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Eleva-Strum Referendum 2026
School District of Eleva-Strum - Operational Referendum - April 2026
Dear Eleva-Strum Community, I want to share important information about a decision the School Board has made for the future of our district. On April 7, voters will see an operational referendum on the ballot. The Board is asking the community to approve a three year, non recurring referendum that would allow the district to exceed state revenue limits by $600,000 per year starting in the 2026–2027 school year. Since 2013, our district has relied on voter approved funding to maintain strong programs and services. The current referendum, approved in 2023 for $700,000 per year, ends this spring. The new request is lower, reflecting our efforts to match our budget to enrollment and operational needs. Operational referendum funds are essential because state funding has not kept up with rising costs. These dollars help us keep qualified staff, update curriculum and technology, support special education and extracurricular programs, and cover rising utility and maintenance costs. Without this funding, we would face difficult cuts that could increase class sizes and reduce course options for students. I encourage all community members to stay informed by reviewing the information on this website, visiting our district website, and contacting me or any School Board member with questions. Thank you, Cory Kulig, District Administrator, School District of Eleva-Strum. #OneELEVASTRUM. VOTE Logo.
Referendum Scope - If approved, the operational referendum funds would go towards: Staffing, Academics, Student Services, and Maintenance.
Informational Sessions - Want to learn more about the upcoming referendum? Join us at our March & April informational sessions! March 16, 2026 at 6:00-7:00PM in the High School Library and April 1, 2026 at 6:00-7:00PM in the High School Library.
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