Great Schools in a Great Community
About the Bond Proposal
St. Joseph Public Schools is committed to maintaining a long-term facility master plan that complements the District's B.E.A.R. Strategic Plan. Rooted in programmatic and strategic goals, the District has worked to create a plan that would address the most needed infrastructure, classroom and security needs across the District.
Internal stakeholder and community member feedback was key to creating this plan that would continue to move the district forward and maintain our schools. To address these infrastructure, programming, safety and security needs, and to ensure we are creating a responsible ask, the Board of Education invites the community to consider a bond proposal at the November 4, 2025 election.
If approved, the bond would generate $59,995,000 for districtwide improvements without an expected increase to the current millage rate.
Coffee Chats
Join the conversation with Superintendent Kristen Bawks.
August 27, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
SJPS Central Office - 2580 S. Cleveland Ave
September 3, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Martin's Supermarket - 2121 S. Cleveland Ave
September 24, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Forte Coffee - 2045 Niles Rd
October 16, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Roger's Foodland - 4039 Hollywood Rd
October 21, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Lincoln Elementary School - 1102 Orchard Ave
October 23, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Chocolate Cafe - 300 State St
October 28, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Lincoln Elementary School - 1102 Orchard Ave
October 30, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Upton Middle School - 800 Maiden Ln
*If these dates do not work for you, please contact Superintendent Kristen Bawks at kbawks@sjschools.org for a time that works to meet.
Key Projects
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Improving Safety & Security
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Improving traffic flow
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Replacing exterior doors
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Replacing safety barriers
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Installing window glazing
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Updating spaces for ADA compliance
Addressing Infrastructure
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Upgrading mechanical systems
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Improving exteriors and interior lighting
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Replacing aged roofs
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Upgrading transportation
Updating Learning Environments
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Adding instructional spaces
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Upgrading interior finishes
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Updating athletic facilities
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Improving existing classrooms
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Upgrading technology
St. Joseph Public Schools takes great pride in our buildings and grounds. Our team of facility professionals maintain the buildings to maximize the life of all building systems. Just as the case with residential properties, building systems do have a lifecycle and there are areas of our buildings in need of immediate attention. The 2025 bond ask will support ongoing infrastructure replacement and enhancements.
