The Parchment School District has a proud history of community support and investment in its schools. Through voter-approved bonds and sinking funds, the district has been able to grow, modernize, and create spaces that support student success. Below is a timeline of key projects made possible by these bonds and sinking funds:

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2007: ENHANCING OPPORTUNITIES

In 2007, the community approved a bond to expand and upgrade district facilities, with a focus on Parchment High School and athletic resources: The bond funded:

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• Additions to Parchment High School, as well as remodeling, refurnishing, and re-equipping existing spaces.

• Technology upgrades to support modern education.

• Improvements to athletic fields, facilities, and surrounding sites.

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2020: SINKING FUND RENEWAL

In 2020, voters approved a five-year sinking fund to address critical infrastructure and technology needs without increasing the overall tax rate. This fund generated approximately $438,537 per year and supported:

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• Providing one-to-one student technology devices.

• HVAC and plumbing system improvements.

• School security upgrades.

• ​Repairs and maintenance of school buildings

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2025: KEEPING OUR STUDENTS, SAFE, WARM, AND DRY

The Parchment School District is now asking the community to consider an upcoming bond in May. This bond focuses on addressing the district's most urgent needs to ensure students are safe, warm, and dry. Key proposed projects include:

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• Safety and security upgrades at Central, Northwood, and North Elementary Schools including vestibule modification and fire alarm upgrades.

• Infrastructure and operational improvements including replacing outdated windows and roofing, increasing electrical transformer size to support air conditioning, and modernizing temperature controls.

• Improving student experience with heating and air conditioning upgrades and barrier-free modifications.