SUSD Middle School Bond—Virginia Korte, Brad Casper

Charman of Starz, Virginia Korte discusses the 2010 SUSD Bond

Yes to Children Chairman and Dial Corp President and CEO Brad Casper talks about the SUSD Middle School Bond

Why is this the right time for a school bond election in Scottsdale?

Simply put, our buildings are run down; many of our middle schools are over 50 years old.  They are beyond their useful life, do not comply with modern safety standards, and are significantly outdated for the delivery of quality education.  Additionally, building costs and bonding financing rates are at historic lows, making now the right time to fix our aging schools.

What is the purpose of the SUSD Bond?

The SUSD bond is dedicated to rebuilding and remodeling the 7 middle schools in the district with the goals of increasing safety, efficiency and academic programming support.  Rebuilding the middle schools will address safety issues such as asbestos containment, security enhancements, and allow for the creation of safe and proper bus drop off areas.  In addition, rebuilding the aging structures will increase energy efficiency; replacing old, energy-draining air conditioning units will allow funds to be diverted from utility bills to the classroom.  The bond will also support the kind of programming and curricula that is demanded by and required for our students to be successful in the 21^st century.  Better equipped science labs, increased foreign language labs, and continuing enhancement of technology will enable these new schools to promote and deliver the skills to our students that will prepare them for the 21^st century global marketplace.  Once passed, bond projects are expected to start in May 2011.

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