Governing Board Fiscal Training
The objective of this session is to provide new board members with a general overview of charter school finance, to clarify the role of the board and school administration, and to focus on best practices for fiscal operations and authorizer oversight.
Presented by
Kimberly Palmore
Director of Finance & Operations
Community School for Creative Educaton
Susan Lefkowitz
Regional School Business Director
CSMC
Regional School Business Director, Charter School Management Corporation: Since April 2013, Susan Lefkowitz has served as the Regional School Business Director for Charter School Management Corporation. In this role, she brings high-level strategic and technical expertise to school financial operations. Susan leads a dedicated team responsible for comprehensive financial planning, including revenue and expense projections, budget development, and cash flow management. Her team also ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and provides crucial support at the board level. With a focus on precision and strategic foresight, Susan has been instrumental in optimizing the financial health and operational efficiency of the schools under her purview.