2007-08 Adopted Plan - Wake County Public School System

Wake County Public School System Strategic Improvement Plan 2006-2009ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION (continued)Develop and implement systems andorganizational structures to supportschools, ensure accountability, andengage the communityStrategic Directive #3Goal:• Design a work system that is responsive, accountable, and collaborativewith all stakeholders and that is focused on improving studentachievement.Division/Department Goal(s):3.1 Compare budget to actual fi nancial projections of school systemstatus throughout the fi scal year via quarterly meetings with Chiefs,Area Superintendents, and Fiscal Administrators.IndicatorsCompare budget to actual.Desired OutcomesImproved resource utilization acrosssystem.Expand Fiscal Accountability Strategic Directive #44.2 Review and enhancement of internal controls.IndicatorsFraud prevention & detection reportingutilizationEvidence of review and action uponreview.Desired OutcomesImplementation of ACL Fraud Software.Use of internal audit reports to drive improvementsto internal controls.4.3 Set tone at the top regarding integrity, honesty, accuracy, and thestandard of ethical behavior expected in the WCPSS workplace.IndicatorsDesired OutcomesEvidence of communication to staff andstakeholders.Widespread staff awareness of systemexpectations and norms.4.4 Engage WCPSS stakeholders vis-a-vis improved budget/fi nancialinformation formats for the public.IndicatorsDesired OutcomesInvolvement of stakeholders in process ofdeveloping new fi nancial/budget reportingmaterials for presentation to generalpublic.Improved public awareness of WCPSSbudget and fi nancial data.Goal:• Effectively and effi ciently leverage human and fi nancial resources toimprove student learning and build trust within the broader community.Division/Department Goal(s):4.1 Improve knowledge and application by Budget Managers of policyand procedure.IndicatorsInternal Audit report fi ndings & GeneralFeedback.Desired OutcomesEnhancements to Budget Manager training& certifi cation process including additionof an ethics component.37FY 2007-08 Plan for Student Success