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November 2013
The Hopkins High School orchestras will perform a special concert just for children. Kid-friendly activities, followed by music; kids can wear pajamas to this free event. October 29, 5:45 p.m. Hopkins High School 2400 Lindbergh Dr., Minnetonka
Free STEM events for preschoolers & parents!
Hopkins High School Fall Musical
Join us for STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) Let’s Build events. Ages 3-5.
Join us for Little Shop of Horrors November 21, 22, 23, 7:00 p.m. November 22, 2:00 p.m. matinee Meadowbrook: November 12, 10:00 a.m. Hopkins High School Theater Glen Lake: November 12, 6:30 p.m. Times are tentative, please call Gatewood: November 14, 6:30 p.m. 952-988-4636 or visit: Tanglen: November 14, 6:30 p.m. Alice Smith: November 18, 10:00 a.m. Eisenhower: November 22, 10:00 a.m.
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Spanish Instruction Comes to all Hopkins Elementary Schools Anticipated level of proficiency after program completion is Spanish II
Cast your vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Hopkins Public Schools is conducting a referendum with two ballot questions — an operating referendum levy and a capital projects levy. In addition, three seats on the Hopkins School Board are open. The seats are held by Directors Betsy Anderson, Warren Goodroad, and Susan Wootten.
XinXing students awarded for Chinese proficiency
On Oct. 3, 150 XinXing Academy students were honored at the first-annual Chinese Proficiency Award Ceremony and Reception. The event, sponsored by the Confucius Institute, recognized all students who have mastered Chinese proficiency on the 2013 Youth Chinese Test (YCT), the Hangu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) test, or the 2013 Confucius Institute Cup international writing competition. XinXing was wellrepresented at the ceremony. Those honored included 60 fifth- and sixth-grade students, 90 percent of fourth-grade students, and the entire third grade.
Language has opened Laura Levesque’s world. She is fluent in English, Spanish, and French and has been able to communicate in all 30 countries that she has traveled to. It’s that passion that propels her to teach in the Hopkins Public Schools elementary Spanish program. “I always knew I wanted to do something with language,” said Levesque. “I majored in French and Spanish in college and later went back to get my teaching degree.” Levesque is one of three Spanish teachers hired this year to implement the FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools) model into the Hopkins elementary program. This year, FLES is in kindergarten and first-grade. The program will grow a grade level each year until it reaches full implementation in sixth-grade. The style of teaching is similar to immersion in that the Spanish teachers only speak to students in Spanish. In the younger grades, teachers use gestures, familiar books, and objects to help convey meaning. What is different from immersion is the amount of time Spanish is spoken. Instead of the entire day being in Spanish, it’s 20 minutes a day, three times a week for kindergarten, and 30 minutes a day, three times a week for first-grade. Students are currently working on basic Spanish words and phrases like colors, days of the week, numbers, and greetings. Applying techniques similar to acting, Levesque and her colleagues use gestures and exaggerated expressions to help students understand meaning. Songs are often used to help with memorization. Students are absorbing the language quickly. In late October, first-graders will begin studying a health unit in Spanish.
One of the strategies for introducing students to the Spanish language is reading books that children are familiar with in Spanish.
dramatically changed and a different cognitive approach is required to learn another language.
In order for our students to reach higher levels of proficiency, we need to design and implement a well-articulated world language acquisition program starting in kindergarten that is continuous and uninterrupted.
The importance of learning a language young It’s beneficial to expose children to a new language when their minds are open. Research indicates that younger children are able to grasp language much more easily than older children. At age five, a child’s brain is able to acquire language naturally. By the age of 10, a child’s mind has
“In order for our students to reach higher levels of proficiency, we need to design and implement a well-articulated world language acquisition program starting in kindergarten that is continuous and uninterrupted,” said Lisa Sohn, world language coordinator for Hopkins Public Schools. Alignment with the secondary program According to Sohn, students who start the program this year and continue on with it through sixth-grade can expect to enter junior high with a proficiency level of Spanish II. The FLES program is complementary to the junior highs’ International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP), which requires language acquisition and cultural proficiency. The FLES program focuses on Spanish language acquisition and the Latino culture. Much of the material is authentic, and there are cultural units on Spain, Peru, Costa Rica, and Mexico.
