Thank you Frenship Voters! 

Registered voters in Frenship ISD approved all three Frenship propositions in the November 5, 2024, election, showing their support for salary increases for Frenship teachers and staff and the construction of new elementary schools as the district continues to grow.

“We want to say thank you. Thank you to our parents, students, staff, and community who voted.  We are so grateful to have such a supportive community that recognizes the needs that come with being one of the fastest growing school districts in Texas,” said Frenship ISD Superintendent Dr. Michelle McCord.

The passage of Proposition A will generate more than $9 million in additional local revenue and state aid for Frenship’s Maintenance and Operations (M&O) budget each year, allowing Frenship to increase staff salaries by an average 3% this school year, on top of the average 2% increase staff received earlier this year. Proposition A also ensures Frenship will be able to effectively recruit teachers, staff, and police officers as new campuses open, fund and expand student programs, improve campus security, and maintain class sizes.

Even though voters approved an increase to the M&O tax rate, the overall tax rate of $1.15670 is Frenship’s lowest tax rate in 30 years and will still allow Frenship to carry out the projects approved by voters in Proposition B and C that total $199.5 million in bonds.

Proposition B is a $189.5 million bond that will fund the construction of two new elementary schools to accommodate the increase in student enrollment. Demographers predict Frenship’s student enrollment will surpass 15,000 students by 2030, with both Upland Heights Elementary and Willow Bend Elementary reaching their capacity. Proposition B will also fund renovations to existing campuses, improve safety and security, and address student transportation needs as we welcome more students each year.

Proposition C is a $10 million technology bond to help Frenship maintain 1:1 technology for both students and staff by purchasing additional technology devices and replacing older devices. 

“These were big asks for our community,” said Dr. McCord. “And our community continues to show their commitment to ensuring our students and staff have the resources needed to be successful and remain one of the top districts across the state.”

To learn more about the bond projects and each proposition that was approved, visit our Propositions and Projects Page by CLICKING HERE.

Designated as one of the fastest growing school districts in Texas, Frenship ISD welcomes hundreds of new students each year. As of the 2024-2025 school year, Frenship serves more than 11,700+ students and 1,400 staff members across 16 campuses. According to experts and demographic studies, those numbers will continue to quickly climb over the next decade resulting in the need for additional campuses and staff. 

For years, Frenship has been preparing for this rapid growth. This process began years ago with the help from our parents, students, staff, and community to create the 2016 Strategic Plan that included positively seeking innovative solutions to address current and future growth while honoring Frenship's rich tradition of excellence. Then, in 2021 the community came together to update the Strategic Plan for another five years with a strong focus on equitable expansion while holding true to our Frenship culture as the district continues to grow.