Time is Running Out on 2023-2024 Budgets

The end of the fiscal year is quickly approaching for many schools which also means the start of a new budget on July 1st. The "use it or lose it" thinking is now kicking in for administrators as schools decide how to spend their remaining budget before the June 30th deadline passes.

Here are some ideas to get the most of your remaining funds.

Update School Furniture

By the end of the school year, some school furniture like desks and chairs have undoubtedly seen better days. Replace the broken and worn furniture and consider ordering a few extra of each style. When furniture needs to be replaced in the middle of the next school year, you will have matching replacements that require no shipping time.

Speaking of shipping, now is the best time to order classroom furniture to avoid backorders and long production times that can occur right before the new school year begins.

Consider Collaborative and Alternative Options

Are you wanting to change up your classroom for the new school year but also don't want to rock the boat with what is working well now? Use your remaining budget to invest in a few new collaborative furniture options and test how well they work in your classroom. Add several mobile desks, wiggle stools or soft seating pieces to your space and see how students respond.

Professional Development

Extra funds can also be used to provide additional professional development for teachers and staff. Make summer sessions fun and laid back; provide lunch and welcome feedback and ideas. Our folding training tables and folding chairs allow you to easily set up anywhere in or outside your school.

Update Technology

Technology is increasingly becoming an essential component in a typical school day. Does your classroom have the capability to store and charge all those devices? A charging tower provides power access for multiple students and their laptops, tablets, phones and more. We offer several types of charging products that are designed for use in schools.

A Token of Appreciation for Teachers

Leftover funds can be used to show teachers how much they are valued in your school. Consider gifting each teacher with a fun and functional item for their classroom like small school rugs or welcome mats, colorful storage bins, extra classroom supplies and other items teachers tend to use their own money to purchase.  

Give our sales team a call at (877) 839-3330 and we will gladly assist you as you work through your remaining budget. We look forward to hearing from you!