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The Homedale Jt. School District #370 seeks supplemental levy support to enhance school safety, academic programs, and vital staff positions. Failure could result in reduced electives, larger classrooms, and staff furloughs. Fund stability now for a better tomorrow.
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Homedale Jt. School District #370 Supplemental Levy August 27, 2013
What will the Levy Cover? • School Safety • Full Time Safety Resource Officer • Restore Full Time Counselor • Improve Parent Communication System • Emergency Information to Parents • Increase communication • Adding Text and Voice Calling
Student Achievement • Restore • 4th Grade Teacher • 5th Grade Teacher • High School Teacher • Full Time Librarian • 2 Paraprofessionals (Instructional Aides) • (1) Middle School ; (1) Elementary School • 2 Contract Days for Employees
Student Achievement Cont. • Continuation of Technology Integration Specialist • Implement Idaho Education Network (IEN) System for the Middle School
Misc. • Athletic Fee Reduction • ½ Time IT Support • Fund Balance Recovery/Stabilization
What if Levy Fails? • Effects on Students • Decreasing electives and programs • Increasing classroom sizes • Eliminate Non-Core Programs • Increasing fees for extra-curricular activities, athletics, etc.
What if Levy Fails? • Effects on Staff • Additional Furlough Days • Eliminating positions