During that time, you get to know a lot about the Organization and the quality of its members. I have acquired new friendships, professional acquaintances and new respect for various members as I watched them come to the forefront on different issues. When I started in the profession, there were many school districts that still had Clerks, or Clerk Treasurers. These Clerk Treasurers in many cases, in smaller districts, took care of the bookkeeping and check writing over the weekend at home. Today, the fiscal responsibility for our schools rests on our shoulders.
Accountability abounds everywhere in our profession.
Ml at the Ohio Department of Education and a presence with the Auditor of State. No doubt, we have to keep growing as professionals if we intend to be a major player in the school environment. But that growth is occurring daily because of oui member participation in this Organization. I truly believe that our Organization has reached that point where our members can become involved and improve their professionalism. I have watched our Annual Workshop grow in number of attendees and number of service affiliates.