Board of Education - Worthington, Ohio

A court ruling on property-value appeals and what it means for homeowners' taxes, summer construction reshaping parking at Thomas Worthington, free summer meals for kids, and a communications audit of the district.

Treasurer TJ Cusick explains how a recent Ohio Supreme Court ruling, an ongoing constitutional challenge, and a valuation loophole affect what Worthington homeowners pay in property taxes.

A draft FY27 budget aimed at deferring a new levy to 2028, plus school recognitions, new principals, and updated elementary boundary plans.

Treasurer TJ Cusick walked the Board of Education through a draft FY27 budget on May 11, signaling continued pressure in food service, fuel, and utilities while reaffirming the district's plan to defer a new operating levy request until 2028.

First reading of the district's new AI policy, three property-tax updates from the treasurer, plus April 22 hail damage at two elementary schools and a slate of policy first readings.

Treasurer TJ Cusick gave the Worthington Board of Education three property-tax updates at the April 27 meeting.

The Worthington BoE had a first reading of Policy 7540.09 on artificial intelligence, with adoption required by July 1

First reading of the 2027-2028 school calendar, adoption of Amplify ELA curriculum adoption for grades 6-8, and the approval of new agreements with administrators and support staff.

CTO Jeff Collett briefed the Board of Education on Senate Bill 29 and House Bill 96, board voted unanimously to adopt a cybersecurity program. An AI policy must follow by July 21, 2026.

Cybersecurity mandates, student data privacy, new staff, and upcoming dates for families.

The board unanimously elected Amber Epling-Skinner as President and Stephanie Harless as Vice President, while also finalizing the district's meeting calendar for 2026

Worthington Schools presented a comprehensive overview of the diverse academic and career pathways available to high school students at the January 5 Board of Education meeting. The timing was intentional—the district is entering "scheduling season," when students begin selecting next year's clas...

Worthington Board of Education swears in members, elects new officers, and showcases diverse high school options including potential healthcare pre-apprenticeship

Jennifer Best honored for 24 years of service, WEF awards $25k in grants, and updates on the state voucher lawsuit

The WEF awarded funding to 13 innovative projects across 10 Worthington schools, supporting everything from outdoor learning spaces to mental health resources

Board members report on state advocacy efforts and community engagement; kindergarten cutoff and property tax changes on the horizon

Board members, administrators, and community members gathered to celebrate Jennifer Best's lasting impact on Worthington Schools as she concludes her service

Worthington board members share updates from state education conference and local parent group meetings

The district's new 10-lane natatorium is now operational, and students at Thomas Worthington will gain access to the building's new core spaces including student commons and media center this week.

Construction milestones, state champions, and policy updates

The Board of Education conducted the first reading of updates to non-discrimination policies and transportation regulations, with second reading scheduled for November 24th.

Updates on rising demand at the Resource Pantry, the Library Trustee search, OSBA advocacy, and alumni network discussions.

Worthington's unique intergenerational program honors a quarter century of grandparent volunteers teaching character education in elementary classrooms

Worthington's universal no-cost all-day kindergarten program reports increased enrollment, deeper instruction, and strong teacher support after first months of operation

Circle of Grandparents' 25th anniversary, full-day kindergarten updates, and property tax legislation

Board members discuss multiple property tax bills working through the Ohio legislature and share updates from recent committee meetings and community engagement sessions

Worthington Schools Treasurer TJ Cusick presented the district's updated financial forecast, revealing stable finances through 2030 despite state funding reductions

First reading of policy updates includes refinements to the district's cell phone policy and alignment with new state laws

Financial forecast shows stability through 2030, new Vibe Check student program launches, and policy updates reviewed

The candidate forum for Worthington City Council at the McConnell Arts Center, hosted in partnership with the League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus

District adds three new Title I schools as economically disadvantaged student population reaches 34%, with $1.3 million in federal funding supporting intervention programs

Worthington Schools expands Title I support as economic need grows, plus updates on safety programs, finances, and district operations

Student feedback sessions overhaul, math curriculum returns to traditional pathway, and new natatorium nears opening

Worthington Schools will implement a new approach to gathering student input with consistent participants and increased frequency

School starts August 13th, health insurance costs rising, and new pool management agreement approved

Updates on state funding challenges, new teacher orientation, and district operations from the July 28, 2025 meeting

Worthington board members share insights from OSBA budget session on state funding challenges and potential legislative changes