❓How is the 2026 Doniphan-Trumbull bond proposal different from the proposal considered in 2023?
Following the unsuccessful 2023 bond questions, the Board of Education reviewed community feedback and developed a new plan with a smaller scope and lower cost.
The changes include:
1️⃣ Bond amount reduced from $32.1 million to $17.5 million
2️⃣ Estimated tax levy reduced from 28.9 cents to 13 cents
3️⃣ New construction reduced from 66,425 to 35,095 square feet
4️⃣ Renovation reduced from 40,606 to 12,133 square feet
The district would also contribute $2.5 million from its cash reserves to reduce the amount borrowed.
The 2026 proposal prioritizes classroom space, student support, safety, career and technical education, food service and accessibility.
👀Review the details at https://dtcardinals.bondinformation.org.
🌟Staff Spotlight: Brynn Barnett🌟
11 years of encouragement, inspiration, and making every student feel like they belong. Thank you, Mrs.Barnett, for everything you do for our elementary school and community! It doesn't go unnoticed! 🍎📚 We asked Mrs.Barnett why she chose to teach elementary over high school, and she said, "I chose to teach elementary rather than high school because I love being part of a student’s early developmental journey. At the elementary level, you get to lay the groundwork for critical thinking and confidence, creating a fun, supportive environment where learning feels like an adventure."
Thank you, Mrs.Barnett!
# TheCardinalWay #StaffSpotlight #Teacher
Building or renovating a school is a big undertaking, and careful planning is crucial.
A Construction Manager (CM) works alongside the district and architects from the early planning stages through the completion of construction.
Here's how that helps:
Keeps costs in check. Provides updated cost estimates as plans develop to help keep the project within budget.
- Finds the best value. Helps evaluate building materials and systems based on cost, quality and long-term performance.
- Encourages competitive bidding. All construction trades are publicly bid, with opportunities for local contractors to compete. The Board of Education reviews every bid.
= Oversees construction. Coordinates schedules, construction phases, safety and quality throughout the project.
Have more questions about the proposed school bond? You'll find the answer to this question and many others, along with project plans, a tax impact estimator and more, at: https://dtcardinals.bondinformation.org
We encourage everyone to explore the information and learn more about the proposal before the November 3 election.
Your Doniphan-Trumbull Boys Cross Country Team are Class D STATE CHAMPIONS for the SECOND YEAR IN A ROW! ❤️🖤🤍
All the hard work and miles have paid off! These Cardinals left it all on the course and brought home ANOTHER STATE TITLE! We couldn’t be prouder of this team and all they’ve accomplished! 🔥
Two Years. Two Titles. One Cardinal Family.🏆
#DTCardinals #WeAreDT #StateChamps
Congratulations to all our Cardinal runners on an incredible season and for representing DT with determination, grit, and Cardinal pride! We are so proud of you!
👇 Check out the individual state results below! We are coming home with 3 individual state medalists! 🏅
🏅 Sevyn Russell - 11th Place - 20:50
🏅 Kaser Johnson - 2nd - 16:20
🏅 Carter Hannon- 10th - 17:20
Bladen Rainforth- 28th - 18:03
Owen Zakrzewski - 37th - 18:26
Ian Kohmetscher - 77th - 19:21
#DTCardinals #WeAreDT #StateXC
SUB DISTRICT VOLLEYBALL! 🏐🔥 Come out and support us as we head into Sub-Districts! 🏆Pack the stands, wear your red, and bring the noise!🔴⚫
Event: Sub-Districts Game Day
📆 Date: Monday, October 26th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Nebraska Christian
The game will be broadcasted on Pastime Sports Network - Listen FREE 📻 pastimesportsnetwork.com
#SubDistricts #GameDay #CardinalNation #WeAreDT
KHAS will be radio broadcasting Friday's football game!!!📻
SHOW UP, SHOW OUT!!! 🗣️
The Varsity football boys take on Wilber-Clatonia at 7 pm @ the Nest🪹
#TheCardinalWay #DTfootball #FNL
XC STATE IS HERE ‼️
Every workout, every hill, every mile was for this exact moment. Time to leave it all on the course. State day. 🏃♂️
Come out and support your DTXC team!
Sevyn will run at 12:00pm with the boys to follow, running at 1:00pm. Awards at 2:00pm.
The race will be held in Kearney at the Kearney Country Club.
Get your tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/NSAA
#CardinalWay #GoCards #TakeState
📰 The October Cardinal Community Newsletter is here! ❤️🖤
https://app.smore.com/n/z6tvj
Check your email or visit dtcardinals.org to read the full issue. Inside this month:
🗳️ School Improvement Bond facts, plus community sessions Sat., Oct. 24 (2 p.m., West Gym) and Tues., Oct. 27 (7 p.m., Trumbull Community Center)
✅ Highlights from our Rule 10 accreditation site visit
👨👩👧 97.7% attendance at PK–6 Parent-Teacher Conferences
🏆 Boys Cross Country are District Champions and headed to state, with Sevyn Russell qualifying too
🍎 Congrats to Mr. Schultz, September Teacher of the Month
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, Nov. 11
🛍️ Cardinal Warehouse now open Thursdays, 3:50–5:15 p.m.
Reminder: No school Friday, Oct. 23 for Fall Break!
$4 Sandwich only
$7 Meal Deal
Bring your appetite and your school spirit! 🔴
3️⃣ Triangular🏐 Today, the Lady Cards have a triangular match in Ord vs Adams Central & Ord! Last two regular season games of the year!
The first game is at 6 pm, and the second game is at 7 pm❗️
#TheCardinalWay
Did you know that 10 programs at Doniphan-Trumbull currently operate in spaces such as closets, storage rooms, doubled-up classrooms, or hallways?
The proposed school improvement project addresses several space and facility challenges.
The plan includes modern, properly ventilated career and technical education facilities, including shop and agriculture spaces. It also provides dedicated rooms for students needing small-group instruction and additional support.
A new cafeteria and properly sized kitchen would accommodate the school's food service needs and allow the west gym to be used for physical education and recess rather than meal service.
See what's included in the proposal: https://dtcardinals.bondinformation.org.
NO SCHOOL‼️ There will be a 12:30pm early out on Thursday, October 22nd and no school on Friday, October 23rd due to fall break! Enjoy your fall break Cards!
#TheCardinalWay #FallBreak
Doniphan-Trumbull Public School invites community members to attend one of three upcoming information sessions:
Tuesday, October 20 | 7–8:30 p.m.
Open House & Tours — DTPS West Gym
Saturday, October 24 | 2–3:30 p.m.
Open House & Tours — DTPS West Gym
Tuesday, October 27 | 7–8:30 p.m.
Community Meeting — Trumbull Community Center
Learn more about the proposed improvements, explore the plans, and ask questions.
Everyone is welcome!
Learn more: https://dtcardinals.bondinformation.org
Our fall seasons are starting to slow down, but the Cardinals aren't done yet! We are continuing to show our determination and success in each activity we do!
Our Cross Country runners are HEADED TO STATE 🏅and our Digital Media Team competed in their first competition of the year!🎥 Check out this week's Wild Card to try to 'Guess the Senior' ❓
Check out the link below:
https://youtu.be/D78PJkfNyZg
🎥📣🔴 ⚫️
Click the link for a State Cross Country Fan Guide, including important ticket information, state apparel, the course map and much more!
https://bit.ly/4zIDNe5