St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized for excellence in budget presentation with the Meritorious Budget Award (MBA) for fiscal year 2023–2024 from the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International. This recognition emphasizes the district’s commitment to developing a clear and transparent budget presentation.
The Meritorious Budget Award acknowledges St. Vrain’s dedication to crafting budget documents that are both comprehensive and easily understood by all stakeholders. The selection process involved a thorough evaluation by a panel of experienced school financial professionals against the MBA criteria checklist.
Jim Rowan, CAE, SFO, the Executive Director of ASBO International, emphasized the importance of transparent budgeting, stating, “Presenting a budget that is both accessible and accurate is crucial for school districts to clearly communicate and build trust with their communities.” He commended St. Vrain Valley Schools for its commitment to upholding nationally recognized budget presentation standards.
This achievement reflects the outstanding efforts of St. Vrain’s finance team, who worked diligently to align the budget document with ASBO International’s criteria. Tony Whiteley, Executive Director of Budget and Finance at St. Vrain Valley Schools, expressed his gratitude, saying, “We are proud to have earned this award, which is recognition of the hard work of our budget team and other district leaders. Their thoughtful collaboration in preparing a comprehensive, clear, and student-centered budget ensures that our allocation of resources continues to be in alignment with the district’s mission and strategic priorities. This award reinforces our commitment to transparency and accountability to our community, as well as our adherence to the high standards outlined by the award criteria.”
The Meritorious Budget Award recognition upholds the district’s steadfast commitment to maintaining strong fiscal responsibility as a fundamental pillar for enhancing educational outcomes for all students.
For more information about the Meritorious Budget Award program, please visit ASBO International’s official website.