{"id":238,"date":"2026-08-13T08:40:35","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T13:40:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insightreply.com\/carroll\/?page_id=238"},"modified":"2026-08-13T09:43:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T14:43:38","slug":"july-21-forum-recap","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/insightreply.com\/carroll\/july-21-forum-recap\/","title":{"rendered":"July 21 Forum Recap"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" 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class=\"awb-menu__main-background-default awb-menu__main-background-default_fade\"><\/span><span class=\"awb-menu__main-background-active awb-menu__main-background-active_fade\"><\/span><a  href=\"https:\/\/insightreply.com\/carroll\/\" class=\"awb-menu__main-a awb-menu__main-a_regular\"><span class=\"menu-text\">Survey<\/span><\/a><\/li><li  id=\"menu-item-217\"  class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-217 awb-menu__li awb-menu__main-li awb-menu__main-li_regular\"  data-item-id=\"217\"><span class=\"awb-menu__main-background-default awb-menu__main-background-default_fade\"><\/span><span class=\"awb-menu__main-background-active awb-menu__main-background-active_fade\"><\/span><a  href=\"https:\/\/insightreply.com\/carroll\/june-11-forum-recap\/\" class=\"awb-menu__main-a awb-menu__main-a_regular\"><span class=\"menu-text\">June 11 Forum Summary<\/span><\/a><\/li><li  id=\"menu-item-251\"  class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-page menu-item-251 awb-menu__li awb-menu__main-li awb-menu__main-li_regular\"  data-item-id=\"251\"><span class=\"awb-menu__main-background-default awb-menu__main-background-default_fade\"><\/span><span class=\"awb-menu__main-background-active awb-menu__main-background-active_fade\"><\/span><a  href=\"https:\/\/insightreply.com\/carroll\/july-21-forum-recap\/\" class=\"awb-menu__main-a awb-menu__main-a_regular\"><span class=\"menu-text\">July 21 Forum Summary<\/span><\/a><\/li><li  id=\"menu-item-218\"  class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-custom menu-item-object-custom menu-item-218 awb-menu__li awb-menu__main-li awb-menu__li_button\"  data-item-id=\"218\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.carroll.k12.ia.us\/\" class=\"awb-menu__main-a awb-menu__main-a_button\"><span class=\"menu-text fusion-button button-default button-medium\">Back to School Website ><\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-hero\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-padding-right:60px;--awb-padding-bottom:60px;--awb-padding-left:60px;--awb-background-color:#000000;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center ccsd-hero-content\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:60%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.2%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.2%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow ccsd-eyebrow-light\">Carroll Community School District \u2014 Long Range Facility Plan<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow ccsd-eyebrow-orange\">July 21, 2026 \u00b7 Carroll High School<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one ccsd-hero-h1\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:72;line-height:1.02;\">Community Forum Executive Summary<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center fusion-no-small-visibility ccsd-hero-mark\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:24px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:24px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-color:#f6640e;--awb-border-top:2px;--awb-border-right:2px;--awb-border-bottom:2px;--awb-border-left:2px;--awb-border-style:solid;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.8%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.8%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:center;\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow ccsd-eyebrow-light\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 8px;\">Follow-Up Forum Recap<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-center fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#f6640e;--awb-margin-top:4px;--awb-margin-bottom:14px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-center fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.1;\">6 Discussion Groups<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:center;\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-body\" style=\"color: #ffffff; text-align: center; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.55; margin: 0 auto 10px;\">Community members participated in facilitated small-group discussions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-body\" style=\"color: #ffffff; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; letter-spacing: 1px; text-transform: uppercase; margin: 12px 0 0;\">July 21, 2026 \u00b7 Carroll High School<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-hero-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.25;\">What we heard from the community<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5 ccsd-hero-intro\" style=\"--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:1.65;--awb-text-color:#ffffff;\"><p>Across all six discussion groups, there was a strong consensus that Carroll Community Schools has a legitimate facilities problem\u2014particularly with the Adams building\u2014and that action needs to be taken. Participants consistently supported the goals of improving educational opportunities, modernizing facilities, increasing operational efficiency, and consolidating from four buildings to three.<\/p>\n<p>However, support for the proposal remains conditional. Community members repeatedly emphasized the need for greater transparency around costs, taxes, timelines, alternatives, and the long-term vision before they could fully support a bond referendum. The discussions reflected a community that largely agrees with the need for change but is still seeking confidence in the plan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-strengths\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:50px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow\">01 \u2014 Overall Themes Across All Groups<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#000000;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.15;\">Overall Strengths<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Adams Must Be Addressed<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Across every group, participants agreed that Adams is:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Aging<\/li>\n<li>Expensive to maintain<\/li>\n<li>Operationally inefficient<\/li>\n<li>Difficult to modernize<\/li>\n<li>No longer a long-term solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-note\">The exact future of Adams (demolition, sale, repurposing, or redevelopment) remains a frequent question.