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Acknowledgements

By Dr. Kirk A. Johnson and Elizabeth Moser, published on Dec. 3, 2002

The authors wish to thank the public school officials who shared their experiences for this publication. The authors also acknowledge the assistance of Mackinac Center staff: Communications Specialist Samuel Walker, Graphic Arts Manager Daniel Montgomery, Senior Managing Editor of the Michigan Privatization Report Michael LaFaive and education intern Neil Block.

ISBN: 1-890624-31-4, SKU: S2002-06
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The Six Habits of Fiscally Responsible Public School Districts

  • Executive Summary
  • Introduction: What is a Fiscally Responsible School District?
  • Methodology: Finding Innovation
  • Habit 1: Minimize Administrative Costs
  • Habit 2: Take Advantage of Cost Savings through Outsourcing Non-Instructional Services
  • Habit 3: Manage Employee Health Benefits Effectively
  • Habit 4: Structure Capital Costs Effectively
  • Habit 5: Participate in the Schools-of-Choice Program
  • Habit 6: Reform Collective Bargaining
  • Conclusion
  • Endnotes
  • About the Authors
  • Acknowledgements

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