Benton-Carroll-Salem continues its technology initiatives

Scott Schulte, Virtual Learning Academy instructor, and Neal Barrett, District Technology Director, updated Board members at the September 22, 2009 regular Benton Carroll Salem Local School District board meeting regarding their technology initiatives. In May 2009, the BCS Board approved the participation in a Virtual Learning Academy, VLA, as an extension to normal classroom education. Mr. Schulte demonstrated to the Board how the student performance is monitored, tracked, and assessed in the VLA environment. According to Superintendent, Diane Kershaw, "It is the district's intent to expand the curricular offering through the VLA environment as experience with the program increases."

The BCS web page is a key communication tool available to district residents, www.bcs.k12.oh.us . With any type of communication tool, and especially a website, it is critical that the site be easy to use and the information is accurate and up-to-date. With that thought process as a basis, Technology Director, Neal Barrett performed a facelift on the district's website and presented the updated site to the Board. Mr. Barrett reported, "The new format of the website allows designated individuals to update their particular areas of the website which ensures the most up-to-date information is available to district residents."

High School Assistant Principal, Alison Wolf, recognized Dylan Perkins on his team successes in the State and National Auto Skills competition. Dylan, a 2009 Oak Harbor graduate and his teammate Zach Harteis, a 2009 Rossford graduate, won the State Title this past spring. Dylan and Zach attended the Penta Career Center Auto Technology developing their skills and knowledge in automotive maintenance.

In additional board business the Board approved:

* The Fiscal year 2010 permanent appropriations.

* The execution and delivery of retail power sales agreement between BCS District and the School Pool Electric Program.

* The participation with Sheakley Uniservice for Worker's Compensation Group Rating Program (including Administrative Fees and Services) Effective January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010.

* The following certified substitute employees for the 2009-2010 school year: Ron Ayotte, Stephanie Baehrens, Beverly Bartczak, Joseph Bartzen, Gloria Basil, Jennifer Bauer, Amy Bauman, Kathleen Below, Gabrielle Blunt, Margaret Bodie, Kami Brough, Kathryn Callahan, Richard Cooks, Elizabeth Deitzel, Theo Dunham, Dale Engler, Kevin Favro, Susan Fick, Jon Fickert, Gary Good, Larry Garlnger, Bonnie Garner, Christine Hablitzel, Roger Gross, Jill Haar, Edna Hansen, Ida Hahn, Catherine Hammoud, Joe Hartley, Gail Harmon, Julie Harris, James Kamman, Rebecca Hegemier, JoAnn Hellwig, Kathy Krumnow, Donna Katafias, Kathleen Konieczny, Ronald Liwo, Martha Lawitzke, Mandy Lenthe, Holley Milanov, Jamie Lockwood, Susan Manifold, Brandy O'Connell, Shanna Ninke, Carolyn Oakley, Lowell Peters, Jan Overmyer, Jill Osbourne, Dawn Peters, Jameson Riffle, Claude Rowan, Christopher Rieman, Dawn Schaffer, Carolynn Snyder, James Schwartz, Richard Spicer, Dean Stamm, Chris Soltis, Sandra Toth, Wayne Watts, Susan Stolz, John Wellik, David Zeims, Linda Wyse, and John Zimmerman

* the following supplemental positions as listed for the 2009-2010 school year: Kimm Krehmke-Mentor, Heidi Lutz-Head Teacher(Carroll), Cathy Bergman-Head Teacher (Rocky Ridge), Kyle O'Neill-Head Teacher (Graytown), Cliff Brickner-Elementary Art Show, Debbie Noggle-Elementary Art Show, Tiffany Ahlberg and Ellen Tucker-HS Student Council (split position), Lauretta Swint-Science Club, Bob Van Horn-HS Art Show, Bob Van Horn-HS Yearbook Advisor, Ellen Tucker-Thespian Advisor, Louie Damschroder-YF/YFW Advisor, Noah Neiderhouse-YF/YFW Advisor, Michele Boussalia and Laura Ulery-Language Club Advisor (split position), Eric Sweet-Boys Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach, Chad Hanely-Boys Reserve Basketball Coach, Tim Laderach-Boys Freshmen Basketball Coach, J.T. Reese-Boys MS Basketball Coach, Nicole Kielczewski-MS Yearbook Advisor, Dan Yoder and Beth Sugalski- MS Student Council (split position), Joe Bergman-MS Art Show Advisor, and Nicole Kielzcewski-MS Choirs

* The following classified substitutes for 2009-2010 school year: Rick Goldstein, Marsha Hill, Pam Eilrich

* A one-year, limited contract to Mary Vogtsberger for the position of Community Resources Secretary to be effective August 3, 2009.

* The following staff for community education program for 2009-2010 school year: Diane Verb, Dawn Peters, and Rob Zajac as Adult Swim Instructors, Dawn Peters, Bob Verb, and Rob Zajac as Pool Site Directors, Lindsay Cochran, Olivia Porter, Bethany McNutt, Brielle Hanthorn, and Aaron Riechman as lifeguards.

* The following volunteers: Heather Dewitz, Peggy Randolph, Sandy Trainer, Andrea Swope, Caroyln Karnes, Scott Rider.

* The following for pre-school storytelling; June Beard, Sharon Horvath, Kris White, and Diane Verb.

* Amber Koren as a tutor for 2009-2010 school year.

* Before and after-school intervention instructors: Christopher Soltis, Diane Krieger, Karen Gruber, Tiffany Alexander, Kathy Barbour, Cassy Dornbusch, Ashlee Donahoo, Sue Nowlin, Jennifer Ziebold, Kimm Krehmke, Becky Renner, and Diane Wise.

* The transfer Jackie Kohlman from the position of assistant cook to bus driver effective September 28, 2009.

* The job description for Assistant to the Treasurer/Sub Caller/Inventory.

* The revised administrative salary schedule.

* The Internet Safety Policy.

* The Ohio Department of Education, Special Education Model Policies and Procedures.

* The extra-curricular trip for the Oak Harbor High School Choir to New York City.

The Board accepted the resignation of Doris Harder from the position of treasurer's assistant and Jenny Van Sant from the position of bus driver. The Board also graciously accepted the donation from Mike Shadoan of Radiant Windows, a new west facing window installed in the stadium press box.

The next regular board meeting of the B-C-S Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Board office.