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Educational Opportunities Will Improve<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Participants consistently supported:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Expanded Career &amp; Technical Education<\/li>\n<li>More advanced coursework for grades 7-8<\/li>\n<li>Better teacher collaboration<\/li>\n<li>Improved workforce readiness<\/li>\n<li>Better transitions into high school<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Consolidation Creates Efficiency<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Most groups supported:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Reducing from four buildings to three<\/li>\n<li>Lower maintenance costs<\/li>\n<li>Better staffing utilization<\/li>\n<li>Reduced transportation logistics for parents<\/li>\n<li>Long-term operational savings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Modern Facilities Benefit the Community<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Participants frequently mentioned:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Attracting families<\/li>\n<li>Recruiting teachers<\/li>\n<li>Supporting economic development<\/li>\n<li>Creating pride in the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-concerns\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#f1f1f1;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:50px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow\">02 \u2014 Overall Themes Across All Groups<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#000000;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.15;\">Overall Concerns<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Cost and Property Taxes<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Community members repeatedly asked:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Why does the project cost this much?<\/li>\n<li>Can it be done less expensively?<\/li>\n<li>What alternatives were considered?<\/li>\n<li>What does this cost the average homeowner?<\/li>\n<li>Could the proposal fail because of its price?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-12 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Financial Transparency<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Groups wanted more information, including:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Itemized project costs<\/li>\n<li>Phase-by-phase estimates<\/li>\n<li>Taxpayer examples<\/li>\n<li>Funding options<\/li>\n<li>Alternative scenarios<\/li>\n<li>What happens if the bond fails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-13 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Community Communication<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Participants consistently recommended:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>More visuals<\/li>\n<li>Easier-to-understand tax examples<\/li>\n<li>Community meetings<\/li>\n<li>Social media education<\/li>\n<li>Small advocacy committees<\/li>\n<li>Better storytelling around why the investment is necessary<\/li>\n<li>Many felt the proposal itself is stronger than the public currently understands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-14 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Grade Configuration and Student Experience<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Questions centered on:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Separation of 7th\/8th graders from high school students<\/li>\n<li>Daily schedules<\/li>\n<li>Lunch periods<\/li>\n<li>Administration<\/li>\n<li>Safety<\/li>\n<li>Student transitions<\/li>\n<li>Participants generally supported the educational concept but wanted reassurance about implementation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-15 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Traffic and Construction Logistics<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Common concerns included:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Grant Road traffic<\/li>\n<li>Parking<\/li>\n<li>Student pickup<\/li>\n<li>Construction timelines<\/li>\n<li>Safety during construction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-16 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-summary-card ccsd-summary-card-concerns\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\"><div class=\"ccsd-summary-card-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-summary-card-title\">Long-Term Sustainability<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ccsd-summary-card-intro\">Participants wanted confidence that the proposal:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Accounts for declining enrollment<\/li>\n<li>Remains financially responsible<\/li>\n<li>Can adapt to future growth or changes<\/li>\n<li>Represents the best long-term investment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-final-financial\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-17 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-final-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-right:40px;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-18\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow\">03 \u2014 Overall Community Sentiment<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-callout-final\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-callout-quotemark\" aria-hidden=\"true\">&#8220;<\/div>\n<p class=\"ccsd-callout-question\">Where do we stand?<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-callout-answer\">Conditional Support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-callout-body\">The data would indicate Carroll Community recognizes that the district has a facilities problem, especially with the Adams building and generally supports modernization, consolidation, and expanded student opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-18 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-financial-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:50px;--awb-padding-right:50px;--awb-padding-bottom:50px;--awb-padding-left:50px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#F6640E;--awb-bg-color-hover:#F6640E;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-19\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow ccsd-eyebrow-light\">The community\u2019s message<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-body\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 19px; line-height: 1.6; font-weight: 500; margin-top: 20px;\">However, the community is asking district leadership to provide clearer financial information, stronger communication, and greater transparency before expecting broad support for a bond referendum.