Multiple U.S. School Districts Propose Bonds Totaling Over $300M for Expansions, Upgrades

Several U.S. school districts are pursuing bond referendums to address infrastructure needs and accommodate growth. Spartanburg School District 5 in South Carolina is proposing a $200 million bond for new school construction and renovations, following a previously approved $295 million bond in 2021. Holland Public Schools in Michigan seeks voter approval to maintain its current millage rate through a $49 million bond to complete facility upgrades, including the district’s first football stadium. Panorama School District in Iowa is collecting signatures for a $19.6 million bond to improve security, HVAC systems, and expand trades education facilities, emphasizing community use of school amenities. Bath Township in Michigan is asking voters to approve a $26.8 million bond focused on safety and maintenance projects, highlighting that it will not increase current tax rates. Meanwhile, Rapid City Area Schools in South Dakota is gathering community feedback via a survey to inform future bond proposals after a 2020 attempt failed to meet the required approval threshold.