Sycamore Schools Board Meeting November 11, 2026

At its November 11, 2026 meeting, the Sycamore Community Schools Board discussed trademark protection and district policies. The superintendent reported that the district’s trademarks were approved by the Ohio Secretary of State and said the district will work to standardize logo and color use, authorize community vendors, and seek consistent practices for any royalties. The district plans to first contact unauthorized sellers; the superintendent said he does not want to spend significant funds pursuing them. The board also received a first reading of math-related policy updates required under Senate Bill 19, while other policy updates were deferred for a later, grouped review. No contract awards or competitive purchasing decisions were identified.

The board approved routine financial and consent items, including the October financial report, donations, personnel items, and then-and-now certificates. The treasurer explained that a $5,600 payment to Plattenburg and Associates related to a purchase order from fiscal year 2026, and that a confidential settlement agreement would also have payments beginning under a current purchase order. The financial report noted grant-related shifts between expenditure categories and a future update to the five-year forecast reflecting levy revenue. The meeting also included student achievement, staff and student recognition, and board committee updates.