Strong parent support Having FLES in the elementary schools offers an option, other than immersion, for families who want their child exposed to a world language. Hopkins decided to implement the FLES program after a survey revealed that 89 percent of District parents would support Spanish see World Language inside
Hopkins Business Teacher Spends Summer at the New York Stock Exchange Building the teacher component had a few bumps, mostly with technology. The teaching community is accustomed to using cloud-based collaboration resources like Google Docs and Dropbox. The NYSE, however, was neither familiar nor comfortable with these tools. In the end, they designed a type of Intranet that could accommodate technology collaboration without compromising the exchange’s steely security.
participate in the New York Stock Exchange Summer Program, an educational week-long seminar for top-performing business teachers designed to teach future generations how to invest money. The seminar provided valuable information, but did not allow teachers the opportunity to connect and discuss how they could incorporate this knowledge into their classrooms. Based on his experience working with teachers in Hopkins, Braaten was recruited by the NYSE to return the following summer as the facilitator of all the teacher sessions. It was an offer he could not refuse.
Hopkins Business Teacher David Braaten (standing right) facilitating a teacher workshop at the New York Stock Exchange
Sometimes you end up somewhere completely unexpected. That’s just how life is. Last summer, David Braaten, chair of the Hopkins business department, landed a gig at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) working with world-class financial investors and facilitating conversations with top teachers from around the country. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that was powerful, inspiring, and humbling.
After spending two summers at the NYSE, Braaten is more convinced than ever that the work Hopkins Public Schools is doing around financial literacy is relevant and impactful.
“I knew it would be important for teachers to communicate with each other,” said Braaten. “The information from the NYSE was incredible, but also overwhelming. There was a need for conversations about how teachers could implement it into the classroom.”
“It is not good enough for students to know how to save money, they have to know how to make their money grow. I feel very affirmed that we are doing the right thing for our students,” said Braaten. In 2011, Hopkins became the first district in Minnesota to make Financial Literacy a required course for graduation. Hopkins students take Financial Literacy in ninth-grade and then again in their junior or senior year.
Braaten designed a series of reflection sessions. He asked probing questions, focused on the common core, and asked teachers to think about how they could infuse what they were learning at the NYSE into their curriculum. Each seminar session culminated with a learning fair that included financial resources, lessons, and strategies that work well with kids.
“Any time you can participate in an experience away from your home base, it grows you as a person,” said Braaten. “You become much more interesting to students.” Braaten did not fall into this role by complete accident. Two summers ago, he was invited to World Language, continued from cover instruction in the elementary schools. Since the Board approved the decision to implement FLES in Feb. 2013, Sohn has worked at an ambitious pace to build a rigorous program. Three Spanish teachers have been hired and are working as a team with Sohn to build the program a grade level at a time.
Other world language offerings at Hopkins Public Schools
A first-grade student engaged in Spanish language learning.
“We hired good people and we have a strong plan,” said Sohn. “We have a clear vision and direction. We are in a good place.”
Teacher Laura Levesque teaches students about Latino heritage. The FLES program focuses on Spanish language acquisition and the Latino culture. Many of the materials are authentic, and there are cultural units on Spain, Peru, Costa Rica, and Mexico.
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Youth Enrichment
Family Swim Saturdays!
Saturdays, November 2-March 22 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Make a splash! Fun and fitness for the entire family — join us for swimming. Cost is only $10.00 per family per session. (No sessions Nov. 30, Dec. 28, Jan. 4) Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins Questions? 952-988-4070
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Hopkins Public Schools has a wide selection of language options available for families. XinXing Chinese immersion is available in K-6, and will continue on at West Junior High next year. The program will eventually grow into the high school. Juntos Spanish immersion is available at North Junior High. Hopkins High School has a variety of Advanced Placement and College in the Schools classes available in Spanish, French, and German.
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Early Childhood
Free class! Baby & Mama Yoga with Anne Melzer, certified yoga instructor, advanced prenatal training
A chance to connect with other moms and bond with your baby doing rejuvenating yoga movements.
