Citizen's Bond Planning Committee

The parameters have changed significantly over several years, as have the grading criteria.

We share the information as often as we can; we’ll make that an emphasis during our informational campaign if the Board chooses to call a bond election; and we ask citizens like you to help share information with your friends, family and neighbors. If you know of any community groups (neighborhood associations, civic organizations, etc.) that would like to schedule time for us to speak, we would be honored to do so!

We are planning for a potential May 2023 bond so hopefully there will not be any confusion among voters.

If/when the Board of Trustees votes to call an election, we will execute a comprehensive communications plan to educate voters on what’s proposed. Keep in mind that during an election, CFBISD employees must adhere to the Election Code which does not allow for anything that can be considered advocacy or political advertising. While we can’t “sell” it, we will share facts about the proposal.

Thank you! We’ve enjoyed seeing our teachers work together with purpose in spaces designed for this type of collaboration!

Thank you! We enjoyed sharing the information with this awesome group!

We celebrate excellent academic choice and programming in CFBISD. Advanced Placement, OnRamps and Dual Credit classes are offered in CFBISD facilities or at our partner college campuses. Unlike CTE classes, these courses work well in traditional classrooms. Please take a look at our Middle and High School Planning Guides. The information you requested begins on page 25 of the high school guide.

At this point, there is not a set budget for our next bond. That will be determined in part by lifecycle needs we have, innovative changes this committee would like to recommend, and what the Board of Trustees chooses to call. It is likely that it would be higher than $314 million due to the number of projects we’re considering and the cost of inflation, etc. The $314 million talked about at the meeting was for the upcoming 2022-2023 operating (M&O) budget for the District. It is completely separate from any Bond (I&S) dollars, and has no bearing on what the proposed Bond will be at the May election.

CFBISD’s projected student enrollment is 24,766 for the 2022-2023 school year. We do not project out further until we begin the budget process later this year.

Yes; great idea!

• 2016 Bond
• Bond Planning Committee
• Vision 2030 Report Card

Yes. CFBISD received roughly $55 million dollars and it was designated specifically for learning loss as mandated by the State and Government.

CTE works with industry partners, such as Cisco and AT&T, to offer industry standard curriculum and the necessary infrastructure for a variety of technology courses in both middle and high school. These courses include technology applications, cybersecurity, web development, IT support and services, networking and much more.

Thank you! We enjoyed sharing the information with this awesome group, and we appreciate the feedback!

Each high school hosts at least three of the overarching Texas Education Agency approved CTE Programs of Study, each with multiple pathways, or majors. Students are able to select their high school campus by program and transportation to their home campus of choice is offered to students daily. interest?

Each high school hosts at least three of the overarching Texas Education Agency approved CTE Programs of Study, each with multiple pathways, or majors. Students are able to select their high school campus by program and transportation to their home campus of choice is offered to students daily.

For this past Spring, 83% of our teachers remained with CFBISD. However, if we also look at the reasons teachers departed, there are mitigating factors which increase our rate of retention. In our annual exit survey of departing staff, 79% reported their departure was because of a move out of this area. As we well know, these are unprecedented times and economic factors drive many employment decisions, not only in CFBISD. In removing the 79% from the number, we can report that our adjusted retention rate is 96.4%. At this juncture, the data on other ISD’s lags one year behind and would not be an accurate comparison.

Great! Thank you for sharing information with your neighbors!

We agree and have been happy to offer seating and furniture choices as part of our renovated campuses and learning spaces.

I would be glad to attend a future meeting to review college readiness. -- Ken Enslow

We have many opportunities for college preparation through our CCMR Deans and their support to the campuses.

At this time, we have not identified a need for new schools to accommodate additional/new students, but this committee will study efficiencies at our current campuses. There might be some opportunities to rebuild older schools or even consolidate campuses.

All content areas strive to prepare students for life after high school by approaching the learning through real world scenarios and engaging instruction.

