a safe and connected future

Marshall Public Schools develops the potential of each learner for success

in a changing world!

A Safe and Connected Future

Funding the Needs of Marshall Public Schools

Prepared by: Dr. Klint Willert, Superintendent of Schools

Fall 2013

Marshall Public School District 413 develops the potential of each learner

for success in a changing world!

Two areas of identified need. . .

Challenges of the “New Normal”

A view to the future through a different lens!



School Safety/Security . . .

“Educators who take active roles and initiate positive programs rather than just react when negative conditions arise help create successful schools.”~ National School Safety Center

“…the aftermath of the Connecticut tragedy has spotlighted inconsistencies at schools, funding concerns and a heightened interest in basic security measures, even if they would not prevent an attack like the one at Sandy Hook.” ~ Washington Post article 1/27/13



How many schools have changed security . . .



Educational Technology . . .

Education Secretary Arne Duncan on Oct. 2, 2012 called for the nation to move as fast as possible away from printed textbooks and toward digital ones. “Over the next few years, textbooks should be obsolete!” ~ Arne Duncan, US Secretary of Education

“Students must have access to the technical, digital and career pathway skills necessary for success in the global economy.” ~ EdTech Action Network



Educational Technology . . .



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Strategic ChallengeAddressing the need to fund security measures and technology needs for all students

Funding the security and technology needs without impacting other programs and opportunities

How Does Marshall Compare?



Referendum Funding Across the State ~ We are not alone. . .

Approximately 91% of all school districts in Minnesota rely on levy funds – average funding is $921 per pupil unit!

Referendum Funding Across the State ~ We are not keeping pace . . .o Marshall has a current referendum of $675 per pupil unit

o The current state average for referendum funding is $921 per pupil unit. That is $246 per pupil unit more than Marshall Public Schools OR over 36% more than Marshall!



Marshall Comparison to Area School Districts



Marshall Operating Referendum Comparison with Conference



Marshall Operating Referendum Comparison with Similar Size

Community Investments Pledges Made ~ Commitments Fulfilled!



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Operating Referenda Approved and Utilized

1998, 2003, 2007, and 2011 referenda . . . Essential programs funded –

All day, every day kindergarten Class size reduction (K-4 specifically) Technology infrastructure support Support for student intramural based activities Expansion of high school curriculum choices with block

scheduling Vocational and advanced educational opportunities for

students



Typical Results from MPS Academics

99% graduation rate Post graduation

4 year college – 73.12% 2 year tech/community college – 18.28% Workforce – 7.53% Military – 1.08% Average ACT composite score – 22.7

Source: District’s data on the 2013 Senior Class



Typical Activities Results from MPS

In the past 5 years, Marshall has had teams and/or individuals participate in the state tournament in: Volleyball Swimming and Diving Cross Country Girls Basketball Boys Basketball Wrestling Gymnastics Dance Team Girls Hockey Boys Golf Girls Golf Track and Field Boys Hockey

Nationally competitive marching band

Nationally competitive speech group

Nationally competitive Business Professionals organization

Emerging and growing robotics team

Regionally competitive knowledge bowl team

Regionally competitive mathematics team



The challenge the community faces is to balance the needs and the goals of the district with limited

resources by planning ahead and working together.



What about security needs?

Building analysis – need to reconfigure main entrance areas of each building to direct all visitors to the main office. This is not an option.

Invest in ongoing efforts to ensure campus and building security for all students.



What about technology needs?

MPS has made several strategic investments in technology infrastructure, however, we need to address hardware needs such as desktop computers and hand-held personal learning devices

MPS needs to continue innovating with strategic investments in technology on an annual basis to enhance student engagement and achievement – It is not an option.



What will the community vote on?

QUESTION ~ $150 per pupil unit for two needs: Safety/Security Improvements Technology Needs

Question begins July 1, 2014 for 4 years

It will be a net school tax decrease for property tax payers



Remember . . . November 5th, 2013

Polling hours – 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Marshall National Guard Armory



Question and

Answer Time



Follow-up:Dr. Klint W. Willert

Superintendent of Schools401 S. Saratoga StreetMarshall, MN 56258

(507)[email protected]@marshall.k12.mn.us

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