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Tim Pugmire

Districts say school tech firm's financial woes won't hurt them

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Some school districts are sticking with an education technology organization, despite recent uncovered financial troubles.

A recent audit of the nonprofit collaborative known as TIES highlighted a host of financial irregularities, including problems with cash management and mishandling of building renovations. TIES provides technology services to schools, including 49 member school districts.

Anoka-Hennepin School Board Chairman Tom Heidemann said he was disappointed with the audit findings but that his district is committed to working with TIES to put in place practices that ensure all funds are used appropriately.

Susan Brott, a spokeswoman for the Edina schools, said the district looks forward to TIES improving its financial operations in order to keep serving members.

"We don't anticipate any negative financial impact on our school district as a result of the news," Brott said. "Nonetheless, what we've heard and read is concerning. The practices highlighted in the audit do not align with our own approach and philosophy to fiscal stewardship."