The Fox C-6 School District Board meeting on December 17, 2024, featured a significant presentation on the district's independent audit, which revealed positive financial health and compliance with federal and state regulations. Gina Cochran, the lead auditor from KEB, reported an unmodified or "clean" opinion on the district's financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. This clean opinion is the highest rating an audit can receive, indicating that the district's financial statements are free from material misstatements.

Cochran emphasized that the district's management is responsible for preparing accurate financial statements and maintaining effective internal controls. The audit did not identify any material weaknesses in these controls, which is a positive sign for the district's financial governance. Additionally, the audit covered over $13.5 million in federal expenditures, with Cochran confirming that the audit met the required standards for federal compliance.

However, the audit did uncover some significant deficiencies that warrant attention. Notably, there were issues related to time and effort logs for substitute teachers in special education programs, which have since been addressed by the district's management. Furthermore, some expenditures under Title II were not approved by the board as required, but management has indicated that this issue has also been corrected.

The audit also included a review of the district's compliance with Missouri's laws and regulations, which resulted in another clean opinion. This aspect of the audit focused on budgetary procedures, attendance records, and transportation disclosures, all of which were found to be in order.

In conclusion, the audit results reflect a strong financial position for the Fox C-6 School District, with management taking proactive steps to address identified deficiencies. The board's commitment to transparency and accountability is evident, as they continue to work towards maintaining compliance and improving financial practices for the benefit of the community.