FY26 A.I. Student Activity Funds Made Simple
Student Activity Funds Made Simple: Fixing the Processes
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how Massachusetts’ savings account structure, warrant process, and compliance requirements impact the management of Student Activity Funds. They will also see how digital workflows for warrants, budgeting, requisitions, and cash handoffs can improve compliance while saving time and reducing paperwork. The session will highlight how clearer, standardized processes strengthen communication among students, advisors, administrators, and the district finance team. Participants will leave with practical, actionable ideas for making SAF management easier, more transparent, and more consistent districtwide.
Susan Bottan (Moderator)
Director of Finance and Operations
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School District
Susan Bottan currently serves as Interim Director of Finance and Operations for Lincoln-Sudbury Regional School District, following two decades of leadership in districts including Lexington, Reading, and Wayland. A member of the MASBO Board since 2018 and its current President, she holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in education and an MBA, reflecting a unique blend of educational and fiscal expertise.