Looking to reduce your school's carbon footprint but not sure where to begin? We’ve got good news. Thanks to Xero’s new partnership with Sumday, you can now access powerful carbon accounting tools — completely free for 12 months! Whether you're just beginning your sustainability journey or looking to enhance your current efforts, this is a great place to start. Sumday is a customisable carbon accounting platform that integrates with Xero, making it easy to track and report your emissions. With sustainability becoming a growing priority across the education sector and broader community, this is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your journey to net zero — without the stress or extra cost. All you need is an active Xero subscription. Simply connect to Sumday via the Xero App Store, and you’re good to go. This offer is available from 2 April 2025 to 1 April 2026. To learn more about this offer and to get started, visit: https://www.sumday.io/terms-and-conditions-xero/

New School Procurement Guide Available! The Ministry of Education has just released a fantastic new guide to help schools navigate procurement with confidence. Whether you're new to school purchasing or looking to sharpen your process, this resource breaks down key buying concepts and offers clear, step-by-step advice for running a competitive and effective procurement process — all designed to ensure value for money. To download this guide and save it to your desktop for easy reference, visit our Resources Hub here

As the colder months settle in, it’s tempting to keep every window shut tight—but fresh air remains one of the most powerful tools we have to reduce the spread of viruses and minimise the risk of mould and fungi developing. Even just a few minutes of ventilation throughout the day can make a big difference. Opening windows and doors—especially during break times or between classes—helps improve air quality and keeps our learning environments healthier for both students and staff. Let’s continue to prioritise wellbeing by keeping our learning spaces fresh and ventilated this winter. 

Great news! Xero’s fixed asset section just got an upgrade! You’ll now enjoy a cleaner, more accessible, and responsive interface—making it easier than ever to manage your assets. All the familiar features are still there, and you can now attach files directly to your fixed asset records for improved documentation and tracking. How to Attach a File: Navigate to Fixed Assets: In the Xero accounting menu, select "Fixed assets". Open Asset Details: Click on the asset number to view the asset details. Attach Files: Click the "Attach files" button located on the right hand side of the page. Upload or Drag and Drop: You can either click "Upload files" to select a file from your device or simply drag and drop a file into the upload area. Attachments could be a copy of the bill or a photo of the asset. Save Changes: Click "Save as draft" or "Register" to save the changes. Extra tip: You can also attach files to assets that have already been registered—making it even easier to keep your records accurate and up to date.

View our Chalkboard - May 2025: - 2024 Annual Accounts - Important Notices - Xero Tip of the Month: Attach File Now Available in New Fixed Assets - Free Native Seed Kits - Seeking School Accounting Advisor to Join Our Team - Looking ahead https://public2.bomamarketing.com/email/w04l

We know that teacher recruitment and retention are top priorities for schools and kura. To support you in addressing these challenges, the Ministry of Education has developed the Workforce Initiative Searcher for Principals (WISP)—an easy-to-use online tool designed to connect you with a wide range of funded workforce initiatives. By simply entering the name of your school into the WISP tool’s search function, you can quickly discover various programmes and resources available to support your recruitment efforts and enhance staff retention. Whether you're seeking specific funding opportunities or tailored initiatives, WISP puts this information at your fingertips, making it easier than ever to find the right support for your school or kura. We encourage all schools to take full advantage of this valuable resource. To access the WISP tool visit the link below: https://workforce.education.govt.nz/.../workforce...

Great news! You can now upload multiple bills at once in Xero. Instead of uploading bills one by one, the Upload Bills feature lets you select and upload multiple files from your computer—or simply drag and drop them into Xero. This update makes managing large volumes of bills quicker and easier. To upload multiple bills: 1. In Xero, go to the Bills section. 2. Click the dropdown arrow next to the "New Bill" button and select "Upload Bills." 3. Choose the files from your computer or drag and drop them into the upload window. 4. Click "Upload Files"

View our Chalkboard - April 2025: - 2024 Annual Accounts - Happy Easter & AFS Out-Of-Office Dates - Important Notice: Office Closure - Friday 11 April 2025 From 12PM - Xero Tip of the Month: Upload Multiple Bills at Once in Xero - Farewell to Jo Leiper - Resource: Workforce Initiative Searcher for Principals (WISP) - Looking ahead https://public2.bomamarketing.com/email/lbPk