Description
Book SynopsisMoney and Schools explains and demonstrates the relationship between money and equality of educational opportunity in a way that is clear, precise, and engaging. Grounded in research and best practices, this book provides a broad overview of school finance, budgeting, and resource allocation, an understanding of the underlying economic, social, legal, and political principles that drive how schools are funded, as well as a detailed examination of day-to-day funding operations. Rich pedagogical features include chapter drivers, point/counterpoint discussions, case studies, portfolio exercises, and web and recommended resources. This accessible and engaging book offers strong connections to real-world experiences and detailed information on preKâ12 funding history, concepts, and current operations for both aspiring and experienced education leaders in school budgeting, finance, and resource management courses.
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Table of Contents
Part I: Overview of Broad Concepts, 1. Schools, Values, and Money, 2. Funding Schools: A Policy Perspective, 3. Basic Funding Structures, Part II: Operationalizing School Money, 4. School Funds: Accountability, Performance and Professionalism, 5. Budget Planning, 6. Budgeting for Human Resources, 7. Budgeting for Instruction, 8. Budgeting for Student Activities, 9. Budgeting for School Infrastructure, 10. Budgeting for Transportation and Food Services, 11. Budgeting for Legal Liability and Risk Management, Part III: A View of the Future, 12. Trends and the Future of School Funding
