Posted February 6, 2025
Board Calls for May 3 Bond Election
The Splendora ISD trustees voted unanimously on February 5, to include a bond election on the May 3 ballot. Registered voters within the Splendora ISD attendance zone will be asked to consider a $150 million bond proposition for projects that address current student needs and accommodate growing enrollment. Bonds will be repaid with no increase to the Splendora ISD tax rate.
In a recent update to Splendora ISD’s demographic report, Population and Survey Analysts (PASA) confirmed enrollment will almost triple over the next nine years. The projects in the bond proposal include junior high school No. 2, new classrooms, labs, performance spaces across the district, and additional warehouse space for support services like child nutrition, custodial, and technology.
Splendora ISD Superintendent Jeff Burke said, “The demographic reports tell us the community is growing. The projects in this bond will ensure we have the schools and facilities to keep up with that growth.”
The Splendora ISD Bond Steering Committee and Land & Facilities Committee have been meeting to study and discuss district long-range plans and the growing enrollment needs. The Bond Steering Committee made a recommendation, which the Board of Trustees accepted at their January meeting.
"I appreciate the Bond Steering Committee’s hard work—this plan benefits our students and respects our taxpayers. The phased approach is smart and keeps us within our means,” according to Board President Allen Wells.