Business, Finance & Operations

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NOTE: Required documents concerning budgets, contracts and other financial information are located on our District Financial Information page. 

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Overview

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District 401's Business Office is responsible for overseeing the District's finances, operations, and buildings and grounds.

Mr. James P. Jennings is District 401's Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations / Chief School Business Official (CSBO).

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Business & Finance

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The Business Office's financial responsibilities include the following:

• Budget
• Accounts payable
• Student activities
• Registration of students
• Accounts payable
• Workers' compensation

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Operations

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The Business Office's responsibilities for operations include the following programs and services:

• Before & After School Extended Care (BASEC)
• Food Services / National School Lunch Program
• K-8 Summer Learning Academy
• Middle School & High School APEX Summer Learning Academy
• Technology
• Transportation

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Buildings & Grounds

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The Business Office's responsibilities for buildings and grounds include the following:  

• All maintenance and cleaning
• Construction project management
• Fire protection and security
• Risk management
• Scheduling of fields and building use

Mr. Joseph Sierra is head of the Buildings & Grounds Department. A full listing of Buildings & Grounds personnel can be found in the following directories:

• Buildings & Grounds Staff | Listed by Name
• Buildings & Grounds Staff | Listed by Department

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For More Information

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To learn more about D401's business and financial operations, please visit the pages below.