Marysville Board of Education Addresses Transportation Concerns Ahead of School Year

The Marysville Exempted Village School Board meeting on July 17, 2025, highlighted pressing concerns regarding student transportation and enrollment figures as the new school year approaches.

During the public participation segment, resident Nora Garris raised a critical issue about the district's transportation policy. She expressed frustration over the delayed review of alternate address forms, which will not be processed until four weeks into the school year. Garris emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “School is starting soon, and I have a plan in place for my kids. But if it's not gonna be reviewed until 4 weeks into the school year, then there's a gap there.” The board acknowledged her concerns and committed to looking into the matter.

In the superintendent's report, officials provided updates on kindergarten registration, revealing a current enrollment of approximately 373 students, down from 400 at the same time last year. However, overall enrollment numbers for grades 1 through 12 are expected to rise as families finalize their plans for the upcoming school year. The superintendent urged families to enroll their children as soon as possible to avoid delays, stating, “Don’t wait till August... the enrollment teams have been doing a great job.”

The meeting underscored the importance of timely communication and planning as the district prepares for the new academic year, with officials promising to address the transportation concerns raised by parents.