attending schools in the District that may have
disabilities and those schools not having resources to address their needs as well as the needs of the families.
ACTION: The Administration will align the District’s policy on students with disabilities with the Students Experiencing
Homelessness policy.
ACTION: General Counsel, due to the availability of information, will provide the Committee with an update on where the
majority of students experiencing homelessness live in the district.
ACTION: The policy will be revised to make sure “students experiencing homelessness” is consistent throughout the document.
Mr. Hoying reminded the group about the McKinney-Vento Homeless Act for students experiencing homelessness or in foster care and
the District’s responsibility in serving those students. A portion of the act is as follow:
To counteract the educational disruption caused by mobility, the McKinney-Vento Act provides students experiencing
homelessness with the right to continue attending the school of origin or enroll in any public school that non-homeless
students who live in the same attendance area are eligible to attend, according to the student’s best interest [42 U.S.C. §
11432(g)(3)(A)]. https://nche.ed.gov/
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(cont.)
Magnet Lottery Diversity Analysis for Preschool Data by Charts
Sarah Trimble-Oliver, Chief Information Officer, re-presented the Committee with the below simplified chart of her Magnet Lottery
Diversity Analysis summary. The same data was presented at the November 6, 2017 Policy Committee meeting.
The analysis is to show the impact of changing from a first-come, first-serve enrollment process to the lottery process and how the
change relates to racial and economic diversity at the highest demand Magnet schools: Dater Montessori, Fairview-Clifton German
Language School; North Avondale Montessori, and Sands Montessori. Those schools were chosen due to wait lists, campouts and lack
of diversity.
Ms. Trimble-Oliver reported that enrollment for kindergarten non-white students increased from 50 percent to 53 percent. Preschool for
the same population increased from 49 percent to 54 percent. Ms. Trimble-Oliver stated that these increases are an indicator of racial
diversity in those four magnet schools.
ACTION: Ms. Bolton advised the Administration to look at diversity at all of the magnet elementary schools and high schools.
ACTION: Committee Chair Bates advised Public Affairs to get this information out to the public.
ACTION: Ms. Bates advised the Administration to investigate the amount of Title dollars that are lost at the four schools that have
foundations. General Counsel will report back to the Committee about schools that want to start foundations.
ACTION; The Policy Committee will determine and discuss what policies may be needed about schools starting foundations.
ACTION: The Policy Committee will make an assignment to the Finance Committee to address schools that have and will be
starting foundations.
ACTION; Mr. Hoying will provide the Policy Committee with a copy of Policy 9211 – District Support Organizations and Policy
9212 – Non School Organizations for discussion at the February 15, 2018 Policy Committee meeting. The Committee
will decide which committee is appropriate to review the policies.
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(cont.)
Pleasant Ridge Montessori (PRM) Enrollment Process
Bill Myles, Assistant Superintendent, reported that the enrollment process is similar to neighborhood enrollment process. Students who
live in their neighborhood can attend their neighborhood school, per the Board’s enrollment policy, although the principal can provide
students with an option to attend Silverton Paideia Academy or Woodford Paideia Academy, due to those schools being close to the
neighborhood. Some parents are not taking this option, and due to demand, those options may not be available in the future.
Mr. Myles informed the Committee that the waiting list at Pleasant Ridge, if there is space, would be for those students who live outside
the attendance zone of the school. He also reported that more schools will have a waiting list due to increases in enrollment. Chase and
Rothenberg Preparatory Academy, as years go by, may also have a waiting list.
ACTION: Mr. Myles and Ms. Trimble-Oliver will provide analysis of what neighborhoods students are coming from to attend
PRM, Silverton and Woodford Paideia. Woodford is asking to move from being a magnet school to a neighborhood
school. They will present the report at the February 15, 2018 Policy Committee meeting.
Athletics
The Committee continued discussions and review of the draft “Spectator Code of Conduct,” regarding spectator behavior at District
sponsored events. Josh Hardin, District Athletic Director, reiterated that the Committee’s request was to broaden the language beyond
athletics, as well as looking into athletic programs at the elementary level.
The Committee, at its December 4, 2017 Policy Committee meeting, advised Mr. Hardin to also include an opening within the Code.
The Committee recommended that Mr. Hardin include language that references spectator events outside of athletics.
Ms. Bates advised Mr. Hardin to include language that pertains to student behavior at non-CPS spectator site events where CPS students
are in attendance.
The Committee advised that the Code is more procedure than policy. Ms. Bolton informed the group that the Code of Conduct should
be reviewed in the Student Achievement Committee as it is a responsibility of that Committee according to Board Protocol.
Mr. Moroski advised the Administration to replace within the document the word “sportsmanship” with the word “behavior.”
Mr. Hardin informed the Committee about the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct and CPS’s 2016-2017 Athletic Department Policy
Manual and Coaches Handbook for grades 7-12. Ms. Bolton informed the group that these documents should also be reviewed in the
Student Achievement Committee as they are a responsibility of that Committee according to Board Protocol.
Mr. Hardin is working with Public Affairs and Athletic Directors, internally and externally to update the documents.
ACTION: Continued review of the document will take place in the Student Achievement Committee.
Committee Work Plan – Review and Update
Mr. Hoying reported that Superintendent Mitchell’s leadership team is reviewing Board policies through the lens of “equity.” The
Policy workplan will run parallel to the Administrations work.
ACTION: Mr. Hoying and Ms. Bolton will review the current three-year workplan to determine where the Committee is in its
review of the policies. The discussion will continue at the February 15, 2018 Policy Committee meeting.
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(cont.)
Other Business
ACTION: Ms. Bates inquired about what the law is regarding written procedures. Do they need to be published? Mr. Hoying will
research the question and inform the Board at the February 15, 2018 Policy Committee meeting.
Mr. Moroski informed the group that a sophomore student from Xavier University who is interested in educational policy will be
attending Policy Committee meetings to provide assistance as needed.
Mr. Moroski inquired about the process for request of an alcohol waiver due to a request from a community member for use of alcohol
for an event at the Rawson estate. The member was told that alcohol could not be served at that location.
ACTION: The Policy Committee will discuss parameters for request of waivers for venues that are not school related. Would
there be a need to approve a waiver? Would there be a permanent waiver for some foundations based on the location of
the event? The Committee will discuss Policy 7510 – Use of District Facilities that addresses use of alcohol at CPS
facilities, at the February 15, 2018 Policy Committee meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 1:10 PM.
Policy Committee Staff Liaisons
Melanie Bates, Chair Dan Hoying, General Counsel
Eve Bolton Yenetta Harper, Director, Teacher and Principal Development
Mike Moroski Paul McDole, Director, Human Resources
Sarah Trimble-Oliver, Chief Information Officer
Mrs. Bates moved that the Report of the Policy Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Jones declared the motion carried.
REPORT OF THE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT COMMITTEE
The Student Achievement Committee (SAC) met on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 2:30 PM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education
Center in the Board Office Conference Room.
ATTENDEES
Student Achievement Committee Members
Chairperson Eve Bolton, Mike Moroski, Lannis Timmons
Administration/Staff
Tianay Amat, Assistant Superintendent; Susan Bunte, Assistant Superintendent; Brittney Cousins, Coordinator, Curriculum, Career
Based Learning; Anna Hutchinson, Director, Curriculum and Instruction; Justin Leach, Social Studies Manager; Kayla Ritter Rickels,
College Manager, Curriculum Department
Community Members/Parents
Tom Conlan, Kate Eisenpress, Marlena Brookfield, Dean W. Beebe
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(cont.)
Election of Committee Chair
Mike Moroski nominated Eve Bolton as Committee Chair. Lannis Timmons seconded the nomination. Ms. Bolton accepted and was re-
elected Chair of the Committee for year 2018.
Committee Meeting Schedule
The Committee agreed to conduct their meetings on the third Thursday of each month at 2:30 PM.
Committee Work Plan
Ms. Bolton provided the Administration with Board Policy 0150 – Responsibilities of the Student Achievement Committee and the
SAC’s previous workplan.
Ms. Bolton advised the Administration and the SAC to review the work-plan for items that need to be removed and added. The plan
will represent the work of the Administration and the SAC.
ACTION: The Committee will discuss the plan at the February 15, 2018 SAC meeting.
Administration’s Insights on Anticipated SAC Issues
Tianay Amat, Assistant Superintendent, will provide insights about graduation efforts during her Performance Matters Platform and
Implementation update further down the agenda.
College and Career Curriculum Update
Kayla Ritter Rickels, College Manager, Curriculum Department, updated the Committee on College Readiness, College Access and
College Success.
