Board of Education Meeting RECAP
HHCS Board Recap: April 9, 2026
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Welcome to our HHCS Board of Education Recap. This document will share the topics covered at our April 9,, 2026, regular board meeting. If you prefer more detail, please access our board meeting videos. Please note that, due to technical difficulties, there is no audio for the April 9 meeting.
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A Quick Look at the April 9 Meeting
School Spotlight: Rushmore Elementary
Wayne Indoor Track Team Acknowledged
Summer School Programming
Science of Reading and Momentum Awards
Legislative Update
FY27 Cost Savings Proposal
Staff Appreciation Week, May 4-8
Lunch Price Increase
Special Edition Community Service Seal
OSBA Policy Updates
Personnel Items
Key Items from the April 9 Meeting
Rushmore Elementary Principal Emily Blaine and Assistant Principal Nick Delk completed the fifth installment of “Building the Schoolhouse” with their presentation of student data monitoring and culture/climate importance of student success. Sense of belonging and positive relationships are key components to student academic performance and overall outlook on the school experience.
The Board welcomed the Wayne High School indoor track and field team, recognizing the boys state champions and individual event champions. It is the fifth indoor championship and 10th overall state championship for Wayne..
Director of Curriculum and Instruction Corine Doll provided three important updates::
Summer School program offerings include courses at Wayne for credit and credit recovery (June), rising third-grade jump start (August), and a two-day Tinker Camp June 11-12 hosted by the Montgomery County Educational Services Center. See the Summer Learning Proposal for additional information.
Wright Brothers and Rushmore elementary schools were acknowledged for having achieved the Governor’s Science of Reading Champion School designation.
Wright Brothers and Monticello elementary schools were acknowledged for receiving the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce School Report Card Momentum Awards, highlighting significant improvements in academic performance on state testing.
Superintendent Jason Enix presented the $4.5 million cost savings proposal. The Board had voted in March to reduce costs for 2026-2027. This proposad amount follows up on the original $7.3 million plan tabled in May 2025 following the levy attempt that failed by three votes. The district has realized approximately $2.5 million in savings this year through hiring and spending practices. Many of the proposed reductions were approved as part of the cost savings package last year. Get more details by viewing the presentation. The Board will conduct a Special Board Meeting on April 20 to vote on this proposal.
Board member Mark Combs provided a legislative update.
The Board approved a resolution supporting National Staff Appreciation Week May 4–8.
After 17 years of consistent lunch prices, increased food costs and labor costs necessitate an increase in lunch prices beginning in 2026-2027:
K-8: $2.65 to $3.00
9-12: $2.85 to $3.25
Adult: $3.50 to $4.00
The Board approved a three year contract with Cintas for equipment and supplies. Pricing is determined, to the benefit of HHCS, through involvement with the Educational Purchasing Council (EPC).
2026 graduates earning the Community Service Seal as part of graduation requirements will have the commemorative America 250 seal affixed to their diploma. This opportunity is provided through the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, celebrating the country’s 250th birthday in 2026. The Board approved using this seal for diplomas.
The Board approved three policy updates/revisions provided by the Ohio School Boards Association. The Policy Committee convened on March 26 to review and provide the recommendations to the Board for approval.
The Board approved the personnel items presented.
Treasurer's Report
Treasurer Bryan Janson provided the monthly financial report, including revenue, expenditures to date, and investment income.
Superintendent's Update
Superintendent Jason Enix thanked the curriculum department and elementary principals for showcasing their collaborative work focusing on different aspects of “Building the Schoolhouse.” It highlighted throughout the year the many focus areas that happen daily centered around improving student achievement and overall success of students and buildings. The next school spotlight will honor Wayne High School and the Top Ten of the Class of 2026. The Board will host a reception for those students and families prior to its May 14 meeting.
Upcoming Board Meeting Dates
The Board will conduct the following meetings in April:
Special Board Meeting—Wednesday, April 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the Studebaker ITC
Special Board Meeting—Thursday, April 16, at 4:30 p.m. in the Studebaker ITC
Special Board Meeting—Monday, April 20, at 6 p.m. in the Studebaker Board Room
Special Board Meeting—Thursday, April 30 at 4:30 p.m. in the Studebaker ITC