To the Editor:
To those who question whether it's a good idea for District 112 to build another high school in the east side of the district
-- The east side is where the children are now and where a good portion of new residents will be moving in.  As the mayor of Carver, Jim Weygand, has stated, "Al-though Carver and Victoria are growing faster than Chaska and Chanhassen per-entagewise, more people will actually be added in the east for the next decade."
According to projections, two high schools will meet our needs until 2020.  At that time we will need to discuss whether and where to build a third high school.  The logical location at that time will most likely be in the western part of the district.
On November 7^th, your yes vote on both questions will provide funds needed to build and open a new high school where we need it now.
Laurie Gauer
Chaska, Minnesota

To the Editor:
Adding a second high school in Dis-trict 112 will allow classes of manageable size.  Even though I won't be a district parent in a few years, I will continue to be a resident of the district.  This growing district needs everyone's support.  A high quality school system is a huge asset to any community.  I will be voting yes to both questions on the referendum.
Alison Blackowiak, Chanhassen, Minnesota

To the Editor:
We are very much aware of the con-tinued growth slated for the Carver area and with this comes excitement for change and prosperity, but also the need to address the student population now and for the future.  District 112 has done its homework to address that very issue as it is imperative that we be proactive in a growing community and district such as ours.  I am very proud of the fact that my children attend District 112 schools.  Please join me in voting yes in the support of the referendum on Nov. 7^th.
Tracy Etzel, Carver, Minnesota

To the Editor:
Two high schools will provide more opportunities for more students.  Growth will continue in the next 10 to 15 years and making the transition now from a single high school, though difficult, is a positive step for our students.  It is crucial that we support a referendum to provide this space and then work together to effectively embrace the challenges that lie ahead.
Arlene Borner, Chaska, Minnesota

To the Editor:
Even without children in District 112, we expect to benefit from a new high school.  The rise in our property values over the long term will be greater than the resulting increase in taxes.  The future economic success of this county, state, and country depend on the education of our youth.  Costs only go higher. 
Yes, these levies will add to our taxes, $377 on a $300,000 home for the first year.  But I have tracked my taxes since 1999 when we moved to Carver.  Since 1999 our property taxes have dropped 8% despite our house value increasing 56%.
Jim Weygand, Mayor, Carver, Minnesota

To the Editor:
As a graduate of a small rural high school, I empathize with the emotions sur-rounding the movement to a two-high school district.  However, the growth of this area is self-evident and I believe this proposal is ultimately what is best for our students and their future.  I urge you to vote Yes/Yes on November 7^th.
Dana Kauzlarich, Miller
Assistant Principal/CMS, Chaska, Minnesota

To the Editor:
Both of my children have had out-standing experiences all throughout their educational experience in District 112.  The teachers are highly motivated, caring, and well liked by their students.  The administration has been responsive and proactive.  Please pass the referendum so that we can keep class sizes manageable in the critical middle school and high school years.
Cheryl Davis, Chaska, Minnesota

To the Editor:
As a physics teacher, Science Bowl and Science Olympiad coach, and as director of CHS plays and musicals, I work with hundreds of young people every year.  I am proud to be part of a district that provides both rigorous academic challenge and robust extra-curricular opportunities.  Opening a new building will allow a greater number of students the opportunity to participate in valuable extracurricular activities.  More importantly, it will keep class sizes at a level that supports academic excellence.  Please support the Nov. 7 referendum.
Jim Lund
Chaska High School, Minnesota

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