College Readiness
She reported that students need to be academically, emotionally and socially prepared to enter college and be on campus.
College Access
Students need to be able to move through the application process and be aware of what is available to them. This can be achieved by
working with counselors and the type of programming and instruction in the classrooms.
College Success
Partnering with post-secondary and community members plays a part in student success. Those entities can follow up with students
to ensure that they get enrolled and supported. Availability of funds is also key to making sure students have access to dollars that are
available to them and that those students know about universities that offer funding for their education.
Ms. Ritter Rickels reported that Ohio higher education institutions are now performance based budget mandated. They are looking at
retention as well as freshman enrollment. This will ensure that students stay enrolled.
She updated the Committee on pilots that Curriculum is doing to impact student college enrollments and careers. She also reported that
the Cincinnati Pride Grant is another layer being used to assist students with funding their education.
The Cincinnati Pride Grant, in combination with federal, state and institutional aid, equals the full cost of tuition and a book allowance
for those graduates of Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) admitted into University of Cincinnati academic programs who might not
otherwise be able to afford a college education. The grant recognizes UC’s long-standing partnership with the Cincinnati Public School
System and reaffirms its commitment to CPS’s students. https://financialaid.uc.edu/sfao/cpg.html
Ms. Ritter Rickels reported that Curriculum is working towards building a college consortium that will bring regional college
institutions together to talk about partnering to support students and help them understand options available to them to attend college.
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(cont.)
Career Based Learning (CBL)
Brittney Cousins, Coordinator, Curriculum, Career Based Learning, informed the Committee about Career Based Learning in areas of
Advisory, CBL Activities and Employment.
Advisory
She reported that she is looking at advisory for grades 3 through 12. The goal is to ensure that students are monitoring their academics,
building community in the classroom, planning for their post-secondary success, and visioning for their future.
She advised that grades 3 through 6 are more traditional classrooms that are facilitated by the teacher. The high schools are student
centered and student driven. Learning management systems are used and Naviance is used for career and post-secondary planning.
Ms. Cousins informed the Committee that Advisory is meeting the needs of the students, but some improvement is needed. There is a
need to add more experiences that match what students are learning in the younger grades. She advised that Advisory for high school
students needs to be more student centered and teacher facilitated.
Career Based Learning
Ms. Cousins reported that students in grade 9 start career readiness with a “speaker series,” video. In person speakers are used to
educate students on career fields with a focus on the journey.
Students in grade 10 are offered business training and hold mini workshops to practice learning “soft skills” (communication,
productivity, punctuality).
The District will bring in its partner, the Business-Education Connectivity Council (BECC), for students in grade 11 to help them
explore, better prepare for career areas, and potentially address job gaps. Students will participate in life ready initiatives, job expos,
company research assistance, job shadowing, resume reviewing, and mock interviews of students by business partners.
Employment
Ms. Cousins reported that the focus is also on providing employment experiences for the students. She advised that DHL has partnered
with Dater and Oyler high schools to bring a comprehensive program to the students. DHL will provide students with a paid co-op
experience making up to $13.55 per hour.
She informed the group that Curriculum is working with the Regional Chamber of Commerce to expand the program to manufacturing.
Career-Technical Assurance Guides (CTAG)
Ms. Cousins informed the Committee about CTAG. Students who successfully complete specified technical programs are eligible to
have technical credit transfer to public colleges and universities. This transfer of credit is described in Career-Technical Assurance
Guides (CTAG). CTAGs are advising tools that assist students moving from Ohio secondary and adult career-technical institutions to
Ohio public institutions of higher education. https://www.ohiohighered.org/transfer/ct2
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(cont.)
Performance Matters Platform and Assessments Implementation Update
Ms. Amat provided the Committee with a comprehensive list of resources that the Curriculum department provides. The document
provides information for the following content areas:
2017-2018 School Year and;
2018-2019 Proposed Resources for Content Areas
Math Social Studies Career-Based Learning
ELA Fine Arts Career-Based Learning
Science Student Services Career and Technical Education
Each content area contains information for Instruction, Professional Development, Materials, and Technology and Assessments.
A copy of the document is available in the Board office.
Justin Leach, Social Studies Manager, updated the Committee on Assessments for national, state, District and teacher levels. He also
informed the Committee about the three Tiers of Assessment that show what assessments students are getting at their grade level.
Tier two and three assessments show assessments that all students are not being administered. Those assessments could be tied to an
IEP.
Ms. Amat proposed that students get tested only three times a year in order to measure students’ academics. The three tests would not
be for a grade, but to assess their academic level and move them forward.
Her concern is that students may be testing but have not been prepared for the test and benchmarks have not been put in place to get the
data in order to help in offering appropriate instruction. This has the possibility of affecting student graduations.
Mr. Leach updated the Committee on CPS’ Readiness Assessments. The purpose of the assessment within CPS is to inform about
teaching and learning. It also helps the Curriculum department make informed decisions about resources that are being provided,
strategies used with teachers, professional development, and obtain data to help determine what adjustments need to be made mid-year.
Attached please find the CPS Readiness Assessment information.
Mr. Leach reiterated the need for use of Performance Matters. Performance Matters is a data assessment tool for instruction. It can pull
demographic information from PowerSchool. Performance Matters has been used in large school districts across the county. It will not
be a replacement for Dashboard; however, Dashboard will ultimately need to be replaced.
He reported that assessments that were done using Dashboard were no longer aligned with state assessments. The state assessments
changed from paper to computer and Dashboard could not support the state’s format. Teachers were spending many hours pulling data
to put into spreadsheets.
ACTION: The Administration met with CFT, produced a list of student assessments district wide, and will review the 3rd
grade
reading guarantee implementation to use as a model for Performance Matters implementation. Therefore, the
Committee will recommend approval to the Board of Performance Matters at its Regular Business Meeting through the
Treasurers Report.
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(cont.)
Community Meeting on High School Later Starts Update
Lauren Worley, Chief Strategic Communications Engagement Officer, reported that a meeting with the community will take place in
March 2018. The Board will also conduct a joint meeting with Councilman PG Sittenfeld’s ACES (Alliance for Community and
Educational Success) Committee to discuss later high school start times.
She also reported that a Hackathon to discuss the impact of Metro bus costs and schedules for later start times will be planned.
ACTION: The Board will discuss later start times with ACES on February 7, 2018 [NOTE: Actual meeting date will be February
27, 2018 at 2 PM. Administration will discuss their needs in regards to later start times.
Other Business
Committee member Mike Moroski informed the group that Gamble Montessori will be conducting community conversations on later
start times, on the third Wednesday of the month, 6:30 PM, at Gamble, until May 2018.
The meeting adjourned at 5:00 PM.
Student Achievement Committee Staff Liaisons
Eve Bolton, Chair Cheryl Broadnax, Assistant Superintendent, absent
Mike Moroski Bill Myles, Assistant Superintendent, absent
Lannis Timmons
Ms. Bolton moved that the Report of the Student Achievement Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Jones declared the motion carried.
February 12 105 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee met on Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 4:00 PM at the Cincinnati Public Schools Education Center in the Board
Conference Room.
ATTENDEES
Finance Committee Members
Melanie Bates, Ericka Copeland-Dansby, Ryan Messer
Administrators
Laura Mitchell, Superintendent; Dan Hoying, General Counsel; Brittany Marks, Director, Financial Reporting and Transparency; Paul
McDole, Director, Human Resources; Bill Moehring, Chief Operating Officer; Jennifer Wagner, Treasurer
Focused Capital Solutions, LLC
Nan Cahall, Managing Director
Assured Partners
Michael M. Fishel, Sr. Vice President, Sales
Kearney and Kearney
Eric Kearney, CEO, President
Community Members/Board Candidates/Parents
Debbie Allsop, Tom Conlan, Craig Rozen
Election of Committee Chair
Melanie Batees nominated Ryan Messer as Committee Chair. The Committee agreed with the recommendation and Mr. Messer
accepted and was elected Chair of the Committee for year 2018
Finance Committee Meeting Schedule
The Committee agreed to conduct their meetings on the third Thursday of each month at 4:00 PM.
Governmental Relations Update
Ms. Cahall and Mr. Kearney were present and updated the Committee with the following information and projects:
ROTC
Working with Superintendent Mitchell to identify the best path to bring a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. Program to CPS.
Breakfast with SW Ohio Legislators
o Dater High School
Friday, February 23, 2018
Invites to go to: Representatives Bill Blessing, Tom Brinkman, Catherine Ingram, Brigid Kelly, Alicia Reece, Bill Seitz
and Senators Louis Terhar, Cecil Thomas, Steve Wilson.
