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KC Schools Bond Projects
In April 2025, Kansas City voters overwhelmingly approved the KC Schools Bond, marking a historic step forward for public education in our city. This bond includes funding for critical facility upgrades not only for Kansas City Public Schools but also for nine local charter schools—including Académie Lafayette.
Académie Lafayette is proud to be part of this unprecedented partnership aimed at addressing long-standing facility challenges across more than 40 school buildings citywide. Thanks to this bond, we now have the opportunity to improve learning environments and create safer, more modern campuses for our students and staff.
Project Highlights
| Project | Status | Estimated Start |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Roof | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Oak Roof | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Cherry Field | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Oak Field | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Cherry Auditorium HVAC | Pending | Fall 2025 |
| Oak HVAC | Not Started | Summer 2026 |
| Oak Windows | Not Started | Summer 2026 |
| Armour Gym & Auditorium | Not Started | Summer/Fall 2026 |
These projects are funded through a combination of KC Schools Bond allocations and other financing sources, such as reserve funds.
Bond-funded projects are reviewed and phased in coordination with:
- Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS)
- Eskie + Associates, the bond’s project management firm
- Partner contractors and engineers
All capital improvements will go through a structured approval process with KCPS and Eskie + Associates, ensuring transparency, quality, and responsible stewardship of public funds.
Staying Informed
We are developing this webpage to serve as a central hub for updates on bond-funded projects at Académie Lafayette. As plans evolve, we will share progress reports, timelines, and opportunities for family engagement right here.
Beyond the Bond
Académie Lafayette is also investing in a number of other capital improvements across our campuses. These initiatives reflect our ongoing commitment to creating safe, engaging, and inspiring spaces for our students.
For example, at the Oak campus we are partnering with a group of parents on a separately funded playground upgrade. While this project is not covered by bond dollars, it highlights the power of collaboration between our school and families to enhance student experiences.
Below, you’ll find more details about additional projects currently in progress or planned for the near future.
| Project | Status | Estimated Start |
|---|---|---|
| Armour SmartBoards/Smart TVs | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Oak SmartBoards/Smart TVs | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Cherry Office Space | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Transportations: Vans | COMPLETED! | Summer 2025 |
| Bus Lot Acquisition & Renovation | In Progress | Spring 2025 |
| Oak Auditorium Lighting & Sound | Pending | Fall 2025 |
| Oak Playground | Not Started | TBD |