We want to hear from you!

Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools is planning a bond referendum, and you may be wondering “what does that mean?” A bond referendum is simply a vote in which the community decides whether the district can borrow money to fund school construction projects. Districts across New Jersey use bond referenda to fund projects that would be difficult to fit within the regular budget.  

You may also be wondering “why now?” The student population in our district is expected to continue growing – therefore we need more space. The district wants to carefully select referendum projects that are eligible for the maximum amount of state aid (up to 34%) to help cover project costs and keep taxes lower. 

In this early stage, we are seeking community input – your input – as we narrow the list of desires into a more practical plan that will benefit our schools for decades. Please complete the following short survey, which should take less than 10 minutes.  

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If your child(ren) are enrolled in the district, which school(s) do they attend?
Please rate projects you believe are needed in our district, from most important to least important. 
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Site improvements at schools (e.g. parking, traffic flow, play areas)
Athletic field upgrades (e.g. outdoor fields, bleachers, concession, restrooms)
Exterior upgrades to schools (e.g. roofs, windows, doors)
Mechanical system upgrades in schools (e.g. heating, ventilation, and air conditioning)
Instructional space expansion to manage class sizes and address increasing student population (e.g. classroom additions, new building purchase)
Technology and communication systems expansion/upgrades
Safety and security expansion/upgrades (e.g. fire alarms, video surveillance)
Visual and performing arts expansion/upgrades
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) space expansion/upgrades
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Are there projects not listed above that you think our schools would benefit from? Explain why.
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools is seeing an increase in the student population. Rank how you believe the district should manage the higher enrollment now and in the future. 
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Increase class sizes
Explore temporary classroom trailers
Explore additions to current school buildings
Explore an option to buy and renovate a building in Fanwood
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The district will continue to provide updates on the bond referendum process. How would you prefer to receive information? Check all that apply. 
In general, please rate from most important to least important each of these areas as it relates to our school district. 
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Academic excellence
Athletics
Career-ready skills
Diversity, equity, and inclusion
Environmental sustainability
Mental health services
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math (STEAM)
Social emotional learning
Visual and performing arts
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What projects or priorities would you be most excited to see on the ballot as part of the bond referendum? 
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