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PSD 2000 Bond & MIll Levy:
Promises Made, Promises Kept
PSD is engaging the community in planning for a bond/mill levy election in 2010. PSD has demonstrated accountability to taxpayers for funds received from the 2000 bond issue/mill levy. Following are ways schools and the district demonstrate stewardship of taxpayer funds:
New Schools
Careful stewardship of funds made it possible for PSD to build 6 schools instead of 5 through the 2000 bond, and resulted in $5.7 million in additional savings for critical construction and school repairs.
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School Renovation
Every PSD school received needed repairs, and/or expansion: Activity centers, media centers, flex rooms, classrooms, theatres, roof repairs, flooring, lighting, pavement, hallway “bridges,” lunchrooms, lockers, ADA compliance, and restroom remodeling.
Technology
Upgrades such as computers, software, labs, wireless network upgrades, telephones in every classroom, technical education equipment, instructional television equipment.
Ongoing School Support
Critical dollars to open 4 elementary, 1 jr. high, and 1 high school, and ongoing operating budgets. Hired principals, licensed instructional staff, instructional classified staff, and custodial and maintenance staff. Added 45 teachers to schools district wide.
School Security
Improvements such as traffic safety at 10 schools, video security systems, entry area remodeling, and emergency lighting generators.
Playgrounds
Improvements and expansion to early childhood and elementary playgrounds and equipment, fences, and wheelchair access.
Athletic Facilities
Examples of upgrades and expansion includes soccer fields, football field improvements, track improvements, new gyms, and artificial turf.
Early Childhood
Scholarships for all-day kindergarten for students with highest needs, and funding to expand early childhood programs for children ages 3-5.
Partnerships
Upgrades to the Partnership and Foundation building; partnerships such as the Fossil Ridge High School culinary arts partnership with Front Range Community College.
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