Congratulations to Dardenne’s Beth Curtiss, East High’s Jodi Kratzer, Ostmann’s Shelly Ragan and Rock Creek's Alicia Soller! These music teachers are performing at 6 p.m. with the symphony at the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Extra Credit Choral. See it yourself! Tickets are pay what you wish. https://slso.org/event/extra-credit-choral/
Congratulations FZSD National Merit Commended Scholars. These Fort Zumwalt seniors were recognized as among the top 5 percent of the students who took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) last spring.
National Merit Commended Scholars are: Evelyn Lubiewski, FZN; Keira McCarthy, FZW; Fabiola Ortiz-Menes, FZN; Sansrati Swarnkar, FZW; Andrew Wersching, FZN
Celebrate Fort Zumwalt staff! Send a Blue Note to say "Thank You!" or a "Way to go!" Be sure to sign your Blue Note. You can send as many Blue Notes as you like, to any staff member you want to celebrate. Just use the link in the banner of any of our websites. We deliver on Early Release Days every month. Let's make some noise for FZSD staff!
Do you know what is required for a bond issue to be approved?
In Missouri, for a school district bond issue to be approved, a supermajority of Four-Sevenths of the vote is required.
A bond issue can fail, even with a majority of voters approving the measure.
57% of the vote is required for approval.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
In Missouri, for a school district bond issue to be approved, a supermajority of Four-Sevenths of the vote is required.
A bond issue can fail, even with a majority of voters approving the measure.
57% of the vote is required for approval.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
They've done it again!
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S!
The Bulldogs are back-to-back Class 4A large division State Champs in cheer!
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S!
The Bulldogs are back-to-back Class 4A large division State Champs in cheer!
What a great turnout for our Soup's On! Each fall and each spring Superintendent Dr. St. Pierre hosts lunch with residents older than 55. Come for lunch, stay for the conversation! Thanks to all who attended, including the East High Leadership Class who helped host. Attendees were treated to conversation with our high school leaders and had the chance to hear from Dr. St. Pierre about Prop 1. You can learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Registration is open for our March 31 event. Call District Office.
Registration is open for our March 31 event. Call District Office.
How will the money be spent?
If voters approve Prop 1, Fort Zumwalt will have permission to up to $90 million and would focus on three priority areas:
40 percent would be spent on security upgrades including:
-Double-locked entry vestibules
-Wearable alert technology for staff
-Classroom phones
29 percent would be spent on opportunity and accessibility including:
-Accessible elementary school playgrounds
-Maintenance and upgrades to equipment and spaces students use for coursework, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
31 percent would be spent on regular maintenance including:
-HVAC
-Roofing
-Parking lots
Learn about Fort Zumwalt Proposition 1 at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
If voters approve Prop 1, Fort Zumwalt will have permission to up to $90 million and would focus on three priority areas:
40 percent would be spent on security upgrades including:
-Double-locked entry vestibules
-Wearable alert technology for staff
-Classroom phones
29 percent would be spent on opportunity and accessibility including:
-Accessible elementary school playgrounds
-Maintenance and upgrades to equipment and spaces students use for coursework, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
31 percent would be spent on regular maintenance including:
-HVAC
-Roofing
-Parking lots
Learn about Fort Zumwalt Proposition 1 at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S Jaguars!
2026 Class 4 Girls Golf State Champs!
2026 Class 4 Girls Golf State Champs!
It's National Bus Safety & Transportation Appreciation Week. Send your favorite driver a Blue Note to say thanks for all they do to get kids to and from school every day!
No-excuse, in-person absentee voting is open for the Nov. 3 election. Learn more at: sccmo.org/410/Election-Authority
Learn about Fort Zumwalt Proposition 1 at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
Learn about Fort Zumwalt Proposition 1 at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
Did you know bond funds are designated for specific use?
By Missouri State Law: Bond money can only be used to pay for specific costs.
