Vermillion School Board elects Rachel Olsen as president and Carol Ward as vice president

The Vermillion School Board meeting held on July 14, 2025, focused on several key administrative matters, including the election of board officers and the approval of the conflict of interest disclosures for the upcoming school year.

The meeting began with a call for visitors to address the board, but no attendees chose to speak. Following this, the board approved the agenda and confirmed that there were no conflicts of interest among the members present. The consent agenda was then reviewed, which included the approval of minutes, resignations, new hires, open enrollments, and bills. Notable resignations included Morgan Fuller from the drama department and Dan Mart from middle school track, while several new hires were announced, including Mark Nevsky and Elizabeth Franken.

The board then transitioned to the organizational portion of the meeting, where they conducted the oath of office for newly elected members Jacob and Mark. Following the oath, Rachel was nominated and unanimously elected as the president of the school board, with Carol Ward elected as vice president.

The board members also addressed potential conflicts of interest for the 2025-2026 school year. Each member disclosed their affiliations and any potential benefits, with Jacob Skelton noting that his wife occasionally substitutes in the district, and Mike Phelan mentioning his bookstore's sales to the district. After reviewing these disclosures, the board approved the conflict of interest statements.

The meeting concluded with a series of administrative appointments and designations, including the appointment of Kevin Kosher as the business manager and various roles related to federal programs and student services. The board emphasized the importance of these appointments for the effective operation of the school district in the upcoming year.

Overall, the meeting was marked by a smooth transition into the new school year, with key leadership positions filled and necessary administrative actions taken to ensure the district's continued success.