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Innovative Funding Avenues for Enhancing Little Rock School District’s Infrastructure

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Innovative Funding Avenues for Enhancing Little Rock School District’s Infrastructure Presented by Walter Washington, Jr., MPA, REALTOR®, C2EX, AHWD Identifying a dedicated funding source for existing Little Rock School District (LRSD) schools could involve various strategies and approaches tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of the district. Here are a few potential avenues to explore although some are already in use: **Bond Measures:** LRSD could consider issuing bonds to fund capital improvement projects for school facilities. Bonds allow districts to borrow funds from investors and repay them over time, typically through property taxes or other revenue streams. This approach provides upfront capital for large-scale projects while spreading the financial burden over an extended period. **Local Tax Levies:** LRSD might explore implementing or increasing local property taxes or sales taxes dedicated specifically to funding school infrastructure improvements. These tax lev
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Securing Funds for Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School: A Comprehensive Guide

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Securing Funds for Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction The Little Rock School District (LRSD) is faced with the exciting challenge of upgrading, renovating, and remodeling Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School. This includes enhancing the existing classrooms, offices, auxiliary spaces, Performing Arts Center, and other existing areas on campus as well as adding a football stadium, tennis courts, and a multipurpose arena. However, securing and maintaining funds for such an extensive project can be daunting. Here are some strategies that could be considered. 1. Public Funding Government grants and bonds are often the first port of call. LRSD should explore all available federal, state, and local grants related to education, arts, sports, and infrastructure development. The Little Rock School District (LRSD) currently utilizes several public funding sources: Title I Funding : LRSD receives financial assistance through Title I of the El
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Location: 2501 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
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A Vision for Parkview High School: A Community Member’s Dream

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A Vision for Parkview High School: A Community Member’s Dream Hello, fellow Parkview Patriots! Today, I want to share with you a vision, a dream of what our beloved Parkview High School could look like in the future. This is not an official plan from the Little Rock School District, but a rendering drafted by a member of our community who, like all of us, cares deeply about our school. Imagine our current football/track field, but picture it upgraded with bleachers on both the home and away sides. Now, connect that field to a brand new arena. The upper level of this proposed facility would feature a dual-sided press box and hospitality suites, offering panoramic views of both the football field and the basketball court. But the vision doesn’t stop there. Picture our open green space transformed into additional parking lots and tennis courts. This would not only enhance accessibility but also expand our sports facilities. The best part? This vision aims to achieve all these upgrades wit
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Location: 2501 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
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Feasibility Conversation Starter Regarding Relocating Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School

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Feasibility Conversation Starter Regarding Relocating Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School By Walter Washington WLWashington@UALR.edu Posted: 10:53 PM CST, Thursday, November 23, 2023 The feasibility of relocating Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School from its current location in ZIP code 72204 to either 72205 or 72223 in Little Rock, Arkansas, would depend on a variety of factors.  These could include the availability of suitable land or buildings in the new location, the cost of relocation, the impact on students and staff, and the potential benefits to the school and wider community . Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School is currently located at 2501 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR, 72204 .  It provides enrollment to more than 1,100 students and offers undergraduate, preprofessional, and technical education programs .  The school has a diverse and unique educational experience, offering specialized courses in science, band, dance, orchestra, theatre, vocal musi
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Location: 2501 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
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