I wanted to give our patrons a visual break down of the budget for the upcoming bond issue. 56.4% of the funds will be used for safety and academics, 8.7% of the funds will be recurring bonds to be used for various projects across the district some of which are also safety related as well as technology and building upgrades, 8.1% of the funds are budgeted for the new track, 8.1% of the funds are also budgeted to turf the football/soccer field, 7.3 % of the budget is for new route buses, 6.3% is the required amount set aside as contingency funds, 4.5% is designated for architectural/engineering and surveying fees, and less than 1% is for furniture and equipment.
We will hold one last community informational meeting on Monday, September 11th at 5:00 pm at the McLoud School Board Office. Voting will be Tuesday, September 12th.
Thank you,
Mrs. Rhonda Hockenbury
McLoud Schools Superintendent
Information about purchasing tickets and parking for the big game tomorrow night.
I hope to see you all there supporting our young men.
Now, more than ever, schools must take robust security measures to protect students and saff. Some essential security considerations are: 1) effective communication, 2) access control, 3) clear signage, 4) perimeter security, 5) cameras, 6) visitor management, 7) security lighting, 8) emergency procedure education, and 9) risk assessments.
McLoud Public Schools has completed risk assessments at each building site, we have access control (badge readers) at main entrances, we use common language for drills and practice them frequently, we have purchased hand-held radios to communicate throughout the district, we updated camera equipment for multiple sites and areas throughout the district, we added fencing in some areas, we have worked with local authorities to develop emergency plans, we are in the process of adding clear signage to all building sites, and we employ a full-time resource officer.
Our proposed bond issue will assist us in completing this list of safety measures. Double entrances will secure buildings and ensure all visitors are checked in through the office. Additional classrooms will limit student transition between buildings throughout the day. Finally, the bond will allow for additional fencing and security lighting across the district.
Voting for the bond issue is Tuesday, September 12th.
The main gate will be available for cash patrons to enter. The first home game is September 15th. GoFan ticket purchases can not be screenshots and must be redeemed at the gate.
Go Redskins!!!
To expedite entry into the stadium, the side gate will be available for GoFan/Family/Student pass holders to enter.
Security and efficiency changes coming. The inner gate will no longer be open to parking. Handicapped parking has been added in the main lot by access points. Emergency vehicles need the inner lot to be cleared of traffic.
McLoud Family - Bus 9 will be running late this afternoon. Thank you.
We had a great informational meeting last night. Zack Robinson with Bank of Oklahoma explained district valuation and how mills were figured for bond issues. He reassured tax payers and gave great visuals to support his presentation.
Geo Surfaces spoke about the advantages of turf including: environmentally friendly, year-round use, consistent playing surface, no fertilizing or pesticides, no watering, no painting, community multi-purpose, less maintenance, and concussion protocal testing.
Safety continues to remain at the forefront of everyone's mind. Remember the bond will be providing numerous safety additions and upgrades to the district. We will have one last informational meeting on September 11th at 5:00 pm at the McLoud School Board Office.
Voting for the bond will take place at your usual voting polls on Tuesday, September 12th.
Redskin fans,
Please come out Thursday night and support your Lady Redskins in softball. Tickets can be purchased at the game with cash or now using GoFan. Scan the QR code for direct access to GoFan.
We want to pass along this important message from Harrah Public Schools. We will cooperate fully with them to provide these additional safety measures for Friday's game. We will also be working to put our own safety measures into place prior to our home opener on September 15th.
Congratulations Lady Redskins for placing second in the conference tournament.
Lady Redskins win
Softball info!!!
Wrestling Info!
Bond Issue 2023 - 80% of this bond focuses on student safety and academics. Secure entry points, fencing, lighting, parking, traffic diversion, and limiting student movement from building to building. We will construct new technology and science labs as part of the 12 classroom addition to the High School East. The remaining funds will update some of our athletic facilities and help us construct a track for our athletes who currently run on dirt.
Please join us August 28th at 6:00 pm for an Informational Meeting at the McLoud School Board Office. We appreciate your support.
Redskins make it to finals!
The format for our next community meeting will be slightly different. We have invited Geo Surfaces, INC and Zack Robinson from Bank of Oklahoma to give presentations to the community about the upcoming bond issue. Geo Surfaces will bring samples of the turf and discuss the benefits and safety upgrades it provides and Zack will present on the financial side of the bond and millage rates. We hope you will join us on August 28th at 6:00 pm at the McLoud School Board Office for the informative meeting.
McLoud Family - Bus 9 will be running late this afternoon. Thank you.
Redskins win again!!!
Students, get your season pass!!! More info on the district website.
