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Who are school business officials?

School business officials are the finance professionals, traditionally behind the scenes, whose job it is to make sure that whatever resources are available for educating our students are used effectively and efficiently.

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Brenda Thomas-Martinez – Member Since 2002
What is ASBO International?

We are a professional and collaborative association dedicated to equipping our members with tools, resources, and services that promote the effective use of educational resources and best practices in school business management.

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Channa Byerly – Member Since 2015
Why join ASBO International?

ASBO International helps you become the leader your district needs by connecting you with a global network of school business leaders and putting the industry’s premier resources right at your fingertips.

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J. Stuart White – Member Since 1997

Announcements

2017 Emerging School Business Leaders Scholarship Recipients Announced

July 17, 2017

18 individuals who have shown exceptional dedication to the profession within their first 5 years of experience were awarded $2,000 to attend the 2017 Annual Meeting & Expo, Sept. 22–25 in Denver, CO.

Congratulations to the Recipients of the 2016-2017 Meritorious Budget Award (MBA)!

July 10, 2017

Want to put your school system on the award recipient list for budget year 2017–2018? Apply for the MBA or Pathway to the MBA today!

Congratulations to the 2017 Pinnacle Award Winners

June 28, 2017

They successfully implemented innovative ideas to better their school systems—view them here and get inspiration for your schools!

Events & Deadlines

2017 Annual Meeting & Expo

Friday, September 22 - Monday, September 25, 2017

2018 Executive Leadership Forum

Thursday, February 8 - Saturday, February 10, 2018

2018 Eagle Institute

Feature

Putting Technology to Work in the Classroom and Beyond

By embracing technology, this district raised student achievement and lowered costs. Read more in this sample article from our March SBA.

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Multi-Year Strategic Finance Plan

The traditional annual budget cycle often makes it difficult for school districts to make data-driven financial decisions that support instructional priorities. A multi-year process piloted by districts across the country offers a model for more strategic—and student-focused—decision making.

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ASBO Buyer's Guide

Use this digital guide to save time on buying. With dozens of school district products and services covering a broad range of areas—technology, facilities, furniture, nutrition, and more—the ASBO Buyer’s Guide is your trusted source for purchasing with confidence.

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Test Your School Business Knowledge: SFO Sample Exam Question

What conditions would trigger the liquidated damages clause in a contract?

A. The vendor files for bankruptcy
B. The vendor does not perform in the time required
C. A bonding company takes over the project from the vendor
D. The vendor files suit against the school district

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