“Children First!” ENCINITAS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT “Children First!” PROPOSITION P

DESCRIPTORS OF SCHOOLS High performing students Top ranked schools Great parent involvement Innovative teaching practices Caring and involved staff

HIGH PERFORMANCE 905 District Academic Performance Index state target (All EUSD schools higher) perfect score All schools are California Distinguished Schools – OPE, ECC recognized again! Multiple awards and honors for programs

CHALLENGES FACING EUSD Need to develop new models and designs for 21 st Century teaching and learning Aging Facilities and Infrastructure Outdated Technology Budget Issues ($6 M budget cut)

Solution – Proposition P Facility bond extension Funds must be spent locally and cannot be taken away by the State Can be used for capital facility and technology projects only Can’t be used to pay for teacher or administrative salaries Money saved through energy efficiency can be used to directly support classrooms

IMPACT AREAS FUNDED BY PROPOSITION P 21 st Century Classrooms 21 st Century Classrooms Improving student access to computers and modern technologyImproving student access to computers and modern technology Green Initiative Projects Green Initiative Projects Energy/water efficiency for the environment and to keep more money in the classroomEnergy/water efficiency for the environment and to keep more money in the classroom Facility Upgrades and Renovations Facility Upgrades and Renovations Outdated classrooms and infrastructure need to be brought up to today’s educational, safety, and technological standardsOutdated classrooms and infrastructure need to be brought up to today’s educational, safety, and technological standards

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS Each site has specific list compiled from 5- year facility needs plan and Board walk- through facility needs list. Proposition P would: –Repair and replace leaky roofs –Replace deteriorating plumbing systems –Upgrade outdated and inadequate electrical systems –Modernize classrooms, restrooms, and facilities –Replace old heating and ventilation systems

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS Leaky roofs must be replaced Deteriorating plumbing and sewer systems need renovation Aging facilities need upgrading

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS Electrical systems must be upgraded Windows need to be replaced Energy efficiency should be improved

SPECIFIC SITE FACILITY NEEDS Maintained, but outdated, equipment should be upgraded Outdated restrooms need to be modernized Many buildings are in need of repair

Encinitas Union School District Green Initiative

ENERGY EFFICIENCY GOALS Reduce energy and water use at all campuses Upgrade plumbing, windows, heating, and air conditioning for greater efficiency Save general fund dollars that can be used to support classrooms

GREEN INITIATIVE PROJECTS Solar panels at 7 schools Solar tubes and natural lighting Reclaimed water for irrigation Waterless urinals Upgrade heating and air conditioning System wide usage monitoring

ENERGY SAVINGS District currently spends approximately $1 million on electricity and $200,000 on water use every year. Solar panels and more efficient heating and air conditioning will cut total energy costs by at least 60%. Reclaimed water should cut water use by 50% Total annual savings to District = $700,000 Can be used to keep class sizes small!

21 st CENTURY CLASSROOMS

CONFIGURATION OF K-2 CLASSROOM All K-2nd grade classrooms will consist of the following tools for teaching and learning: Teacher computing station Printer Document camera LCD projector Projection screen Interactive white board Learning software Classroom computer lab

CONFIGURATION OF 3-6 CLASSROOM All 3 rd – 6 th grade classrooms will consist of the following tools for teaching and learning: Teacher computing station Printer Document camera LCD projector Projection screen One computer for every student Learning software

COMPUTERS / TECHNOLOGY Replace/upgrade technology infrastructure Funds set aside for technology endowment refresh (5 -7 year replace / repair) Allows for new technology upgrades Software changes Not one-time focus Gives district time to acquire additional funding for long-term technology planning

TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION AND DESIGN CENTER

CENTER DESCRIPTION Multi-purpose facility Media presentation room Design work areas Labs Broadcasting studio Access to community learning facilities Designed to be used by all students and staff

Proposition P Details Bond extension similar to 1996 election Rate stays same for taxpayers On November, 2010 ballot Requires 55% approval for passage High level of community support for schools and projects on facility list Would save district general fund dollars Would give students access to state-of-art classrooms and technology

OTHER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES With the passage of Proposition P, EUSD may also be eligible for: - Solar installation rebates - Joint use grants for Technology Center - State construction matching funds Proposition P – on the November ballot!

ENCINITAS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT Where children come first!