(PHOTO BY INDIA KENNER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER)
CONTRACT APPROVED … Pictured are Treasurer William Blakely and Board Vice President Lyn Bowsher.
By: India Kenner
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
india@thevillagereporter.com
The Edgerton Board of Education met on Monday, September 23rd at 6:00 pm. The meeting was called to order by Board President Robert Siebenaler at 6:00 pm sharp.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call with President Robert Siebenaler, Vice President Lyn Bowsher, Amanda Giesige, Nick Hug, and Bill Swank arrived at 6:20 pm. Also in attendance were Superintendent Ben Wilhelm, Elementary Principal Lucas Smith, JH/HS principal Brett Grieser, and Treasurer William Blakely.
Revision and accepting of the agenda were moved Bowsher and seconded by Giesige. Approval and signing of August regular board minutes moved Bowsher and seconded by Nick Hug.
Recommendation to the board to approve a five-year administration contract for William E. Blakely as Treasurer/CFO effective August 1st,2024-July 31, 2029, at an annual salary of $92,000.00. Moved by Bowsher and seconded by Giesige.
For William Blakely’s treasurer’s report, he recommended to the board to approve the financial reports, bills, and payments for August and also reminded everyone to finish the required fraud training.
Also recommended to the board was to approve the creation of the High School Art Club and budget. Hug moved to approve, seconded by Giesige.
For the superintendent’s agenda, Wilhelm announced that Edgerton was at the top of the county for district report card testing results and comparisons. He also thanked the Miss Edgerton Pageant ladies and the following groups that visited the school after the passing of Levi Hess.
Edgerton community members, Krill Funeral Service and their therapy dogs, counseling services from Bryan High School, and Life Changing Church. Also, local vet Bob Witsman for the POW flag and Edgerton Church of Christ for the donation of school supplies.
Administrative recommendations to approve a memorandum of understanding with the Edgerton Education association. To approve a service agreement with Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center governing board for Roots analysis services for a cost of $3,500.00.
Wilhelm explained this program does the leg work for data in the district and is a great Administrative and teacher tool and is well worth the cost.
For personal recommendations to approve the NWOESC sub-list for paraprofessionals and teachers and to approve the updated sub-list for Edgerton 2024-2025 school year to include April Cook, Barbara Saul, and school nurse Emily Woodbury. All pending pre-employment requirements.
To approve the attendance, of Kristine Manning and selected students to the National FFA convention on October 25-26 in Indianapolis, IN where Elisa Bowen, EHS graduate, will receive her American degree. To approve additional bus route hours for Neil Haugh. Retroactive back to August 19th, 2024. Motion to approve by Siebenaler seconded by Giesige.
For Principals reports JH/HS Principal Brett Grieser mentioned how proud he was of all the students and staff. How well Homecoming went and the excitement of the fall sports that are currently underway.
Elementary Principal Lucas Smith talked about how well the different clubs are doing such as science and Lego club. Bulldogs with ties and lunch with a dog. Also, Grandparents Day was a huge success with tons of positive feedback.
Motion to approve the recommendations and reports made by Siebenaler and seconded by Bowsher.
The meeting adjourned at 6:42 pm and then the school board meeting went into executive session to discuss personnel evaluations. The next meeting will be held on October 21st at 6 pm.