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Broward County Public Schools Receives Meritorious Budget Award
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is proud to be recognized by the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) for excellence in school budget presentation with the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for the 2021/22 budget year.
The BCPS Budget Office was awarded this honor for the preparation and issuance of the District’s 2021/22 operating budget. This prestigious award is conferred only on school districts that have met or exceeded the program’s stringent criteria, following a rigorous review by professional auditors.
“Broward County Public Schools is proud of this recognition providing an in-depth budget document that ensures our budget information is accessible and clearly reflects the academic and operational priorities essential for our schools,” said BCPS Interim Superintendent Dr. Vickie L. Cartwright. “It acknowledges our commitment to engage the community in discussions about funding necessary to best support our students and schools.”
The award represents a significant achievement in adhering to the principles and standards of ASBO International’s Meritorious Budget Award criteria and reflects a commitment to fiscal integrity and high-quality financial reporting.
“Districts that apply to the MBA or Pathway to the MBA programs recognize the importance of presenting a high-quality, easy-to-understand budget internally and to the community,” ASBO International Executive Director David J. Lewis explains. “By participating in the programs, not only do districts have access to the tools and resources they need to communicate the district’s goals and objectives clearly, they demonstrate their commitment to upholding nationally recognized budget presentation standards.”
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