Supporting the financial and operational success of Middletown Unified School District

The Business Services Department is committed to providing exceptional service to our students, families, staff, and community. Our team oversees the district's financial operations, payroll, accounting, and student information systems while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance. We are here to support district employees and answer questions related to business services.

Meet Our Team

Brandi Burtness

Chief Business Official (CBO)

Brandi provides leadership for the district's business operations, including budgeting, financial planning, facilities, purchasing, transportation, food services, and fiscal oversight. She works closely with district leadership to ensure responsible stewardship of district resources in support of student success.

Jolene DelZompo

Payroll Specialist

Jolene manages payroll processing for all district employees. She assists staff with questions regarding paychecks, direct deposit, payroll deductions, tax forms while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

Contact Jolene for:

• Payroll questions
• Direct Deposit
• W-4 and tax forms
• Paycheck inquiries
• Salary and deduction questions
• Employmnet Verifications

Kriss Davis

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

Kriss oversees vendor payments and incoming district revenues. She processes reimbursements and purchase payments.

Contact Kriss for:

• Vendor payments
• Reimbursements
• Accounts Receivable
• Purchase payment questions

Meredith de Jong

CALPADS, Aeries & Accounts Receivable

Meredith manages the district's student data systems, including CALPADS and Aeries, while also assisting with Accounts Receivable functions. She ensures student data is accurate, compliant with state reporting requirements, and supports district reporting needs.

Contact Meredith for:

• CALPADS
• Aeries support
• Student data reporting
• State reporting
• Accounts Receivable assistance
• Invoicing

We're Here to Help

Whether you have questions about payroll, vendor payments, student information systems, or district financial services, our team is happy to assist. We are committed to providing friendly, timely, and accurate support to all Middletown Unified School District employees and community members.

Business Services Office Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.