Parents, please be patient with the car line traffic. As most of you are aware, the congestion will decrease in a few weeks. It seems as the days go by parents find the optimum time to drop off and pick up their students. This eleviates much of the traffic and alot of the stress. Remember to drive friendly!
Also--- please help us keep our students safe by minding the school zone speed limits and refraining from cell phone use in the school zones.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Great Start To A New Year!!
We had a great start to a new school year here at Academy ISD. We look forward to what this year may bring. I am certain that our students will enjoy a high degree of success both in the classroom and on the fields of competition. Parents, thank you for allowing us to educate your children. We are truly blessed to have such wonderful students here at AISD.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Corrected Press Release- November Bond Election
Early voting is in October, not November as indicated in previous post. The following is the corrected press release:
NEWS RELEASE
ACADEMY ISD
CONTACT: KEVIN SPRINKLES, SUPERINTENDENT
254.982.4304
ksprinkles@academy.k12.tx.us
ACADEMY ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALLS NOVEMBER BOND ELECTION
On Nov. 2, voters in Academy school district will decide on a $13.425 million bond for additions and renovations to the elementary school and high school, as well as other district-wide facility improvements.
The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call for the bond at their Aug. 18 meeting.
The proposed plan calls for construction of a new intermediate classroom wing at the elementary school campus to house grades 3 – 5. The campus would also receive new core facilities, including a cafetorium, library, administrative offices, nurse’s office, play gym, and computer lab. Parent drop-off and pick-up issues would be addressed as well.
The current 1979 building, which would house pre-kindergarten through second grades, would receive some light renovation. Upon completion, the updated campus could house up to 800 students.
The high school campus, which was built in 1988, is also included in the proposed bond. Bond monies would be used to build 2 new science labs, a new life skills room, 2 Agriculture Science classrooms, a new band hall, renovate the library and ag shop, renovate the existing band hall to create additional classrooms, and install new gym seating.
“District-wide improvements,” including new roofs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning for the Field House, as well as other improvements make up the last part of the bond.
The proposal was recommended to the Board by the Bond Steering Committee, a group of 27 citizens who toured facilities, studied enrollment, and learned about state mandated curriculum requirements.
Dana White, committee co-chair, said, “We have more needs than we can afford to address at this time, so we had to prioritize. The proposal we made to the Board addresses our most critical needs and gives the District room to grow by more than 300 students.”
If tax payers approve the bond, the total tax rate for 2011-2012 will be $1.533 per $100 of valuation, an increase of $0.3590.
Per Bell County Appraisal District, the average homestead in Academy ISD is valued at $129,513. With the passage of the bond, taxes on a homestead of this value would go up $34.26 a month.
According to state law, senior citizens’ homestead taxes are not affected by the passage or failure of this bond.
Superintendent Kevin Sprinkles said it will take about two years to sell the bonds, get design input from teachers, take bids, and build the school.
Early voting begins Oct. 18 and runs through Oct. 29. Election Day is Nov. 2.
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NEWS RELEASE
ACADEMY ISD
CONTACT: KEVIN SPRINKLES, SUPERINTENDENT
254.982.4304
ksprinkles@academy.k12.tx.us
ACADEMY ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALLS NOVEMBER BOND ELECTION
On Nov. 2, voters in Academy school district will decide on a $13.425 million bond for additions and renovations to the elementary school and high school, as well as other district-wide facility improvements.
The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call for the bond at their Aug. 18 meeting.
The proposed plan calls for construction of a new intermediate classroom wing at the elementary school campus to house grades 3 – 5. The campus would also receive new core facilities, including a cafetorium, library, administrative offices, nurse’s office, play gym, and computer lab. Parent drop-off and pick-up issues would be addressed as well.
The current 1979 building, which would house pre-kindergarten through second grades, would receive some light renovation. Upon completion, the updated campus could house up to 800 students.
The high school campus, which was built in 1988, is also included in the proposed bond. Bond monies would be used to build 2 new science labs, a new life skills room, 2 Agriculture Science classrooms, a new band hall, renovate the library and ag shop, renovate the existing band hall to create additional classrooms, and install new gym seating.
“District-wide improvements,” including new roofs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning for the Field House, as well as other improvements make up the last part of the bond.
The proposal was recommended to the Board by the Bond Steering Committee, a group of 27 citizens who toured facilities, studied enrollment, and learned about state mandated curriculum requirements.
Dana White, committee co-chair, said, “We have more needs than we can afford to address at this time, so we had to prioritize. The proposal we made to the Board addresses our most critical needs and gives the District room to grow by more than 300 students.”
If tax payers approve the bond, the total tax rate for 2011-2012 will be $1.533 per $100 of valuation, an increase of $0.3590.
Per Bell County Appraisal District, the average homestead in Academy ISD is valued at $129,513. With the passage of the bond, taxes on a homestead of this value would go up $34.26 a month.
According to state law, senior citizens’ homestead taxes are not affected by the passage or failure of this bond.
