During the regular work session, we provided reviewed the budget process and calendar.

 

 

Below are the key takeaways from the March 6, 2025 budget work session.

 

Roanoke County Public Schools follows a structured and transparent budget process each year to ensure that resources align with division priorities and student needs. The process is organized around four main phases of work: Planning, Adoption, Implementation, and Evaluation.

 

Planning - During this phase, the budget calendar is prepared and formally presented to the School Board. The calendar serves the roadmap for when the various components of the budget will be reviewed with the School Board and key stakeholders. Meetings are held with multiple stakeholder groups to provide information on the budget and obtain feedback. There are three main work sessions and one public hearing during this phase of the process.

 

Adoption - The final school budget is approved by the School Board and submitted to the Board of Supervisors of the County of Roanoke by April. During May, the Board of Supervisors adopts both the School Board and County budgets into law through formal budget ordinances.

 

Implementation - The budgeted funds become available on July 1 for spending by schools and departments. Monthly summary financial reports are provided to the School Board through BoardDocs under the Consent Agenda Financial Reports section.

 

Evaluation - The results of operations for the fiscal year are reported annually in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which is audited by a certified public accounting firm.

 

Here’s a summary of the major dates and milestone events for the 2026-2027 budget calendar that staff should be aware of.