Applications accepted for board vacancy through Jan. 5
The Indian Lake Board of Education wrapped up business for 2023 with a quick regular meeting on Tuesday evening, Dec. 19.
Indian Lake Superintendent Dr. Rob Underwood accepted a $4,000 donation for the music department from the Indian Lake Watershed and the Nashville Hitmakers. The money was raised at the 2023 Hitmakers annual concert event at ILHS in August.
“This has been such a great way for us to support our students in their quest to become better musicians. We’re very thankful that they support our students in this way every year,” Dr. Underwood said.
The board also recognized senior Burke Lillard for being named Third Team All Ohio Football as a defensive back. Lillard led Indian Lake to a great comeback season this fall with a 7-4 record and a playoff berth.
Finally, members discussed filling a seat on the board of education. Superintendent Underwood explains that there will be a vacancy on the board after no one successfully ran for one of the open seats during the November general election. Individuals who are interested in filling this seat are asked to pick up an application in the board office. Applications are due Jan. 5.
Members of the board will decide whom to appoint during their meeting in January.
In other action, the board:
• accepted the Logan County Education Foundation grants totaling $4,593.80; and the Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services Board of Logan and Champaign Counties $5,350.00 Mini-Grant to Indian Lake Middle School,
• accepted the Indian Lake’s Greatest Hits 93.5 FM, RV Wholesalers, Open Road Renewables, Re-Canvas, Pro Equipment and Middlefield Bank $2,375.00 donation for the school lunch program for students who don’t qualify for free lunch;
• approved the annual renewal of the Ohio School Boards Association Membership and Subscription Fees of $6,652;
• approved indoor track for the 2023-2024 season;
• accepted the supplemental contract resignation of Connor Dixon, 2023-24 high school assistant wrestling coach;
• extended the following supplemental contracts: Don Thompson, Joe Teague and Nick Richardson, high school assistant track; and
• approved the following volunteer indoor track coaches: Nick Richardson, Justin Metzger, Renee Metzger, Joe Teague, Isaac Bennett and Don Thompson.
The board will meet for an organizational meeting at 5 p.m. Jan. 11 in the board office. Board member Shannon Reese will serve as president pro tempore for that gathering. During that meeting, board members will elect officers and set the meeting schedule for the rest of 2024.
Indian Lake High School senior Burke Lillard, left, is honored by Superintendent Dr. Rob Underwood for being named Third Team All Ohio Football as a defensive back. (Indian Lake Schools Photo)
