WPS Board of Education referred a question to the November ballot on August 27 known as 4C. WPS will ask voters to increase its debt, the following investments and improvements would be made- without raising taxes. Be sure to click on each tab to see details.

$40 million to prepare students for tomorrow’s workforce

On the Iver C. Ranum Innovation Campus students will learn from industry professionals and educators while using state-of-the-art equipment so they can move directly into the workforce upon graduation or have a head start as they move on to higher education. Students will be able to gain skills and earn certifications and job experience in the following fields:

• Advanced manufacturing
• Aerospace engineering
• Biomedical science
• Computer science
• Construction engineering
• Culinary arts
• Cyber security
• Engineering
• Health occupations
• Power, structural and technical systems

$20 million to improve school safety and security and make repairs

Necessary improvements and enhancements include:

• Replace fire alarms
• Replace and upgrade past end-of-life intercom systems
• Install additional cameras districtwide
• Replace and upgrade windows in schools
• Install LED lighting throughout the district
• Install, replace and/or upgrade fencing around schools and playgrounds
• Replacing floors and ceilings
• HVAC system and mechanical upgrades
• Replace or repair roofs
• Upgrade kitchens, classrooms, and playgrounds

$40 million for modern PK-8 campus

This comprehensive campus will specialize in robust STEM/CTE pathways and would meet the demand of the future growth of the region and support future enrollment from the Uplands development.