Critical Factors That Affect the Passage of School Bond Elections.

Holt, Carleton R.

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ERIC Number: EJ487898

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1994

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Critical Factors That Affect the Passage of School Bond Elections.

Holt, Carleton R.

School Business Affairs, v60 n8 p33-37 Aug 1994

Analysis of school bond elections in South Dakota and in South Carolina reveal some common patterns that can help school leaders conduct a successful campaign. Key recommendations include the following: (1) assemble a diverse community task force; (2) focus on "yes" voters; (3) plan early and stress personal contact; (4) bring in expert assistance; and (5) disseminate printed materials. (MLF)

Descriptors: Bond Issues, Community Support, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Marketing, Political Attitudes, Politics of Education, Public Schools, School Budget Elections, School Community Relationship

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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