Ms. Cahall reported that funding will be available for families affected by the closing of ECOT (Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow).
Treasurer Wagner advised Ms. Cahall to inform the legislature that CPS would like their local share of dollars returned to the District.
She also reported that CPS has a team actively recruiting ECOT students.
Ms. Cahall talked with the Committee about the following House Bills that are contained in the January 2018 Gongwer Report.
HB 343 PROPERTY VALUES (Merrin, D.)
To require local governments that contest property values to formally pass an authorizing resolution for each contest and to
notify property owners. Committee Hearing in House Ways & Means (1/16/2018; REPORTED)
HB 371 PROPERTY TAX (Merrin, D.)
To exempt from property taxation the increased value of land subdivided for residential development until construction
commences or the land is sold. Committee Hearing in House Ways & Means (1/16/2018; REPORTED-AMENDED (No
testimony).
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(cont.)
The full list of bills contained in Gongwer’s report is available in the Board office.
ACTION: Mr. Messer will inform the Board about signing a resolution in opposition of the above bills. Treasurer Wagner will
review the bills to see if there is an impact and as well as sending a letter to the state. Mr. Hoying will find out what
OASBO is asking the Board to do in relation to the bills and will then determine to support or not support the bills.
Committee member Bates informed the Committee that Secretary Betsy Devos approved Ohio’s ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act)
Plan on January 16, 2018.
Ms. Bates reported that the Council of the Great City Schools Legislative Conference is March 17-20, 2018 in Washington, DC.
ACTIONS: Committee Chair Messer requested the following:
1. Information on how districts are classified and how that impacts CPS.
2. Information on the tax abatement process and property values. Citizens need to understand how the abatements
affect school funding. A conversation on this needs to take place.
3. What the cost is per CPS and Charter school students.
District Insurance Update
Mr. Fishel provided the Committee with a summary of the District’s following insurance policies:
Foreign Liability March 1, 2018 – Renewal Date
General, School Board and Excess and Auto Liability March 15, 2018 – Renewal Date
Crime April 11, 2018 – Renewal Date
Treasurer’s Bond July 31, 2018 – Renewal Date
Athletic Student Accident August 1, 2018 – Renewal Date
Head Start Accident October 10, 2018 – Renewal Date
Fine Arts Floater October 27, 2018 – Renewal Date
Pollution (Five Year Policy) October 3, 2018 – Renewal Date
Assured Partners Service Contract November 1, 2018 – Renewal Date
Property and Boiler December 1, 2018 – Renewal Date
Federal Flood Insurance (Riverview East) December 18, 2018 – Renewal Date
Mr. Fishel informed that group that liability and property are the biggest buckets.
He reported to the Committee about the market outlook and advised that 2017 was a challenging year for commercial property
insurance companies. Natural catastrophes, including western fires, and multiple hurricanes and flood events will likely increase what
carriers pay for their reinsurance for at least the next 12 to 24 months.
He advised that one bright spot may be that as carriers shy away from writing property insurance coverage in catastrophe-prone areas
(Florida, up the Eastern seaboard, and West over to and including Texas, and California), they will seek to write more business in non-
catastrophe-prone areas such as Ohio. This could result in fewer rate increases in our geographic area versus other parts of the country.
Rates for automobile liability coverage are rising faster than any other line of coverage due to the dramatic increase in claims associated
with distracted driving. Accounts which take a proactive approach to banning cell phone use in moving vehicles and installing safety
features such as Drop Stop (goes in between seats to prevent personal items from dropping to the vehicle floor) in every vehicle, and
providing enhanced driver safety training programs are likely to experience more moderate rate/premium increases.
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(cont.)
He reported that the cost of the District's general and school board liability coverage is primarily based upon three factors: 1. Student
enrollment, 2. number of employees, and 3. loss history.
Assuming enrollment and employee counts continues to increase, the District may see a proportional increase cost for these two lines of
coverage. As for loss history, CPS has one of the most favorable loss records of any urban district in the entire country and, thus, he
does not expect losses to impact future costs unless something changes dramatically in the future.
He informed the Committee that CPS' long-term relationship with Genesis also contributes to their projection of future stable, future
general and school board liability rates/premiums. Because CPS pays for defense costs plus the first $250,000 of each claim, the
District has considerable sway over how and by whom its claims are handled. Genesis is unusual in the amount of leeway and latitude
that it gives CPS to control and process its claims. It is doubtful that any other carrier would be as accommodating in this regard as
Genesis has proven to be over the years. The validity of this statement was borne out several years when CPS changed to ACE from
Genesis for short period of time. The ACE claims adjusters were very intrusive and overly burdensome to deal with. The change back
to Genesis a few years ago has served CPS extremely well. He looks forward to helping the parties continue this important and strong
relationship.
Mercy Dental Clinic at CPS School Update
Mr. Moerhing will provide an update at the February 15, 2018 Finance Committee meeting.
Professional Development for Paraprofessionals
Superintendent Mitchell reported that Human Resources has a relationship with Mt. St. Joseph and processes are in the works to assist
paraprofessionals who have a Bachelors or Master’s degree to get licensed in order to teach in the District.
She also reported that she is working with Miami University on a program for Paraprofessionals who do not have degrees to get
credentialed to teach. Mrs. Mitchell informed the group that the program is extensive and a financial burden for the Paraprofessionals
to accommodate the tuition. The schooling would need to take place on Miami’s campus. Mrs. Mitchell is researching for possible
grants to pay the tuition.
Treasurer Financial Updates
Monthly and Year-to-Date Revenue and Expenditures
Treasurer Wagner provided the Committee with the following information for General Fund monthly statements through December
2017.
Revenues – Operating revenues continue to trend higher than FY17 by $22.5M due to increases in property tax revenue and
state aid (Increased enrollment).
Expenditures – approximately the same as last year. The District spent 46% of estimated total expenditures, compared to an
average of 45% over the last four years.
Preschool Expansion Financial Report:
CPS Tuition assistance review
Schoolwide Pool (Fund 598):
Revenues – $89.6M of anticipated $199.4M (44.9%)
Expenditures – $89.6M of anticipated $199.4M (44.9%)
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(cont.)
State & Federal Grants Summary
State Federal Combined
Beg. Cash 160,203.97 9,033,883.07
9,194,087.04
9,033,883.07
9,194,087.04 Receipts YTD 7,144,522.81 26,105,036.87
33,249,559.68
26,105,036.87
33,249,559.68 Expenditures YTD 5,960,177.41 31,372,614.34
37,332,791.75
31,372,614.34
37,332,791.75 Encumbrances 665,427.54 6,331,834.89
6,997,262.43
6,331,834.89
6,997,262.43 Unencumbered Cash 679,121,.83 (2,565,529.29)
(1,886,407.46)
(1,886,407.46)
(1,886,407.46)
Estimated Receipts $ 15,115,192 $59,905,380
75,020,572
$75,020,572
% Received of total 47.3% 43.6% 44.3%
Note: Federal fund estimated receipts include 15 months of estimated resources due to carryover funds
February 12 109 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Payment In Lieu of Tax Agreements
Agreement
Years of Agreement
Estimated Annual
Revenue
Estimated Total Agreement Revenue
(A.) 1222 WHT LLC 12-years $4,335.17 $52,022.05
Description: improvements made to real property located at 1222 William Howard Taft Road in the East Walnut Hills or
Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, in connection with the remodeling of the building thereon into residential
apartments.
(B.) 225,227 Gilman 12-year $2,862.85 $34,354.19
Description: improvements made to the real property located at 225 and 227 Gilman Avenue in the Mt. Auburn
neighborhood of Cincinnati, in connection with the remodeling of the building on an existing building into 6 residential
rental units.
(C.) Maplewood & Kinsey 12-years $8,179.57 $98,154.81
Description: improvements made to real property located at 1413 and 1415 Republic Street in the Over-the-Rhine
neighborhood of Cincinnati, in connection with the remodeling of the existing building thereon into approximately 3,400
square feet of office space
(D.) MPC Management LLC 8-years $1,922.20 $15,377.59
Description: improvements made to real property located at 4511 Reading Road in the Paddock Hills neighborhood of
Cincinnati in connection with the construction of an expansion of an existing industrial facility
Mrs. Wagner updated the Committee on the following financial reports:
CPS General Fund Financial Report as of December 2017
Cash Summary By Fund as of December 2017
General Fund 001 – Budget to Actual with Encumb by Fund, Obj, as of December 31, 2017
Fund 598 – Schoolwide Building Program, Budget to Actual with Encumb by Fund, Obj, as of December 31, 2017
Cash Summary by Fund; As of December 2017: State, Federal and Combined Funds
Copies of the reports are available in the Board office.
