Bond Overview
The largest school bond in Texas history. Dallas ISD is asking voters to approve $6.2 billion across four propositions to replace aging schools, upgrade technology, refinance existing debt, and build aquatic facilities. The bond would add just $0.01 per $100 of taxable value — about $2.79 per month for the median homeowner.
- Largest school bond in Texas history
- 26 replacement schools
- ~700 portables eliminated
- +$0.01/$100 rate
Proposition Breakdown
Schools & Facilities
Construction and renovation of 26 replacement schools, elimination of ~700 portable classrooms, and safety infrastructure upgrades districtwide. The largest single proposition in Texas school bond history.
View details →Technology
Technology infrastructure, devices, and digital learning systems for all 140,000+ students. Covers device refresh cycles, interactive displays, Wi-Fi upgrades, and digital learning platforms.
View details →Debt Refinancing
Refinancing of the 2013 maintenance tax note to achieve ~$10M in interest savings and free ~$100M for general operations. Does not authorize new spending.
View details →Swimming Pools
Repairs, upgrades, and renovation of swimming pools and natatoriums across the district. Addresses deferred maintenance on aquatic facilities serving student athletics and community use.
View details →What It Costs You
$2.79/month
+$0.01 per $100 taxable value. Seniors with qualifying homestead tax ceiling: $0 increase.
2020 Bond Accountability Record
The 2020 bond is the only evidence base for whether Dallas ISD can deliver at this scale. The record shows real results — and specific governance gaps the 2026 bond must fix.
What Was Delivered
- 9-11 replacement schools opened by March 2026
- Campus age reduced from 52 to ~43 years average
- 64,000+ jobs created across construction and supply chain
- AAA credit maintained — lowest I&S rate among top 10 North Texas districts
Concerns
- 16 to 15 replacement schools — one fewer than promised, no public explanation
- 3.8x budget discrepancy at MLK Arts Academy ($9M vs. $34.45M)
- Zero CBSC public minutes — oversight committee left no accessible record
- 43% commitment rate at 3-year mark ($1.48B of $3.47B)
HH Position
Structurally equitable. Geographic targeting serves historically disinvested communities. $33/yr household cost justified. Demand: quarterly campus-level spending dashboards.
Accountability Demands
- Quarterly campus-level spending dashboards with public access
- Mandatory board scope-change votes for any project modification over $5M
- CBSC minutes published within 30 days of each meeting
How did we reach this recommendation for Dallas ISD?
Read the full analytical framework and methodologyGet the Dallas ISD Voter Guide
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