Building Our Future: Referendum Facts & Updates

The tax rate calculator above allows you to estimate the impact of the proposed building referendum on your property taxes. Simply enter the assessed value of your home or farmland, and the calculator will display the expected tax increase based on the proposed tax rate. This tool is designed to provide a clear and personalized understanding of how the referendum may affect you financially. Please note that actual tax amounts may vary slightly based on final assessments and local tax policies.

School Building Expansion Overview

The school district is in the development stages of a 22,000-square-foot building addition designed to accommodate current and future growth. This expansion includes a new preschool wing, a junior high wing, and a multi-purpose room, all aimed at enhancing learning environments, increasing resource availability, and improving recreational and dining spaces.

Key Features of the Addition:

  • Preschool Wing:

    • Provides two classrooms for the Preschool program.

    • Dedicated, age-appropriate preschool playground.

  • Junior High Wing:

    • Additional classrooms to support expanding student enrollment.

    • Dedicated spaces for all resource teachers and three special education teachers.

  • Multi-Purpose Room:

    • Space for indoor recess, VIP lunches, and overflow lunch seating.

    • Allows for hosting school events, such as the book fair.

    • Enables the district to offer PreK-8th grade physical education five days a week.

    • Additional space for athletic practices and other activities.

  • Additional Enhancements:

    • More parking to support the growing school community.

    • Allows reallocation of space in the original building, ensuring two classrooms per grade level (K-5th) and accommodating future student growth.

This expansion not only addresses the district’s current needs but also prepares for future growth, as the community continues to develop. The additional space will help maintain high-quality educational experiences while providing flexibility for future generations of students.

Nothing is finalized, all plans and drawings are tentative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to our FAQ section, designed to answer common questions and provide information about our school’s programming, facility decisions, and other important topics. We know our community is invested in providing the best educational experience for students, and we believe that open, transparent communication is essential to that goal.

Education today is constantly evolving, and so are the needs of our students. From classroom spaces to specialized programs, every decision we make is intended to provide meaningful learning experiences while managing resources responsibly. We’ve created these FAQs to outline our approach, address common inquiries, and share the guiding principles behind our decisions. Whether it’s about our recent facility building, our early education program, or the tax rate, we hope this page offers insight and context for our community members.

If you’re curious about any of the choices we make or wish to understand more about our offerings, you’re in the right place. We encourage you to explore the FAQ links, which cover various topics we’re frequently asked about. This section is where we will house all future FAQs, so please check back often. And, as always, we’re here to engage with our community, so please reach out if you have further questions or feedback.

Tax Rate

Tax Rate FAQ

Updated 12/2/24

Trailer FAQ

Trailer FAQ

Updated 12/2/24

Preschool FAQ

Preschool FAQ

Updated 12/2/24