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Future Ready Ralston

Future Ready Ralston Bond Update

On October 12, 2021, Ralston residents made it clear that education matters with the passing of the Future Ready Ralston Bond Initiative. Since that time, District officials have been working hard to move forward on various projects included in the bond issue. This page is dedicated to providing updates to our community on projects associated with Future Ready Ralston. 

News Article: Omaha World Herald (September 30, 2023) New Sports Complex, Elementary Renovation: Ralston Completing First Bond Issue Projects by Lauren Wagner.  CLICK HERE TO READ THE NEWS ARTICLE

News Story: KMTV - News Now Channel 3 (November 8, 2023) Excitement building as Ralston School District upgrades: 'This is awesome for our students and our families.'  CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE NEWS STORY

Construction Update

Project Why

• Aging Facilities
- The District has worked hard to keep buildings maintained and mechanical rooms clean 
- Pressing needs at each building due to age and standard wear and tear
- Improvement expenses extend outside of the normal annual budget

• District in Positive Financial Position 
- District leaders have worked hard toward financial stability and fiscal responsibility
- The District levy has dropped throughout the past ten years

• To Provide Students and Staff Greatly Improved Learning Environments
- Enhanced learning opportunities
- Additional safety and security measures

Project Focus

• Safety and Security for Students and Staff
- Construct secure vestibule entrances
- Establish a line of sight from the office to the main entrance
- Restructure open concept elementary buildings

• Enhanced Learning Environments
- Interior improvements at each building
- Every classroom enhanced to meet the high standards of education provided to our students

• Improve Technology and Infrastructure
- Installation of interactive classrooms & equipment upgrades 

• Increase Building and System Efficiencies
- Enhanced indoor air quality
- Energy Efficient mechanical & electrical upgrades

Additional Information 

• RPS School Construction History Graphic