Now is the time to critically examine patterns of spending to ensure that the goals for student achievement are driving the budget process. GFOA's Smarter School Spending series provides resources focused on academic and finance collaboration to address baseline budget assessments, collaboration and communication between all stakeholders, a rigorous process of goal setting, a data-driven evaluation of instructional priorities, and a budget that communicates the financial steps necessary to implement and support the district’s strategic plan. Attend this session to learn more about GFOA's resources and learn from your peers how to put these tools into practice.