The Elyria Board of Education met on May 20, 2026. President Elaine Seguin was not in attendance. Below are several items of importance for EEA members. Information was taken from the Board agenda and Treasurer’s report.
Treasurer’s Financial Update & Levy Discussion
Treasurer Colleen Aholt presented a brief May Forecast Update and levy discussion during the meeting.
According to the Treasurer, the district has made approximately $9.4 million in reductions overall, including:
- $8.3 million in personnel reductions
- $562,000 in transportation cuts
- $100,000 in crossing guard reductions
- $150,000 in district software reductions
The Treasurer also recommended that the Board place an 8.9 mill levy on the November 2026 ballot.
Proposed Levy Timeline
To place the levy on the November ballot:
- The Board would need to approve an initial resolution at the June 10, 2026 Board meeting
- A second resolution would need to be approved in July
- Final certification would occur in August
Estimated Cost to Residents
The proposed levy would cost approximately:
- $311 annually for a home valued at $100,000
EEA will continue monitoring discussions surrounding district finances, staffing impacts, and levy planning.
RIF’d Members Recalled
The Board approved the recall of 5 previously RIF’d members due to staff resignations.
The following staff members were listed in the agenda materials:
- Angela Caprara – Grade 5/6 Science Teacher, Northwood Middle
- Lisa Pack – Intervention Specialist M/I, Westwood Elementary
- Maclain Martin – Intervention Specialist M/M, Northwood Elementary
- Meryl Smith (Kannenberg) – Intervention Specialist M/I, Eastern Heights Elementary
- Cody Rodgers – Grade 7/8 STEAM/PLTW, Eastern Heights Middle
Continuing Contracts Approved for Certified Staff
The Board approved continuing contracts for certified staff effective August 19, 2026.
The following staff members were listed in the agenda materials:
- Mary Bailey
- Chloe Harigan
- April Serfozo
- Daniel Blatt
- Lauren Broschk
- Courtney Jones
- Julie Mallcott
- Sarah Shell
- Carissa Silva
- Leah Buzzelli
- Ariana Miller
- Courtney Stoll
- Sarah Crosby
- Natalie Perfette
- Amanda Turza
- Sophia Del Valle
- Sarah Robinson
- Lindsey Voros
- Rachael Dorsey (Jandziszak)
- Alexandra Rutherford
- James “Matt” Wilson
- Kasie Geschke
- Lisa Schen
Congratulations to these educators on earning continuing contract status!
Additional Personnel & Board Items
Additional agenda items included:
- Certified and classified staffing recommendations
- Summer and ESY staffing approvals
- Supplemental contracts and stipends
- Transportation and student services contracts
- Policy updates related to absenteeism, workplace policy, and overdose reversal procurement
EEA will continue to keep members informed as additional information becomes available regarding district finances, staffing, and levy discussions.