Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting This nationally recognized program reviews and critiques district accounting practices as represented in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and recognizes school districts that adhere to sound principles and reporting procedures. A district earning the Certificate of Excellence receives not only the award, but enhanced credibility for the financial management of its school system. OJR awards:   1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

Meritorious Budget Awards Program The Meritorious Budget Awards Program encourages and recognizes excellence in school system budgeting. Those who successfully complete this program receive the prestigious Meritorious Budget Award; enhance the credibility of their budget with their superintendent, school board and community; and boost the professionalism of their budget staff. OJR awards:                                      1996-1997 1997-1998 1998-1999 1999-2000 2000-2001 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007

Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (GFOA) The Certificate Program, which was established in 1945, is designed to recognize and encourage excellence in financial reporting by state and local governments. Participation in the program reflects a significant proportion of larger general purpose governments in the United States. OJR awards:                                      1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

For more information about the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting or the Meritorious Budget Awards Program see: The Association of School Business Officials International®

For more information about the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting see: Government Finance Officers Association