Describes preparations for seeking grant support, and shows how to survey private and government funding sources

This work on education finance covers current research and includes the historical and economic aspects of school finance. It includes updated charts and tables, discussion of recent court cases influencing state finance formulas, and clarifies topics such as lotteries, choice, vouchers, business/school partnerships, foundations, risk-management, impact fees and other relevant material. The study also covers the equity issue for the student as well as for the taxpayer. The assignment problems at the end of each chapter should be useful to both professors and students.

There are critical roles in the budget process for the Superintendent, Finance Officer, and internal and external stakeholders. The superintendent functions similar to a Chief Executive Officer; they are the main go-between for the board of directors and the district. Providing a vision for the school district as a whole is critical, as well as working to ensure community engagement provides a comprehensive 360-degree perspective – which in turn drives the budget process to ensure it reflects the community served.School budgets, regardless of geography, follow state procedures for both development and final approval. These perfunctory tasks include putting a budget on display for viewing – receipt of public comment and a vote. What this book seeks to provide are ideas for incorporating ongoing community discussion and dialogue on the budget process. This book additionally provides insight and information unto the budget process that drives all school decisions.

This work on education finance covers current research and includes the historical and economic aspects of school finance. It includes updated charts and tables, discussion of recent court cases influencing state finance formulas, and clarifies topics such as lotteries, choice, vouchers, business/school partnerships, foundations, risk-management, impact fees and other relevant material. The study also covers the equity issue for the student as well as for the taxpayer. The assignment problems at the end of each chapter should be useful to both professors and students.