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Investing in Our Schools and Community

Investing In Students

Thanks to Our Community!

  • Thanks to the voters of Leon County for the passage of our millage referendum for students, providing a critical investment in the future of Leon County Public Schools (LCS). 

When will the funds be available?

  • Property owners will be able to see the added one mill in their Truth In Millage (TRIM) report from the Property Appraiser’s office before it appears on their actual property tax bill they will receive in October of 2027. Property owners will start paying property taxes in November and the school district will start receiving funds in January of 2028.

The approved 1.0 mill increase will generate approximately $24-26 million annually, providing a portion to Charter schools as per state statute.

LCS is dedicating its portion of the funds to recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers and expanding academic enrichment programs for students at all grade levels.

  • Teachers would receive a salary supplement of $6,000 more a year, with $3,000 more for support staff such as bus drivers and student nutrition workers, and $6,000 more for administrators such as principals and assistant principals. These funds are taxed as salary, not as a bonus, and will be applied to their Florida Retirement System (FRS).

  • Expanding academic programs that include extended learning and the arts, college and career readiness, athletics and P.E., and extending VPK to a full day, at no cost to families, for nearly 2,000 students within the county.

Leon County Schools (LCS) has reached a tentative agreement with employees represented by the Leon Classroom Teachers Association (LCTA) and the Leon Educational Staff Professional Association (LESPA) covering the implementation of the revenue to be earned as a result of the successful passage of a millage referendum approved by XX% of voters on the 2026 General Election ballot.  The agreement results in 92% of revenue being utilized for employee compensation in the form of supplemental pay to all full-time, active employees and 8% of revenue being utilized for educational programs.  This millage will be effective for the 2027-2028 school year and continue through June 30, 2029.

The funds from the millage referendum will allow us to compete on behalf of our students.

We are committed to transparency and accountability in using these funds. We will provide:

  • Annual Reports: Published reports detailing how the funds are being used and the impact on our schools.

  • Community Oversight Committee: A committee of community members, parents, and staff will oversee spending to ensure funds are allocated responsibly and effectively.

  • The approved 1.0 mill increase will generate approximately $24-26 million annually, providing a portion to Charter schools as per state statute.

    LCS is dedicating its portion of the funds to recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers and expanding academic enrichment programs for students at all grade levels.

    • Teachers would receive a salary supplement of $6,000 more a year, with $3,000 more for support staff such as bus drivers and student nutrition workers, and $6,000 more for administrators such as principals and assistant principals. These funds are taxed as salary, not as a bonus, and will be applied to their Florida Retirement System (FRS).

    • Expanding academic programs that include extended learning and the arts, college and career readiness, athletics and P.E., and extending VPK to a full day, at no cost to families, for nearly 2,000 students within the county.

    Leon County Schools (LCS) has reached a tentative agreement with employees represented by the Leon Classroom Teachers Association (LCTA) and the Leon Educational Staff Professional Association (LESPA) covering the implementation of the revenue to be earned as a result of the successful passage of a millage referendum approved by XX% of voters on the 2026 General Election ballot.  The agreement results in 92% of revenue being utilized for employee compensation in the form of supplemental pay to all full-time, active employees and 8% of revenue being utilized for educational programs.  This millage will be effective for the 2027-2028 school year and continue through June 30, 2029.

  • The funds from the millage referendum will allow us to compete on behalf of our students.

  • We are committed to transparency and accountability in using these funds. We will provide:

    • Annual Reports: Published reports detailing how the funds are being used and the impact on our schools.

    • Community Oversight Committee: A committee of community members, parents, and staff will oversee spending to ensure funds are allocated responsibly and effectively.

Building Tomorrow, Together

This Millage Referendum represents a shared investment in our students and our community’s future. Follow us on social media and download the ParentSquare App to receive important updates and stay informed on the latest projects happening in our district.