Wednesday, November 13 5:30-6:30 p.m. Harley Hopkins Family Center Free, registration is required. Call 952-988-5046 or HopkinsCommunityEd.org Class #714-EFB. Babies ages 6 weeks to crawling are welcome.
District Life Changer
Lisa Sohn
From Lisa Sohn’s perspective, right now is an exciting time to be at Hopkins Public Schools. The world language coordinator (known to many as Lisa Shafranski) is building a new Spanish language program at the elementary level, a longtime goal that is finally becoming a reality. She loves working with the creative and intelligent staff who can think outside the box to make learning come to life. "I am thrilled that, in addition to our strong secondary program, Hopkins can now provide Spanish language instruction to every student in kindergarten and first grade — it was a collaborative effort, and I couldn't be happier with the progress."
Though she credits her colleagues, Lisa has played a significant role in advocating for world language instruction and developing new programs that gives Hopkins students the skills they will need to live and work in a global community. "Lisa is a tireless advocate — her passion, knowledge, creativity, and skill have been critical in the development and implementation of our elementary Spanish program, our Juntos Spanish Immersion model, and our secondary world language program," said Diane Schimelpfenig, director of teaching and learning. Background: Lisa has been a rolling stone. She began her teaching career in 1992 in North Dakota, and then moved to Wisconsin, making a career switch to become a communications specialist for Wells Fargo. In that role, she traveled across the United States from East to West providing investment updates in English and Spanish. In 2000, she decided to return to education and accepted a Spanish teaching position at Hopkins. Since then she has taught every level of secondary Spanish offered at Hopkins. What do you love most about working at Hopkins Public Schools? The people, definitely, many of whom are now my very best friends. I always feel supported and treated like a professional. Every person that I work with puts students and teachers first. Proudest moments? In May, when all the Minnesota CIS (College in the Schools) Spanish teachers go to the University of Minnesota to correct the writing portion of the proficiency exam for the Level 6 students. Every year teachers from other school districts comment on how well Hopkins students write in Spanish. It is a very proud moment for me. Almost every fall the CIS teachers will get emails from their former students who are now in college. The overwhelming message is ‘thank you for teaching me the way that you did, because it is helping me now at the next level.’ It is in those moments where you know that what you do matters. Life quote? Carpe Diem! Many things are possible for your students when you take a chance! Stats: • B.S. in Education, Minot State University, Minot, North Dakota, 1992. • M.A. in Education, Hamline University, St. Paul, Minnesota. Recently married, and concerned that with her new last name 'no one reading this will know me!,' Lisa Sohn serves as the District world language coordinator which includes FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary School), Juntos Spanish Immersion, and College in the Schools.
Where are they now?
Patrick Brown: 2004 graduate
Stats: University of Wisconsin, B.S., Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences, San Jose State University, M.S., Meteorology & Climate Science, Duke University, Ph.D. Earth & Ocean Sciences (expected 2016) fun facts When it comes to science, Patrick pretty much eats, sleeps, drinks, and breathes it — and then some. His childhood dream of being a scientist is now a happy reality. Patrick has presented his research at national conferences, and has published articles in scientific journals. Currently, Patrick is a Ph.D. student and research assistant. His next big dream is to become a research scientist at a national lab or agency. Patrick is presently entertaining the idea of writing a book about the influence of science on society. Favorite Band of 2004? Tom Petty. Hangout spot at Hopkins High School? KHOP video editing rooms. How did Hopkins prepare you? I learned great sportsmanship — useful well beyond high school What Hopkins staff member made a difference in your life? Excellent math and science teachers helped me lay the quantitative groundwork that I use daily as a researcher in a physical science.
