In this episode of School Business Insider, host John Brucato sits down with Howie Barber, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations at Old Rochester Regional and MA Supervisory Union #55 in Massachusetts, to walk through the essential steps school business officials should take before students return to class.

From finalizing capital projects and updating safety plans to managing last-minute staffing and food service readiness, Howie shares his detailed approach to a successful school opening. You'll hear real-world advice on:

Wrapping up summer construction
Bus routing and transportation logistics
Coordinating with food service vendors
Handling audit season
Updating emergency protocols
Getting tech systems and HR processes aligned

Whether you’re a seasoned SBO or stepping into the role for the first time, this is your startup checklist in podcast form.

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