Superintendent Kevin Sprinkles said it will take about two years to sell the bonds, get design input from teachers, take bids, and build the school.
Early voting begins Oct. 18 and runs through Oct. 29. Election Day is Nov. 2.
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AISD Board Calls Bond Election For November
NEWS RELEASE
ACADEMY ISD
CONTACT: KEVIN SPRINKLES, SUPERINTENDENT
254.982.4304
ksprinkles@academy.k12.tx.us
ACADEMY ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALLS NOVEMBER BOND ELECTION
On Nov. 2, voters in Academy school district will decide on a $13.425 million bond for additions and renovations to the elementary school and high school, as well as other district-wide facility improvements.
The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call for the bond at their Aug. 18 meeting.
The proposed plan calls for construction of a new intermediate classroom wing at the elementary school campus to house grades 3 – 5. The campus would also receive new core facilities, including a cafetorium, library, administrative offices, nurse’s office, play gym, and computer lab. Parent drop-off and pick-up issues would be addressed as well.
The current 1979 building, which would house pre-kindergarten through second grades, would receive some light renovation. Upon completion, the updated campus could house up to 800 students.
The high school campus, which was built in 1988, is also included in the proposed bond. Bond monies would be used to build 2 new science labs, a new life skills room, 2 Agriculture Science classrooms, a new band hall, renovate the library and ag shop, renovate the existing band hall to create additional classrooms, and install new gym seating.
“District-wide improvements,” including new roofs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning for the Field House, as well as other improvements make up the last part of the bond.
The proposal was recommended to the Board by the Bond Steering Committee, a group of 27 citizens who toured facilities, studied enrollment, and learned about state mandated curriculum requirements.
Dana White, committee co-chair, said, “We have more needs than we can afford to address at this time, so we had to prioritize. The proposal we made to the Board addresses our most critical needs and gives the District room to grow by more than 300 students.”
If tax payers approve the bond, the total tax rate for 2011-2012 will be $1.533 per $100 of valuation, an increase of $0.3590.
Per Bell County Appraisal District, the average homestead in Academy ISD is valued at $129,513. With the passage of the bond, taxes on a homestead of this value would go up $34.26 a month.
According to state law, senior citizens’ homestead taxes are not affected by the passage or failure of this bond.
Superintendent Kevin Sprinkles said it will take about two years to sell the bonds, get design input from teachers, take bids, and build the school.
Early voting begins Nov. 18 and runs through Nov. 29. Election Day is Nov. 2.
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ACADEMY ISD
CONTACT: KEVIN SPRINKLES, SUPERINTENDENT
254.982.4304
ksprinkles@academy.k12.tx.us
ACADEMY ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALLS NOVEMBER BOND ELECTION
On Nov. 2, voters in Academy school district will decide on a $13.425 million bond for additions and renovations to the elementary school and high school, as well as other district-wide facility improvements.
The Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call for the bond at their Aug. 18 meeting.
The proposed plan calls for construction of a new intermediate classroom wing at the elementary school campus to house grades 3 – 5. The campus would also receive new core facilities, including a cafetorium, library, administrative offices, nurse’s office, play gym, and computer lab. Parent drop-off and pick-up issues would be addressed as well.
The current 1979 building, which would house pre-kindergarten through second grades, would receive some light renovation. Upon completion, the updated campus could house up to 800 students.
The high school campus, which was built in 1988, is also included in the proposed bond. Bond monies would be used to build 2 new science labs, a new life skills room, 2 Agriculture Science classrooms, a new band hall, renovate the library and ag shop, renovate the existing band hall to create additional classrooms, and install new gym seating.
“District-wide improvements,” including new roofs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning for the Field House, as well as other improvements make up the last part of the bond.
The proposal was recommended to the Board by the Bond Steering Committee, a group of 27 citizens who toured facilities, studied enrollment, and learned about state mandated curriculum requirements.
Dana White, committee co-chair, said, “We have more needs than we can afford to address at this time, so we had to prioritize. The proposal we made to the Board addresses our most critical needs and gives the District room to grow by more than 300 students.”
If tax payers approve the bond, the total tax rate for 2011-2012 will be $1.533 per $100 of valuation, an increase of $0.3590.
Per Bell County Appraisal District, the average homestead in Academy ISD is valued at $129,513. With the passage of the bond, taxes on a homestead of this value would go up $34.26 a month.
According to state law, senior citizens’ homestead taxes are not affected by the passage or failure of this bond.
Superintendent Kevin Sprinkles said it will take about two years to sell the bonds, get design input from teachers, take bids, and build the school.
Early voting begins Nov. 18 and runs through Nov. 29. Election Day is Nov. 2.
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Bond Steering Committee Update
The bond steering committee has completed a month's worth of meetings and has formulated a recommendation for the school board regarding proposed renovations and new construction for Academy elementary and high school. This committee work extremely hard to identify needs and formulate solutions to meet these needs. There will be a link on our website to a press release from this group. Thank you to all participants in this process and to all of the constituents who gave their opinions in regards to this matter.
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