Proposition 1 renews the expiring Educational Programs and Operations levy. It funds essential services not covered by the state, accounting for 16% of the district’s budget. For example, the state pays for only five school psychologists to cover our 57 schools! Local levy dollars cover the gap. Failure to pass this measure would result in drastic cuts to educational programs and student services.
This levy benefits every school and student in the district, funding special education, English-language learning, preschool and Head Start, and highly capable programs, ensuring all kids can thrive. It provides student access to counselors, mental health professionals, and school safety specialists while covering 90% of sports and extracurriculars. These programs are shown to significantly improve student learning and help students graduate future ready.
While the statewide graduation rate fell, Lake Washington reached a 94.2% on-time graduation rate, the highest in district history. Voters overwhelmingly passed this measure four years ago. That commitment is why Lake Washington remains one of the highest performing districts in the state.
Now it’s time to renew our commitment. Vote Yes! to support quality education for all our students. Join community leaders, elected officials, and your neighbors in voting yes for our students!
Statement submitted by: Kelli Curtis, Angela Birney, Karen Howe, Vote4lwsdkids.org
