Congratulations on the passing of your referendum! Managing a large referendum project(s) may seem overwhelming, especially if this is the district’s first experience. Your financial advisor, bond counsel, and investment partners are valuable resources who will walk you through each step of the process to ensure your project’s success.
“Where do I begin?” is the most common question once a referendum passes. Ampersand has created the following quick start guide to assist the district with developing a plan for managing your bond proceeds that not only aims to keep your cash safe, but also optimizes your liquidity while minimizing both costs and management time.
Carpets have proven to be an essential part of any school classroom. With providing a soft surface for children and dampening sounds from the classroom, carpets are a worthy investment for any school. How do we extend their lifespan so you can keep the carpets looking clean and pristine for years to come? This article will give you ideas to get the most use out of your school carpets
Athletics at schools happen year-round and having a great field and sports complex that your athletes will love is important. A fresh new look to your school’s sports complex can bring new energy and pride to your sports teams. There are many options to choose from, including football, baseball, softball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, track, weight room, and fitness. Our Vendor Partners can help you revamp the look and feel of your school’s athletics.
Community banking is truly the foundation of many towns and cities across America. These banks are often the first place people go to get a mortgage, start a business, or simply open their first bank account. Healthy community banks mean a healthy local economy – a place where businesses and families can thrive.
However, community banks are facing more challenges than ever before. They must grapple with keeping deposits coming in, keep up with the host of new fintech on the market, compete with larger banks that can offer more products or better rates, and manage the ever-present issue of ongoing regulatory compliance.
It is in the best interest of everyone that community banks not just survive, but thrive. Corporate, nonprofit, and high-net-worth depositors can meet both ESG and financial goals by supporting community banks through a comprehensive deposit management strategy.
With rising costs and a scarcity of time, you need to make the most of every conference opportunity. The people you meet, the businesses you connect with, and the memories you make can give you the means to revitalize your career and perspective on your day-to-day experiences. Whenever it’s conference season, keep these thoughts in mind to make your time out of the office worth it:
When adding an expensive piece of technology, such as an electronic scoreboard, it can be intimidating to figure out how to fund it and execute the plan. With Daktronics, Superior High School was able to make their plans a reality and create more opportunities for sponsorships and learning experiences for students!
As students return to school this fall, it's crucial to address the growing mental health challenges they face. With the ongoing effects of the pandemic and how much time they spend online, students are facing more challenges than ever. September is Suicide Prevention Month, which is a perfect time to raise awareness and make sure students have the tools they need to stay mentally healthy.
Building crucial connections can help students fall in love with their school
There’s nothing better than a wave of excited students filling your classrooms and hallways at the beginning of a school year. But how can we maintain that sense of excitement through June — including the January doldrums and end-of-the-year chaos? By nurturing students’ sense of school pride and the feeling that they are part of a community they want to belong to.
Early childhood education is all about discovery and learning about the world and yourself. Providing multiple learning opportunities to young learners can help find what they enjoy, which could lead to careers and hobbies later in life. Today’s blog will identify ways to provide students with activities and tools to cover the 16 categories of the National Career Clusters Framework and cover career exploration in almost any field.
No matter what the school day may offer, there will always be a need to offer meals to keep students fed and ready to learn. Considering students will spend an average of 20 minutes in elementary and middle schools and 24 minutes for high school students in the cafeteria for lunch service each day, this will be a place everyone in your school will remember. Add on breakfast, study periods, and activities, and you have a space that you’ll want thoughtfully designed. If you’re looking for ideas, read this article to make your creative school cafeteria.