HVAC, Construction Management & Inspection, Electrical, Carpentry, Architectural Design, and Interior Design pathways are all offered under the Architecture & Construction program of study at Newman Smith High School. Culinary Arts is offered under the Hospitality & Tourism program of study at Ranchview High School. For more information regarding the programs of study offered in CFBISD, and their associated pathways, please visit cfbisd.edu/CTE.

Information presented on September 8 included the items we’re currently considering for safety & security updates. We plan to present costs for all project considerations (safety & security plus other potential bond projects) during Meeting #6 on November 17. 

To clarify the process for considering bond projects and developing project budgets:

Step 1: Ensure that committee members have an opportunity to hear about all potential projects and provide initial feedback (through the discussions, on the handouts, etc.).

Step 2: District staff and consultants will develop costs for the projects that seem of interest to the committee and for projects that are an absolute need (accessibility, failing systems, etc.).

Step 3: Project budgets and potential costs will be shared with the committee, and committee members will be asked to prioritize projects based on need, costs, etc.

There is currently no bulletproof glass in the District.  3M security window film is installed at all CFB campuses at all main entry doors around the building.

Like most technology, security technology is rapidly evolving and many of the security systems that CFB has adopted

Our local police department partners were consulted regarding the possibility of having an SRO at every elementary school.  The PDs are currently experiencing a shortage of officers and cannot fill their vacant positions.  Therefore, there are not SROs available.  In order to enhance security for the elementary campuses it was decided CFBISD would hire a security officer for each elementary campus.  CFBISD is currently recruiting, hiring, and the security officers.  

The security systems have established testing schedules based upon the specific system.  Violations are evaluated upon the specific set of facts and disciplinary actions are taken as outlined in policy. 

We are presently running two different camera surveillance systems.  The old analog and the new and upgraded IP cameras system.  Every school does have working  

All bullying should be reported to a principal, counselor or use the CFB Anonymous Alerts App. District officials are notified immediately once reported.

CFBISD uses Raptor for visitor checks on each campus. Human Resources conducts an extensive background check at the time of employment. The district is notified when an alarm is triggered due to an arrest or criminal wrongdoing. 

CFBISD requires all contractors to conduct background checks on their employees and construction staff. CFBISD also requires construction staff to wear a district identification badge while working on CFB properties.

Absolutely. All renovated and new spaces comply with current code and ADA requirements.

Transportation is available by following proper procedures. Students must be registered for this service, and will receive bus transportation from their home elementary campus.

Thank you for this feedback and yes, we are providing a map that has these facilities included.

CFBISD’s CTE department recruits industry partners in a variety of ways. This includes, but is not limited to, engaging in local chamber of commerce meetings, attending workforce solutions and rotary events, networking at industry fairs and conferences, sending emails and letters to partners of interest, visiting local businesses, and good old fashioned word of mouth.

Thank you for the feedback. We will take more time when giving instructions and leading discussions to ensure there is clarity and understanding before moving on to the next topic or activity.

Thank you for this feedback.  The most recent videos have been added to the website.

CFBISD’s academies are thriving under the realignment of CTE programs of study. Enrollment is back up following the pandemic and we have recently added new academies, such as four P-TECHs (Texas Education Agency designated Pathways in Technology Early College High School) and one NAF Academy. Academies are added to campuses to fit the interests of our students and the needs of our industry partners, along with current labor market data.

Currently, 82% of high school students are enrolled in CTE courses.

A demographer will present at Meeting #5 and will be able to provide an update on this.

Yes. The marching bands do march in the parking lot, especially at Turner and Ranchview. Details can be shared by Dr. Rohwer at Meeting #3 during the Fine Arts presentation. 

The Natatorium was closed to install a new pump and motor system for the circulation of the water in the pool. The deck had some tiles that needed replacing as well as a new coat of paint for the walls. Some rebar was exposed in the sides of the pool and the pool had to be drained to fix a few wall spots. Lastly, the bulkhead and starting blocks were rusted and did not meet the City of Carrollton codes for pools and had to be replaced. This caused the pool to be down from the end of May until August when school started. This was paid for with 2018 bond funds.

