Reaction to Superintendent's Comments Regarding School Budget

In drawing upon the weekly readings, TEA website, and the TABSO power point, I have come to the conclusion that developing the school budget can be a very tedious process. The school budget lays out the Board of Trustees and The Superintendent’s goals and vision for the district. You must begin very early in the budget process in order to meet deadlines. Even though development of the budget is the responsibility of   the School Superintendent, it is a collaborative effort with the Board of Trustees and all stakeholders in the district to do what is best for the students with the funds that are available.

I had the opportunity to ask our Superintendent of the Beaumont ISD about his role and responsibility in the budgeting process. Dr. Chargois stated that his role and responsibility was to ensure that the budget is aligned with board/district/campus and community goals. Are we getting the best bang for our buck? Basically, are we spending (assuredly and accountably) taxpayers dollars that increases student/teacher success.

His comments really have summed up what has been stated in the readings, lectures, and the power point presentation. The school budget process is a community effort. Everything and everyone must be on one accord. When something is out of alignment with the district goals, then mismanagement of funds can occur.