Open main menu Home About the District News FCPS Earns Meritorious Budget Award Posted November 19, 2021 For the second year in a row, the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) has awarded Frederick County Public Schools with the Meritorious Budget Award (for fiscal 2022). “We have been expanding our budget book for several years to meet the strenuous criteria of this award program,” says FCPS Chief Financial Officer Leslie Pellegrino. “I am so proud of Budget Officer Heather Clabaugh and her team for their efforts to reach this pinnacle, and I am equally proud to provide such a comprehensive document for our stakeholders. Achieving this recognition was one of the goals established in our Board of Education’s strategic plan.” To earn the award, school districts submit their application and budget documents to a panel of school financial professionals who review them for success in demonstrating they have met the necessary award requirements. The process also provides feedback that districts can use to improve their budget documents. “This is the district’s second year receiving the award and is a true reflection of your commitment to financial integrity,” ASBO Director Molly Barrie wrote in the announcement of the award. Districts that apply recognize the importance of presenting a quality, easy-to-understand budget internally and to the community, according to ASBO. The standards provide the important tools and resources districts need to communicate their goals and objectives clearly and illustrate their commitment to adhering to nationally recognized budget presentation standards. FCPS posts the Adopted Operating Budget, referred to as the budget book, online at www.fcps.org/about/publications. About the District Our Budget Fast Facts Award Programs Calendar Handbook Our Mission News Our Partnerships Career Opportunities Social Media FCPS Proud Publications Quick Links FCPS Health Hub Athletics Bus Status Information Bus Stop Information Calendar Career Opportunities Committment to Equity Enrolling A Student Find Your School Feeder Area FindOutFirst Email & Text Forms Home Instruction (Home Schooling) MCAP Testing Information Meals To Go Off the Cuff with Dr. Alban Office of the Ombuds Public Information Requests School Cash Online Schoology Strategic Plan Virtual Tutoring Volunteer Training and Registration This site provides information using PDF, visit this link to . Do Business with FCPS Business Partnerships Purchasing Solicitations & Awards Use of Facilities Staff Resources Curriculum Now Employee Benefits Teacher Access Center Staff e-mail login Frontline Absence Management Join Our Team Career Opportunities Becoming a Teacher Employee Newsletters Contact FCPS Central Office 191 South East Street Frederick, MD 21701 Driving Directions Main Number 301-644-5000 Hours 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday Watch FCPS TV Live on your computer Visit our Facebook page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Twitter page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our YouTube page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Instagram page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Flickr page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Indeed page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Pinterest page (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Newsfeed Visit and subscribe to our FindOutFirst messaging system (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Visit our Exposure stories (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Selecteer een taal▼ Frederick County Public Schools 191 South East Street Frederick, MD 21701 Copyright © 2021 Frederick County Public Schools Privacy Policy | Accessibility | Public Information Act | Non-Discrimination