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District 23 is unable to serve 35% of the Pre-K and Kindergarten students who live within its boundaries. Due to space constraints, some services are being delivered in the library at Eisenhower School. Adding classrooms will alleviate current overcrowding and allow ALL D23 students the opportunity to attend an Early Childhood Pre-K program and full-day Kindergarten in the District.
Keeping students and staff safe is the District's highest priority. The proposed plan includes creating a secure entrance at Eisenhower School, reconfiguring traffic flow to separate buses and pedestrians, and installing additional security cameras. Replacement of doors and windows at our schools will enhance a secure perimeter.
Property taxes are the main source of revenue for District 23. The District maintains low fund balances (cash on hand). This means that D23 does not have the means to improve the schools without issuing taxpayer approved bonds. Learn more about the District's finances and planning.
In addition to enhancing District security, the replacement of doors, windows and siding at our schools will enhance energy efficiency, improve functionality, and expedite much needed repairs. Protecting taxpayers' investment in District 23 facilities will extend the life of buildings, improve energy efficiency, and reduce costly emergency repairs.
Dec. 14, 2023 - Update District 23 Board Approves a Ballot Measure to Fund School Improvements
The Prospect Heights School District 23 Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to place a referendum question on the March 19, 2024, ballot. After a narrow referendum defeat in the Spring of 2023, the District has followed parallel paths in continuing to respond to its identified facility needs while planning for its future programming needs. Utilizing District funds, some security enhancements have been completed and Summer facility work is planned for Betsy Ross Elementary, Anne Sullivan Elementary, and the Grodsky Administration Building.
Recent Illinois legislation now requires all public school districts to provide full-day Kindergarten before the 2027-28 school year, further emphasizing the need in District 23.
Four community information events will be held in Prospect Heights so all residents can have the opportunity to learn and ask questions about the proposed improvements to the District’s schools.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024 - 5:00 pm Eisenhower School 1 N. Schoenbeck Rd.
Thursday, February 1, 2024 - 6:00 pm Anne Sullivan School 700 N. Schoenbeck Rd.
Monday, February 12, 2024 - 6:00 pm Eisenhower School 1 N. Schoenbeck Rd.
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - 9:00 am Eisenhower School 1 N. Schoenbeck Rd.
The election will be held on March 19, 2024. There will be a single ballot question to fund building improvements and the operating costs associated with enhanced kindergarten and early childhood education programming.
Nov. 10, 2023 - Update
At the Nov. 9 Board meeting, District 23 Administration made a recommendation to move forward with placing a question on the ballot for the March 19, 2024 election. The presentation may be viewed HERE. The Board of Education will deliberate and vote on this recommendation at the December 14 Board of Education Meeting.