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Dear Orange Schools Families,
It is hard to believe we are halfway through the month of October already! There is a lot going on in the school district and around the world, so I would like to take a moment to share some vital information.
Issue #11: Permanent Improvement Levy
On November 7th, the Orange City School District has a new Permanent Improvement levy on the ballot. Per the 2023 Auditor of State guidance, the District can provide this factual information about the levy. The ask is for a 1.5 mill Permanent Improvement (PI) levy which would generate approximately $1.8 million annually ($52.50 each year for every $100,000 of home value) for capital improvements, as well as upkeep and maintenance of the campus, school facilities and equipment such as security cameras and technology infrastructure. The District currently collects PI revenue for the aforementioned uses via the 1.0 mill levy that was passed in 2003. The proposed levy will generate enough PI funds to meet projected campus needs for improvements and upkeep as identified in the District's capital improvement plan. When PI expenses exceed the balance of the PI fund, the General Operating fund is used for these expenditures. For more information about the purpose and use of PI funds, click here.
Resources for Supporting Students
Considering recent violence in the news, it is natural for students to have questions or to need access to resources if they are upset. As I shared in an email earlier this week, our counselors and school support staff stand ready to support students who are in need. In addition, linked below are some resources for families to help process recent events as well as tips for navigating potential social media images and information that is likely not appropriate for teens and children.
Sincerely,
Lynn Campbell
Superintendent
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