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Henrietta ISD Bond 2024

Your Bond Dollars at Work --

Henrietta ISD Bond 2024 Your Bond Dollars at Work --

Thank you for Voting Yes!

Our Entire Community Benefits from These Projects

Henrietta ISD Community,


Thank you for your incredible support in passing the school bonds for Bond 2024. Your vote has paved the way for the construction of a new high school and significant athletic improvements that will benefit our students for years to come. We are grateful for your commitment to enhancing the educational environment and opportunities for our children.


We understand the importance of transparency and accountability in managing these funds. That's why we are dedicated to keeping you informed about the progress of Bond 2024 Projects through this newsletter. Periodic updates will ensure you are aware of every step we take in utilizing your tax dollars responsibly and effectively.


Your trust in us is invaluable, and we are committed to maintaining it. Together, we are building a brighter future for our community and creating a lasting impact on the lives of our students. Thank you once again for your unwavering support and belief in the power of education.


Thank you for being ALL IN for HENRIETTA!


Superintendent Jaime Clark

High School Building Timeline Finalized

The new high school may be the most exciting project of Bond 2024. The timeline has been finalized, and we are excited to share it with you!


The Board approved WRA as the architects for the new high school. WRA has more than six decades of experience and pride themselves on listening to their clients and transforming their dreams into structures and spaces that enhance communities and inspire students.


TIMELINE


  • July 2024-March 2025 -- We will start to define the scope of work for the HS project.


    • Schematic Design
    • Design Development
    • Construction Documents
    • Bid/Negotiation
  • March 2025
    • Board of Trustees approves the final design and total cost of the project.
  • April 2025
    • Construction begins
  • May 2026
    • Construction complete
  • July 2026
    • Move in
  • August 2026
    • School begins in the new building! 🥳

Friday Night Lights

One of the first projects to be completed will be new lights for the football stadium. And we know that the lights shine brightest on Friday Nights in Texas! The new lights are replacing the current lights, which are 32 years old. The cost for this project is $140,000.


"It may seem simple, but new lights will make an incredible difference for our student-athletes, band, and cheer. In addition, these lights are energy-efficient, and we anticipate savings in electricity costs over the course of the school year," said Superintendent Jaime Clark.


TIMELINE

We are thrilled to announce that the lights will be installed well before the first football game this year, setting the stage for an exciting and well-lit season.

Turf and Track Replacement Reaps Multiple Benefits

Old field will see a new life

As we have promised, we intend to reduce, reuse, and recycle as much as we possibly can throughout the life of this bond.


The turf and track project is one of these projects.

  • The old turf and track have been removed.
  • The old turf will be used for a few projects around the district. We will use it to replace the old turf in the hitting barn and cover some parts of the elementary playground.
  • In addition, many of you have asked what will happen to the old turf. We will give community members an opportunity to make a donation to the Education Foundation for a piece of the old field. Details coming soon!
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Track waiting on its new surface
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Turf waiting for a new life
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Turf removed from field
Henrietta ISD is ALL IN
https://www.henrietta-isd.net/page/bond-information

The Henrietta ISD community overwhelmingly approved a $36 million investment for a new high school and improvements to athletic facilities on May 4, 2024.


Henrietta ISD Superintendent Jaime Clark stated, "I am so excited for the future of Henrietta ISD and the opportunities these facilities and upgrades will provide our students for generations to come.”


Board of Trustees President Brad Yurcho conveyed gratitude, stating, "This success began many months ago with a community-led Facility Committee of parents, staff and community members who met to ensure all students in Henrietta ISD continue to have access to modern classrooms and innovative programs..”


With voters approving both propositions, the projected tax increase is 23 cents per $100 valuation. This tax rate will still be lower than the 2022 tax rate.