Financial Services
Financial Services
Our staff are careful stewards of the funds entrusted to Ephrata Schools. We diligently account for every dollar spent and assist our leadership in crafting sound fiscal policy.
The Ephrata School District is part of the Washington State Public School System. The state is responsible for funding the education of the students in our school district. Although there are variances across school districts and grade levels, the state spent an average of $11,500 per student in basic education funding (last calculated in 2019). In addition to basic education funding, school districts can apply for state, federal and local grants: receive targeted funding for specific purposes, such as school improvement; or raise levy funds within their local community.
Budget Process
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The Ephrata School District receives private grant funds through Invest ED (formerly Saul Haas).
These funds are used to benefit students in need according to the parameters set forth by the grantor-Invest ED. Needs include school activity cards, musical instruments, appropriate clothing or uniforms, school supplies and test fees. The purpose is to make funds available immediately with minimal bureaucracy.
