Bellefontaine City Schools is ready for classes to begin after a day of staff recognition and professional development.
The annual convocation was held in the BHS auditorium Thursday morning.
Staff members from each grade level were greeted by an inspirational speech from Superintendent Brad Hall.
Hall commended the staff for their dedication.
He said teachers overcame many obstacles to make sure students succeeded during the pandemic.
Hall also outlined the district’s goals for ’22-’23. They include:
Improve academic achievement at all levels and evaluate instructional practices
Increase districtwide student access to technology
Actively promote positive district and building news to the community
Promote a safe and secure environment, including attention to the emotional safety and mental stability of students
BCS has several new employees this year. They include:
Katelyne Ackley, Middle School Intervention Specialist
Brooke Bahr, 7th Grade English Language Arts
Philip Blake, High School Math
Harrison Brunner, High School Science
Shawn Congleton, Middle School Guidance Counselor
Kathryn Dixon, 3rd Grade
Shaun Dunlap, Middle School Intervention Specialist
Tori England, 1st Grade
Marice Furlong, 8th Grade Math
Matthew Garrett, High School English Language Arts
Joseph Gengler, 8th Grade English Language Arts
Benjamin Gillig, 5th Grade Science
Erin Gillig, Elementary School Associate Principal
Jacey Greenwood, 8th Grade Math
Jake Kennedy, High School DECA
Daulton Mosbarger, High School Academic Advisor
Raechel Noble, High School Intervention Specialist
Aaron Peitsmeyer, High School Business
Zoe Price, 5th Grade English Language Arts
Meredith Richters, High School French/English Language Arts
Brian Rohrig, High School Science
Robyn Torres, Elementary School Intervention Specialist
Jenna Tozer, 8th Grade Science
Molly Wimmers, Kindergarten
Robert Wolf, 8th Grade Social Studies
Elijah Woodruff, 8th Grade English Language Arts
Annie Scott, EMIS Coordinator
Destiny Armstrong, Educational Aide
Heather Evans, Educational Aide
Tamara Frazier, Educational Aide
Kristen Friedrich, Educational Aide
Thomas Kimball, Bus Driver
Rebekah King, Educational Aide
Jill Nevers, Bus Driver
Connie Rose, Food Service Worker
Taylor Ruble, Educational Aide
Kimberly Taylor, Bus Driver
Kristen Wagner, Middle School Secretary
Many employees were spotlighted for their longtime service.
The following earned 20-year service pins:
Joanna Arthur
Lena Coleman
Aaron Garver
Natalie Grandstaff
Shannon Maier
Stacy Penhorwood
Andrea Shumaker
Retirees were given a bell to commemorate their service.
Here is a list of their name and years of service (district years/total years).
Maria Borba 22
Donna Brunner 17
Roxan Casey 26
Lena Coleman 20
Julie Dearwester 23/30
Sandy Horn 32
Tracey Mitchell 28/34
Kristy Mount 39
Glenna Seeley 32
The Bellefontaine Education Association presented the Friends of Education Award to Joan Haushalter.
Haushalter was given a $50 check, which was made out to a charity of her choice.
The money was used to start a grant through the Logan County Education Foundation.
The grant is titled #Ripple Effect.
Haushalter said that education and kindness have a ripple effect that can impact the world one person at a time.
Haushalter served on the Bellefontaine Board of Education for 12 years (2008-2019). She also served as the PTO president for several years.
Finally, the United Way of Logan County recognized Bellefontaine City Schools for being one of the top ten contributors during last year’s campaign.
BCS staff members donated over $30,000 last fall.
Staff members kicked off the campaign Thursday, which will wrap up September 9th.
Following convocation, staff members spent much of the day in professional development training.
All four buildings hosted open house events in the evening.
Bellefontaine will start the school year (grades 1-9) on Tuesday, September 6th.
Photos: Superintendent Brad Hall
BHS Les Fons performs.
New BCS staff members
Staff members recognized for 20 years of service.
BCS retirees
Joan Haushalter (left) and presenter Katie Gallaway
BCS recognized for last fall’s United Way campaign.
