Whether you are a new head of School or a seasoned veteran, most leaders rose through the ranks of teacher, department chair, office manager, division director, and assistant head of School. While excellent school visionaries and managers, many heads of schools lack experience in the School’s business side, which is all the more reason to have a well-written and regularly reviewed Finance Manual.

During October and November, the Head of School and the Business Manager, CFO, begin planning the Operational and Capital Budgets for the next school year.