July 7 2021: Newton-Conover City Schools received the Government Finance Officer’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and is a significant accomplishment for the Newton-Conover City Schools Finance Department.
Newton-Conover City Schools Finance Department was judged by an impartial panel to meet the standards of the Government Finance Officers Association in the United States and Canada, which includes demonstrating a constructive ‘spirit of full disclosure’ to clearly communicate the district’s financial story and motivate stakeholders to read the report.
This certificate is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government organization and its management.
Newton-Conover City Schools Finance Department includes: Director, Carmen Houston; Assistant Director, Keista Bass; and Payroll Specialist, Tonya Shumate.