Скачать или смотреть Maximizing Impact: Prioritizing investments for students' long-term success

In a time marked by declining enrollment, shifts in federal policy and rising costs, the board’s role as stewards of local education finance is more critical than ever. This webinar will offer insights on how to navigate funding uncertainty and prioritize investments with the greatest long-term benefits for students. Learn practical approaches to determining Academic Return on Investment (A-ROI) and explore potential questions to ask district staff to ensure thoughtful, strategic budgeting decisions. This webinar is specifically designed for board members interested in enhancing their strategic budgeting skills and scenario planning to better prepare for funding volatility. Join CSBA and WestEd to gain valuable insights on navigating these uncertain times and building resilient financial strategies that support local educational agency goals. Hear from Fresno Unified's board president about the board role and the district's explicit focus on student outcomes-focused governance.

Panelists:
Kelsey Krausen, Director, Education Finance and Systems Planning, WestEd
Patrick McClellan, Research Associate, Education Finance and Systems Planning, WestEd
Valerie Davis, Board President, Fresno USD

Moderator:
Mary Gardner Briggs, Senior Director, Research and Education Policy Development, CSBA