After two years of planning, research, and community input, the Coldspring-Oakhurst CISD Board of Trustees has called for a $45 million bond election. The bond will consist of a single proposition to support major district-wide campus improvements and provide a better learning environment for all students:
- Additions/Renovations to the Coldspring Intermediate Campus
- Transform the current Intermediate School into the new James Street Elementary School
- Renovations/Upgrades to the Lincoln Junior High campus
- District-wide improvements
Bond Election Order - English Bond Election Order - Spanish Notice Of Election - English Notice of Election - Spanish
Coldspring Intermediate Campus
- Renovations/new construction to convert Jones Education Complex to Coldspring Intermediate
- 3rd - 6th Grade Classrooms Additions and Renovations
- P.E. Gym and Seating Area (less than 1,000)
- Library, Reception and Administration Area
- Separate Bus/Parent Drives and Parking
- Canopy Upgrades
- Cafeteria and Kitchen Reno./Expansion
- Existing Administration Area Renovation
- Exterior Upgrades (East Wing)
Lincoln Junior High Campus
- Interior classroom restoration
- Enhanced lighting and fencing for safety
- New Entrance Improvements
- Porte Cochere
- Aluminum awning over existing sidewalk
- Front entry renovation and door replacement
- Restroom renovations
- New theatrical curtains
- Updated gymnasium flooring, lighting, and bleachers
James Street Elementary Campus
- Existing Intermediate to serve Pre-K - 2nd Grade Students (Existing James Street Elementary will no longer be used by students.)
- Interior classroom restoration
- Restroom renovations
- Pre-K Classroom Additions
- New Entry and Sidewalk Canopy
- Playground Equipment Improvements
Co-Curricular Facility Improvements
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New Theatrical Curtains at all campuses
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New sports flooring, lighting, and telescoping bleachers at LJH Gym; repaint and update locker rooms
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Replace flooring in COHS gyms, lobby, locker rooms, and dressing rooms
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Enclose louver openings and upgrade lighting in COHS main & auxiliary gyms
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Replace bleachers in COHS gyms, baseball field, and softball field
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Construct two new tennis courts at COHS
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Add sidewalks, plus storage and dressing facilities for baseball & softball programs
District-Wide Improvements
- Enhanced Lighting and fencing for safety
- Interior Door and Finish Upgrades
- Restroom Renovations
- New Classroom furniture
- Six New School Buses
Tax Rate Impact - $45 Million
| POTENTIAL PROPERTY TAX IMPACT | ||
|---|---|---|
| CURRENT RATE | POTENTIAL RATE | |
| M&O | $0.70 | $0.70 |
| I&S | $0.08 | $0.22 |
| TOTAL | $0.78 | $0.92 |
| APPRAISED VALUE | LESS 20% HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION & $25,000 HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION | PER YEAR IMPACT | PER MONTH IMPACT |
|---|---|---|---|
|
$100,000 |
$0 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| $150,000 | $10,000 | $14.00 | $1.17 |
| $200,000 | $60,000 | $84.00 | $7.00 |
| $250,000 | $110,000 | $154.00 | $12.83 |
| $300,000 | $160,000 | $224.00 | $18.67 |
| $350,000 | $210,000 | $294.00 | $24.50 |
Bond Roadshow
COCISD will be hosting a series of Bond Roadshow presentations across San Jacinto County to share detailed information about the Bond 2025 proposal. These meetings will provide an overview of the plans, answer questions, and give community members the opportunity to learn more about the potential impact on our schools and community. Below is the schedule of dates, times, and locations. Please check back here as we add future dates and locations.
Completed Bond 2025 Presentations:
- Sunday, August 17, 2025: God’s Restoration and Revival Center (Facilitated by Dr. Taulton)
- Tuesday, August 19, 2025: Coldspring-Oakhurst Education Foundation Meeting (Facilitated by Dr. Taulton)
- Saturday, August 30, 2025: The Hopewell Center (Facilitated by Dr. Taulton & Mr. Jenke)
- Tuesday, September 2, 2025: San Jacinto County Fair & Rodeo Board (Facilitated by Dr. Taulton & Mr. Jenke)
Upcoming Roadshow Presentation(s):
| DATE | HOSTING EVENT |
|---|---|
| 9/18/2025 | JSE Open House - 6:00-7:30 PM |
| 09/20/2025 | Eastside Church of God in Christ (James Elmore) 11:00 AM |
| 09/20-26/2025 | SJC Fair & Rodeo |
| 09/29/2025 | Evergreen Baptist Church – Open community meeting - 6:00 p.m. |
| 9/30/2025 | LJH Open House - 6:00-7:30 PM |
| 10/6/2025 | COHS Open House - 6:00-7:30 PM |
| 10/6/2025 | City of Coldspring Council Meeting – 7:00 PM |
| 10/8/2025 | Methodist Men's Breakfast – Q&A only - 7:00 AM |
| 10/16/2025 | CIS Open House - 6:00-7:30 PM |
| 10/28/2025 | Trunk or Treat – COHS Parking Lot - 6:00-8:00 PM |