Prop. 1: Educational Programs & Operations

Proposition 1 funds approximately 15% of the day-to-day operations in all of our schools. 
These are essential services the state does not fully pay for, but that families and students rely on each day. 

Student-Focused Staffing (positions not funded by the state) 

• Teachers to ensure smaller class sizes and more individual attention. 
• Nurses so every school has access to health professionals who keep students safe and healthy. 
• Counselors who provide social-emotional supports, mental health care, and academic guidance. 
• Librarians and library staff who spark curiosity, teach research and digital skills, and support 21st-century learning. 
• Paraeducators who assist students with unique learning needs and support inclusive classrooms. 
• Safety and security staff who help maintain a welcoming and safe environment for all students. 

High-Quality and Individualized Learning & Instruction 

• Up-to-date curriculum, learning materials, and classroom resources. 
• Support for Special Education (SPD), multilingual learners (MLL), and Dual Language programs. 
• Instructional tools that help teachers personalize learning for students at all levels. 

Programs That Enrich, Inspire, and Prepare Students 

• Early learning programs that build strong literacy, numeracy, and school readiness. 
• College and career readiness programs that help students plan for life after graduation. 
• Arts, music, athletics, and extracurricular activities that keep students engaged, connected, and inspired. 

Prop. 2: Technology, Safety & Capital Projects

Proposition 2 invests in the tools, safety measures, and school facility improvements that help create modern, secure, and reliable learning environments for all students. 

This measure maintains essential technology access, protects student data, and extends the life of school buildings—without taking on long-term debt. 

Technology Access for All Students (PK–12) 

• Ensures every student has access to a learning device for classroom and at-home learning. 
• Maintains help desk services to repair and support student and staff devices. 
• Upgrades classroom technology including projectors, audio systems, and digital displays. 
• Expands digital tools such as electronic textbooks and instructional materials. 
• Supports online learning systems that help families track homework, attendance, grades, and progress toward graduation. 

Modern Safety, Security & Privacy Systems 

• Improves cybersecurity and data protection through upgraded firewalls, security software, and staff training. 
• Strengthens school security systems including cameras, electronic access controls, and radio communication infrastructure. 
• Upgrades essential communication systems such as network, phone, and intercom systems. 

Essential Capital Improvements & Building Renewal 

• Repairs aging roofs, mechanical systems, and building components to extend the life of school facilities. 
• Improves plumbing, heating, ventilation (HVAC), and air quality systems to ensure clean air and safe water.
• Updates and adds athletics and community recreation facilities at Keithley Middle School, Washington High School, Ford Middle School and the stadium at Franklin Pierce Schools.
• Supports cost-effective, small capital projects that maintain safe, healthy, and efficient schools. 

Props. 1 and 2 are both 4-year replacement measures that cover the basic day-to-day operations, maintenance and technology needs for every neighborhood school. The existing levies will expire in 2026.  

If Prop. 1 passes, the anticipated cost would range from $2.30-$2.50/$1,000 of assessed value (averaged over 4 years).  This is a continuation of a levy currently set at $2.50/$1,000.

If Prop. 2 passes the cost would be $1.00/$1,000 of assessed value (averaged over 4 years).  This is a continuation of a levy currently set at $.43/$1,000. The additional investment would go toward much needed facilities upgrades.