Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
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Will this bond raise my taxes?
Will this bond raise my taxes?
No, the bond will not raise school taxes. PSJA ISD adopted a lower tax rate on September 22, 2025.
How will PSJA ISD decide what to fix first?
How will PSJA ISD decide what to fix first?
Projects are prioritized based on condition, safety, and student needs through a facilities assessment. Click here for more information.
Who will oversee how funds are spent?
Who will oversee how funds are spent?
The PSJA ISD Board of Trustees approves and monitors all spending. All bond funds are subject to audits.
When and where can I vote?
When and where can I vote?
In Hidalgo County, you can vote at any county polling location. Early voting for the November 4, 2025 election is Oct. 21–Nov. 1, and Election Day is Nov. 4, 2025, from 7 am –7 pm.
Click for Early Voting Polling Sites.
What happens if the bond does not pass?
What happens if the bond does not pass?
Facility needs will be addressed at a slower pace, and the district will only be able to handle the most urgent of needs.
I'm over 65, will my taxes increase?
I'm over 65, will my taxes increase?
No, Senior Citizens age 65 or older will not pay additional taxes on their homesteads unless improvements are made. Senior Citizens' taxes are frozen at age 65.
I no longer have my children attending PSJA schools. Why should it matter to me?
I no longer have my children attending PSJA schools. Why should it matter to me?
Businesses and families considering relocation look for a strong school system. If businesses choose PSJA ISD it increases our employment and tax base, which benefits all citizens, not just those with school-age children.
Why is it necessary for the district to have a bond election?
Why is it necessary for the district to have a bond election?
The state funding formula is expected to provide approximately 50% of the funding to repay the bonds. The state funding can only be accessed by issuing debt. This helps preserve the district’s local funds.
Why does the ballot state “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE” even when PSJA ISD adopted a lower school tax rate?
Why does the ballot state “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE” even when PSJA ISD adopted a lower school tax rate?
In Texas, state law (Texas Education Code §45.003 and Election Code §3.009) requires all school bond ballots to include the phrase “THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE,” even if the district is lowering its overall school tax rate. This wording is required statewide to keep ballot language consistent. It doesn’t mean school taxes are going up. In fact, PSJA ISD adopted a lower school tax rate on September 22, 2025.
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