Nov. 5 2024 Referendum

First, a THANK YOU to the community for the approval of the $1.9M operating referendum question on Tuesday's ballot.

Unfortunately, the $261.2M capital referendum question fell short of being approved by voters in our community.

No matter the outcome, we have had many great conversations about the future of our district over the past 14 months. We want to thank our community for your thoughtful questions and feedback throughout this process. Our District leadership team and Board will now begin re-examining our needs and looking at potential alternative solutions the majority of the community will support. We hope you stay engaged as we embark on this important effort.

Questions or comments? Please reach out to Superintendent Conrad Farner at farner@arrowheadschools.org.

PRESS RELEASE: Arrowhead High School District Voters Split Two Referendum Questions

Two Referendum Questions Authorized

Following months of study and community input, on July 10, the AUHS School Board authorized two referendum questions for the November 5, 2024 ballot. See the full press release here. 

The Arrowhead Union High School (AUHS) School Board is asking community members to vote on two referendum questions on the upcoming November 5th ballot.

Operating Referendum:

This referendum question seeks $1.9 million annually for the next four years to cover rising operational costs like utilities, insurance, and special education. The tax impact is $2 per $100,000 of property value per year.

Facilities Referendum:

This referendum question proposes building a new $261.2 million high school to replace the current two aging buildings (North and South campuses). The new school will offer improved safety, increased efficiency, and modern learning spaces. The estimated tax impact is $191 per $100,000 of property value.

Why the Referendums?

The current buildings have safety concerns due to the separation and lack of secure entry points.
Operating two buildings is inefficient with duplicated departments and wasted space.
Modernization is needed to provide up-to-date learning environments.
State funding hasn't kept pace with rising operational costs.

How to Learn More:

Upcoming Events

Community-wide Referendum Information Nights will be held October 3rd, October 16, October 22 and October 28th at 6pm in the South Campus Cafeteria. Learn the facts, see the facilities, understand the referendum needs, and get your questions answered.

Schedule a Tour

The best way to make an informed decision is to see the buildings. Schedule a tour with District staff by emailing referendum@arrowheadschools.org

We’ll Come to You!

Set up a small group meeting with your friends and neighbors with Conrad Farner to get your direct questions answered. Email referendum@arrowheadschools.org to schedule a date and time.

Information Mailed to All AHS Residents

August 2024 – Referendum Fact Sheet Mailer

September 2024 - On Point Mailer with Referendum Insert

October 2024 - Referendum Mailer

Even More Details

Please see additional webpages for more detailed information: The Challenges, The Process, The Solution, The Tax Impact, Communications & Videos, Get Engaged, FAQs, and Resources.