Varsity Football Games: 
Approximately 100 members on both teams, 100 members of each band, 30 members of each dance team, 15 members of each cheer squad, Approximately 60 game/concession/security staff. Average 2,500 patrons for a total of 3,550 per varsity game.  For approximately 22 varsity football games that is 77,000.

We also host 23 sub-varsity and middle school football games, including approximately 50 members on both teams, 20 game workers and 500 patrons for a total of 620 per game.  Totaling approximately 14,260.

We also host approximately 75 varsity, sub-varsity, and middle school soccer games, 4 middle school and 4 high school track meets, Elementary Field Days, Kacey’s Run, Special Olympics, and the 5A UIL Regional Soccer Tournament.

Approximately 2500 attendees for each high school soccer game, 900 for each middle school track meet, 1600 attendees per day of the elementary Field Days (3 days), 122,000 for each High School track meet, 1,200 attendees for Kacey’s Run and Special Olympics, 5,000 for the UIL Regional Soccer tournament.

For the 2021-2022 school year, the revenue brought into the school district was $122,932.53 from stadium ticket sales. This revenue was deposited into the General School District Fund. Athletics does not keep the revenue.

• The fine arts and athletic videos were produced in 2017/18

• The CTE video was developed by Turner AMAT (Academy of Media Arts & Technology) students

• Turner and Field videos were part of the 2018 Bond Project and used as part of the Promises Made, Promises Kept report.

The Fine Arts video shared at the Citizens’ Bond Committee meeting #3 was produced in the 2017-2018 school year before the 2018 bond election.  The video is used to market to potential fine arts students (and their parents) as well as on the website. Additionally, the video is shown to new faculty and staff at New Teacher Training each year.  It was produced by Modern Reel, a CFB vendor who has done similar video work for the district over the years; the cost was $2,800.  We feel like the video shows in a short time why students who are involved in the arts are so passionate about it.  This video/information is important to have available to the community, including parents who might be trying to decide if CFBISD is a good choice for their children. Branding is an important part of advocating for our programs, and on behalf of our students.

Polk’s Track was installed with the school in 1997 (25 years ago) and is worn out. Additionally, the soils have shifted which is always a risk in North Texas. This has resulted in the concrete cracking and shifting.  

At the high schools, we only did strategic improvements focused in the areas outlined in the 2018 Bond requirements. At Field and Perry we were able to work through the whole campus in the “grand vision” this type of work is being proposed in the 2023 Bond.

We did discuss high school classroom spaces in the Fine Arts presentation – the problems with classroom size for choirs, theatre storage, and secondary “breakout” rooms for band and orchestra – but, as the newest classroom spaces in the district for the Fine Arts are middle school ones, and not high school ones, it was easier to compare new middle school spaces to other middle school ones.

We did discuss high school classroom spaces in the Fine Arts presentation – the problems with classroom size for choirs, theatre storage, and secondary “breakout” rooms for band and orchestra – but, as the newest classroom spaces in the district for the Fine Arts are middle school ones, and not high school ones, it was easier to compare new middle school spaces to other middle school ones.

There is no perfect solution because of the constantly changing programs and requirements. However, we have been mapping the different sizes and establishing District Standards, this allows us to plan projects that support student equity.

After 18 years since the 2003 Bond, the needs in the District had grown beyond the ability to Bond and fix all the campuses. We have carefully planned the 2018 bond to be in alignment with a “grand vision” for each campus so that each project moves the mark towards making the overall campus better.

As demonstrated in the Promises Made and Promises Kept presentations, we follow the instructions of the 2018 Bond Committee very carefully. We hope that more learning spaces like Science Labs and Classrooms will be included in the 2023 Bond to allow us to continue the great work.

Yes. This is being addressed.

At Bush the project was very limited, focused mainly on finishes and didn’t plan for major additions or renovations.

Of 32 meetings, at least 20 included ES staff and/or ES educators.

LPA Design Studios

Bond estimate (BLUE): $23.34 MM (2018 unescalated) to $30.66 MM (do not exceed)

All-in (Green):$29,732,243 (Construction, Design, FF&E, Permit Fees). Red=money paid

Construction cost: GMP - $26,858,606 (Included in the green - all in number)

Approximately 25 elementary educators were involved (teachers, librarians, campus leaders, etc).

