The Anatomy of a School Bond Proposal

Send us Fan MailBONUS EPISODE!We welcome Jake Dempsey, a dedicated school board trustee for the Middleton School District. Jake joins us to discuss Middleton's efforts to pass a critical school bond in the upcoming May election — a feat that requires a supermajority of 66.67% voter approval, a notably high threshold to meet in Idaho. This won't be Middleton’s first attempt, but this time the school board approached the proposal differently, revising it based on community feedback to ensure their patrons' voices were heard. Jake shares insights into the collaborative process behind proposing a school bond and highlights key changes made to improve its chances.  Additionally, we explore the dos and don'ts of being an effective school board member, especially in a role that demands significant volunteer time and a passion for the school community. Whether you're interested in the complexities of school bonds or want to better understand the responsibilities of a school board trustee, this episode offers an engaging look into leadership, community interaction, and the perseverance needed to support local education. Take a listen to learn more about Middleton's school bond initiative and the valuable lessons from Jake’s experience!Find Alexis on Instagram and JOIN in the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/the_idaho_lady/JOIN the convo on Substack & STAY up-to-date with emails and posts https://substack.com/@theidaholady?r=5katbx&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageSend Alexis an email with guest requests, ideas, or potential [email protected] great resources, info on school communities, and other current projects regarding public policy:https://www.thealexismorgan.com