ENCINITAS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

“Children First!”

PROPOSITION P

DESCRIPTORS OF SCHOOLS

High performing studentsTop ranked schoolsGreat parent involvementInnovative teaching practicesCaring and involved staff

HIGH PERFORMANCE905 District Academic Performance Index- 800 state target (All EUSD schools higher)- 1000 perfect scoreAll schools are California Distinguished Schools – OPE, ECC recognized again!Multiple awards and honors for programs

CHALLENGES FACING EUSD

Need to develop new models and designs for 21st Century teaching and learning

Aging Facilities and Infrastructure

Outdated Technology

Budget Issues ($6 M budget cut)

Solution – Proposition PFacility bond extensionFunds must be spent locally and cannot be taken away by the StateCan be used for capital facility and technology projects onlyCan’t be used to pay for teacher or administrative salariesMoney saved through energy efficiency can be used to directly support classrooms

IMPACT AREAS FUNDED BY PROPOSITION P 21st Century Classrooms

• Improving student access to computers and modern technology

Green Initiative Projects• Energy/water efficiency for the environment and to

keep more money in the classroom

Facility Upgrades and Renovations• Outdated classrooms and infrastructure need to be

brought up to today’s educational, safety, and technological standards

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS

Each site has specific list compiled from 5-year facility needs plan and Board walk-through facility needs list.Proposition P would: – Repair and replace leaky roofs– Replace deteriorating plumbing systems– Upgrade outdated and inadequate electrical systems– Modernize classrooms, restrooms, and facilities – Replace old heating and ventilation systems

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS

Leaky roofs must be replaced

Deteriorating plumbing and sewer systems

need renovation

Aging facilities need upgrading

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS

Electrical systems must be upgraded

Windows need to be replaced

Energy efficiency should be improved

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS

Maintained, but outdated, equipment should be

upgraded

Outdated restrooms need to

be modernized

Many buildings are in need of

repair

Encinitas Union School District

Green Initiative

ENERGY EFFICIENCY GOALSReduce energy and water use at all campuses

Upgrade plumbing, windows, heating, and air conditioning for greater efficiency

Save general fund dollars that can be used to support classrooms

GREEN INITIATIVE PROJECTS

Solar panels at 7 schoolsSolar tubes and natural lightingReclaimed water for irrigationWaterless urinalsUpgrade heating and air conditioningSystem wide usage monitoring

ENERGY SAVINGSDistrict currently spends approximately $1 million on electricity and $200,000 on water use every year.

Solar panels and more efficient heating and air conditioning will cut total energy costs by at least 60%.

Reclaimed water should cut water use by 50%

Total annual savings to District = $700,000

Can be used to keep class sizes small!

21st CENTURY CLASSROOMS

CONFIGURATION OF K-2 CLASSROOM

All K-2nd grade classrooms will consist of the following tools for teaching and learning:

Teacher computing stationPrinter Document cameraLCD projectorProjection screenInteractive white boardLearning softwareClassroom computer lab

CONFIGURATION OF 3-6 CLASSROOM

All 3rd – 6th grade classrooms will consist of the following tools for teaching and learning:

Teacher computing stationPrinter Document cameraLCD projectorProjection screenOne computer for every studentLearning software

COMPUTERS / TECHNOLOGY Replace/upgrade technology infrastructureFunds set aside for technology endowment refresh (5 -7 year replace / repair)Allows for new technology upgradesSoftware changesNot one-time focusGives district time to acquire additional funding for long-term technology planning

TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION AND DESIGN CENTER

CENTER DESCRIPTIONMulti-purpose facilityMedia presentation roomDesign work areasLabsBroadcasting studioAccess to community learning facilitiesDesigned to be used by all students and staff

Proposition P Details

Bond extension similar to 1996 electionRate stays same for taxpayersOn November, 2010 ballotRequires 55% approval for passageHigh level of community support for schools and projects on facility listWould save district general fund dollars Would give students access to state-of-art classrooms and technology

OTHER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

With the passage of Proposition P, EUSD may also be eligible for:- Solar installation rebates- Joint use grants for Technology Center- State construction matching funds

Proposition P – on the November ballot!

ENCINITAS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

Where children come first!