2024 Proposed Bond and Special Levy

31
schools

362
square miles

2K+
employees

2.5M+
square footage managed

91.1%
graduation rate (2023),
an increase of 3.5% from 2022

$19.3M+
scholarships awarded
(Class of 2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary goals of the bond initiative?

What was the district's process for determining the proposed bond amount?

The district's Master Plan Committee spent several months working with staff to analyze overall needs within the district. Once this work was completed, a scientifically weighted survey was conducted within the community to gauge public interest in a bond and help narrow down preferences. The district has also hosted community forums and meetings with local groups to discuss potential projects. The Board of Education approved the ballot language for the proposed bond and special levy included on the ballot this November on August 21, 2024.

Where can I learn more about the proposed projects for my school?

What is the proposed special levy and how does it work?

Similar to a mill levy override, a special levy generates a specific amount of funding the district can utilize to provide service to the community. The Board of Education approved a resolution on August 21, 2024 asking voters to authorize a Special Levy that would generate $13 million annually, with the proceeds being used for recurring capital projects, technology, and maintenance repairs across the district. The dollars that would be freed up in the district's budget as a result of this Special Levy would then be used to fund staff salaries, benefits, and other needs.