Menlo Park Academy has been honored with the prestigious Auditor of State Award for achieving a “clean” audit report, recognizing its commitment to fiscal responsibility and transparent financial practices. The school, located at 2149 W. 53^rd in the former Joseph & Feiss Building, is Ohio’s only tuition free public school exclusively serving gifted children in grades Kindergarten through eight.

   The award is granted to eligible entities that meet a stringent set of criteria, demonstrating outstanding compliance with financial reporting standards.

   To qualify for the Auditor of State Award, entities must submit their financial reports to the Auditor of State’s Office on time. Menlo Park Academy has successfully met these requirements and maintained the highest level of financial integrity, with no findings for recovery, material citations, weaknesses, deficiencies, or questioned costs.

   This recognition highlights Menlo Park Academy’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial management. The Auditor of State Award is a testament to the Menlo Park Academy’s robust internal controls and its adherence to regulatory standards.

   The Auditor of State Award serves as a mark of excellence for local governments and other public entities, affirming their commitment to financial transparency and accountability to the public.

   Menlo Park Academy Admissions and Communications Manager Natasha Didytch says, “This distinction is a significant milestone for our school community.”