A Picture of the District’s Expenses, by Category Supplies & Materials
By Emily Cundiff, Interim Treasurer
2% Other
5%
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Purchased Services
Personnel: Salaries, Wages, Benefits
Actual 2024-25 District Operating Expenses
9%
85%
Personnel: Salaries, Wages, Benefits
34,620,309
Purchased Services
3,846,147
Classroom Supplies and Materials
1,905,757
Building, Debt, and All Other Expenses
694,083 $41,066,298
85% Personnel As in most public schools, the majority of Bay Village Schools’ budget, 85%, is dedicated to salaries and benefits. This reflects our core mission: Education is a people-driven endeavor. Our teachers, support staff and administrators are the foundation of our learning community. Their expertise, care and commitment are what drive student success. This level of investment in personnel is consistent with districts across Ohio. 9% Purchased Services The second-largest budget category is Purchased Services, making up 9% of total expenditures. These are services the district does not or cannot provide in-house. This includes tuition for students attending West Shore CareerTechnical programs, offsite special education facilities and College Credit Plus courses. Also included are expenses for substitute teachers, legal and consulting services, maintenance contracts and specialized student services like physical therapy and occupational therapy. Utilities, internet and phone service, and staff training and travel are also accounted for here.
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In Summary When looking across all categories, more than 72% of the district’s spending is invested directly in students--a figure that exceeds the state average. This demonstrates the district’s strong commitment to classroom instruction, learning environments and student support services.
“I am honored to have served a district that so clearly prioritizes financial integrity, and this Auditor of State Award is a well-deserved recognition of the team's hard work prior to my arrival,” said Interim Treasurer Emily Cundiff. “It has been a privilege to support a finance department and leadership team so
deeply committed to transparency and the responsible stewardship of our community’s resources.” The Bay Village Schools Financial Team consists of: Emily Cundiff, Interim Treasurer; Judi Hansen, Accounts Payable & Health Benefits; Beth Gergye, Accounts Receivable & Payroll; and Susan Lapolla, Payroll. Note: This award also includes the work of former Treasurer Meghan Rohde, who left the district in January. Emily Cundiff served as Interim Treasurer during the transition, and Autumn Reed joined the district last month.
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A Report to the Community on the Business of Bay Village Schools
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A New Chapter in Finance: Getting to Know Treasurer Autumn Reed
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he Bay Village Board of Education recently announced a significant leadership update. Following a unanimous vote during the March 2, 2026 Special Board Meeting, Autumn Reed was named the next Treasurer for the Bay Village City School District.
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To help our community get to know our new financial leader better (she officially began her tenure on April 20), we sat down to discuss her background, her philosophy on school finance and what she looks forward to most in Bay Village. Q: Welcome to Bay Village! Can you tell us a bit about your professional journey leading up to this role? Autumn Reed: Thank you! I am thrilled to be joining such a respected district. I’ve spent the bulk of my career in school finance, most recently serving as the Treasurer for Avon Lake City Schools since 2012. I actually started there as the Assistant Treasurer for eight years before being promoted. Congratulations to Bay High School Seniors Devon Gerig and Keller Shea, who were asked to participate in the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) All State Band and Jazz Ensemble, respectively. Devon was one of only four tuba players in the state, and Keller Shea was one of only two tenor sax players. Sophomore Iris Hunt was asked to participate in the OMEA conference, singing in the AllState Choir. This annual conference took place in Columbus.
‘Anything Goes’ was a ‘De-Lovely’ Production Congratulations to the cast, crew, pit orchestra and directors for the spring musical Anything Goes. With more than 100 students involved, months of rehearsals and an incredible set, this "de-lovely" production wowed audiences during its four-day run. Theater-goers were especially impressed to see so many students tap dancing on stage, and they also enjoyed the cameo appearances by several well-known administrators.
Month of the Military Child Auditor of State Keith Faber announced that Bay Village City School District received the Auditor of State Award for its clean audit reports for the fiscal year ended 2025. Less than 10% of government entities in the state receive this award. Bay Village Schools has received the Ohio Auditor of State Award 11 of the last 12 years.
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5% Supplies and Materials Classroom resources, educational software, Chromebooks, instructional materials, and custodial and maintenance supplies fall under the Supplies and Materials category, which accounts for 5% of the budget. These are the tangible tools that support daily teaching, learning and operations. 2% Other This category includes facility maintenance and improvements, equipment purchases, auditor and banking fees, certain debt payments and transfers to the capital projects fund. This year, the district has continued its commitment to long-term building upkeep by setting aside funds for future capital improvements. These transfers are part of a responsible savings plan to avoid unexpected costs or disruptions in facility operations.
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Q: Board President Debbie Callihan mentioned your ability to translate "financial uncertainty" into "layperson’s terms." Why is that communication so important right now? Reed: Public school districts are currently navigating a very fluid financial landscape at both the local and state levels. Whether it's changes in state funding formulas or shifting economic forecasts, it can be overwhelming for residents.
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Q: School finance can be complex. What is your approach to managing a district’s "checkbook"? Reed: My career has been defined by two things: transparency and relationship-building. It isn’t just about balancing the numbers; it’s about making sure the community understands how and why those numbers work the way they do. I’ve been fortunate to receive awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Ohio Auditor of State and the Government Finance Officers Association, but the real reward is knowing the community trusts that their tax dollars are being managed with integrity. I want to bring that same commitment to transparency to Bay Village.
During April’s Month of the Military Child, the district recognized its 72 military-connected students and their 42 families. This month-long celebration honored these students and their families for the daily sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome. Activities included a Purple Up Day, social media posts, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance with militaryconnected families and dedicating the POW/MIA Honor Chair at Bay Memorial Stadium.
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My roots are in Nova, Ohio, where I began my career in the Finance Department of my hometown district, Mapleton Local. Since then, I’ve held roles as Assistant Treasurer for Avon Local and have stayed deeply involved in the state’s professional community, serving as President of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials’ (OASBO) Northeast Chapter.
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My goal is to monitor these trends and implement strategies that keep the district on solid footing. However, those strategies only work if our stakeholders understand them. I believe in taking the
Treasurer Autumn Reed and Superintendent Scot Prebles
complex jargon of school finance and making it accessible so that everyone--from parents to retirees--feels informed about the district’s health. Q: What drew you specifically to Bay Village City Schools? Reed: Bay Village has a reputation for excellence and a very tightknit, supportive community. I’ve seen the talent within the staff and the dedication of the families here. I’m eager to work alongside the Board, Superintenent Prebles and the administration to support the students. For me, the Treasurer’s office isn't just an administrative hub; it's a foundation that allows our teachers and students to thrive. Q: When you aren’t monitoring budgets and forecasting, how do you spend your time? Reed: I live in Avon Lake with my partner, Kevin, and my two sons who are in high school. Most of my down time is spent at the sidelines since my boys, Slade and Drake, are very active in football and lacrosse! We also have a very large extended family, so spending time with everyone and enjoying those family connections is a huge part of my life. Q: What can the community expect during this transition period? Reed: I officially started on April 20. I’m very grateful to Emily Cundiff, who did a wonderful job as Interim Treasurer. She has assisted through the transition to ensure everything remains seamless. And the Finance Team of Judi Hansen, Beth Gergye and Susan Lapolla is amazing. They are all rock stars, and I am so impressed with their knowledge and work ethic. I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running and meeting as many community members as possible this spring and summer!