Vote FOR
ISSUE 5
Keep Maumee Schools Strong
Maumee City Schools is asking voters to consider an operating levy in November.
The proposed levy would provide additional local revenue to support day-to-day operations to keep Maumee Schools strong. Maumee families rely on our teachers, staff, transportation, student services, courses and programs that help our students succeed.
Your Support in Action
The proposed 1.25% income tax operating levy would provide local revenue to keep Maumee City Schools strong and set our students up for success.
That operating revenue supports the people and services students encounter every day, including:​
✓ - Teachers and classroom instruction.
✓ - Class sizes that support student learning.
✓ - Student support services.
✓ - Transportation.
✓ - Nursing and student wellness.
✓ - Courses and academic programs.
✓ - Technology.
✓ - Special education support.
✓ - Extracurricular and specialized opportunities.
✓ - Building operations and maintenance.
Our students succeed when we have what we need to keep them focused, engaged, and learning. We’re proud to be a place families move to for a better education. Strong Maumee Schools make a strong community.
Using Our Dollars Wisely
Maumee City Schools has already taken steps to reduce spending. We’ve made some tough cuts to get through reductions in state funding. The district has reduced its annual budget by approximately $1.6 million through the elimination of:
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5.25 teaching positions.
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4 school support staff positions.
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1 administrative position.
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1 clerical position.
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A 10% budget reduction across all departments.
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We’ve cut everywhere we can without taking too much away from our students. But, we’re at the point where we can’t budget our way out of this.
What Happens if the Levy Does Not Pass?
Further cuts are going to be felt by students, families, teachers, and staff. Simply put, we will not be able to provide the same level of support for our community without your help!
The Board of Education has not approved a final list of reductions. However, district leaders have identified areas that will be considered if the district needs to make reductions of the size currently projected. Those potential changes could include:
X - Larger class sizes.
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Reducing teaching positions and classroom sections could mean more students in each classroom and less individual attention from teachers.
X - Fewer courses.
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The district could have fewer course options, particularly at the middle and high school levels, meaning our students aren’t as prepared for college or the job market.
X - Changes to transportation.
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The district could need to reduce bus routes or make other significant transportation changes. This could mean more families providing transportation themselves.
X - Reduced student support.
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Reductions could affect services such as behavioral support, nursing, intervention services and other assistance for students.
X - Changes to specialized programs.
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Summer learning, gifted programming and other specialized learning opportunities could be reduced or changed.
X - Technology and classroom support.
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The district could have fewer resources available for technology access, technology support and other instructional needs.
X - Fewer adults supporting students.
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Staffing reductions could mean fewer adults available to supervise and support students during the school day.
X - Facilities and operations.
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Custodial and maintenance staffing could also be reduced, affecting the people who help maintain and support district facilities.