February 12 110 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Mrs. Wagner also discussed with the Committee the following Preschool Promise Expansion reports:
Cincinnati Public Schools Preschool Expansion – FY2018
CPS Preschool Expansion Budget
February 12 111 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
CPS Preschool Expansion Budget
February 12 112 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
Financial Audit Update
Treasurer Wagner reported that the audit was completed on time and has been filed and submitted and there was an unmodified opinion.
The financial statements were presented, in all material respects, in accordance with applicable financial reporting framework. The
auditors will discuss the audit with the Board on February 12, 2018 in Executive Session.
New Year Budget Discussion
Mrs. Wagner reported that she will be presenting a first draft of the budget at the April 19, 2018 Finance Committee meeting.
Investment Update
Ms. Marks informed the Committee that interest earned on the District’s investments and bank accounts are updated in January and
July. Ms. Marks discussed the following 2018 Fiscal Year-to-Date Interest Report through December 17, 2017. Her next update will
be July 2018.
Preschool Promise Finances
An update will occur at the February 15, 2018 Finance Committee meeting.
Committee Work Plan
Treasurer Wagner will provide Board Staff with an updated plan for discussion at the February 15, 2018 Finance Committee meeting.
Other Business
Implications of Tax Budget
Mrs. Wagner informed the Committee about implications of the Tax Budget. She discussed the following impacts with the group.
1. The elimination of the ability to Advance Refund (refinance) Tax Exempt Bunds;
2. The reduction of the corporate tax rate; and
3. The elimination of the federal deduction for state and local income tax and capping of the SALT (State and Local Taxes)
deduction for property taxes at $10,000.
February 12 113 2018
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
(cont.)
A detailed copy of the report is available in the Board office.
Green Township Tax Incentive Review Council
Mr. Hoying reported that Green Township is asking for a CPS Representative to be on their Tax Incentive Review Council. The first
meeting is February 12, 2018, 5:30 p.m. The Committee will recommend to the Board that Ken Dietz, consultant, and Dave DiMuzio,
outside counsel for CPS, represent the District.
Letter: Amendment to Green Township 1994 Tax Increment Resolution
Mr. Hoying informed the Committee about Green Township’s Board of Trustees letter to consider the adoption of a Resolution
amending the Tax Increment Financing Resolution that was adopted by the Trustees on June 27, 1994.
The purpose of the amendment will be to extend the exemption of improvements to the real estate parcels include in the 1994
Resolution for an additional period of fifteen years. The exemption presently runs until June 27, 2024. The amendment will extend the
exemption to June 27, 2039.
Proposed Stadium
Committee Chair Messer advised the Committee of the need to begin the conversation in preparation of FC Cincinnati’s request for
purchase of CPS property.
Vandercar
The Committee will recommend to that Board that a discussion take place to determine the status of the request of J. Robert Smyjunas,
Chief Executive Officer,Vandercar, relating to TIFs.
The meeting adjourned at 6:02 PM
Finance Committee Staff Liaisons
Ryan Messer, Chair Laura Mitchell, Superintendent
Melanie Bates Bill Moehring, Interim Chief Operating Officer
Ericka Copeland-Dansby Jennifer Wagner, CFO/Treasurer
Mr. Messer moved that the Report of Finance Committee be accepted.
Passed viva voce.
President Jones declared the motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS
1. FC Cincinnati (Futbol Club Cincinnati) – Jeff Berding, President/GM, FC Cincinnati
2. Stargel Stadium Operations – Joshua Hardin, Manager of Athletics
February 12 114 2018
ANNOUNCEMENTS/HEARING OF THE PUBLIC
Kudos to:
1. Walnut Hills High School Cheerleaders for placing 2nd
in Nationals.
2. West End Community and stakeholders for participating in tonight’s meeting.
The following persons addressed the Board regarding the topics indicated:
1. Craig Rozen FC Cincinnati
2. Wendell Young FCC Stadium
3. State Senator Cecil Thomas FC Cincinnati request to purchase CPS property
4. Kelli Prather FC Cincinnati Building at Taft High School
5. Clement Tsao FC Cincinnati
6. Josh Spring FCC
7. Allie Graff FC Cincinnati
8. John Harshaw Business Plan
9. Gwen Marshall Soccer Stadium
10. Iris Roley FCC
11. Peter Hames FCC Stadium
12. Sterling Rogers Trice Taft and Stargel Stadium
13. Clayton Adams FC Cincinnati
14. Andrew Kucewiez Accountability and Specific Plans
15. LaShon Taylor FC Cincinnati
16. Tom Savoca FCC
17. Carol Brown FC Cincinnati
18. Marlena Brookfield FC Cincinnati
19. Amy Scrogham FC Cincinnati
20. David Brenmer FCC and Tax Abatements
21. Joe Mallory FC
22. Paul Bogewschutz FC Cincinnati West End
23. Contina Davis FCC
24. Alexis Kidd FCC Cincinnati
25. Cerissa Newbill FC Stadium
26. Stephen Pryor FCC
27. Marg Casey FC Stadium
28. Raymond Ellerbe FC Cincinnati/Stargel
29. Kevin Wallace FC Cincinnati Stadium
30. Jeff Capell West End Stadium
31. Ralph Moon Proposed stadium and other contingent issues
32. Shirley Felton FCC Stadium
33. Christopher Griffin FC Cincinnati
34. Brian Garry West End
35. Carliss O’Neal FCC Buyout
36. Jared McFaddin FC Cincinnati
37. Gail Finke Soccer Stadium
38. Scott Finke FCC Partnership and Stadium
39. Julie Sellers FCC – Tax Abatement
February 12 115 2018
A RESOLUTION APPROVING STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR SUBSIDY
(REIMBURSEMENT IN LIEU OF TRANSPORTATION)
FOR THE 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR
WHEREAS, the Cincinnati City School District has identified one hundred and seventy-three (173) pupils to be residents of
this school district and eligible for transportation services; and
WHEREAS, after a careful evaluation of all available options, it has been determined that it is impractical to provide
transportation for these students to their selected schools; and
WHEREAS, the following factors as identified in Ohio Revised Code 3327.2 have been considered on a student by student
basis:
1. The time and distance required to provide the transportation
2. The number of pupils to be transported
3. The cost of providing transportation in terms of equipment, maintenance, personnel, and administration
4. Whether similar or equivalent service is provided to other pupils eligible for transportation
5. Whether and to what extent the additional service unavoidably disrupts current transportation schedules
6. Whether other reimbursable types of transportation are available; and
WHEREAS, the option of offering payment in lieu of transportation is provided in Ohio Revised Code:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education, in accordance with ORC 3327.2 and
Board Policy 8600.02, declares one thousand, eight hundred and seventy-four (1,874) pupils impractical for transportation; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Cincinnati Board of Education approves the declaration of impractical to transport
for the identified students for the 2017-2018 school year.
Eve Bolton
Ms. Bolton moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion A Resolution Approving Students Eligible for Subsidy (Reimbursement In Lieu
Of Transportation) for the 2017-18 School Year be approved.
Ayes: Members Bates, Bolton, Copeland-Dansby, Messer, Moroski, Timmons (6)
Absent: President Jones (1)
Noes: None
Vice President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
February 12 116 2018
REVISED
RECOMMENDATIONS
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
B. CHANGE IN STATUS
C. APPOINTMENT
D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
RECOMMENDATION 2 – CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
B. RESIGNATION
C. APPOINTMENT
D. CHANGE IN STATUS
E. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY
F. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
February 12 117 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 - CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
(Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by STRS, effective the first day of the month. This
recommendation is being made because the employee has completed the term of their employment, or due to disability status, or by
mutual agreement. There is no mandatory retirement age for employees.)
The following certificated employees have made application to the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System in accordance with the
statutes of the State of Ohio.
Susan J. Carey Speech Pathologist Service March 1
B. CHANGE IN STATUS
(A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date as
indicated.
