— by Eric Webb, Superintendent, Orcas Island School District —
We wish to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the voters of Orcas Island for your support of our School Bond and Levy. The passing of the school bond and levy will help to ensure that our students are being educated in safe, warm, and modernized buildings with access to upgraded and improved athletic fields.
The Bond will allow the district to complete 10 identified projects including:
- Old Gym: Fire Sprinkler Replacement, Electrical Systems Renovation, Seismic Compliance, Energy Systems Upgrade, Floor Renovation, Restroom and Locker Room Renovation, Equipment and Acoustics Updates
- High School HVAC
- School Road and Parking Lot Improvements
- High School Water Improvements
- Electronic Access Door Openers
- New Music/Multi-Purpose Room
- Elementary Interior Finish Upgrades
- Elementary Exterior Waterproofing Improvements
- High School Interior Finishes and Vestibules
- Waldron Door, Roof, Painting Improvements
The Levy will enable us to correct fundamental problems with the original installation of Orcas Island School District athletic fields.
Your Bond and Levy dollars will be used thoughtfully and deliberately with our students’ best interests at heart to maintain the level of education and provide the opportunities that you have come to expect from Orcas Island School District.
We recognize that our local community supports students not only with the passage of this bond and levy but also with parental involvement, volunteerism, and community attendance at sporting events, concerts and other student activities. We are humbled by the support we receive from you year after year!
I am honored to serve as your Superintendent of Schools.
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