Schools | Greg Elkins on the Strategy Behind School Finance

Greg Elkins joins The Insight Table to break down the complexities of school finance, district growth, and educational leadership in Indiana. Drawing from his experience as a school district CFO, Greg explains how schools are funded, the challenges created by rapid growth, and the long-term impact of legislation like SEA 1. The episode also explores capital planning, TIF districts, leadership lessons from coaching, and the importance of making complicated financial topics understandable for both educators and the community. Key Topics: School funding and finance in Indiana The impact of SEA 1 legislation Managing school district growth and capital projects TIF districts and long-term financial planning Leadership lessons from coaching and administration Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Journey of a CFO 04:07 Understanding the Role of a CFO in Education 07:07 How Schools are Funded: A Deep Dive 10:20 Navigating Capital Projects and Growth 13:05 The Impact of Legislation on School Funding 17:11 The Role of TIF in School Funding 20:02 Leadership Lessons from Coaching to Administration 23:18 The Importance of Teamwork and Expertise 26:12 Conclusion and Reflections on the Future