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Perrysburg board approves suspension of 26 teaching contracts amid $6 million reduction plan
Summary
The Perrysburg Exempted Village Board of Education voted unanimously March 17 to suspend 26 certified teaching contracts as part of a previously announced $6 million reduction plan tied to a failed levy and anticipated budget shortfall.
The Perrysburg Exempted Village Board of Education voted unanimously March 17 to approve a resolution suspending 26 teaching contracts as part of a previously presented $6 million reduction plan for the 2025–26 school year.
The action, listed on the agenda as item 17.2, follows a series of budget updates the district presented to the community since October 2024 after voters rejected a funding proposal. Superintendent Mr. Hosler told the board the district’s October blueprint and subsequent updates led to the staffing list now before the board.
“We presented a blueprint of what would happen if the voters were to reject this proposal,” Mr. Hosler said during the meeting. He reiterated that the district still faces a $6,000,000 gap for next year and described efforts to limit classroom impacts where possible.
Board members said the decision was difficult. Board member Mr. Christie (commenting during earlier meetings) described the people affected as “very, very good people,” and several board members acknowledged the emotional toll of the cuts on employees and students.
District officials said the reductions reflect a multi-step process that included retirements, resignations, redistricting and targeted decisions to preserve student-facing programs where feasible. Mr. Hosler and Treasurer Mr. Drewer described a partial reinvestment of savings from redistricting — about $426,000, or roughly 7% of the total reductions — back into activities and student experiences, while listing other permanent cuts that remain.
The board approved the resolution by roll call vote with all members present voting yes. The administration said certified staff contracts and timelines for posting names and recommendations follow statutory and contract requirements for licensed employees.
The board and administration also reminded the public that the district is continuing planning and outreach ahead of potential future ballot measures; the superintendent said the district aims for stability and remains open to returning to voters for funding in the future.
Ending: The suspension of 26 certified contracts will be carried out according to the district’s timeline for licensed staff; the board indicated additional meetings and public engagement events will continue as the district finalizes staffing and school assignments for 2025–26.
