December 20, 2024

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FASBO's 2024 Oustanding Business Official

FASBO's 2024 Outstanding Business Official
Congratulations LaTresa Carlisle, Escambia County Schools

Congratuations Judi Southworth, Franca Courchene and LaTresa Carlisle

Judi Southworth, Auditor, Pinellas County Public Schools
Judi earned her Certified Florida School Business Specialist (CFSBS) certification this year.

Franca Courchene, Manager Auditing, Pinellas County Schools
Franca earned her Certified Florida School Business Official (CFSBO) certification this year.

LaTresa Carlisle, Specialist, Network Services, Escambia County Schools
LaTresa earned both the Certified Florida School Business Specialist (CFSBS) and Certified Florida
School Business Official (CFSBO) certification this year.

Congratulations to all of you!

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you and yours a wonderful festive season and much prosperity in the new year. From the FASBO family to yours, sending wishes of warmth, joy and peace this festive season. Our thanks to all of you for sticking with us. We couldn't have done it without you.

We want to thank you for your support this year and trust we will have a successful new year together.

Congratulations Dr. David Moore!

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, Fla. — The superintendent of the School District of Indian River County is receiving another high honor. Recently Dr. David Moore was selected as Florida's superintendent of the year. Now, he's getting national attention.
WPTV education reporter Christy Waite sat down with Moore to discuss the recent success of the school district.
Moore took the helm of the Indian River County school district in 2019. In his time at the helm, he has helped make the district one of the best in the state.

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Conference News

Mark Your Calendars!

Mark Your Calendars!

FASBO and FSFOA are joining forces again in 2025!

The conference will be held November 10-13, 2025 at the Embassy Suites in Kissimmee, FL.

Did you know with a FASBO scholarship you could attend the conference free? In partnership with Deep Blue Investments and Virco, FASBO can approve up to four nights at the hotel with a scholarship. FASBO is working hard to ensure the conference is beneficial for all members. If there is a topic you would like to see at our next conference, please reach out to the Board. Contact information is located on the website (fasbo.org)). We truly appreciate your support.

Upcoming Events

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Mar 2025

SASBO/LASBO Joint Conference & Discovery Forum

We are excited to extend an invitation to you for our upcoming SASBO-LASBO Joint Conference and Discovery Forum, which will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, a city rich in history longing to be discovered by our SASBO states.
Full Conference Registration Fee -
$350 until February 10 for Early Bird Pricing
$400 from February 11 to March 10
$450 after March 10

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Industry News & Trends

Florida to Spend Up to $15 Million to Ensure Compliance With DeSantis Laws

In an effort to comply with some of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' recently passed K-12 education laws, the state will spend millions of dollars to pay an education technology company to review instructional materials and books in its school districts. (Tallahassee Democrat)

Three K-12 Staffing Lessons Learned in 2024

Schools continue to navigate persistent workforce challenges including a shortage of special education teachers and gaps in diversity. (K-12 DIVE)

What Happens if the U.S. Department of Education is Abolished?

With a new incoming administraction, the idea of having the U.S. Department of Education dissolved is gaining renewed attention. This proposal, championed by President-elect Donald Trump and supported by some Republican legislators, has reignited a debate about the role of federal oversight in education. (CEO TODAY)

2024: The Year in Review for Education

From school administrators still dealing with the fallout from the pandemic to declining enrollment and the end of federal relief funds, here is a look back at some of the most memorable stories in education during 2024. (The 74)

Oklahoma Education Department Proposal Would Track Immigration Status Upon Enrollment

A new Oklahoma State Department of Education proposal would allow schools to ask the parents or legal guardians to provide proof of their own citizenship upon enrolloment. (NPR)