LCDR Emily Reuter: 1999 graduate Stats: Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Coast Guard, Washington, D.C. • B.S., Government, U.S. Coast Guard Academy; Juris Doctor, College of William & Mary School of Law fun facts Imagine navigating a 378' Coast Guard cutter in the South China Sea, becoming a Judge Advocate General (JAG), teaching maritime law courses off the coast of Africa, or presenting a flag to the President of the United States at an Inauguration Luncheon. Emily has done all this and more serving as Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Coast Guard. Emily plans to continue public service and law practice — she enjoys giving back. Favorite Band of 1999? Tori Amos. Favorite hangout spot at Hopkins? The track. How did Hopkins prepare you? Challenging academic and AP courses, many extracurricular activities, and the engaging community of teachers and students were vital to my future. What Hopkins teacher made a difference? Science teacher, Dr. John Schultz, fostered confidence in me and taught me analytical skills and excitement for learning that enabled me to seek challenging opportunities in my life.
Community Spirit Arnold (Bill) Aberman
Known as a unique person, a great guy, and possibly Hopkins’ oldest volunteer at 88 years, Bill, aka ‘Papa Bill,’ is a beloved volunteer at Alice Smith Elementary. He is highly sought after by kindergarten teacher Diana Hetzler for his enthusiastic work reading with children. As Bill likes to say, ‘I don’t just read to kids, I try to show them the joys of reading.’ Bill reads to kindergartners every Wednesday morning at Alice Smith “To them I am Papa Bill, and it’s a win-win — I love it and they enjoy it.” Proudest moment volunteering? Reading to the kids and seeing their smiles makes me proud to do what I do. What person has influenced you most? My father. He escaped from anti-Semitism in Russia by hiding underneath a railroad car until it passed over the border. Then, somehow he made it to Minneapolis via Canada. He was so thankful for surviving that he felt he should do something for others, and started volunteering. He was my father and my idol. People would be surprised to learn... I was a model for Dayton's department store (I had way more hair back then!) Winter or Spring? I choose spring. I was born and raised right here in Minneapolis, but I have never really enjoyed winter. I volunteer because... Seeing the kids' joy in having me read to them keeps me young — it will allow me to live way past 100! Want to recognize a volunteer at Hopkins Public Schools? Email: Carrie.Gerard@HopkinsSchools.org
Jay Kinn: 1981 graduate Stats: Attorney and Business Affairs Executive, Warner Brothers Entertainment, Burbank, CA • B.A. Philosophy & Political Science, St. Olaf College, J.D., University of Minnesota Law School fun facts Jay’s work with new technologies started with the launch of DVDs in 1997. New media technologies now take him to Asia and Europe several times a year, building on a love of travel he developed during a long backpacking trip across India and China in the late 80s. He and his husband continue to travel, ski throughout the western United States, and attend as many live music performances as possible, all while managing in-house legal careers. Favorite Band of 1981? Queen. Favorite hangout spot at Hopkins High School? The Community Involvement room. How did Hopkins prepare you? The Community Involvement Program, and the encouraging teachers, instilled a life-long commitment to better my city, country, and world. What Hopkins staff member made a difference? Gladys Neiman, who had high expectations of me, and Nyra Rustad, whose belief in me made me raise my own standards. Update: November 2013
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November Events Young People’s Pajama Concert – Hopkins High School orchestras will perform a special concert for kids! Enjoy kid-friendly activities. October 29, 5:45 p.m. Hopkins High School Mall How to Handle A Mental Health Crisis: Parent’s Guide – a free event presented by Parent Catalyst Leadership Group. November 2, 9:30 a.m. - noon Eisenhower Community Center. Please register: hcpclg@yahoo.com How to Pay for College without Unmanageable Debt! – featuring presenters from College Advisors Network. November 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Eisenhower Community Center, Register: 952-988-4070, $14/family Toy Chest Drive – donations needed in order to provide new gifts to children of low-income families. November 15-December 15 ResourceWest, Hopkins, www.ResourceWest.org, 952-988-5350 Hopkins High School Fall Musical – Little Shop of Horrors November 21, 22, 23, 7:00 p.m. November 22, 2:00 p.m., matinee showing Times are tentative, check www.hhstheater.org or 952-988-4636. Hopkins High School Theater
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STEM Let’s Build events for preschoolers and parents
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HEF online auction fundraiser moves to November Online Auction Fundraiser begins November 11 Make a donation or bid on a variety of gift cards to restaurants, stores, tickets to sporting and theater events, and more.
