WASBO University: Foundations of School District Budgeting
Build a practical understanding of the foundational elements that shape district budgets including enrollment counting, revenue limit calculations, and examination of key funding streams—including property taxes, categorical aids, and equalization aids. On the expenditure side, the course highlights how to plan for personnel costs, wage and benefits strategies, and non-personnel expenses. Learners will also develop a working knowledge of fund balance versus cash flow, helping them see the bigger picture of school district financial health.
8 HOURS | FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CATEGORY, SCHOOL BUSINESS STANDARDS
Priority Standards: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 1.14, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3
Cost: $285 | Part of Fall 2026 Semester
Dates and Times: 1–3 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays from November 30 to December 9, 2026
Applies to these certifications:
Accounting in Wisconsin Schools
14 Courses • 126 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete
Wisconsin School Business Official
29 Courses • 230 Hours • 18-36 Months to Complete
Payroll in Wisconsin Schools
6 Courses • 60 Hours • 12-24 Months to Complete
School Business Office Professional
5 Courses • 36 Hours • Approximately 9 Months to Complete
To register, please click the registration link above to be taken to the UW-Green Bay registration page for this course. All courses must be paid in full at the time of registration with a credit card.