Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) Superintendent Shauna Murphy is set to deliver the district’s annual State of the Schools address Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. The event, held at the district’s headquarters, will serve as the platform for unveiling CPS’s new strategic plan that charts the district’s priorities and goals through 2030.
Strategic plan focuses on academic excellence and community partnership
Murphy’s presentation will outline a roadmap aimed at improving student achievement, expanding career‑technical education, and strengthening partnerships with local businesses and faith‑based organizations. The plan emphasizes the district’s commitment to supporting traditional families by offering robust after‑school programs, athletics, and arts opportunities that nurture well‑rounded development.
Five‑year property‑tax levy on the ballot
Alongside the strategic plan, the superintendent will ask Cincinnati voters to approve a five‑year property‑tax levy slated for the November ballot. District officials estimate the levy will generate roughly $66 million each year. Those funds are earmarked to preserve jobs, keep sports and extracurricular programs running, and maintain essential services such as transportation, facilities upkeep, and classroom resources.
“This levy is about protecting the future of our children’s education and ensuring that families in Cincinnati can rely on a strong, stable public‑school system,” Murphy said in a pre‑address interview. “By investing now, we safeguard the programs that families value most and keep our schools competitive for years to come.”
Community response and next steps
Local parents and community leaders have voiced support for the levy, noting that the additional revenue will help retain teachers, maintain competitive salaries, and prevent cuts to sports, music, and other enrichment programs. Some fiscal‑conservative groups have called for careful scrutiny of the levy’s spending plan, urging transparency and accountability.
The district has pledged to provide regular updates on how levy funds are allocated, with quarterly reports to be posted on the CPS website and discussed at future school‑board meetings. Residents can learn more about the proposal by visiting the CPS office or reviewing the informational brochure available online.
How to vote
Registered voters in Cincinnati will see the levy listed on the November ballot as Proposition X (exact designation pending). The ballot measure will appear alongside other local initiatives, including a city‑wide infrastructure bond and a referendum on municipal zoning changes. Voters are encouraged to review the levy’s details and consider the long‑term benefits for the district’s students and families.
For more information about the State of the Schools address, the strategic plan, or the upcoming levy, residents can contact the CPS communications office at (513) xxx‑xxxx or visit cps-k12.org.
Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.
