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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT

BY JIM MIGLIORINO
New School Year, New Perspectives 30 YEARS OF

Jim Migliorino
Each new school year brings with it a sense of limits, it's a meaningful way to invest in the future. LUNCHTIME WINS
renewal – fresh beginnings, new goals, and I encourage you to consult with a tax professional
exciting opportunities. Whether it's a student's for guidance (more information is available at
very first day, a move to a new school, or the az529.gov).
launch of a new initiative, change is in the air.
I can certainly relate, as I begin this year in a If you're unsure who to support, my wife and I
new role and in a new place – as your AASBO invite you to join us in honoring the legacy of Mr. From supplies to
Executive Director. Brian Mee by contributing to the 529 accounts
of his granddaughters, Amor and Maezlyn. These school meals,
Amidst all this "newness," some things remain accounts are held at Fidelity Investments (PO Box
wonderfully consistent. One such constant is 770001 Cincinnati, OH 45277), and donations we’ve got your
the incredible success of the AASBO Summer can be made using the following details:
Conference. At our 72nd annual gathering, Routing Number: 101205681 district covered.
hundreds of members came together for valuable Account Number: 39900001603853466 (Amor)
professional development, networking, and even Account Number: 39900001603853457 (Maezlyn)
a bit of well-deserved fun.
As we embark on a new academic year, let's commit
I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone to making a difference – not necessarily through
who made this event possible – AASBO grand gestures, but through small, meaningful
President Ryan French, the dedicated Conference actions that build a better future. As our General
Committee, our insightful presentors, tireless Session Keynote Speaker, Mr. James Lawrence,
volunteers, the excellent staff at Starr Pass, and reminded us: We do these things because we can.
of course, the exceptional AASBO team. It was
especially meaningful to see so many family
members attending and engaging in the event.
This is particularly fitting, as this year marks only
the second time in AASBO's history that the son
of the former president – Mr. Ryan French, son of
Mr. Bill French – has been sworn in as President.

One insightful takeaway I had from the conference
is about the Arizona 529 Plan – contributions
to these educational savings accounts are tax- Mohave (928) 753-6945
deductable for Arizona income tax purposes. ASPIN (520) 888-9664
While there are eligibility requirements and mesc.org

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