Central Office Department Budgets

The Central Office budget includes operational, instructional, and administrative staffing and non-staffing expenditures that support districtwide functions and services. Budgeted amounts may include centralized pools of funding for programs, services, supplies, and contractual obligations that are allocated and distributed to schools, departments, and staff throughout the fiscal year based on operational needs, enrollment, staffing adjustments, compliance requirements, and district priorities. As a result, budgeted amounts reflected within Central Office may not represent expenditures solely attributable to Central Office departments or personnel.

Staffing salaries and benefits may include dollars for stipends and/or compensation for extra service, as applicable.

The budget document presents a proposed financial plan and intended for planning and informational purposes only. All figures are subject to change. Totals may not sum exactly due to rounding.

The Athletics department provides athletic programming designed to support the educational development of our students. Staffing costs include coaches' stipends.

Board and Superintendent

The elected school board ensures governance of district operations including vision, structure, accountability and advocacy according to Highline's strategic plan.

Business Services provides financial support and oversight to schools and departments to ensure Highline is a strong effective steward of public trust.

The Communications office supports schools and students by coordinating communication with families, staff, and community.

Programs that benefit the whole community or some segments of the community, such as The Waskowitz Outdoor School, Memorial Field and the Highline Performing Arts Center.

The Department of Digital Transformation and Innovation provides technology resources and support to schools and departments to ensure uninterrupted student learning.

Districtwide costs for core operational needs, including utilities (electricity, gas, water and sewage), substitute staffing, centrally allocated personnel, donations, and fundraising activities.

The Human Resources Department is a services-oriented team that supports the recruiting, screening, and placing of Highline employees. Human Resources manages employee relations, payroll benefits and training.

Nutrition Services provides students with quality programs that promote lifelong healthy living by offering daily nutritious meals preparing children for effective learning.

The Policy and Strategy department oversees the creation, implementation, and interpretation of board policies and administrative procedures; legislative priorities; public records; general legal questions; and strategy development.

Safety and Security staff support and assist in the training of all district staff to be prepared to respond to natural or human caused emergencies. The department works with communications and school staff to inform families about emergencies.

The Student Learning department is responsible for programs and initiatives designed to improve student learning.

The Student Support and Family Engagement department eliminates barriers and connects students and families to resources available both in and out of our school system.

The Transportation department provides students with safe transportation to and from school every day. This includes services for students that are in foster care or experiencing homelessness.