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Louisiana Department of Education flags Baker School System for grant mismanagement

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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The Louisiana Department of Education designated the City of Baker School System as a 'high-risk' district due to alleged mismanagement of federal grant dollars. The state found that more than $1.3 million in federal funding, spanning 2021 to 2024, lacked proper documentation. Specifically, the report questioned the justification for a $571,000 HVAC system installed at Baker High School, noting a lack of evidence regarding bidding or maintenance policy.

From wbrz.com

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The designation indicates an increased risk of noncompliance with federal requirements for spending grant money. The school system must provide paperwork to justify the funding, although the Superintendent stated that the outstanding issues relate to documentation rather than missing funds.

From wbrz.com

Who's involved

  • HelixUK manufacturer of scholastic stationery that operates Baker High School
  • Baker High SchoolHigh school that is part of the Baker School System under investigation

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