Whole Board Governance Training - April 22, 2026

This was a governance training session held on April 22, 2026, for the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) board members and staff. The training focused extensively on school district financial management, including detailed discussions on revenue sources such as local property taxes, sales taxes, and state funding formulas like the Quality Basic Education (QBE) formula. The presenter explained the complexities of budgeting, fund balances, and the challenges districts face with state funding disparities and legislative changes, including Senate Bill 33. The session also covered the roles and responsibilities of the board, superintendent, and CFO in financial oversight and personnel decisions. Key procurement-related topics included the importance of maintaining adequate reserves for unexpected expenses, the impact of local option sales taxes (ELOST and SPLAST) on district funding, and the challenges in hiring qualified financial officers. The training emphasized transparency, accountability, and strategic financial planning to support educational goals. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the session provided critical context on budgeting and funding policies that influence future procurement and spending decisions within the school district.