On August 14, 2025, the Snyder ISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to hold a bond election on November 4, 2025. This decision followed months of study and input from the Facilities Assessment Committee. The Committee was asked to evaluate the condition of district facilities and identify the most urgent needs across all campuses.

The proposal targets the highest-priority needs in safety, infrastructure, instructional space, and accessibility across all campuses, ensuring that funded projects address the committee’s findings and provide lasting benefits for Snyder ISD students and staff.

2004 – $23,625,000 – Snyder Primary School – For: 1,178 / Against: 481

2004 – $960,000 – Maintenance Facility (Bus Barn) – For: 1,112 / Against: 588

2014 – $15,000,000 – Snyder Junior High – For: 370 / Against: 297

Year Built: 1953

Scope of Projects in Proposed Bond:

• New Academic Building

• New Career and Technical Education (CTE) Facility

• Additional Gymnasium and Locker Rooms

• Addition of Security Fencing

• Special Education and Life Skills Facilities

• Renovated Student Center

• Audio/Visual and Lighting Upgrades at Worsham Auditorium

• Renovated Band Hall and Choir Facilities

Major Past Improvements:

• 2003–2004: HVAC upgrades (Phase I & II)

• 2005–2007: restroom, gym, window, and lab renovations

• 2008–2014: turf installation, Industrial Arts II project, indoor facility, cafeteria renovations, Worsham Auditorium improvements, security entrances

• 2019–2021: controls update, unit replacement, roof replacement, stadium turf and track resurfacing

• 2018: $2.6M electrical proposal (not acted on)

Year Built: 2016 (funded by $15M bond approved in 2014)

Scope of Projects in Proposed Bond:

• HVAC Improvements (Heating and Air Conditioning Systems)

• Addition of Security Fencing

• Internal Security Improvements for Gym Areas

• Special Education and Life Skills Renovations

Year Built: [1959 (Travis JH), renovation & conversion to Snyder Intermediate in 2018]

Scope of Projects in Proposed Bond:

• Replace HVAC (Heating and Air Conditioning Systems)

• Addition of Security Fencing

• Plumbing Improvements

• Special Education and Life Skills Renovations

• Cafetorium Addition (auditorium not included in 2018 rennovation)

Major Past Improvements:

• Renovated from Snyder Junior High to Snyder Intermediate School in 2018

Year Built: Funded by $23.6M bond approved in 2004

Scope of Projects in Proposed Bond:

• Replace HVAC (Heating and Air Conditioning Systems)

• Addition of Security Fencing

At the July 2025 Snyder ISD Board of Trustees meeting, the Facilities Assessment Committee presented a comprehensive report outlining the condition of district facilities and recommendations for future improvements.

Committee Overview
Formed in early 2025, the committee included parents, educators, civic leaders, business owners, and community members. Members evaluated campuses through walkthroughs, research, and discussions to prioritize safety, instructional effectiveness, and responsible planning.

Process
The committee created a broad “dream project list,” then used a ranking system to consider the most urgent and high-impact needs. More than half of the original list was eliminated. They also worked with financial advisors to examine funding options and potential tax impacts, considering the increased homestead exemption and exemptions for residents over 65.

Highest Priority Items Identified by the Committee 

• Aging infrastructure at Snyder High School

• Electrical and HVAC deficiencies across campuses, with the highest priority needs at Snyder Primary and Snyder Intermediate

• Expansion for Career and Technical Education programs

• Need for a second gymnasium at SHS with locker rooms and support spaces

• Campus safety enhancements

• Upgrades to female locker rooms at SHS

• Cafetorium addition at Snyder Intermediate School

• Fine arts facility improvements at Worsham Auditorium, band hall, and choir rooms

• Improved accessibility for special education services

“We sincerely thank the members of the Facilities Assessment Committee for their time, insight, and dedication,” said Superintendent Bob Rauch. “Their input helps achieve our goal of aligning facility planning with the needs of students and the expectations of our community.”

Alignment with Bond Proposal
The November 2025 bond proposal is based on the priorities identified by the Facilities Assessment Committee. It targets the highest-priority needs in safety, infrastructure, instructional space, and accessibility across all campuses, ensuring that funded projects address the committee’s findings and provide lasting benefits for Snyder ISD students and staff.

Facilities Assessment Committee Meeting Feb 2025

Facilities Assessment Committee Presents Findings to Snyder ISD Board of Trustees July 2025

Request a Bond Presentation

Snyder ISD provides informational presentations for community groups, parent organizations, and civic clubs. Presentations cover project scope, timelines, voting details, and anticipated tax impact.

To request a presentation:
Email: questions@snyderisd.net
Phone: 325-574-8900