The Board of Education Audit Committee for Prince George's County Public Schools convened on May 5, 2025, to discuss the findings of a recent financial management practice audit and the subsequent corrective actions being implemented. The meeting aimed to ensure transparency and accountability regarding the audit's results, which evaluated the effectiveness of the school system's financial procedures and controls.

The audit, released in March 2025, examined 11 core operational areas, including payroll, procurement, transportation, and food services. The committee emphasized its commitment to addressing audit findings with clear action plans, highlighting a history of effective responses to previous audits.

During the meeting, key actions already taken were outlined. These included improvements in payroll accuracy through preventative measures and additional staff reviews, as well as revisions to the transportation payroll process to enhance accuracy. A new routing system for transportation was also introduced, focusing on efficiency by defining start and end times and establishing ridership goals.

Further actions were discussed, including the development of detailed corrective action plans with timelines for divisions that received specific audit findings. The committee plans to enhance oversight and strengthen internal controls to ensure the effectiveness of these actions. Ongoing staff training and compliance monitoring will be implemented, with quarterly updates on progress to be reported to the Board of Education and made available on the PGCPS website.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for discussion and questions from board members, emphasizing the importance of internal controls in mitigating future issues. The committee expressed its commitment to maintaining open communication and providing access to the audit report for public review.