-Bond money can be used for facilities repairs
-Bond money can be used for facilities upgrades
-Bond money cannot be used for salaries, benefits, utilities or day-to-day expenses
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
By Missouri State Law: Bond money can only be used to pay for specific costs.
-Bond money can be used for facilities repairs
-Bond money can be used for facilities upgrades
-Bond money cannot be used for salaries, benefits, utilities or day-to-day expenses
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
What maintenance projects are priorities?
Taking care of what we have minimizes expenses in the long run. If passed, about 31 percent of Prop 1 funds would go toward:
Fixing and replacing old roofing to keep water out and protect classrooms from damage.
Upgrading old heating and air systems to keep classrooms comfortable and save on energy costs.
Maintaining and upgrading parking lots and drop-off lanes to improve safety and decrease upkeep costs.
Regular attention to walls, floors, and rooms across schools to keep learning spaces clean and welcoming.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
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Taking care of what we have minimizes expenses in the long run. If passed, about 31 percent of Prop 1 funds would go toward:
Fixing and replacing old roofing to keep water out and protect classrooms from damage.
Upgrading old heating and air systems to keep classrooms comfortable and save on energy costs.
Maintaining and upgrading parking lots and drop-off lanes to improve safety and decrease upkeep costs.
Regular attention to walls, floors, and rooms across schools to keep learning spaces clean and welcoming.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
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Julie Weber’s win-win approach to connecting her classroom to the community provided her AP Language students the chance for a unique conversation with O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy. It wandered across topics that included, among other things, how municipal government works, how jurisdictions work together to solve problems and the importance of hearing all sides to find a way forward. A veteran teacher in her 20th year, Weber found a new way to bring the real world to her classroom, where students are choosing topics for a research paper where they are asked to present varying points of view on an issue and find a middle-ground that provides a path forward. Building the workforce of tomorrow one community connection at a time. #FZEquipToExcel
What about playgrounds, fields and the arts?
If passed, about 29 percent of Prop 1 funds would pay for playground upgrades and maintenance in areas that enhance the school experience.
Replacing playground equipment and adding accessible surfaces so all elementary students can play safely.
Maintaining and upgrading equipment and spaces students use for coursework, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
If passed, about 29 percent of Prop 1 funds would pay for playground upgrades and maintenance in areas that enhance the school experience.
Replacing playground equipment and adding accessible surfaces so all elementary students can play safely.
Maintaining and upgrading equipment and spaces students use for coursework, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
What security upgrades would be made?
Proposition 1 is a $90 million no-tax-levy-increase bond issue. Passage gives FZSD permission to borrow funds for facilities upgrades.
If FZSD has permission to borrow, about 40 percent would go toward:
Continuing to build shelters at elementary schools to protect students and staff in bad weather and emergencies.
Continuing to make front doors safer at schools across the district by creating a double layer of locked doors with buzzers.
Upgrading classroom door locks as needed across the district so staff and students can lock them quickly from the inside.
Adding classroom phones, a layer of safety that provides more timely internal communications and provides teachers communications options.
Adding technology that would provide staff easy access for immediate emergency notification
Continuing maintenance and upgrades on computer networks, servers, and digital tools used by students and staff every day.
Adding updated security cameras both inside and outside school buildings district-wide.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
Proposition 1 is a $90 million no-tax-levy-increase bond issue. Passage gives FZSD permission to borrow funds for facilities upgrades.
If FZSD has permission to borrow, about 40 percent would go toward:
Continuing to build shelters at elementary schools to protect students and staff in bad weather and emergencies.
Continuing to make front doors safer at schools across the district by creating a double layer of locked doors with buzzers.
Upgrading classroom door locks as needed across the district so staff and students can lock them quickly from the inside.
Adding classroom phones, a layer of safety that provides more timely internal communications and provides teachers communications options.
Adding technology that would provide staff easy access for immediate emergency notification
Continuing maintenance and upgrades on computer networks, servers, and digital tools used by students and staff every day.