Bring your preschooler and experience STEM at one of the following Let’s Build events: Meadowbrook Elementary, Nov. 12, 10:00 a.m. Glen Lake Elementary, Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m. Gatewood Elementary, Nov. 14, 6:30 p.m. Tanglen Elementary, Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m. Alice Smith, Nov. 18, 10:00 a.m. Eisenhower + XinXing, Nov. 22, 10:00 a.m. Visit HopkinsSchools.org/STEM for more information
There is something for everyone! Perfect for gift-giving!
Online Auction November 11-17 Questions? Please call the Hopkins Education Foundation at 952-988-4097 or email HEF@HopkinsSchools.org
Visit www.HopkinsEducationFoundation.org to view auction items
Hopkins Junior High Students Attend ‘We Day Minnesota’
send holiday cards to service men and women overseas, another planned to use her baking skills to raise funds for teens with cancer.
Preschoolers, ages 3-5, and parents are invited to free STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Let’s Build events. Featuring interactive STEM activities, the events are designed to make learning about science and engineering interesting, understandable, and fun for kids. Hopkins Public Schools is committed to preparing our students for a highly technical future. Out nationally recognized and researched elementary STEM curriculum, Engineering is Elementary (EiE), was developed by the Museum of Science, Boston. Hopkins is one of only three school districts in Minnesota to offer this advanced curriculum.
Your donations will help introduce our children to a world of learning opportunities.
At We Day, Hopkins joined nearly 400 other secondary schools in the state to view a selection of videos and listen to a series of speakers and performers promote youth engagement. Notable speakers included Mia Farrow, Jack Jablonski, and Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan; while performers ranged from Minneapolis native Dessa, to pop sensations The Jonas Brothers. Students from Hopkins North and West Junior Highs joined nearly 18,000 other students from across the state for the first-ever We Day Minnesota at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Thirty students from North and another 30 from West earned their tickets to the youth empowerment convention by submitting proposals for community and global service projects, which were reviewed by staff volunteers at the two junior highs. Sixty student proposals were chosen from the more than 200 submitted between the two schools. The winning proposals varied between a local and global focus. One student planned to
We Day was created by Canadians Craig and Marc Kielburger, founders of international service group Free the Children, to promote local and global service initiatives, while celebrating the efforts of young people to positively impact the world. We Day Minnesota was the second event of its kind to take place outside of Canada, following Seattle.
View a proposal that earned a We Day ticket
Cast your vote on November 5, 2013
Referendum 2013
Information or questions:
online: www.HopkinsSchools.org/ref email: Ref@HopkinsSchools.org phone: 952-988-4099
November 2013
What do all these terms mean? Referendum: A legal vote or election by citizens on any issue. Operating Levy: A local tax that district residents approve to help support student programs, opportunities, and services in their local districts. These dollars are used to maintain or enhance the quality of existing educational and instructional programs and services. Capital Projects Levy (also called a technology levy or down payment levy): A local tax that gives school districts the ability to spread out major purchases to improve and upgrade building infrastructure over a specified number of years.
Community to vote on two levies on November 5 Hopkins Public Schools is conducting a referendum on Tuesday, November 5, with two ballot questions—one for an operating levy to support curriculum and maintain Hopkins Public Schools programs and services, and the other for a capital projects levy for safety and security, kitchen improvements, and technology upgrades. These levy dollars will reach every student, in every classroom, at every level of the District.
Ballot Question #1 What it is: Operating Levy
Voters will be asked to consider revoking the current operating referendum levy, which will expire in fiscal year 2015-16, and replace it with a new, 10-year levy that increases the per-student revenue amount by $418.23. This investment will generate an additional $3.1 million for the District the first year it is levied. What can I expect if the operating levy is successful? If passed, the new operating levy will allow Hopkins Public Schools to continue to offer proven student programming and services throughout the District. The levy would be in place for 10 years.