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-survey\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#f1f1f1;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-19 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:40px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-20\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow\">04 \u2014 By the Numbers<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#000000;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.15;\">Written Survey Results<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-20 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-stat-card\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:34px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:34px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-21\"><p class=\"ccsd-stat-number\">39<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-stat-label\">Surveys completed<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-21 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-stat-card\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:34px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:34px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-22\"><p class=\"ccsd-stat-number\">42<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-stat-label\">Postcards submitted<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-22 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-stat-card ccsd-stat-card-featured\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:34px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:34px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-23\"><p class=\"ccsd-stat-number ccsd-stat-number-featured\">4.08 <span class=\"ccsd-stat-denom\">\/ 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-stat-label\">Rating on support for proposal<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-stat-delta\">\u2191 Up from 3.36 (out of 5) at the last Community Forum<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-23 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-stat-card\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:34px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:34px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-24\"><p class=\"ccsd-stat-number\">7.97 <span class=\"ccsd-stat-denom\">\/ 10<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-stat-label\">On productive meeting<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-24 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:34px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:34px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ffffff;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ffffff;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:30px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-25\"><div class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-item\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-label\">Participants said:<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-body\">Liked small group discussions &amp; overall format<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-item\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-label\">Participants requested:<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-survey-feedback-body\">Would like to have more Q&amp;A time with Casey to answer questions in real time<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-groups\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-25 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:40px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-26\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow\">05 \u2014 Results By Group<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#000000;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:18px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.15;\">Group-by-Group Summaries<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-27\" style=\"--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:1.65;--awb-text-color:#333333;\"><p>Below is a brief summary of the results from each group. Click any group to expand.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-26 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column ccsd-groups-accordion\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian ccsd-forum-accordion\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:var(--awb-typography4-font-size);--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-border-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-divider-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-icon-color:#F6640E;--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-icon-box-color:#f1f1f1;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#F6640E;--awb-toggle-active-accent-color:#F6640E;--awb-title-font-family:var(--awb-typography2-font-family);--awb-title-font-weight:var(--awb-typography2-font-weight);--awb-title-font-style:var(--awb-typography2-font-style);--awb-title-font-size:20px;--awb-content-font-family:var(--awb-typography4-font-family);--awb-content-font-weight:var(--awb-typography4-font-weight);--awb-content-font-style:var(--awb-typography4-font-style);\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-238-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-0f54ae0cf4c5caf97 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\" href=\"#0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 1 Summary \u2014 Supportive of modernization and educational improvements, but focused on cost and funding concerns.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_0f54ae0cf4c5caf97\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Supportive of modernization and educational improvements, but focused on cost and funding concerns.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Support for addressing the Adams building.<\/li>\n<li>Appreciation for additional opportunities for 7th and 8th grade students, particularly CTE and high school coursework.<\/li>\n<li>Improved safety, ADA compliance, and updated facilities.<\/li>\n<li>Consolidating grades 3-6 was viewed positively.<\/li>\n<li>Belief that modernization could create stronger school cultures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>$63 million feels like a significant investment.<\/li>\n<li>Property tax increases.<\/li>\n<li>Whether declining enrollment justifies expansion.<\/li>\n<li>Traffic flow after consolidation.<\/li>\n<li>Desire to improve educational performance alongside facility investment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Questions<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>How will 7th and 8th graders be integrated into the high school?<\/li>\n<li>Why can\u2019t declining enrollment be accommodated within existing buildings?<\/li>\n<li>What alternative funding sources exist?<\/li>\n<li>What happens if the bond fails?<\/li>\n<li>Will staffing be impacted?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group agreed the district needs to act but wanted a stronger financial case and more detailed explanations of funding options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-313f1276d44ee22f2 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_313f1276d44ee22f2\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"313f1276d44ee22f2\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#313f1276d44ee22f2\" href=\"#313f1276d44ee22f2\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 2 Summary \u2014 Supportive of retiring Adams but seeking more detailed justification for the proposed construction approach.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"313f1276d44ee22f2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_313f1276d44ee22f2\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Supportive of retiring Adams but seeking more detailed justification for the proposed construction approach.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Strong support for retiring Adams.<\/li>\n<li>Better learning environments.<\/li>\n<li>Expanded CTE opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>Operational savings through three buildings.<\/li>\n<li>Appreciation that the proposal had already been reduced from earlier cost estimates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Total project cost.<\/li>\n<li>Whether two construction projects are necessary versus one.<\/li>\n<li>Grade reconfiguration.