What steps does WCPSS take to manage resources in an efficient and effective manner?
WCPSS financial management has been confirmed by numerous audits and studies by independent citizen groups. WCPSS continually seek ways to make the best use of every dollar spent. WCPSS uses a purchasing card throughout the system to decrease the time between order and delivery by teachers and other staff, as well as to reduce purchase orders and accounts payable transactions. WCPSS uses a system wide e-mail system to reduce paper transactions and improve timeliness of communication. WCPSS has eliminated option pay and required direct deposit for employee pay. This reduced cost, saved processing time, and significantly reduced salary audit exceptions from NCDPI. The chief business officer, finance officer, and senior director of budget meet with each division and the principals quarterly to review financial issues, spending and collection patterns, and to discuss risks. A $1.0 million reduction remains in the base budget to be recouped from a 60-day freeze of all central services vacan
