The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District Board of Education voted May 29 to approve renewal of a supplemental pupil‑activity contract held by a member of the Stow Teachers Association following discussion of emails and student feedback that raised concerns about the welfare of student‑athletes.

Superintendent recommendation: The superintendent presented the recommendation to approve the supplemental contract for a Stow Teachers Association member as listed on the agenda. Board members discussed multiple emails and direct feedback from students and parents alleging inconsistent rule enforcement, perceived bias in tryouts and lettering, and concerns about how staff had responded to complaints.

Why it matters: Board members said ensuring student safety and clear communication between families and the athletic department is a priority. Several trustees urged documented improvement plans and better record keeping so that supervisory steps and follow‑up are visible if problems are raised again.

Discussion and staff response: Board members asked whether complaints had been investigated and how corrective steps would be documented. District leaders said the athletic director and human resources had investigated, and that some meetings and documentation existed though not all pieces had consistently been placed in personnel files. The board discussed that, when issues are raised about a teacher who also holds a supplemental coaching position, the athletic director and HR would typically handle investigations and, where appropriate, use evaluation and improvement plans before recommending nonrenewal.

Vote and next steps: After discussion the board took a roll call vote and approved the superintendent’s recommendation to renew the supplemental contract (roll call: Jenkins Aye; Marletti Aye; Sheehan Aye; Sudhanick Aye; Wind Aye). Board members directed staff to develop clearer communication protocols for handling complaints about extracurricular staff and to ensure that any improvement plans and supervisory steps are documented and available to inform year‑end evaluations.

The district did not announce any disciplinary action at the meeting; the board said HR and the athletic director would continue to investigate and to follow the district’s evaluation and personnel procedures.