October 10, 2023
Managing Director Jim Grady Featured in eSchool News
District leaders: Act now to avoid financial disasters after COVID relief funding ends
Among all institutions impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, few faced challenges as profound and fast-moving as America’s public schools. But as many large organizations return to normal, school districts face a daunting challenge: key federal relief funds are set to expire next September.
To avoid financial catastrophes, A&M Managing Director Jim Grady discusses how districts can plan to identify and mitigate impending budget gaps and build strategies for long-term financial health in eSchool News.
Key Points:
- Careful budget diagnosis and prioritization is essential as districts near the ESSER expiration in 2024
- So many schools have unmet needs, and financial disasters would negatively impact those already-serious funding situations