Adding updated security cameras both inside and outside school buildings district-wide.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
Student leaders at Pheasant Point welcomed our community to their school and had great conversations about setting goals, tracking progress and working together. They even guided virtual tours of other schools' storm shelters before introducing Superintendent Dr. St. Pierre to guests. With so many opportunities coming up at our schools (concerts, contests, performances, Trunk-or-Treats, Veterans Day and more) our district Community Connections won't be back until next semester. If you missed our fall events and want to learn more about Prop 1, visit go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Thanks to all who attended our second annual Parent Leadership Workshop! It's a chance for leaders of our parent organizations to come together and hear from the Superintendent and CFO. They also heard from Lindenwood's Dr. Alex Tripamer, working through strategies to increase their impact by growing their organizations. Networking over dinner helps parents make connections across the district that support our mission to Educate, Empower and Equip Students to Excel. Say hello to the parent leaders at your school at one of the many upcoming fall events!
What are the district’s priorities if it is allowed to borrow funds?
FZ Prop 1 requires 57 percent approval to pass, giving the district permission to borrow $90 million for security and facilities upgrades. Priorities are:
Priority 1 is Safety and Security.
Continuing to build storm shelters at elementary schools
Continuing to fortify school entrances across the district
Adding classroom phones
Priority 2 is Enhanced Opportunities and Accessibility.
Create welcoming spaces to play that are safe for all students and maintain facilities that create opportunities for students.
Priority 3 is Maintenance.
Take care of what we have by keeping roofs, parking lots, HVAC, interiors in efficient, effective operating condition.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
FZ Prop 1 requires 57 percent approval to pass, giving the district permission to borrow $90 million for security and facilities upgrades. Priorities are:
Priority 1 is Safety and Security.
Continuing to build storm shelters at elementary schools
Continuing to fortify school entrances across the district
Adding classroom phones
Priority 2 is Enhanced Opportunities and Accessibility.
Create welcoming spaces to play that are safe for all students and maintain facilities that create opportunities for students.
Priority 3 is Maintenance.
Take care of what we have by keeping roofs, parking lots, HVAC, interiors in efficient, effective operating condition.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
We’re ready!
These leaders are ready to welcome our community, share a glimpse into the school day, guide a storm shelter tour and hear from our superintendent.
Are you?
We’ll be at Pheasant Point Elementary on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
Two chances for you to be a part of our Community Connections: 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
#FZCommunity
These leaders are ready to welcome our community, share a glimpse into the school day, guide a storm shelter tour and hear from our superintendent.
Are you?
We’ll be at Pheasant Point Elementary on Wednesday, Oct. 7.
Two chances for you to be a part of our Community Connections: 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
#FZCommunity
Can the district afford to borrow money through a bond issue?
Yes.
The district’s ability to borrow is called its bonding capacity. Bonding capacity is determined through an equation set by state law.
Bonding capacity is 15 percent of the total assessed valuation of real and personal property in the district, minus any current debt the district has from previous bond sales.
The district’s 2026 assessed valuation is $3.98 billion. Fifteen percent is $597 million. Subtracting current debt leaves FZSD with a bonding capacity of $443 million, or five times more than the $90 million proposed in FZ Prop 1.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
Yes.
The district’s ability to borrow is called its bonding capacity. Bonding capacity is determined through an equation set by state law.
Bonding capacity is 15 percent of the total assessed valuation of real and personal property in the district, minus any current debt the district has from previous bond sales.
The district’s 2026 assessed valuation is $3.98 billion. Fifteen percent is $597 million. Subtracting current debt leaves FZSD with a bonding capacity of $443 million, or five times more than the $90 million proposed in FZ Prop 1.
Learn more at go.FZSD.us/Prop1
Paid for by Fort Zumwalt School District, 555 East Terra Lane, O’Fallon, MO, 63366
Dr. Henry St. Pierre, Superintendent
