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Welcome to the January
issue of the MSBO Newsletter.
In this Issue
In Other News
MSBO News
About MSBO
MSBO Events
MSBO Board
Jeff Crouse President
Darcie Birkett Immediate Past President
Angie McArthur President Elect
David Martell Executive Director
(ex officio)
Steve Ezikian
Wayne RESA
J. Thomas Goodwin
Grand Ledge Public Schools
Tamera Powers
Kenowa Hills Public Schools
Mary Reynolds
Farmington Public Schools
Daniel Romzek
Rochester Community Schools
Cheryl Wald
Howell Public Schools
Brenda Voutyras Associate Member Representative
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Communicating the Budget
 By: Jeff P. Crouse, MSBO President, CFO, Chief Financial Officer, Charlevoix-Emmet ISD
With the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, the State of the State address and the MSBO Financial Strategies Conference behind us, it can only mean one thing… the “official” budget season is here. While many of us have been working on budgets for months or even year round, now is the time the conversation about the budget begins to take place inside your district and in the public. Read more.
Bringing in the New
 By: Tamera Powers, CFO, Board Member, Director of Finance, Kenowa Hills Public Schools
The K-12 environment has experienced many new changes, not only in Michigan but also throughout the U.S. Across the country there is a great concern that our children are not educationally prepared for their future. As data demonstrates the number of children who are not academically proficient, it is hard for anyone to debate the need for change. Read more.
MSBO Update
 MSBO Executive Director David Martell and Associate Executive Director Scott Little discuss MSBO
’s Facilities Benchmarking Survey and provide highlights on findings. Results of the survey can be found on MSBO’s website. Watch the video.
Take Advantage of MSBO’s Annual Conference Early Bird Registration
 If you register and pay for the 2012 MSBO Annual Conference & Exhibit Show by Wednesday, February 1, 2012, you will receive Early Bird discounted rates and be entered for great prizes. This year's Conference will be held at Cobo Center in Detroit. Read more.
Innovative Delivery of Non-Instructional Services Workshop Collaboration • Consolidation • Contracting • Concessions
 It’s hard not to consider the four “Cs” these days. Even though it sounds like a good idea, is it always beneficial? Learn from a variety of legal and labor experts, as well as your peers’ experiences in breakout sessions focused on business office, food and nutritional services, custodial/maintenance and transportation services in a collaborative, interactive setting. Read more.
MSBO Bus Purchasing Program Phase I Ends January 31, 2012
 Phase one of this year’s MSBO Bus Purchasing Program will conclude on January 31, 2012. But don’t despair; starting this year MSBO
is bidding the program twice each year with the next phase due to open for purchasing April 2 and continuing through July 31. This strategy will hopefully better suit districts’ circumstances and provide more accessibility to the program whenever a purchase decision is made.
Read more.
MSBO Scholarships Help You Pursue Your Education Goals
 MSBO offers two $1,500 scholarships, which encourage and recognize individuals currently employed in school business who are improving their technical skills and competencies by pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree. Read more.
New Year's Safety Checklist
 As you return to school after a well-deserved holiday break, January is an ideal time for your custodial staff to review the following safety items. This checklist can help ensure that you're well prepared for the second half of the school year. Read more.
ASBO Recognizes Michigan School Districts
 In these economically challenging times, school districts need to demonstrate that their district is effectively and prudently managing funds. Since 1971, ASBO's Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting (COE) Program recognizes school systems for excellence in the preparation and issuance of their Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR). See which districts were recognized.
Read more.
Celebrate Success! Deadline for MSBO Awards and Scholarships is January 31
 The deadline is approaching for a number of MSBO awards. This is your opportunity to recognize the extraordinary contribution of members to their school district community and to MSBO. Nominate someone today or nominate an exceptional program in your school district. Read more.
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