<\/li>\n<li>Wanting detailed itemized costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Questions<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Why build at two locations instead of one?<\/li>\n<li>Why is Carroll\u2019s project significantly more expensive than similar projects?<\/li>\n<li>Could fundraising reduce the amount needing to be bonded?<\/li>\n<li>Why was this grade configuration selected?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group generally agreed with the direction but challenged whether the proposed solution is the most cost-effective option.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-6147bdd9edff87963 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_6147bdd9edff87963\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"6147bdd9edff87963\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#6147bdd9edff87963\" href=\"#6147bdd9edff87963\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 3 Summary \u2014 Positive about the long-term vision but asking for significantly more detail before fully supporting the proposal.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"6147bdd9edff87963\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_6147bdd9edff87963\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Positive about the long-term vision but asking for significantly more detail before fully supporting the proposal.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>The proposal appears well planned.<\/li>\n<li>Resource sharing between grades 7-12.<\/li>\n<li>Increased CTE and workforce development opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>Better utilization of staff.<\/li>\n<li>Potential partnerships with businesses and DMACC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Future use of Adams.<\/li>\n<li>Property tax impacts.<\/li>\n<li>Need for better explanations of CTE and workforce partnerships.<\/li>\n<li>Questions surrounding improvements to other programs like fine arts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Question<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>What is the specific cost breakdown for every component of Phase 1?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group was supportive of the concept but wanted far greater transparency regarding exactly what taxpayers are funding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-21156f9a5d48ac2d0 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_21156f9a5d48ac2d0\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"21156f9a5d48ac2d0\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#21156f9a5d48ac2d0\" href=\"#21156f9a5d48ac2d0\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 4 Summary \u2014 Supportive of the educational vision but highly focused on implementation, safety, and community communication.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"21156f9a5d48ac2d0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_21156f9a5d48ac2d0\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Supportive of the educational vision but highly focused on implementation, safety, and community communication.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Retiring Adams remains the top priority.<\/li>\n<li>Three-building configuration creates efficiencies.<\/li>\n<li>Better teacher collaboration.<\/li>\n<li>Expanded educational opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>Lower long-term operating costs.<\/li>\n<li>Better taxpayer understanding after seeing tax impact examples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Keeping 7th and 8th graders appropriately separated from older high school students.<\/li>\n<li>Traffic and parking.<\/li>\n<li>Staffing levels needed to support expanded programming.<\/li>\n<li>Whether every proposed project is truly necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Community understanding and buy-in.<\/li>\n<li>Construction impacts during the school year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Questions<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>What happens if the bond fails?<\/li>\n<li>How will taxpayers understand the financial impact?<\/li>\n<li>How can community support be built?<\/li>\n<li>What role can DMACC and local businesses play?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group was less concerned about whether improvements should happen and more concerned about how they will be implemented and communicated.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-95af15db1680b1b35 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_95af15db1680b1b35\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"95af15db1680b1b35\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#95af15db1680b1b35\" href=\"#95af15db1680b1b35\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 5 Summary \u2014 Supportive of consolidation and modernization, but believes transparency and communication will determine public support.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"95af15db1680b1b35\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_95af15db1680b1b35\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Supportive of consolidation and modernization, but believes transparency and communication will determine public support.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Consolidation improves efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Expanded course offerings.<\/li>\n<li>Reduced travel for teachers.<\/li>\n<li>Better transportation efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Modern facilities strengthen the community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Need for detailed cost breakdowns.<\/li>\n<li>Financial transparency.<\/li>\n<li>Impact on lower- and middle-income taxpayers.<\/li>\n<li>Grade transitions.<\/li>\n<li>Traffic and parking.<\/li>\n<li>What happens if Adams remains open.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Questions<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>What is the project timeline?<\/li>\n<li>What happens if no action is taken?<\/li>\n<li>What becomes of the Adams site?<\/li>\n<li>How should the district prepare the community before a bond vote?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group consistently returned to communication. They believe public support depends on clear, organized, and transparent messaging.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-57e6d6533bcace33a fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_57e6d6533bcace33a\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"57e6d6533bcace33a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-238-1\" data-target=\"#57e6d6533bcace33a\" href=\"#57e6d6533bcace33a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Group 6 Summary \u2014 Strongly supportive of the educational benefits, while recognizing that community buy-in will ultimately determine success.<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"57e6d6533bcace33a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_57e6d6533bcace33a\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-toggle-content\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-label\">Overall Sentiment<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-sentiment-body\">Strongly supportive of the educational benefits, while recognizing that community buy-in will ultimately determine success.