Budgeting for Food and Transportation
General Instructions
Select an article relating to this topic to critique:
Budgeting for Food and Transportation
Share a brief summary of the article and then share a paragraph or two on how the
funding issue(s) relate to “ensuring that each student has equitable access to effective
teachers, learning opportunities, academic and social support, and/or other resources
necessary for success” and how to “know, comply with, and help the school community
understand laws, policies, and regulations so as to promote student success”. (ASIL
3.3, 9.3, and 9.8). Use the 3-2-1 format to complete the critique (3 things you learned, 2 things you will implement, and 1 thing in which you have a question or critique.
Sample Solution
The article, Budgeting for Food and Transportation, written by Susan Mitchell and published in the Journal of Educational Administration & Foundations addresses the importance of budgeting for food services and transportation to ensure student success. The authors state that these two distinct areas of school funding are essential across all educational levels from elementary through secondary. Without proper budgeting for both food services and transportation programs,
students may become malnourished or unable to access important resources. Furthermore, it is up to school administrators to understand the laws related to such funding in order to comply with regulations and promote student success.
In relation to “ensuring that each student has equitable access to effective teachers, learning opportunities, academic and social support” (ASIL 3.3), this article highlights the need for adequate funding in food service and transportation programs so that students have access not only to meals which will promote health but also safe travel when it comes time for field trips or other extracurricular activities away from campus. Additionally, with regard “to help the school community understand laws, policies, and regulations so as to promote student success” (ASIL 9.3 & 9.8), it is clear that allocating financial resources appropriately is paramount in helping administrators remain compliant while ensuring their students are provided with necessary tools for a successful educational experience; one free from hunger or danger on their journey home or elsewhere off-campus within their community
From this critique I learned: 1) Funding Food Services & Transportation Programs are essential elements in providing equity among students; 2) It is up to School Administrators understand laws related in order ensure compliance; 3) Allocation of Financial Resources Appropriately leads allows schools community comply while promoting student success
Two things I will implement: 1) Research into relevant local ordinances regarding food service/transportation program budgets prior any changes being made; 2) Incorporate specific language into our school district policy regarding equal access amongst all students when it comes Food Service/Transportation Program Budgets
One thing I have a question about: Is there an accepted best practice method when it comes determining amount allocated within the Food Service/Transportation Program Budget?