Meeting Details
October 13, 2026
6:30pm - 7:00pm
30 min
Gibson Southern High School - Media Center
Purpose
N/A
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Minutes
President Steve Gruszewski called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting was streamed live on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@southgibsonschoolboardlive). In addition to Board members, Board Attorney Pam Partenheimer and Administration were present, along with Angela Cooper of the South Gibson Teachers Association.
1.1
Open the 2027 Budget, Bus Replacement, and Capital Projects Fund Hearing
Minutes
President Steve Gruszewski opened the Hearing at 6:31 and asked for questions or comments. None were voiced, and Benson Davenport made a motion to close the hearing; Rachael Hileman seconded it, and the Hearing closed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
1.2
Open public hearing on the 2026-27 Collective Bargaining Agreement
Minutes
President Steve Gruszewski opened the Hearing at 6:32 and asked for questions or comments. No one voiced any, and Benson Davenport moved to close the hearing; Stacy McClellan seconded, and the Hearing closed on a 6-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
2.
PATRON CONCERNS and AGENDA ITEM COMMENTS
Minutes
The floor was opened for Patron Concerns. None were voiced.
3.
REPORTS
Minutes
The Board received the SGSC September 2026 financial reports.
4.
CONSENT ITEMS
Minutes
Rachael Hileman made a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Benson Davenport seconded the motion and the action passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
4.1
Approve Minutes from September 15, 2026 meeting
Minutes
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
4.2
PERSONNEL
4.2.1 RESIGNATIONS
4.2.1.1 Melissa Cooney-Mudd, Multi-Cat. Special Needs Teacher @ HCS effective 10/15/26
4.2.2 ECA
4.2.2.1 Caleb Smith, Volunteer Assistant Wrestling Coach @ GSHS for 26-27
4.2.2.2 Will Kirtley, Volunteer Assistant Wrestling Coach @ GSHS for 26-27
4.2.2.3 Tim Smith, 8th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach - Maroon @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.4 Ronnie Robinson, 8th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach - Gold @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.5 Sarah Spindler, 7th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.6 Kristin Brasher, Volunteer 6th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.7 Justin Brewer, Volunteer 5th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.8 Sean Packer, 8th Gr. Boys Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.9 Jon Adams, 7th Gr. Boys Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.10 Ryan Karaff, Volunteer 6th Gr. Boys Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.11 Aubree Armstrong, Volunteer Cheer Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.2.12 Adam Brock, Volunteer for Boys Soccer @ GSHS for 26-27
4.2.2.13 Daniel Scott, English Academic Team Coach @ GSHS for 26-27
4.2.2.14 Jamie Anderson, Volunteer Cheer Coach @ OCS for 26-27
4.2.2.15 Dezarae Hart, Volunteer Cheer Coach @ OCS for 26-27
4.2.2.16 Todd Teel, Sub Bus Driver for SGSC effective 9/21/26
4.2.2.17 Zach Boop, 5th/6th Gr. Volunteer Boys Basketball Coach @ OCS for 26-27
4.2.2.18 Sophia Stone, Assistant Swim Coach @ GSHS for 26-27
4.2.2.19 Kiana Mosser, Volunteer Assistant 8th Gr. Girls Basketball Coach @ FBCS for 26-27
4.2.3 EMPLOYMENT
4.2.4 FMLA
4.2.4.1 Employee # 30331
4.2.4.2 Employee # 20177
4.2.4.3 Employee # 30736
4.2.4.4 Employee # 10022
4.2.5 TRANSFERS
4.2.5.1 Carla Kuhlenschmidt, increase in hours to 7.5 hrs/dy effective 9/30/26
4.2.6 RETIREMENTS
4.3
CLAIMS
Minutes
Claims approved included:
Claims approved included:
Payroll claims:
• September 25, 2026, for $618,938.34
• October 9, 2026, for $625,293.78
Payables, including ACH, EFT, and checks 68851-68918, for $1,957,177.77
5.
ACTION ITEMS
5.1
Permission to pay bills after the 13th and ratify them on the 27th October Board meeting
Minutes
Rachael Hileman made a motion to approve the action item, which was seconded by Stacy McClellan and passed on a vote of 6-0
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
5.2
Public School Trust
1
minutes
The Public School Trust requires the board to appoint a representative to serve on the trust advisory committee as a voting member. Dr. Perry will be appointed for the 26-27 school year.
Minutes
Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the action item, which was seconded by Eric Harper and passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
5.3
Renewal of Boyce BSF / Komputrol
5
minutes
Annual software renewal. $34,898.00
Minutes
Benson Davenport made a motion to approve the action item, which was seconded by Eric Harper and passed on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
6.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
7.
ADMINISTRATIVE/BOARD CONCERNS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Minutes
The next Board meeting is 27 October 2026.
8.
ADJOURNMENT
Minutes
With no further business to be conducted, the Board adjourned at 6:40 PM on a motion by Rachael Hileman, a
second by Benson Davenport, and a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, President of Board | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
