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NO TAX RATE
INCREASE
The bond will build a second high school without raising the tax rate.
02
ACCOMMODATES STUDENT GROWTH
Current high school will exceed capacity by 200 students in 2028.
03
IMPACTS ALL BPS FAMILIES
The new high school will serve current 5th graders as freshmen when it opens, 3rd graders by year 3, and 1st graders by year 5.
vote FOR the bennington school bond
THE COMMUNITY AND STUDENTS NEED YOUR SUPPORT. BALLOTS ARE DUE MARCH 11.
VOTE YES FOR BPS
This isn’t about sports or class A or B; it’s about basic needs—enough classrooms, a large enough cafeteria, proper resources for teachers, and even enough parking. A YES vote is a vote for our kids and our community’s future.
The Miller Family - Pine Creek
Community Meetings
Join us for a community meeting hosted by Bennington Public Schools to learn more about the bond for a second high school. These meetings are a great opportunity to hear details about the bond, ask questions, and understand how it benefits our growing community.
Our community informational meetings have already taken place, but check out the details and FAQs to see how this initiative will impact our schools and community!
Wednesday, January 29th at 7pm
Bennington High School Auditorium, 16610 Bennington Road
Monday, February 3rd at 7pm
Anchor Pointe Elementary, 17007 HWS Cleveland Blvd
Tuesday, February 18th at 7pm
Bennington Middle School, 11201 N. 168th Street
FACT: No Tax Rate Increase
With cost reductions, the new bond will not increase the tax rate.
FACT: Expands Opportunities
Access to enhanced Career & Technical Education opportunities at both high schools.
FACT: Relieves Overcrowding
The new high school will make room for the growth of our student population in Bennington.
FACT: No Stadium Upgrades
No upgrades and varsity games will remain at the current stadium.
FACT: Repayment on Schedule
Currently on schedule to repay existing bond debt.
FACT: Open Fall 2028
If passed, the new high school would open for the 2028-29 school year.
Bennington School Bond Facts
