Dear KCPS community,

We are thrilled to announce that Kansas City voters on Tuesday night passed the school bond that will have a huge impact on all KCPS students and 9 local charter schools! This is a monumental day for our children and our community!

For the first time in 58 years, we have secured the funding needed to address our schools' critical needs. This bond will allow us to move beyond temporary fixes and invest in sustainable improvements for our facilities. It’s time to match our actions with our words and invest in our children’s present and future.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the voters of Kansas City for sending a clear message: Our children and their schools are important, and we will not leave them behind. This victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of many individuals and organizations who worked tirelessly to inform and engage our community.

We are especially grateful to Mayor Quinton Lucas for his unwavering support, and to Board member Monica Curls and the Yes Campaign for their relentless efforts. We also acknowledge the nine public charter schools that will benefit from this bond, and we appreciate their collaboration.

Our community's support has been overwhelming, with endorsements from numerous organizations, including the KC Chamber & Civic Council, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Kansas City Star, and more. Your support has made all the difference.

This bond will enable us to make significant improvements to our schools, including classroom renovations, heating and cooling system upgrades, enhanced safety and security features, and much-needed restroom repairs. We are excited to begin these projects and to create modern learning spaces that our students, staff, and families can be proud of.

In the coming months, you will see these projects come to life, starting with the King Empowerment Center, which will serve as a pre-K center, elementary school, and family resource center. This is just the beginning of our journey to provide the best educational environment for our children.

Thank you for your continued support and for joining us on this exciting journey. Together, we are building a bright future for Kansas City’s children.