Financial Responsibility: Your money – spent wisely.
RCS has substantial resources. The question isn’t simply how much we’re spending—it’s where
the money is going and what we’re getting in return.
An increasing budget doesn’t necessarily help students if money isn’t being spent on them.
Money spent on administration, consultants, legal expenses, contracts, or programs is money
not spent on educators and students.
We want budgeting decisions to start with a simple question:
How does this help students and classrooms?
That doesn’t mean every dollar has to be spent inside a classroom. Transportation, facilities,
technology, administration, and other services are necessary to operate a school district.
Trustees must prioritize district spending so it improves student outcomes.
That means:
● No more asking taxpayers for additional money without first explaining exactly how it will
be spent.
● Prioritizing teachers, classrooms, and student needs.
● Asking whether programs and major purchases are producing results.
● Reviewing administrative and non-classroom spending carefully.
● Making sure financial controls are followed.
● Giving the public clear information about where its money is going.