Charter Schools Development Center (CSDC) 2025 Conference Charter Schools Development Center (CSDC) 2025 Conference

Program

Finance Academy: A Board Member’s Guide to Stewardship and Success


Understanding and protecting public funds is one of the most important responsibilities of a charter school board member.

This session will equip leaders with the essential knowledge about how charter schools are funded, the connection between budgeting and academic goals, and the role board members play in ensuring financial stability. Participants will gain practical insights into the financial systems that support long-term academic and operational success, empowering them to make informed decisions that benefit their school and students.

Presented by


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Debbie Howard

Director of School Finance
Delta Managed Solutions, Inc.

Debbie Howard is the Finance Director and Finance Department Head at Delta Managed Solutions. She has over four years of accounting finance experience for charter schools and over 14 years of CFO and accounting experience for non-profit and tribal organizations.


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Joanne Fountain

CEO
Delta Managed Solutions, Inc.

Ms. Fountain, CEO of Delta Managed Solutions, Inc., is a former charter school Executive Director with 8 years of experience from a Montessori Charter School and previous educator with over 20 years of experience in California and Nevada. She provides the first-hand knowledge necessary to successfully bridge the gap between finance and education as she leads the DMS team to fully serve all clients.


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Registration for the 2025 CSDC Conference is open now! We look forward to seeing you in Palm Springs on October 6-8!