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There's still time to determine allocation of your ESSER III Funding. Benchmark Education offers high-quality, research-based programs that align to ESSER fund use and fully support your district’s efforts to accelerate student learning! Explore our guide→ https://hubs.ly/Q02vJWSQ0 #esser #esserfunds #schoolfinance #educationfunding #classroomtechnology

Is your school school system prepared to thrive without ESSER funds? With ESSER funding coming to an end, maintaining essential programs and support staff is more challenging than ever. Explore innovative alternative funding strategies that K-12 administrators are considering 💰 and check out our latest blog post for in-depth insights and actionable solutions: https://lnkd.in/epM7sEAF #edtech #innovativesolutions #scribblessoftware

🌟 Join us on August 22nd at 11 AM EST for an insightful roundtable: Conclusion of Esser Funding: How to Stay Compliant on a Limited Budget💡 With the end of ESSER funding on the horizon, school districts face significant challenges. This discussion, "Navigating the Transition," will bring together education leaders to explore strategic solutions for maintaining compliance amid budget constraints. 📌 Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experts and prepare your district for the road ahead. 📅 Date: August 22, 2024 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM EST 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dTyNkW-r 📢 Join the conversation and stay ahead! #Compliance #Education #ESSER #Funding #Roundtable #Budgeting #Effectiff

*NJ IS AT RISK OF SENDING $5M OF ARP FUNDS BACK TO THE US DEPT. OF EDUCATION* SCHOOL DISTRICTS TAKE ACTION: To Encumber ESSER FUNDS & Invest in Programming & Activities! 5 Things to use the ESSER III Set Aside for: 1. Experiential Learning: Plan Summer Field Trips, Purchase Tickets and Pay for Transportation. 2. Expand availability through increased program slots; increasing weeks, days, and hours of programs; expanding services in areas that lack programs. 3. Creates jobs for high school youth and college-aged students, helping them to explore career opportunities or acquire work experience. 4. Funds can be used to expand or launch new summer programs. 5. Partner with NJSACC to for Technical Assistance, Coaching and Professional Development LEAD EDUCATION AGENCIES HAVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 TO OBLIGATE THE ESSER III (ARP ESSER) FUNDS ALLOCATED BY THE STATE.

Is it possible you’ve been putting this off because it feels like one more burden to handle? No matter what, September 30 is near. 🎯 Let’s Face the Real Issue: Maybe you’ve been putting off spending your ARP-HCY funds because it feels like just one more burden to manage. We understand. Here’s the Solution: 💡 School Solutions 360 takes the stress out of the process with easy-to-order solutions and expert guidance, so it no longer feels like a burden. 👉 Visit the link in our comments or DM us the word "𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣" to get the support you need before the deadline hits. #MathEducation #SchoolPrincipals #Superintendents #StudentSuccess #EdTechSolutions #SchoolBoardMembers #ClassroomTools #DistrictSupport #EducationSolutions #LearningOutcomes

403(b) Plan Governance is growing in importance at public school districts and amongst 403(b) industry supporters. PlanScope360 is thrilled to share our first Better(b) Newsletter, covering some general concepts of Governance as related to Non-ERISA public school district 403(b) plans. In future issues, we'll dive deeper into the reasons why the time has come for 403(b) Plan Governance. #403b #publicschools

Wonderful insight from Al Otto, AIFA®, BCF™ into how school districts can use their supplemental retirement plan to make significant improvements in the financial wellness of their employees. I don't think many realize there are ways to use a 403(b) or 457 to recruit and retain talent, a huge challenge in today's competitive environment.

Act now—there are only six weeks left to submit your applications for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) III funds! These essential funds, totaling around $190 billion, began flowing to states, districts, and charter schools in 2020. Remember, states and districts have until September 30, 2024, to utilize or allocate these finances. ESSER III funds can support an extensive array of initiatives authorized under federal well-rounded education programs, including those outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act. This funding can go towards various purposes, such as training and professional development, enhancing educational technology, acquiring necessary supplies, upgrading facilities, and expanding after school or summer learning programs. And here’s an exciting bonus—the funds can also be utilized for parent-teacher communication tools like Bloomz! Don’t wait; take advantage of this opportunity today! Visit our Contact Us page to schedule a product demo to learn how Bloomz can transform your school or district: https://bit.ly/3X8VwuF #ESSER #edtech #education

Navigating the landscape of retirement planning for educators is crucial, and in this piece, Al Otto, AIFA®, BCF™ sheds light on effective governance strategies.

Plan Governance is a front and center issue these days, especially with the big changes brought about with Secure Act 2.0. The vast majority of K12 administrators not only have no idea what these features are, but their product vendors and most TPAs are not talking about them either. Old fashioned plan consulting is simply non-existent in K12.