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$37.2 million school bond fails; district plans to try again in April 2027
What happened
Voters turned down a $37.19 million school bond on June 27, 2026. The superintendent said the district will put it back on the ballot in April 2027 with clearer wording.
Why it matters to families
The bond was meant to pay for a new PreK-5 school, foundation repairs, and safety upgrades. The superintendent warned the parish will lose money if it fails again.
The evidence
July 9, 2026 minutes record the board certifying the June 27 election results and the superintendent's report that the bond renewal failed and will return in April 2027.
The source
July 9, 2026 board meeting minutesSee the full record for Morehouse Parish School District.
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