More electrical outlets in the classrooms More Security Cameras HVAC REPAIRS & CONTROLS Gas lines to science labs at the high school ROOF REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT Direct emergency response connectivity Increased Safety and Security Technology Updates Safe High School Entrance Fo r O u r K i d s , Fo r t h e F u t u r e Lone Jack C6 School District Lone Jack School Bond B r ya n P r e w i t t , S u p e r i n t e n d e n t 816 - 6 9 7 - 3 5 3 9 Board of Education Kellie Roth Shelley Holsten Brian Snow Brian Schraeder Danny Barker Milton Genge “Learning is not attained by chance. It must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” — Abigail Adams Lone Jack C6 School District Bond Special election •November 4, 2014 The Lone Jack C6 School District is committed to excellence, and strives to maintain a school environment that not only helps our students learn, but teaches them to reach higher. We need our community’s help to make this commitment a priority for Lone Jack’s children. The Lone Jack C6 School District is preparing for a Bond Election vote on November 4, to support our students’ educational and school district’ s needs. The school district is asking the citizens of Lone Jack to vote on November 4. We thank you in advance for your time and consideration. What Is Being Voted On? The November 4, 2014 ballot is presenting to the Lone Jack School District patrons a no-tax increase bond to borrow money in the amount of $2.69 million. How will the bond funds be used in our schools? The bond issue will provide the funds for the following: Building/revamping the front entrance at the high school so that a “Children are the secure vestibule allows for safe entrance of students and guests most important Updating/upgrading technology infrastructure across the district Additional security cameras throughout the district aspect in a country.” Gas lines added to the science labs at the high school -Nelson Mandela Roof repair and replacement district-wide Replace and repair HVAC systems and install HVAC controls Upgrade/install communications systems at both campuses Install direct emergency connectivity to local emergency response units Adding more electrical outlets to classrooms to increase technology access The bond issue will allow for these additions and improvements at no additional tax increase for the public. Several other maintenance and infrastructure improvements are also planned. School Bond Lone Jack Student Safety #1 Priority With the passage of the special election school bond, security improvements to both the high school and elementary campuses take precedence to the renovations and additions to our schools. Security improvements will include additional improved cameras across the district, as well as providing both buildings direct emergency response connectivity and upgrading our communication systems. In addition, a secure vestibule will be added to the High School to allow for the safe entrance of students and guests, instead of the direct access to halls the entrance currently provides. Singing in the rain! ... (and the heat and the cold!) The bond passage will allow the district to replace approximately two-thirds of the district's roofs and all of the oldest heating/cooling units, allowing for a much more efficient use of maintenance management and monies. By adding control systems to the HVAC, enhanced efficiency will help control energy output and reduce costs. At the elementary, outside ventilation will be provided to increase fresher air circulation. It’s…Science! (& More!) For more Information We want our students to be able to perform science labs and experiments with the best of them, and that's why the passage of this bond provides the installation of gas lines to the science labs. In addition, more electrical outlets will be provided in the classrooms, which will enhance teacher/student technology access greatly! Technology infrastructure will be beefed up as well! For more information, please feel free to contact: Mr. Bryan Prewitt, Superintendent 816) 697-3539 Lone Jack C6 School District 313 S. Bynum Rd. Lone Jack, MO 64070 Lone Jack C6 School District Bond and Levy Issue •November 4, 2014 The bond passage will allow the district to replace approximately two-thirds of the district's roofs and all of the oldest heating/cooling units, allowing for a much more efficient use of maintenance management and monies. By adding control systems to the HVAC, enhanced efficiency will help control energy output and reduce costs. At the elementary, outside ventilation will be provided to increase fresher air circulation. We want our students to be able to perform science labs and experiments with the best of them, and that's why the passage of this bond provides the installation of gas lines to the science labs. In addition, more electrical outlets will be provided in the classrooms, For Our Kids, which will enhance teacher/student technology For the Future access greatly! Technology infrastructure will be beefed up as well! Lone Jack The school district is asking the citizens of Lone Jack to vote on this initiative. We happily invite all parents, patrons, staff, and community members to attend a dinner/informational forum so that your questions can be answered. Please plan on attending one of these special evenings to learn more about the bond issue. Important Bond issue dates Sunday, October 12, 5 p.m. Community Dinner/Informational Forum Lone Jack Elementary School Wednesday, October 22, 6 p.m. Community Dinner/Informational Forum Lone Jack High School Election Day “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.” — Benjamin Franklin School Bond Tuesday, November 4 Lone Jack C6 School District Bond and Levy Issue •April 7, 2009 Where and when do I vote? For the bond issue to pass, a 57% majority is needed. Registered voters of the Lone Jack C6 School District may vote on November 4, 2014 at the following sites: Precinct Polling Place Van Buren Township 41 & 42………….. Lone Jack Primary School Van Buren Township 38, 39 & 40 ………Lone Jack Mid-Continent Library Polk Township 19……………………….Strasburg City Hall Pittsville District ………………………....Enon Baptist Church Who can I call if I still have questions? For more information, please feel free to contact: Mr. Brian Prewitt, Superintendent …………………………….(816) 697-3539 Lone Jack C6 School District 313 S. Bynum Rd. Lone Jack, MO 64070 Election Date November 4 Lone Jack School Bond
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