MATTAPOISETT — Superintendent Michael S. Nelson is pleased to announce that Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Howard Barber has been awarded the 2023 Eagle Award, as presented by the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International.
The 2023 Eagle Award recognizes K–12 business professionals for their exemplary leadership and service to their districts and the school business profession. The Eagle Awards are sponsored by Equitable.
Barber will be recognized during ASBO’s Annual Conference and Expo at the Gaylord National Harbor Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, which takes place this week, Oct. 19-22.
“On behalf of our districts, I would like to congratulate Mr. Barber on this achievement,” said Superintendent Nelson. “He plays a vital role in our districts’ day-to-day operations and this recognition is one that is well-deserved.”
Barber has served as the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations for Old Rochester Regional School District and Superintendency Union #55 since 2020.
In his role Barber is responsible for the preparation and analysis of the districts’ budgets and annual reports; overseeing grant applications, procurements and audits. Barber also supports the Superintendent of Schools with collective bargaining and contract negotiations as needed.
Previously, Barber served as the director of finance, operations and human resources for the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District from 2017-2020. Barber also previously served as school business manager for Greenfield Public Schools from 2015-2018 and as school business manager/senior financial analyst for Springfield Public Schools from 2008-2014.
While serving at Springfield Public Schools, the district received the Meritorious Budget Award for Fiscal Years 2010-2011, 2011-2012, 2012-2013 and 2013-2014, awarded by ASBO.
Barber has previously taught classes at Worcester State University and Western New England University. He has previously served in several positions, including president, for the Massachusetts Association of School Business Officials.
Barber holds a master’s degree in accounting and taxation from the University of Hartford and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from American International College. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
“Sincere and enthusiastic congratulations to Mr. Barber for this significant award,” said Rochester School Committee Chairperson Sharon Hartley. “We appreciate his dedication, hard work and contributions to our school districts as well as this important professional achievement.”
About ASBO International
ASBO is a nonprofit organization that, through its members and affiliates, represents approximately 30,000 school business professionals worldwide. ASBO International is committed to providing programs, services, and a global network that promotes the highest standards in school business. Its members support student achievement through effective resource management in various areas ranging from finance and operations to food services and transportation. To learn more about ASBO, click here.
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