Meeting Details
March 14, 2024
7:00pm
James Hixson Board Room
Purpose
N/A
1.
Pledge and Welcome
This meeting is a meeting of the Governing Board in public for the purpose of conducting the Career Center's business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There will be time for public participation as indicated by a specified agenda item.
Mission Statement: To engage, support, and empower students by providing active, career-based learning in an experiential environment.
Minutes
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President, Greg Waltz. Mr. Waltz welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Those in attendance: Lee Shively representing Perry Township in the absence of Steve Johnson; Alvin Bible, C9TA Representative; Caleb Elliott, SRO; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director; Mike Quaranta, Assistant Director; and Laura Showalter, Executive Assistant.
No additions or changes were presented.
2.
Program Showcase
- Recognition of ProStart Winners
- Presentation by School Resource Officer - Caleb Elliott
Minutes
The Governing Board recognized the students that competed and received 1st place in the State ProStart Competition.
Caleb Elliott, School Resource Officer outlined the job details of what he does at Central Nine on a daily basis.
3.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Mike Metzger moved for approval of the Consent Agenda Items as presented. Becky Nelson seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
3.1
Financial Report and Claims
3.2
Personnel Recommendations
- No High School Personnel Report
3.3
Minutes for Approval
3.4
Donations
4.
Old Business
4.1
Update on Building Project
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared that Pepper Construction is currently working through the punch list. Dr. Kovach shared that an Dedication Ceremony has been tentatively set for May 21, 2024. It was suggested by the Board that maybe it would be better to hold the ceremony in the evening.
5.
Items of Action - ACTION
5.1
Request Approval of Overnight Travel
HOSA State Leadership Conference - Crown Plaza, Indianapolis, April 10-12, 2024
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of overnight travel for 3 instructors and 27 students to attend the HOSA State Leadership Conference.
Becky Nelson moved for approval of the overnight travel. Jill Laker seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
5.2
Request Approval for Out of State Travel
ProStart National Competition
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval for the ProStart Team to travel to Baltimore, Maryland to compete in the National Competition. Dr. Kovach also shared that we have received multiple donations to support the cost of the trip.
Jill Laker moved for approval for the Out of State Travel. Linda Polesel seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
5.3
Board of Finance - Approve Cancelation of Outdated Checks
Minutes
Cindy Payton, Business Manager, requested approval from the Board of Finance for permission to cancel the outstanding checks that are more than 2 years old and refund to the funds.
Linda Polesel moved for approval of the cancelation of outdated checks. Gary Robinson seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
5.4
Request Approval of Affiliation Agreement
- Community Health Network, Inc.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the affiliation agreement with Community Health Network, Inc. He stated that it is a very basic agreement and did not feel the need to have it reviewed by the school attorney. It was the consensus of the Board to have the school attorney review the document.
Jill Laker moved to table the item until the April Governing Board Meeting. Gary Robinson seconded the motion. Motion passed 7-0.
6.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
Continued discussion and follow-up from Wednesday's all district curriculum leader meeting regarding aligning and coordinating CTE programming at C9 and area high schools.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Director's Comments and Items of Information (listed above).
6.1
March Students of the Month
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the March Students of the Month (attached).
6.2
Upcoming Dates and Events
March 15, 2024 - End of 3rd Quarter
March 18-22, 2023 - Required e-learning for students not attending when in session
March 25 - April 5, 2024 - Spring Break
April 8, 2024 - Classes Resume
Next Governing Board Meeting - April 11, 2024- Program Showcase: HVAC
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Upcoming Dates and Events with the Board (listed above).
7.
High School Division Update
Minutes
Mike Quaranta shared the High School Division Update (attached).
8.
Adult Education Division Action and Items of Information
8.1
Approval of Adult Education Personnel Report
- No Adult Education Personnel Report
9.
Adult Education Monthly Update
Minutes
Michelle Davis shared the Adult Education Monthly Update (attached).
10.
Public Comments
Minutes
None presented.
11.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
Mr. Waltz shared that State Board of Accounts Auditors are currently at school doing a 4 year audit period. He stated that Dr. Kovach and Mrs. Payton are working closely with the Auditors through the audit process.
12.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Mike Metzger moved for adjournment at 8:17 p.m.
