Vote Yes for Students

11/06/2024

"The referendum will provide approximately $177 million to HCPS. Superintendent Van Ayres implored voters to support the referendum in the months leading up to election day, stating the funds would help Hillsborough remain competitive as neighboring counties continue to offer increasing incentives and salaries for teachers."

Superintendent Van Ayres said this will “level the playing field” for Hillsborough County when it comes to teacher salaries.

11/06/2024

THANK YOU!

Thanks to your help and support, we were able to pass the millage referendum for our students!

The momentum from this initiative was strong from the start, and we saw a broad coalition comprised of students, teachers, parents, support professionals, educators, community leaders, and the business community come together to support our students. Thanks to your help, this millage referendum crossed the threshold and will help Hillsborough County keep and bring in highly qualified teachers.

Thank you again to all of our friends and volunteers for making this campaign a success! Thank you for voting YES for our students!



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11/05/2024

As you head to the polls tonight, be sure to fill out your full ballot and when you come to Referendum #2, Vote YES for Hillsborough County students!

Hillsborough County is the only school district among the 9 largest in Florida without an additional millage to support student education. Teachers are leaving Hillsborough County because they can earn more in neighboring counties and states, where millages support higher salaries.

This funding will provide an estimated $6,000 supplement for teachers and a $3,000 supplement for support staff such as bus drivers. These increases are essential to stop the outflow of talent to neighboring counties and states, where pay is more competitive.

Supporting the Hillsborough County Millage for Public School Students is about investing in the future of our community. It is about ensuring every student has access to quality education, every educator feels valued and supported, and every family can have confidence in our public schools.



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11/05/2024

"It's a really big ask of our community. Right? And we're asking them to actually increase their property taxes, but we're making an investment in our schools. We're making an investment in our students," said Rob Kriete, the president of the Hillsborough Classroom Teachers Association.

An additional millage would cost homeowners $1 for every $1,000 of assessed taxable value. The district has said this would generate $177 million a year, which would allow teachers to receive a $6,000 pay bump, and a $3,000 increase for support staff.


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Hillsborough County school district leaders spent the day before Election Day trying to convince voters to say "yes" to a property tax increase to boost teacher pay.

11/05/2024

The Tampa Bay Chamber proudly endorses Hillsborough County Referendum #2 and encourages members to support the property tax referendum dedicated to strengthening our local schools. Hear from Chamber members on why they back the Hillsborough County Public Schools Millage Referendum.

Investing in our schools means investing in a stronger, more prosperous future for everyone in Hillsborough County. Let’s make a difference—vote YES for our students!



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11/05/2024

Today is the last day to make your voice heard at the polls, so let’s get out there and vote YES for Students!

Our Hillsborough County students need your support! Investing in our students is an investment in our future. This small investment will provide critical, long-term dividends throughout our county!



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11/05/2024

If you haven't done it yet, tomorrow is election day. Vote YES on Hillsborough County Referendum #2! Vote YES for students!



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11/04/2024

Tuesday is the last day to make your voice heard at the polls. This critical ballot initiative has been endorsed by several major organizations and individuals that are all focused on Hillsborough County’s future. The Tampa Bay Times, The Tampa Chamber, The Tampa Bay Partnership, The Hillsborough Classroom Teachers’ Association, The Hillsborough Education Foundation, The Hillsborough School Employees Federation, La Gaceta, and so many more have given their strong and full endorsement to the millage referendum.

Teachers, parents, students, community and business leaders all agree that the time is now to Vote YES for Students!



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11/03/2024

Last day for early voting! Find the locations at https://www.votehillsborough.gov/VOTERS/Early-Voting.

If you want to join the sign waving efforts, several locations are listed in our "How can I be helpful" section of our FAQ page, https://voteyesforstudents.org/frequently-asked-questions/.

11/02/2024

Great turn out today for sign waving at early voting locations. If you missed it, the message is “Vote YES for Students”!

Students & educators out early on a Saturday waving signs to Vote Yes for Students!! See you at the polls!!