September 5, 2026
From the Pickerington Local School District
PICKERINGTON, OH — Pickerington Local School District has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.
The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. The award recognizes governmental organizations whose annual financial reports meet the high standards of the GFOA program, including demonstrating a commitment to full disclosure and clearly communicating financial information to the public and other users.
Pickerington Local School District has received this recognition for more than a decade, reflecting a longstanding commitment to accurate, transparent and professional financial reporting.
“Earning the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting is a proud recognition of our commitment to accuracy, transparency, and the highest standards of financial stewardship,” said Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer John Walsh. “This achievement reflects the dedication, teamwork, and professionalism of everyone who contributed to making excellence in financial reporting a priority. I am beyond honored to be part of the team in the Treasurer’s Office. It doesn’t get any better than this!”
“This recognition, earned for more than a decade, speaks to the consistent excellence and professionalism of our Treasurer’s Office,” said Board President Cathy Olshefski. “The work of this office is fundamental to our responsibility as a Board to be good stewards of public resources. The accuracy, transparency and attention to detail demonstrated in our financial reporting provide the Board and our community with confidence in the financial information we rely on to make important decisions for our District. We are grateful for the dedication and expertise of our Treasurer’s Office and the high standards they uphold every day.”
The GFOA is a nonprofit professional association dedicated to advancing excellence in government finance. Through best practices, professional development, resources and research, GFOA serves more than 28,000 members and the communities they serve.
The Certificate of Achievement represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management and recognizes the work of the financial professionals responsible for preparing and presenting the District’s financial information. Pickerington Local School District is committed to providing the community with accessible, accurate and transparent financial information. To learn more, visit the District’s Financial Information on the PLSD website.
ABOUT PICKERINGTON SCHOOLS
Pickerington Local School District serves more than 12,500 students in the communities of Pickerington, Violet Township and surrounding areas. The District is committed to providing students with meaningful learning opportunities and preparing them for success in college, career and life.
