Pilot Point ISD is experiencing continued enrollment growth and has identified facility projects that include new construction, renovations, and deferred maintenance. Many existing buildings require updates to support modern learning environments and to maintain aging building systems. A bond allows the district to plan for long-term facility projects that cannot be funded through the annual operating budget.

State law restricts how Maintenance & Operations (M&O) funds can be used. M&O funds pay for day-to-day expenses such as salaries, utilities, and supplies. Large-scale construction, renovations, and major facility improvements must be funded through voter-approved bond funds.

If the bond does not pass, Pilot Point ISD would continue operating existing facilities and address only the most critical needs as funding allows. Major projects such as new schools and large-scale renovations would be delayed, and the district would have fewer options to address enrollment growth and aging facilities.

If approved, project planning would begin after the May 2026 election. Construction would occur in phases over multiple years, based on project readiness, enrollment needs, and available bond capacity.

The bond projects were developed through a multi-year planning process that included a community committee and multiple Board of Trustees discussions. Committee members reviewed enrollment projections, facility assessments, project concepts, and cost and tax scenarios. Their work informed the recommendation presented to the Board of Trustees.

No. Bond funds may only be used for the projects approved by voters.

The district leadership and school board will continue to monitor growth in the district before a final decision is made about the location of the new elementary. This school is scheduled to open in approximately five years, which allows for more time for review and discussion. 

The $192 million investment in Phase 1 of Pilot Point ISD’s new high school represents a comprehensive approach to building a campus designed to serve both current students and a growing community. This phase includes construction of a full academic facility sized for 1100 students to open efficiently while allowing for planned expansion as enrollment increases.

The project encompasses core academic spaces such as classrooms, science labs, and career and technical education (CTE) areas aligned to workforce pathways, along with collaborative learning environments that support today’s instructional practices. It will also include student-focused amenities like a library/media center, cafeteria, fine arts spaces, two gyms and a field house that contribute to a well-rounded student experience.

Beyond instructional areas, the total cost reflects critical infrastructure needed to safely and effectively operate a new campus. This includes site development, utilities, roadways, and parking; safety and security features such as secure entries and modern systems; and technology infrastructure to support digital learning. The budget also accounts for furnishings, equipment, and contingency planning to ensure the facility opens fully operational.

If Pilot Point were to wait to build Phase 1 of the high school for another five years, or until the 2031-32 school year, the construction of the building would be estimated to cost $219 million. This cost is $27 million more than the estimated cost of construction to start the project this year. Labor and material costs are expected to continue to escalate every year, thus increasing the price of any project that is delayed.