**East Texas School Districts Propose $543 Million in Bond Referendums on November 4, 2025 Ballot**
East Texas voters face a substantial ballot on November 4, 2025, with six local school districts seeking a combined total of $543 million in bond funding for facility upgrades, safety enhancements, and technology improvements. These local propositions will appear alongside an estimated ten to twelve statewide constitutional amendments.
Tyler Independent School District leads the propositions with the largest request, a $325 million bond. If approved, the funds would address critical needs in safety, technology, and comprehensive facility improvements. Specific projects include replacing roofs at three campuses and HVAC systems at four, constructing new science labs for two high schools, and upgrading athletic stadiums and the fine arts auditorium. This marks Tyler ISD's first bond proposal since 2017.
Whitehouse Independent School District is asking voters to approve a $98 million bond. The funds are earmarked for the construction of a new elementary school and various classroom additions and renovations across existing campuses within the district.
Lindale Independent School District has also placed a $65 million bond on the ballot. This proposal aims to create more classroom space, fund facility upgrades, and bolster the district's technology infrastructure to meet growing demands.
Chapel Hill Independent School District is seeking $30 million for significant renovations at both its high school and elementary campuses, in addition to essential technology upgrades throughout the district.
Troup Independent School District's proposal totals $15 million, which would be used to develop new athletic facilities and undertake much-needed classroom renovations.
Finally, Arp Independent School District is asking for $10 million. The district plans to use these funds to construct a new elementary school gym and update existing classrooms.
The concentration of school bond proposals across East Texas, coupled with the state constitutional amendments, suggests potentially higher voter turnout than typically seen in odd-year elections. Early voting for the November 4, 2025 election will run for approximately two weeks prior to the official election day.
Voters are encouraged to research the specific details of each bond proposition and state amendment. Polling locations can vary by county, and individuals should verify their assigned voting sites closer to the election date. Detailed information regarding these propositions and voting logistics can be found on respective county election websites, such as the Smith County Elections office at [smithcounty.org/elections] for Tyler, Whitehouse, Lindale, Chapel Hill, and Arp districts, or the Upshur County Elections office at [upshurcounty.org/elections] for parts of Lindale and other surrounding areas.
