Four students and four staff members were recognized by the Galion School Board for notably demonstrating the Portrait of a Tiger trait: Self-Discipline. These students and staff members were nominated by teachers in each building for demonstrating the attributes of a person who is self-disciplined. Congratulations to the following students: Bennett Davis 1st grade, Isabel Robinson 4th grade, Owen Perman 7th grade, and Elliott Freyman 11th grade. Staff members include Nate Hall (GHS), Jessica Hammond (GMS), Moira Stinehour (GIS), and Suzanne Woodmansee GPS).
During the meeting the Board accepted three donations from the Galion Schools Boosters Club to cover the cost of student passes, softball field repairs, and basketball uniforms. The Board is grateful for the continued support provided by the Booster Club.
Indoor Track and Field for both boys and girls was authorized as an official school activity for the 2024-25 school year.
Personnel was a hot topic as several people were approved for extra duty, coaching positions and as substitutes for both certified and classified staff positions. The resignation of Cindy Parrot, Director of Special Services was accepted and will be effective December 31, 2025. Mrs. Parrott has been an employee of the Galion City School District for 26 years.
The next Board of Education meeting will be held at 6:30 on December 17, 2024. The full agenda can be found at galionschools.org/board-info.