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours)
Jeffrey S. Carwile $48,836.37 February 1 Class III Sub $125.44
Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)
Alysa Gail Collin $46,458.69 January 29 Class III Sub $125.44
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)
Katlynn R. Stanley $43,195.51 January 22 Class III Sub $125.44
Teacher - Class II – (Bachelor’s Degree)
Megan Groat $43,195.51 January 22 Class III Sub $125.44
C. APPOINTMENT
(Marks the beginning of service for newly appointed employees. Personnel actions such as transfers, promotions, changes in
status may occur once an individual is appointed.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the appointment of the following for the 2017-18 school year, subject to the possession of
a teaching certificate as required by Section 3319.30 of the Ohio School Code and/or the Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education.
Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is February 13, 2018, except as
indicated.
February 12 118 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
C. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)
Michael D. Pekel Alison C. Taylor January 31
Shannon M. Quay January 30
Substitute Teacher – Class III – $125.44 per day
Aaron R. Caffrey Joyce D. Gaines
Substitute Teacher - Retiree – $123.66 per day
Ophelia Jones
D. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY
(Occurs when an employee presents documentation of additional training or experience credit.)
The Superintendent recommends an adjustment of salary for the following persons based on degree or additional credit as indicated.
Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule. Funding is from the General Fund. Effective date is as indicated.
Teacher - Class V – (Master’s Degree plus 30 semester hours)
Caroline Sullivan Cockrell To: $55,390.65 From: $53,012.98 January 21
Teacher - Class IV – (Master’s Degree)
Jillian C. Rieff To: $53,012.98 From: $49,006.04 February 4
Loretta M. Roberson 64,264.49 58,823.52 January 21
Teacher - Class III – (Bachelor’s Degree with 150 semester hours)
Rebecca K. Farfsing To: $43,195.51 From: $42,481.96 February 4
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
(Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period, and administrators beyond assigned work
period. Examples: workshops, evening school teaching, club sponsorship, coaching, curriculum writing.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Assignment is subject to the possession of
appropriate certification and licensure as required by the Ohio Revised Code and/or Policies of the Cincinnati Board of Education.
Salary is in accordance with the salary schedule as indicated. Funding is from the General Fund and (*) denotes other than General
Fund.
The following teachers are serving in Lead Teacher/Team Leader/Content Innovation positions and are recommended for annual stipends
as designated by the position during the 2017-18 school year in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Teachers working
.50% are indicated by a @. Quarterly payments totaling stipends listed below.
February 12 119 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Non-Credentialed Lead Teacher - $3,000.00 Annual Stipend
Shannon L. Silbernagel
The following teachers are recommended to receive additional payment for 2nd
quarter class size overload for the 2017-18 school year.
Payment will be provided in compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Section S500-Staffing.
2nd
Qtr. Overload Pay
Christopher L. Mobley 810.00 Tikierra L. Thompson 810.00
Coordinating Teacher - $36.90 per hour (in-service rate)
Districtwide PD Curriculum Trainers – Curriculum – (Title IIA) – 2 hours except as indicated
Zonieke L. Alston-Betts* Alyson J. Dever* Renacha Watts Murrell*
Rebecca Arlington* Lacy L. Domire* Kelly M. Poulin*
Melissa L. Bailey* Paula R. Dornbusch* Gloria A. Quiles*
Aketa L. Barrow* Jennifer S. Ehlers* Tania L. Relyea*
Michael Benton* Kristine M. Evers* Jamie Suzanne Riester*
Darwin W. Bobbitt* Jennifer C. Fay* Emily E. B. Robertson*
Sarah E. Boeres* 4 hrs Lauren M. Fisher* Lauren L. Roebuck*
Kevin Bohache* Julie J. Frampton* Karen O’Donnell Rowe*
Marsha M. Booker* Eric S. French* Ferd M. Schneider*
Justin W. Broyles* Brandon J. Frimming* Terry A. Scott* 4 hrs
Kayla S. Brunswick* Alexa Fulmer* Nicholas F. Shaver* 4 hrs
Connie J. Campbell* William J. Gordon* 4 hrs Lauren E. Sidwell*
Daniel Caproni* Susan T. Guetle* Lillian L. Sims*
Carmie Chambers* Jessica G. Hartman* Sarah A. Smith-Polderman*
Morgan R. Chapman* Andrea S. Havens* Teri B. D. Spindler*
Nicoele Christmon* Amanda J. Hendricks* Tiffany N. Stanton*
Laura A. Chrystal* Amy R. Jameson* Kristan N. Sterling*
Michelle Chrystal* Lisa Marie Jones-Warmack* Tiffany R. Thomas*
Sandee J. Coats-Haan* Kathryn Kaminsky* April A. Thompson*
Lisa M. Colbert* Valecia A. Kelly* Joyce A. Trytten*
Alicia C. Creighton* Jessica J. Lowe* Meredith Turner*
Mary Theresa Crews* Allison C. Miller* Abby M. Vagedes*
Kaitlin Elizabeth Dauner* Jennifer A. Miller* 6 hrs Laura A. Waltz*
Heather Allentuck Davis* 4 hrs Patricia Brands Miller* Tiffani L. Wharton*
Tanya J. Deleone* Philip M. Milton* Julia M. Wiant* 6 hrs
Caitlyn R. Desfosses* Marlene P. Montgomery* Allison M. Wolff*
February 12 120 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Teacher - $36.90 per hour (extended employment rate)
Crisis Response – Student Services – 20 hours
Kimberly M. Hill Sara A. Maurer
Administer Special College Preparatory Program Examination – Test Administration – 5 hours
Annette Freeman
Create Senior Pathways & Development Work – Project Connect – (McKinney Vento Grant) – 40 hours
Leslie M. Hattemer*
Quality Improvement Meetings – Early Childhood – (Fund 19) - 10 hours
Sherri Lynne Adams-Davis* Amy E. Heimkreiter* Lauren T. Ratterman*
Jacqueline K. Allen* Hope L. Hoekstra* Rachel C. Rone*
Jude M. Anderson* Ewa K. Hufford* Darla J. Sears*
Margaret Ascolese* Nancy L. Johnson* Desirae S. Shaw*
Chyla D. Barner* Michael A. Jones* Shonna M. Shinn*
Andrea E. Beasley* Erin A. Kernohan* Kelly P. Siebert*
Mary C. Berns* Ann M. Kroger* Sarah Durso Stagge*
Joel P. Clifford* Ellen M. Lawson* Julie L. Stallworth*
Sarah E. Doogan* Sheila A. Lige* Kristen D. Taylor*
Kelly Egan* Kaitlin J. Lora* Kimberly L. Todd*
Brandon J. Frimming* Margaret E. Luken* Clare N. Tulley*
Mary C. Gilligan-Sears* Chavone Martin* Emily A. West*
Sharon A. Ginter* Kari R. Mellott* Stacey Marie Williams*
Jennifer E. Given*
Updating RX Charts/Summer Reading – Early Childhood – (Summer Reading Grant) - 25 hours
Ellen M. Lawson* Sarah Durso Stagge*
Team Lead – Rockdale – (SWP) – 21 hours
Beverly A. Davis* James L. Neville*
Teacher - $32.33 per hour (in-service rate)
Inquiry Professional Development Workshop – Curriculum – (Vision 2020) – 6 hours
Jamie Lynn Blessing* Cathleen M. Farrell* Becky N. Torbeck*
Darwin W. Bobbitt* Stephanie S. Norton*
February 12 121 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Teacher - $31.70 per hour (in-service rate)
Orton Gillingham Multisensory Reading Practicum – Woodward – (School Improvement) – 49 hours
Kenneth J. Ash* Tyrone W. Gilbert* Angela L. Steagall*
Angela M. Cole* Alishia D. Glover* Caitlin B. Taylor*
Bristi Datta* James G. Hanauer* Robby Thompson*
David A. Dixon* Edward J. Kettler* Crystal R. Wagner*
Megan L. Fennema* April L. Nordman* Justin M. Williams*
Teacher - Tutor - $30.09 per hour (extended employment rate)
Tech Program – Student Services – 15 hours
Aaron P. Cucchetti
After School Tutor – Taft High – (SWP) – hours as indicated
Cheryle K. Kelleher* 30 hours Pamela J. Roehling* 30 hours
Erica M. Montgomery* 140 hours Sinita Maria Scott* 50 hours
Charles L. Newton* 100 hours Matthew J. Vale* 30 hours
Home Instructor - $30.09 per hour (extended employment rate)
Anna E. Tewell, 25 hours
Home Instructor - $30.09 per hour (extended employment rate) (IDEA-B)
Catherine Ackerson* 30 hours Vonita L. Herald* 40 hours
Delano Allen* 43 hours Jennifer A. Jones* 20 hours
Maria L. Buford* 30 hours Erica M. Montgomery* 22 hours
Patrick J. Good* 60 hours Daryl A. Wright* 69 hours
H. Coleman Henderson* 60 hours
Home Instructor - $30.09 per hour (extended employment rate) (SWP)
William B. Blaes* 30 hours Janine L. Smith* 35 hours
Christa Tiffani Connors* 12 hours Yvett Spivey-Mosley* 5 hours
Rhonda M. Daniels* 30 hours Angela L. Steagall* 10 hours
Kellie Nycole Hawkins-Hyde* 18 hours Elizabeth Neil Thelen* 132 hours
Michael J. Kraemer* 30 hours Carly M. Wright* 45 hours
Brandon M. Ogilby* 27 hours
The following teachers are recommended to receive supplemental contracts for the school year 2017-18. Payment will be as provided
under the Athletic and Co-curricular Activities of Schedules E and F of the Professional Salary Schedule for the amount shown as
maximum salary. Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ indicates 50% time.