Ballot Question #2 What it is: Capital Projects Levy
Voters will also be asked to consider adding a capital projects levy that will generate approximately $1.75 million per year, for 10 years, at a tax rate of approximately 1.88 percent. What can I expect if the capital projects levy is successful? The capital projects levy would fund school safety and security updates, kitchen improvements and classroom-based technology upgrades. Specifically the capital projects levy would: • continue updates that are crucial to student security and safety including secured entrances, improved security technology, and barriers at each school. • upgrade kitchens to support our current nutritional standards, which include scratch cooking and minimal use of processed, heat-and-serve foods. • allow the District to continue to offer quality curriculum and technology experiences for students.
Where do I vote? Visit the Office of the Secretary of State:
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How do residents rate Hopkins Public Schools?
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Referendum 2013 Hopkins: A history of excellence In 2013, Hopkins High School was named one of “America’s Most Challenging Schools” by the Washington Post. Hopkins Public Schools is endorsed by the Minnesota High Tech Association for its leading efforts with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).
Our District is nationally recognized for its healthy school environment. All six Hopkins elementary schools are recipients of the Healthier U.S. School Challenge Bronze Award. Hopkins Public Schools has been recognized for its high level of financial accountability and transparency. The District has earned the Minnesota Department of Education finance award for five of the last six years. In 2013, for the third consecutive year, the District was awarded the ASBO (Association of School Business Officials International) Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting.
Excellence. Every School. Every Student. Every Day.
Q&A When is the election? Tuesday, November 5, 2013.
Formula Percent Increase 2003-2013
Why do we need to increase the operating levy? Over the past 10 years, state funding has not kept pace with inflation (see graph at top right). Although school districts did receive an increase of 1.5 percent from the state for fiscal years 2013-14 and 2014-15, the reality is one biennium cycle with an increase is not capable of addressing the entire funding shortfall. In Hopkins, for example, a 1.5 percent increase per year in the basic formula allowance per student would still leave us about $1 million short in our $80 million budget. This is because our overall costs are increasing by 2 percent a year. Further exacerbating the issue, some of this new money is allocated for state-programs like all-day kindergarten. To help offset this funding challenge, the legislature has granted us more local control by allowing us to increase our operating levy by $418.23 per student. This will help us maintain student programs and services and support curriculum upgrades. How does the operating levy compare to the rest of our budget? The existing operating levy accounts for $14 million of the District’s $80 million budget. The current levy will expire in fiscal year 2015-16. Doesn’t the District already have a capital projects levy in place? Yes, the District does have a capital projects levy in place. This levy, approved by voters in 2010, had the potential to provide up to $6.5 million to the District for technology upgrades.
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13.5% Actual Formula Inflation Increase
Basic education revenue is the primary source of general operating funds for school districts. Between 2003 and 2013, Minnesota’s basic per pupil funding formula increased from $4,601 to $5,224, an increase of 13.5 percent. During that same time period, inflation grew by 42.86 percent as measured by the Implicit Price Deflator (IPD) for state and local government purchases.
Why do we need a second capital projects levy? Over the past several budget cycles, the actual amount of the original capital projects levy has decreased nearly $700,000 annually due to decreasing residential and business property values. Furthermore, Hopkins Public Schools has identified needed improvements for building security and safety, as well as kitchen upgrades. Considering these projects, and the decreasing value of the existing capital projects levy, the District is considering an additional 10-year, capital projects levy costing approximately $1.75 million a year. For more information and additional FAQs visit: www.HopkinsSchools.org/Ref
Your Bottom Line: Tax Impact*
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Question 2: Capital Projects Levy Authorization (Per Year)
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$200,000
$72
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$108
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$250,000
$90
$47
$137
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$300,000
$108
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$166
$14
$350,000
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$16
$400,000
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Question 1: Operating Levy
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Per Month Total: Operating Levy and Capital Projects Levy Authorization
*The figures in this table are based on school district taxes for the capital projects levy and operating levy only, and do not include tax levies for other purposes. Tax increases shown above are gross increases, not including the impact of the state Property Tax Refund (“Circuit Breaker”) program. Many owners of homestead property will qualify for a refund, based on their income and total property taxes. This will decrease the net effect of the proposed ballot questions for many property owners.