🏫 6 Days from Election Day 🎭
A FAQ we have heard is how this plan is different from what was proposed last April.
A: The $19.9M Feb. 10, 2026 Building Bond Referendum addresses urgent education, safety, and facility needs—with the project scope reduced by 40% based on community feedback.
Removed dedicated auditorium. Instead, the plan includes a flexible performance space that can support fine arts programming, physical education (P.E.), and community events.
Removed a competition gym with a walking track. The performance space will also serve as the P.E. gym.
Removed music/band room addition.
Secured entry improvements: The addition will now incorporate the elementary office to strengthen safety and streamline main office access. This will also allow the elementary office to be repurposed for special education needs.
Preserved more green space.
Learn more- https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
Thank you for staying engaged—and remember to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
🏫 8 Days Until Election Day – Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026 🛠️
The February 10 referendum includes upgrades to our Career & Technical Education (CTE) spaces—expanding and modernizing classrooms and labs so students can train with industry-standard equipment and gain real-world skills.
Planned pathways could include robotics & automation, agriculture, construction trades, engineering, and EMS/EMT.
Click here to watch a short video.
Learn more: https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
Vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
This referendum reflects what matters most to our community—safe schools, thoughtful planning, and spaces that support learning, activities, and community use. It honors our past while preparing for a strong future. Please watch this short video.
We encourage you to stay informed and make a plan to vote!
Learn more at osakis.k12.mn.us/referendum
Thank you for staying engaged—and remember to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Project Highlight – Special Education & Physical Education
The February 10, 2026, Building Bond Referendum supports safe, accessible spaces for all learners.
Special Education: Remodeling the former elementary office creates instructional space designed for specialized programming and equipment.
Physical Education: A new lower-level fitness space improves accessibility and supports student health and wellness.
These updates align with the district’s Strategic Plan and help ensure every student has the space and support to succeed.
Learn more at osakis.k12.mn.us/referendum
Thank you for staying informed—and don’t forget to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
Project Highlight - Performance Space
A multipurpose theater/gym with stage and seating for up to 700 will support fine arts, physical education, and school/community events.
Watch this short video featuring our very own Shad Schmidt and Pat Kalpin to learn more about this space!
Learn more at osakis.k12.mn.us/referendum
Thank you for staying informed—and don’t forget to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
Reminder, today, early voting is open from 10AM - 12PM at the District Office!
Learn more at osakis.k12.mn.us/referendum
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
The February 10 Building Bond Referendum includes important updates to our Career & Technical Education (CTE) spaces—designed to better support student learning and career readiness.
The proposed improvements would expand and modernize CTE classrooms and labs, giving students access to industry-standard equipment and hands-on learning opportunities.
These updated spaces would support pathways such as:
• Robotics & automation
• Agriculture
• Construction trades
• Engineering
• EMS/EMT & technical career preparation
Click here to watch a short video outlining the proposed update.
Learn more at https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
Thank you for staying informed—and don’t forget to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Osakis Public School will be E-learning on Friday, January 23, 2026, due to the forecasted conditions for most of the day.
Check your mailboxes and keep an eye out for the 2026 Building Bond Referendum brochure arriving soon. Inside, you will find details on the building bond, voting information, and how these projects will shape the future of our school.
Prefer digital? You can view the brochure here - https://tinyurl.com/4rrscdc8
Don’t forget to make a plan to vote on or before February 10, 2026.
We have a lot of home activities coming up, and we have provided some extended voting hours for these events!
To make voting easier for our community, we’re offering extended early voting hours at the District Office:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday, January 19: Open late until 7:30 PM
Saturday, January 24: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday, January 27: Open late until 7:30 PM
Stop by when it works best for you—we look forward to seeing you!
https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
📍 Make a plan to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
Removed dedicated auditorium. Instead, the plan includes a flexible performance space that can support fine arts programming, physical education (P.E.), and community events.
Removed a competition gym with a walking track. The performance space will also serve as the P.E. gym.
Removed music/band room addition.
Secured entry improvements: The addition will now incorporate the elementary office to strengthen safety and streamline main office access. This will also allow the elementary office to be repurposed for special education needs.
Preserved more green space.
Learn more- https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
📍 Vote on or before February 10, 2026
Early voting will be available during tomorrow's home boys elementary basketball tournament from 10:00 am to Noon in the District Office.
Here's an overview video on the new plan, reduced cost, and project needs addressed by the February 10, 2026, Building Bond Referendum.
Click here to watch.
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
As questions come in, we've created a helpful FAQ document to share! It is located on our referendum website—check it out to learn more about the proposed facilities referendum.
https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
📍 Make a plan to vote on or before February 10, 2026!
5:00 P.M. CTE Showcase/Tours
6:00 P.M. -Speaker Luke Greiner, Economist from MN DEED
7:00 P.M. Q & A on Referendum Project
5:00 P.M. CTE Showcase/Tours
6:00 P.M. -Speaker Luke Greiner, Economist from MN DEED
7:00 P.M. Q & A on Referendum Project
Osakis Building Bond Referendum 2026
Have questions about the 2026 Bond Referendum? Join us on January 5th to learn more! Free food will also be provided!
5:00 P.M. CTE Showcase/Tours
6:00 P.M. -Speaker Luke Greiner, Economist from MN DEED
7:00 P.M. Q & A on Referendum Project
Learn more- https://www.osakis.k12.mn.us/o/isd-213/page/referendum
📍 Vote on or before February 10, 2026