Funding is from the General Fund. The supplemental limited contract shall state that the Board of Education gives notice of
non-reemployment for the ensuing school year.
February 12 122 2018
RECOMMENDATION 1 – CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL (cont.)
E. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities (cont.)
Name School Position Amount
Emmanuel J. Black Western Hills HS Boys Varsity Basketball Coach 4,227.67
Kelly Jo Boosinger Western Hills HS Girls Reserve Basketball Coach 3,231.91 #
James E. Boyd Jr. Clark Montessori HS Boys Basketball (Frosh) Coach 2,382.23
James E. Boyd Jr. Clark Montessori MS Boys Asst Basketball Coach 1,429.35
Samantha L. Bramlage Walnut Hills HS Club Advisor (Model UN Club) 635.26
Alison C. Burns Woodward HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
Anna Grace Colyer Western Hills MS Girls Head Basketball Coach 2,620.45 #
William E. Enoch Hughes STEM MS Special Sports Coach 952.88
Samuel W. Guilford Clark Montessori HS Club Advisor (Scheduling Coord) 635.26
Samuel W. Guilford Clark Montessori HS Boys Basketball (Frosh) Coach 2,382.23
Samuel W. Guilford Clark Montessori MS Boys Asst Basketball Coach 1,429.35
Craig A. Hanthorn Western Hills HS Boys Basketball (Frosh) Coach 2,382.23
David M. Hardman Western Hills HS Girls Var Basketball Coach 4,650.42 #
Timothy R. Hester Riverview East HS Boys Asst Var Basketball Coach 3,176.30
Candace D. Jones Woodward HS Club Advisor (Making a Change Cincy) 635.26
James R. Katenkamp Pleasant Ridge Elem Club Advisor (Bicyle Club) 635.26
Catherine M. Kemme Hughes STEM HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
Elizabeth A. Knodle Hughes STEM HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
Lindsay J. Laroche Western Hills HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
Lindsay J. Laroche Western Hills HS Club Advisor (MS Grade Advisor) 635.26
Renee M. Lentz Clark Montessori HS Club Advisor (Art Club) 635.26
Jeffrey J. Martin Clark Montessori HS Club Advisor (GSTA Club) 317.63
Jeffrey J. Martin Clark Montessori MS Activities Coordinator 1,302.32
Kathy E. Noland Walnut Hills HS Class Advisor 11th
Grade 555.85 @
Andrew M. Parks Dater High MS Girls Head Basketball Coach 2,382.23
Juilane A. Patterson Western Hills HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
S. David Price Western Hills MS Boys Head Basketball Coach 2,382.23
Claire Ann Robillard Clark Montessori HS Asst Var Swimming Coach 1,191.13
Tyler D. Rowlette Riverview East MS Boys Head Basketball Coach 2,620.45 #
Craig E. Rush Clark Montessori HS Club Advisor (Service Club) 698.78 #
Douglas P. Sawan Hughes STEM HS Club Advisor (Outdoor Adventure) 635.26
Shannon L. Silbernagel Western Hills MS Newspaper Advisor 952.88
February 12 123 2018
RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL
A. RETIREMENT
(Indicates that the employee’s application for retirement has been approved by SERS, effective the first day of the month.)
The following employees have made application to the School Employees Retirement System in accordance with the statutes of the
State of Ohio.
Shirley Baldoni Paraprofessional February 1
Diane Cephas Food Service Helper June 1
Paula King Paraprofessional June 1
Gloria Lamb Food Service Helper June 1
Vanessa Ledford Custodian July 1
B. RESIGNATION
(Results from the employee submitting a separation of service form delineating the reason(s) for leaving the district. The effective date
is the first working day the employee is no longer providing services to the district.)
The following resignations have been received to be effective on the dates indicated.
Andrea Cook Nap Aide Personal Reasons February 12
Randal Engel Paraprofessional Personal Illness January 4
Ranita Johnson Paraprofessional Personal Reasons January 8
Barbara A. Mattei-Smith Director of Performance and Accountability Other Employment February 26
Keri Reid Sub Food Service Helper Study February 13
John R. Schneider Director of User Support Other Employment February 16
Kenneth Shiverdecker Paraprofessional Personal Reasons January 16
Brandee Ward Asst. School Community Coord Personal Reasons January 17
In Board proceedings of January 31, 2018, a resignation was approved for Neia Smith, effective January 22, 2018. This action should
be corrected to read effective January 25, 2018.
C. APPOINTMENT
The Superintendent recommends the appointment of the following on the dates indicated and at the appropriate rate of pay calculated
pursuant to the current salary schedule. These appointments are in compliance with Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Positions
involving co-curricular activities were filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except
as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Interim Director of Performance and Accountability
Connie M. Solano $124,000.00 March 1
February 12 124 2018
RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
C. APPOINTMENT (cont.)
Custodian 1 (Classified)
Ja’Quez Marion $15.00 hr. Facilities February 6
Joshua Matthews $15.00 hr. Facilities February 1
Paraprofessional (Unclassified)
William Merritt $15.54 hr. Withrow February 13
Wayne Parks $15.13 hr. Covedale February 13
Michelle Phillips $16.08 hr. TBD February 13
Kendall Williams $15.13 hr. Hyde Park February 6
Security Assistant 1 (Unclassified)
Rhonda Williams $12.94 hr. Withrow February 13
Substitute Security Assistant 1
Ilisha Trimble $12.94 hr. Various February 13
Substitute Food Service Helper
Lisa Oliver $10.95 hr. Various February 13
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities
Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.
Name School Position Amount
Kelly A. Buerk Clark Montessori HS Cheerleader Coach 714.68
David Christophe Canty Clark Montessori HS Varsity Bowling Coach 1,588.16
Latanya M. Kirksey S.C.P.A. MS Cheerleader Coach 952.88
Dwayne S. Mack Clark Montessori HS Girls Varsity Basketball Coach 4,227.67
Justyce Martin Hughes STEM HS Club Advisor (Cheer Club) 635.26
Faith Montgomery Clark Montessori HS Asst Varsity Swimming Coach 1,191.13
Kindel L. Richardson Woodward MS Boys Head Basketball Coach 2,382.23
Savannah M. Sexton Clark Montessori HS Club Advisor (Dance Club) 635.26
Zachary K. Stakely Clark Montessori HS Ass Athletic Director 5,852.35
Nadeana Stormer Riverview East HS Girls Varsity Basketball Coach 4,227.67
Tawnee L. Tackett Riverview East HS Girls Asst Var Basketball Coach 3,176.30
Walter Vickers Clark Montessori HS Hi Boys Varsity Basketball 4,227.67
Jeremy Walker Clark Montessori MS Boys Head Basketball Coach 2,382.23
Willie J. White Clark Montessori HS Asst Varsity Bowling Coach 794.08
February 12 125 2018
RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
D. CHANGE IN STATUS
(A movement from one position to another, but not considered a promotion.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of a change in status for the following. Funding is from the General Fund, except as
otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Electrician From
David Clyde $31.58 hr. Iowa Avenue Asst Electrical Foreman $32.72 hr. February 13
Paraprofessional (Unclassified) From
Rosemary Bailey $15.54 hr. Midway Substitute Paraprofessional $15.54 hr. February 2
Kameron Boyd $15.54 hr. Roberts Substitute Paraprofessional $15.54 hr. January 30
Shanina Jackson $15.13 hr. Riverview Substitute Paraprofessional $15.13 hr. January 31
Kevin Phillips $15.54 hr. Midway Substitute Paraprofessional $15.54 hr. February 12
In Board proceedings of January 22, 2018, a change in status was approved for Joyce Fischer for Executive Communications Assistant
with a start date of January 23, 2018. This action should be corrected to read Executive Communications Assistant with a start date of
January 24, 2018.
