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AASBO/OTTAWA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE should be on how to spend and not on what is available to
spend.”
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 Hernandez said: “It’s important that we take the time to develop

Barragan said she was able to have several conversations beyond just the scope of our immediate work as school business
with a colleague from a very large district on the other side of o cials. We have people who look to us for direction, for knowledge
town. “I don’t normally get a chance to speak with him, but and for empowerment – we need to know what it takes to do that. is
it was a unique opportunity to learn some things about how is a course that works well not just for AASBO members who are
other districts operate,” she said. relatively new to the school nance world, but even for those who
Keynote addresses at the conference were by Je omas of are more seasoned in experience. e changes happening in our
Ottawa University on “Ethical Leadership,” and Nic Clement of workplaces demand that we have the right skills to evolve quickly with
Northern Arizona University on “Leadership Styles.” those changes. is Institute can certainly help give everyone the right
In addition, Chuck Essigs, AASBO Director of Government types of tools.”
Relations; Renee Raskin, County Education Service Agency; This was the first AASBO/Ottawa University Leadership
Scott ompson, Mesa Public Schools; and Jill Barragan, Conference. Senior business managers and CFOs were encouraged to
Avondale Elementary School District, participated in a lively attend. Attendance was limited to 75. e cost was $300 and included
and informative panel discussion. e panelists emphasized all program materials, one-night hotel stay and food/beverage during
the importance of keeping the Governing Board and the the conference. e overall program was coordinated by Tina Hughes,
superintendent informed and keeping them from being Ottawa University Community Development Executive.
surprised. Hughes said she heard an abundance of positive feedback from
Essigs said, “ ey should be aware of problems and the attendees. “Each session provided clear and concise objectives to each
actions that are being taken or plan to be taken to solve member for immediate application in their roles and responsibilities
problems. Also, be sure to provide accurate and timely within school business o ces,” Hughes said. “Each session also
information about the budget. ere may be di erent opinions included key motivational points to inspire o cers to continue to learn
about how dollars are planned to be spent, but the district’s more and work ethically and continuously to improve the education of
revenue should be accurately calculated and any disagreements our state’s children.”

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