Meeting Details
February 12, 2026
6:00pm
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 6:04 p.m. by Board President Dawn Downer. Mrs. Downer welcomed everyone and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Those in attendance: John Showalter, Facilities Director; Mike Quaranta, Assistant Director; Michelle Davis, Adult Education Director and Laura Showalter, Executive Assistant/Benefits Coordinator.
No additions or changes to the agenda were presented.
2.
Board Reorganization
Board President
Board Vice President
Board Secretary
Corporation Treasurer
School Attorney
Minutes
Scott Alexander moved for approval of the individuals and positions as follows:
Dawn Downer, Board President
Becky Nelson, Board Vice President
Linda Polesel, Board Secretary
Cindy Payton, Corporation Treasurer
Michelle Cooper, School Attorney
Chris Lewis seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
3.
Appointment of Board of Finance Officers
Minutes
Ed Harvey moved that the Board of Finance consist of the officers as approved in the Board Reorganization. Sheila Martin seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
4.
Request Approval of Governing Board Dates and Times
Minutes
Ed Harvey moved for approval of the Governing Board Dates and Times. Linda Polesel seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items
Minutes
Sheila Martin moved for approval of the Consent Agenda Items as presented. Linda Polesel seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
5.1
Financial Report and Claims
5.2
Personnel Recommendations
5.3
Minutes for Approval
6.
Items of Action - ACTION
6.1
Request Approval of the Affiliation Agreement with Podiatry Associates of Indiana
Minutes
It was the decision of the Board to table the agreement with Podiatry Associates of Indiana due to Item 1.6, which states the school shall ensure that students have either a temporary medical permit or an unlimited license to practice medicine in Indiana. Dr. Kovach will have the school attorney review the item for clarification.
6.2
Request Approval for Addition of Vision Insurance Coverage to the Benefits Package
Minutes
Dr. Kovach requested approval of the addition of Vision Insurance Coverage to the benefits package. He shared that the premium for the vision coverage would be covered 100% by the employee. He explained that this is the first time that employees have been offered vision insurance.
Scott Alexander moved for approval of the addition of Vision Insurance Coverage to the Benefits package. Brian Downard seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0.
7.
Director's Comments and Items of Information
Governor Braun and Secretary Jenner visit
Superintendent visits completed
Open house tonight until 7:00. Go see a program after our meeting.
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Director's Comments and Items of Information (listed above).
7.1
February Students of the Month
Minutes
Dr. Kovach presented the Board with the February Students of the Month (attached).
7.2
Upcoming Dates and Events
- February 16, 2026 - Presidents' Day - No School
- March 16-27, 2026 - Spring Break - No School
- March 30, 2026 - Classes Resume
- Next Governing Board Meeting - March 12, 2026 - Program Showcase: Auto Service
Minutes
Dr. Kovach shared the Upcoming Dates and Events (listed above).
8.
High School Division Update
Minutes
Mike Quaranted shared the High School Division Update (attached).
9.
Adult Education Division Action Items
9.1
Approval of Adult Education Personnel Report
Minutes
Michelle Davis requested approval of the Adult Education Personnel Report.
10.
Adult Education Informational Items
10.1
Status of Adult Education Funds
Minutes
Michelle Davis gave the Board an update on the status of Adult Education Funds (attached).
10.2
COABE Grant Funding
Minutes
Michelle Davis gave an update regarding the COABE Coalition of Adult Basic Education Grant Fund (attached).
10.3
Adult Education Monthly Update
Minutes
Michelle Davis shared the Adult Education Monthly Update (attached).
10.4
Adult Education Success Story
Minutes
Michelle Davis shared the Adult Education Success Story (attached).
11.
Public Comments
Minutes
John Showalter thanked the Board for all of their support over his 36 years of employment with Central Nine.
12.
Board Member Comments
Minutes
Sheila Martin shared that there is a scam happening that targets school employees. She shared that Greenwood had a teacher who received a call stating that she failed to appear for a court hearing, and a warrant for her arrest would be issued if she did not pay a fine. Mike Quaranta shared that he had received the same scam call. The Board thanked Mrs. Martin for sharing.
13.
Adjournment
Minutes
With no further business, Dawn Downer moved for adjournment at 7:03 p.m.
