Superintendent's Report and Staffing Approvals (Items 5.01 & 5.02)

Dissent: None

Moved by Madam President [~0:24:45] · Seconded by Unknown [~0:25:20]

Superintendent Mr. Westendorf provided updates, including the installation of an LED sign at Norwood Middle School, funded by the Tom Polster Foundation, and recognized Ms. Sue Ridnour for 40 years of service. A significant part of his report focused on the urgent need for corporate sponsors for the 'Avenues for Success' after-school program due to severe federal funding cuts. The board also approved various new staffing contracts, including educational aides, interns, 'Pathways for Success' counselors, new teacher mentors, and sports activity contracts.

Education Committee Report - Field Trip Approvals (Item 7.02)

Dissent: None

Moved by السيدة تاونر [~0:32:50] · Seconded by Unknown [~0:33:10]

Ms. Towner presented the Education Committee's report, which included an extensive list of approved field trips for students from Norwood View, Sharpsburg, Montessori, and Norwood High School. Destinations included educational sites like Gorman Heritage Farm, Great Oaks, Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Zoo, Emery Theater, and the University of Cincinnati, spanning from September to April for various grade levels.

Finance Committee - Facility Usage Requests

Dissent: None

Moved by Madam President [~0:38:25] · Seconded by Unknown [~0:38:40]

Treasurer Mr. Johnson presented requests from Summit Country Day School and Seven Hills School swim teams to utilize the district's pool for training and competitions. A board member questioned the fee structure for private schools using public facilities. Mr. Johnson clarified that the district employs a tiered system for facility usage, including reciprocal agreements, free grants for community use, and paid contracts, with varying costs depending on the facility and type of use.

Finance Committee - Financial & Operational Resolutions (Items 9.01 - 9.05)

Dissent: None

Moved by Madam President [~0:49:50] · Seconded by Unknown [~0:50:00]

Treasurer Mr. Johnson presented several items for approval, including the informational report with submitted forecasts, monthly financial reports, the permanent appropriations resolution for the current budget, and the annual alternative school food service agreement with Milford City Schools. He also brought forward a resolution declaring student transportation impractical, in compliance with ODEW guidelines, due to the lack of a dedicated transportation department and the location of private schools outside the district boundaries. He noted some items were late submissions.

Governance - Future Meetings (Item 11)

Dissent: None

Moved by Madam President [~1:02:50] · Seconded by Unknown [~1:03:05]

The board discussed and approved the schedule for upcoming meetings. This included a committee meeting on October 13th at the Board Office on Williams Street, and the next regular board meeting at the High School Mini-Auditorium, which will also mark the re-launch of the 'Rising Stars' program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Executive Session (Item 12)

Dissent: None

Moved by Madam President [~1:04:20] · Seconded by Unknown [~1:04:30]

A motion was made to enter an executive session in accordance with Article 121.22(G)(1) of the rules of conduct. This section permits closed-door discussions related to personnel matters, including appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, compensation of public employees or officials, or investigations of charges or complaints against them. The session commenced at 6:28 PM and concluded at 6:53 PM.