Joint School District No. 2
~Supplemental Levy Election~
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
How much is the levy for? The levy is for $14 million per year for two years. After two years, a new levy would either need to be proposed by the Board of Trustees and approved by the voters, or the levy would expire.
How will the supplemental levy revenue be spent? The supplemental levy will be used to restore 9 school days during each of the next two school years. The levy will also be used to replace the one-time revenue that funds the school district’s current general operations.
What is the impact on the property tax rate? For a home with $100,000 in taxable value (the appraised value minus the homeowner’s exemption) the levy rate will cost approximately $9.58 per month, for a total of $115 per year.
Why did the district propose restoring school days? For a kindergartener entering school next year, 9 days of school missed each year would mean that student would miss 117 days of school by the time he or she graduates. 117 days equals 2/3rds of a year in lost instructional time.
What has the district done to reduce its expenditures?Over the last three years, the district’s state revenue has decreased by $18 million dollars while enrollment has increased by 1,670 students. During the same period, local funding for school operations has decreased by $16 million. The district has reduced administrative staff by 17 positions (14.4% of total staffing) and 128 teaching positions (5.4% of total staffing). In addition, the district has reduced the school calendar by 14 days that include 9 school days and 5 staff development and work days.
How do I vote? The polls will be open from 8 am until 8 pm. Polling locations are the same as the general election. You can find your polling place at www.idahovotes.gov/YourPollingPlace or by calling Ada County Elections at 287-6860. Voters can request an absentee ballot at http://www.adaweb.net/Clerk/Elections/AbsenteeEarlyVoting.aspx.
How can I find out more? More information about the proposed levy and links to information about how to vote are available on the district web site at www.meridianschools.org.
SPRING SPORTS MTG
TUESDAY, MARCH 13
6:00 PM - EMS MAIN GYM
PARENTS/STUDENTS
If you are interested in participating in any of the spring sport programs, please plan to attend this meeting. Information will be given that is pertinent to the success of student athletes.
EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
March 6th from 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m.
Eagle High School will be holding an Open House for next year’s incoming 9th grade class on Tuesday, March 6th. The Open House will feature teachers, advisors, and coaches from every department, organization, and athletic team. There will also be a session dedicated to answering all of your questions regarding Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors classes. If you have questions, please contact the Eagle High School Main Office at 350-4235.
EXPERIENCED PERFORMANCE DANCERS WANTED !!
If you are interested in becoming an Eagle High Edge Dancer be sure to stop by our table March 6th @ the EHS 8th grade Open House.
Edge Dancers will be there to answer any questions you or your parents may have
Tryout Information will be available
Contact info: cortneydances07@hotmail.com
Coach: Cortney Kirkes
NO SCHOOL
MONDAY, FEB. 20
PRESIDENT'S DAY
EHS Registration for 8th graders
- Wednesday, February 29th: Registration materials will be distributed through PE. Eagle High will be presenting information to students. Four year planners will be handed out at this time. Students will be asked to return registration forms to PE teachers by Wednesday, March 7th.
- Thursday, March 15th: EHS will be in the library facilitating online registration through Math classes. Math teachers will assist with math placement issues at that time.
Planning a trip?
Please don’t forget to call the attendance office before leaving.
The number is 208-350-4256 and is available 24 hours a day.
If a student is going to be absent for more than 3 days, it is recommended to get a pre-arranged absence form or an extraordinary absence form. You can find both on this website under “Parent Information” – “Information/Forms.”