Vandalia Butler Citizens for Education

On Wednesday October 11 at 6:00pm in the Vandalia Performing Arts Center (Butler HS), Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith and Montgomery County Treasurer John McManus will host a forum to give updates and answer questions about their offices and the upcoming property value increases (not tied to Issue 16). Superintendent Rob O’Leary and Treasurer Eric […]

In terms of state funding – VBCSD receives less than any other district in Montgomery or Miami counties? Vote YES on Issue 16 on November 7th.

Demmitt opened in 1957 (addition in 1964) and has educated thousands of Vandalia and Butler Township students in its more than 65 year history. Over time, it housed many different grades and is currently a K-3 building educating just under 400 students today. The school is a Purple Star designated Military Friendly school, representing schools […]

The district has been fortunate to see its total revenue (from all sources) increase by 1.45% on average per year over the last 9 years? However, during this time, the cost to educate students and inflation both increased at more than 2 times that rate.

Check out this testimonial by Mary Kay Smith! Click the link to view! Paid for by Citizens for Education

From Superintendent Rob O’Leary: Property Tax Levy As I shared last month, the Board of Education voted to put a 4-mill property tax levy on the November 2023 ballot. This will cost a taxpayer who owns a $100,000 home approximately $140 per year. CFO/Treasurer Eric Beavers and I will be hosting an informational meeting about […]

The most recent ask in the district for new money was in 2013 and that amount does not increase with inflation or property values.

Check out the VBCSD Treasurer Page for complete information on district finances including the district’s Five Year Forecast. https://www.vbcsd.com/departments/treasurer-department

Helke opened in 1970 and has educated thousands of Vandalia and Butler Township students in its 53 year history. Over time, it housed many different grades and is currently a K-3 building educating just over 400 students. The school is a Purple Star designated Military Friendly school, representing schools which show a major commitment to […]

The Vandalia-Butler Board of Education (https://www.vbcsd.com/board-of-education) is comprised of elected citizens from our community and oversees the strategic direction of the district, its path for student achievement, and supports all programs to ensure a vibrant educational experience for all students and ensure the district is a point of pride within the Vandalia-Butler community. Board meetings […]