E. ADJUSTMENT OF SALARY
The Cincinnati Board of Education approves a 3% performance increase for Treasurer Jennifer M. Wagner, effective 8/1/2017.
F. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT
(Provides for employment of personnel beyond the work day or contractual work period. Examples: club sponsorship, coaching.)
The Superintendent recommends approval of the following additional assignments. Positions involving co-curricular activities were
filled in compliance with Section 3313.53 of O.R.C. Funding is from the General Fund, except as otherwise noted by an asterisk (*).
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities
Salaries that include a 10% longevity increment are indicated by a number sign (#) and @ at 50%.
Name School Position Amount
Jason Deshawn Adams Western Hills HS Athletic Trainer 1,588.16
Shaunte C. Alsup Stokes Western Hills HS Cheerleader Coach 1,429.35
Ross A. Baker Clark Montessori MS Boys Asst Basketball Coach 1,429.35
Dennis E. Bettis Woodward HS Boys Reserve Basketball Coach 3,231.91 #
Stephen A. Colyer Western Hills MS Boys Head Basketball Coach 2,382.23
Stephen A. Colyer Western Hills MS Girls Asst Volleyball Coach 1,429.35
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RECOMMENDATION 2 - CIVIL SERVICE PERSONNEL (cont.)
F. ADDITIONAL ASSIGNMENT (cont.)
Athletic and Co-curricular Activities (cont.)
Name School Position Amount
Andrew Christian Mueller Hughes STEM HS Asst Var Baseball Coach 1,191.13
Joseph Ryan Ogletree Clark Montessori HS Girls Res Basketball Coach 2,938.10
Phillip S. Lee Vern Oneal Riverview East HS Boys Reserve Basketball Coach 2,938.10
Victoria A. Perkins Western Hills HS Academics Coach 1,627.85
Pamela J. Smith Clark Montessori MS Boys Asst Basketball Coach 1,429.35
Michelle L. Stephenson Clark Montessori HS Yearbook Advisor 1,111.27 @
Melvin L. Thomas Western Hills HS Boys Basketball (Frosh) Coach 2,382.23
Malykia Wheaton Riverview East HS Cheerleader Coach 1,429.35
Hanna B. Worrall Clark Montessori HS Varsity Swimming Coach 2,382.23
Catherine L. Mitchell
Superintendent of Schools
Ms. Bolton moved and Mr. Moroski seconded the motion that The Revised Report of the Superintendent be approved.
Ayes: Members Bates, Bolton, Copeland-Dansby, Messer, Moroski, Timmons (6)
Absent: President Jones (1)
Noes: None
Vice President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
February 12 127 2018
REVISED
REPORT OF THE TREASURER TABLE
OF CONTENTS
I. AGREEMENTS
II. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENTS
III. PAYMENTS
IV. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDERS
V. BOARD ASSIGNMENTS
VI. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES
VII. LATE REQUESTS
VIII. FOR BOARD INFORMATION
IX. DONATIONS
X. GRANT AWARDS
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Fund Legend
Fund # Fund Description Purpose
001 General Fund Set of accounts used to show all ordinary operations of a school system,
generally all transaction which do not have to be accounted
for in another fund.
003 Permanent Improvement Fund provided to account for all transactions related to the acquiring, constructing,
or improving of such permanent improvements as are authorized by Chapter 5705,
Ohio Revised Code.
006 Food Services Fund used to record financial transactions related to food service operations.
007 Special Trust The special trust fund may be classified as a special revenue, permanent, or a
private purpose trust fund. A special revenue fund should be used if the original
contributions can be expended for school district programs. A permanent fund
should be used if the only the earnings on the original proceeds can be expended
and not the principal. If the original contribution, whether required to be kept
intact or not, and the earnings do not support the school district's programs, then
the fund will be classified as a private purpose trust fund.
018 Public School Support Fund provided to account for specific local revenue sources, other than taxes or
expendable trust (i.e. profits from vending machines, sales of pictures, etc.), that
are restricted to expenditures for specified purposes approved by board
resolution. Such expenditures may include curricular and extra-curricular
related purchase.
019 Other Grants Fund used to account for the proceeds of specific revenue sources, except for
State and Federal grants) that are legally restricted to expenditures for
specified purposes.
021 Intra District Service Fund A fund to account for functions that provide goods or services to other areas
within the school district. Intra-district functions could include central
warehousing and purchasing and central data processing.
024 Employee Benefits Self
Insurance
A fund provided to account for monies received from other funds as payment for
providing medical, hospitalization, life, dental, vision, or any other similar
employee benefits. The Employee Benefits Self- Insurance Fund may make
payments for services provided to employees, for reimbursements to employees
who have paid providers, to third party administrators for claim payment or
administration, for stop-loss coverage or for any other reinsurance or other
similar purposes.
034 Classroom Facilities
Maintenance
A fund used to account for the proceeds of a levy for the maintenance of facilities.
300 District Managed Student
Activity
Fund provided to account for those student activity programs which have
student participation in the activity but do not have student management of
the programs. This fund would usually include athletic programs but could
also include the band, cheerleaders, flag corps, and other similar types of
activities.
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(cont.)
Fund Legend (cont.)
401 Auxiliary Services A fund used to account for monies which provide services and materials to
pupils attending non-public schools within the school district.
499 Miscellaneous State Grant A fund used to account for various monies received from state agencies which are
not classified elsewhere. A separate special cost center must be used for each grant.
516 IDEA Part B Special
Education,
Grants to assist states in providing an appropriate public education to all children
with disabilities.
525 Project Head Start To promote school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development
of low income children, including children on federally recognized reservations
and children of migratory farm workers, through the provision of comprehensive
health, educational, nutritional, social and other services; and to involve parents
in their children's learning and to help parents make progress toward their
educational, literacy and employment goals.
536 Title I School Improvement
Stimulus A
To help schools improve the teaching and learning of children failing, or most
at risk of failing to meet challenging State academic achievement standards.
551 Title III – Limited English
Proficiency
Funds to develop and carry out elementary and secondary school programs,
including activities at the pre-school level, to meet the educational needs of
children of limited English proficiency. These programs provide structured
English language instruction, with respect to the years of study to which the
program is applicable, and instruction in the child's native language to the
extent necessary to allow a child to achieve competence in English. The
instruction must incorporate the cultural heritage of these children and of other
children in American society. The instruction must be, to the extent necessary,
in all courses or subjects of study which will allow a child to meet grade
promotion and graduation standards.
572 Title I – Disadvantaged
Children/Targeted
Assistance
To provide financial assistance to State and Local educational agencies to
meet the special needs of educationally deprived children. Included are the
Even Start and Comprehensive School Reform programs.
587 IDEA Preschool Grant The Preschool Grant Program, Section 619 of Public Law 99 -457, addresses
the improvement and expansion of services for students with disabilities, ages
three (3) through five (5) years.
598 Schoolwide Building
Program
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform you of the creation of a Schoolwide
Building Program Fund. The Schoolwide Building Program Fund allows for the
pooling of Federal, State, and local funds to be used to upgrade the overall
instructional program of a school building where at least 40 percent of children
are from low income families.
590 Improving Teacher
Quality A fund used to account for monies to hire additional classroom
teachers in grades 1 through 3, so that the number of students per teacher will
be reduced.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
I. AGREEMENTS
That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants:
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed Agreement Dates
General Counsel
(A.) Taft Stettinius & Hollister $30,000.00 02/13/2018 – 02/13/2019
Funding Source: General fund
Purpose:
To provide professional legal services.
ITM Management
(B.) CDW Government $56,000.00 03/18/2018 - 03/17/2019
Funding Source: General fund
Purpose:
To provide the Shavlik Patch Software from CDW-G to deploy 3rd party security patches to Windows devices.
(C.) Cincinnati Bell Technology $46,852.00 02/13/2018 - 02/11/2019
Funding Source: General fund
Purpose:
To provide Testing/QA Consultant to assist with CPS' operational framework within the ITM environment.
(D.) Hewlett Packard Financial Services $231,065.93 02/13/2018 - 02/11/2019
Funding Source: General fund
Purpose:
To provide HP Financial services for teacher desktop and laptop computers for FY18 refresh.
.
