HONORED — Talea Guntrum, a three-time state wrestling champion, received recognition from Bill Hendricks, president of the Steubenville Board of Education, during Wednesday’s meeting. -- Ross Gallabrese

STEUBENVILLE — The Steubenville Board of Education officially accepted the resignation of a teacher at the center of a viral video controversy while also honoring a three-time state wrestling champion during Wednesday’s meeting.

Scott Lane, an American history teacher, resigned after comments attributed to him during a classroom session circulated widely on social media, drawing both criticism and support.

About 15 students walked out of Steubenville High School last week as a protest in support of Lane. Several carried signs reading “Bring Back Mr. Lane, Justice for Scottie Lane,” “We love you, Mr. Lane. You don’t deserve this,” and “He told the truth. That’s why we are here.”

In the video, shared hundreds of times, Lane is heard criticizing President Donald Trump over a bombing of an elementary school in Iran and making additional comments regarding mentions of Trump in the FBI files on Jeffrey Epstein. The posts have generated mixed reactions online.

Talea Guntrum, who on Sunday won her third state wrestling title, was recognized for her efforts.

She became only the ninth female in state tournament history to win at least three state titles with a pin of United’s Auston Brown. She finished the season with a record of 45-0.

“This is a remarkable achievement that puts you in an elite class,” Superintendent Melinda Young said while honoring Guntrum, who wrestled at 135 pounds.

The junior will have a chance to join another special group — a state title in next year’s meet would make her only the sixth female to win four titles.

Young added that her accomplishments were extraordinary, and her legacy is being written in a way that will inspire future athletes.

“We celebrate your dedication and hard work,” Young said.

Guntrum also performs well in the classroom, Young added while pointing out her 4.1 grade-point average.

Board President Bill Hendricks thanked Guntrum for representing the school system.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, Guntrum read a statement asking the board to make sure that in future years, girls wrestling can have the same support and opportunities as other teams.

In other matters, the board:

• Approved the employment of Sarah Elliott, LPDC, and Amanda DeFelice and Maria Kamarados, substitutes; the resignations of Lesley Gulan, Farrah Marcino, Tommi Marcino and Shawn McClurg; Family Medical Leave requests from Lisa Biasi, Mario Constantini, Shay Greiner, Gabrielle Peterson, Beth Rosaschi and Rachel Tomon; and the retirement of Debra Straka.

• Approved a resolution authorizing Young and Lynnett Gorman to coordinate all federal and state programs and be authorized to sign applications for such programs;

• Approved membership in the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce;

• Approved a request for the 4-H to travel to Disney Aug. 8-12;

• Approved renewal of CompManagement Group Rating through Dec. 31;

• Approved a request from Wells Academy Imagineers to travel to Disney May 4-8, 2027;

• Approved a request from Wells Academy to host a summer camp June 15-19;

• Approved a service agreement for District Website and Finalsite;

• Approved a donation from the Big Red Bash to the Big Red Athletic Fund;

• Approved Ohio State School Board Association board policy editorial revisions;

• Approved a service agreement with Schindler Elevator;

• Approved contracts for the use of school facilities with Jefferson Kiwanis Youth Soccer, OVCC travel volleyball, SSA travel youth baseball; and SBA City Baseball Association; and

• Approved the disposal of two convection ovens.