The Midview Local School District board voted Sunday to pull Superintendent Dr. Frank Major from his day-to-day duties, keeping him on paid status while the district conducts an internal investigation. Board members framed the decision as a temporary pause meant to protect routine operations and give space for a full, fair review. District leaders have not disclosed what the investigation is about or how broad it may be.
Board letter to families
Board President Tom Tomasheski alerted Midview families in a letter stating that the board had approved a resolution relieving the superintendent “with pay as an investigation,” as reported by Morning Journal. The message did not spell out any details about the probe and promised that more information would be shared as soon as the board is able to release it. The notice followed a special board meeting held on Sunday.
District statement and operations
The district told a local television outlet that the board understands the weight of the move and is working out clear reporting and communication lines to keep school operations running smoothly, according to Cleveland19. That coverage notes that the board has not shared what triggered the action. District officials have repeated that updates will be provided when they are available.
Who is Dr. Frank Major
Dr. Frank Major was appointed Midview’s superintendent in April 2024 after previously serving as the district’s assistant superintendent. The district website states that he has overseen operations across schools and departments and brings more than 20 years of experience in Ohio education. His Midview biography highlights earlier positions in nearby districts and notes work on curriculum, budgeting, and grant initiatives, according to the district site.
Public records show prior litigation
Public federal court records show that a civil-rights complaint filed on Sept. 19, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio names Midview Local School District and Dr. Frank M. Major among the defendants and includes claims under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, according to a docket summary. That case filing is a public record and does not, on its own, indicate guilt or wrongdoing, and the district has not publicly connected that litigation to the board’s recent move. The docket is available through public court listings.
What Ohio law requires
Under Ohio law, school boards may suspend or move to terminate administrators’ contracts under provisions of the Ohio Revised Code. Those rules require written notice and give the employee the right to a hearing. State code sections that address suspension and termination, including 3319.16 and 3319.17, outline the procedures, timelines for hearings, and options for appeal.
Next steps for families and staff
The board has said it is working on setting clear reporting structures and communication plans to keep daily school activities on track, and did not name an interim superintendent in its initial communication. Dr. Major was unavailable for comment on Monday, and the board repeated that more information will be released when it can be shared, according to reporting by Morning Journal and Cleveland19. Families, staff, and community members with questions have been directed to contact the district office for updates.
