Bonds and VATREs
Bond History and Capital Investments
Building for Today. Planning for Tomorrow.
East Central ISD has a strong track record of delivering on the commitments made to our community. Voter-approved bond programs help the district build and improve schools, address enrollment growth and create safe, modern learning environments for students.
Delivering on Our Promises
ECISD is committed to transparency, careful oversight and maximizing every bond dollar for students and taxpayers.
Understanding School Bonds
Bond funds and operating funds serve different purposes.
Texas law separates funding for construction and major capital projects from funding used for daily school operations.
Bond Funds
Bond funds are approved by voters and may be used for major capital investments.
- New school construction
- Major additions and renovations
- Safety and security improvements
- Career and Technical Education facilities
- Transportation and operational facilities
- Land, infrastructure and major equipment
Our Bond History
Investments approved by our community.
Each bond program reflects the district’s responsibility to respond to enrollment growth, improve existing schools and prepare students for the future.
2016
$86.1 Million Bond
Approved by 63.6% of East Central ISD voters.
The 2016 Bond Program funded significant improvements across East Central ISD and expanded the district’s capacity to serve students.
Major projects included:
- Construction of the East Central Performing Arts Center
- Construction of Tradition Elementary School
- Additions and renovations at Harmony Elementary School
- Additions and renovations at Pecan Valley Elementary School
- Additions and renovations at Sinclair Elementary School
- Additions and renovations at Salado Elementary School
- Infrastructure improvements supporting continued district growth
2022
$240 Million Bond
Approved by approximately 62% of East Central ISD voters.
The 2022 Bond Program addressed rapid enrollment growth while investing in safety, student opportunity and district infrastructure.
Major projects included:
- Campus safety and security upgrades
- Prekindergarten and kindergarten classroom additions
- Elementary campus improvements at Oak Crest and Highland Forest
- Outdoor collaborative spaces at existing middle schools
- Career and Technical Education facilities
- Construction of Valor Middle School
- Construction of Victory Elementary School
- Construction of Honor Elementary School
- New Transportation Facility
- Conversion of the former transportation building into the East Central ISD Police Department headquarters
2025
$309.15 Million Bond
Approved to address continued growth and future school capacity.
The 2025 Bond Program will create additional learning space, relieve overcrowding and provide modern schools designed to prepare students for college, careers, military service and life.
$208.87 million
New Comprehensive High School
A new high school serving the district’s south side, scheduled to open in Fall 2028.
$49.73 million
Elementary School No. 10
A STEM academy serving the district’s north side, scheduled to open in Fall 2027.
$50.55 million
Elementary School No. 11
A new elementary school serving the district’s southern growth corridor, scheduled to open in Fall 2028.
These projects will help ECISD:
- Relieve overcrowding at existing schools
- Reduce future dependence on portable classrooms
- Support continued residential and enrollment growth
- Provide safe, innovative and future-ready learning environments
Our Promise to the Community
Every bond program represents a promise to taxpayers. East Central ISD is committed to responsible stewardship throughout the planning, construction and completion of every voter-approved project.
- Deliver projects on time and within budget whenever possible
- Provide regular updates on construction progress
- Maximize every bond dollar through careful planning and oversight
- Maintain transparency and accountability throughout each project
- Build facilities that serve students and the community for generations
Follow Our Progress
Learn more about East Central ISD bond projects, construction progress and the district’s continued investment in students and the community.