Strong Schools, Strong Community

Outstanding school districts with quality schools and programs are revered by communities. For many years Jordan has been able to boast of its commitment to early childhood readiness, small class sizes, vocational learning, strong student-athlete programs, and more. Unfortunately these sources of pride are starting to decline.

It is common for a town to be identified by strong community symbols. For example, Jordan has long taken pride in Lagoon Park, the Mini-Met, and the historical preservation of the downtown. In recent years Jordan has been known for its exceptionally talented student-athletes. As we visit neighboring towns, especially those within our Minnesota River Valley Conference, we can be proud of what we’ve accomplished in Jordan and can wear our Hubman and Jaguar logos with pride. Jordan has also held a leadership role in Minnesota education by offering all day/everyday kindergarden at no extra cost to families. These sources of pride are in jeopardy without additional funding.

The district has already faced reductions exceeding one million dollars over the last five years. Not only is Jordan one of only 34 districts in the entire state not supported locally by an operating referendum, but sadly, we are the only public school district within the Minnesota River Valley Conference unable to gain the financial support of its community. The voters of Belle Plaine, Norwood, LeSueur-Henderson, Montgomery-Lonsdale and Gaylord have all answered the call and decided their future is worth the investment.

Failure to invest in our schools will negatively affect Jordan's ability to attract new residents, students, businesses and expand our tax base. Just as people remained in or relocated to Jordan because of its “good schools”, they will turn away and continue down the road if the quality of our schools and its offerings are diminished.

According to the 2007 National Association of Realtors(r) Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, schools were listed as a deciding factor for 28% of home buyers. "The idea that the quality of public schools has an influence on where people choose to buy homes isn't just anecdotal and neither is the real value that good schools add to homes." says John Malone of the Association of Metropolitan School Districts. "The research is clear that maintaining strong schools with quality educational programs enhances home values. Whether or not the homeowner has a child in the school system, supporting local school referenda is a sound investment."


		Strong Schools, Strong Community Outstanding school districts with quality schools and programs are revered by communities. For many years Jordan has been able to boast of its commitment to early childhood readiness, small class sizes, vocational learning, strong student-athlete programs, and more. Unfortunately these sources of pride are starting to decline. It is common for a town to be identified by strong community symbols. For example, Jordan has long taken pride in Lagoon Park, the Mini-Met, and the historical preservation of the downtown. In recent years Jordan has been known for its exceptionally talented student-athletes. As we visit neighboring towns, especially those within our Minnesota River Valley Conference, we can be proud of what we’ve accomplished in Jordan and can wear our Hubman and Jaguar logos with pride. Jordan has also held a leadership role in Minnesota education by offering all day/everyday kindergarden at no extra cost to families. These sources of pride are in jeopardy without additional funding. The district has already faced reductions exceeding one million dollars over the last five years. Not only is Jordan one of only 34 districts in the entire state not supported locally by an operating referendum, but sadly, we are the only public school district within the Minnesota River Valley Conference unable to gain the financial support of its community. The voters of Belle Plaine, Norwood, LeSueur-Henderson, Montgomery-Lonsdale and Gaylord have all answered the call and decided their future is worth the investment. Failure to invest in our schools will negatively affect Jordan's ability to attract new residents, students, businesses and expand our tax base. Just as people remained in or relocated to Jordan because of its “good schools”, they will turn away and continue down the road if the quality of our schools and its offerings are diminished. According to the 2007 National Association of Realtors(r) Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, schools were listed as a deciding factor for 28% of home buyers. "The idea that the quality of public schools has an influence on where people choose to buy homes isn't just anecdotal and neither is the real value that good schools add to homes." says John Malone of the Association of Metropolitan School Districts. "The research is clear that maintaining strong schools with quality educational programs enhances home values. Whether or not the homeowner has a child in the school system, supporting local school referenda is a sound investment."

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