By Michael Kormos, Corsicana ISD
After months of research, campus tours, and community input, the Corsicana ISD Facility Planning Committee has recommended a $205 million bond package to address the district’s future growth and infrastructure needs.
The bond will appear on the Nov. 4, 2025, ballot if approved. The proposed tax impact includes a $0.3024 increase in the Interest & Sinking (I&S) tax rate, resulting in a combined total tax rate of $1.1644 per $100 of taxable property value over a 30-year term.
The Facility Planning Committee includes community members, parents, educators, and district staff. The group was tasked with developing a comprehensive facilities master plan to ensure the district can meet the needs of current and future students. Its work focused on evaluating district growth, facility conditions, and safety; planning for land use and sustainability; prioritizing construction, renovation, and technology projects; and aligning recommendations with the district’s mission and financial responsibility.
“This committee has worked diligently to evaluate every aspect of our facilities and future needs,” Superintendent Stephanie Howell said. “Its recommendation reflects a thoughtful, community-driven process.”
The committee identified several top priorities for the bond package, including:
- A new Early Childhood Center serving up to 800 students
- A Career and Technical Education (CTE) addition at Corsicana High School
- Expansion of the high school kitchen and cafeteria
- High school bathroom upgrades and classroom renovations
- A new agricultural facility
- A new transportation building
- Improvements at Collins Intermediate School
- Restroom upgrades and structural repairs at Bowie Elementary
- Structural repairs at Fannin Elementary
- HVAC and roof repair or replacement across multiple campuses
- Security upgrades, including a badge-reader entry system for all classroom doors
- Acquisition of new school buses
More information about the Facility Planning Committee and its work is available at
http://www.cisd.com.