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Parents and volunteers press Mt Vernon school board to investigate music boosters' governance
Summary
Multiple parents and former booster treasurers told the Mt Vernon Community School Corp board they had documented concerns about financial controls and governance at the Mount Vernon Music Boosters and asked the district to ensure safeguards when school staff and booster activities overlap.
Several parents and volunteer leaders urged the Mt Vernon Community School Corp board on Tuesday to review governance and financial oversight of the Mount Vernon Music Boosters, saying repeated turnover among treasurers and opaque practices risk student welfare and family trust.
Candy Early, who identified herself as a treasurer for the Mount Vernon music boosters, said she submitted supporting documentation to the district alleging weaknesses in financial controls and the scope of an internal review. "That review involved decisions with individuals directly connected to the concerns raised without inclusion of independent perspectives or a full review of financial and governance…
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