The intent is to plan a Post Occupancy Evaluation after the new campus staff has moved in and explored their new spaces. This will be a follow up to the Pre-Occupancy Workshop that was held in August.

The dollars allocated in 2018 for the three elementary schools with the greatest need would only scratch the surface to address the needs at these campuses. Through the process of developing educational guidelines and visioning for new Sheffield, the district leadership, faculties team and consultants recognized that these three schools need significant repair and possible replacement. 

The library will have a more active engagement than traditional elementary schools. Quiet space is SW of the lobby and in the break rooms adjacent to the library. This flipped model emerged from discussions with educators and CFBISD librarians.

See previous question. In addition to the core library, the collaboration spaces in the library support focused or independent learning, this dispersed program emerged from discussions with educators and CFBISD librarians.

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At an elementary level, yes - in the district, no. The middle schools have successfully implemented pod designs as have the career tech programs at the HS. This is not entirely a new concept for elementary schools - as the research and educational design has shifted in the last decade to more collaborative settings.

Both the Facility Condition Index (FCI) as well as alignment to vision and educational adequacy are being considered.

2018 Bond only allocated minor security and technology upgrades at these locations. We are suggesting replacement facilities at these two locations.

There is no work being considered at these facilities at the 2023 bond.

In short, yes. It is difficult to predict a COVID like situation; however, the new design allows the campus more flexibility and future readiness should students need to have more space to spread out, have healthier environments, and opportunities for outdoor learning.

We have security, technology & mechanical upgrades remaining at Carrollton, Central, Farmers Branch, Country Place, Furneaux, McCoy & Rosemeade. 80% of the bond is in closeout, the remaining 20% to be completed through 2023 - 2024.

We have capacity at our existing campuses. We see this as an opportunity for more diverse programming to increase our enrollment.

The dollars allocated in 2018 for the three elementary schools with the greatest need would only scratch the surface to address the needs at these campuses. 

Through the process of developing educational guidelines and Visioning for new Sheffield, the district leadership, faculties team and consultants recognized that these three schools are in need of significant repair and possible replacement.

Signage is being added to designate restrooms for girls and restrooms for boys, in addition to single use restrooms that are available just outside each village. 

Signage is being added to designate restrooms for girls and restrooms for boys, in addition to single use restrooms that are available just outside each village. 

The demographer does not have the data on the number of  students that stay through, K-12.  This is a difficult question to answer for the demographer without all the data.  We would  have to do a KG/12 grade comparison using student ID’s.   For example, how many KG student ID’s enrolled in 2008/09 are still present in 2022/23.

Based on the historical information the demographer has, he shared the following numbers:

Generally, our general education classrooms have not been designed with a student restroom in the classroom. There may be some anomalies because of program changes through the years. 

The needs of our Pre-K students are very specific to their age range, both in scale and size. Ideally, they would have a dedicated outdoor learning space tailored to their learning styles and needs.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness! Because we are working toward standardization across the district, we are not accepting these types of donations. Please reach out to the Educational Foundation to learn ways to support innovative classroom programming.

The facility is currently in the process of being updated.

We have dual Internet providers: Unite, and Zayo (via the Region 10 Cooperative).

All CFBISD fiber is ducted, we have no direct burial.

The district has agreements (no franchise fees) in place with municipalities to place in public utility ROW.

Generally it is the district’s responsibility, though some entities do pay for relocations related to major projects. An example is TxDOT is currently reimbursing CFBISD for expenses related to relocation of our fiber due to the IH35 expansion project between 635 and PGBT. 

We provide water cows, which is a portable water station at all outdoor practices/games on the fields for middle school and high school athletes. There are drinking fountains near the restrooms/concession stands at most of the campus game fields.

For patrons who wish to fill their own water bottles when outside food or drink is not allowed, some campus fields have a drinking fountain near the concession stands. Some of the newly created fields do not. 

We always have water for the athletes while indoor and outdoors at practice and games.