EIN: 376002530
UEI: SMVQPQHBY8B5
Data as of August 23, 2026
Management decision deadline — for entities that funded this organization
The FAC accepted this audit on January 1, 2020. Under 2 CFR 200.521(d), a pass-through entity that provided federal funds to this organization for this audit period must issue a management decision on these findings by July 1, 2020 (2244 days ago).
What is a management decision? →Title I expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: One of the four reimbursement reports that was tested was not properly reviewed and approved. Effect: Inaccurate amounts could be reported leading to potential questioned costs. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight of reports submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education. Recommendation: We recommend that an appropriate non-preparer review and approve reports before they are submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Show full finding ▾Hide full finding ▴FINDING NUMBER: 2019-003 THIS FINDING IS: New Federal Program Name: Title I - Grants to Local Educational Agencies Project No.: 19-4300-00 CFDA No.: 84.010 Passed Through: Illinois State Board of Education Federal Agency: US Department of Education Criteria or specific requirement (including statutory, regulatory, or other citation) Expenditure reports that are submitted for reimbursement claims should be reviewed and approved by an appropriate individual other than the person who prepares the report. Condition: Title I expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: One of the four reimbursement reports that was tested was not properly reviewed and approved. Effect: Inaccurate amounts could be reported leading to potential questioned costs. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight of reports submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education. Recommendation: We recommend that an appropriate non-preparer review and approve reports before they are submitted to the Illinois State Board of Education. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Finding No.: 2019-003 Condition: Title I expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Plan: The District will ensure that all expenditure reports and supporting documentation are reviewed and signed by the Title 1 Grant Administrator. Anticipated Date of Completion: 6/30/2020 Name of Contact Person: Michele Johnson, Director of Accounting Services Management Response: See above
When determining Title I eligibility status of schools listed within the targeting section of grant application, support could not be provided to determine such status. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: This is an isolated problem as support could have been missplaced due to personel transition in the current fiscal year. Effect: Inaccurate and unsupported information could lead to incorrect eligibility status or grant allocations. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight due to personnel transition in the current fiscal year. Recommendation: We recommend that support be maintained each fiscal year to support the determination of eligibility status. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Show full finding ▾Hide full finding ▴FINDING NUMBER: 2019-004 THIS FINDING IS: New Federal Program Name: Title I - Grants to Local Educational Agencies Project No.: 19-4300-00 CFDA No.: 84.010 Passed Through: Illinois State Board of Education Federal Agency: US Department of Education Criteria or specific requirement (including statutory, regulatory, or other citation) The District should maintain supporting documentation for eligibility determinations. Condition: When determining Title I eligibility status of schools listed within the targeting section of grant application, support could not be provided to determine such status. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: This is an isolated problem as support could have been missplaced due to personel transition in the current fiscal year. Effect: Inaccurate and unsupported information could lead to incorrect eligibility status or grant allocations. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight due to personnel transition in the current fiscal year. Recommendation: We recommend that support be maintained each fiscal year to support the determination of eligibility status. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Finding No.: 2019-004 Condition: When determining Title I eligibility status of schools listed within the targeting section of grant application, support could not be provided to determine such status. Plan: The Title I Grant Administrator will ensure that documentation is maintained for direct certification eligibility. Anticipated Date of Completion: 6/30/2020 Name of Contact Person: Michele Johnson, Director of Accounting Services Management Response: See above
Magnet grant expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: Five of the fourteen expenditure reports were tested and proper approval was not noted on each of the reports tested. Effect: Inaccurate amounts could be reported leading to potential questioned costs. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight of drawdown requests submitted to the Federal G5 website. Recommendation: We recommend that an appropriate non-preparer review and approve reports before cash drawdown requests are submitted to the G5 website. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Show full finding ▾Hide full finding ▴FINDING NUMBER: 2019-005 THIS FINDING IS: New Federal Program Name: Magnet Schools Assistance Program Project No.: 19-4060-00 CFDA No.: 84.165 Passed Through: N/A Federal Agency: US Department of Education Criteria or specific requirement (including statutory, regulatory, or other citation): Expenditure reports that are submitted for reimbursement claims should be reviewed and approved by an appropriate individual other than the person who prepares the report. Condition: Magnet grant expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Questioned Costs: None noted Context: Five of the fourteen expenditure reports were tested and proper approval was not noted on each of the reports tested. Effect: Inaccurate amounts could be reported leading to potential questioned costs. Cause: This finding was caused by the lack of review and oversight of drawdown requests submitted to the Federal G5 website. Recommendation: We recommend that an appropriate non-preparer review and approve reports before cash drawdown requests are submitted to the G5 website. Management's response: See corrective action plan.
Finding No.: 2019-005 Condition: Magnet grant expenditure reports and supporting documentation were not properly reviewed and approved by a person other than that who prepared the report. Plan: Director of Accounting Services will verify the correct expenditure amount each month by email and the Magnet Director will sign off on all expenditure submissions. The Magnet secretary will keep all documentation in her Magnet binder. Anticipated Date of Completion: 6/30/2020 Name of Contact Person: Michele Johnson, Director of Accounting Services Management Response: See above
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