The Austintown Board of Education meeting on May 29, 2024, highlighted significant developments in educational partnerships and staff contracts, alongside a heartfelt celebration of the recent graduating class.

A key focus of the meeting was the announcement of a new partnership with the Public Library of Youngstown Mahoning County and Austintown Township Park, which will feature a story trail at Pogany Pavilion. This initiative aims to promote early literacy among young children, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for the following day. Attendees can look forward to story time and refreshments, marking a community effort to enhance reading skills among the youngest learners.

In addition to community initiatives, the board approved several important contracts, including a three-year agreement for Rory Teiteman as the EVIS Coordinator and a five-year contract for Matt Boshin as the maintenance director. The board also ratified the Master Contract with the Austintown Education Association, ensuring continued collaboration with educators.

The meeting concluded with warm congratulations to the 2024 graduates, with board members expressing pride in the students' achievements and the efforts of the staff. The next meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2024, where further discussions on educational strategies and community engagement are anticipated.