Voters in Portland, Ore., overwhelmingly approved a $1.83 billion bond for Portland Public Schools. The bond was the largest school bond in Oregon history.

Funds from the bond will be used to renovate three high schools; update and repair aging elementary and middle schools; provide up-to-date textbooks and curriculum materials, student tablets and laptops; and upgrade athletic facilities.

According to district officials, most buildings in the 44,000-student school system were built over 75 years ago.

In a message on the district’s website, Portland Public Schools Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong extended her heartfelt appreciation to the Portland community.

“Because of your support, we can continue taking steps toward ensuring that every PPS student, regardless of zip code, has access to a safe, high-quality, and equitable learning environment. Improved school buildings support stronger attendance, deeper engagement, and better academic outcomes,” wrote Armstrong. “This is how we prepare our students for graduation, and a life filled with opportunities.”