Asst Supt Instr Support
(E.) Torch Prep LLC $200,000.00 03/01/2018 - 04/30/2018
Funding Source: Title I Disadv Children Fund
Purpose:
To provide ACT test preparation for 11 high schools.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
II. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENTS
That the Treasurer to be authorized to amend the agreements with the following Vendors/Consultants:
Vendor/Consultant Name Additional
Amount Not
to Exceed
New Total
Amount Agreement Dates Funding
Source
Purchasing
(A.) PowerSchool Group LLC.
(Proceeding: June 7, 2017, P. 438)
$6,300.00 $317,900.00 07/01/2017-06/30/2018 General
Fund
Purpose: To provide additional services for the Punchout Module to setup Amazon Business and Lakeshore Learning Materials
vendors. PowerSchool Group LLC original PO: C1800130.
III. PAYMENTS
That the Treasurer be authorized to approve payment to the following Vendor(s)/Consultant(s):
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed
General Counsel
(A.) Assured NL Insur Agency Inc $310,000.00
Funding Source: General Fund,
Purpose:
To remit payment for the District's general/school board, automobile and excess liability insurance through Assured Partners.
Benefits Adminstration
(B.) AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company $320,000.00
Funding Source: Intra District Services Fund
Purpose:
To remit payment for Basic Life Insurance in accordance to each Union's CBA and the Voluntary Life Insurance from
02/15/2018-06/30/2018.
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(cont.)
IV. AWARD OF PURCHASE ORDER(S)
The Treasurer recommends approval be given for the following purchase orders, charged to the appropriate fund:
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount Not to Exceed
Deputy Supt – Curriculum
(A.) Discovery Education $68,176.50
Funding Source: General Fund
Explanation:
To purchase supplemental materials for students, elementary through high school, for various schools.
ITM Management
(B.) Cincinnati Bell Technology $67,608.75
Funding Source: General Fund
Explanation:
To purchase 75 laptop computers (Lenovo Yoga's) for students at Digital Academy returning from ECOT.
Food Services
(C.) City of Cincinnati $41,032.00
Funding Source: Food Services
Explanation:
To purchase license to conduct food service operation.
Food Services
(D.) Fuller Ford, Inc. $25,320.00
Funding Source: Food Services
Explanation:
To purchase 2018 Transit 250 Low Roof Van, Body series R1Z Power windows, power locks.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
V. BOARD ASSIGNMENTS
That the following be assigned to attend the meeting indicated. Expenses are t o be paid from the Board Member Service Fund.
Ericka Copeland Dansby
Council of the Great City Schools Legislative/Policy
Conference Washington, DC – March 17-20, 2018
VI. THEN AND NOW CERTIFICATES
That the Treasurer be authorized to pay the following Then and Now Certificates:
Vendor Confirm
Amount Funding Source CPS Location Purpose of Purchase
(A.)Mayerson Academy
$8,717.50
Improving
Teacher Quality
Assistant
Superintendent
Consultant Fee &
materials for Mindful
Strength Practice PD for
LEAP Teachers
(B.) Universal Transportation
$4,002.00
General Fund
Transportation Student Transportation
April 2017
(C.) Universal Transportation
$1,624.00
General Fund
Transportation Student Transportation
March 2017
(D.) First Student
$866,129.85
General Fund
Transportation Student Transportation
May 2017
(E.) Sorta
$140,000.00
General Fund
Transportation Student Bus Passes
July 2017
(F.) Nienhuis Montessori USA $4,528.82 General Fund Curriculum Fraction Circles
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
VII. LATE REQUESTS
That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants
Vendor/Consultant Name Amount not to Exceed Agreement Dates
Student Services
(A.) City of Cincinnati $46,165.60 08/16/2017 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: IDEA Preschool Grant
Purpose:
To provide nursing services to students in preschool.
(B.) Infinite Potential $25,000.00 01/09/2018 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: General Fund
Purpose:
To provide talent management consulting services to CPS.
(C.) Did You Know Publishing Inc. $32,489.19 01/23/2018 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: General Fund
Purpose:
To provide Woven Traditions cultural curriculum.
Auxiliary Services
(D.) PSI Affiliates Inc $341,708.18 07/01/2017 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: Auxiliary Services (NPSS) Fund
Purpose:
To provide school nurses at nonpublic schools for FY17-18.
Riverview East Academy
(E.) Cincinnati Youth Collaborative $48,000.00 01/03/2018 – 06/30/2018
Funding Source: Title I Sch Improve Stimulus A
Purpose:
To provide one credit elective course for 10th to 12th students.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
VIII. FOR BOARD INFORMATION
That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into an agreement with the following Vendors/Consultants
ITM Management
(A.) Cincinnati Bell Technology $24,120.00 02/13/2018 - 02/11/2019
Funding Source: General Fund
Purpose:
To provide a Testing/QA Consultant - work is on an hourly basis to assist CPS within the operational framework of its ITM environment.
Asst Supt Leadership Dev
(B.) HCESC - Hamilton County Educational Service Center $15,400.00 02/20/2018 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: General Fund
Purpose:
To provide principal screening and induction services.
Public Affairs
(C.) Vehr Communications, LLC $20,000.00 02/13/2018 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: General Fund
Purpose:
To provide a Communications strategy to improve the effectiveness of CPS student recruitment, enrollment and retention.
Carson ES
(D.) Activities Beyond the Classroom $24,780.00 02/05/2018 - 06/30/2018
Funding Source: Title 1 Sch Improve Stimulus A,
Purpose:
Behavior Specialist at Carson School to provide social skills training and data analysis.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
VIII. FOR BOARD INFORMATION (cont.)
General Counsel
(E.) That the Treasurer be authorized to enter into a Lease Termination agreement with the Clifton Cultural Arts Center
(CCAC) for the 1906 Clifton School Building. Pursuant to the terms of the lease, CPS is responsible to pay
$1,459,811.15 for the capital improvements that the CCAC has been made to the building. Occupancy of the building
will transfer to CPS on September 1, 2018.
IX. DONATIONS
That record is made of a donation from the following Donors:
Donor Amount Location Funding Source &
Description
(A.) Knox Presbyterian Church $50.00 Hyde Park School Fund 018 – Public
School Support
Purpose: To be used for Hyde Park’s school choir.
(B.) UC Health $168.00 Woodford Paideia
Academy
Fund 018 – Public
School Support
Purpose: To be used at the principal’s discretion.
(C.) Anna & Matt McCann $125.00 Woodford Paideia
Academy
Fund 018 – Public
School Support
Purpose: To be used for G. Bryer’s classroom at Woodford.
(D.) Robert Corson $250.00 Cheviot School Fund 300 –
Student Activities
Purpose: To be used for the Kindergarten and Primary rooms at Cheviot.
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER
(cont.)
X. GRANT AWARDS
That record is made of a grant award from the following Grantors:
Grantor Name Amount Location Funding Source &
Description
(A.) Deborah Mortman $2,000.00 Hyde Park School Fund 019 – Other
Grants
Purpose: To be used for Hyde Park’s Special Education Program.
(B.) Ohio Department of Education $49,999.00 Department of
Student Services Fund 499 –
Miscellaneous State
Grants
Purpose: To be used for a work study program with a specified sequence of work skills instruction and experiences designed to
develop students’ work attitudes and general work behaviors by providing students
with mutually supportive and integrated academic and vocational instruction.
Jennifer M. Wagner
Treasurer/CFO
Mr. Messer moved and Mrs. Bates seconded the motion that The Revised Report of the Treasurer be approved.
Ayes: Members Bates, Bolton, Copeland-Dansby, Messer, Moroski, Timmons (6)
Absent: President Jones (1)
Noes: None
Vice President Copeland-Dansby declared the motion carried.
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INQUIRIES/UPDATES
Upcoming events:
1. Aces Meeting scheduled on February 27, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in room 1A. Need no more than three agenda items. Suggested items
are:
Transportation – Late Start
Community Benefits Agreement - process related to FC Cincinnati – How it works?
2. Provide a schedule of all Aces Meetings to the Board.
3. Accepting applications for a parent representative to serve on the Cincinnati Preschool Promise Board of Managers. All
applications must be submitted to Cheryl Broadnax, Early Childhood Department by Wednesday, February 21, 2018.
ASSIGNMENTS
Please note the following assignments:
1. Administration – present Board Members information and data on Minority Development and Retention to begin discussion on
how to move forward with an initiative.
2. Mrs. Worley, Public Affairs – put on CPS website step by step processes that we have learned related to FC Cincinnati.
3. Administration – a list of Auxiliary monies and were they are going and how many students are being impacted.
ADJOURNMENT
The Board adjourned at 10:13 p.m.
Jennifer M. Wagner
Treasurer/CFO