School Funds Disbursement
Introduction
In order to develop a better job with school finances the administrator had to dedicate time, and consider many factors not just the monetary aspect, but also, an administrator has to have are where to allocate the funds, the amount available, and resources provided. Also, the importance that the financial system sees public education as an important source for the future of the children and their investments are guide tours the education (Rose, 2013). Finances at schools allows them to obtain programs to enhance the education and encourage to keep a good attendance. All schools and districts need to be somewhat strong financially in order to provide students with a higher quality education as well the technology advantages.
In order to disburse school district funds are factors to take in consideration as allot money for between administration, head of the departments, teachers or faculty and support staff salaries, coaches, bus drivers and school security to mention some. When the funds are distributed among the district, it is time to allocate funds for students (Rose, 2013). Some of those funds are disburse for school meals for a low income students, other areas where funds extra-curricular or after school activities that in some states are require in order to receive funds (Frank & Education Resource, 2012). Some districts, also chose to allocate funds base on student’s daily school attendance; these are call average daily attendance (ADA) and average daily membership (ADM). These terms are really important as administrator to understand and take in consideration, as well as how to apply them for school budget.
ADA or ADM Consideration
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...hile it is important that the administrator monitor the amount of money spent and the amount of money to be spent, he/she is not responsible for the overall account of the budget. Most schools employ a secretary to handle the accounting duties. This person writes the checks, makes deposits, and balances the general ledger. They are also responsible for providing paperwork when audited.
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I learned a few things about my school and myself in regards to this area of leadership by participating in this activity. I learned that my school asks for very little participation from the teachers and community in regards to the budgeting process. But it could be an excellent venue to review prior year accomplishments as well as decide on future objectives with these stakeholders. If I were an administrator, involving the community and faculty would not only help in maintaining awareness, but I could also use this as a way to help those who may not be directly vested in my school, but who are helping fund it through their taxes, recognize effective administration in our efforts to reduce costs and provide needed resources to the various programs. I also feel that budget decisions cannot be solely programmatic or solely monetary. There needs