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Financial Services

The Financial Services division provides for the effective, transparent and timely management of the district’s resources. 

Jeffco follows best practices, policies and procedures that provide responsible use of public funds. The primary Board of Education policies that relate to Financial Services’ work include EL-15 Budgeting, EL-16 Financial Administration and EL-17 Asset Protection.

Notice of Proposed School Budget

Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, will be submitted to the Board of Education of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1, Jefferson County, Colorado, on Friday, May 9, 2025, and filed in the Financial Services office suite at 1829 Denver West Drive, Building #27, Golden, Colorado 80401, where it will be available for public inspection during business hours or online on the Financial Transparency webpage.

The proposed budget will be considered for adoption at the June 12, 2025 regular meeting of the Board of Education in the 5th Floor Board Room at 1829 Denver West Drive, Building #27, Golden, Colorado 80401. Public comment is welcome at the Thursday, May 29, 2025 and Thursday, June 12, 2025 regular meetings.

Any person paying school taxes in Jefferson County Public Schools may at any time prior to the final adoption of the proposed budget file or register his/her objections thereto, through the office of the Chief Financial Officer.
 
BOARD OF EDUCATION
JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. R-1
By:  Michelle Applegate, Secretary

Financial Services Committees

Audit Oversight Committee

The Audit Committee was established by the Board of Education to fulfill the district’s responsibilities to carefully and responsibly manage money and assets per policy DIEA.

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Financial Advisory Committee (FAC)

The Financial Advisory Committee (FAC) was established in December 1999. The committee typically meets monthly to assist the Jeffco Board of Education in fulfilling its fiduciary advisory responsibilities per board policy GP-07.

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Services

Boundary Study

Jeffco’s 2023-24 boundary study seeks to better understand enrollment trends so the district operates as efficiently as possible and provides a high-quality education to all students.

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ESSER Funds

Federal stimulus relief funds called Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds have been allocated by Congress to state education agencies and local school districts to help with the unexpected expenses from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Financial Transparency

Jeffco provides a clear view of how tax dollars are spent and how the district operates. Use the searchable payment review database to track expenses and view salary schedules.

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Membership Projection Reports

The Jeffco Finance, Planning & Analysis department produces annual enrollment projections, an important tool used in district operations.

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Procurement

The Procurement Department ensures that the products and services needed to operate Jeffco schools and departments meet district standards and are purchased at the best value.

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Student Fees

The Financial Services team helps schools establish fair and transparent fees, consistent with state statute.

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Student-Based Budgeting

Jeffco Public Schools provides budgetary resources to schools through a hybrid approach that combines student-based funds with staff that are allocated and funded from department budgets.

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