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-columns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-positive\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Positive Themes<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Moving from four buildings to three.<\/li>\n<li>Better use of high school teachers.<\/li>\n<li>Expanded CTE opportunities.<\/li>\n<li>Improved accessibility and services for special education students.<\/li>\n<li>Easier transitions between grade levels.<\/li>\n<li>Better educational opportunities for middle school students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-concerns\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Primary Concerns<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>Maintaining age-appropriate separation between middle and high school students.<\/li>\n<li>Need to communicate the proposal as a need rather than a want.<\/li>\n<li>Helping the public understand the condition of Adams.<\/li>\n<li>Building broad community support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column ccsd-forum-column-questions\">\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-column-header\">\n<h4 class=\"ccsd-forum-column-heading\">Burning Questions<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-forum-list\">\n<li>How do we build community support?<\/li>\n<li>How should the proposal be promoted?<\/li>\n<li>What will administration and scheduling look like for grades 7-8?<\/li>\n<li>Why is additional space still needed despite declining enrollment?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read\">\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-label\">Overall Read<\/p>\n<p class=\"ccsd-forum-overall-read-body\">This group was among the most supportive of the proposal itself, believing the primary challenge is earning public trust and understanding.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-nextsteps\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:110px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:110px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#000000;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1331.2px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-27 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:40px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-28\"><p class=\"ccsd-eyebrow ccsd-eyebrow-light\">06 \u2014 Where the District Goes From Here<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two ccsd-section-h2\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:18px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:60;line-height:1.15;\">Key Takeaways<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-29\" style=\"--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:1.65;--awb-text-color:#e8e8e8;\"><p>The discussions suggest these priorities moving forward:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-28 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-30\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">01<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Increase Financial Transparency<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Provide detailed cost breakdowns.<\/li>\n<li>Show alternatives that were considered.<\/li>\n<li>Clearly explain taxpayer impacts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-29 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-31\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">02<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Strengthen Community Communication<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Use visuals, examples, FAQs, and multiple communication channels.<\/li>\n<li>Explain the proposal in plain language.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-30 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-32\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">03<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Tell the Story of Adams<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Clearly demonstrate why maintaining Adams is no longer sustainable.<\/li>\n<li>Compare renovation versus replacement costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-31 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-33\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">04<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Clarify Student Experience<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Explain how grades 7-8 will function within the high school environment.<\/li>\n<li>Address safety, scheduling, supervision, and transitions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-32 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-34\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">05<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Present a Clear Timeline<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Outline phases, construction sequencing, and expected completion dates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-33 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch ccsd-project-block ccsd-takeaway-block\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:26px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:26px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-color-hover:#1a1a1a;--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-35\"><p class=\"ccsd-forum-step-num\">06<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ccsd-takeaway-heading\">Build Community Ownership<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ccsd-takeaway-list\">\n<li>Engage community leaders, parents, staff, businesses, and supporters to help communicate the vision and answer questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ccsd-section ccsd-return-cta\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:90px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:90px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-background-color:#f6640e;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-center fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-34 fusion_builder_column_3_4 3_4 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:75%;--awb-margin-top-large:16px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.56%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:16px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.56%;--awb-width-medium:75%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.56%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.56%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-36\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p class=\"ccsd-closing-statement\" style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 18px; line-height: 1.65; margin: 0 auto 20px;\">The overall tone of the forums is constructive. Community members largely agree with the need to modernize, retire Adams, and improve educational opportunities. The primary request is for clearer evidence, greater transparency, and more effective communication so they can confidently support what they see as a significant but potentially worthwhile investment in Carroll Community Schools.<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 auto 34px; opacity: 0.92;\">The Board of Education continues to gather input as it refines the project list. 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