IT’S TIME.
VOTE YES FOR OUR KIDS!
On Tuesday, April 14, our community can make a smart, responsible choice for Staples–Motley students — improving our schools for today and protecting them for the next generation.
A tax-neutral school improvement plan is a no‑brainer.
Better schools, same school tax rate.
As parents, we all want our kids to feel safe, supported, and proud of their school. This bond referendum is about more than just taking care of what we have — it will update aging spaces, fix long-standing building needs, and make sure our schools match the kind of education we expect in 2026 and beyond.
SAFER. MORE MODERN. EXPANDED OPPORTUNITY.
ALL WITHOUT RAISING THE SCHOOL TAX RATE.
This plan is a practical set of improvements that will impact our students’ futures, not for one big flashy thing. It’s about the everyday spaces our kids use: entrances, classrooms, career training areas, activity spaces, and essential repairs. When this passes, the district will be able to:
Enhance safety and security
Complete maintenance and efficiency upgrades
Strengthen Career & Technical Education (CTE) and career pathways
Improve accessibility
Update activity and community-use spaces
Modernize classrooms and learning areas
WHY WOULDN’T WE SAY YES TO A PLAN WITH NO SCHOOL TAX RATE CHANGE?
This is our window: same tax —> real improvements.
IT’S TIME TO VOTE YES.
We know costs go up when you wait. We also know our school buildings are aging and need attention. This plan is designed to be tax neutral — replacing expiring debt with new debt — so the district’s school tax rate stays stable while we finally tackle the highest-priority needs.
TOP 10 REASONS WE’RE VOTING YES
It’s time to protect our kids.
It’s time to catch up with modern learning and activities.
IT’S TIME TO VOTE YES.
THE TIME IS NOW
HERE ARE 3 WAYS TO VOTE YES!
Vote Early in Person
February 27 - April 13
Weekdays 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at the district office
(905 4th St NE, Staples).
Vote Absentee by Mail
Starting February 27
Absentee voting begins February 27. Request an absentee ballot using the district’s application link. Request before March 30 to make sure you have time to receive and return the ballot before election day.
Vote on Election Day
April 14
Vote in person on Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. at Staples Community Center (425 4th St NE, Staples).
FROM SUPPORT TO TURNOUT
Local elections come down to turnout. If you support this plan, please don’t sit this one out — and don’t assume everyone has the details.
IF YOU’RE A YES, HELP US BRING 10 MORE YES VOTES:
Vote YES - early if you can
Text 10 friends: “Can I count on you to vote YES on April 14?”
Take 3 friends with you to vote before coffee or a meal
Share the district’s social media
Remind your significant other to vote
Donate to help reach voters
Join It’s Time (Staples-Motley Vote Yes Committee)
OFFICIAL REFERENDUM DETAILS
Visit SpreadingOurWings.org for the district’s detailed plan, tax impact explanation, and voting resources.