The Fredericktown Local Schools Board of Education convened for a special meeting on July 15, 2025, to address district business. The meeting took place in the Administration Board Room at 5:30 PM.
During the session, several motions were proposed and discussed. A motion was passed to approve donations totaling $2,838.62 from various contributors, including Digital Impressions and the Fredericktown Education Association (FEA), for purposes such as choir support and teacher appreciation events.
The Treasurer's report included approval of the June 2025 Financial Report and the FY26 appropriations totaling $26,190,677.03. Additionally, a one-year contract with Local Government Services Section was approved for preparing annual financial statements not exceeding $5,600 per fiscal year.
The Superintendent's consent agenda featured several approvals. These included agreements with Pellegrino Music Center for band instruments and CompHealth for temporary healthcare staffing. A consulting agreement with Communications Connection was also approved for educational communication support at an annual rate of $10,000.
Personnel changes were noted with the resignation of Justine Hull, a middle school science teacher. New appointments included Jeffrey Davis as a middle school science teacher and Madeline Elfrink as a vocational education teacher for the upcoming school year.
The board also addressed volunteer positions for coaching and band camp staff, requiring favorable background checks for all involved individuals.
Committee reports were presented by various board members covering community connections, policy liaison roles, legislative advocacy, finance liaison duties, and administrative updates.
The meeting concluded with an adjournment motion. The next special board meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2025.
